2014 Recap

I can't believe 2014 is official over.  It truly was one of the best years of my life as it was the year I married my best friend.   2014 will always be remembered for years to come.

{{STILL UPDATING:: IN PROGRESS}}

- January 2014 -

•  Celebrated New years with my best friend and barely made it to midnight!
• We got the major ball rolling on Wedding planning.
• Got all the bridesmaids together for a brunch to discuss Bridal Shower & Bachelorette parties
• Ordered my wedding shoes!
• Went line dancing
• Took the pups to Dog Beach

- February 2014 -

• Won $$$ on the Superbowl game
• Bridesmaids date to line dance
•  Went to my first PBR!
• Attended my friends baby shower. 
• Participated in my first #carabox  

- March 2014 -
- April 2014 -

• Had my bridal shower
• Went on my Bachelorette cruise 

- May 2014 -

- June 2014 -
- July 2014 -

• Married my best friend
• Went on our honeymoon
• Bought our first home
  

- August 2014 -    
- September 2014 -
- October 2014 -
- November 2014 -
- December 2014 -
    
 Share with Bella and I your favorite moments of 2014 by linkin' up below!

Inspire Me 2014: Blogger Challenge

Co-hosting with Kristen, and the prompt for today is..
January 22: What are some personal goals you’d like to work on this year?

My goals for this year are to eat better, create meal plans for at least 4 days out

 of the week, and exercise more regularly. 

Last night, I started working out with my fiance.  He's my personal trainer so he showed me what to do, how many, and really pushed my limits.  Lets just say, I haven't worked out in a long long time, and he really forced me to get a good workout.  It sucked at the time, but I am very motivated and driven and wanted to exceed what he told me to do.  My pre-workout meal was oatmeal and bananas.

I've found that eating at least 1 hour before a workout , prevents low blood sugar (which leads to light-headedness and fatigue.)  The only reason I felt light headed was because my iron is low, and fatigued because I never workout.  But I don't like giving up. 

I'll push through it!

Now, what are some personal goals you'd like to work on this year? 
 

Simple rules
1. Grab our button ( hint: check for the code on the right sidebar of my blog)
2. Link back to both of our blogs (Lisa) and (Kristen)
3. Add your link below

 

Inspire Me 2014: Day 7

Inspire Me 2014 Blog Challenge: Day 7  {Co host- Kristen}

Read the list of prompts here if you'd like to join in at any time!

  

“The Side of Me Nobody Knows” {write down 2 or 3 secrets that no one knows about}

1.  I cannot fall asleep without the TV sound on.

2. I need at least 8 hours of sleep. 8 solid hours. (If not more) or I am too tired to function.

3.  I don't like breakfast food. 
When at "breakfast" I order a sandwich, tacos, or steak. I just find it to be boring. I'm weird. I know.

4. I don't like desserts.  I just don't like sweet stuff. 
I'd rather have a plate of fruit or vegetables than a cookie or cake.

5.  I feel uncomfortable going to the grocery store alone.  Not that I don't ever do it, because I do very often. I just feel really awkward for some reason, and have a harder time finding what I need. I have absolutely no idea why. But I have always been that way.

6. I never set my alarm clock for 6:30.  It has to be 6:22, 6:24, or some random number.  Also when I meet up with friends/family, I always say see you at 6:46! 
  Because who is really ever there at 6:45?  No one! 

7.  I smile without even realizing it.

8.  I hate planning certain things too far in advanced.  I'm better at last minute plans (Except vacationing- then I like to plan ahead)

9. I never keep a balance on my credit card. I freak out, and pay it as soon as it shows up in my account.

10. I can't take shots. Like straight alcohol. My body just doesn't do it. I can't even drink water that fast.  I can, however take mixed shots,  I'm just very slow at taking them. Slow as in like twenty minutes later, "Lisa finished her shot!!"

11. I'm obsessed with country line dancing and country music.  It makes me a better person, I swear.

12. I'm weird.  I may look normal, but I am pretty weird.  Life is too short to try and be perfect.
I dance in the middle of stores when I'm with my friends.  I dance to my dogs.
I sing terribly at the top of my lungs.
The list can go on.. and on..

13. If I ever owe anyone money, I pay them right away.  I can't stand "owing" someone. I'd rather get it over with.  I hate when others don't do the same, especially when I keep asking about it.  It just bothers me and I hate not being even or "fair".


14. I'm a pretty competitive person.  Yes of course I'll act innocent and as if it doesn't bother me, but when it comes down to it, 
I need to win.


15. I want children, but I feel really weird and don't know how to act around kids.
I have never changed a diaper in my life or been around someone while they change a diaper.


16. I am an only child, and I was adopted by the most loving parents in the world.


17.  I can out eat anyone.  Well, pretty close.  People are shocked when they see me eat, and ask where I put it.  Honestly, I have no idea.

18. I can't stand to see animals hurt.  Especially when those commercials come on, I get really sad.
I don't get as sad when I see the ones with people.  I do still feel sad, just I feel more sad when I see the animals. I swear I'm not heartless, I just feel so bad because the animals don't 
understand and are helpless. 

19. I haven't read a book since High School. 2006.  I never enjoyed reading.

20. I love saving money.  I get a joy knowing I didn't need that $17 shirt.

21.  I have a really bad memory. I can remember things I did YEARS ago, but I can't remember what I did last night.  I really have to think deep about it.

22. I love Starbucks, but I don't like their "regular coffee."  It's too bitter.

23. I love Chipotle.  Mmm my mouth waters just thinking about it.

24. I'm very adventurous.  I love driving fast, I wan't to go sky diving, and love trying new things. I don't get scared easily about things.  I'll try anything once.  Except drugs. That's a no- go for me.

Have a Great Weekend! Hope to see you all for our Weekend Recap on Monday! 

Also, linking up for my first time with Darci for 5 of Friday (Even tho it's 24.. lol) 
 

 

Inspire Me 2014: Day 6

Inspire Me 2014 Blog Challenge: Day 6  {Co host- Kristen}

A list of top 5-10 things that make you happy.

 

 Read the list of prompts here if you'd like to join in!

  

 

1. Family

Reason: They are always there for me, through thick and thin.  They don't judge me and always have open ears and open arms.

2. Fiance & Friends

Reason: My fiance is always there for me, no matter what.  He has the biggest heart. Loves me for me, even on my rare terrible days.  

My friends because they are amazing.  They are always there to listen, and make me laugh.

3. Country Music

Reason: Country music is my outlet.  It makes me happy.  I love the meaning behind the songs.  I also love love love line dancing.  There's just something about it that really hits home for me.

4. Typography

Reason: Being a graphic designer, there is something about typography that really makes me happy.  When I see good typography and lettering I get excited. {type nerd}

I also am obsessed with crafting. So this can be in the typography category because I usually include typography & lettering in my crafts!

5. Starbucks

Reason: Something about getting that cup o joe is soothing.  The way it feels in your hand and when it touches your lips.  {haha- Starbucks addict for sure}

I'm tagging some fellow bloggers who have been active participants in our Inspire Me 2014 Challenge.  Thanks so much for the support ladies! 

Vee @ I Write About You  // Vanessa @ X-tremely V  // Nikki @ makeupHER  // Steph @ Steph's Spot Blog // Cassi@The World From the View of Two Teenage Girls //  

Melanie @ Sole in Love 

Heads up for tomorrows prompt: Friday January, 10:  “The Side of Me Nobody Knows” – write down 2 or 3 secrets that no one knows about. Mix it up and write two secrets and a lie and make your followers guess the lie!

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Inspire Me 2014: Day 2

Today is Day 2 of our Inspire Me 2014 Blog Challenge.  I am co-hosting with
Kristen from Happiness is a Mood Not a Destination. If you didn't participate in yesterday's post, no worries! The link will be open for 6 more days so jump on board!

Today's prompt is:
 Recap your favorite moments from 2013

 In January I..

 Went to Nebraska to meet my fiances extended family and rode horses in the snow, went to the Ellen DeGeneres show, and went to my first Bridal Show

In February I..

Went with my friend to her menu tasting event for her wedding, Celebrated a couples Valentine's Day, and attended my friends Baby Shower.

In March I..

Took a photo with the tallest man I've ever seen, my best friend came to town from Oregon, and my fiance and I moved into our own place.

In April I..

Went to Taco Tuesday with my girlfriends, Grew my own vegetables, went Bridal shopping for my friends wedding and acted goofy, and went to Sunday brunch with my fav.

In May I...

Found my wedding dress, Went to the Lake, Went to Vegas with one of my girlfriends and my fiance's baseball team.

In June I..

 Went bowling with some friends, met with our Wedding Officiant, and took my 
fiances little brother mini golfing.
&

 Went to Vegas (again) for my girlfriends Bachelorette

In July I..

Planned and attended my friends Bridal Shower

  In August I.

Attended my friends Rehearsal Dinner, Went to Sushi dinner the day before the wedding, was in my besties wedding, and asked my ring bearer, flower girl, and Bridesmaids to be in my wedding

In September I..

Got a new car, went to my first wedding stationary (invitation) appointment, and went country line dancing for my friends birthday.

In October I..

Met Bethany Hamilton, went on my first work conference, and went to San Diego with my fiance for a baseball tournament. 

&

Created our wedding registry, had our engagement photos taken, and 

attended our friends wedding.

In November I..

 went on a yacht for my fiances Birthday, celebrated my Birthday in Hollywood, attended another wedding
&

Tried caviar for the first time, had a few date nights with my love, and went line dancing again for my Birthday with all my friends.

In December I..

Celebrated before Christmas with my fiances parents up north, went Christmas shopping, went to Dave & Busters, and attended a Christmas party

Overall I think 2013 was a fabulous year, and I can't wait to see what 2014 has in store for us!  This is the year I marry my best friend, one of my besties is having a baby, and New beginnings.  This year will be amazing.  I have so many wishes, hopes, and goals.

Kristen and I would love for you to join us on our Blog Challenge, Inspire Me 2014.

Now it's your turn to: 

Recap your favorite moments from 2013

Simple Rules:

1.Grab the button

2. Link back to both of our blogs (Showered With Design) and (Happiness Blog)

3. Leave a comment about your favorite part of 2013 

4. Join in on the Linky Toolz below

 

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Inspire Me 2014: Day 2





 

What Did You Do For New Years?

Today is our first day of Inspire me 2014!  I am so excited to share this series with Kristen from Happiness is a Mood Not a Destination!  Today's question is simple, we thought it would be a great way to start with something easy, especially because I am sure your brain is still recovering from your New Years festivities.

Today's question:

What did you do for New Years?

I spent my New Years at one of my best friends house with her husband, my fiance, and some of her friends and family.  It was so wonderful to share it with people we care about.

I made my delicious 7 layer dip, and it was gone so fast! It definitely was a hit! 

I found out my bestie is pregnant with her first child, so she had the pleasure of drinking apple cider.  I of course had Vodka, Seagrams 7, and some Coronas. 

 I had such a hard time staying awake past twelve, I think we ended up falling asleep around 1 am.  The next morning we cooked breakfast and my girlfriend and I worked on some crafts for my bridal shower!  It was the best way to celebrate New Years Day! 

Fun & Getting it done!

The start of some crafts:

 

Then for lunch we had In & Out.  Seriously Amazing.  

I ended up catching a cold.  I knew it would happen, my nose has been terrible the past week and my throat felt dry.  So it was bound to happen. 

But, overall it was a great New Years, despite catching a cold.

I am so excited to see what 2014 has to bring & 

I am so excited this is the year I marry my best friend! 

Now it's your turn to answer the question: 

What did you do for New Years?

Grab the button, link back to our blogs (Showered With Design) and (Happiness Blog) and share your New Years with us!

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Inspire Me 2014: Day 1

2014 Printable Calendar

I know 2013 is shortly coming to an end, and of course my calendar I have on my desk at work doesn't have any 2014 dates on it, so as I'm trying to make plans for future dates I am unable to see what day is what, so here is a great way to sport a whole year of 2014 all on one page in a cute fashion of course! I am going to hang it on my bulletin board by my desk!

Download your free printable 2014 calendar here.  4 colors/styles to choose from!

Enjoy!