Getting dolled up

Right after Thanksgiving my Mom and I spoiled ourselves with a little shopping.  Since I am not huge on make up, I really need reminders to go and get new product every year (at least).  We walked into a little make up bar in Kierland and noticed a familiar face at the NARS counter.  We came to find out that we both worked at Nordstorm at the Mall of America and he was from Apple Valley.  After a quick everyday make up demo, I was sold (in reality it doesn't take much to sell me since I have no idea what I am doing when it comes to make up).  

I've worn make up almost every weekday since.  I have really enjoyed the compliments and not looking like a 12 year old girl when I walk into a new school.  I might actually get into this whole make up thing. There is nothing wrong with starting a make up trend at the age of 27 right???

When in doubt...

shop!  With all these deals going around I can't help but keep my eye on a few things...

Kate Spade

Nordies

Lulu lemon

Stella and Dot

More Kate Spade

and more Lulu

I guess I'll be working out and accessorizing into the new year.  Bring on 2014!

Bowl Game Madness

It's a sad day when you spend your night together staying in to make dinner and finish your bowl brackets.  I can make a guess that we won't be get the big winnings this year because we definitely spent way too much time over thinking our picks.  I guess we will have to wait and see...

wish us luck :-)

Sharing is caring

That is the name of the game in our condo this week.  On Sunday Sam rescued a dog (Holly) for her parents for Christmas.  Lucy has had an entire week to get use to someone being in her domain and she did quite well.  

They spent the week snuggling and taking walks together, all while wagging their tails.  The best part about Holly staying with us is when she stands next to Lucy her big tail hits Lucy in the face.  It is priceless :-)

A mother always knows best

Once again my mother's advice rings true.  I know you're probably not surprised to see me type that up, but it really is true.  I feel as though all adults continue to be reminded of this as they get older.  A few months ago my mom was watching the news and came across a segment on acupuncture and allergies.  

On the news segment a doctor in the valley was finding success with getting rid of prescriptions for patients with allergies and asthma after only 5 treatments of acupuncture.   Great sign me up... minus that huge dislike of needles.  After some weeks of convincing, I signed up.  Last week after successfully completing 4 out of 5 sessions, I only needed my allergy pills and Advair 1 day out of 7.  In the last 27 years, I have done that NEVER.  So you know what they say, "a mother always knows best".

Sun Devil for Life

Since football season is over minus the bowl game, we couldn't be more happy about how the Sun Devil season ended (even though we wanted to go to the Rose Bowl).  Most importantly we kept the Territorial Cup in Phoenix and beat U of A.

Somehow Tommy and I are headed to the ASU football banquet tonight due to a connection at Bluemedia.  While I was overwhelmed with what I would wear, you wouldn't believe how much time Tommy spent picking out his outfit.  I am sure we will both be dressed to the best and supporting our Devils. 

Bleeding maroon and gold for life!

We Love Santa!!!

I can't wait to see these little girls in a few short weeks.  Minnesota in less than a month.  I can't believe it's been over a year since we were last there.  Don't you worry Santa's elf has already gotten Cade presents despite his feelings for Santa.