Thursday, April 29, 2010

little thoughts.


i need a break from studying. i have pretty much had this whole week off from school and you would think i would have been studying like crazy...but no. i'm miss procrastinator. i've been cleaning, exercising, cooking/baking, working, and mostly playing around. whoopsies. i just want a break already!!

today was a good day. i went to an lasik appointment to see if lasik vision correction is in my near future and it is! i hope i find the time {and money!} this summer to squeeze it into my schedule. i'm ready to say goodbye to contacts and glasses for good. i have been wearing them for 16 years! geez that's a long time.

isn't the image above darling? i recently discovered the site we heart it and can't get enough! it is full of inspiring images, you should definitely check it out.

you also must go to a little sussy and check out her photos of the most gorgeous dessert table i have ever seen. i literally had to catch my breath when i saw it, it's so fabulous.

and lastly, i made cheddar chicken tonight for dinner. no pictures...but you must check out the recipe via real simple. it's delicious.

okay, i'm going back to studying. adios.

i'll never get over it.

when ike and i started planning our trip to washington, he made it a priority that we stop at the best teriyaki place he frequented often on his mission. in my mind i pictured a nice restaurant and was so excited, i love teriyaki. soooo i was little surprised when we pulled up to this little place in a strip mall! but i took my hubs word for it and oh boy am i glad i did.
i have never had better teriyaki in my life. and now i seriously crave it every day. every time we're trying to decide where to eat i get disappointed that i can't have the deliciousness we had in washington. in fact, i'm craving it right now. dang you utah for not having the teriyaki i love and crave.

Wednesday, April 28, 2010

pure talent.

my cousin dallas is an amazing artist. every time she posts her latest work i die, it is all so fabulous! she has a real passion for color and her favorite medium to work with is glitter! and you know i love me some glitter.
this is one of my favorites.
she is so unique and does lots custom work. i can't get enough of the toe shoes she paints. if you're interested in her work you can contact her on her blog painted trees by dallas. she needs to start an etsy shop don't you think!!

Tuesday, April 27, 2010

my latest find.

if you read this blog, you know i am a sweetaholic. i love baking/cooking, it is so relaxing for me after a long day at school. you would think this journal would be full of yummy recipes but no...this little diddy is my workout journal. i just started it and love it! the cupcake on the front motivates me to work out so i can bake bake bake. knowing i have to write down what i do really gets me moving. if you're looking for a little motivation, try writing your workouts down.

orange goodness.

these orange muffins are to.die.for. i knew the minute i saw the recipe on annie's eats i had to make them. and i am so so glad i did, isaac and i can't get enough. i can't wait to make them for my sweet family/friends.

Monday, April 26, 2010

cruisin'.

dear saturday,
thank you for having lovely weather so we could go on our first bike ride of the season.
love, emma.
ryan took us to the best trail along utah lake. we had so much fun. next time we're taking a picnic and some lounge chairs to soak up the sun!
ike bought us a bike rack and now we can go anywhere with our bikes!!! the possibilities are endless! too bad we can't bike here again soon...
i just know it's going to be a good summer.

Sunday, April 25, 2010

smoothie sunday.

i am loving smoothies these days. especially since they help me get in lots of fruit in one creamy glass (i am not a fan of just munching a banana). and i am obsessed with the fresh fruit from costco so i must find ways to use it all up before it goes bad. unfortunately i don't have an exact recipe for you...but here is what you need.

ice.
vanilla yogurt.
orange juice.
and whatever fruit you prefer.

blend blend blend.

drink and be happy.
your day is guaranteed to go better after one of these babies.

Thursday, April 22, 2010

oh happy day.

matt's photography always makes me happy. especially this photo. i love my pink schwinn and can't wait to ride it all summer long. see more of matt's fabulous work here.
happy earth day!

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

beauties.

spring gets me every time. i can go the entire winter without shopping much but once spring hits my need to shop goes waaaay up. and of course, j crew would be my shop of choice. their sale section is looking mighty fine...
i've been eying this dress for a while now...
these shoes!!!!!! they belong on my feet.
love this top. and it's a steal for j crew standards!
this bag is a heart breaker. as in it breaks my heart because i'll never have it.

dear j crew,
please keep marking down your beautiful clothes so i can actually afford them.
love, emma.

our dream home.


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in anacortes, washington. i'll keep dreaming...

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

deception pass.

this bridge was crazy. crossing it was so scary! but nonetheless fabulous.
love him.
oh washington, how i miss you.

today was such a lovely day and i was trapped in the hospital all day! and it's supposed to rain tomorrow - on my day off! not happy about it. i spent the day in the newborn icu and loved it. i held a little premie babe for over an hour and we both dozed off together. definitely a good day in nursing school. now it's time to make my weekly shopping list - i need some new recipes to try! any suggestions?!

Monday, April 19, 2010

taco taco.

oh real simple, you are so good to me. they have so many easy, quick recipes that you can make in a flash. i made these chicken tacos last weekend and they were definitely a highlight. and the hubs loved them.

the weekend went by so fast! and i didn't catch up on any sleep because i stayed up waaaay to late every night reading the last song. #1 reason why i shouldn't read during school. i only have 2 more weeks to survive...wish me luck!

Friday, April 16, 2010

here's to wishing...

wishing we were picnicking at this park in anacortes, washington this weekend!! anacortes is by far one of my favorite places in the whole world. it is so beautiful and quaint.best blt isaac's ever had.
i wanted to spend the whole day here!
oh goodness, i want to go back. i already feel like i need another vacation!

i just found out that i got my first choice placement for my capstone this summer - i'll be working on the surgical unit at primary children's medical center and i couldn't be happier! i can't wait to get started! and to graduate in august! hoooraaay!

happy weekend!

Wednesday, April 14, 2010

i love weddings.

a few weekends ago isaac and i attended such a lovely wedding. our dear friends lauren and ben got married on such a beautiful day and i loved every minute of it.
my mother in law made her bouquet and her bridesmaid's bouquets and i was lucky enough to help carry them to the temple for pictures. isn't she talented!
the happy couple.
my hubs was the dj at their wedding and i loved helping him out. we were such a dream team weren't we isaac!! i ditched him quite a bit to dance...but besides that i think i was pretty good. isaac is an amazing dj - if you need one he's your man.
weddings make me happy.
and isaac, thank you for wearing the tie that matched my dress. you rule. the end.