Haircut!

So let me start off by saying I am not a short hair kind of girl. The couple of times I have gotten a short haircut were a complete disaster and I cried for days (ridic I know). This time I found Laura on the internet by searching for DevaCurl trained hairstylists. If you are a curly girl you understand the importance of finding someone who knows how to cut CURLY hair because it is indeed not at all the same.

So up until today I have been sporting the same look give or take 2 inches since 8th grade. I am a junior in COLLEGE now. It was time for a change.

Anyways, I've been loathing the upkeep of having long hair and with summer right around the corner I thought it'd be the perfect time to try a new style. Plus my confidence was boosted by Laura's training. So at 11 hundred hours I took the plunge and told her I wanted it off.

Oh and side note: Beau loves long hair and would've liked if I kept growing what I had out. So before I leave he jokingly says "Hope it doesn't make you look ugly". Thanks babe, thanks.

Here's before and after:

Sorry for the sketchy mirror phone pictures.

So when I left I felt brave and powerful and was on a high from the big change. Now I kinda miss my long locks. I think I'm just having a case of the grass is always greener.

What do yall think of my new do?

But I never even learned how to Dougie!

Breaking news! "M-Bone" of Teach me how to dougie fame was killed in a drive by shooting.



How will humanity go on?!

In other news, I started orientation for my new job today and tomorrow I am getting a serious haircut. I'm thinking this:

I'll share before and after pictures tomorrow!

And Beau and I are having a midnight date to see Pirates 4 on Thursday night! So excited! I love me some Johnny! Who doesn't though?!

Here's the awesome trailer!


Also, my future little brother in law graduates high school this Friday! They grow up so fast! Go Eagles!

Current Obsession: Judith March

My new obsession I stumbled upon is Judith March. She has the most precious dresses! There are even a few that are gameday colors for football season! I'm in love with her feminine and whimsical designs. To make matters worse since I'm trying to save better there are two stores zero miles from my casa that sell her line. TWO! ZERO MILES! Oh these temptations are hard to resist. My visa may get a little lovin this month! Here's a few of my favorites:

Absolute favorite! How could you be gloomy in this?!

Some gameday goodies!

These were the faves that existed after THREE rounds of cuts. There was that much I loved! Hopefully some of these babies will find their way into my closet very very soon!

Last jab at Royal Wedding and new recipe box!

A friend recently posted this cartoon and I thought it was hilarious!

Also, my new recipe box from etsy came in today! So cute!

Dual Survival...sort of.

I'm back! Beau and I's camping trip was great, everything we needed. There were a few downs (rain!), but overall the trip was great. Friday we drove along the parkway to Crabtree Falls where we were staying and set up camp.

We saw turkeys! SIX times!

On Saturday, we spent the day at Mt. Mitchell. The fog was pretty heavy that morning when we climbed Mt. Mitchell the first time so we came back after lunch. We ate at Mt. Mitchell's very own restaurant, "the highest restaurant on the east coast". It had the most amazing views! And the food was delicious! Beau and I couldn't decide who's was better!

After Lunch we re-hiked Mt. Mitchell, which isn't really a hike, more like a ten minute walk up a steep pathway. Then we decided to hike to Mt. Craig, a real hike. Mt. Craig is only about 40 feet shorter than Mt. Mitchell! The hike was labeled strenuous, so we got a great workout and the payoff was so rewarding!

That peak is where we are going!

And we are here!

Beau and I can't wait for our next trip. We want to camp at Mt. Mitchell next time. Since its so high up it'll be perfect for summer camping!

Pink & Green Thursday: Great Outdoors

In light of Beau and I's camping trip this weekend I thought I'd share some beautiful pictures of the Blue Ridge Mountains. I'm linking up with Trish over at Pink Preppy Lilly Lover again this week for the blog hop. Head over and join and explore!

We are going to stay at Crabtree Meadows, which is home to Crabtree Falls. Its nothing gigantic, but its a nice hike and a beautiful waterfall.

Hope yall have a wonderful weekend! Go out and do something exciting!
Pictures to come :)

Recipe Wednesday: Broccoli Swiss Chicken and Parmesan Basil Rice

On tonight's menu was broccoli and swiss stuffed chicken (see the trend!) with parmesan basil rice, broccoli and yeast rolls. I borrowed the chicken recipe from the fabulous girls over at Heads in the Books, Still Time to Cook. Check them out!

For the chicken:

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 egg
2 tsp of water
1/4 cup of breadcrumbs
1 frozen steamable bag of broccoli (or 2 cups fresh), cooked
4 Tbsp (2 slices) swiss cheese
Salt and pepper to taste.

For the rice:

2 Tbsp butter
1/2 cup uncooked rice
1/2 chicken broth
1/4 cup parmesan
1/8 cup fresh basil
salt and pepper to taste

serves 2

So start by preheating your oven to 350. A quick little trick I used to get the swiss and broccoli further in the chicken was to cut a shallow canal down the middle of the breasts. Then just add the chicken and cooked broccoli to the chicken. Roll and secure with toothpicks.

Next, mix egg, water and salt in a small bowl. Dredge the chicken through the egg mix and then through the bread crumbs. Bake in the oven for 30 minutes

For the rice melt butter in a skillet. Brown rice in butter until lightly browned.

Next add the chicken broth and basil. Simmer on low, covered for 15-20 minutes. Add the parmesan and salt and pepper.

Voila! Fairly easy meal in less than an hour. I served with rolls and broccoli.

Let me know how yall's turns out!
Also on another note, how do yall like the new background?! I also added some additions to the sidebar. This summer I'm going to read and reread some classics that "everyone should read before they die". So let me know if you've read whatever I'm reading and if you liked it. Also feel free to suggest books for my list!