Smelling the Roses at Thirty!

Monday, August 6, 2012



Well hello everyone! I love finding new blogs and especially new fun link-ups. Today I stumbled upon the cute Lovely Little Things blog and the Smell the Roses series. Because let's face it we all need to smell the roses every once in awhile. I am just sorry I didn't find this sooner because some of the past tasks would have been so fun.
Lovely Little Things


The task for this week is...

Write yourself a letter to yourself...to read 5 years from now.

After having written a letter to myself 5 years ago...I know I couldn't pass this up. It is basically a time capsule for myself that I will be opening or reading on August 6, 2017. And it goes a little something like this...



Dear Krista,

First off, this is you, now.
You better still be this hot. Just saying.

Well, you have made it to your 30th year. I hope you crossed off at least 3/4 of your 30 before 30 list(which right now is still in progress, so I guess I hope you also finished it.) So if all is done then you will have gotten married, bought a house, done some pole dancing ;) have another tattoo that you currently do not have and you enjoy your job...just to name a few. And if you haven't, then it might be time to break out the list and ask yourself why not. You should always remember to do what you truly want because you want to. Kids or no kids, never lose your passion for trying/doing things that make you happy. Even if others are skeptical and nay sayers. 

By now you should have a little nugget or maybe multiple, God willing and I am sure you are the best mom ever. If it is any indication of how much you love Lily and spoil her these days, it only goes to show how amazing you are with your own flesh and blood. Even Brian says your crazy cat lady skills will carry over into great mom skills.

Speaking of being a momma, how's it going hot momma? Because I know you have started to get the MILF thing going. Highlights, tanning, boobs. ya know, the works. No? Not there yet? No problem. It's your past self telling you to start today. Seriously, go. Even get a workout in, eat healthier. The simple things will help in the long run. 


Your closest friends are still there for you and Brian. (Yes, I am psychic actually) They still come and go in your gigantic house with many bedrooms (and I am also a dreamer) You still rely on them to pick you up even on your craziest days. I know this because your friends now are the friends that have stayed. Stuck with you through every crazy thing in your life and will continue to be there. If you have lost a few, maybe try to reach out. Never too late for a reunion and catch ups. 

You will have been married 4 years, together 11...yikes! You better have celebrated properly! And I know you two are living so happy and still having laughs. Because there is never a dull moment in your lives together. Just remember this time 5 years ago. You were planning a wedding, just learning about living together and  getting excited for your future. Remember this feeling and time. I say take a big vacation this year. Maybe as a family, maybe just the two of you. I know you two always spend, spend on little things and it's time to splurge on a big vacation. Think tropical, relaxing. Because you both need it. I just know this even 5 years from the past :)




It's just crazy thinking 5 years into the future. If I had done this 5 years ago, my letter would show just how much you can't predict anything. You are just on this ride wherever it takes you. Excited to see!

Make sure to head over to see Jessica's blog and start smelling the roses, definitely a fun time!




Sunday Social: Fall!

Sunday, August 5, 2012




Happy lazy Sunday! Actually not so much for us. I'm working the fiance hard today to get the junk out of our spare bedroom into the storage unit. Just trying to clean this place up ya know? Way off topic.




Today is Sunday Social and I love this one because it is about fall things! I love fall. Colors, scents, weather, etc. Love itttttt.

1. What is your favorite fall activity?
I love pumpkin picking and carving. And drinking pumpkin coffee from Dunkin

2. Do you follow a football team? If so which one and why?


Well here we go. New England Patriots! Yes, I realize I do not live in the New England area. Yes, I realize there are other teams closer to follow but it's whatever. And it goes way back. Yankees and Devils were forced on us but football was one of the wishy washy. Uncle liked this team, Dad liked this team and never went to games so I kinda just picked one. And that's that.


3. What is something fun about Fall in your area?
I have a new area this Fall so I guess we will see. We have a nice park right down the road and I've heard there are Fall and Christmas happenings there quite often so I'm excited to see that!

4. Fall favorite outfit staple?
I love skinny jeans, flats, and wraps. So easy and fun.

5. Things you are looking forward to most about this upcoming fall season
First and foremost, Dunkin Donuts pumpkin coffee. Delicious. ( Have you gotten that I love pumpkin coffee?) And then if all goes right, engagement pictures this fall to prepare for save the dates eeeeekkk!!

A little something like this
(Found it here)


56. Favorite fall holiday/tradition?
Not very much. First fall living together so I guess we will figure some things out. But I have always loved Thanksgiving. But lately I have taken the option to work for that extra moola.


See you much more this week! I am finally getting back into the swing of things :)

Friday, Friday!

Friday, August 3, 2012

Gettin' down on Friday! Why you ask? Because I have ANOTHER weekend off! If you know me and what I do, then you know how miraculous it is. And how much I love it. Anywhoooo....to my Friday's letters!


Dear Week: Thank you for being over. Because I am pretty sure you were the longest one ever. Do I exaggerate? Yes. But I am still convinced you sneaked in hours somewhere.

Dear Wedding Dress: I think I might have found you...and I am sooo excited!!! However, you know me and my indecisiveness means at least 3 more trips to various stores just to verify my decision. Can't wait!

Dear fiance: You are the best ever. Seriously. You made me lunch twice this week, emptied and loaded the dishwasher andddd dealt with my space issues. Pretty soon you will be the best hubby ever!!! And maybe I will pick up some wifey skills somewhere in there.

Dearest Steph: I hope you loved your shower and it was everything you hoped it would be. I had such a great time and am always so honored to be your maid of honor

Dear Kristen: Safe travels back to Cali! (that is IF you found out when you actually leave ;) I will miss you as always and I am so lucky I got to see not once but TWICE!! You best believe I will be Facetiming you in very soon!

Dear Iphone 5: I was really looking forward to owning you. But seeing as your price is the equivalent of all my bills for once month, I might have to pass.








Wedding Wednesday:A Bridal Shower!

Thursday, August 2, 2012




Yes...I know it is not actually Wednesday, I accidentally missed it and still want to write this super awesome post. Mostly because it is about my best friend's bridal shower over the weekend. And I have been waiting for this day for awhile..oh wait, I mean she has ;)

It was such a beautiful day and I am so glad she had so many people there to celebrate her and her fiances love and start them off right. Now it is so close to the big day and I can not wait!

Here are just a few pictures from the day!

Bridesmaids


Advice table when you walked in.



Are these not the prettiest cupcakes you have ever seen?! They were wrapped in to go boxes and everyone had one to take home with them. So yummy!



A sangria fountain of course. So yummy.

Some fun and games. Who wore it best?


With presents of course!

Absolutely love her. And so honored to be her maid of honor. Can't wait for the big day!!



The happy couple!!





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