A Very NOLA Birthday

See this way cute boy? That's Kyle. He took me to New Orleans for my 25th Birthday! In this particular shot, Kyle had just been hit by a truck. His physical body--not while in a car. It wasn't anything major, but it definitely was NOT part of the plan. We hadn't even been there an hour, nor had we had anything to drink (yet). But, as was to be expected, those famous Cafe du Monde beignets made everything better :)

After breakfast we headed down the street just to people watch and explore the French Quarter. I discovered quickly that New Orleans has some bizarre smells, sights, and scenery. It's all quirky, and definitely stands out among any other city to which I've traveled.

Look at this Jazz singer/clarinet player. He and his band were UNREAL. They were definitely the perfect introduction to New Orleans Culture.

Here is where we stayed! An adorable little hotel less than a block off of Bourbon Street called the Olivier House Hotel. It had a beautiful garden in the courtyard, and cute, Southern rooms that were perfectly charming.

This is me and Kyle standing by the Mighty Mississippi!

This is me and Kyle about to devour ouroh-so-delicious po-boys. Un.Real.

Oh, and you're allowed to drink on the streets. Anywhere you want!

I felt pretty sassy about my mint julep.

Overall, it was a perfect birthday trip. Kyle, you rule. Let's go back!!!

The Junking Fever

WOW it's been a long time since I've been on here. Just checked out that old to-do list on the last entry...can't say that I've done everything. But that's for another post.

This post is about a little thing my friend Alyssa likes to call "junking".

Look, I've been nesting okay? It's what people do when they move into a new and unfamiliar place. Have I gone overboard? Not yet, but I could be on my way. And guess what...Waco has some darn good finds.

Exhibit A:



Isn't she a doll? This is my new little Queen Anne sofa. I think it's one of my favorite-of-all-time purchases. And get this-it's about to have an awesome new cushion.

Oh, and even better with a cute boy sitting on it to read.



And finally, what I like to call my best find to date, THIS beauty:



This ADORABLE buffet for only $200? How? I have no idea, but it did happen. At Junque in the Trunk in Waco (my second home). And my new little amber glass tumblers just put it over the top. How about those cute flower pictures above? only $10 you say? That's right. From Cedar Chest Antique Mall in McGregor, TX.

Overall, it was a really successful few days. I forgot to mention that we went to the Heart O' Texas races on Friday night after enjoying a Ninfarita of course, and it was the perfect redneck start to the best junking weekend! See?