Listy Friday

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– Kyle gets (got?) home from Vegas this morning, at like 3 am. Since I’m writing this Thursday night, I’m going to assume that he and Dave are going to wake me up coming in the house and that the dogs are going to go ape-shit. As long as they don’t wake Isla up, I’ll be okay with it. If they do … Ugh.

– My mom and I went shopping Thursday and I treated myself to some new clothes! I got my first ever pair of skinny jeans from the Gap, a few shirts, and a pair of skinny khakis from American Eagle. Oh – and I got these AWESOME boots from Aldo:

I’m pretty excited to wear them out and about. (Or, if you want to go with the Canadian cliché catchphrase, “Oot and Aboot” – HA!)

– I also found out  yesterday morning that I won a free family photo mini-session with one of my favourite local photographers, Kelly Tuohey! I entered the contest through KamloopsParents.com and am pretty excited for our photos!! We have no “real” family pictures yet, so these are going to be awesome for the holidays :D We get them done on Saturday!

– Isla has her 4 month shots this morning. I’m hoping they go as well as her 2 month shots – She only cried for a few minutes and then she was done like nothing had happened! It probably helped that I gave her a little infant Tylenol though …

– I’m also getting my hair chopped this afternoon, which is waaaay overdue. I’m trying to decide if I want to go short again since my hair is falling out like crazy (Thanks post-partum hair loss!) One thing for sure is that my bangs need to be cut because I currently look something like this:

I think I’ve scared you enough today. Happy Friday!!

Wordless Wednesday

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Such a goober

Isla exercises her legs with some standing
(Photo by my little brother)

Cookie Monster is pretty exciting!

Winning at Pinning

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Who doesn’t love Pinterest? So many inspirational and pretty things – from DIY crafts, drool-worthy recipes and hawt fashion – it’s easy to waste an entire day pinning hopes and dreams.

It’s also REALLY easy to fail at your own attempts to recreate things you’ve found. I, for the most part, have avoided this by only attempting things that appear relatively easy and not ridiculous. I’ve decided to dedicate this post to things I’ve found on Pinterest and dominated :)

Note: Click on the Pinterest version image to get to the original post. My images will link to the image on Pinterest. 

Brownie in a Mug

Pinterest version:

My version:

A little too moist, but overall, pretty damn good!

Spicy Thai Noodles

Pinterest Version:

My version:

I added shrimp for a little extra flavour, but this recipe is AMAZING!
When I can eat spicy food again I’m definitely going to make it more often.

Wedding Invitation Ornament

Pinterest Version:

My version:

The ornament ball I bought was a little too big, I think, so it doesn’t appear as “full” as it should. Still, I really love this idea and I think it makes for a great keepsake for any married couple! And it’s cheap! I found the ball at Michaels for less than $5 with one of their %-off coupons.

Balsamic Vinegar Chicken w/ Fresh Tomatoes

Pinterest version:

My version:

My mom and I made this together and I think it could use a little more balsamic than what the recipe actually calls for. I like a bit more zing!

I have a few more Pinterest projects in mind that I plan on tackling soon, including some red velvet cookies, bacon corn chowder and a curtain rod Christmas stocking holder. Fun fun!

What are you winning pinning moments?