Word-Filled Wednesday {18}

Because sometimes I need a reminder that what I think is best for me does not always align with what He knows is best for me.


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Guest Posting!

Please know that even though I've been a gigantic fail of a blogger around this blog, today I'm guest bloggin' over at the gorgeous Lauren's blog while she is away enjoying Europe.

Head over there & check out some of my favorite things about Fall!

Word-Filled Wednesday {17}

First of all, thank you all for your congratulations and excitement for my engagement. It has made my experience so much better, feeding off of everyone else's excitement. It means the world to me. Seriously. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

xoxox

Second, I promise to give a recap of the day. I have yet to upload the pictures to Vito's new laptop as school has been swallowing up my time. It will come. Promise!

Third, it's time to get back to World-Filled Wednesday's which happen to be one of my favorite posts I make.

If this quote does not apply to you right now, it will.

True love is out there for everyone.

It's truly worth it in every way.

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"And If You Knew How Happy You Are Making Me I Never Thought That I'd Love Anyone So Much"

Title: Chantal Kreviazuk - "Feels Like Home"

So this past Sunday has many of you know, Vito & I ventured down to the beach early in the AM for a day trip. We were suppose to go down last week with our anniversary twins but I went ruined it by getting sick.

This Sunday we went down by ourselves for the day.

To say it was amazing would be an understatement.

The beach is my favorite place. In the world.

I have many pictures to show you and will explain our whole day but I couldn't wait any longer.

The best part of the entire day?

When Vito took me for a walk on the beach at sunset and proposed to me.

After almost 5.5 years, I am ENGAGED!!!!
(Sorry for the poor quality of the picture!)

We're beyond ecstatic and I promise to give y'all the details soon but until then, feast your eyes on this beauty!

xoxox

Word-Filled Wednesday {16}

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"Cause You Been Acting Like You're Overloaded"

Title: Hanson - "And I Waited"

Kinda like Friday's post, this blog post has no real focus. I have a whole bunch of random things going on right now, just thought you should know.

1.

The amazing beach day trip with my lovah and 2 friends? Didn't happen.

When I wrote Friday's post, I was trying to focus on all the happy things in my life so take my mind off of the sickness that was creeping in. I had convinced myself that I'd be fine. I went home from work and curled up on the couch. Even made it to the grocery store (in yoga pants, feel free to judge) to pick up snacks. Went back to the couch and crashed. For 3 hours. I never got anything done and I woke up feeling worse. After crying and a lot of "it's not faaaaaiiir"'s, Vito let our friends know we wouldn't be making it. Pretty lame but one can't enjoy the beach as much if her partner in crime is a box of tissues and a bag of cough drops. I'm still kinda bitter but I'm working on getting over it. We are going to try to reschedule for this weekend. I'm not letting myself get excited.

2.

Last night I had my first class of my senior year. Woot woot! I'm one of 6 girls in a class with 19 other men. It's a night class and I'm stuck in a group with the annoying kid in class. Awesome start. This morning's class has officially made my anxiety sky rocket when I learn that I'll be writing and defending a thesis for that class plus another one that starts tomorrow. Oh and did I mention the research study I'm running? 6 classes. I may not survive. I promise Vito will post if said death occurs.

3.

The best part of my 3 day weekend was yesterday, Vito & I ventured to Starbucks. Now seeing as it is 90+ degrees outside (what.the.eff), drinking a pumpkin spice latte wouldn't be possible. But there was a saving grace. I don't know if y'all have amazing baristas like I do around here but they will pretty much bend over backwards for you. I asked her what cold pumpkin drinks she could make me. She whipped us up a pumpkin spice coffee frapp.

*cue angels singing the Hallelujah Chorus."

I died. & went to heaven. & cursed Vito for making us share it. I'm still thinking about it and might need to go get one tonight. I am SO sad to hear from my international readers that pumpkin spice isn't an option over seas. I say boycott or start a petition because trust me, you need it in your life.

4.

I finished The Hunger Games' third book in its trilogy. Mockingjay. Peeta & I reunited and it feels soooooo good. Yes I sung that in my head, love me through it. 8) If you've been hiding under a rock and haven't read this series, do yourself a favor and get on that. You will thank me. & you will fall in love with the boy with the bread.

Trust.

5.

I bought the new Hanson CD.

Go ahead and judge me.

There are a lot of new followers around this blog! (Maybe not so many after admitting #5)

I'm so glad y'all have stopped by. Don't be shy, feel free to introduce yourselves!

"The Touch Of Your Lips, It's A Shock Not A Kiss, It's Electric Twist."

Title: A Fine Frenzy - "Electric Twist"

Today, let's address some reason why Vanessa is happy!

1.

It's Friday. Not only is that exciting in its self, it is also my last 8 hour day until at least October. And I have a 3 day weekend! & there is a certain someone who isn't in the office today which always makes for a better day!

2.

It's August and only 80 degrees outside, sun is shining, and the windows are open. I don't know about y'all but fresh air and sunshine always puts me in a better mood.

3.

Tomorrow we are doing a day trip to the beach with our anniversary couple! This will be my first (and probably only trip) to the beach this year. I am excited to go as it will only be 80 degrees at the beach, perfect weather. After the trip, I think I will finally be able to let go of summer and welcome fall!

4.

The beautiful Ivy is celebrating her blogoversary and is having an amazing giveaway. I do not want to tell you about it because I'm selfishly dreaming of winning just so I can try her treehugger coffee!

5.

I received an email today from Starbucks. We all know how I'm addicted right? Right. And many of you also know how excited I am for September 1st, which is usually the first officially day for Pumpkin Spice Latte's (my second favorite drink!) to be back! Well since Starbucks and I are bffs (Read: I keep them in business) they sent me an extra special message today that I want to share with y'all!

So tell me what things are making you happy today??

Happy Weekend!!