Friday - got Nothing!

Yes this is what my office looks like... Yes I make ignorant signs to keep people from meddling

After I was out of work for a week, I have been doing lots of catch up at work this week. 

Luckily a great portion of my caseload was covered while I was gone. 

I did discover a whole box of files that I didn't expect though so the most of my days will be spent organizing and filing. 

Oh how I wish I could hire my own intern. 

I just need a bored teenager to come and hole punch and collate. 

Either who, I for once have nothing planned for the weekend. 

I am sure we may go see a movie, but we may not do anything this weekend. 

It's a go with the flow kinda weekend.

I thought about how I really didn't have much to blog about this week - I guess its the calm before the storm because I swear we always have something going on. 

This morning I was entertained by my husband who loves to put on dramatic presentations - literally I live with a drama king.

Oh wait, I just remembered my parents will be here this weekend - that will be something. 

They will be home every weekend this month and its mommy's birthday during Memorial Day Weekend - so in a few short days there will be much to celebrate. 

Sorry this was literally a random stream of thought - its all I got on this here Friday.

Oh you best believe, I will be sneaking away to get a Powerball ticket! Good luck!

Honestly, I think my brain is fried from the Scandal Season Finale!
Anyone else?

Hope you enjoy your weekend. 

It's Time for a Makeover

My husband and I have been in our new home for a year now.

We were all gung ho in the beginning and knocked out a lot of the painting of our main living spaces but now its time to finish at least one room.

I think that it should be our bedroom first.

I have been pinning lately a few things that I would like to do -

I dont have a great picture of how our bedroom looks currently, but I will do my best to kind of give you a visual.

This is our bedroom: back when we first moved and decided to paint it.

This picture here represents what it looks like when the sun hits the room.

Source: decorology.blogspot.com via ~Jasmine on Pinterest

We have dark furniture in our bedroom, that honestly needs to be touched up with some love - I really want to replace the bed, but that is not happening any time soon, so I keep toying with the idea of recovering the headboard and baseboard.

I have been toying with painting a darker colored accent wall behind our bed -

I'm thinking of something like this:

Source: houseofroseblog.com via ~Jasmine on Pinterest

Then we have a sitting area to the left side of our bed that I have been trying to find the right thing to put there and not making it look too crowded - I have been thinking of something similar to this day bed look in this bedroom:



Source: bhg.com via ~Jasmine on Pinterest

And we definitely need accessories, new bedding for the cooler months, something to go above our bed, curtains and we want to repaint our master bathroom...

Just to kind of give it a complete look.



Source: tollbrothers.com via ~Jasmine on Pinterest

Guess I really need to get started.

Its one of those projects that if I mention it to the husband he will lose all motivation and we won't get started for 3 months. I think I am just going to have to take the bull by the horns and just start stockpiling some things to go in our room - especially during Memorial Day (SALES!)

Have you been decorating and refreshing your house lately?

Movies, Music, Migraines and Make up Monday

Well Hello.... 

I know you are wondering what in the world?! I have not been here in a week - and I have a good explanation. I totally wanted to recap my weekend last Monday but could not and you will see why. 

But first - 

Let me remind you, from this post what my weekend plans were. 

Now, here's how it went down:

We went out to dinner last Friday for a good friends Birthday. 

Its always a great time to get together with the crew - it definitely means there will be plenty laughs and I absolutely love nights where my husband can hang with his friends and I can hang with mines at the same time. 

It was my first time eating at District Chop House. I can only give it a "Fair" - my steak was super fatty and I do believe there are better steakhouses in the District, but thats just my opinion. The cornbread and Onion Rings were great though. So perhaps this may be just a great place for appetizers while near downtown. 

Of course we had to document the moment - Notice Mrs. Johnson on the right - definitely out the house already after just having a baby and looking quite amazing! You go girl!. 

The Wives

The Husbands (and a few friends) - the Birthday Boy is the one in the middle holding up the 3-0. LOL

(this also reminds me - I NEED to get my cameras back out of storage - these are horrible iPhone photos)

Are we the only ones that say our "Good-Bye's" as we get up from the dinner table, as we gather in the restaurant and then gather again outside for like another 30 minutes outside until someone decides to leave thus breaking up the pack. We can never leave any where quickly. 

This of course was AFTER they decided to break out in random song on the sidewalk. 

We (the wives) just stand around and laugh at how funny it can be at times - its the life of a musician wife. It really comes with the territory - they will entertain people.. anywhere!

Saturday it was ALL about Iron Man 3. 

This little guy knew what time it was. Luckily for him this outfit doesn't come in my husbands size because he totally wished that he would've worn an outfit like that to the movie as well. He was super excited. Of course, Iron Man 3 did not disappoint - so I am glad that we got the chance to see it. 

Sunday morning, I was up at 4 a.m. to head out to New York for the Make Up Show. 

A quick little road trip with my fellow make up artists - we had snacks and blankets for the ride up. 

Of course I was expecting to sleep the whole way - Unfortunately, no such thing happened. We were up talking and laughing and snacking the WHOLE way.

We got to New York just about 8:45am - just in time to park the car and be near the front of the line for when the doors opened to the show. 

The goal for us attending the Make Up Show was to learn a few techniques - 

See whats the new trend for the season - 

Meet and Network with some Celebrity Make Up Artists like Sam Fine, pictured below - he is the Master Make Up Artist for Women of Color. 

And of course - to shop til' we drop with HUGE discounts!

They were definitely ready to go - all that with no real breakfast was not a good idea. 

So here is where I have been all week since returning from New York!

In the spirit of keeping it real, I have literally been in my bed suffering from severe migraines. 

I had to go to the Doctor twice and was on two really strong narcotics just to still have to get through not having pain. 

It didn't go away immediately. I got meds on Monday- you take one, it puts you to sleep, you are shocked out of your nap because the pain is back exactly at the 4 hour mark for you to take another pill that puts you back to sleep. 

I couldn't go to work at all this past week, I couldn't drive, couldn't stand without being in instant pain and becoming dizzy... It was simply horrible.

By Thursday, my husband convinced me to get out of the house and go with him to a concert.

I thought I was managing the pain pretty good and took a pill before I left and it wasn't making me as comatose as it used to - so we headed out.

The Concert was the McDonald's Gospel Tour - 

It was an amazing concert, but I definitely could not fully function so we had to leave before it was over. But at least I tried. 

By Sunday, I was back! Pain and Medication Free!

Hope you had a Wonderful Week!

It's Friday and I got Plans!

After this lull of just doing little things here and there - FINALLY!

Thank God It's Friday!

I have never been so ready to see a single day in my life!

It's Friday- the kick off to my entire weekend!

After slaving away loafing at my desk all week, finally I get some reprieve.

And in case you don't know - I work 9 hour days so I can have off every other Monday and work from home the other Mondays.

This Tuesday - Friday work week is not something I am ever willing to give up.

 

And unfortunately, due to the Congress taking advantage of the fact that by them not setting a budget and how it doesn't affect their pay - they don't realize for the rest of us it does. Therefore, they are taking their sweet precious time getting back to budget talks.

 

My husband felt the effects of it when he was returning home from Miami last week and was delayed an hour, all because of furloughed Tower workers.

 

How does the furlough effect me?

It's giving me more Fridays off.

Each month, on the second Friday of the month I will be furloughed- great to be off / pissed to not be getting paid. And this will last until September. Luckily for me my Grade increase comes in October so its like making up for what I lost over the summer with my new income and bonus for excellent achievement at work.

 

So, in the month of May - I will be Furloughed Friday the 10th, then Friday the 17th & Friday the 24th our building will be closed. Can we say 3 day work weeks for the next three weeks! God is smiling on me and my sanity!

 

So how shall we kick off this particular Friday?

Starts tonight with a Birthday dinner for a good friend in Chinatown D.C. at

 

 

Can we say YUM!!!!

 

Then of course Saturday Mornings are Pamper Me Days for my husband and I: so haircuts, manis & pedis are on deck.

But Saturday Afternoon, its all about THIS:

 

If want to know one thing about me and Amos: we see MOST movies on opening weekend as long as its not a scary movie (just not interested) but we literally could go to the movies all day!

It has always been our thing!

So I am VERY excited about that.

 

Then on Sunday: Strap me down from all the excitement!

I am headed to NYC BAY-BEE for:

THIS is like the Make Up Artists' Candyland my friends.

I am SO excited. This will be my first professional show.

Mind you, I have been a freelancing product junkie for a while now, but this-

this show is where I get all my pro cards and discounts all upfront. I am going to be in LOVE.

I have been saving for this show!

 

Seriously look at the prices on these quality brushes- I can't even wait to see the techniques and make up! My husband is going to have to get me a new vanity because it seriously is not all going to fit!

 

Also while in New York, I will get to see my sister and my Mom and Dad will be in town also- so we will ride the train home together. I haven't seen them in a while, so this will definitely be a well-rounded trip!

 

Can't wait until the weekend gets started!

See you Monday where I hope I can recap all of the fun things.

 

Sneezin's Greetings!

Source: Uploaded by user via Susan on Pinterest

It's the first day of May and I swear that always comes with a Pollen induced illness of sorts. 

Combine that with this being literally the first spring I have had to spend in our new home with the flowers and what not blooming around us. 

That's right, our homeownership anniversary is coming up in a few days - I will be taking a look back at what rooms look like now compared to when we moved in and what I still have left on my list of things to do. 

My husband lately has become obsessed with our grass - like really obsessed. 

That man will seed and seed and cut and water that grass every other night. He is literally checking the grass through the security cameras to see if its growing. I tell him how proud I am of him taking pride in our new lawn but, I just don't get it. 

I have downed my Claritin and hope to feel better so that I can get to spring cleaning. I am trying to get a few areas clear so that I can continue to buy things that I would rather have there. For instance, the pile of clothes on my side of the room have to go because I would rather a chaise or something be there.

Either who, I hope that this Claritin kicks in soon - and I hope you are having a much better May Day. 

Monday's Musings: Sugar, Spice & Everything Nice

This weekend was a pretty relaxing one - thank goodness. 

And although we had to go several places this weekend, I was happy that it was one where it was sunny and perfect weather. 

Can I just first start with the cutest pic I've ever seen on my Instagram timeline. 

She is so cute she doesn't even seem real - and that cup is as big as she is. 

Saturday Mornings while Amos gets his hair cut at the Barber Shop, I get my nails done next door. It helps us both get a little pamper moment because we get a little moment of pamper me fun. 

This week I went with this bright shade of purple. 

I was so caught up talking with my friend who happened to be there that I forgot to capture the name of this color and even the brand. OOPS

But I am LOVE, LOVE, Loving this bright color

Later that afternoon we ventured out to Leesburg, Virginia to Dry Mill Winery because my husband plays in this band with an Indie Artist, Kenny Kohlhass and he was the the afternoon's entertainment. 

People were enjoying tastings and bottles of wine with cheese and meats while the kids enjoyed cookies, brownies and soccer. It was definitely a family affair. 

And my little God daughter, Kobie turned 2. 

Never seen a happier girl to get a car?!

I am sure she is more excited that its a Minnie Mouse one - she LOVES herself some Minnie Mouse. 

And although my allergies were getting the best of me - didn't stop me from doing something with this hair and putting on make up with a smile. 

Any other day I'd be in pig tail plaits and moisturizer.

Sunday is my one day or so that I get to dress up a tad. 

Hope you had a wonderful weekend. 

Welcome Friday

 

Well Hello There -

I feel like since I am helping to celebrate Nicole Pharr's Blogiversary, I have gained a bunch of new people that have never been here before - so I would like to introduce myself and welcome all the new readers. So please, don't be a stranger and say hey from time to time.

 

What do I Blog about here?

Simply put - My Life.

I don't have a particular subject or niche, I write it about it all.. after all this is my life, therefore my blog. There could be so many things that happen from day to day or week to week over here.

 

See over there under my picture - it kind of gives you the run down on just SOME of the things that I am into and may write about. For a little bit more information about me, click the ABOUT tab (and all the other tabs for that matter)

 

Just some quick fun facts!

I am a Baltimore Ravens fan!

I am a die-hard fan and not a bandwagon fan because they won the Super Bowl last year. I am a Baltimore girl although I am now residing in the DC Metro area (The DMV as we call it - DC, MD and VA) and I have been a fan since the Cleveland Browns came to Baltimore and were named The Ravens.

 

 

But don't get it twisted - I am not a sore loser or an aggressive fan. I am just a lover of Football and that's my team.

 

I talk about this guy here a lot - his name is Amos. Don't worry he doesn't bite - unless...

well... that's not for here but he is my husband. We are still newlyweds in my book. Been married now 2 years and about 9 months. We are building our lives together creating our own rules as we go along. 

 

I am a Freelance Make Up Artist and I love what I do - I truly love to paint faces and try new products. When I get the chance, I share tips and a few looks on this here Blog:

One thing I am trying to work on is how to capture on camera a false lash tutorial. Usually I take all my pics but it helps to put your lashes on with both hands ...

 

I have a part-time pet named Arista. We call her part-time because she is my sisters Dog who lives in NYC but from time to time she may spend time with my parents in Texas and she lived with my husband and I here for about 18 months.

 

And yes she has her own IG page thanks to my sister.

 

Well, click through the Archives or popular posts-- put your feet up and relax a while.

 

Thanks for stopping by.

I hope you enjoyed yourselves - refreshments are in the back.