Amen, Betty White. There are times, especially working in a restaurant, that I want to loudly proclaim this to people (many of those times are to myself!). Instead of getting caught up in gossip, judging or giving your opinion on someone else's choices, or comparing yourself to others, its best to remember to just mind your own business! Be how you want to be, and let others do the same. 

Makes life much more simple, and happy : )

A Fall Walk

This week I went to see Pitch Perfect in theaters with a group of girlfriends (top notch flick by the way). I had some time to kill before I met up with them, so I took a walk around town to check out the changing leaves. Then I ended up on the dock for a while watching the sunset. 

I love fall!

49ers Game

Last weekend Owen and I made last minute plans to go to a 49ers game in San Francisco. The game was at 1 o'clock, so we woke up super early so we could get some tailgating in (mimosas and roast beef sandwiches, yum). His cousins had flown in from New York that weekend, and we were lucky enough to meet up with them before and after the game. Good to see some family : )

Now, for all of you that know me well, you know there is nothing I love more than watching sports (HEH! Can't even type that with a straight face!) But ever since my West Virginia Mountaineer days, I do love being at a good football game. The energy of the crowd! The snacks! The cheerleaders sweet moves! The 105 degree weather! Oh wait, that part wasn't fun. It was so dang hot. I almost doused myself with a bottle of water, but then thought that might look a little eccentric. Not that Owen's flat brimmed hat didn't, which I stole halfway through the game for survival reasons.

Overall, a great footballin' time.

Down Time

I had some much needed down time the past couple days after a crazy couple weeks at work. I loveee my "me" time. There were some glorious naps, I baked apple crisp, went for a bike ride, caught up on my favorite blogs with a cup of tea, bought a pumpkin spice candle that I can't seem to stop burning, and cleaned up my messy messy room. Just what I need to feel rejuvenated and ready for the week!

P.S. I really need to invest in a hammock. How comfy does this chick look?

Fam & Friends

I've been missing my family and my besties from home the past couple weeks. Its been a long time since I've had a good get together with any of them! Its the longest I've been away and I am ready for a good ole' reunion time.

(pic of me and my bud Amanda when she came to visit this summer, great day!)

Have A Great Day!

Underwater pictures are really the most attractive, don't you think?

Be The Heroine

This is something I have always had to make myself do. Its always easier to blame circumstances, other people, bad situations, etc. for your stresses or problems. 

But in the end, most of the time, its the decisions you make that get you to where you are. From now on, less complaining for me, and more good decisions and actions towards my goals.

Advice from a Tree

The End of Summer

Is anyone else having a hard time believing its September? Summer flew by! 

Even though I'm not in school anymore, September/ all of autumn still puts me in the mood for new changes and new challenges. Ready to set some new goals!

Quote of the Day

"If your ship doesn't come in, swim out to it." 

Jonathan Winters

Music on the Beach

Friday nights in King's Beach there is a free concert on the beach we try to get to as much as possible. Gotta love a Friday night off, sitting in the sand and enjoying some music during the sunset.

Truth

Brewery Adventure

Owen and I checked out the new local brewery in Tahoe City. Great hefeweizen for five bucks, and we can't resist anywhere you can sit outside and people watch.

Things That Make Me Smile

Just a little collection of things I found on the internet today that made me smile : )

Perfect for hanging next to your bedroom mirror for a little self confidence pick-me-up.

Beach time!

SO cute!

Girl time.

Ryan Gosling. Enough said.

A good reminder to stay interesting.

I love finding new favorite blogs! Even if they are in another language. Check out http://www.seamsforadesire.com/

The most adorable note by a little one that reminds you to still say I love you even when you're mad!

And I have recently discovered Matt Kearney's music, makes me smile every time I play a song! (Try "Undeniable" and "Ships in the Night")

Happy Saturday : )

I'm Back!

Hello friends! It has been a very long time since the last time I posted, and I'd like to blame it on summer. Once the sunshine started to heat up Tahoe, I have been going like a crazy woman trying to fit as much into my days as I can. And sadly, my poor little blog was pushed to the side.

But no more! I am back!

Here is a little recap of the last month - 

About a month ago was the closing day of Squaw Valley. Every year they host a pond skimming event, where skiers who signed up dress up in a crazy costume and try to make it all the way across a pond on their skis without crashing. And if that doesn't seem hard enough, everyone who is watching is throwing snowballs at them. The winner made it down the mountain and across the pond on skis while dressed as a chef holding an actual grill cooking burgers on it. Impressive, no?

We had a huge group of friends barbecuing in the sun watching it after one last day of skiing.

Since then, the weather warmed up and beach time began. Since I live one minute from the lake, I have been going before work, after work and on pretty much every day off. Love it!

Volleyball has begun again, and although I lost every bit of skill I gained last year, I'm hoping they can make a dramatic comeback by July.

I did a four hour hike up and around Squaw with two girls and one crazy mama who forged through snowy terrain with a thirty pound pack on her (and was less sore the next day than I was might I add). It was worth it for the amazing views at the top and great girl talk.

One of us may have passed out on the way back from too much apple juice, singing the ABC's and chillin' with his lion friend Judah.

We had one rainy evening finally, so I sat outside and enjoyed it with a glass of wine.

Softball games were watched (I hear #49 is the best player)

We also have become expert grillers.

We also got to roadtrip to Vegas, where I was the maid of honor in my beautiful friend's wedding. Such a great time, beautiful ceremony, and fun with friends.

Also, whoever came up with the idea of a pina colada cup with a spray bottle built in should win some sort of "Greatness" prize. Just sayin.

(and no I am not naked in the last photo, it just appears that way)

Anddd lastly our pool opened. This is where I am heading to right now and am finally going to start the Hunger Games. Yes, I know I am two years late with that.

Hope everyone else is enjoying their summer!