A Few of My Favorite Things: Stocking Stuffers

 I'm excited to be linking up with the lovely Ms. Elise for this week's These Are a Few of My Favorite Things: Stocking Stuffer Edition

 

 

 

 

 

1.  EOS Lip Balm:  Seriously the best lip balm I've ever used!

 

2.  Candy:  M&Ms are my favorite but I'm always excited to get any Christmas Candy.

 

3.  Kim Rodgers Gold Watch:  I love Kim Rodger's jewelry at Belks and this watch is no exception.

 

4.  Starbucks Gift Card:  Who doesn't love Starbucks?!

 

5.  Kay's Black Diamond Cross Ring:  I have become totally obsessed with cross jewelry this year.  This item tops my Christmas and is small enough to fit in a stocking :-)

 

6.  Micheal Kors Iphone Case: I'm a Michael Kors addict so I think this case is the perfect way to protect an Iphone!

 

7.  Tory Burch Gold Studs:  These earrings are the perfect find to wear with any outfit.  You can dress them up or down.

 

8.  NYX Natural Eye Shadow Palette:  I love these bronze colors for the fall and the shadow is amazing.

 

9.  Leg Warmers:  Over the past couple of years leg warmers have gotten increasingly popular and I completely understand why!  They are perfect to pair with riding boots for an extra layer of warmth.

 

Happy Holidays Lovelies!

 

 

XOXO Courtney

Weekend Shenanigans

This past weekend had to be the fastest weekend ever.  I feel like I just left work and poof I'm magically back!  Hands down this has been the coldest weekend we've seen this winter in NC.  It's gonna take me all day to thaw out from m morning commute.  But enough about mother nature giving us the cold shoulder (pun intended) here's a little about my weekend.

 

 

Saturday was a big day for me!  My mom and I went looking for wedding dresses for the first time.  Surprisingly this was much easier process than I was expecting.  After trying on 3 dresses I had a winner and I couldn't be more in love with it.  Check back this week for another edition of my Wedding Wednesday for my bridal dress survey! 

 

 

That night my friend Brittany and I headed to the Greensboro Coliseum for the Florida Georgia Line Concert!  We had a blast singing along to all their songs.  They put on quite a show!  I was also impressed with their opener Tyler Farr!  He was a good performer and a total cutie.

 

The usual pre-concert photo!

 

Sunday was a lazy day but I did brave the cold to take my Mamaw grocery shopping in preparation of turkey day.  At 83 she still hosts a big Thanksgiving dinner every year.  We stocked up on pumpkin pie materials, vegetables and of course a big turkey.

 

That night I caught up on my Tvo...Did you guys see Nashville this week?!  So cray!  I topped off the evening by watching some of the AMAs.  I thought Ariana Grande's performance was amazing.

 

 

Happy Monday,

 

XOXO Courtney

5 on Friday

 

 

Happy Friday Lovelies!

 

 

 

Once again I'm linking up with Christina for 5 on Friday!

 

 

 

I hope everyone has had a fabulous week.  Sorry things have been pretty silent on my front. With the holidays coming up things have been pretty hectic.  I am also in the Fantasy Football playoffs in my fiancé's league.  This leads us to my first thing!

 

{One}  I have been playing in my fiancés fantasy football league for 2 years now.  While I know it might not be the most productive thing to do I have an extreme love for anything competitive!  This year I have been working hard to make it to the playoffs because I would love nothing more than to beat my fiancé and his friends at their own game.  Since I'm officially in the playoffs I decided to write a little rap to show them I am a top competitor.  I will probably regret this one day! Enjoy!

 

 

{Two}  I am so excited that me and my friend Brittany are going to see Florida Georgia Line this weekend.  They are one of my favorite groups and I'm pumped to see them live again.

 

 

 

{Three}  My Christmas decorating is officially in full swing.  I have been hitting hobby lobby hard this week.  They have had 50% off of all Christmas related items and I have taken full advantage of this .  Here's a couple of items I've completed so far.

 

 

 

{Four}  My favorite thing about Netflix is that it allows me to discover new TV shows and binge watch the episodes!  If I want to watch a season in one day it's totally cool.  Recently I have gotten hooked on One Tree Hill.  I know I'm nearly a decade behind the game but I love it!  I just started season 3 only 5 more to go.

 

 

 

{Five}  Starbucks Peppermint Mochas are back and I am in heaven!  That is all I can say!

 

 

 

Happy Friday!

 

XOXO Courtney 



Weekend Shenanigans

 

Good Morning!  I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend and a fabulous start to yet another Monday.  I'm linking up with Sami again for another Weekend Shenanigans post.

 

 

 

My weekend in North Carolina was nice and relaxing.  While the weather wasn't the greatest Kev and I still manged to have a blast and relax after a long work week.  I even had time to do some Christmas crafting and that always makes for a great weekend in my book!

 

Friday night Kev and I headed to our local mall.  My main goal was to check out our new H&M store that opened the day before.  Overall I was impressed with the store but sadly I think everyone and their sister was there at the same time.  All the lines were crazy long but I was still excited to see it!

 

The mall had it's Christmas decor in full swing!

 

After grabing dinner at the food court we headed down to JcPennys

There I found the cutest jean button up for $20!  I couldn't pass up 50% off.  I have been in serch of the perfect jean blouse all fall.  I already have big plans for this number.

 

 

 On my way to the checkout some peplum tops also caught my eye.  I have been looking for a nice black one to go with some of my colored bottoms.  I was able to get this one for a steal at only $13.99.

 

 

On Saturday I could not resist the chance to rock my new shirt.

I paired it with these tribal print leggings I bought months ago and my read ankle boots.  I was feeling a little hippy like so I threw in my jeweled head band.  Honestly this is much different than my normal style but everyone loves a crazy outfit now and again!

 

Top: JcPennys

Leggings: Forever 21

Boots: Old Navy

 

Did you guys catch the awesome Starbucks deal this weekend?  Between 2-5 it was bogo on all holiday drinks.  Kev and I made our way over there and each got a pepermint mocha.  My fave! And I couldn't pass up the cute snowman cookie!  Cheers to my first red cup of the season!

 

 

Next it was off to Hobby Lobby for some craft supplies. 

This week at Hobby Lobby everything Christmas related was 50% off!  There was also a 40% off one item coupon on their website.

 

I have been wanting to make a wreath for Kevs door so I was able to snag all the supplies for $11.00 

Wreath:$5, Ribbon:$2.50, Peppermint Balls $1.00 each, Initial: $1.50

 

 

 

 



Here is my finished product

 

That night we had dinner at Olive Garden and I finally convinced Kev to watch the Hunger Games.  With the sequal coming out next week I knew he had to see it.  So glad Netflix had it!

 

 

Sunday I was still in the crafting mood so this time I made a trip to dollar tree.

 

There I scored this vase and flowers as well as two picture frames and holders.  I then found a couple of free Christmas printables on Pinterst and this was the finished creation.  This will be our mantel set up this year.

Happy Monday!

 

XOXO Courtney



5 on Friday

Once again I'm linking up with Carolina Charm for what has become my favorite pre-weekend ritual. 

So let's get this started!

Happy Friday Y'all!

 

 

 

1.  Wine and Design

This past Wednesday I got the chance to attend my first Wine and Design Class.  Wine and Design studios are popping up all over NC.  For our class we painted a snowy cabin scene.  I have never considered myself artistic but I was very pleased with how mine came out.  Luckily we had a great instructor.  I plan on doing a more in-depth post soon.  This class helped me knock my number 8 item off my 30 for 30 list!

 

 

 

2.  EOS Lip Balm

In the link-up last Friday I came across one blogger talking about how much she loved EOS lip balm.  I had always wanted to try it so when I read her review I decided it was time.  After work that day I stopped by the store and picked up the mint flavor and I am absolutely in love!  My lips have never been more smooth and there is no denying how cute the packaging is!

 

 

3.  Century 21 Clothing

When I was in NYC back in August a tour guide told me about the Century 21 clothing store.  Century 21 offers designer items at a discount price.  While I never had a chance to go in NYC, I have been frequenting their website www.c21stores.com/.   I am especially fond of their purse selection!  I love Nine West totes and mini bags and I was amazed that most of their offerings were around $30. 

 

 

4.H&M Grand Opening

I am so excited that H&M is finally opening a store in my local mall.  I have been anxiously awaiting the grand opening since I saw the banner for it a few months ago.  While sadly I was working yesterday when the location opened  I plan on dragging Kev over there for some shopping tonight.  I'm telling myself to practice self control but I feel a shopping spree coming on!

 

 

5. $19 Old Navy Ankle Boots

I just got an email this morning saying that on Saturday only all ankle boots at Old Navy will be only $19.  This is more than 50% off their regular price.  I bought a red suede pair from their last month and they are so comfortable.  I am actually wearing them at this very moment.  I'm flirting with the idea of snagging the black pair tomorrow but we shall see.

 

XOXO Courtney

 

 

Wisconsin Weekend

This past weekend I headed up to Green Bay, Wi with Kev and his parents.  Kev's dad grew up in the north western part of the state so Kev has always been a giant Green Bay Packer's fan.  He even has a super sized Brett Favre picture over our mantel.  Ever since I've know Kevin his dream has been to see the Packer's play in their home stadium. This also knocks  #9 off my 30 for 30 list.

It was quite the day of travel to get to Green Bay.  We started off by driving to the Charlotte airport.  From there we flew to Chicago and after a short layover made our way to Milwaukee.  There we picked up a rental car and drove the final 2 hours to Green Bay.



Here are some pics from our drive through Milwaukee.  Such a beautiful city! 
I would love to explore it more!

 

If you've never been, Green Bay is definitely a sports town.  Everything in it centers around the Packers!

Even the straws at McDonalds supported the Pack!

And all the cabs showed their Packer pride



On our first night we had dinner at Sidelines Grill.  A restaurant directly across from the stadium.  The food was good and it was neat to see so many Packer's fans.  It was here that I tried my first cheese curd.  They are amazing!

The next morning it was game day and the whole town was ready to go super early.  After a warm breakfast at Denny's we made the drive to the stadium and I faced the true cold of Wisconsin for the first time!  Burrrr!  If you are a southern native like myself it is unlike anything you've ever felt before!

 

Our seats were on the 3rd row!  I could almost touch Clay Matthews!

Me and the Packer's most memorable fan St. Vince.  I happened to be sitting right behind him!

 



Even though the Pack lost it was still a neat experience.  Kev had the time of his life and I was so happy to see him so excited.

The next morning it was time to head back to NC.  After seeing some snow we were on our way.  Wisconsin was a beautiful place!  Next time we might visit in the summer though :-)

 

GO PACK GO!

 



XOXO Courtney

5 on Friday

 

Happy Friday Y'all!

 

Once again I'm linking up with Christina at Carolina Charm for 5 on Friday!

So let's get this party started!

 

 

 

{ONE}  I'll be spending this weekend up in Green Bay, Wisconsin with Kev and his parents.  We'll be flying out early tomorrow morning and flying back Monday night.  When I tell people about my Wisconsin trip the first question I get is why are you going there?!....  Kev's dad was born and raised there and all his family members are die hard Green Bay Packers Fans.  This weekend  we will be sitting 3rd row at Lambeau Field to see the Packer's crush the Eagles.  This will also knock another thing off of my 30 for 30 list!  While I'm sure it will be much colder up there than what I used to here in NC I am excited for my first mid-west trip!

 

 

{TWO} So I know I'm about a day late on this topic but I'm still talking about the CMA's Wednesday night.  I really believe this was the best show yet! I could go on a rant all day about the performances but instead here's a rundown of my favorite CMA outfits. 

 

{THREE}  I'm so excited for the holidays this year.  I started adding to my Christmas Pinterest board the day after Halloween.  Here are a few of my favorite Christmas ideas so far:

 

 

 

{FOUR}  A few days ago I was perusing Amazon looking for a new book to read.  One of my favorite books to date is Mindy Kahling's Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me.  Based on my love for that book Amazon recommended My Boyfriend Wrote a Book About Me. A real life story about a girl whose ex boyfriend wrote a unflattering book about her.  She really showed him when she wrote her own book and it became a best seller! It should be arriving any day now and I am beyond excited to read it.  

 

 

{FIVE}  Last week my friend asked me if I had heard I Ariana Grande. I gave her a google and found this song of her featuring Mac Miller and I must say I am hooked!  So I'll leave you with this tune for Friday!

 

XOXO Courtney