“Don't forget to love yourself.”

One Mans Trash is Another Mans Treasure...

Monday night I was thinking, “I need a project, something to do tonight to keep me busy.” After time well spent at the gym, cleaning wasn’t an option… and there is only so much Lifetime TV I can take. A certain tarnished, silver tray came to mind and I was all over it. With newspaper spread on the floor (in front of the Lifetime Movie Network – I just can’t get away from it) I set myself up for the long haul. I took me about an hour and a half of rubbing with a soft cloth and some silver polish unveil this gorgeous shine!! This once un-treasured garage sale find turned into a beautiful serving dish I will keep forever!

Spring & Step

I saw a woman at the gym the other day with these on. I'm not kidding! I tried to sneak a picture of them and the flash went off! She almost caught me!

My girlfriend from Boston said people love to run around the city in these, I think they're just as weird!

What's going on with people and weird shoes!?

Fresh Basil

Another reason I love summer… fresh basil! I grow it on my deck and love to pluck a few leaves to cook with. It just so happens that EVERY meal now includes BASIL! I grow parsley and thyme as well, but can’t bring myself to use them yet. I only want the fresh taste of basil in my food. For breakfast I put it in my egg as it cooks. For lunch its in my burger with some feta cheese. For dinner I’m sure it will be in the below!

I accredit my mom and her love for South Beach that brought about this recipe! Grill a tortilla for just a minute on each side on low heat. While leaving the grill on, remove the tortilla and add fresh chopped basil, minced garlic, sliced tomatoes, feta and mozzarella cheese. Return to grill long enough to melt cheese. Drizzle with olive oil and enjoy! A fabulous low carb pizza just for you! YUM!

To all my Family & Friends

I have fabulous news: I got a new job! Over the last three weeks I have been interviewing with SKM Group, a marketing firm here in Buffalo! Friday I received the call that myself and another girl were selected from 12 candidates for their two open positions! I am beyond ecstatic for this opportunity!! It's an amazing chance for me to move into the career I've always wanted. SKM will offer me more of a chance to shine and grow professionally.

As an Account Executive, I will be working with different clients to provide them direct marketing materials to reach their clientele. There is even some traveling involved that I am so pumped for! I can't wait to get in there and start, which I hope will be soon!

My boss and VP at SHC know I'm leaving as I already gave my notice. A select group of close friends celebrated with me on Friday, but other than that I have not told many. Work should be interesting tomorrow when everyone finds out!

A special thanks to my Mother who gave me all the positive encouragement and love to be able to believe in myself to secure this position. I couldn't have done any of this without her or the love and support of my family and friends. Thank you everyone!

I will keep you updated as I start off in my new position! Woohoo!!

Fearless

Nothing scares the devil cat!

Cali and I have been enjoying our evenings sitting on the deck. With the hot steamy weather I water down the wood to cool us off. The little water bug will let me get her wet too! Then she plays and plays, running all around me! She even likes the new chairs I bought!

I didn't pick the best time of year to start blogging again...

Finally it feels like Summer! What a gorgeous Memorial Day weekend!! We were on the lake by 10:30a on Sunday and didn't come back in until 9p!! The water was even warm enough to swim in! More than once did I thank my lucky stars for such a beautiful weekend! I hope you all were able to enjoy as well!

And a special shout out to my parents for celebrating their 31st wedding anniversary yesterday! I am very proud to have parents that have been together for so long. It seems rare these days!