Projects and procrastination

I am a terrible blogger... When I have time to blog, I don't have anything to say. When I have something interesting to share, I don't have time to blog. Ah, the vicious cycle. Here goes nothing:

I am SO. VERY. READY. to be back in Nashville. 3 more weeks in Atlanta (really, my 12 weeks are almost over?), a week in GA/the beach with my amazing grandparents, and then back to my new home. I moved almost 10 weeks ago and just unpacked my last box of stuff this past weekend. Living in multiple places is for the birds! I promise to post pictures of our new, awesome abode once I am settled. A lead in to the projects... I've really been wanting a framed chalkboard. I saw an awesome one in a Southern Living magazine. It was in a big gold frame and displayed a college football schedule. Loved it! This weekend Sean and I decided to undertake said project and I vowed to keep it cheap. I got some design tips from a college friend/fellow blogger. After visiting 2 TJ Maxxs, Southeastern Salvage (An awesome place, I must say!) and Home Depot (Twice, for that matter, because I am am idiot.), here's the final product:



This isn't the greatest picture. I was bummed that I had to wait to write on it, too! Also, the grand total of the project.... Drum roll, please.... $10.00! I recycled a picture in a frame that we weren't using nor foresaw using. The only cost was chalkboard paint. Excellent. I was proud of myself, if you can't tell. I will post a better picture once it's on the wall.

As I mentioned, I only have 3 more weeks left at CHOA. I also have a huge project to finish between now and then. Oh, procrastination. Some things never change!

key lime pie... another "have to" of summer

Key lime pie is one of my all time favorite summer recipes! The following recipe comes from a restaurant in Amelia Island, FL, that I used to frequent with my family when we visited each summer. It's oh-so-simple and quick to make but tastes like you slaved for hours in the kitchen. Just the kind of recipe I like! I usually make it with fat-free or lower fat ingredients and the flavor is just as good!

Ingredients:
I can fat-free sweetened, condensed milk (Eagle Brand is my choice)
I container fat-free Cool Whip
I small or 1/2 large can of concentrated, frozen lime juice (I use Minute Maid)
Reduced fat gram cracker pie crust (I usually use Nabisco brand)

Mix first 3 ingredients together with electric mixer or whisk until well-blended and free of lumps. Pour into pie crust and cover. Place in freezer. Pie takes 6-8 hours to set. Enjoy!

(Told you it was easy!)

My mom and grandmother have made this pie every summer for as long as I can remember... It's not summer without making it at least one (or 20) times!

these are a few of my favorite (summer) things!

Summer is passing quickly... I cannot believe June is already halfway over! I've decided to share a few of my favorite (summer) things.

I love curling up with a good book by the pool. This is my favorite I've read in a while.



My official favorite dress of this summer.



I. love. this! My grandmother just got the beau and I an ice cream maker. I tried it out yesterday with an experimental batch of Vanilla-Bailey's with dark chocolate chips. Heavenly! I am currently on the hunt for healthier recipes, however!



Aprons are my favorite! I don't have this particular one but a very similar one from TJMaxx.



I can't make it a day without this! Hello, hydration.

Big girl job minus the paycheck

This summer, well, for the next 9 weeks, I am completing my first level 2 fieldwork at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. I am working with the Day Rehabilitation program and LOVE it. I could not ask for a better organization from which to gain experience or a more passionate group of people to work with. My current position is definitely one of my DREAMS! Plus a paycheck (The beau agrees with this, for sure), of course. I cannot wait to finish my level 2 fieldwork rotations and start working.

In May of 2011, when I finally graduate for the last time, I want to find a job doing exactly what I am doing now... But in Nashville! This girl was not cut out to live in Atlanta, that's for sure. 50 minutes to go 12 miles? No, thank you. 400, "The Hospitality Highway"? I think not. More like the "Hostile Highway".

Though I am not a fan of Atlanta, or working without pay, I have sincerely enjoyed the last 3 weeks. On top of loving what I am doing I have had the opportunity to spend time with friends and family that I haven't seen very much lately. I am staying with an amazing (and generous!) family with a 2 year-old and 4-year-old. I love seeing the girls each afternoon and swimming or watching movies. I have gotten to see my little brother more and have enjoyed our dinner and wine nights. I've also gotten to catch up with college friends. My week nights are usually packed but I wouldn't have it any other way.

All in all, my big girl life without a paycheck isn't half bad.

Goodbye, Westboro

packing, moving, rearranging, packing...

Last Friday marked the end of grad school classes. The LAST final I will EVER take. I've been in school since I was 5 years old. This feels good!

Needless to say, the end of classes has not marked relaxation, pool time, or sleeping in. Nope. I've been packing up my life and moving. YUCK. I've lived at the Westboro for 2 years, which is the longest I've lived in any one place post high school. I will miss my adorable and ever-so-mine abode. I am also excited about what is to come, however! This summer I will be completing my first level 2 placement at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta... Eek! I am excited/nervous/not ready/freeeeaking out.

I tried to post pictures but can't at the moment... hopefully later!

NY, NY: Mostly in pictures

For Valentines day my wonderful beau got me... drum roll, please... A trip to NY!

We went several weeks ago, but for lack of anything better to blog about, I'm sharing my favorite pictures from our trip. It was perfect. We stayed in the Waldorf, which was perfect. It felt like we were staying in someone's guest bedroom. Truly, it was a perfect weekend getaway. The weather was beautiful and we walked all over the city. We did a little (ok, a lot of) shopping, had some great meals, saw CHICAGO on Broadway, and overall enjoyed being in a new place together. I am a blessed girl.