Inspire Me 2014: Day 11 - Winter Wonderland

Co-hosting with the lovely Kristen for our Inspire Me 2014 Blog Challenge!
Read the complete list of prompts here
 
Today's prompt: Take a photo of what your “winter wonderland” looks like.

My Girl Kristen hails from New England, so she gets all the pretty snow! I don't get to experience snow where I live.  In fact, it is 83 degrees right now. 
My extremely white skin is going to burn!
Crazy, I know. & I'm sure most of you that have snow and very cold climates are rolling your eyes at me when I say I wish it was colder. Not a whole lot, but slightly! 

Alright, so you want to see my so called "winter wonderland?"  Not much of a winter.. but here it goes:
 

 

 My little pup in the photo above.  I was taking them on a walk when I took these photos.

Bright, sunny, over 80 degree weather, mid-January.  I swear the seasons are changing because it was rainy and much cooler in July, and I'm pretty positive I don't live in Australia where they have opposite seasons.

Oh and I thought I'd share my amazing wedding shoes I ordered! Eeep! I am too excited!!!



Come Join our link up! I'd love to see your actual winter wonderlands and envy you!

Inspire Me 2014: Day 10

Today's post isn't necessarily a question, it's just a fun activity for you to partake in.  Something you can look back on.
I am linking up with the lovely Kristen today.

Write a letter to yourself and don’t open it until the end of the year.

 It’s fun to see the difference a year can make!

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 & For Wedding Wednesday I am sharing my Save The Date with you. ( More better photos of my Save the Date process and the cute stamp I used coming soon!)


 



 

And for my First So What Wednesday with Shannon:

This week I'm saying SO WHAT if...

• I keep saying "Diet starts Tomorrow" 
• I haven't painted my nails for more than 3 months.
• My bridesmaids came over last night to plan and all we ended up doing was going to Taco Tuesday.  We didn't get any Bridal shower planning done.
• I've been too lazy to make dinners this week. Poor fiance.
• If it's 82 degrees mid January.
• I get excited when new GFC followers are added on my blog.  {I may or may not check it 5 times a day}
•  I talk to my dogs as if they are people {at least they don't judge me}
• I haven't washed my hair for ... a few days..  baby powder does wonders.. I'm gross..
• I'm having my bridal shower  a little over three months before the wedding.  I don't want to be a bridezilla okayy people?
• We are moving out of our place in March and I don't know where to start packing
• I combined three posts into one today...
• I am so ready for the weekend and it's only Wednesday.. sighh

 

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 4

Today's prompt is super simple. 
(Linking up & Co-Hosting with Kristen)

 When is your birthday? We’d all like to send some wishes. 
I'm going to add a bonus question, What did you do for your last Birthday?

My Birthday is November 17th!

Last year for my Birthday I...  

Had all my close friends surprise me at a pizza place and went line dancing,

took a limo to the Hollywood Hills for dinner and drinks, and

went to the Long Beach aquarium with my parents and fiance.

After the aquarium we had a nice dinner, and had some cake! Yum!

P.S. if you haven't already heared of Jane, you should probably check it out like now. 

 It's kind of pretty much amazeballs.
Oh and I am featured today on Southwest Bloggers Society. Check me out!

 

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Also, If you are interested in seeing what the prompt questions are ahead of time, or read more about 

the Blog Challenge, click here.  It goes in greater depth and you can plan accordingly. 

Now it's your turn to answer the prompt & follow these simple steps to join in on the fun:

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

NYE

Happy New Years Eve everyone! I cannot believe it's going to be 2014, the year I will marry my best friend.   That is so crazy to think about! All this planning and time has gone by so fast, our wedding day will be here before we know it!  My wonderful coordinator wrote a blog post about us and our engagement photos.  You can check it out here.

In honor of the New Year, New beginnings, and all the changes that come along with it, I have coordinated with Happiness is a Mood Not a Destination to bring to you our:

"Inspire Me 2014" Blog Challenge!

We totally understand that coming up with blog-worthy topics on a daily basis can be rough at times, so we created a list of topics that may spark some imagination!  We thought it would be a fun way to start off the New Year!

Rules:

Really, who likes rules?  I mean they are great every once in a while, but we don't feel a need to have set rules to follow. Take these topics and run with them! We want you to enjoy blogging as much as we do without the added pressure of coming up with a topic! 

Heck, even make some new friends out of it!

Please take one of the buttons below if you'd like! Place it on your sidebar or in your post, do as you please! Otherwise, please link both our names in your post. {Showered With Design} & {Happiness Isn't a Destination}

We've left the weekends up to you. Topics have been set for weekdays only. We feel weekends should be spent relaxing and enjoying 

time with friends and family!

 (Or taking care o' business that you don't have time to do during the week)

Don't feel as if you have to make every single post this month. Please write about things you normally would, if you wish! If you want to skip a day, no big deal! Feel free to make it up on a weekend or not at all. 

Everyday we'll have a linkup section so you can link up your posts and visit other fellow bloggers.

The topics we have come up with are fun, serious and creative. Take them however you want. There isn't a right or wrong way to do them! Just start writing and see where your imagination takes you!

Thursday, January 2: Lets make the first day easy! What did you do for New Years? 

Friday ,January 3: We’ve seen everyone do it this week on Instagram and their blog…recap your favorite moments from 2013. Or post one random picture from each month of the year

Monday, January 6: What changes were made in 2013 to better yourself, or what changes will you make in 2014 to better yourself

Tuesday, January 7: When is your birthday?! We’d all like to send some wishes. 

Wednesday, January 8: It’s no secret we all ‘Paid it Forward” in 2013, what are some Random Acts of Kindness you’d like to accomplish this year? Heck! Make it into another challenge for yourself. 

Thursday, January 9: A list of top 5-10 things that make you happy. Be creative! Serious, funny, embarrassing. Spill some beans :) 

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!

Monday, January 13: Best advice for the New Year

Tuesday, January 14: Best Blogging tips & coding that could be beneficial

Wednesday, January 15: Write a letter to yourself and don’t open it until the end of the year. It’s fun to see the difference a year can make!

Thursday, January 16: I’m a New England girl and used to taking pictures of the beautiful snow but some of you don’t get to experience that. Take a photo of what your “winter wonderland” looks like.

Friday, January 17: What inspires your blog posts? Get a little deep and pick a past post that is meaningful to you.

Monday, January 20: Write about a struggle you overcame in 2013

Tuesday, January 21: Do you have any awesome vacations planned for the year? If not, where would be your ideal spot?

Wednesday, January 22: What are some personal goals you’d like to work on this year?

Thursday, January 23: Many new babies have been introduced into the blogging world in the last year. Tell us about one of the funniest moments you’ve had with them. 

Friday, January 24: Share some new trends/makeup/online shops you’ve found recently and include a few photos!

Monday, January 27: The littlest thing can set us off. Right about a pet peeve and try to get creative!

Tuesday, January 28: The worst gift you’ve ever received

Wednesday, January 29: Only photos

Thursday, January 30: Tell us something you always remind your husband/fiancé/boyfriend about. For example “happy wife happy life.” Let’s face it, it’s fun to tease them!

Friday January 31: Last day of the month! Reflect on how 2014 has been so far.

 

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