Neglect

I have been completely neglecting posting updates on my life...

Here is why:

I've been super busy at work (which I'm not complaining about because it makes the day go by SO much quicker). This is our "Lending Library". It contains videos, dvds, books, magazines all about Alzheimer's and different types of dementia, you name it, we have it. Well, I have taken it under my wing to completely gut and reorganize. For those of you who know me, you know that I get very, VERY excited when it comes to organizing therefore, this project has taken over my 9-5 life. I'm giving you the before picture so that you will be able to fully appreciate the after picture. Some day, I'm going to make organizing my living.

As for outside of my nine to fiver, I've been "socially relaxing" and it's been amazing. I definitely caught up on much needed sleep this weekend and can't wait for the upcoming weekend. Friday I'm headed to a Maryland basketball game with my Dad. I'll try my hardest to get some pictures to post. Until then... :o)

A night in the City

Friday the 13th, my friends and I got all dressed up to see Segway, Alix's boyfriend's band, play in a show called "Phobia" which featured 13 different bands and DJs. It was held at the Belvedere downtown on the 12th and 13th floor and was absolutely an amazing time. Unfortunately, my pictures focus more on my my friends and I then the talent of the bands but, I think my friends are fun to look at too!

A picture of the 12th floor ballroom while Segway plays. Enjoy this shot for all it's worth considering that it's the only good one I got of the stage.

Alix and Eric, the man of the hour.

We had to start the night off with champagne... it's tradition.

Lex and I taking a break from dancing for a photo op.

The girls. Alix, Me, Becca, Alyssa and Claire.

These two lovies make my life happy.

Me and Lyssers. Love her.

A night is never complete without Towson Diner at 4 am.

And this was just the start of the weekend. Saturday night I got to snuggle with the best Valentine ever (See below) and then Sunday funday was Mother-Daughter day. And since we had off on Monday, I caught up on my rest.

P.S. I have to apologize for not taking any pictures of the cutest Valentine. I'm not sure where my head was. Please visit Carly's blog to see the little.

It must be said...

...that I have the cutest, squishiest, most lovable and kissable, Valentine that I've ever had in my life...

Ms. Liberty Rose. I know. Squish her face if you want. I love her too!

AO Reunion Round 3

Every year around this time. the Alpha Omicron's, more loved as the AO's, of Zeta Tau Alpha, from Towson U, get together for a reunion to remind ourselves just exactly how obsessed with one another we really are. The first two years we met in New Jersey at Melissa's house and took a limo into Philadelphia. This year we decided to change it up and stayed at McJ's BEAUTIFUL townhouse in Federal Hill and took a "party bus" into D.C., where we went all over the place. Literally, pretty much every corner of D.C.

From left to right, my loved AO's: Hannah, Ashley, Justine, Kelly, Stephanie, Anna, Melissa, Willies, Genna, Meredith, McJ and Me.

Me, Meredith and Justine getting ready for the bus to come get us.

Anna and I taking a self-portrait. She wanted to make sure to get a single picture with each AO.

Our super fun party bus.

Me and Kel proving a point that girls with long hair frequently get straws stuck in them. It was quite entertaining for the 45 minute ride to D.C.

Hahahaha. Me and Nanners playing "Myspace Pic" in the bathroom at Fuddruckers before the bus came and found everyone.

Dancing at Chloe!

The next morning sitting on one of TWO rooftop decks at McJ's house. It was such a nice day, so we sat out there and had coffee and water to recap the events of the night before. After this, we decided on brunch. Delicious.

LOVE YOU AO'S!!!

I love Ray Lewis

So the Superbowl was this past Sunday and the ONLY highlight of the entire game (boo hoo I'm still upset about my Ravens) ... was the commercial below. Please bask in the dancing Ray Lewis (the one with the hat on). Love it!



Please note that it may be a little blurry because it was shown in 3D. Or just put on some 3D glasses and it will look normal. Enjoy!

25 Things about Jill Renee

The newest craze to hit the facebook scene is to post 25 random facts about yourself. So, out of the spirit of boredom, I've decided to give it a try.


1. I love my humongous family. Every single one of them.
2. Spanky Ray (the family pooch) is the love of my life. And even though my mom thinks that he loves her most, every time he looks at me, I know I'm his favorite.
3. I have a secret crush on peeling clementines. I have no idea why, but it brings me much happiness.
4. Organizing is my guilty pleasure. Anything, rooms, closets, desks, piles of paper... seriously.
5. My friends make my world go 'round. I can't go a single day without speaking to them.
6. I've recently taught myself to cook and I think that I'm pretty darn good at it.
7. Reading makes me crazy. I'd be perfectly happy if all books were picture books with tiny little captions to explain what they are.
8. I was born to be a mother, and until that day comes I like to steal my friends and family's children.
9. My sister is my very best friend. We call each other Winsy because I couldn't say Lindsey when I was little. And I hope that never stops.
10. Playing the game Sorry reminds me of my next door neighbor and I always loose.
11. I started this blog to keep me entertained at work when it's slow, but now I'm addicted to sharing my blessed life with anyone willing to read about it.
12. I'm still in deep depression that the Ravens were one step away from the Superbowl.
13. Addiction: Reality TV.
14. I cry everytime I see someone getting married (even on TV)
15. My freshman year of college was the most amazing year and I would go back and re-live every moment of it. (I do love my life all the time, though)
16. I'm still hoping that N'sync gets back together so that I can scream like a little girl at one of their concerts.
17. Someday I'm going to have a dog of my own and his name will be Howie.
18. I never realized this, but I have at least one inside joke with each and every friend that I have.
19. When my Dad gets really excited or happy about something, he makes the most pure and happy face. It's engraved into my memory and I'll never forgot it.
20. Every day, I talk to my mother on the phone at least twice. And I hope that never changes.
21. Some of my future "to-do's" include: Learn to sew own clothes, become a photographer and find Mr. Perfect.
22. I HATE mean people and pray for them to get better outlooks on life. It's not worth being miserable all the time when life is so precious and enjoyable.
23. Outdoor festivals such as Towsontown Festival and Great Grapes are the best things ever invented (Please note the picture above, courtesy of Towsontown).
24. I've always wanted to live somewhere like Hawaii or England, just for six months but would never do it because I would miss my family too much.
25. If wine weren't alcoholic, I would drink it every day.

The Original Girls Night

Me, Katie Mo, Gert, Dunny and Alyssa since the start of our friendship meet once a month to do a "Girls Night Out". Well, ever since we all grew up aka started school again, got engaged, blah blah blah... we've all been really busy and haven't been able to find a night when all 5 of us can get together. Fortunately, Katie hosted us on Saturday night and we decided to stay in since we haven't seen each other all together in such a long time.

This is a picture of one of the many games we played that night. It's called "Things". An example would be, "Things you would never name a childrens book". One person reads everyones response and you have to guess who's is whos. It reminds me of some other game from the past, but I still can't think of the name of it. Anyway, we played a lot of rounds hence the pile of mess you see here.

Here is Gert super excited about her answers. Dunny snuck in too!

Me and Dunny, very happy to see each other.

This is a quick shot of the second game we played. It was called Partini . Another game that provided hours of endless entertainment. I would try to explain it to you, but that would take a long time.

Finally, a shot of all of us. No matter what we are doing or where we are, we always have an amazing time.

LOVE my girls <3>