Here is my inspiration. I'm thinking BLONDE, straight & a bob.
My sister tells me I have an obsession with Reese [I'm not convinced]...
so I'm throwing in another option.
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
A Need for Change
On Thursday we are headed to Smithfield for my 10th HS Reunion. This also coincides with my need to do the dew. [not the Moutain] My hair is in need of some TLC. It's been a while since I've last had an update and since getting my hair done in NYC could run me upwards of $300... I've decided to visit my wedding stylist in Virginia Beach while I'm visiting. I'd say it's winning a win, win.
I like the "put together" look Reese has going on, but Jenn's look has a hipper vibe. I'm still undecided. I suppose I'll surprise you all!
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
To Dream...
My little sister (in Alpha Phi), Lauren, inspired me to write a blog post... she's been posting more often now, so I suppose I should get off my bum and do the same.
Tonight I'm dreaming of my green and yellow kitchen.
I so desperately need to make this place feel like a home. Since we are not allowed to paint in our new place... I found these lovely wallpapers tonight while surfing Amy Butler's website. Instead of actually glueing the paper to the walls, I can tack them up–like posters.
Tonight I'm dreaming of my green and yellow kitchen.
I so desperately need to make this place feel like a home. Since we are not allowed to paint in our new place... I found these lovely wallpapers tonight while surfing Amy Butler's website. Instead of actually glueing the paper to the walls, I can tack them up–like posters.
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Home Sweet Home
In the month that we've been in the city, we have managed to finish unpacking all of our stuff. But you want to know something? I realized while I was unpacking just how much stuff we really had. It never occurred to me that combined we had enough to fill at least a two bedroom home! Now before think it... we didn't bring it all here. I'm thankful for my sister and brother-in-law and their HUGE basement. It now houses about 1/4 of our things. They rock! AND while the truck was there delivering our things they were gracious enough to lend us their wooden pantry from their old house. See it below on the left. It's AWESOME storage for food and dishes.
So here is our new place. (Mostly) Unpacked and livable! (Aside from the Christmas decorations and random donation items in the corner there.) Sorry for the amateur iPhone photos.
Hope you enjoyed the 5 cent tour!! Still need to finish up some wall decorating, but in do time :)
Saturday, January 15, 2011
Hot Child(ren) in the City
I definitely have to say that Nick and I got REALLY lucky with our apartment in New York. When we first started looking at places in our price range we prepared ourselves for the shoebox we would soon call home. After finding a few places we liked online, I reached out to a broker who would be help us with the apartment search. He was very helpful. He educated us about the market and what to expect when applying. Looking back on it, Nick and I both agree that we provided enough paperwork and information about ourselves to the management company that we could have bought a house.
One weekend in December we flew to New York for the ultimate search. We got up bright and early on Saturday morning and met with the realtor. He suggested to us to wear comfy shoes and I am so glad we did! We walked up and down the Upper West & East sides of Manhattan. I lost count after the first 6 or 7 apartments... but I think we looked at almost 20 different places.
Towards the end of the day one of the last places we looked at was at 85th & 2nd. As soon as we walked in the door we knew this was it. Hardwood floors, big bedroom, 3 closets... and one GIGANTIC kitchen! It was awesome. But I'll let you see for yourself!
We have been working hard to get our apartment set up these past two weeks. While Nick went to work everyday, I was able to unpack the items that we brought with us on the trip up. It wasn't much, but just enough to live on for the week before the rest of our stuff arrived. We got everything on Tuesday this week and just to give you an idea, here are some pictures of the mess.
We are still in the midst of unpacking, but things are looking good. We have the furniture arranged and items are finding their way to their spots. We were fortunate that my Aunt Totty and cousin Lee came over on Tuesday to help me put away the kitchen items. It's been great to have them around. Once we have everything settled I'll share more pictures!
One weekend in December we flew to New York for the ultimate search. We got up bright and early on Saturday morning and met with the realtor. He suggested to us to wear comfy shoes and I am so glad we did! We walked up and down the Upper West & East sides of Manhattan. I lost count after the first 6 or 7 apartments... but I think we looked at almost 20 different places.
Towards the end of the day one of the last places we looked at was at 85th & 2nd. As soon as we walked in the door we knew this was it. Hardwood floors, big bedroom, 3 closets... and one GIGANTIC kitchen! It was awesome. But I'll let you see for yourself!
We are the green door in the middle, between a bakery and tequila bar
Our two windows, middle section to the left
OUR KITCHEN!!!
(PS in NY this is unbelievable)
Bathroom
Front door to the left, and a small area for a table (also unheard of in NY)
Long & narrow living room
Bedroom overlooking 2nd Ave
Fire escape
Bedroom closet space
Another view from the kitchen through the front of the house
View from the front windows/bedroom to the living room
We have been working hard to get our apartment set up these past two weeks. While Nick went to work everyday, I was able to unpack the items that we brought with us on the trip up. It wasn't much, but just enough to live on for the week before the rest of our stuff arrived. We got everything on Tuesday this week and just to give you an idea, here are some pictures of the mess.
A sea of boxes...
This was before they brought in the desk...
Nick and the mover putting together the bed
(while Nick got an education about the realty market in Long Island from the mover)
We are still in the midst of unpacking, but things are looking good. We have the furniture arranged and items are finding their way to their spots. We were fortunate that my Aunt Totty and cousin Lee came over on Tuesday to help me put away the kitchen items. It's been great to have them around. Once we have everything settled I'll share more pictures!
Monday, January 10, 2011
Manhattan Bound
Our trip from Atlanta to New York started on a Sunday. We left behind our good friends and family. After saying our goodbyes we cleaned the last bits of our apartment and left town.
Here are some shots of our old place:
Once we hit the road we made our self comfortable in the Uhaul that we rented. (I underestimated the amount of stuff we had going with us, and it was cheaper to rent a truck than a car... go figure)
The first night we stopped in Roanoke to stay with Amy and Keith. We got there too late to see the girls but enjoyed spending time with my sister and brother-in-law.
On Monday we were off to Northern Virginia to stay with Elizabeth and John in their new place! Of course on the way we had to make a pit-stop:
JM I missed U! Yes I had to stop and show Nick my alma mater. I made sure to point out everything, even though I knew he was bored!
We arrived in Centreville just in time for dinner and had a great night hanging out with Elizabeth and John. I can't wait until they visit! Just a short bus ride away now :)
The next morning was the big day. We got on the road bright and early to beat traffic. What an amazing sunrise we witnessed.
We arrived in the city around noon and unloaded. After a very stressful day... we were officially here. It's taken us a week to settle in but we are getting the hang of things now. Stay tuned for a post about our new place!
Here are some shots of our old place:
Bedroom
Walk in Closet
Bathroom
Dining/Living Room
Outdoor Space
Living/Dining Room
Kitchen
View from front door to living room
That's us on the first floor
Once we hit the road we made our self comfortable in the Uhaul that we rented. (I underestimated the amount of stuff we had going with us, and it was cheaper to rent a truck than a car... go figure)
Maddy enjoyed the fine reading of Food Network Magazine
Nick drove
And I propped my feet up for a long ride
The first night we stopped in Roanoke to stay with Amy and Keith. We got there too late to see the girls but enjoyed spending time with my sister and brother-in-law.
On Monday we were off to Northern Virginia to stay with Elizabeth and John in their new place! Of course on the way we had to make a pit-stop:
JM I missed U! Yes I had to stop and show Nick my alma mater. I made sure to point out everything, even though I knew he was bored!
We arrived in Centreville just in time for dinner and had a great night hanging out with Elizabeth and John. I can't wait until they visit! Just a short bus ride away now :)
The next morning was the big day. We got on the road bright and early to beat traffic. What an amazing sunrise we witnessed.
At this point we were big city bound!
We arrived in the city around noon and unloaded. After a very stressful day... we were officially here. It's taken us a week to settle in but we are getting the hang of things now. Stay tuned for a post about our new place!
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