Friday, February 27, 2015

Weekend





Anyone else seriously over winter? We had 2 snow days this week and while it's nice to have a little extra R&R time, this girl can't wait for some warmer temps. For the past two weeks my entire routine and schedule as been thrown to the way side due to weather, long days at work, and trying to juggle everything else in life. This weekend with not too much going on, I am hoping to get in a workout at the gym or maybe even 2, a trip to Barnes and Noble and some organizing around the house. Sounds exciting right? Here's this week's finds...

/ As a bit of a makeup junkie myself, I loved seeing this list of who to follow on IG

/ In an attempt to get myself back on track, I am thinking about trying this 21 Day Fix

/ Lately I've been really into Moscow mules thanks to my roommate who has perfected the art of creating one. Thinking I might need to try this similar cocktail

/ Lusting over this living room space

/ As someone who stresses far too much about others and what they think, this needs to be ingrained in my mind. 

Hope everyone has a fabulous and warm weekend!

Yours truly, 
Emily Ann

Thursday, February 26, 2015

A Re-Introduction



Maybe it's all the snow and cold weather we've had here lately or maybe it's the winter blues but I have been lacking serious motivation lately when it comes to le blog. There have been so many nights I sit down to write a post for the next day and can't get my mind to settle on a topic of interest and therefore give up and choose to not post. I apologize it's been a bit of a bore around here but with another snow day at home today, I plan to do some serious blog planning and hopefully will be back to things by next week! 

A few week's ago one of my long time favorite bloggers, Natasha over at Hello Happiness posted this fun meet and greet. I thought it would be a fun way to reintroduce myself to readers, as well give others a chance to know a bit more. I love finding more about other bloggers, it's how I connect with them and  am able to establish "blog friendships." Since starting this blog I have had the privilege of getting to know so many amazing women in person and via email, here's to hoping for many more! 

Background:
I am mid 20's gal originally from Annapolis that just relocated to Raleigh, North Carolina. It's crazy to think of how many cities I have lived in such a short period of time but the list is as follows- Charlotte, NC for post college internship, Richmond for my my first job, and now Raleigh. I couldn't be happier to be back in the south and have loved living in Raleigh so far. I attended East Carolina University and couldn't be prouder to be a Pirate, come football season you'll get a sense of my enthusiasm. I currently work at nationally ranked hospital in the Triangle area as a Child Life Specialist, specifically with pediatric cardiac patients. Working with children in the hospital is the most rewarding job I could have asked for and I am truly blessed to be given the opportunity to work with such amazing patients and their families. I'm pretty laid back and easy going, while I do love to plan and can be a little crazy about my planner, I can also be pretty spur of the moment and spontaneous. I love hanging out with friends, enjoying live music, and am most happy when cooking in the kitchen with a glass of wine, listening to Frank Sinatra. 


Other interesting Tid bits:

the best advice i've ever received:
" Not your circus, not your monkeys"
my favorite quote:
"Exist to be happy, not to impress"
favorite vacation spots:
San Francisco & Miami 
five things I can't live without:
music, coffee, my phone, pizza, chapstick
favorite thing to cook:
Omelets 
something surprising about me you may not know:
I never learned how to ride a bike when I was younger. My parents claimed it definitely happen but at 25 this girl has no a clue what to do on a bike. 
most trusted beauty secrets:
Clarisonic Mia &
Oil Body Wash 
song that sums up my outlook on life:
Women I admire:
My mother and my grandmother, both are incredibly strong and passionate woman. I am a better person for just having them in my life. 
books on my bedside table:
how i enjoy spending my free time:
I love a good spin class or workout at the gym, drinks and dinner with friends, sundays spent solo at Barnes & Noble with a stack of mags, coffee, and my phone off!


Yours truly, 
Emily Ann

Tuesday, February 24, 2015

Piperlime Sale Picks

Piperlime Sale Picks




This morning I woke up like I do most mornings- stumbling into bathroom to shower, make coffee and then turn on the news while I get ready. Normally I have the news on as background and occasionally listen to bits and pieces of things that catch my ear. Imagine my surprise as I am almost ready to walk out the door to find that I am hearing school closings and delays due to snow that has accumulated in just the past hour. With that being said, I am currently blogging from bed and getting ready to enjoy another snow day of relaxing and resting. What better way to pass the day then by doing a bit of online perusing and shopping. Above are my picks from the current Piperlime sale, definitely check it out if you haven't already!  Hope everyone is staying warm and safe in the snow!

Yours truly, 
Emily Ann

Friday, February 20, 2015

Weekend




To say I am over this week is a bit of an understatement- from snow and ice to car malfunction lights to just this morning waking up to frozen pipes- this girl is over it. Wine now. This weekend I had plans to visit friends in Richmond but have decided a weekend at home with nothing but relaxing is just what I need. I'm thinking wine and snacks with a friend tonight, lots of catching up on shows, and enjoying a lazy weekend will be perfect. Here's this week's links...

/ I have never seen so many rave reviews about a product in one week. Megan is a long time favorite blogger of mine and if she says it's good, I'll take her word for it. 

/ Swooning over these for spring. 

/ With a little extra time on my hands this weekend, thinking I may need to check some of these off my list. 


Yours truly, 
Emily Ann

Thursday, February 19, 2015

Life Lately



The past few weeks have felt like a whirl wind. From being extremely busy at work to moving, the blog has taken a bit of a backseat to everything going on. We are also experiencing freezing temps here in NC, make it hard to want to do anything other then stay warm in bed. Today's post is a bit of a modge podge of catching up...

A typical morning view- Tall Latte, Kind bar, and my May Designs planner.


Thumbs up for my hair growing up enough to add some curls. Excuse the awkward selfie. 


A Valentines lunch with a friend before seeing 50 Shades of Grey. Truth- I actually enjoyed the movie way more then I thought I would. 


Valentine sweets from work.


The view of Raleigh from one of my favorite spots- Boylan Bridge Brewpub

Yours truly, 
Emily Ann





Tuesday, February 17, 2015

Snow Day

Snow Day





Today is my first official snow day since living in NC! While I plan on staying in and keeping warm most of the day, I think a neighborhood walk + a  beverage is also on the agenda. Hope everyone is staying cozy and safe!

Yours truly, 
Emily Ann

Friday, February 13, 2015

Weekend



All I can say for this past week is... bless. I am beyond thrilled the weekend is finally here and can't wait for sleeping in and relaxing. On tap for this weekend is fun girls day date with a friend for lunch and movie (yes we are seeing 50 Shades and I have no shame.) Other then that the weekend will consist of lots of catching up on sleep and TV shows. Here's a few finds from this past week...



This sweet treat looks too yummy not to try out ASAP. 

Swooning over every detail in this chic Austin apartment

The perfect black shift for any occasion- on major sale. 

For all the other single gals our there on Valentine's Day.

Preach

Yours truly, 
Emily Ann