Just a few favorites...

It's that time again, y'all.

The end of yet another month. 

Yet, I'm happy about this end because that means CHRISTMAS is near!! 

But isn't it funny how our feelings on months ending change throughout the year? Think about it -- we're (mostly) all glad to see the first couple months fly by because they're basically all like a big 'ole Monday. Takes a while to get in the swing of things in a new year. BUT then comes summer (if you're a teacher, student, etc) and you hate to see the end of a month. And then school and the holidays roll around and once again, you're excited to see the end of a month because that the means the next holiday is right around the corner. 

Ya feel me? Or was that mindless rambling?

Regardless - November has ended and therefore, it's time for...

with this lovely lady!

First up...

Birthdays.

Two of the most important people in my life have birthdays in November -- my daddy and Jordan.

Jordan's is at the very beginning (2nd) and daddy's is at the very end (26th), which makes for a very well-balanced month, don't ya think? 

With her favorite --- cookie cake! (Excuse my washed out face..)

Later that night, following a wardrobe change

With two more of our good friends, Audrey and McAuley -- McAuley would be the one acting cray-cray ;)

Didn't get a picture with daddy this year because it was on a Monday and I was back in Chapel Hill for school...but here's one from Thanksgiving..

The sun was NOT our friend, that day..

Next...

The return of college basketball.

I'm a student at UNC -- I think that speaks for itself on this one.

My friend Caroline and I at a home game a couple weeks ago.

Moving on..

Twilight: Breaking Dawn Pt. 2

Yep, I'm one of those people.

Team Edward, baby. All the way.

 Can't forget..

Meeting baby Jayden.

 My sweet high school friend Shannon gave birth to this beautiful baby boy on Halloween and I finally got to meet and hold his precious self over Thanksgiving break. Such a blessing! Love those two, so much.

 Lastly...

Voting for the first time.

  No, the election did not turn out the way I had hoped -- but nonetheless, I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to even have a small say in the results. Blessed to live in a country that allows me to do that. 

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And there ya have it. My favorite things about November. 

Now hurry on over to see Ash and link up with us!! 

Have a wonderful weekend, friends! xo

My very first VLOG -- and a few of my favorite things

HAPPY HALLOWEEN, Y'ALL!

 Or as I like to think of it..."Happy excuse to eat all the candy and frosted sugar cookies from Harris Teeter that your little heart so desires". 

But, whatever. 

;) 

Today I'm doing a double link-up cause y'all are just fabulous and have all these great link-ups on the same day. 

Yep.

First, I'm linking up with the amazing and super sweet Ashley over at Dancing With Ashley for October's...

Considering that October itself is one of my favorite things (seriously, it's my favorite month), this should be pretty easy.

1. Starbucks Caramel Apple Spice

While most people out there are drooling over Pumpkin Spice Lattes, this coffee-hating chick  goes for that amazing cup of amazing-ness up there. I tried this for the first time earlier this month when I was in freezing NYC. Love at first sip, if I say so myself. I usually drink the Vanilla Bean Frappucinos, but those aren't so great when it's 30 degrees outside...

2. Naturale Beauty Mineral Makeup

I snatched all these babies up on HauteLook a few weeks ago for a total of $20. Score.
Foundation, booster, blush, and FIVE eyeshadows. Yeah baby.

It was my first go-round with mineral makeup and I must say...I'm a fan. I've looked for makeup to give me that super natural look and nothing has done it quite like this. Love it. 

3. The return of great TV

   Television and I have a special bond. Very special. With all the stress of school and other things, television takes me away from it all. That may sound stupid, but it really does. So imagine my excitement when good television finally returned. A few of my favorites returned in September (i.e. Grey's Anatomy, Revenge, Criminal Minds), but October hit the jackpot. I highly recommend each of these shows...they are THE BEST. But I don't recommend The Walking Dead and American Horror Story if you have a weak stomach or are prone to nightmares. I'm not kidding. 

And FYI-- don't ever try to eat while watching The Walking Dead. I don't consider myself to have a weak stomach and even I had trouble stomaching dinner while watching it Sunday night...

4. Cooler weather

 Beautiful. Just beautiful. 

(Minus the rain and 48 degrees yesterday, of course)

The scarves and boots are finally here to stay, peeps.

Finally.

5.  Halloween. 
Duh. 

Did you really think I was gonna write a post about my favorite October things and NOT mention Halloween?

Crazy folks.

I'll have more on this after tonight, though. Look for a recap Friday! ;) 

Halloween 2010 w/ suitemate Sara as Daphne.
Everyone is entitled to one super skanky costume in their lifetime, right?
 "Ladies and gentlemen please return to your seats -- the Captain has turned on the fasten seatbelt sign" ;)

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Now, time to link up with the lovely Erin over at Living in Yellow and Ashley at 5ohWifey for..

The Girl Behind the Blog - Show and Tell

Basically, introduce yourself and list 3 things that you can't get through the day without.

I was super excited when I saw Erin post about this last week because I've never done a vlog before and I'm not the type to just sit in front of the computer and make my own without someone giving me something to talk about. If I did, I would probably end up talking about the time my brother convinced me to run away from home with him and all we took were Oreos..
Priorities, right?
Don't worry -- we only made it to the treehouse at the edge of the woods in the backyard. And then I peed on myself cause Hunter wouldn't let me go back to the house.
TMI? 
Probably.

Anyway, here it is.
Enjoy!

 

P.S. Please pardon the messy hair, pajamas, pale & swollen face, and weird voice. The pre-winter sicklies have found me :(

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Have a great rest of your day, ya'll -- and HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
Have fun & be safe!
xo