Scenes around our Neighborhood

Here's some pictures I've taken around our neighborhood, Mount Pleasant, in Washington, DC

We really love our neighborhood.

xoxo

Makeover!

I thought I'd change the blog to look a little more "me." I was new to blogging at the beginning and I picked a template much too hastily. I feel much happier looking at this new version. I think it's simple and clean and easier to read. Hope y'all like it!

Today is Wednesday and that's exactly what it feels like, even though I had yesterday off. My day off was so great! I've been going to see movies by myself since I learned to drive and it is one of my favorite things to do. Cody and I finally discovered E Street Cinema and it's my new favorite movie theatre in DC. They show a lot of smaller, independent films and they even have midnight movies and sometimes show classic movies at noon. It's not the Prytania, but it will do:) 

I got my requisite popcorn and candy (they were out of raisinets, so I had to go with Milk Duds), and sat down for a couple of hours of crying. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE to cry at the movies and it happens in pretty much every movie I see (I cry at sad parts, but also happy parts). And Michelle Williams always delivers the tears. This is the movie I saw:

I hope everyone has a wonderful week. It's cooling down here a bit in DC, but only because it's been raining all week. And it look like more storms this weekend. But that's okay...storms are perfect weather for watching movies (and crying).

xoxo

I'm back!

The first month that we lived in DC, I didn't have a job. While it was nice having time to always have the apartment clean and many hours to dedicate to movies and books, I was slowly driving myself crazy. After many (many) resumes were sent out, I was SO excited to get two phone calls about jobs on the same day, that I accepted both positions when they were offered to me. It was great news for my wallet, but terrible news for the cleanliness of the apartment and my sanity. I found myself working 50 hours a week, not to mention the hours of being on public transportation and the time wasted "killing time" in between jobs. Needless to say, I found little time for things like this blog. However, I have rearranged things in my life a bit and now I have one job, I work 40 hours a week, and I have time for the blog again. Yay!

For this post, I'd like to catch everyone up on some of the little adventures we've been having since my last post...

First off...we got engaged!

On Cinco de Mayo, Cody and I had dinner at Filomena's, an Italian restaurant in Georgetown, and after dinner, Cody proposed. I was shocked and happy and I am so excited for all of the adventures we will have together in the future.

We took these pics earlier that day when we saw "The Avengers"

We are getting married on Friday, September 28th, in Gonzales, LA. There's been lots of planning and shopping and decision-making. It's a little overwhelming, but I'm so lucky that my Mom and Dad are helping me out so much. I'm a lucky girl!

What else has been happening?

Garrett came to visit! My BFF and my Man of Honor came to stay with us in DC for a few days and it was so great having him around again. He's one of my favorite people to laugh with and we do A LOT of laughing. We had brunch at Jimmy T's and sushi on H Street. We also watched "Bridesmaids." OF COURSE.

Brunch at Jimmy T's in Capitol Hill

My cousin, Chad, and his wife, Christi, were so sweet to invite us to New York City for a night. I love that we are close enough to NYC to take these little mini road trips. That city is so near and dear to my heart. This time around I was able to see my friend, Steve. We caught up with him and saw an improv show at Upright Citizens Brigade and had a few drinks. The next day we had a delicious brunch at the Ocean Grill with Chad and Christi. Bloody Mary's, sushi for an appetizer, and I had eggs benedict with crab cakes....MmmmmMmmmm. A nice walk in Central Park after and a trip to the New York Public Library. (Well, the steps at least. Sadly the library was closed.) Thanks again Chad and Christi! We love you!

What was supposed to be a trip to Myrtle Beach with Mom and Dad, turned into a trip to Louisiana. Let's just say, my Dad owes us big time;) But at least I got to see these faces...

My time in Louisiana was so special. I got to hear Sadie call me "Nanny" for the first time and Mom and I had a date with Jackson to see "Brave." I love those kids so much. I didn't get to see every family member, but I was able to spend some time with a lot of them. I can't wait to see everyone in September!

Since I had sort of missed out on a "vacation" Cody took me to HersheyPark in Hershey, PA. We had a blast! Riding roller coasters, eating dippin' dots, and playing skee-ball. I'm a sucker for theme parks. 

On one random weekend day in DC, Cody and I went into Madam Tussaud's to check out the wax figures. I was actually pretty obsessed with wax museums when I was a kid and I wonder if my parents remember that phase (Mom?). Anyway here's a pic of me having a serious discussion with John Quincy Adams (who is obviously not listening to me) and hanging out with my fave dysfunctional presidential fam, the Kennedys.

My cousin, Edie, and her husband, Christian, stayed in DC for a night on their way to New Jersey. We had brunch at Founding Farmers. I miss them a lot and it was so nice to see them. Good luck in NJ Christian!

And finally this is what we've been dealing with recently....

xoxo