Has it really been 2 years?

Wow, it's been 2 years since I last posted.  How did this happen?  A few weeks ago, I was looking through old blog posts and decided it was time to start blogging again.  Here's a brief recap of the last 2 years (not in order)...

Top 20 of 2011 and 2012

1.  Surprise- Moved back to Houston from San Antonio

2. Missed- Mawmaw

February 12, 1924- March 3, 2012

3. Restaurant- Babbo, NYC

4. Event- Consumer Electronics Show, Las Vegas

5. Accomplishment- Passed the Texas State Insurance Exam

Oh my gosh, it was hard!

6.  Destination- New York City

Live with Kelly and Michael Show

7.  Cocktail- Skinny Girl 

8.  Photo- Trent (my nephew)

This pose was unplanned, a total accident.  

The photographer put Trent in the little chair and he struck a pose.  

So funny!  P.S.  It was Valentine's Day.

 9.  Sewing- Shower Curtain

My mom MADE this awesome (and extra big) shower curtain for my new house.  

I needed a custom shower curtain for the random, curved bathtub.

10.  Purchase- Dining Room Chairs

I worked crazy, hard (normal people don't do this) and earned a decent bonus.

11.  Furniture Refinish- Painted My Grandma's Old Dresser

Before

After
Using as a Buffet in the Dining Room

12. Party- Trent's 1st Birthday Party 

My Mom, Trent, and my sister (Jenn)

Jenn had a GREAT birthday buffet.  She makes her Hummus!
Yum, I wish I had some hummus right now.

The theme was "Sock Monkey."  So many cute details 

(Top Left) In lieu of gifts, Jenn asked the guests to bring diaper rash cream or eczema cream.
She made a donation to an orpahange in China.
(Top Right) Party Favors in my mom's childhoold Radio Flyer wagon.

13.  Product- MAC Serum

14.  Show- The Radio City Rockettes, NYC

15.  Introduction- Baby Claire

My sister had her second baby in June 2012.  We have GIRL!

"Let the shopping begin" is an understatement.

16.  Subscription- Birchbox

17.  Neighborhood- Audubon Place Historic District, Montrose

I am THAT person that must live in a certain area of town.  It took me 9 months to find my house (rental).  I lived in temporary house for 6 months while the majority of my things were in storage.  So worth it!

18.  Accessory- Michael Kors Rose Gold Watch

19.  Project- Decorating and Organizing My House

It took 3 months with my crazy travel and work schedule.

Before
After pictures coming soon

20.  Favorite Guy- My Nephew, Trent 

I really love him!  Can you tell?

Happy 2011 & the Top 20 of 2010

Happy 2011! I hope y'all had a great New Year's Eve. I had SO much fun last night... I was in bed and sleeping by 11:00 PM. I'm not joking about having fun and getting to bed early. Lately I've been beyond tired and exhausted! :) In keeping with tradition, I'm posting my "Top 20 in 2010" list. Hope your New Year's Day is off to a fantastic start.

Top 20 in 2009

Top 20 in 2007

Top 20 in 2010

1. Surprise- New Job

(and very little time for blogging)

2. Color- Pink

3. Product- Per-fekt Body Perfection Gel

The Body Perfection Gel is similar to a sunless tanner but doesn't look as fake as most sunless tanners AND it doesn't smell strange. I purchased it from Henri Bendel in NYC but was excited to learn Sephora sells it too.

4. Introduction- My nephew, Trent

5. Achievement- Continental Platinum Elite Status

6. Accessory- Marie Hayden Headband

7. Purchase- Car

Since I resigned from my job in February that included a company car, for the first time in my life I had purchase a car. Cars are overrated; I'd rather buy clothes. :)

8. Party Planning- Sister’s Baby Shower

9. Favorite Dresses of the Year-

10. Missed- Pawpaw

11. Steak- Ruth’s Chris is still the BEST

12. Hotel - Hilton

After being a loyal Marriott customer for the last 12 years, I switched to the Hilton. Switching brands is a big deal if you're a frequent traveler.

13. Favorite Photo- NYC

14. Exercise- Pilates

15. Event- Jarrett (Brother) & Kate’s Wedding

16. Shoes- Pink Tory Burch Revas

17. Technology- Apple

I purchased my first Mac Book. I'm still learning how to do everything on it (don't have a lot of time). However, it's a GREAT computer. I'm not a fan of the crazy-Mac-obessed-snobs... really nobody cares that much but if you're debating between a Mac and PC, go with the Mac.

18. TV- The Real Housewives

Orange County, NYC, DC, and Beverly Hills kept us entertained and wanting more.

19. Song- From the Inside Out by Hillsong United

20. Broadway- Wicked

Frozen Margarita Recipe

Last week my friend, Jana, sent me a text message asking for my Frozen Margarita Recipe! It's one of the few recipes I have memorized. Of course, 1 of the 3 recipes I know by heart is for a cocktail. I haven't made Margaritas in ages. Ever since I sent Jana the recipe, I've been dying for a good Frozen Margarita. You'd think living in San Antonio, I would get my fix. :)

I'm pretty sure I've posted this recipe before but here it is again... YUM!

Easy Frozen Margarita

You'll Need:

1 Can Frozen Lime Juice

Tequila

Triple Sec

Ice

Cute Garnishes

Pour can of Frozen Lime Juice, unthawed into the blender.

Use the Lime Juice Can to measure the remaining ingredients.

Pour Tequila into the Lime Juice Can, 1/2 full.

Add Tequila to the Blender.

Any Tequila Brand is okay, even the lesser priced versions.

I prefer the Gold Tequila verses the Silver.

Pour Triple Sec into the Lime Juice Can, 1/4 full.

Add Triple Sec to the blender.

Fill the blender with Ice and Mix.

Serve with Fresh Lime & a Cute Umbrella.