But, that doesn’t even come close to the Hell I went through on my trip to San Fran … True to form, I realized what I’d forgotten to pack when I was about 80 miles into the drive Friday night. I’m mostly settled from jet-setting across the country and, more recently, across the state. Please don’t think the stingray is cuddly, kids - lest we forget Steve Irwin’s untimely demise. *Not all animals featured are in fact, cuddly. Special shout-out to my many family members (I think 11?) and friends (hundreds?) who are educators. The commercials from Target are fantastic, especially when one of my cubemates insists on singing the Art Teacher song all day long. I enjoyed the deal at Bella’s Italian Café tonight - mangia!īack-to-School Commercials: Although my Facebook and Twitter feeds have been flooded with BTS messages, I’m still smiling. You can reserve through the site or on your own, but anything with a foolproof process that leads to fine dining is right up my alley. 2, Tampa Bay-ians can enjoy specially priced three (or more) course meals from area restaurants. And if you don’t understand this one, watch this.ĭine Tampa Bay’s Restaurant Week: Between Aug. What’s more precious than cuddly animals?* Cuddly animals TALKING AT YOU IN ALL CAPS! The captions are hysterical, although sometimes graphic. Just ask The Budget Babe!ĪNIMALS TALKING IN ALL CAPS!: A dear co-worker of mine shared this site with me recently, and I have fallen in love. Side note: Francesca’s Collections is deserving of its own WO post. This pretty little thing has graced my neck a few times recently, and I always receive compliments for its stunning design. This Necklace: I’m a fan of sparkly things, especially when they’re dripping in jewel tones and add drama to an otherwise basic outfit. In order to hold off my excitement and focus on all that needs to get done before then, I present this week’s distractions. In exactly one week, I’ll be packing for a trip to Chicago (my first). Her talent is undeniable … just as her beauty is. She just appeared at Outside Lands in San Fran and is currently traveling the U.S. Goulding is signed with Polydor Records and has been nominated for numerous awards during her short time on the music scene. The single was featured in British marketing in late 2010, and it’s no surprise that it was an instant hit. Her remake of “Your Song” gave me chills. I first heard Goulding’s unique voice when she performed on an episode of “Saturday Night Live” earlier this year. After winning a talent competition at university (how British do I sound?), she gained the confidence to perform onstage regularly. Learning from fellow musicians, she copied their styles and voices to perfect the craft. Just go with it.Įllie Goulding is a self-taught singer and guitarist from the U.K. And yes, one person counts as a band I love. To mark the end of an absolutely insane week, I just had to celebrate a songstress whom I’ve recently found. One can only hope …Ĭongrats on getting over that hump, all. I’m 99 percent sure that my excitement to see Touchdown Jesus will lead to me doing something stupid. Bets on how long until Chynna Phillips dances to “Hold On”?Īll Things Football (yes, again): My league’s draft is tonight, Bulls Country travels to South Bend this weekend and I couldn’t be happier. Plus, Chaz Bono makes his debut as a post-op transgendered man. Kardashian is adorable, Cavallari is a hot mess and Nancy Grace is always a guilty pleasure. Sweet!ĭWTS Cast: I’ve never seen “Dancing with the Stars,” but this newest cast just made its new No. The menu varies daily, but you can find classics (Scarlett’s Red Velvet) and newcomers (Kentucky Bourbon Pie) alike at a store near you. Gigi’s Cupcakes: Speaking of cuppycakes, I was recently caught drooling over the creations at Gigi’s. Plus, who doesn’t love a little cupcake inspiration? From snarky quotes to classic song lyrics, this shop’s options are divine. Uplifting Prints: I came across this store on etsy and instantly fell in love. The weekend’s itinerary is full, but it will be a welcome respite from Floriduh. I leave tomorrow for my first-ever trip to Chicago, and I couldn’t be more excited.