My First Five on Friday

It's my first time linking up for Five on Friday. Yay! So let's get right to it:

1. Going Back to iPhone. After switching to a Galaxy a year ago, for the camera, I finally switched back. I'm still getting the hang of it, so if you know of any new apps that have popped up since last August, send them my way!

2. Undateable. I'm headed to a taping of the show tonight. Be sure to look for me in the crowd ;)


3. Social Studio Shop. I'm trying to get back into blogging - like really, not just a few scattered posts here and there - and the workshop that these ladies put on two weeks ago really inspired me! Come back Monday for my recap.

4. Fall. I know everyone else is experiencing winter-like weather but we're late to the party in Southern California.This week we still had 80 degree days, but a few also dipped down the 70s. Major win in my book. Still no changing leaves though, because that's (sadly) not a thing here.


5. Holiday Sales. They're already starting. I snagged a several J.CRew Factory items, including this Factory Printed Drapey Dress. It was marked 50% off + free shipping which is good, but I'm going to keep an eye out to see if it drops even more.

Have a great weekend. See you back here on Monday!

I'm Co-Hosting The Hump Day Blog Hop!

We're halfway there people! Can we just take a second to daydream about somewhere tropical and beautiful? I'm zoning in my semi-recent St. Thomas getaway. One of the most beautiful places I've been.

Back in reality...today I'm co-hosting Liz's Hump Day Blog Hop! Be sure to head over to The Fitness Blondie to join in on the fun. This is a little different than a link up. To participate, simply add your blog link. There is no required entry or anything like that. This is about networking, making new friends, and finding new blogs. AND today is Liz's birthday!

Getting Into the Valentine's Day Spirit

Welcome to Monday Morning Gossip! Join the fun with my co-host Kimberlee of I Have a Degree in This and me. Here's how it works:

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1. Giuseppe Zanotti Pumps

2. XO Design Cuff

3. Red and White Heart Knit Mug Warmer

4. Stila Lipstick

5. Lovestruck Heart Pendant

6. Rebecca Minkoff Purse

That Awkward Moment

I don't go to movies often because they're expensive and I'm cheap (more on that in a sec) but I've been wanting to see That Awkward Moment so Saturday night I went with two of my sorority sisters/college roommates. I mean, a grown up Zac Efron, yes please!

I thought the movie was a straight up comedy, but it was a romantic comedy so it wasn't exactly what I expected. I thought I'd be cracking up the whole time. It was good, just different than I expected. If you're a fan of the former High School Musical stud and go in knowing it's also a romantic(ish) film, I think you'll enjoy it and you def won't feel like you've wasted money on a movie.

Let's be real, with the price of movies, who want to risk paying for a one that ends up being lousy? Most of the time I just wait for films to come out on DVD. But I love the experience of a theater. This year I've seen exactly ZERO Oscar-nominated movies. That sucks! BUT I just found a great solution for movie lovers, MoviePass.

It's a card that you pay for monthly, with an annual membership, that allows you to go to the movies an unlimited amount of times with no blackout dates. And it's easy to use, just download the app, check into the theater and movie you want to see, and use your MoviePass VIP card to pick up your ticket at the kiosk. Simple. And there's still time to catch up on all of the Oscar-nominated films.

Sounds pretty awesome right? Well stay tuned because I have a MoviePass giveaway coming up!

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I'm in Seattle!

photo courtesy of Jason Hoover

Happy Monday! It's especially happy for me because I'm currently in Seattle staying with my gracious host, Christina (who you should be following because her blog is amazing ;). On the agenda today is brunch at the Space Needle and an underground tour of the city.

I'll be back with a full recap soon! In the meantime, you know the drill. Linkup with my co-host, Kimberlee and I and share your post! If you're new to the blog hop, here's how it works:

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June's Been Good So Far

I'm liking June so far. This month has been good to me. In the last two weeks I've spent time getting pampered, experiencing LA's culinary treasures, and taking in the beautiful Southern California sunsets. Here's a little peek of what I've been up to...

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{new cocktails and delicious food}

{beautiful California oceanside sunsets}

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LA Bucket List

Today I'm linking up for the first (official) weekly installment of Never Ever Ever... The goal is to talk about something you've never done. So I figured I'd highlight the things I've never done in LA but have always wanted to.

I live right smack in the middle of the city, in Hollywood. So there's really no excuse that I don't explore more. Since I'm contemplating a move out of the city, here is my buck list for LA. I've never ever...

Walked Rodeo Drive even though I live 15 minutes away. 

 

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Had a drink at the Hollywood hot spot Chateau Marmont even though it's a $5 cab ride away.



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Hiked up to the Hollywood Sign even though I can see it from my neighborhood.

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Went wine tasting in Malibu even though it's less than an hour away and beautiful (from what I hear).



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Frolicked on the Santa Monica beach even though I've been to the pier many a times. 

 

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Pretty sad, huh? I think it's about time I start working my way through this list!

Link up with the hosts: Shelley, Neely & Stephanie!

Birthdays & Mother's Day

This weekend was low-key - a birthday party and family time.

Saturday my friend hosted a birthday party at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel for her twins who turned 3. Their birthday cake was adorable and so we they as they blew out their three candles together!

Sunday I hung out with my parents for a relaxed Mother's Day and we enjoyed a BBQ and cupcakes.

New Glasses & Curled Hair  //  Strawberry Julep

 

Disney-themed birthday cake  //  The twins blowing out the candles!

My mutt  //  My mom's Mother's Day gift from 10 years ago (he looks cute but he's a men little dog!)

Cupcakes for the family

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