Hey, It's Okay...

Well, it has been quite quiet around these parts, mainly because I've been dealing with a shit ton of crap lately. Which I'll share at some later date. But for right now, I'm reminding myself that certain things are okay.

Hey It's Okay...

to have disappeared from bloglandia for a bit (and probably not return again until Friday...maybe).

to be so behind on responding to the comments on my last post- I read each one, but the post was scheduled, and as earlier stated, I've been a little preoccupied- but I will get back to you!

to post this late in the day even though I know practically no one will read it. I miss this space.

to make some big changes.

to ask for help when I need it.

to require, and request, space when I need it.

to not be able to focus today. Tomorrow I will try to be better.

to scream, and shout, and let it all out (anyone? Bueller?)

to cry.

to not be okay at all.

For the Last Time... It's OK!

I am so sad to say goodbye to this link-up! It was one of the first ones I ever participated in, and I want to thank Amber and Neely for hosting it for so long. Thanks ladies- it's been fun!!

And so, for the last time, "It's OK" that...

* I sometimes forget that I can watch my fave TV shows (after they have aired) on the computer
* I can't wait to catch up on some of them tonight
* I was a bit of a grump-ass yesterday because I thought the rain was going to make me cancel my plans again
* the rain held off, the sun came out, and I had a great night!
* I haven't posted any pics in awhile- however I finally uploaded them, so they will be posted soon! (Meanwhile, you can catch me in action on Instagram!)
* I am on another self-imposed spending freeze- gotta save some more $$ for vacation!
* to finally be getting back in the swing of things... kind of
* I may have seen the Great Gatsby twice in the last 3 days because I promised a friend I'd see it with her, but was also bored and wanting to see a movie on Sunday
* that same friend is pregnant and due any day now and I can't wait to meet her lil nugget
* I still don't know what I'm doing for this long weekend other than relaxing and remembering our servicemen who have passed away working to keep us safe

What are you saying "It's OK" to this week? Click the button to link up!

What are your plans for the holiday weekend?

It's OK... I'm Coming Back!

Yes it's true, I am getting back into the regular flow of things, slowly but surely. It was nice to give myself a break for awhile, but I do miss this little blog of mine! And all of YOU!

There are only 2 more "It's OK" link-ups left, so I definitely want to participate! I really like this particular link up, and Miss Amber! Though I'm sad to see it go, I'm so happy I found it and got to join in the fun! Click the button if you want to join too!

This Week I'm saying "It's OK" to...

...not check your daily horoscope until the next day

...do this because you don't want to have a self fulfilling prophecy

...be a little freaked out when it's right/correct

...have dreams about friends being pregnant (and the gender) before your friends even know they're pregnant

...be a little freaked out by this as well

...not want to see bad things
...be surprised (and slightly annoyed) to find yourself watching (and enjoying) TV shows that you made fun of your bf for watching-- with you on this one Amber!

...get lost getting back to your apt, even though you only went 15 minutes away....right??

...buy one of those huge tote bags you made fun of your mom for carrying...

...not get the skirt you ordered because the store ran out of inventory... into the savings that money goes!

What are you saying "It's OK" to this week?

It's OK!

Good morning friends!
It's another dreary day here on the East coast, but I am trying to put a lil pep in my step and smile on my face! Today I am linking up with Amber for "It's OK" Thursdays. Won't you join me?


It's OK that...

- Link ups are about as much as I can handle at the moment... hopefully I'll be able to share some real content soon
- I'm not ready to share yet
- I am feeling so many emotions all at once and it's really confusing and hard to put into words
- I have a hard time dealing with my emotions
- I partook in some (online) retail therapy yesterday; I can't wait to get my goodies!
- My goals from the beginning of teh year to now have almost completely changed
- I wish I had more girlfriends to hang out with
- I am behind on my reading
- I try to see the silver linings and the good in every day
- Though this is a difficult time, I am trying to be strong and learn and grow

What are you saying It's OK to?

It's OK...

Good morning friends! I haven't participated in this for awhile, so I'm linking up with Amber this morning for some things that are OK!


It's OK...

- that when I find a song I love, I listen to it on repeat 100+ times
- to work better with music
- that I laugh hysterically at the corniest jokes
- to want to experience new things, but be afraid of change
- to want to help others
- to choose a major that would help me accomplish this, instead of one that would make me lots of money
- to have steered off course... I am finding my way back, I just took a detour
- to find happiness in the simple things
- to truly appreciate my friendships
- to be a night owl
- to compliment others when I see/hear something I like
- to fall asleep on the couch often
- to be a little jealous but also in awe of those Crazy Coupon ladies
- to still drink juice boxes
- to sniff all the candles at Bath and Body Works

What are you saying It's OK to?

It's OK Thursday

It's OK that...

- I lost a follower. If you don't like what I have to say, I don't want you following me anyway! Pssshhh!

- I kinda want to know who it was and why they left :-/

- I skipped my 10 year high school reunion last week. None of the people I actually care about were going, and the others I can secretly stalk on Facebook.

- I didn't take part in Black Friday. I like sleep more than I like deals. And I have no interest in getting trampled. I DID take part in Cyber Monday though!

- I love buying my friends and fam presents. And watching them open their presents :)

- I'm super broke this year, so I'm making a lot of presents... hope my friends and family like them!

- I bought too many group deals in September/October. It's OK because now me and C are going on lots of date nights!

- I can't share what I'm making because the recipients read my blog!

- C FORGOT the pumpkin pie I made for his family's Thanksgiving dinner! It's ok because it's my favorite and we ate it instead!

- I'm almost done with Christmas shopping/making!

What are you saying It's OK to?

It's OK... Thanksgiving Edition!

It's OK that...

- I can count the number of times I've had turkey on Thanksgiving on one hand
- my family is not very "traditional"
- one tradition we have is going to the movies on Thanksgiving... I actually love this tradition
- the one thing I must have on Thanksgiving is pumpkin pie. It's my favorite
- Pumpkin pie was one of the very first thing I learned to make because I love it so much
- I'm making it for C's family this year even though I'm not celebrating with them
- last Thanksgiving I was in India... there was no turkey or pumpkin pie, but I didn't mind ;)
- Last Thanksgiving was the least stressful one I'd had in years- I don't like picking which family to spend it with, between C's family or my own.
- this Thanksgiving, I am giving thanks for my health, my family, C, my friends, my job, independence, and freedom among many other things.

It's OK! Fall Things

It's Thursday! One more day til Friday... woohoo! Linking up with Amber for

This week I'm saying It's OK that...

I dont know why macaroons are so popular/trendy

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I bought 2 pairs of skinnies from Old Navy, one my size and another one size up, and they are both too small! I'm unimpressed with Old Navy's sizing!

my girlfriend's grandma bought my Godson his costume this year and I'm a little bummed
I don't care if we already have too many throws, I'm a bit obsessed with cable knit throw blankets

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I started commuting with C yesterday- so excited for one less train ride every day!

Yesterday is actually took me 3 HOURS instead of the usual 2 because we hit major traffic :(

my reading is going to decline now that i'm only reading one way during my commute

we went apple picking last weekend and I havent made a single apple dish yet... oops

I forgot how much I love Pandora
I made a craft- a fall wreath- for the first time in about 10 years!
I'm reacquainting myself with pumpkin beer... and I remember I love it!

What are you saying "It's OK" to this week?

It's OK!

This week I'm saying "It's OK" that...

Christina won Hell's Kitchen! I was totally rooting for her, and I'm so glad she won! I'll admit, I teared up a bit!

I saw parts of a Guns Rights documentary on HBO... and I almost lost my shit. Someone actually said "Are you aware that Jesus Christ supported the right to bear arms, the right to concealed carry, and the right to own an assault weapon" and another guy agreed with him and said that it's the historical equivalent of carrying a sword... SERIOUSLY PEOPLE?! Um yeah, because there were guns in Year 0?! Of course. ARGH!

My girlfriend is having a baby! Lil R is due 3/19/13 and I couldn't be more excited for them!

My other girlfriend/coworker quit. I'm sad because she's no longer at work with me, but happy that she found something else that will make her happier and more successful, and where she can better utilize her skills.

I finally finished the 50 Shades series. MORE than ok. I was over it!

I thought our book club meeting was coming up this Monday, but I was off by a month! But it's OK because now I'm reading our book, "Gone Girl", and it is AWESOME!

I lost my fantasy football game last week. 66 to 99. Ouch.

C cooked 3 times this week. 3 TIMES! And they were all delish! *love*

THE VOICE IS BACK! *let the Adam worship commence!*

To be super excited that the San Gennaro Festival is back! And we're going tomorrow night! Italian food is my fave, C's friend works one of the stands (hello, free sausage/pepper sandwiches!) and who doesn't love a good street festival?!

San Gennaro Festival, Mulberry St., NYC 2011

What's OK with you this week?

It's OK!

This week I'm Saying "It's OK" that...
- the Season Finale of True Blood is THIS SUNDAY!- I haven't really liked the last few episodes- I just learned how to take out e-books from my library- I will now be doing copious amounts of reading- I just had to look up "copious" to make sure I used it correctly... nerd alert- I'm not a fan of lugging around heavy books, which is why I don't read as much as I would like- I am going on a girls' beach weekend and I can't wait!- I have to prep my Fantasy Football team this weekend~ draft Tuesday!- My FF team name is Pussy Wagon (from Kill Bill)- to want to do/see too many things at once
What Are you Saying "It's OK" to today?

It's OK!

This Week I'm Saying IT'S OK that I...

... finally joined the 50 Shades bandwagon!
... feel like summer is coming to a close *sadness*
... have this nagging cough that won't go away. Luckily, I went to the Dr. and found out its not a summer cold though, and got some cough syrup.
...  get so excited when I get a comment or new Follower. On the blog AND Twitter. Such a nerd.
...still haven't seen Magic Mike. And today is the last day it will be in theaters and I can't find anyone available who hasn't seen it to go with me! 
... tried going to the movies by myself once. I hated it. 
... tried risotto recently only because I saw them making it on Hell's Kitchen all the time. I didn't like it. 
... am wearing shoes today that hurt my feet, and I didn't bring any flats or flip flops  
... have too many books that I want to read right now. Thanks a lot, GoodReads!
... am tired of Olympics coverage. C has it on 24/7. When is it over?

It's OK!

Brunch with Amber and Neely are doing a Mashup with Thankful Thursdays. I think it's important to take a step back and express gratitude every once in a while. So let's get to it!



This week I'ms saying "It's OK" to...

- randomly break out into song, and to do so at work, even if the song is not exactly work appro (Example: "sippin on gin and juice..laiiiidddd baccckkk")

- be super grateful for my iPod, especially when there's an "outside-voice-user" on the train

- freak out after you almost swallow a spider

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- work much more efficiently and am more focused when I have background music

- always be on a quest to find the perfect pair of jeans,... or best eyeliner (I am so trying the one you suggested Jessica!)

- still be obsessed with "Call Me Maybe"... and all the jokes associated with it

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- be grateful for mini blogging break; there's just too much going on, but I'll fill ya in soon!

- not match your bra/undies everyday... or every other day...or in my case ever, unless I'm planning something special

- be grateful for libraries! I really don't like our book for book club, and I'm so happy I didn't have to buy it!

- have a hard time finding the perfect gifts for the fathers in your life. Why are men so hard to shop for?!

What are you grateful for, or saying OK to this week?!

It's OK Thursday: Appointments

Hello Thursday! I'm off today in order to go to the dermatologist,... and get a haircut, since both of these are close to home and work is 2 hours away! Is it weird that I'm actually excited to go to this appointment? It's my first time going to see one, and I have quite a few questions. I hope they can tell me what's up with my skin! Anyway, today is all about appointments- enjoy!

It's OK to...

- take a day off to go for appointments
- be more productive on your days off than at work
- make several appointments in the same day for this reason
- be a little nervous/uncomfortable in appointments... not a fan of people poking and prodding me
- not understand why I even make appointments, they are always running way behind schedule

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- take a shower (and shave) before going to a doctor's appointment
- make certain appointments as early in the day as possible, like the dentist
- wash and style your hair before going to the hairdresser
- be nervous about going to the hairdresser. They always cut off too much!
- make a list of ailments before going to see the doctor,dermatologist, etc
- ask them somewhat embarrassing questions. They're the pros right?!

What are you OK with today?

It's OK!

It's that time again! I'm linking up with Brunch with Amber for

"It's OK" that...

- Sometimes, I don't manage my time very well.

- I have been really hungry all the time lately. I eat lunch, and 2 hours later I need a snack. And two hours after that I want another one. It's madness, I tell you!

- I cannot, for the life of me, fold fitted sheets. 

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- I'm also not very good at making the bed. C likes "hospital corners," I don't even know what that means. 

- I may have gone over my "Gift-buying" budget. 

- C gets mad at me for over-gifting. I can't help it, I love buying gifts for people, especially when I see things I know they'll love! 

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- I can't wait to cut my hair this weekend. It's taking too long to do my hair, and I'm lazy, especially in the summer months.

- This week has seemed super slow. I've been thinking it's Thursday since Tuesday. But...

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What are you saying "It's OK" to this week??

It's OK Friday!

Yeahhh, sorry I'm a little late on this one, but hey It's OK!! Right?!



It's OK That...
I'm a day late to the party! DEFINITELY OK that's it's Friday though!I haven't blogged in awhile- work is crazy and I don't like posts without pics, and it takes me awhile to upload them.I didn't finish "Life of Pi" in time to participate in Book Club FridayI'm not loving the book, and will be happy when it's doneC had a man-date with my guy friend last night! They went to a Sixers game...I was a lil jealous- haven't been to a basketball game in years, and C promised he would take me this year!I had a really girly night last night- complete with beer (preferred to wine), James Van Der Beek (Apt23 is my new show), junk food, a pedi, and hair straightening!I'm leaving work a little early today to go to a Phillies game!

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Happy Friday loves! 

It's OK !

Yay it's Thursday! Which means one more day til weekend! This week I'm saying "It's Ok" to...
be a little nervous about sending food back when you get the wrong order...what if they spit in it?!
be over Facebook because you're tired of 1. the engagement announcements 2. the new baby announcements (they're cute, but pic overload) and 3. the drama
hate American Idol but love The Voice
love the Voice, but be really mad that they let Cheesa go! She was phenoms. And Mathai. She was so cute!

DEFINITELY ok that Xtina finally put her ta-ta's away!

toomuch.
that I really don't like the new Gmail layout, and I can't figure out how to revert back to the old look
want to read Fifty Shades of Grey (I think) but need a "fluff" book between that and what I just finished, The Millennium Trilogy
to be a little annoyed that my book has been "en route" from Georgia to NJ for 5 days. It does not take that long!
that I'm going to see "The Lucky One" tonight even though I really want to see "5 Year Engagement." It's still going to be a fun girls night!

What are you saying "It's OK" to?

It's OK

This week is seriously flying by! But it's Thursday and pay day! YAY! Except that most of my moola is going to bills. Argh. But It's OK! It's also OK to...
love all these new colored jeans/pants out now, but be too chicken to buy a pair

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 be filling up the calendar for fun summer concerts and events!
not wash your hair every day... that's what dry shampoo is for!
recommend dry shampoo, but have never tried it
fear that a statement necklace may just break my neck... have you seen the  size of some of them?!

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love my knit hat, regardless of the season
not go grocery shopping for a week or two It's amazing how creative you get with leftovers!
think it's crazy that my friends are getting married tomorrow... on Friday the 13th! Seriously, even if you're not superstitious, why take a chance?!

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What are you saying "It's OK" to this week??

It's OK: Easter Edition

Who has a short week/long weekend this week? This Girl! And I couldn't be more excited. It was definitely time for a little break. 
This week I'm saying "It's OK" that...
-I don't like much Easter candy. Jelly beans, Cadbury eggs, All Father's eggs, and those yellow (or pink) marshmallow Peeps are just not for me!
- I bought 8 All Father's eggs this year, and didn't eat one! They are a seasonal candy -chocolate with a coconut middle- made in Trenton, NJ, and C's favorite.
- I did not buy a new dress for Easter this year (even though I love any excuse to go shopping!). Last year's will be just fine. I'll probably be too cold to take my coat off anyway!
- The "Easter Bunny" always forgot to stop by my house when I was a kid! but...
-my mom made up for this with an annual "egg" hunt, in which I had to do stupid stuff like jump on one leg while singing Peter Rabbit before I could get my next clue. No joke. And my mom took pics. Which will never be shown here (sorry I'm not sorry)
- the Easter Bunny not showing helped me grasp the fact that Easter is not about candy and goodies (those are just an added perk!)
- The only time I've ever worn a bonnet was when I was 4. There is proof somewhere
- I just put together my first Easter basket for someone... my Godson! He got  that Paas stuff to dye eggs, a coloring book, an activity book, a regular book, a stuffed "Winter" from Dolphin Tale (I picked it up for him on our trip), the DVD, some sidewalk chalk, a monkey "piggy" bank, and of course some candy...in plastic eggs

What are you saying It's OK to this week??

"It's OK" Thursday: Phone Edition

I'm linking up with Amber and Neely this week to share what weird and wonderful things are "OK" in regards to my phone!!
It's OK to...

- feel completely naked without my phone

- don't really understand Instagram or how people can get their pics to look so freakin cool

- screen my phone calls. If I don't recognize the number, I'm not answering.

- am afraid to start "Draw Something" and get pulled into another time-suck

- have a special ringtone for my mom

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- suck at Words with Friends, but keep making my friends play with me anyway (practice makes perfect, right?!)

- don't answer my phone after 9pm unless I tell someone to call me then. i like to unwind with bf in peace!

- prefer text to calling. I commute a lot, it's just easier than trying to scream over train whistles and the like

- to randomly burst out laughing reading something

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- not like it when people are on their phones during dinner. Major pet peeve.

- take more pics with it than I do with my camera

- make lists and alarms for just about everything. I love lists. and I have the memory of a goldfish, so I need reminder alarms. one of them actually is set for 10pm and says "Pack Gym Clothes!"

What are you saying "It's OK" to this week??

"It's OK" Thursday: Cleaning Edition

Well hello! 
I really wanted to do my post-vacay recap today, but my pics aren't ready yet- boo!
So I decided to join up with Amber and Neely for It's OK Thursdays, which I haven't done in for-ev-er! And because my apartment is a bit disastrous messy right now, and it's Spring and some people do that whole "Spring Cleaning" thing, I figured I would do a cleaning themed one!
So without further ado...

It's OK that...

- I have a wide selection of cleaning products, but don't particularly like cleaning

- I don't empty the dishwasher of clean dishes until I have a stack of dirty dishes to put in

- I am the same way with the (laundry) dryer

- I don't wash my jeans after every wear

- I don't vacuum unless it's Spring Cleaning time, or we have company coming over

- I don't dust. Ever.

- I recently got a file cabinet, but didn't get a chance to organize the files yet, so it's kinda just dumped in there in the back

- because of this crazy weather (I swear it was in the 50's 2 weeks ago and now in high 70's!), we have snow boots next to flip flops, ski pants next to shorts, and wool peacoats next to windbreakers... it's a hot mess!

- I don’t change our sheets very often (even though I really love fresh sheets, it’s just such a hassle!)

- speaking of wrinkles, I also don't iron ever. Lucky for me I have a wonderful bf who doesn't mind ironing :)

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