Closeted Aggravation

Not much posting around here during the summer. I've been busy with work, friends, and my life loves, and just haven't had much to blog about recently. I've also been focusing on getting my house in order, and cooking at home/exercising as often as possible. But with the focus on updating the house and my look, I've become so frustrated with my closet. Did you know I only wear coral? Like seriously, that's basically all I've got in my closet for summer. How dumb. I'm thinking that during August I'll focus on doing some updating with some different colors, as well as finishing out the living room with a big white rug. Here's what I'm thinking...

Talbot's Edie Strip
I actually already have this dress
and it's perfect for summer and those hot game days.

Dress Up's Summer Peaches Maxi
Yes, I realize there is coral on this.
But it's also beautiful, and could be worn
in the fall with a denim jacket.

Talbot's Polka-Dot Shirtdress
Amazing for fall--work and game days.
Also would be a great transition dress,
wedges for September, boots for October. 

Target Jacquard Fit-n-Flare
I'm really into this cut right now,
as it's fun, forgiving, and super work appropriate.
This dress would also be a good summer
to winter pick. (and is currently on clearance)

Weekend Recap: Fireworks on the Fourth

For the 4th of July, I visited my mom in Flotown. We spent the day out by the pool tanning and napping. After the pool, we really didn't have any plans as to what we were actually going to do for fireworks, which is like one of my favorite things in life. So we got all dressed up and headed to...Darlington Raceway. Now those who know me are not surprised by this: I have a slight obsession with NASCAR, and Jeff Gordon. Whatever, not a big deal. It's my one redneck tendency. And my grandparents do have a NASCAR Christmas tree and Dale cutout, so it's probably inevitable that I enjoy this sport and could surely be blamed on genetics.

I've been to a couple races, and always love showing up in my prissy outfits to watch the race. Sometimes it's kind of fun to stand out in the drunken crowd, right? We dressed up to go to Darlington for the fourth too in our dresses and Jacks, where we enjoyed turkey legs and cotton candy before watching fireworks from the infield. Y'all--we got to drive under the track. I've never done that before and it was too cool! The fireworks were awesome, some of the best I've ever seen. I'm so glad I got to create a new tradition with my family this year!

Healthy Yogurt Yummy

Back on the healthy eating bandwagon today, folks. It's amazing how unsettling a move, new job, etc., can be to a routine. I finally had my full of my favorite junk foods, and kicked the day off with an Atkins meal replacement shake {serious yum if you've never tried it--they even have flavors with coffee!!}, and did a big haul at the grocery store tonight to get supplies. That's my number one downfall: not being prepared. Not having food on hand sends me straight to Chick-fil-A. 

I've been seeing this low-carb/healthy dessert recipe on Pinterest lately and thought tonight during The Bachellorette would be the perfect time to try it! So easy peasy, just yogurt and sugar free pudding mix. That's it! I looked for the lowest carb yogurt I could find, scooped it into a bowl, and mixed in the pudding powder a little at a time. I knew it was ready once the tart yogurt scent swapped to a graham crackery/cheesecake scent. I let it sit for a few minutes to thicken like real pudding, and yummy! This may be my new favorite thing! 

What's your favorite healthy recipe?