American Music Awards= LAME!

I'm going to keep this quick and painless unlike the show itself which was long and extremely painful to watch! So here is what i loved and hated!

JLo performs doing her best Britney Spears i'm nude and my body sparkles routine. The outfit is a little over the top but so is Jenny from the block and thats why i love her!

 Taylor swift wins three awards and by far gave the cutest and sweetest exceptance speeches!

 I have mixed feelings about this one! For those of you who don't know i love me some David Hasselhoff. There is something about a guy who thinks he is one hundred and fifty percent cooler than he actually is! Don't Hassel the Hoff! I also hate LMFAO they should be called RMFL for ruining my f***ing life! If i hear that party rock song one more time im going to go Mike Tyson on someones ass!

I'm going through a rap phase and Drake is currently my fav!

Maroon 5 and Christina Aguilera's performed. I hate Adam Levine and Christina looked ridiculous! There is nothing wrong with having curves all i ask is that you dress appropriately. This dress is way too short and way too tight... don't you own a mirror!? I know what you are going to say x-tina you are beautiful no matter what they say, words cant bring you down. I get it you are beautiful but your dress is still too tight!

I absolutely despise people on stilts it freaks me out and gives me nightmares! It happens twice in one night and i am not happy about it.

I would do a best and worst dressed list but other than my girl Taylor the rest looked like a bunch of Fashholes! So all in all the show sucked and i don't think i will be watching another AMA for quite some time... unless NKOTB performs of course!

~ Danielle

Red, White, and Polka Dots... What I Wore

Such a beautiful day today! I love those surprise late fall days when there is no need for jackets & layers (my heart will always be in summer time). I wore lots of little thrifted goodies: a Mort Schrader blouse, red beaded necklace, belt, and vintage boots. Also, sweater leggings from Anne Kline and up-cycled denim shorts from UO. 

♥

-sarah

Thirty-Five Years and Counting

Today is my parent's anniversary and it is a pretty big one (I believe 100 years), so I thought I would share some of their story.

They both grew up in a small town in Ohio, where her dad was the only optometrist and his parents owned two very successful restaurants. They both attended St. Joseph's Catholic School from kindergarten through 12th grade. That is where they met, I believe it was in typing class. My dad, who would always call my mom Sheila, would ask her for a piece of paper and pencil so much that one day, when he came into class, she already had it sitting on his desk so he wouldn't bother her. They began dating when she was 16 and he was 19 and the rest is history, as they say.

November 20, 1976

I always loved my mom's wedding dress. The lace is so pretty and delicate. What do I have to say about those ruffles you ask? Dad, you're doing it right.

Honeymoon in Gatlinburg, TN

Over these 35 years, they managed to have three extremely cute children. I am pretty sure that's not fair, especially the youngest one. What a doll baby! ::wink::

Richard Lee. Born Feb, 17 1979           Best Friends            Kelly Marie. Born Oct. 16, 1980

 Andrea Marie. Born Nov, 7 1988                                         My high school graduation 2007

They also have two cute grandgals, one from Rich (Camila) and one from Kelly (Addison), that are the most adorable kids you will ever see.

Happy 35th Anniversary Mom and Dad! I love you both very much!

-andrea

How Days Off Were Meant To Be...

1. Husband's super worn-in and comfy tee and fuzzy warm socks:

2. Thrifting:

3. Packages in the mail (containing camera and film!):

4. Hangin' out with this guy:

5. Wedding prints in the mail:

6. Levon and Gaga:

7. Workin' on postcards for craft show:

8. Apple yogurt cinnamon cake & coffee:

And it's only 1:15!

Anyone wanna hang out? :)

-sarah

Happy Columbus (Ohio) Day!

I just got back from Columbus, Ohio yesterday and I had me a blast! I stayed with my pal Louie (aka my gusband) and got to see some family. Bonus!

I decided to wear my new Navajo print cardigan, some cut offs, tights, and my black boots for travel. It was a very comfy choice. Of course I had to wear my two new favorite necklaces my Mindi gave my for my birthday!

Cardigan: Forever 21
Cut offs: Hacked by me
Boots: TJ Maxx

Once I got to Louie's apartment, Bettie Page (Ms. Page if ya nasty) was there to BEGRUDGINGLY greet me.

You would not believe how many butt shots I got of this kitty. She is not representing her name sake well, at least on Tuesday.

Before we took off for some Thai lunch, Louie's quick work meeting, and then dinner with my dear cousins Laura and Todd, I spammed his Mac's Photobooth.



Oh, how stunning!

This looks better!

We went back to the apartment after dinner with Katie and Holly, and I honestly don't think I have ever laughed so hard. I cried all of my make up off hanging out with that bunch. After watching Serial Mom it was off to bed!

The next day we went to lunch with my mom's cousin Stella, and my Great Aunt Bid (I always forget her real name is Margaret). These two ladies are full of jokes, especially Bid. She is sharp as a tack, 91 years old, THE ULTIMATE LUNCH LADY, and can make me laugh no matter what.

  

Stella, The Lady Biddith, and I



Louie had to work Wednesday evening so I stayed home with Ms. Page (who scared the life out of me with her stares most of the afternoon), and spammed with some more photos. Later, I had a mini Tim Burton movie marathon, did the dishes, and ate the lemon/raspberry cheesecake I brought home from lunch. You know, the things all good hags do!

On my last day there, we had a full day of fun! Our first stop was to a thift store, where we feasted our eyes on some trinkets and paintings.

In case you forgot, it's in Ohio

Nothing like a "crushed velvet", periwinkle, corduroy, men's jacket!

Clay Aiken was in town. How lucky for us!?

Next, we headed downtown to Rag-O-Rama, an awesome vintage resale shop on High St., and I am almost positive I had a stroke. This shop is amazing. I dare you not to find something! I bought a cute cardigan and some buttons.

After visiting some friends in German Village, we went to Tip Top for dinner. It is a tiny store front in downtown Columbus, and the minute you get inside you realize how freaking fantastic your time there is going to be. There are really old photos, knick-knacks, and programs all over the walls. I was already into it before I even ordered. THAT'S WHEN THE MAGIC HAPPENED! If you are ever in Columbus and feel the urge to stuff your face with something, go to Tip Top and get the pot roast sandwich. There are no words. None.

That is a pretzle bun, those are egglplant fries, and if you see tears on the plate it's from me weeping. 

I had such a nice time visiting some folks I love this week. I miss New Albany, and Louie already!!

-andrea

P.S. Did I mention how cute New Albany is??

 

Center of town