Half Marathon...in Blacksburg!

Calling all runners!!
Come run the beautiful streets and trails of Blacksburg with me this fall!
Announcing: The Hokie Half Marathon September 15, 2013

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SO PUMPED FOR THIS!
For those who know Blacksburg, you are probably thinking this won't be the easiest race. And you are right.  It starts at the CRC, runs down South Main St all the way to the mall, runs down the length of the Huckleberry, runs up Preston, down Airport, then back on the Huckleberry and towards the CRC to the finish!
Definitely won't be the easiest half this season, but I'm excited to be a part of a new tradition in here Hokie country.
Ready to sign up yet??? :) Find registration here :)

Speaking of running...I've started my "Runner's Bucket List" which I would like to share on the blog soon to get some input! I'd love to see if any of y'all have run the races I have in mind! I'd also love some advice for taking the next step towards running a full. Keep an eye out for that!
Have a great week!

Sunday Verse

Yes, it is raining here today...but LET US REJOICE! The Lord has given us another day.

Have a happy Sunday :)  

I'm Currently Loving...

I sort of missed out on WILW, so today I'm going to share some things that I'm "currently loving"!
{Paper Straws}

I am just obsessed with these cute things! Especially if they're in a mason jar. Perfection. I'm thinking of getting some for my graduation party...any idea where I can find them in stores? :)
{Beach Themed Bathrooms}

I got to paint/decorate the half bath at home & I went with a beach theme.  I painted the walls a bright coral color, however I love this soft blue as well! I really like the idea of putting shells in some apothecary jars. I have so many shells from various beaches!   {Countdowns}

 And by last day of classes, I mean last day of everything undergrad! I don't have any finals scheduled for exam week so once the clock strikes 12:15 on May 7, I'm done. *time to partyyyyyyy!* Then we have 10 days to go after that until graduation!   {Sangria}

Citrusy Champagne Sangria

I tried sangria for the first time at the wedding! It was so delicious. Very fruity and I could hardly taste the wine...which was good and bad. I downed it! I want to try more sangria recipes now. I love sweet, fruity drinks so I'm excited to find new recipes. Do you know of any good ones?? 

What are y'all loving these days?
  Have a wonderful week! Almost FRIDAY!

Scott Wedding Festivities!

Announcing...Mr. & Mrs. Scott!
On April 13th we went to one of the BEST weddings I've ever been to! My older brother's best friend Corey married his other best friend Dayne.  James has known Dayne since high school and James and Corey were roommates at Longwood University.
A verrryyy long story short, James brought Corey & Dayne together and the rest is history! They are now newlyweds! James was the best man and I WISH I had his speech on film. It was so wonderful.
I had wayyyy too much fun eating, drinking, laughing and dancing the night away with my family and all of the people there. It's fun to go to weddings where you know lots of the guests!   Anyway, here's a few pictures to recap!   Their program {love the colors}:

These flowers at the end of the rows of seats were so gorgeous!

The bride standing strong as the wind pulled her veil/her whole body!:

Married!

Gorgeous!

Obviously I lovedddd this! Took a picture before they even had the sweet tea and lemonade in there!

Little brother:

Courtney, James' other BFF, and James:

Big brother:

The gorgeous Rockwood Manor:

Let's get this party started!

Table 20! Seriously love the flowers!

Fun favors {that Sadie tried to eat the next day...}:

FUNFETTI! Definitely my kinda wedding cake. Oh, and a beer. What a combo.

I cannot wait to see the professional photos when they're done! We literally did not leave the dance floor. A great mix of oldies, new jams, square dance songs, etc. I love weddings that turn into dance parties! They are so fun!
What are your favorite wedding styles? Dance parties or a more "chill" setting?
Happy Wednesday!!

Lilly Pulitzer for Estee Lauder!

True story. This was my conversation with the lady in Belk: "Hi, can I help you?" "Yes! To be honest, I really just want the Lilly gift with purchase. I've never bought Estee Lauder before!" "Okay! Let's see..." She then proceeded to find me something basic that would put me at the limit! {I ended up with some bronzer which I actually do love!}
No shame here. I couldn't pass up this ADORABLE make up bag. It came with some fun products inside, such as a mascara, a lipstick, some lotion and day creme, & a matching Lilly mirror!  

I love the size and shape of this cosmetic bag. Definitely cute to throw in your tote with your every day essentials!
Anyone else grab this GWP? Or one similar?