We interrupt this blog ...

 to bring you something way more fabulous: The 'Sex & the City 2' trailer!

can.not.wait.!

Where to begin?!

So much has happened since last Friday - but most importantly....

MY TWIN SISTER GOT ENGAGED! 

I absolutely couldn't be happier for her and her new finance, Adam! I've always considered him a brother and well, now it's official!!! Last night I threw them an engagement shower at The Liberty Tavern in Clarendon (I would highly recommend Liberty Tavern for an event - they have such great space, the perfect vibe and such friendly & helpful staff. Basically, they rock!).

The celebrations for Adam & Blair are just beginning and I couldn't be more thrilled! I'm also ecstatic that Blair has asked me to be her MOH (Maid of Honor) and it's a role I'll take verrrry seriously ;)

I have tons of photos and more details about everthing and will post it soon. Here's a photo of the koozie's I had made for their engagement:

Sorry for the fuzzy Blackberry photo!

Do you like the ginger ale I used for this photo op? Didn't have any beer with me at work, ha

We're huge koozie fans so this was a no brainer -- such a great (and cheap!) party favor, too! Oh, and for the non-Virginians out there 'Hoos is a nickname for UVA Alums like the happy bride & groom-to-be

Have a great weekend and a Happy Easter!
xo

Happy Friday!

It's rainy and gross here in DC today -  thankfully this photo cheered me right up. Happy weekend everyone! Hope the sun is shining where you are :)

(photo via rememberdecember)

True Words

 

Found via True & Wesson

this list made me smile

The Big Dance

March Madness is upon us!

While I usually don't care who wins - I'm always a fan of a good game and some friendly competition. I've entered a girls-only bracket contest with the hopes of seeing Kansas and Kentucky in the final game (so predictable right??)

Since I'm a bigger fan of fun bars and happy hours than who is shooting 3-pointers, I was so happy to see this list on the Going Out Guides' site: Best Bets for March Madness in the DC area. They list how many TV's each bar has, food and drink specials and even where some alumni groups will be meeting to cheer on their teams.

Now, where should I plan to spend my backet-winning money?? ha

*Update: District Tattle has a VERY great, detailed list for the best places to watch games - just in case you need a few more ideas

Erin Go Bragh!

The Boondock Saints Theme - perfect for today

Happy St. Patrick's Day to you all! Here are some fun St. Pat's links for ya:

• Car Bomb Cupcakes (via the Smitten Kitchen): these are sinfully good!
• Ideas of where get your Green Beer in DC (via the Going out Gurus)
• What to Eat and Rink on St. Patrick's Day (via Serious Eats)
• Do you know where the closest Shamrock Shake is? (via Find the Shake and McD's)

Wishing you all a very happy and GREEN St. Patrick's Day!

5 O'Clock Somewhere

Have you seen The Party Dress? It's one of my favorite blogs to read - full of beautiful photos and plenty of party inspiration. Her most recent post goes along well with my spring thinking wish list - cocktail-details that pair perfectly with warm weather:

source

I love her idea of taking a cocktail and personalizing it with some of these decorations.

To go along with these fun embellishments here's my favorite Margarita recipe - courtesy of Bethenny (aka one of the Real Housewives of NYC)

Skinnygirl Margarita

What you'll need:

• 2 oz of Clear Premium Tequila (count 1, 2 while you pour, no need for measuring)
• Tiny splash of Orange Liquor
• Juice of 4 Fresh Lime Wedges

Combine all ingredients over a glass of ice and garnish with a lime wedge

Cheers!