Thursday, August 23, 2012
Current Crush: Snake Print
It's Current Crush Thursday and I'm linking up with Danielle at Framed Frosting. This week I'm crushing on snake print. It's so unlike me to be into this, but I just can't help myself!
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| Python Box Clutch |
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| Tahari Bobby Black Snake Wedge |
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| Medium Snake Hinge Bracelet |
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| Snake Print Denim Legging |
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| Tippi Sweater in Snake Print |
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| Vanna Snake Print Scarf |
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Do You Barre?
I had a great workout last night. So great it reminded me why I love to workout and inspired this post.
I attend barre classes at Neighborhood Barre here in Knoxville. NB is a boutique barre studio, and it's the best EVER. There is another barre studio in Knoxville, but it doesn't hold a candle to NB. Let me tell you how I met NB.
Last fall, Knoxville was buzzing about the fact that we were getting a barre studio. It was a franchise studio to open in Spring of 2012. Let's call this studio FB. I was fed up with my workout routine and was happy about trying something new. I fully intended on buying a membership to FB when it opened. A couple months later, I saw a Groupon for NB. I immediately purchased it. I guess I thought I wanted to try barre before buying a membership. It didn't matter to me that it was at a different studio.
When I showed up at NB I had no idea my life was about to change. I LOVED IT. I felt like barre was the way my body was meant to be exercised. The instructor was wonderful. She gave excellent cues and encouragement, but what was so great about her was that she didn't accept excuses. She would say things like "your legs are supposed to shake" and "if you're not hurting you're not doing it right." The workouts are high energy and intense. At the same time, you never feel like an idiot if you needed to take a quick break. Trust me, during thighs, you need to take a break. NB combines elements of dance conditioning, pilates, and yoga using small isometric movements to carve the muscles.
This class at NB made me even more excited to join FB when it opened. When it opened, I attended a free class. Well, FB was nothing like NB. NOTHING LIKE IT. It was much slower paced and more yoga based. It was geared more toward finding balance. The instructor kept saying "honor your truth." What does that even mean? It wasn't for me.
I went back to NB and purchased a membership, and I haven't looked back. It just works for me. Don't get me wrong, I'm sure FB works great for some people. It just wasn't what was best for who I am and what I want. I have no doubt that there are people feel the same way about FB as I do about NB.
So, if you haven't had the opportunity to try a barre based fitness class you should try it. You might even get your own personal love story like NB and me.
I attend barre classes at Neighborhood Barre here in Knoxville. NB is a boutique barre studio, and it's the best EVER. There is another barre studio in Knoxville, but it doesn't hold a candle to NB. Let me tell you how I met NB.
Last fall, Knoxville was buzzing about the fact that we were getting a barre studio. It was a franchise studio to open in Spring of 2012. Let's call this studio FB. I was fed up with my workout routine and was happy about trying something new. I fully intended on buying a membership to FB when it opened. A couple months later, I saw a Groupon for NB. I immediately purchased it. I guess I thought I wanted to try barre before buying a membership. It didn't matter to me that it was at a different studio.
When I showed up at NB I had no idea my life was about to change. I LOVED IT. I felt like barre was the way my body was meant to be exercised. The instructor was wonderful. She gave excellent cues and encouragement, but what was so great about her was that she didn't accept excuses. She would say things like "your legs are supposed to shake" and "if you're not hurting you're not doing it right." The workouts are high energy and intense. At the same time, you never feel like an idiot if you needed to take a quick break. Trust me, during thighs, you need to take a break. NB combines elements of dance conditioning, pilates, and yoga using small isometric movements to carve the muscles.
This class at NB made me even more excited to join FB when it opened. When it opened, I attended a free class. Well, FB was nothing like NB. NOTHING LIKE IT. It was much slower paced and more yoga based. It was geared more toward finding balance. The instructor kept saying "honor your truth." What does that even mean? It wasn't for me.
I went back to NB and purchased a membership, and I haven't looked back. It just works for me. Don't get me wrong, I'm sure FB works great for some people. It just wasn't what was best for who I am and what I want. I have no doubt that there are people feel the same way about FB as I do about NB.
So, if you haven't had the opportunity to try a barre based fitness class you should try it. You might even get your own personal love story like NB and me.
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
I'm no grammar expert, but...
I've never claimed to be an English teacher. I never will. However, I do try to be as grammatically correct as possible. Apparently, I am part of a select group that feels that way. Facebook has made it abundantly clear that the majority of people either do not care if they use improper grammar or do not know they're using improper grammar. I'm not sure which is worse. I'll admit it; southerners are the worst offenders.
Incorrect use of words bothers me more than anything. I mean, really bothers me. Like, it's a good thing I don't believe in violence bothers me. Below are some of my biggest grammar pet peeves.
"want" being used when "won't" is appropriate or vice versa
Ex) I want be going to the basketball game.
Ex) I won't that new video game.
"your" being used when "you're" is appropriate or vice versa
Ex) Your the nicest person I know.
Ex) You're new car looks great!
"to" being used when "too" is appropriate or vice versa
Ex) I like that song to.
Ex) I'm going too the park today.
Dear Facebook (and southern) friends, I implore you, try to remember what you learned in elementary school! You're making the rest of us southerners look like idiots!
Incorrect use of words bothers me more than anything. I mean, really bothers me. Like, it's a good thing I don't believe in violence bothers me. Below are some of my biggest grammar pet peeves.
"want" being used when "won't" is appropriate or vice versa
Ex) I want be going to the basketball game.
Ex) I won't that new video game.
"your" being used when "you're" is appropriate or vice versa
Ex) Your the nicest person I know.
Ex) You're new car looks great!
"to" being used when "too" is appropriate or vice versa
Ex) I like that song to.
Ex) I'm going too the park today.
Dear Facebook (and southern) friends, I implore you, try to remember what you learned in elementary school! You're making the rest of us southerners look like idiots!
Funny Story
While visiting my family a few weeks ago, my 12 year old nephew, Matthew, made a joke at my expense. It's a funny story so I'm sharing with you all. Here goes...
I'm with my family at a restaurant about to eat breakfast. My brother, Joey, tells me Matthew learned I had a blog that week. (I know, I'm shocked he didn't know before. I mean, don't all 12 year old boys read lifestyle blogs?) Matthew starts laughing and proceeds to tell me how he discovered my blog. He says his brother, my 16 year old nephew Gabe, told him. Here's how Matthew and Gabe's conversation went:
Gabe: "Did you know Jessica had a blog?"
Matthew: "No, I didn't know that."
Gabe: "Yeah, it's called The Only Ten I See."
Matthew: "Why? She's not a ten!"
Ouch, that hurts. He certainly did not learn his manners from his Aunt Jessica, but it's still pretty clever for a 12 year old. Feel free to laugh; I did.
Point of clarification about this blog's name: I do not, under any circumstance, think that I am a ten. This blog's name is a cute play on words, and a way for me to share what it's like to be a sweet southern girl from Tennessee. That's it, in case you were confused.
Now, I wonder who won't be getting a Christmas present this year?!
I'm with my family at a restaurant about to eat breakfast. My brother, Joey, tells me Matthew learned I had a blog that week. (I know, I'm shocked he didn't know before. I mean, don't all 12 year old boys read lifestyle blogs?) Matthew starts laughing and proceeds to tell me how he discovered my blog. He says his brother, my 16 year old nephew Gabe, told him. Here's how Matthew and Gabe's conversation went:
Gabe: "Did you know Jessica had a blog?"
Matthew: "No, I didn't know that."
Gabe: "Yeah, it's called The Only Ten I See."
Matthew: "Why? She's not a ten!"
Ouch, that hurts. He certainly did not learn his manners from his Aunt Jessica, but it's still pretty clever for a 12 year old. Feel free to laugh; I did.
Point of clarification about this blog's name: I do not, under any circumstance, think that I am a ten. This blog's name is a cute play on words, and a way for me to share what it's like to be a sweet southern girl from Tennessee. That's it, in case you were confused.
Now, I wonder who won't be getting a Christmas present this year?!
Monday, August 20, 2012
Motivational Monday
Yes friends and neighbors, it is Monday. I'm making a list of 5 things I'm motivated to do this week.
1. Exercise 4x this week. After last week's viral plague, I feel the need to get moving.
2. Spend some QT with my husband. I feel like I haven't seen him in ages.
3. Enjoy a glass of wine. It's been too long.
4. Start doing daily couple's devotional again. We always seem to be too busy, but it's so important to our marriage to seek God together.
5. Be content. I read the below statement last week, and it really got me thinking about how important it is to know we are purposeful beings. God didn't create us by accident; we should learn to be content with who he made us to be.
1. Exercise 4x this week. After last week's viral plague, I feel the need to get moving.
2. Spend some QT with my husband. I feel like I haven't seen him in ages.
3. Enjoy a glass of wine. It's been too long.
4. Start doing daily couple's devotional again. We always seem to be too busy, but it's so important to our marriage to seek God together.
5. Be content. I read the below statement last week, and it really got me thinking about how important it is to know we are purposeful beings. God didn't create us by accident; we should learn to be content with who he made us to be.
Thursday, August 16, 2012
Liebster Award
The girls at Vanilla and Lime, Sam and Sarah, nominated me for the Liebster Award. I'm so flattered. Here are the rules:
List 11 random facts about yourself
Answer 11 questions from your nominator
Nominate 11 other bloggers for the award
Create 11 questions you want your nominees to answer
11 Random Facts:
1. I have a huge family - 4 parents, 3 brothers, 2 sisters, 4 neices, and 4 nephews.
2. I love to sleep, which probably explains why my husband and I don't have kids.
3. I'm so excited for fall. Fall clothes are so much cuter than summer clothes.
4. I'm a homebody.
5. I'm recently obsessed with barre method. It's the way I was meant to exercise.
6. I'll eat anything with chocolate or peanut butter.
7. I don't believe people who say they don't like dessert. Everyone likes dessert, no exceptions.
8. I feel closest to God when I'm at the beach.
9. I like for my house to look like no one lives in it. It drives my husband crazy.
10. I can seem unfriendly when you first meet me. It's because I'm shy; it takes me some time to come out of my shell.
11. I have a closet full clothes and never have anything to wear.
11 Questions Sam and Sarah asked:
1. What is clumsiest/silliest thing you've ever done?
I don' t think I can pick just one thing. I'm very clumsy and always running into things. I'm constantly covered in bruises.
2. What's your favorite smell?
My husband's soap. Sometimes I use it just so I can smell like him all day.
3. Chocolate or Vanilla?
Vanilla. Everything goes with vanilla.
4. Can you tell us a funny joke?
Two muffins were in an oven. One looks over at the other and says, "Dang, it's hot in here!" The other says, "Oh my god a talking muffin!"
Sorry, it's the best I can do.
5. What's your favorite candle?
Yankee Candle Vanilla and Pumpkin.
6. Chevron or Polka Dot?
This is though. I like chevron better, but I think polka dots have more staying pwer.
7. If you could have a super power what would it be?
The ability to control traffic/drivers.
8. Tea or Coffee?
Tea.
9. What's your guilty pleasure?
Watching trash reality TV. Don't judge me.
10. If happiness was the national currency, what kind of work would make you rich?
Being a food and wine critic. I love to eat and drink.
11. Where would be your dream vacation destination?
I'd love to go to Bora Bora, but I also really love Aruba. It's my favorite island so far.
11 Nominees for the Leibster Award
Breanna at Blog by Bre
Jessica at A Set of Shafers
Jessica at Jess Cause
Jenn at Party of One
Hope at Confessions of A Southern Belle
Jamie at On The Road Again
Mollie at Faux Fur and Sequins
Jen at WhyyyJen
Ashley at Of Thoughts and Things
Kati at Incorporating Color
Natalie at A Moment of Wonderful
11 Questions for my Nominees:
1. What's your favorite TV show?
2. Do you wear a watch?
3. Whose is your celebrity style icon?
4. What do you think of the colored skinny jeans trend?
5. What's your favorite thing to do on a Saturday night?
6. Where do you love to vacation?
7. White wine or red wine?
8. If you could only eat one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be?
9. Do you have a favorite beauty product? What is it?
10. What's your favorite season, winter, spring, summer, or fall?
11. Are you a dog person or a cat person?
List 11 random facts about yourself
Answer 11 questions from your nominator
Nominate 11 other bloggers for the award
Create 11 questions you want your nominees to answer
11 Random Facts:
1. I have a huge family - 4 parents, 3 brothers, 2 sisters, 4 neices, and 4 nephews.
2. I love to sleep, which probably explains why my husband and I don't have kids.
3. I'm so excited for fall. Fall clothes are so much cuter than summer clothes.
4. I'm a homebody.
5. I'm recently obsessed with barre method. It's the way I was meant to exercise.
6. I'll eat anything with chocolate or peanut butter.
7. I don't believe people who say they don't like dessert. Everyone likes dessert, no exceptions.
8. I feel closest to God when I'm at the beach.
9. I like for my house to look like no one lives in it. It drives my husband crazy.
10. I can seem unfriendly when you first meet me. It's because I'm shy; it takes me some time to come out of my shell.
11. I have a closet full clothes and never have anything to wear.
11 Questions Sam and Sarah asked:
1. What is clumsiest/silliest thing you've ever done?
I don' t think I can pick just one thing. I'm very clumsy and always running into things. I'm constantly covered in bruises.
2. What's your favorite smell?
My husband's soap. Sometimes I use it just so I can smell like him all day.
3. Chocolate or Vanilla?
Vanilla. Everything goes with vanilla.
4. Can you tell us a funny joke?
Two muffins were in an oven. One looks over at the other and says, "Dang, it's hot in here!" The other says, "Oh my god a talking muffin!"
Sorry, it's the best I can do.
5. What's your favorite candle?
Yankee Candle Vanilla and Pumpkin.
6. Chevron or Polka Dot?
This is though. I like chevron better, but I think polka dots have more staying pwer.
7. If you could have a super power what would it be?
The ability to control traffic/drivers.
8. Tea or Coffee?
Tea.
9. What's your guilty pleasure?
Watching trash reality TV. Don't judge me.
10. If happiness was the national currency, what kind of work would make you rich?
Being a food and wine critic. I love to eat and drink.
11. Where would be your dream vacation destination?
I'd love to go to Bora Bora, but I also really love Aruba. It's my favorite island so far.
11 Nominees for the Leibster Award
Breanna at Blog by Bre
Jessica at A Set of Shafers
Jessica at Jess Cause
Jenn at Party of One
Hope at Confessions of A Southern Belle
Jamie at On The Road Again
Mollie at Faux Fur and Sequins
Jen at WhyyyJen
Ashley at Of Thoughts and Things
Kati at Incorporating Color
Natalie at A Moment of Wonderful
11 Questions for my Nominees:
1. What's your favorite TV show?
2. Do you wear a watch?
3. Whose is your celebrity style icon?
4. What do you think of the colored skinny jeans trend?
5. What's your favorite thing to do on a Saturday night?
6. Where do you love to vacation?
7. White wine or red wine?
8. If you could only eat one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be?
9. Do you have a favorite beauty product? What is it?
10. What's your favorite season, winter, spring, summer, or fall?
11. Are you a dog person or a cat person?
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