Weekend Update

I went to Paris about 5 years ago with my parents and absolutely loved it. The food was amazing, the museums and architecture are amazing. The shopping was unbelievable! When I found out about the Paris Street Market in Littleton I needed to go. Last Saturday, Ben and I hit it up and it was great! They have everything there-antiques, furniture, clothes, accessories, art work, and of course food!

The Market. It's rows and rows of vendors....And about a million people!

I love this old bike

I think KiKi needs her very own princess bed...

Love it!

Not the most flattering picture ever, but i'll blame it on the heat!
We got an apple strudel to share.

That night I met up with my friend Dez, and her daughter Eden. My favorite cake lady, Melody from Sweet and Saucy Cakes was going to be on TLC. I love her. Her cakes are absolutely amazing! Plus, she has a red Kitchenaid mixer just like mine! I think we'd be friends if we met in real life. Anyways, I don't have cable set up at my new place yet, so Dez was nice enough to record it for me.

Me and Eden at Rock Bottom

In honor of our cake watching evening, we picked up some cupcakes. Delicious! Thanks Dez for recording my show and letting me come over! You're the best!

The next day, we headed up to Windsor to help move my sister and brother-in-law. They moved back home from California, and I couldn't be happier!! This is the view on the way up there. Welcome home, guys!

Things to do, Places to check out

Moving to a new neighborhood is both exciting and frustrating. I don't really know where anything is yet, so I’ve done a little research on places I want to check out. Here’s my list….

*Romancing the Bean. Looks like a cute little coffee shop
*Serendipi-TEA Shoppe. I think my mom got me hooked on cute little tea houses
*Hot Pots. It’s a pottery place where you can paint pre-made pottery. We had dinner with one of Ben’s co-workers and his wife, and she made an awesome flower vase there
*Café de France. Breakfast and France, 2 of my favorite things
*Kate’s wine bar. A European style wine bar with appetizers and wines
*Farmer’s Market. Farmer’s markets are so fun to me. There are so many random things thrown together in a parking lot!
*Hudson Gardens. I think it’s similar to the Botanic Gardens….They have bands come in and play and during August they have a chocolate garden
*A Paris Street market. I LOVE everything about Paris. There’s really only 1 date left that I can go check it out, September 4th. So if you’re interested in going with me, let me know!!
*Blue Moo’d Lounge. They have nights for poker, karaoke, and jazz.
*Parks and Reservoirs. There are several of both located all around Littleton

That’s my list for now. I’ll keep ya posted on the good finds!

Football, Presents, and a Girl's Night

Football training camp has officially begun. And, by now, you should know how much I love football. Love it!! When I was younger, I would record college games and watch them over and over again. It would really annoy my sister. Saturday Ben and I were out shopping around and stopped in Dick’s Sporting Goods. Right inside the front doors was a table lined with helmets. So of course I had to try one on!

I am ready for some football!!!!

I am all moved and settled in to the new house. Ben and I decided to buy ourselves a couple of housewarming presents. I’ve had my eye on this cute vase for a long time. I figured the new place could use a new vase!

I’ve wanted a chiminea for several years now. Both my mom and grandma have one and it’s so nice to sit out on the patio and enjoy a little fire. Our patio isn’t big enough for a real chiminea, BUT, we did find a mini one! It holds a candle perfectly. I think a glass of wine and a book will be great compliments.

Last week, my friend, and bridesmaid, Dez invited me to go to a girl’s night Rockies game. Her friends Heather and Lisa were there as well. The Rockies lost, but we had a great time! Thanks for the fun night out, Dez!

Wednesday's Words of Wisdom

Don't be concerned with what you can't do. Work on what you can do- then count your blessings.

~Alan Robinson

Busy, Busy!

Life has been super busy these last few weeks. I haven’t even had time to blog-stalk my favorite blogs!!
Here are the happening of the last few weeks...

My friend Tara and I got to meet the band Needtobreathe. They were doing a concert in town and we literally ran into them on the stairs! They are super nice guys and said they’re coming back in the fall. So, be sure to go check them out!

Me and Tara with the lead singer

Me with the guitar player

I love David Crowder. He's so out there and funny, but so awesome! He was also in town for a concert. Ben and I double dated with my parents. It was a great evening! He has funny stories, talks with a bit of a Texas accent, and plays great music.

I had my first wedding dress alterations fitting! It was so much fun. My mom and I went to this little shop in Arvada. They had wedding dresses everywhere! They have a little chocolate bar with an assortment of chocolates and wedding magazines/photo albums for you to look through while you wait. I must confess, I love putting on my dress!!! I feel so pretty and elegant. I can’t wait until it’s all done!

This past Friday was Ben’s birthday. Happy 28, babes! We took an afternoon golf trip with Paul, Jeff, and our friend Mike. I hadn’t golfed in about 2 years, but I only whiffed twice! YAY!

That night we had a bbq at his house with his closest friends. It was a fun night with good food, great friends, and a lot of laughs.

Saturday, I moved into the new place! Thanks to a lot of help from friends, we did it all in one load and about 3 hours. I'm so excited to have a new home!

We painted our bedroom walls. This looks more green than what it is in real life. It's more of a grey/green color.

Wednesday's Words of Wisdom

A man can fail many times, but he isn't a failure until he begins to blame somebody else.
~Steve Prefontaine

Our First Gift!

Yesterday we got our very first wedding present!!! It was such a surprise and so exciting!!! Our friend, Chris, got us this awesome panini maker. Which is kinda funny because it was literally the last item we added to our registry after my sister suggested it. I can’t wait to use it! So, if you have any great panini recipes, feel free to pass them on!

And, thank you SO MUCH Chris!