Day for Mothers

Today was a relaxed day for the most part. Im now doing some more relaxing watching THE VOW, which is a goooood movie. If you havent seen it, watch it. I read the book too which was also amazing. (and I am the type of person that likes to read the book before watching the movie in most cases)

My mama and I last year at Busch Gardens!

This morning and afternoon, I sat at the kitchen with my mom while we drank coffee, I gave her a really sweet card and her favorite candy bar (Hersheys with Almonds). I did a mini spa day with her, I did her toes and repainted them and also waxed her eyebrows. We always like to do those things for each other.

For an early dinner, we all headed to Cracker Barrel to treat Mom to dinner. My Aunt Dale and my cousin Holden came, and my Grandpa Fred that is visiting from Texas and also my moms roomate came, then me, jermie and my brother. we havent ate there in a long time so we were all hungry for some old fashioned cooking.

Their service was fast and friendly! My review for this place is 5 stars! hahaha

I ordered Homestyle chicken. I think I ate 4 homemade biscuits...theyre so good! I couldnt finish all my food though...preolly because of the biscuits!

My MOM, Aunt Dale, Holden, Shirah, grandpa fred, jeffrey and then hubby and I was taking the picture. I love their rocking chairs!

Jermie and I bought some old candy sticks from the Cracker Barrell General Store. I got my favorite flavor-ROOT BEER!

The "Mother's" hahaha

Im glad I got to spend this mothers day with my mom. Last year she was in Korea for Mothers day.

I really look up to my mother. She is the strongest, most independent, caring woman I know and is also one of my best friends. We sometimes bump heads alot because we have strong personalities but we are so alike, its scary. No matter what, we might not always agree on the same things but we always support each other and want to the best for each other. I love you mom!

I hope you all had a great mothers day and was able to see your mom, or spend time with your kids or whatever your family situation is! I hope you were able to make some fantastic memories! Happy Mother's Day!

Route 66

With all the commotion about my surgery and hospital visits going on, we didnt get a chance to enjoy all the pictures and memories that Jermie had to share when he got back from Arizona from visiting his family.

He flew into Vegas and then stayed out near Kingman, Arizona, which is best known as "The Heart of Route 66". And I thought of the movie "Cars" when Jermie told me this. hahahaha

from the movie "Cars" hahaha

Jermie hasnt seen his family in a while so he was loving the 2 weeks he spent there. Family cookouts, BBQ's, softball games and just relaxing good times. They went to a bike rally out in Laughlin, a city not too far away Kingman.

Here is some amazing airbrush art on this motorcycle

The detail just blows my mind. I wish I could airbrush this good. I guess I need to start practicing more!

Jermie, his sister in law Eioleen and his brother Josh

They all made their way to the Grand Canyon too! Which I am soooo jealous because I want to see that for myself.

Someone snapped this photo of him and I just love it for some reason..the time on the photo is wrong hahaha way wrong

I just wanted to share his lil trip to Arizona to the lil town of Kingman. Jermie may be going back out there to spend more time with his family and also to attend automotive school. Ive contemplated going out there as well while he attends school, but I think that would be a huge culture shock for me hahahaha I would like to go visit though and see this lil historical piece of America. Especially to see some beauitful sunsets like this below.

Ive actually lived in Arizona, well stationed in Ft. Huachuca for 6 months during training but that is hours away from this place. I do remember the weather to be nice during the winters and really hot in the summers. I even got my first tattoo in Arizona. hahahaha

Thanks for coming along with Jermie on his lil vacation to Arizona. Hopefully we will go visit again later this year. Hope you have a marvelous Route 66 day!

Rainy Wednesday

Its the 5th day after my surgery. Im moving around pretty good, I dont need as much help walking, using the restroom, or getting in and out of the car or up and down the stairs. Of course, still on pain medications as prescribed. Hubby had the day off today and it was pouring all day, but we didnt let that get in our way of going out.

I got ready today and decided to do a silver smokey eye with two cat eye tips on my eyes. I cant always catch a good close up pic with my camera but I managed to get a couple pics.

I used my 120 color BH Pallette using just 3 colors to blend. For the eyeliner, I used E.L.F. eyeliner in Black and for my lower lash line I used my NYX eyeliner in Black.

Jermie and I grabbed a late lunch at Playa El Azteca because we were craving Mexican food and I got my usual Chicken Taco Salad which is my FAV!

Weve been looking for an apartment now for a few weeks somewhere close to Jermie's work and mine too. We found a few today that we liked, but were looking for the right one with the right amount of space and within our budget. Im positive we will find one.

I got some exercise today...doing none other than retail therapy....or more like retail window shopping. We walked around the mall, tried out some gadgets in Brookstone, played with the Nook Color ( and dropped major hintage to jermie that I wanted it hahahah ). We grabbed some Starbucks and did some "people watching" in the mall, which is what Jermie and I love to do.

I found this cool vintage looking popcorn maker which I thought was awesome! Jermie is a huge POPCORN eater so I think I will scoop this up for him. What do you think? (In case youre wondering, I spied this at JCPenny)

We stopped into Yankee Candle to smell the candles, and we ended up getting a few votives for our bedroom. I have been on the hunt for a candle that smells like coffee or something sweet and I found this one called "creme brulee" oh its smells heavenly.

That was our day today, as its now midnight, so it WAS our day. Hope you enjoyed coming along with us on our rainy day adventure. See ya again soon!

Approaching Mother's Day

Mother's Day is approaching fast!  If youre not quite sure what to get your mother for Mother's Day or for your wife who is the mother of your children (for all those guys reading this hahahaha) here are a few things I have picked out that I know I would like and other mothers I think would enjoy. Of course, you know what your significant other  likes...whether they are into art, beauty, fashion, geekery or traveling, cooking or being a full time mom.

The NOOK TABLET $200-$250

I snapped this pic at Barnes and Noble the other day

I have been eyeballin one of these babies for while- I love to read books and magazines and surf on the internet reading blogs or watching Netflix. And of course- I wouldnt be a woman if I didnt want accessories for it

Nook Case and Skin Art $32 here

I am in love with the Mystic Topaz. I want this as my wedding ring or as a set with a ring, earrings and a necklace. I love all the colors it reflects. You dont always have to get diamonds for the woman in your life- at least not for me. I love all gems and stones in any color or style. This is a good idea if you have a jewelry lover in your life.

Of course, you can always get flowers as well. Or other type of arrangements such as fruit or junk food! hahahaha

Chocolate Covered Strawberries from Edible Arrangements

Candy Bouquet for the junk food junkies!

For those mom's that love to bake or cook up amazing treats in the kitchen- there is the option of having custom artwork put onto a mixer. I have blogged about this artist before-but she def deserves another spot on here! I would love to get this for my mother or even myself! Check it out below

There are so many to choose from on her website HERE, check her out!

You could always get giftcards too for anyplace for your mother or wife to go shopping at. Target, Kohls, online. You could plan a trip somewhere such as a bed and breakfast spot or go up to a park or a beach for a picnic or a walk..or 4 wheeling in mud. hahahaha

Heres a cool outfit I picked for myself through POLYVORE, any of these items listed a mother would love to get!

London Love by sweetsurrenderart featuring a NARS Cosmetics lip gloss

AX Paris sequin tank
£13 - axparis.co.uk

Destroyed skinny jeans
$47 - delias.com

Michael Antonio wedge booties
$40 - endless.com

Hoolala diamond heart necklace
£28 - allthingsoriginal.com

Friis Company plastic ring
€15 - shopfriiscompany.com

Black earrings
$9.99 - modcloth.com

Uniqlo trilby hat
£20 - uniqlo.com

NARS Cosmetics lip gloss
£19 - liberty.co.uk

Aubin Wills nail polish
£12 - aubinandwills.com

So that is my wishlist/list of ideas for myself or for anyone else in your family or circle of friends. Of Course, Mother's Day is not all about gifts, it is celebrating your mother for all the hard work and dedication and love she has given to you, or if your a mother yourself, celebrating your experiences with your children. Its a day for all mothers to feel special. I hope you all do feel special for Mothers day!

From one mother to another, HAPPY MOTHER"S DAY coming soon!