It takes me to my happy place.

Day 14: Ten things that make you really happy. 

We are almost halfway through the challenge... and I've only missed two days... that's something, right? It's just hard to remember to blog on the weekend.

But onto my happy place...

1. New nail polish. There is just something about the quiet moment of pampering yourself with something bright and pretty that I love and find so calming. #princessbehavior

2. Ice cream. It's like food for the soul.

3. Cats. Kittens. I'm a cat lady to the core. I only have one to speak of... not a house full. But he's plenty and I love him to pieces.

He could so give Grumpy Cat a run for her money, don't ya think?

4. Harper kisses. Which was more just like an open mouth to my cheek... but seriously, whether it was accidental or not... I adored that little moment.

5. The country {and country music}... maybe it's just home in general but there's something to be said peacefulness you find out there.

6. Knowing how lucky I am to have such amazing friends and family.

7. New shoes.

8. Exploring new places - whether it be a new town while on a trip somewhere or just parts of this city/state that I've never ventured to. It's exciting to find new places.

9. Being creative. Making headbands, learning photography, cooking a new recipe, doing a fun DIY with my Mom... anything that allows me to just create.

10. Starbucks.

What makes you happy??

Well, my loves, I'm off to torture myself tackle week 5 of Couch to 5k. This week is proving to be quite challenging... *sigh* but then I'm going to devour some tacos. I run to eat - not to get skinny. I've come to terms with this. Meh.

Happy Tuesday!

Happiness is...

making a dinner that was almost too delicious.

and healthy. That's a double win, kids!

getting to the gym. 

a productive day.

a sleepy, cuddly kitten.

Monday nights with The Bachelor.

a summer storm.

sweet friends.

freshly painted nails.

30 minute phone calls with my mom. 

the little things. 

not dreading waking up in the morning to go to work. 

truly enjoying your job.

leopard print.

Jack Daniels.

soy caramel mocha's from Starbucks.

Dad texting me that he misses and loves me. 

What's on your happy list? Leave me a comment with yours!

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Have a good Tuesday, sweet peas!

Sunday Social {In Depth}

We're gettin' deep, kids... And linking up with Neely for Sunday Social.

What is your ideal way to relax? Ideally - I'd go to the beach, not take my phone, and just be there. Have a little digital detox. Realistically - I catch up on my DVR, cook, or read {well, I used to read...before I got too busy *sigh*}.

Where is your favorite place to be? The beach or just on the water somewhere. Y'all... it's been far too long since I've chilled on the beach and I'm dying to get my toes in the sand right now. This cold and snow that Ohio has been consumed with this winter is k.i.l.l.i.n.g. me.

Who do you consider your biggest role model? My parents. I've met a lot of people in my life, a lot of influential people. But my parents are two of the most amazing. They are hard working, down to Earth, supportive and love unconditionally. They have taught me so much and have always pushed me to be the best version of myself. If I can be half the people they are when I grow up, I'll be happy. ;)

How funny is this picture?! Gotta love the 90s. I couldn't not post this little gem. You are welcome. ;)

What does your life look like in 3 years? Good I hope... I don't know, I always have a hard time with the "Where do you see yourself in 5 years?" questions... I could see myself a thousand places. Want a million different things... but the reality of it, it'll change. Drastically, I'm sure. So in 3 years, I want to be happy. Spoiling the hell outta Harper, teaching her life lessons. {Always paint your nails, you'll never meet a leopard print you don't like, cowboy boots look cute with everything - ya know, the important things ;) #bestauntever} Enjoying life, my friends, my family and everything that goes with that. Vague? Perhaps... but I'd rather that than to be sorely disappointed. 

If you could go back and change one decision, what would it be? I wouldn't. Sure things have happened in my life that would have changed the entire course of my life... but then I wouldn't be where I am. And I like where I am. I have been blessed with some of the most amazing people in my life - fantastic experiences - and it's hard to want to have changed one thing knowing that all that I have now would be different. 

What is your biggest accomplishment in life thus far?? Growing up, learning lessons, realizing that not everything will always be the way that I want it - but it'll still be okay in the end. Being comfortable in my own skin. Figuring out what's worth the fight and what's not... I think all of those things are monumental accomplishments, honestly.

Happy Sunday, kittens! I'm off to work for entire day of boudoir mini sessions!!!