a much needed night out!

Weirdly Perfect

Today was weirdly perfect...
Especially for being the day before a hurricane and everyone in a panic to get out for provisions.
(for some that could be milk, bread, and batteries, and for others than may entail booze -- just sayin')

But getting back to my weirdly perfect day...

I got to sleep in late; such a treat and rarity!
I got my nails done and am madly in love with the color -- OPI black cherry chutney just so ya know.
I FINALLY made it to the gym after WEEKS (maybe even months) without stepping a toe in there.
I stopped by Angela's shop for the first time since Goddess Group went on summer break -- and I scored some A-Mazing Oya oil made with love and all things powerful, witchy, and Goddessy.
(Tomorrow I will be conjuring up some magic...)
I got mega kisses, hugs, and *I missed you Mommy* from Skylar when I got home from my two hour jaunt to the nail salon and gym.
I had some killer pizza, watched UFC, and had cheap wine with Brian!

Does this count as a date?
In our world, definitely yes!
*heh*

As I said... weirdly perfect!

Here are some photos of my neck of the woods batting down the hatches for Miss Irene.
I pray she spares us her total wrath...

The sky about midday when the rain began...



Skylar's backyard kingdom fastened down and ready to ride out the storm!

Wonder if Dunkin' will be open tomorrow... I am guessing yes! Rhode Islander's without their coffee is far worse than a storm!

Sand bags everywhere!


Local fire departments prepare...


My gym -- ready to weather the storm but determined to stay open!
Did ya know that Planet Fitness is offering their shower and locker room facilities to anyone displaced or in need during Hurrican Irene? Even non-members!

Angela's shop!
How awesome is this???
Stay safe blogdom!
♥cyn♥

HoLLa: Weight Loss Update & Other Non-Related Tidbits!

So back to the grind this week…
Well, I tried at least. Per usual; I did great on the diet aspect and had an EPIC FAIL where the gym is concerned. Sadly I have to report that I only made it to the gym twice last week. Yeah, I suppose twice is better than none, or once even. But ugh – I have higher expectations of myself and hate to disappoint the boss!
And the scale reflected as I gained a lb.

:pout:

Although this whole PMS/overdue period thing (no I am not preggo either – just wicked late which happens on occasion for me) is NOT helping. I feel worn down, bloated, and just unmotivated.
I love ya Mother Nature but cut a girl some slack PLEASE!

I will do better this week. I am working ALL weekend (open- close both Saturday and Sunday) but come Monday I am killing it!
‘Nuff said…

Moving on to Non-HoLLa stuff…

Skylar and I made and mailed out the invites for her 2nd Birthday Bash today! She was SO excited to help and came with when we mailed them – I wanted her to be part of the *experience*!

I cannot believe she is going to be two…
But I also have a hard time thinking what life was like without her?
But she is SO super psyched for her Cinderella Birthday Party! She was chattering away talking the lady’s ear off at the bakery today when we were ordering her cake (a Cinderella cupcake cake of course).
So stinkin’ cute!

Mailing the invites and ordering the cake was the last of the major duties (other than buying and prepping the food) that we needed to do for her soirree. Oh and praying that her gift from Target.com gets her on time!!!

Oh and look what Miss Thing got today…

This ADORABLE area rug I found at Wally World for a mere $30! Can you tell she is Princess crazy?

Me too… but shhhh!

Oh yeah -- I’m a Weiner!

I won this AMAZING Simply Organic shampoo and conditioner from a GiVeAwAy on Chubby Cheeks Blog. Thanks Kim!
Please check out her blog – she has great GiVeAwAyS and links tons of HOPS!
I love this line of products already. And I was super stoked to see a little surprise gift of lip balm! Everything is organic and smells wonderful!!!
I am loving the shampoo and have to get used to the conditioner because I am a conditioner HOG – I use TONS to get this mop tamed! I am trying to wean myself of this addiction…

DaTe NiGhT!

Yeah an impromptu dinner out – okay so it was just a little jaunt to our local Chinese Buffet – but even just an hour out alone counts as a *date* in my book!

Although I was super miffed at the lack of vegetarian choices. It was utter carnage and clogged artery heaven. Brian ♥’d it – lol! I ate vegetarian sushi (avocado & cucumber) because even the spinach on the buffet was drowning in oyster sauce.
BOO!
Thankfully this buffet has a killer made-to-order sushi bar!

Besides… it was really all about the company!

Lastly…
Once again, even though I really don’t drink much (especially the hard stuff) I HAD to post this cocktail for obvious reasons…
Who Knew???
(I might have to try one of these soon just outta respect!)

The Purple Goddess

You’ll Need:
DeKuyper Island Blue Pucker Schnapps
Vodka
Raspberry Schnapps
Lemon Lime Soda

In a martini shaker fill halfway with ice.
Pour 3 Ounces of Island Blue Pucker,
1.5 Ounces of Raspberry Schnapps,
3 Ounces of Vodka,
Top with lemon lime soda
Shake, strain into martini glasses and enjoy!

CheeRS!
♥cyn♥

DaTe NiGhT: Kabobs & Piercings!

Last night Brian and I celebrated the 3rd Anniversary of our 1st Date.

**Wow – we have done A LOT of livin’ in three years – but that is a whole other post for another time!**

Our night out was just what we needed as we were overdue for *date night* and in dire need of some FUN!

It was my job to plan the festitivities and I did good!

First we had dinner at Kabob and Curry for some AMAZING Indian cuisine. This was our first time there (and if we weren’t so busy scarfing down our food I would have more pics other than our beer and the sauces) and it was oh-my-goodness DELICIOUS! They even had a pretty extensive vegan menu (mad props for that as it makes it SO easy to order food). Although I did indulge in some paneer cheese which was ridiculously tasty!

After dinner we sauntered over to Rockstar Body Piercing so Brian could get his nipples repierced and I could have my tragus (part of the ear) pierced.

It may seem silly to some (or most) but it was a bonding experience for us. We both have been wanting the piercings done for some time and last night seemed like the perfect time!

I LOVE my new piercing -- nothing too over-the-top and I think it looks great!

*Warning – actual photos of piercing ahead – nothing graphic but if you are offended by such and/or picture of Brian’s chest – please stop here!*

I have to make a serious SHOUT OUT to Jeff and the staff at Rockstar Body Piercing for their impeccible standard of sterilization, their utmost professionalism and the studio itself -- which is gorgeous. By far the best piercing experience either of us has EVER had -- and we collectively have MANY. Muchos Gracias!

Awesome!

All in all a memorable evening that completely personifies Brian and I! We may not have a traditional relationship but I wouldn’t want it any other way.
I love you Brian and I love OUR life!

♥cyn♥

DaTe NiGhT...

YaY for DaTe NiGhT!

Now keep in mind... date night for us is being able to leave the house ALONE for a couple of hours. It's not about a fancy-schmancy dinner or something extravagant -- it's about quality time spent just Brian and I!



As you can see -- Skylar is quite attached to us -- hence why date night is a BIG deal for us ALL!

My sexy hunny -- purrrrr!


Obligatory *self-portrait* -- we are cute though huh? *heh*


SUSHI!!!!

A great night with the best company in the world!

Sushi and my hunny -- what more could I ask for???
♥cyn♥