You only live once...

Dare to dream big. Nobody puts baby in a corner. Don't let anyone tell you that you can't.

Photo of some very happy person loving what they do, taken in Honolulu, HI.

J.

Imaginary Dream OTD

Dreaming of cruising down the bike trails and sidewalks near my apartment. Gazing at the sparkling lake water and waving to others passing by with their dogs. 

This is my ticket to ride.

26" Huffy Cranbrook Women's Cruiser Bike in Pistachio. Sold by Walmart and currently on roll back special for $88! Vintage feel, without the worry of breaking down. This cute little cruiser is reminiscent of an old Schwinn and bonus, comes in my favorite color, green. 

Reviews are favorable, coming in with 4.5 stars and overall feelings of good bang for your buck and comfort. I am working on getting myself up, out, and about [for more then just cocktails] and I figure that at this great price, I can't go wrong [even if it just sits and collects dust in a few years]. 

How do you plan to be active this season? 

J.

Tulip Pile

(Photo credit to Arthur Chang via Flickr)

Life is too short, to not have fresh flowers. 

J.

One Day

 
I wish for this for each and every woman in my life. And every woman in the world, actually. 

Allow yourself to believe you're worth every good thing that could find you. Then live each day with that in mind. Failure is just a lesson learned and a stepping stone to future success.

Food for thought on this lovely Monday.

J.

Imaginary Dream OTD

Dreaming, today, of the future. In particular the future where my friends are getting married and having babies. In my wedding planning, I have found how much of a passion I have for decorating. Specialty themed wrapping of presents, fun food themes for parties, holiday decor, etc. I just find it so fun to tie a theme to something and go all out. I think my attention to detail may be to blame...

Here is a sample of an Indoor Picnic Themed Birthday Party from Hostess with the Mostess' blog. 



With summer fast approaching, I am hoping some sort of party will present itself for me to get my fix. But if not, I will patiently await the day I have my own home to entertain in and the honor of hosting for someone special :)

What unique themed parties have you planned? Share your ideas in the comments section! 

J.

Happy Cinco de Mayo!

Good Morning and happy Cinco de Mayo to all. Maybe you are vaca-ing in Mexico or partying at your local cantina.... or maybe your stuck at work, like me. Regardless, happy day!

Hopefully everyone had a nice long weekend. And the weather treated you well, as it did me. I spent my Saturday in St. Paul touring the many countries of the world at the Festival of Nations. I remember coming to this in junior high with my Spanish class and used to love it. My mom confirmed that when I told her I was going this weekend. Anywho, countries have booths setup throughout the Rivercentre for tasting their delicacies and also buying their merchandise. 

Our food list (split with my fiancee):
- Polish Kielbasa 
- Finnish Strawberry Shortcake
- Italian Pizza
- French Ham and Spinach Baguette
- French Eclair 
- Danish Lefse 
- Mexican Steak Tacos
- Mexican Fresh Mango with Chile powder (HOOOOOTTTT! Yikes.)

MMM. All were delicious. 

We also toured the merchandise booths, which reminded me of the World Bazaar at the MN State Fair. In fact, I finally snagged one of those hand carved wooden croaking frogs, for a mere $5! I am already driving people crazy with the thing. 

Buy one of these guys on Amazon.com.

Time with family, yahtzee, and dinner with my hunnie sums up the rest of the weekend. Welcome back to reality folks. Friday... come early.

J.

Imaginary Dream OTD

Dreaming of a Wild win tonight against the Blackhawks! 

(Photo cred to DAVID BANKS/Associated Press)

Come onnnnn Minnesssoottta!

J.