Update From A Mad Runner

Well Hello! It's been a while I know.  Last weekend was spent in Vegas with a group of girls for a bachelorette party!

Vegas was an amazing time. A friend of mine that I met in SLC when I first moved here moved back home to the East coast and I haven't seen her since her move. So not only were we able meet up again this past weekend and pick up where we left off we were able to celebrate her upcoming nuptials with some of her favorite ladies! 

This last week I took off for a much deserving break. Not only have I been working very hard this summer but I got a terrible head cold which just reminded me that sometimes your body just needs a break from it all. So after work I was heading home and hitting my bed!

I have really been working it out this summer. I think more than past years because I have noticed a huge change in my body. Turning 27 was an eye opener for me. It sounds so weird to say or even write down but I can tell my body has really changed.  In some ways I love it and some I hate it. It's like I'm just going through teenage puberty. My hips are getting bigger, my face is breaking out more and when working out the changes are coming a little slower than they used to. It's frustrating but I know that it's just the way it is so I'm just rolling with the punches!

Anyways, thanks for letting me break it all down. I am finally feeling a little better, just a little stuffed up but should be gone soon. I'm going to start hitting the pavement again next week so wish me luck!!

Since I haven't blogged much this summer I wanted to leave you with a smoothie recipe. I have been eating smoothies for dinner for the last few months. It's quick easy and even though B doesn't like fending for himself for meals it's been a good change for me and helped with my workouts.

Green Monster Smoothie: 
I found this smoothie recipe at Pintrest, of course. I tried this out but switched it up a bit for my particular tastes. 


I first want to note that I don't measure out ingredients when I cook, make smoothies, etc. So this is all approximate measurements. 


1 c Almond Milk
2 Large scoops Greek Yogurt...or plain, vanilla or whatever yogurt you use. 
1 scoop Protein powder
1 Bananas
Fill the rest of the blender up with spinach. 4 c?


Blend until smooth and then liquify until the spinach is ground down. I like to refrigerate for a little bit to cool it down. Also if you make too much it can sit in the fridge overnight or during the day. 

This is the easiest smoothie I've ever made and it's so good. You can only taste the banana and it's a good kick start to the day or a nice dinner after a workout!

I'm Into...

Memories of my Vegas trip and meeting some amazing ladies! We had an amazing time!

My bed. I missed it.

Puppies. Last night was the first time in the 5 years I've been a dog owner that we had to deal with a sick dog. It's scary and hard since you don't know how thy are feeling. I may have over reacted but I don't care cause Asia seems to be doing good.

My new lipgloss.

Tea. Feeling under the weather and nothing makes it better than a nice cup of tea.

Planning my anniversary. Three years this August!

We Made It

We're back! Vacations over, we got our pooches and back to work today.
First I am happy that I was able to post my vacay outfit posts that whole week. For some reason I always notice I always take my funnest outfits on vacay with me but it's ironic that u usually vacay in the Midwest.
Anyhoo...I am happy to post my last outfit post. Hope you enjoyed the vacation posts!

layering...just for fun

I love these pants! So comfortable and really cute!

all packed up and ready to go!

Back To Life...

Back to reality.
Today's the last day of our NoDak vacation and it's a little bittersweet. It's going to be hard going back to work tomorrow but it's going to be nice to sleep in my own bed and best of all I get to see my pups!
Yesterday was a nice day for B and I we just bummed around, worked out, enjoyed the sun and a dinner with B's mom.
For the majority of my life I was, and still am, a sweatpants type of girl and didn't push the limit in my outfits on a daily basis. Like I wrote about yesterday blogs have helped me be more creative and spice up my daily outfits. So here is a before and after pic of what I wore yesterday.

morning attire. post workout and post tanning

evening attire dinner at my MIL

new H&M shirt and my J Bella pants, also my comfy (believe it or not) Steven by Steve Madden shoes.

It's A Jorts Thing

I love reading blogs, it's my thing. When someone asks me what my hobbies are B always says blogs. I guess he's right. There are so many reasons to like so many different blogs but the main reason I love them so much is the inspiration. These women have such a talent and inspire me to do so much even if it's something as small as trying a new lipstick color or hair do!
Here I followed an easy DIY to make an old pair of Forever 21 jean shorts a little more funky for summer.
This was my outfit the day after the wedding, a comfy little number to be hungover and drive three hours. It was also the only day we were able to get out on the river with B's dad so I can't complain.

white J Bella shirt with my Jorts, and of course my fav shoes;)

close up



 ps. I Spy DIY has amazing and I mean Amazing DIY's to try out!! I also need to pick up her book! Check out her blog here!

Green With Envy

Yesterday was the big day. My big bros wedding day. It was gorgeous out and the wedding party, ceremony and bride and groom just made the day even brighter. Its always great to see family and friends but even better to see my brother so happy. Nothing is better than knowing someone you love is as happy as my brother and his new bride. Congrats to both of you!

Before and after all changed up for the big day. Green dress won the votes!

The 70s

Does anyone else think that when you're on vacation time goes so fast? I know we don't go back until Tuesday but I know these last few days will just fly by.

Friday was one of those days. We finally got my passport applied for, breakfast made and then ready for the day to start, but we were waiting for my sister and family to get here and it felt like forever! Then the afternoon just flew by after they arrived.

I love these black pants I found. Kohls LC brand on sale, best find in a while.

Ps it's my bros wedding day and I'll post my winning dress tomorrow!

obsessed with perfecting my top knot!

accessories

Bright and Shiny Day

Yay for a nice day, finally, and we sure took advantage of it. I finally found some fun mint green pants and was so excited to wear them. I also met up with friends and got to meet my good friends little girl. She is the sweetest thing ever!

Fun green pants and I love my high shoes! Almost as tall as B in these things. 

accessories are a must

sweetest little girl ever! Elodie and her mommy walked over a visited on a beautiful evening. 

Lazy Hump Day

This is my outfit of the day when my husband makes 8 a.m. dental appointments and the we have a three hour drive back to my hometown. But it ended up being a fun drive, quick lunch with a friend and then a nice run (literal run) around town (literally around the town) when I got home. I sometimes miss this place!

comfy jeans

representing the school (quick change for the road)



thankfully my MIL borrowed me a jacket. it was SO cold on Wednesday



Mint for you?

I don't think I need to even mention how popular mint green is right now. So when I came across this great oversized mint green sweater at Gap a few weeks ago I snatched it right up and have been wearing it non stop since we got back to the frozen tundra. Please cross your fingers it warms up for us!