Three Years on Tiffany - The Office.

 This month marks the 3rd year that Cameron and I have been in our house! It's crazy to think that's we've been living here that long, and even crazier to go back and look at pictures from when Cameron bought the house! Talk about a night and day difference.

So I thought it would be fun and show pictures of each room as they progressed, and how they look today!

This is how we found it.

 Painted stripes in the laundry room in July of 2011, and new tile was installed by Cameron and Eric in December of 2011.

 

Desk purchased off of Craigslist in January of 2012.
I had the pleasure of hauling that thing inside with Cameron, which resulted in many chiropractor visits.

 

Diplomas finally framed and hung in February of 2012.

Added the bookshelf in March of 2012.

Finally looking like an office!

 

Added the curtains and the rug in July of 2012.

 Moved the leather chair into the office in December of 2012 to make room for the Christmas tree, and decided we liked it better in there!

 

So here it is today!

Bookshelf - Target (in Espresso)

Desk - Craigslist

Leather chair - Old

Sheer curtains - Target

Blue curtains - World Market

Grass rug - Marshall's

Pillow - Pottery Barn

Cable knit blanket - Dillard's

 

 

Tasty Tuesday: Apple Cider Sangria + Weekly Menu.

Before we get started with this yummy drink recipe, just wanted to let y'all know that I've updated my recipes tab above! Check it out for an easy way to find all of the recipes that have been featured on Tasty Tuesday!

 

Now on to the booze...

 

One of my favorite drinks during the Fall/Winter is apple cider. Pair it with a delicious summer sangria and you've got the best of both seasons!

 

Apple Cider Sangria

Photo and recipe from Style Within Reach.

 

 

1 large bottle of Pinot Grigio

2 cups fresh apple cider

1/2 cup brandy

1 tbs sugar

1/2 apple, sliced

Apple slices, cranberries + fresh thyme to garnish 

1 liter club soda 

 

Mix together all ingredients above, stir and top with club soda. Add 1/2 of an apple sliced and a handful of cranberries and chill for 3 hours or more. 

 

Makes one pitcher.

 

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On the dinner menu this week...

(Sorry, kind of boring since I have to work a few nights.)

 

Monday - Megan working until 10pm
Tuesday -  

Balsamic avocado mozzarella chicken over spinach

Wednesday - Megan working until 7:30pm

Thursday - Chicken Parmesan meatloaf 

Friday - Date night?

Saturday - Megan working until 11pm

Soup Sunday - Lemon, orzo, and {chicken} meatball soup

 

Quick Weekend Recap.

Keeping it short and sweet this Monday morning for a quick weekend recap.

 

Friday I didn't have to be to work until late, so Brady and I decided to test out his Halloween costume that came in the mail the day before. What do y'all think? :)

Rawr.

Saturday was an early morning of getting ready for our annual Dogtoberfest event at Freshfields! Swung by Dunkin Donuts to pick up donuts for the staff. Managed to keep myself from eating the entire 2 dozen, keeping myself to only one.

 

Set up from 9:30am-1pm and then the event was underway! There was a doggy costume contest, wine tasting, beer, vendors and raffles. All money raised will be split evenly and given to all of the dog rescues that participated! What a fun event!

A prisoner under maximum security and a cop. Too cute.

 

 

Sunday was a much needed low key day. I woke up and put this pot roast in the crockpot. It claims to be "Best Pot Roast Ever," but we were not convinced. Next time, I'll be trying Pioneer Woman's recipe. Did some laundry, then made Caroline's chocolate chip blondie recipe. After that, Brady and I went for a long walk with Emily and her pups. Perfect Sunday!

Friday Five.

 

Head over to April, Christina, Natasha, or Darci's blog to join in on the Five on Friday link up!

 

{one}

Big congrats to Christina on her little bun in the oven!! She and Matt are definitely one of the cutest couples in the blog world (and I'm sure in real life) and they are going to be awesome, loving parents!

 

{two}

Sleep.

This being my busy event month at work, I get to sleep in a lot during the week since I don't have to be at work until the afternoon. It has been so nice to wake up when I please, make a cup of coffee, and relocate to the couch for Kelly & Michael.

 

{three}

On the contrary to number one, working out in the morning and having lots of energy for the rest of the day.

Wednesday when I had a full day off, I made it to the 9:15 body pump class and afterwards, did not sit down (other than for a quick lunch) until Cameron got home from work. I was so motivated for a change and it was awesome! Laundry, organizing, grocery shopping, you name it. I will admit, ever since Emily (aka my work out buddy) got pregnant, I have been super slack about going to the gym..and I can definitely tell when I look in the mirror.

 

{four}

Forever 21 finds.

Always hit or miss. Here are some hits.

Essential Multi-Knit Sweater

Favorite Striped Dress

Deco-Redux Sequin Dress

Chunky Striped Sweater

 

{five}

 If you're planning a party soon, check out Style Me Pretty's list of the best places to buy everything you could need to make your party spectacular!

 

Happy weekend!!

Breast Cancer Awareness - Beauty Picks.

 

Breast cancer affects 1 in 8 women and chances are, you know someone (or multiple people) who have battled or is currently battling this awful disease. In honor of breast cancer awareness month, the following products below are donating a portion of their proceeds to breast cancer research! So while you're shopping for a new beauty product this month - think pink! 

 

Philosophy 3-in-1 shampoo, bath, and shower gel

La Mer Hand Treatment

Essie nail polish in Pink About It

eos lip balm 2-pack in fresh watermelon + strawberry

Bobbi Brown blush in French Pink

Tweezerman tweezers

Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer

Boscia Tsubaki beauty oil

Sephora brush set

Marc Jacobs Daisy Hot Pink

 

PS - Don't forget to go through Ebates first so you can earn cash back on your purchases!

 

 

Our pink angel, Aunt Sharlene.



 

Tasty Tuesday: Pumpkin Smoothie + Weekly Dinner Menu.

I haven't been as into the pumpkin craze this year as I have in the past. I haven't even had a pumpkin spice latte yet! Gasp! But for some reason, Sunday I was craving a pumpkin smoothie. So I searched for recipes and came across this winner. Try it out, and add a scoop of vanilla protein powder if you've got it, too!

 

Recipe and photo found here.

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What I'm cooking for dinner this week..

 

Monday - Sautéed tilapia with lemon caper pan sauce and grilled corn
Tuesday -  Shrimp + artichoke pasta

Wednesday - Grilled chicken over spinach salad with craisins, gorgonzola and pecans

Thursday - Megan working until 11pm

Friday - Megan working until 11pm

Saturday - Dogtoberfest

Sunday - Pot roast

 

Instagram Home Inspiration.

I must admit, even though Cameron and I won't be moving for another 2 years or so, and there is plenty of decorating/updating that I could be doing around here, when he sends me links to houses for sale in the area, my mind runs crazy with how I would decorate it. And as you all know, Pinterest and Instagram are great places to find such inspiration and ideas.

 

Below are some of my favorite Instagram accounts that provide me with endless home inpiration. 

 

 

Any other Instagram users that I must follow??