Caution-This post is super long!
I tried out some new recipes that Sister recommended!
#quickskilletasparagus #ranchparmesanbreadedchicken #roastedfingerlingpotatoes #delish
I'm obsessed with my new tea mug I picked up from Starby's!
#tealover #sweethomealabama
I celebrated the big 3-1 with my favorite ladies in the Ham...Casey and Whitney, you were greatly missed!
#elbarrio #bestfriends
It was a much needed girls night out for us!
#bffs #cocktails #cheers
I'd like to think I'm like a fine wine and only get better with age! ;)
#youreonlyasoldasyoufeel #31
Beyond thankful for these ladies...thanks for celebrating my b'day with me!
#welovetocelebrate #grateful
A birthday is not complete without a sweet treat and a candle!
#thinkingofmywish
Caroline made us homemade "Olexa's" cupcakes and they were spot on deliciousness!
#makeawish
After dinner, we headed down to The Collins for a few after dinner cocktails!
#friendssincefirstgrade #peoplewatching #periodictable
So thankful for these ladies...we may not be in college anymore, but we sure celebrate like we are!
#myfaves
The parentals were in town watching the girls, so we celebrated with a yummy brunch at Brio!
#ohhowilovethem
The girls loved making shapes in the bread dough!
#pressandroll
I gave into my constant craving of Eggs Benedict!
#ateeverybite #amazeballs
After lunch, we made a Target run!
#shethinksshesabiggirl
My mom bought these super cute V-Day window stickers for my classroom!
#hootyhoot #thekidslovedthem
My mom always has the cutest gift bags!
#filledwithtreats #owlsalways
I love to dress in a theme! I wear this heart sweater every year around Valentine's Day!
#spreadthelove
The Nest does a birthday basket filled with treats for each person's birthday...I hit the jackpot with mine!
#rachelzoe #twizzlers #dreamcakes #theyknowmewell
The tall dr was out of town on my b'day and surprised me with these gorgeous tulips at work!
#sothoughtful #icried #tulipsaremyfave
The Crowes surprised me with this tank for part of my b'day!
#imobsessed #iworkoutforstarbys #cantwaittowearit
In addition to all my treats, they made me my favorite meal!
#flanksteakandedemame #lovemyfamily
Helping out with the bedtime routine is one of my favorite things to do!
#bedtimestory #DBhelpedmeread
I spent my actual birthday and the next day at the 2015 SHAA convention at the Wynfrey!
#SLPlife #gottagetthoseCEUs
When my brain maxed out on learning, I went to my go-to passer of time!
#alphabetizethestates #inevergetall50
A bag of Swedish Fish kept my stomach from going nuts during the long sessions!
#CAPD #theyremyfave
I was able to leave for lunch on my b'day and meet Jessica for lunch at Roly Poly! She surprised me with this super-cute sweet treat!
#ilovetoeatlunchout #suchatreat #thanksjess
On Friday the 13th, I wore yet another V-Day inspired sweater to my conference!
#fulloflove #thankyoutalbots
I've waited my whole adult life to go all out for someone for Valentine's Day...so, I didn't hold back a bit this year! I decided to attempt to make a "heart shaped" cake!
#imsupercheesy #stepone #chocolateishisfave
Next up, cut the round cake and make the "corners" of the heart!
#steptwo #hugecake
And finally, decorate with love! ;)
#vanillabuttercreamicing #heartsprinkles #heartsonaheart
This picture kept popping up on Pinterest and inspired me to make my own "post-it heart" for the tall dr!
#sofuntomake #helikedit #somanyreasonstochoosefrom
I couldn't resist making the tall dr a homemade valentine!
#imnotcrafty #itried #glitterandhearts
I picked the tall dr up from the airport on V-Day just in time for a nice dinner at home...I decided to dress in theme yet again for our low-key night!
#redlips #thanksTTforinspiringme
Britt found this shirt on Zulily and sent it to me...I almost pulled the trigger to buy for my girls!
#theycallmegigi
After what seemed like a lifetime, we finally pulled off a mini-reunion!
#ATLgirlscometoBham #FIVE
The severe weather didn't keep us from celebrating!
#wegotloud #laughedourarsesoff
No words could describe how I feel about these ladies!
#hootyhoot
We decided to have a "slumber party" at my house...Saturday morning, Casey brought sweet Frances over for some brunch!
#shesanangelbaby #hopewedidntscareher
I had an epic FaceTime call with my girls!
#shakeitoff #thissickbeat
Sister and I had a joint birthday celebration at Highlands with our fam!
#bestwineever #nopaperlabel
We all had a fabulous meal and overall amazing dining experience!
#frankstitt #welovehighlands
Our waiter, Patrick, surprised me with a special birthday plate!
#saltedchocolatecake #mouthwatering
The tall dr and I are anxiously awaiting the new season of House of Cards!
#welovefrank #netflix
