Saturday, March 5, 2011

Decade 3.

Hello friends!
 It's been awhile since we've talked. I apologize for my absence. It's been a combination of things. 
For one, my camera was out of commission for awhile. The flash wasn't functioning properly, so I had to send it to the Canon repair center. 
Also, I've been very busy with school these days. Seems like the only free time I have I spend it eating and/or doing homework.  
But not last weekend. Last weekend, I got to spend it doing fun things like getting a pedicure, eating cake, and opening presents. And to top it off, I got to spend it with sweet family and friends. 
Last weekend I waved goodbye to my teenage years, and with an eager smile I embraced my twenties. 
I am so looking forward to what this decade might bring.
Here is a visual recounting of my weekend:
Thursday night (my actual birthday) I came home to a decorated house, sneaky friends, homemade cards, and cinnabon cupcakes (thanks hilarious roomie from post #1). What a way to kick off the celebration!
How cute is that table??    



Hilarious Roomie from Post #1 also gave me a charming little coffee mug :)

 Saturday morning we woke up and made heart shaped pancakes for breakfast.
 They were delightful! 
After breakfast, we headed out for pedicures.
I know, talk about a girly weekend!
I was eating it up.
We all chose bright, vibrant colors in honor of the recent warm weather :)

After pedicures, I really wanted to soak up the sun and test out my new lens (a birthday gift from my parents!). Soo, we decided to trek downtown and see what kind of mischief we could get into.
More like what kind of props we could find for the best friend photoshoot that has become one of my favorite things to do.


Don't I have pretty friends??










 Outside of a chic little jazz lounge, I spotted this AWESOME couch, and immediately ordered my subjects to have a seat, take a load off, rest their feet..
Not that I didn't love their colorful spring outfits, but I found myself wishing they were wearing sleek black dresses and chunky necklaces. 
This girl just can't not smile. :)

I can't wait to re-visit this location for another shoot.

Ok. Moving on. 
Phase 3..or is it 4? Who knows.
The Food. That's the important part.
After meandering around downtown, we headed over to my brother and sister's for a delicious low country boil.




 Gosh, doesn't that look yummy??

The guests included but were not limited to:

                                      Adeline.                                               Out of town friends: Sashi & Ivy!

                     My sweet Momma & future Sister!                                And of course: Best Friends

 Mommy & Daddy :)
 My Mom made me TWO cakes. Two cakes! And you thought my weekend peaked at the shrimp...

The first was a key lime pound cake. My Mom's first ever attempt at pound cake. How she has lived in the South her whole life and never made a pound cake I'm not sure, but regardless it was a huge success! The second was a coconut cake. And it was unbelievable. My favorite for sure. I had a piece of each just so I could properly assess her baking abilities :)
Hilarious Roomie from post # 1 took this succession of photos.
 Wishing...

Yep, I'm full of hot air. (As my Granddad says..every birthday)

So, what'd ya think? Was it worth the wait?
I sure hope it was.
I promise to never leave you again for that length of time.
I've missed y'all!

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Anticipation.


Just a little taste of what's to come
Once I finish my last midterm
And resolve these technical difficulties!
Until next time...

Monday, February 28, 2011

To my faithful blog readers,

I apologize for my absence. My camera was out of commission for awhile, hence the lack of photos.

However, it is now fixed and got a lot of action this weekend!

I attempted to post last night, but encountered some technical difficulties. :(

So please be patient with me...I am still very new to the blog world!

Love,
C.

Monday, February 14, 2011

A Heart Full of Promise.



My sweet Mom mailed me this painting for Valentine's Day. Isn't it lovely? (No pun intended)


And when I arrived to work today, I was welcomed by two dozen gorgeous roses from my Daddy.
They absolutely made my day.

                             
Whether you're happily married, freshly single, engaged, divorced, looking for love, or looking to avoid love, take advantage of this day. Embrace it. Love those around you- your coworkers, your family, your friends, the cashier at Publix, and the stranger who cut you off on the highway.
Love because you have experienced a love that far surpasses anything we can ever give.
You never know the difference that it might make.
And who knows, maybe you'll get a yummy cupcake or cookie in return. :)
Happy Valentine's Day y'all!

Sunday, February 6, 2011

Bring On The Heat.

I love the winter. I really do. 

I love the cozy layers, hot coffee, fuzzy mittens, gooey s’mores…


You know what I love more? 

The Summer.

Sundresses, sweet tea, metallic sandals, cool ice cream, gingham tablecloths, cook-outs, coral nail polish…Stop me when you get bored...fireflies..

Ok, seriously. I love the summer. 
And one of my favorite aspects of summer is the blooming flowers.




                                             Siesta Key, Fl                                                Key West, Fl

My Mom's homegrown sunflowers!

Tallahassee, Fl 

Key West, Fl

We might not have changing leaves in Autumn, but one thing Florida does have is beautiful foliage in the Summertime. 


Mom's azaleas. 

Crystal River, Fl

Crystal River, Fl

Tallahassee, Fl


Tallahassee, Fl

From the Panhandle to the Southernmost tip, the Sunshine State never disappoints this young girl eager to capture the beauty of a colorful petal. 
All of these images were taken in Summer 2010. Enjoy!

PS Is anyone else craving the sun's warmth???