Thirsty Thursday: Tie Me To The Bedpost

With my favorite holiday quickly approaching - why not try a martini you both could enjoy and could grab your man's attention!

Don't let the name fool you - this martini is delicious and might make an appearance at my wedding (with a different name ofcourse.)

Tie Me To The Bedpost: 
1/2 oz Malibu Rum
1/2 oz Midori Melon Liqueur
1/2 oz Sweet and Sour Mix
1/2 oz Lemon Vodka

Enjoy & Drink Responsibly!

Wedding: Asking The Bridesmaids

This past October I asked five of my best friends to be in my wedding this upcoming August. 

Coming up with how I wanted to do it - was probably the hardest part.  

Originally I wanted to send each girl a spool of lace with the words: Will you be my bridesmaid on the opposite side. While it would have been cute and unsuspecting, my girlfriends are tons of fun and I wanted something cute and fun like them. 

I decided to send each girl a copy of the DVD Bridesmaids (you can get them relatively inexpensive on Amazon) and created my own card (above.) Each girl got the DVD and card wrapped in a bow sent directly to their house. 

I think the best part of sending to their house was their reactions - even though I couldn't see them I could tell by their voices how excited they were which means the world to me. I wouldn't want anyone else to be in my wedding but them. I am so lucky to have such great friends. 

Now onto the fun part - planning.

Hump Day!

Hope everyone is having a fabulous week!

Current Obsession: Mint

Last summer, I slightly became extremely obsessed with pops of color including mint but this year it seems everyone else has come on board with their love for mint too giving us many more options on what to wear in mint.  

Recently while picking out bridesmaid dresses for my girls, I really wanted to play with the color mint but Andy vetoed the option - regardless I'm still obsessed.  Here are a few of my favorite mint items  - I am really considering the Steve Madden Clutch with the pop of Gold. Perfect for any spring/summer outfit. I already have worn mint nails once  this year so far. I'm sure that won't be the only time.  


Tippi Sweater/ Triangle Necklace/ Steve Madden Clutch/ 
Mint Candy Apple / Coach Nala Pump / Kate Spade Bow Earrings / 
BareMinerals Eye Shadow in Siren/ Else Skinny Jeans 

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Valentine's Day Treats: Raspberry Pocket Pies

I've never made pocket pies before, but while shopping at Target this weekend, I couldn't resist but pick up a pie press for $5.

Here is my step by step on making my first ever pocket pies.  I am pretty impressed with the results and these are amazing to take on the go - or share with someone you love.

What you will need:
One package pre made pie crusts pre rolled
1 Small Can Raspberry Pie Filling
1 Small container of fresh Raspberries
1 Egg
1/4 cup of Sugar

Relaxing Weekend

The past weekend was nothing but perfect. Minus a slight hangover Saturday from a night out with friends on Friday - I loved doing nothing but relaxing at home with Andy & Lincoln.

The only things I really wanted to accomplish this weekend was to order some wedding invitation samples - which I did Saturday night along with finalize what scriptures and music we wanted at the church on our wedding day. (Our church wanted it 6 months in advance.)

I can't believe we have less than 7 months to go!

Other then that, I baked, I watched a bunch of movies, and enjoyed staying warm underneath the covers.

Hope you all had a fantastic weekend!