On a cold day…

On a cold rainy day all I want to do is stay inside and watch tv and eat soup! Even though it’s almost April you would never be able to tell since it’s been a cool 40-50 degrees and except for a sunny weekend last week, sold rain. I have been obsessed with tortilla soup and feel like I have been getting it any time I can. So I decided to make some myself and it turned out so good I almost ate the whole pot of it that night! It was a simple recipe and used canned chicken which made me weary at first, but was actually brilliant. Most of the ingredients were from a can and made it even easier.

Here is the recipe I used from Campbell's. Although I substituted the Pace salsa for a Safeway brand chipotle salsa that made it slightly spicier, but so worth the smokey flavor! I also substituted the frozen corn for canned corn with peppers and threw in a can of black beans and topped with avocado slices at the end. All in all I think it was a delicious soup that I would probably start making weekly since it literally only took 30 minutes.  

Wear to go from here… well duh, to the kitchen. It’s almost dinner time!

*Megs

Oh Color

One of my favorite Spring trends is Color Blocking! (As I stated I was obsessed with last week) It is a fun trend where you can mix bright colors to get a sophisticated, but fun look that looks put together! You can even mix in some neutral pieces to break up the brightness of the outfit. Or you can go all out with the bright and the bold!!!

Here are some of the fun styles I have been admiring! I think Pink tones and Blue tones are my favorite. They are both such versatile colors!!

 Wear to go from here…a Sunday Brunch or a girls night out. You can go anywhere in your color block outfit!

*Megs

Slight Obsession

It’s been a long hiatus for me from here, but I have been living a crazy whirlwind version of my life and I can’t even believe it’s already MARCH!!! Where has the time gone? Before we know it we will be in 2013! But let’s not get ahead of ourselves.

With all the craziness, and the non stop hustle and bustle of my life lately I am ready for things to calm down and get back to the things I enjoy and have not done in months. I have gained some slight obsessions for spring and can’t stop thinking about them. I think I need all of these things in my life…I just can’t take it anymore!!

Pink Pants!! Or any colored pants for that matter. And paired with a chambray shirt for a pretty look!

Single glitter nail…totally love this look with a little dash of sparkle without being a full blown disco party on your fingers.

Color Blocking! Enough said…love this spring trend. And I need this BCBG Maxazria dress, it’s so pretty and I love the pleats!

Maxi dresses. Something seems so sweet and romantic about this soft flowy look…I just can’t wait for warmer weather to bust out the spring dresses!!

Ombre Hair (not sure I am brave enough), but might be a way to get some blonde in my life?? I have a secret desire to be blonde, but olive skin prevents me from ever really doing it!

This just made me even more obsessed!!!

Wear to go from here… Off to the mall and hair salon!! Can't control myself any longer!

Happy Friday!

*Megs

On to a New Year

Happy New Year! It's that time a year to start fresh and begin a new chapter in your life. Instead of making new years resolutions that will probably be broken in a few weeks I decided to instead make some goals for myself to accomplish this year. Hopefully I can stick to these goals and make 2012 the best it can be!

First, I would love to fill 2012 with better eating habits, and a healthier overall lifestyle. I did an ok job of that in 2011, but it's definitely something I struggle with and could always improve on. And dating a runner has kind of inspired me to get up off the couch, put down the pizza and start making some better health choices.  

Be braver in my fashion choices and not afraid to shine. I love fashion, but sometimes am too afraid to take risks and wear something that is fashion forward and a little flashy. My friends are laughing right now since they think I always take risks...but I do often  reserve myself.

Experiment with my cooking and making more fun and creative foods, while also improving on my baking.  I got some awesome Christmas gifts... a stockpot and cake decorating tools. (so EXCITED to use both!) They will for sure be very useful for this goal.

I also want to spend more time with the people who I care about and love and make my relationships stronger. Life is short and I want to make the most of it and spend as much time as possible with them. Especially the new relationship that developed in 2011. He is so incredible and kind, and I'm so excited to spend this year with him!

And hopefully in addition to all this I can find time to get away and get some R&R on a beachy vacation!! With a new promotion and lots of work I know 2012 will be a little more stressful.

Wear to go from here... I don't know where to start. Do I hit the kitchen or the gym, maybe the grocery store or the mall. So man options... go thing I have 357 days left!

*Megs

**Also bloggin more and not taking month long hiatis is also a secondary goal!

Stylish Snow Bunny

This year I am finally going on a ski trip! And it’s going to be at Whistler!! I used to ski and snowboard all the time as a kid. But fast forward 10 years, I’m pretty sure I am going to be terrible now. I’m still on the fence about actually going skiing, so we will see how I feel once I am up there. Might just be fun to play around in the snow and see the sights!

But since it’s been so long since I've been in actual snow I no longer have any well fitting and stylish snow clothes. Thus requiring me to go SHOPPING! Here is the ideal outfit I came up with that assures I will be warm and dry on the slopes! And of course includes sequin Ugg boots...I can't go anywhere without a little sparkle!!!

Now feeling more confident… all I need is some rental gear.

(from the left, clockwise)

North Face Women’s  Ginger Delux Jacket $349

North Face Freedom LRBC Insulated Pants $159.00

DAKINE Audrey Visor Beanie $30.00

Collection XIIX Basket Weave Loop Scarf $34.00

UGG® Australia 'Classic Sparkles' Boot $169.95

North Face 'Metropolis' Gloves $60.00

I can already tell this is going to be an expensive vacation!

Wear to go from here… The North Face store, then REI, then Nordstrom

…anything I’m forgetting?

*Megs

Tech-ie Delight

This year there has been an array of tech products coming out that are both fun and very functional. I personally can’t live without my iphone and ipad and am a die-hard apple fan! And come from a tech-ie family! Both my parents and siblings have those products too, so it’s been hard to find some other things that might be nice to get them. Although browsing online I found some awesome stuff for under $200 that will definitely delight the tech-ie in your life on Christmas morning!

1. The iPhone Photo Printer $159.90
2. CLARISONIC® Pink Skincare System $195
3. Philips Fidelio Docking Speaker iPod, iPhone and iPad $199
4. Kindle Fire $199
5. kate spade new york rigid iPhone 4 & 4S cover $40
6. DVF Zip Around Ipad Case $135
7. Tumi Ultra Slim Universal Power Adapter Kit $195
8. NEW Nintendo 3DS Cosmo Black $199
9. MIE2 mobile headset $116.95
10. Tumi Netbook Carry Cover $95

Wear to go from here… hmmm, just need to decide who gets what!!

*Megs

Countdown to Christmas

I can’t believe that it’s the first day of December. Where has this year gone? I swear we were planning summer vacations, bachelorette parties and wedding details just a few weeks ago. Now it’s onto Christmas decorating, baking cookies, attending holiday parties and creating shopping lists.
This is by far my favorite holiday with all the festive decorations that make everything sparkle and shine, and generally seem to put people in a good mood!

I'm so excited to dive into the season and just have fun this year. I have gifting craft days planned, a ski trip to Whistler and hoping to make lots of fun holiday dishes (since the thanksgiving sweet potatoes where a hit! I'm feeling more confident.)

Here is to a great December and holiday season!

Wear to go from here…out to start decorating, cooking and hitting up the stores!

*Megs