thankful.

It's that time of the year, to step back and remember what we are thankful for (it actually should be every day, but honestly, it never seems to take special importance until this season.)
With that said, I have compiled a small list that all of us should be thankful for... things that often go unnoticed until we are without it. 
1. Pillows. 2. Hot tea.  3. Expresso shots.  4. Heating blankets.  5. Nail polish.  6. Love.  7. Being able to gather with family during the holidays.  8. Fluffy dogs.  9. Kittens. 10. The look in a babies eyes when he/she see's there mother after a nap. 11. The smell of an evergreen.  12. School.  13. Our health.  14. All of the color in the world. 15. PASTA 16. The way if feels when you take out a high pony after a long day.  17. The way it feels when you peel off a face mask.  18. Being able to have hot water so you can actually enjoy a shower.  19. Fuzzy socks.  20. Shoes that you don't have to wear socks with. 21. Bobby pins.  22. Our safety.  23. When someone randomly buys your Taco Bell order and just says "Merry Christmas." 24. The night sky in the country.  25. Candles.  26. Free birthday meals from restaurants.  27. Cozy fires.  28. Cuddles from your love.  29. Hugs from your mom.  30. The overall love you feel everyday. From that text making sure you made it home, to those thoughtful Christmas gifts you are about to receive. 
Just remember that we are SO BLESSED. If you have the ability to be on the internet right now, you are so blessed. You have a roof over your head, food in your belly, a family that loves you. It's so important to lose sight on what is important to you in the hustle and bustle of life, but we all are truly SO BLESSED in so many ways. 
This is just a small list, and surely there are so many more little things that we should be thankful for, but hopefully it is a little reminder as to how much we need to take a step back and thank God for the life he as given us. 
What are you thankful for? 
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holiday dresses.

It's that time of year again! Time for sparkles, red, and bows. It's the HOLIDAYS! 
Here are a few cute dresses that are on my wish list this holiday season. 

What's on yours? 
Make sure to check out some of the cute dresses on Simons! 

christmas list.

Number one: These cute booties. I freakin' love them!

A bunch of slouchy sweaters. 

 A glitter MacBook cover.

A puppy of course. :)

Some riding boots. 

A baby kitten. 

And some Starbucks gift cards. 
What do you want for Christmas? 

face of the day - christmas.

 

Just a quick face of the day. Lemme know if you like it. :)

I decided to go with a bronzy/nude/smokey look. I contoured my cheeks with bronzer and added highlighter to the bridge of my nose, my temples and my chin. My eyes are just a classic smoky eye with gray on the outer corner and a shimmery light cream on the inner corner of my eyes to the middle of my eyes and as a browbone highlighter. The lips are just a matte nude color that blends in with my skin. :)

hottie of the day. (christmas edition)

Mr. Clause seems to have gone on a diet and started working out. Thus making him our hottie of the day!

You can break into my house any day. 

Thanks for the great idea Kate! 

PS: Photo's from weheartit.com

holiday glam make-up.

Hey guys! I figured I would do a holiday look for you so you can have an idea of what to wear to all of your Christmas parties, or whatever. :)  

If you are bored and have nothing better to do, then you can spend 10 minutes watching this video to see how to accomplish this lovely look. Sorry, I lack on the editing equipment, but...oh well. Haha!

Oh! And I'm not entirely sure why this video is side ways, but if that bothers you just watch it on youtube and then come back here. :) 

So try it out! It's perrrrfect for Christmas, or Hanukkah, or New Years! Have fun with it!

How cute is this? Erika is such a good elf. :)

After Ice-Skating! :) Our cheeks were all rosy from the cold. Bug kind of looks like Santa, huh?

If you guys do end up trying out this look, let me know how it turns out! Maybe even send me a picture?

Have a wonderful week! :)

gift idea's fo' yo' fran.

Hey guys! 

So we got the man gifts out of the way, now what should we get that girl that has been with you through thick and thin? The girl that knows you better than anyone else? The girl that you share over 390242 inside jokes with? Your best friend.

Well. Here's some ideas.

Cute Jewelry is always a good way to go.

Look at these cute Peanut butter and jelly rings!  This is for only the most legit best friends.

You can never go wrong with a beautiful necklace.

And pretty bracelets will always be the perfect gift for your friend.

Silly, creative gifts are always wonderful as well. 

A clever ipod holder. Not going to lie. I kind of want one for myself. 

Best Friend coupons. Oh my gosh. Perfect!

A pep talk book for when you aren't there.

Cozy is also a wonderful way to go! :)

A cozy scarf to wear in the wintery cold...

and a super cute hat'll help too!

Anymore idea's, lovelies? 

gift idea's fo' yo' man.

Have a man in your life?

Don't know what to get him for Christmas? 

Well have no fear. Rach is here. 

Whether you have a sporty guy, an outdoor man, or a metro dude here is a list for them all. I hope this helps you guys in the quest for what to get your man. I know that a list would've helped me out when Drew and I first started dating for sure. 

First off for those sporty guys in your life. 

How cute will he look in this Sweatshirt/Sweater thing? Gotta love Nike. 

Every sporty guy needs a good pair of Shorts. Like my man, Bug, says "You gotta be ready to ball at anytime!"

Now for those outdoorsy, macho man types. 

Wouldn't they LOVE this? It's so cool. If you have a guy that likes to explore you HAVE to get this for him. This Survival Bracelet is a must. 

Now for the rockers out there. 

This Mini Amp would be perfect, wouldn't it?

Now for the silly boys that are in love with that new game that came out...Call of Duty? And those guys that like to shop and recycle. 

A Reusable Shopping Bag that looks like a grenade! 

The techies. 

One word. Ipad. 

On a budget?

Can't go wrong with these yummy, festive Cookies.

And Kisses? What guy doesn't love that?

Socks. Cheap and needed. And cozy. Perfecto.

And probably best gift ever, love. :)

Hope I helped!