Going Private

I have debating for a while whether or not to go private.

Gasp. I never thought I would. It's kinda annoying when blogs are private. No offense to those who already are. I'm joining you.

But it is time. For privacy reasons and for peace of mind.

I've been a little disturbed from some traffic on my blog. It seems there are two people who read my blog more than frequently. One is sometimes on an hourly basis (eh-hem South Jordan, Utah) and the other googles my full name daily (ya that is you Summerville, South Carolina). Kinda creepy if you ask me!

So for those of you who want an invite ... let me know! I am happy to add you!!!

Featured

Our wedding was featured! 

The place I bought my dress from asked to do a feature on my wedding.

Well the dress mostly.

 Check it out here.

go big or go home

You know the saying Go Big or Go Home?
It can be used for so many different aspects of life. Agree?

Clearly I've gone home.
It's been two weeks since I last blogged.
My bad.

A lot is going on right now. Football season is quickly going to take over my life again while still trying to keep my life balanced. Is that even possible? Maybe third time's is a charm.

I'll be up and running again soon.
Scouts honor.

my current obsession

Remember when I didn't even know what pinterest was?

Well, my friends, times have changed.

Perusing through Pinterest has recently become my favorite past-time.

I have come to know myself better as I've developed this interest in Pinterest. Haha. Get it?

Above: Things I've pinned.

 You're wondering what I have learned? Let me tell you.

Apparently I have this thing for white kitchens.

And I prefer neutral colors.

And I can look at the same clever saying everyday and still laugh.

And I want to buy a house. A cottage really.

And I like organization, though you wouldn't know by the way my bedroom looks right now.

And I am drawn to pieces of clothing that people have sewn or re purposed (aka I can't buy it).

And I have really expensive taste ... AND it's pretty depressing. 

Anyway ...

If you don't know what Pinterest is, click here. 

My friend has it laid out VERY simply.

If you still can't figure it out, well, you might need more than a tutorial.

Wardrobe Wednesday 12: a'ight peeps

I've debated for a while whether or not to do this ... but I'm curious like a cat.

It's a funny thing, blogging is.
It makes the world just a little bit smaller. Do we agree?

A fellow blogging friend recently had an experience where she was at work and some random man recognized her from her blog.

It has happened to me before. I'll see someone at the mall and recognize them from their blogs. I just don't ever say anything. I usually feel a little stalker-ish and chuckle to myself, but quickly get over it and continue shopping (I mean shopping is serious business).

It actually just happened last week. My sister and I met up for lunch. While we were sitting there she pointed out a girl who looked very similar to so-and-so from such-and-such blog.We had a two minute conversation going back and forth ... finally concluding it wasn't her.

So I've been thinking of who actually reads this thing. I want to know who you are. Don't be ashamed. I would love to find out who you are. I feel like I kinda know some of you already ... but only by city thanks to google analytics. I mean I could call you out by city if you want.

So humor me, will ya, and let me know who you are?
Don't be shy. Even if I know you in real life.

Leave a comment
or
Follow me.

Either way works.
Heck you could do both.
But I would love to find out who you are.

Happy Wednesday!

 Sweater: Nordy's; Tank: Target; Skirt/Necklace: Loft; Boots: Steve Madden; My crazy eye? That's au natural.

Speaking of Peeps ... it's dangerous that Easter candy is here. I don't even like peeps but it reminded me of my favorite Easter candy. I have already gone through two bags of starburst jelly beans and I steal mini cadbury eggs from Gillian every day at work. I told you, dangerous.

Wardrobe Wednesday

My sister, Stephanie and Ally have decided to mix things up this year. Steph came up with Wardrobe Wednesday. What is it? Every wednesday to share what we wore (see her invite above). I am pretty much obsessed with Kendi Everyday. She is my inspiration. I want to be her.

So I've decided to take the challenge. Every Wednesday this year you'll be seeing what I am wearing. That is 52 weeks! Crazy. But we gotta keep this girl entertained.

And warning it will be what I am really wearing...so they may not always be the most fashion forward.

This is me tonight...

Sweatshirt: Washington State Bookstore (circa 2004?)

Anyone else in? 

Wardrobe Wednesday. 

It's the cool thing to do.

P.S. I have had my Macbook for over a week now and today was the first day I used photo booth. What is wrong with me? I think that could be considered an Apple crime.

{ nervous breakdown }

So there might be a nervous breakdown happening soon in the Johnson household if I don't figure this out soon. No it's not me. I received a frantic email from my mom and an urgent text from my sister telling me that the links on the side of my blog of friends and family are GONE!!! Apparently those are used more often than I realized.

Problem is, though, when I look at it (whether I am signed in or not) I can see the links. Can you guys see them or is it just me? I need some technological help! I can't figure it out. Suggestions????? Has this happened to anyone else.

Mom and Stephie...don't have a nervous breakdown yet. Breathe. It will be ok. It's just a blog. We'll figure it out.

{ new blog }

So on a whim I decided to start a new blog. It's mostly for me, but feel free to take a look. I find so much inspiration through other people. I love decorating. I love photography and I love fashion (well mostly shopping...I blame my mom).

Up until now I have just been saving photos on either on my computer or emailing them to myself. I figured this would be an easier way to refer back to these ideas I have stored away for future reference.

{ recipe }

So I've not been in the blogging mood lately. I have a love-hate relationship with the whole blogging thing right now, though I do use this as sort of a journal. More on that later... maybe.

So I thought I'd post a recipe that I seriously make every Sunday morning now. I am not a huge pancake person usually because even though they are super filling, I always seem to get hungry like an hour after I eat them. Not with these. I think it must be the protein in them. I know it sounds weird, but try it. They are so so good. Super filling. And healthy.

Cottage Cheese Pancakes

1/2 cup all purpose flour
1/4 cup whole wheat flour
1 Tbsp. sugar
3/4 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. baking soda
3/4 cup low fat cottage cheese
2/3 cup milk
2 large egg whites
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
5 tsp. vegetable oil

Mix together and cook like normal pancakes. Note: They seem to burn more easily than normal. Make sure the heat on the burner isn't too high. I like to use spray butter and jam on the top instead of syrup.

{ blocker }

So some of you know that there are a couple blogs where I could be considered a regular. Fine. Fine. I could even be considered a blocker of some (blog+stalker), but I just love how many ideas I get from them.

I thought I would share a couple. Seriously worth your while.

1. Cardigan Empire
This girl is amazing. She can pretty much be your personal fashion consultant. She tells you how to dress for your body type, which colors work best for you, how to hem jeans, etc. I have definitely learned a thing or two.

2. Green Apple Photography
I have recently developed a love for photography. My favorite that I visit is Green Apple Photography. I adore her style. I can only hope to be half as good as her someday. If I ever end up getting married, she will be my photographer. I've decided.

3. NieNie
I'm sure you've already heard of her. Talk about inspiring and . Wow.

(click on title for link)