Movie night in

Having a young kid means that I am just now getting around to watching Oscar nominated movies. We did manage to see American Hustle, but that was the only one. I wanted to see The Wolf of Wall Street in the theaters but with its 3 hour length, traveling to and from the theater, maybe getting a meal, that's like 6 hours of babysitting we would need to find! Not happening. The best thing about watching these movies at home is that you get to control your snacks. ;)

Since you have to have popcorn my new favorite is anything by Popcorn, Indiana. The ingredient list for the Movie Theater flavor is: popcorn, non-GMO canola oil, organic clarified butter, salt. That's it! And if you've read recent studies on the fat content (and not to mention chemicals in that "butter") of movie theater popcorn, you know how we are in need of better options. And because in my house we like ice cream (me) and sorbet (Jon) we turn to Ciao Bella. Cutest packaging, best flavors (blood orange, we love!) and good quality ingredients! Who cares we are seeing movie months late when we have the best munchies?

Weekend Scenes

The backyard is full of ladybugs. And weeds.

A rainy day soup and salad at Lettuce. 

Pete is wicked spoiled. 

A pin from The Games. What did everyone think of the movie?

I have found the best (blue undertones) red, Fishnet Stockings. 

You cannot help but feel like a woman wearing this color.

(Picture does not do it justice)

Lately

I am obsessed with my Native Union Pop phone that plugs into my cell phone. I got this for Christmas but haven't really remembered to plug it in or get the hang of it until recently. I sort of hate talking on the phone and this has made it so much more enjoyable. Also, reducing cell phone radiation is uber important. They come in a ton of fun colors, too.

{a pile of happiness}

I am really working on staying happy and positive. Work can be such a bummer and let down that I am trying so hard to not let it dip into any of my precious non-work hours. The change in seasons, even if we are expected another solid week of rain, has helped. Any tips on how to leave work stress at the door? I'm all ears. 

{My mom and dad on their wedding day}

I have been helping my parents with some little details for their 40th wedding anniversary party they are having this summer. Makes me so happy I am done planning my wedding. Even though it's just a party, there are still conversations of envelopes, talks of save the dates, DJs, booze, etc. I wasn't happy it was in the past until just now.

{May the odds be ever in your favor}

Girls night at the movies on Friday. I cannot wait!

Bachelorette

I cannot wait for this movie to come out! I hope it's as funny as Bridesmaids. (Look, Rebel is in this one too!) I remember watching Bridesmaids and I was so bummed out they didn't make it to Vegas because I thought that was a missed opportunity. I also hope Kirsten channels her upbeat comedic ways as she did in Bring It On.

Lizzy Caplan was so good in True Blood.

Cutie cast mates. 

Seems like a random group of girls, but I hope it turns out an awesome movie.