Welcome to 2010!

I can't believe the holidays have already come and gone and we are now back to our regular schedules! I can't say I really had a relaxing holiday, but it was fun nonetheless! For New Years, E and I went to New Orleans! I must say it was nothing short of crazy being there with not only all of the people celebrating New Year's but also being there with every Florida fan and Cincinnati Bearcat fan! It was crazy, but so great being an Alabama fan! Not only did we have lots of fun, but we ate some of the best food ever! It was great! Our favorite day was Saturday, we went to the New Orleans School of Cooking and learned how to make Gumbo, Jambalaya, Bread Pudding and Pralines! It was SO good! Then, we went to Oak Alley Plantation and saw the house and enjoyed a Mint Julep! I don't even know how many times we visited Cafe du Monde! We enjoyed some great music, and met some interesting people. We even went on a ghost tour and saw a little bit about the haunted side of the French Quarter. We ended the trip with a huge Jazz Brunch at the Court of Two Sisters! It was a great time! And great memories! Now, we are back to reality and looking ahead to a great 2010! Hopefully that starts with a win on Thursday when Alabama plays Texas at the BCS National Championship! Anyway, off to try to remember what it is like to be at work! Hope you all enjoyed the holidays!
Here's to a happy, healthy 2010!

The Oaks lining Oak Alley from the top porch of the house.

Enjoying a Mint Julep by the Oaks.


E and I in from of the Plantation House and the canopy of Oaks.

Bonne anne!!

Happy New Year!! As you read this, I am in NEW Orleans, LA to ring in the NEW year with E! As I have said in the past, I am excited to see what all 2010 will bring! In a few short days, Alabama plays in the BCS National Championship game! That is a great way to start the new year! Some of my New Years resolutions for 2010 are to cook more, eat healthier, work out everyday to tone up, and run a half marathon! I think this year will be a great one! I hope you all had a wonderful New Year's Eve celebration, and I will see you all in 2010! Laissez les bon temps roulez!!!

Quick Post

I am back at work for a short week! I only have two more days then E and I are off again and on our way to our New Year's celebration! I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas with their families! I know mine was great, it seems like it went by way too fast! I must say I am ready to say goodbye to 2009 and hello 2010!! Hope you all had a great holiday and enjoy the celebration of a new year!

Merry Christmas!

I hope you all have a wonderful holiday with family and friends! Don't forget the real meaning of the season!

Happy Monday!

Hey guys! I know I said on Friday that I didn't think I would be bhack until after the holidays were over, but I found some time to jump on really quick and say hi! I hope things slow down a little bit after the new year! We will see! How are all of you that are stuck in the snow? I must say, I am a little bit jealous! Although, it is getting colder here, and they are mentioning a "snow" sighting on Christmas at my parent's house, which is where I will be for the holiday, we shall see! I am ready to wear my coat and scarves and gloves!! (Today, it is just cold enough for a hoodie!) This weekend, I finished up my Christmas shopping, wrapped presents, made some peppermint bark, made 3 dozen cupcakes for no reason, and cleaned my house! Oh and I turned my TV on Lifetime and didn't turn it off of there all weekend! They were playing all of the cheesy lovey dovey Christmas movies, so I figured I might as well enjoy them for one last week!

I don't know about you, but I can't believe this year is almost over! It seemed like it has flown by! I have stayed so busy this year, I can't remember everything that has happened! I feel like 2009 has been one big road trip! (I have pretty much been gone every single weekend). Then there was the numb face scare this summer, and of course work pretty much dictates my life! I must say, I am ready for Christmas to have a few days to relax, and I am even more ready for New Years to get to have a bit of a vacation! Happy Christmas week!

Friday

Happy Friday! The weekend is finally upon us, and I can't tell you how glad I am that it is here! I have been absent from the blog, well, pretty much the whole world that isn't work the past week! Hopefully after the holidays, things will get so much better and I can get back into my routine! Until then, I may still be a little sporadic, but I am still here and I am trying to keep up with everything! I feel lost without reading about what is going on! But...if I don't pop up until after the holidays...hope everyone has a great one.

A Christmas Survey

So I found this survey here and decided to steal it for your Friday entertainment since I am busy at work and going to be traveling this weekend....

1. Wrapping paper or gift bags? I LOVE wrapping presents! Gift wrapping definitely!
2. Real tree or artificial? We always cut a real tree growing up, but now have artificial, so there is no preference really.
3. When do you put up the tree? I try to put it up right after Thanksgiving to enjoy it longer.
4. Do you like eggnog? I don't care for it. Plus it is way too fattening to really enjoy.
5. Favorite gift received as a child? I guess my first Cabbage Patch doll Jessica. Or my McDonald's Drive-thru fisher price set!
6. Do you have a nativity scene? yes, a small one.
7. Hardest person to buy for? My brother. He is way too picky!
8. Easiest person to buy for? My mom. I know her well.
9. Mail or email Christmas cards? Definitely mail!! I am a fan of snail mail all year!
10. Favorite Christmas movie? The Elf or Miracle of 34th Street
11. When do you start shopping for Christmas? The day after Christmas!
12. Favorite thing to eat at Christmas? Cranberry Sauce and the Froot Loop Candy my mom used to make!
13. Clear lights or colored lights on the tree? Clear lights.
14. Favorite Christmas song? There are so many...Peace on Earth by Vince and Ginny Gill.
15. Travel or stay home at Christmas? I would love to stay home! But, I always travel constantly!
16. Can you name all of Santa's reindeer? Dasher. Dancer. Prancer. Vixen. Comet. Cupid. Donner. Blitzen. Rudolph.
17. Angel on tree top or star? It changes.
18. Open the presents Christmas Eve or morning? Christmas morning.
19. The most annoying thing about this time of year? The traffic at the malls! ANd having to hold on to your purse! (Well, that is everyday in my town I guess!)
20. What I love most about Christmas? Traditions, the TRUE meaning, time spent with loved ones, and the decorations!

Well, that is my Christmas survey! Hope you all have a happy Friday and a wonderful weekend!! :) Pray for E's safe llloooonnnggg flight today!