Confessions IV
1. Even though I meet the average height requirement, I could never be a model. Exhibit A: the picture above. Why am I slouching and lifting my butt like that? It would have been such a pretty picture if I wasn’t ruining it with my horrible posture and a butt lift.
2. I sent out my wedding invitations and then decided I wanted to change what time the ceremony starts. After discussing things in more detail, we decided that we’re not going to do a first look which moves the original plans around. Whoops.
3. Apparently I’ve been applying mascara the wrong way. I watched this video which teaches you the “right way” and it really does make a huge difference! It requires a little extra effort to remove clumps but the end result is worth it.
4. Things have been more food centered on the blog lately because I’ve been so busy with work and wedding planning that I haven’t had much time for, you know, an actual life. But somehow I always manage to find time for food.
I’ve made a few recipes from other blogs recently that were incredibly delicious and worthy of sharing:
- Garlicky Swiss Chard with Sundried Tomatoes and Chickpeas This was amazing and so simple to make.
- Detox Green Smoothie This is almost like a green juice but it’s made with a blender instead of a juicer. I blended it in a regular blender and it came out surprisingly smooth. My insides were singing after too.
- Banana Oat Greek Yogurt Pancakes Also made in a blender, these pancakes are super easy and taste great.
- Crunchy Cashew Thai Quinoa Salad with Ginger Peanut Dressing This had a nice crunchy texture and the dressing is scrumptious!
- The Best Shredded Kale Salad Two words: pecan parmesan.
- Thai Sweet Potato Burgers with Spicy Peanut Sauce More peanutty deliciousness! The flavor and texture of these burgers was awesome.
5. Remember my goals for 2014? I haven’t bought or made any desserts {except for energy balls and another ball recipe that’s coming your way soon} and I even stopped drinking wine during the week.
Okay, that’s not true. I had one teeensie little glass while watching The Bachelor. They just go so well together, I can’t help it.
Speaking of The Bachelor, I’m ridiculously excited for Sean and Catherine’s wedding this Sunday! I’m generally obsessed with that show but I can’t wait to see all of the details now that my brain is constantly saturated with all things wedding.
6. The new Body Pump release is awesome but the I’m not sure I’ll ever be able to make it through the lunge track. My legs are screaming for mercy by the end. Why can’t they put that track in the beginning, when I don’t feel like I’m about to pass out?!
7. We rented the movie Don Jon last weekend and while it’s a lot little inappropriate at times, I really liked the message behind it. Just don’t watch it with your parents. Or grandparents. Or anyone you would feel uncomfortable watching multiple pornography scenes with.
8. I’ve made zero progress with unplugging before bed. I bought this book last month to help me wind down and even though it’s written well, I put it down after reading two chapters and never picked it back up.
9. I failed to mention an awesome giveaway taking place at Kelly’s blog, Hidden Fruits and Veggies, yesterday. It marked the one year anniversary of her blog and the fourteenth anniversary of her giving up eating meat so she’s celebrating with a huge giveaway of her favorite things, Oprah style. Be sure to swing by her blog for a chance to win some awesome goodies!
10. I’ve been wanting to join the party over at Amanda’s beautiful blog for some time now but week after week, I kept forgetting to participate. Well, I’m finally doing it. It’s such a fun way to discover new blogs so be sure to stop by and see who’s thinking out loud today!
Do you have any favorites from The Bachelor yet?
Any helpful tips for unplugging at night?
Hey, I know that Smoothie! Thanks for the shout out. :) And you could totally be a model, butt lift and all.
Love the invitations!
I was so happy when you shared that recipe because I don’t have a juicer but I’m always craving it!
Despite the cheek lift, I think that picture is beautiful.
I’m so excited to watch Sean and Catherine’s wedding! I love the entire Bachelor/Bachelorette world, and I only feel a twinge of guilt for perpetuating horrible female stereotypes like this one, but it’s just too good.
1. Girl, don’t be so hard on yourself — that photo of you and B looks so natural.
2. Mmm, you’ve been making lots of healthy eats!
3. Your wedding invites are classic & stunning. Awesome anniversary date.
4. All about The Bachelor, but don’t have a favorite yet.
Ooh, I’ve been loving Sharon’s green detox smoothie lately – how good is it!? I think the picture of you is lovely – Im sure you’re wedding photos will come up a treat too! I dont have any tips about unplugging at night but Im in desperate need to start doing this, so if you come across anything that works, please share it here :)
I’m so glad I’m not the only one giving up sugar and wine during the week! It has seriously made me feel so much better :) But a glass with the bachelor does sound quite tantalizing hehe – I wouldn’t worry about the wedding invites… Since you’re having a smaller wedding, I’d just have your mom help spread the change of time by word of mouth! Everyone will understand <3
Thanks for sharing my giveaway :) My friend got married last September and realized the day of the wedding that they wrote the wrong time on the invitation (by an hour and a half) so everyone showed up while ANOTHER wedding was going on in the chapel. It actually worked out really nice though because people had time to mingle outside (they had chosen a gorgeous golf course to get married at, and otherwise people wouldn’t have been able to enjoy the view being stuck inside the rest of the night). My policy is there’s nothing you can break that can’t be fixed, so everything will work out great ;-)
Wine and The Bachelor doooo go so well together..there is no denying that! Also–hush, hush on your picture. You look wonderful and I promise nooooo one would’ve noticed if you wouldn’t have said anything :)
If you happen to get any helpful unplugging tips, let me know! I am TERRIBLE about it i.e. watch TV shows on my computer in bed until I fall asleep….
Also you could totally be a model! You have no idea how bad my posture is. I honestly wouldn’t have noticed your back-tush pop in the picture until you pointed it out!
LOVE your invitations!! And I am totally making that crunchy cashew quinoa salad to0- looks so yummy!
So I think the picture is gorgeous! I never would have noticed the posture or the butt-lift if you hadn’t pointed it out ;-)
as for unplugging before bed, I leave my phone on my dresser (aka: out of reach) before I crawl into bed, and then I read for 20 minutes or so. It does the trick!
Your wedding invites are absolutely gorgeous! I know how much time and effort goes into choosing the perfect invite so I can really appreciate the beauty!
BTW you could 100% be a model. You are STUNNING and everyone loves a nice butt lift photo! ;)
Girl I think you look gorgeous in that engagement picture! You could definitely be a model in my opinion! :)
I absolutely love your wedding invitations! So so pretty and unique!
I don’t even notice the butt lift! I’m super critical of my poses too, but I don’t think anyone else notices. I tell myself every week that I’m going to stop drinking wine during the week, but I’m lucky to go 2 days in a row…My all time favorite couple is Ashley and JP from Bachelorette. They are the cutest!
I think that pic of you is gorgeous! You’re super photogenic and I think you could totally be a model.
I’m having such a problem unplugging at night too. I totally need to figure something out because being on the computer and then try to go to sleep right after is just not working. My brain is then on overdrive and I can’t wind down!
Hahaha you are so silly. That picture is beautiful and your pose doesn’t look weird at all! I can’t help but laugh at your comment about it though.
I made that juice you posted on instagram which I think is the same Detox Smoothie you linked above….I LOVED IT! Its going on my regular rotation for sure
So I didn’t even notice anything wrong with that picture until you pointed them out… And even then, I still think you look gorgeous :) Posture is something that I have to continuously make a conscious effort to improve… I’m absolutely -horrible- when it comes to sitting up straight (slouching as we speak), but I have the hardest time remembering to fix it. Ugh. I need to write a sticky note…
I totally agree with you that I wish the lunges were at the beginning! They can be so killer!
I have a hard time unwinding before bed too. I have been doing some Tara Stiles, which is free on YouTube. She has a few that are good for sleep. I do them in my pjs and then hop right into bed.
So, I tried the mascara thing this morning and it totally made my eye lashes look longer. Thanks for sharing that video!
I’m actually a fan of the butt lift, adds a little oomph to the picture ;). Oh and don’t get me started on Sean and Catherine’s wedding! I am so excited to watch. And wine with the Bachelor is a must!
Apparently I have been applying mascara all wrong too! Who knew?!
I am horrible about unplugging before bed – it’s something I really need to change but just can’t seem to do… my worst habit? Grabbing my phone after I get into bed just to check email, etc one last time… yeah, that needs to stop immediately.
Oh c’mon, you really look great in that pic. You could be a model! I love the way he looks at you…
Such a great picture of you and the future husband! I wouldn’t have even noticed the awkward butt lift if you hadn’t said anything. And I need to stop drinking so much during the week too, but unemployment and snow days make it so tempting. :) And my ((current)) favorites are Andi and Nikki.
Let me just say that I think that is an AMAZING picture of you two. You are so gorgeous, girl! But it’s always easy to find fault with yourself in pictures… the photographer who did our engagements posted just one on Facebook, and I am already terrified to see the rest based on how I look in that one. Yikes.
Anyway, wine + The Bachelor go together like peanut butter and jelly! A match made in heaven. I think Andi is my favorite so far… but I also love Renee because she’s so freaking nice!
You definitely do not look like you’re slouching or lifting your butt (unnaturally) in that photo! It’s so gorgeous and just looks like you’re having a great time!
I definitely struggle with unplugging at night…or ever, but I’ve found that having something very light, such as a magazine or an easy read, helps. But even with that, half the time I’m still watching a show before I go to sleep!
I hear you about the Body Pump. I did the new release today and my legs were screaming. Squats are cool but dang, those lunges….. And shoulders.. Our shoulder track is horrific!! I’ll have to see how I feel tomorrow lol
You look so great in the first picture though! You could totally be a model, girl!
All that food sounds and looks amazing! The Thai salad is something I’ve been meaning to try for weeks hehehe.
Have a wonderful weekend Sarah! : )
I never appreciated how talented models had to be until I watched America’s Next Top Model! It usually had nothing to do with who was “prettier” (Face it, there are millions of gorgeous girls out there!!!!), but who could actual pose and “smize” and all that stuff!!! I could never, ever, be a model. First of all, I do not look like one! Second, I look so awkward in pictures!!
Your wedding invites are gorgeous! It’s coming up so soon! (not like you need me to tell you that though)
I’m not crazy about any of the girls on The Bachelor this season. Andi and Chelsea would probably be my favorites if I had to pick.
I just gave up all forms of alcohol until Feb 14. I’m on day two and last night i really wanted a glass of red since we got some sad news. Holding strong! I’ve never watched the Bachelor before. No interest ^^; there was a time I wanted to model, but I don’t have the height or body type for it. ah well. i actually think you look lovely in that photo!
I totally want to see Don Jon, but I will refrain from inviting my mom over haha!!