Weekend Shenanigans - Birthdays and Babies

Monday, why must you come so quickly? I really enjoyed my weekend and heading back to work this morning was not fun.. is it Friday yet? I kid I kid, kinda...

This weekend I spent loving on so many babies and partying it up with family. It was perfection and I cannot wait for another one just like it. It was nice to actually be able to spend time with everyone and enjoy the beautiful weather we were having.

So lets do this.. linkin up.. as per usual.

1. Lexi & Nate's adorable Hawaiian cake and smash cakes. I still cannot believe they are 1!!
2. Lexi & Nate enjoying their smash cakes, Baby's 1st sugar rush was a success, I cannot believe how much they ate!
3. My 3 favorite ladies, lots of rum punch and delicious food!
4. 2nd Stop of the day: Anniversary Party for my aunt and uncle, where I finally met Knox. Damn, my friends make pretty babies.

We also finally got another picture of all 16 of us... were all so old. :(

After the 2 party day I had Saturday, I was exhausted on Sunday. I woke up and ran a 5K, in under 30 minute.. okay well 29:58, but I count it. It was the fastest I have ever run one! Then I sat... all day.. and enjoyed the One Tree Hill marathon that was on Soap Net and ate yummy left overs. It was perfection.

How was your weekend?

<3 Jilly Anne

Back that Azz Up Friday!!!

Is it just me or did everyone else feel like this week was terribly incredibly long?! OK. But for real.. I am ready to spend this weekend with family and friends and lots of fun things to celebrate, like the twins turning 1, my brother turning 25, and my Aunt & Uncle's 30th wedding anniversary, It's a good weekend for this family :)

Anyways let's do this... Linking up for:

1. Koontz Lake IN - this is where I spent many summers with my entire family and I was just told we are going back!!!! Labor Day weekend is going to be a blast :)
2. The Twins turned 1!! I cannot believe it. Love you Lexi & Nate, can't wait to party tomorrow!
3. Rachel Bilson - my inspiration for fall hair. Now if Hart of Dixie could come back like now, that would be great
4. Working out.. This new lifestyle my doc made me do is working... Lost 8lbs and working out harder than ever. Makes me happy!
5. LUKE freaking BRYAN - new album came out, it is all I have listened to allllll weeek. I love it, it's amazing.

And to celebrate Julie & Jim's 30th Wedding Anniversary.. a back that azz up throwback..


Enjoy Y'all and Happy Friday! <3 Jilly Anne  

Currently.....

I am having a major blogging block.. apparently my life is B-O-R-I-N-G during the week and I have nothing fun to talk about, also my brain is fried from work so lets get with what is currently happening....

At least it's Wednesday.. I am ready for the weekend. Already.

 

Here are some things going on currently..

 

1. Luke Bryan new album - Crash My Party came out yesterday and ladies, ITS AMAZEBALLS. I cannot stop listening to it. I have had it on repeat since 6am yesterday.

 

 

 

 

My favs so far...

Beer In The Headlights

Play It Again

I See You

My Kinda Night

 

 

2. Craving anything football food. I went through my Pinterst yesterday looking for my healthy baked fajitas recipe (which i made last night, amaze) and scrolled past all my football stuff.. dips, desserts, pizza, oh my! I love yeast free so far but I would kill from some Spicy Sausage Cheese Dip

Am I right?

 

3. Planning a family vacation for the first time in 12 years. My entire family (like 15 of us) are heading to Koontz Lake, IN our old vacay place for some Labor Day weekend fun. Weekend on the lake with some of my favorite people.. sign me up!

 

 

 

That is all I got, I am sorry I am lame, but it's Wednesday, gimme a break ;)

 

<3 Jilly Anne

 

 

 

Weekend Shanan's

Hey there pretties.. we're all back at it, Monday :( But I have lots of fun things planned for this weekend (and the next few) so if this week could move right along real quick, that'd be great!

Started today off with some Calorie killing Spinning....549 calories before 7am, Ill take it. One of my favorite quotes about working out sums it up perfectly...

 

"WORK OUT IN THE MORNING, BEFORE YOU'RE HEAD REALIZES WHAT YOU'RE DOING"

 

Done & Done.

 

Moving right along... lets do this.. linking up with Sami :

 

 

 

1.Babysitting the cutest tots around on Sunday, they were so happy and fun, maybe cause it's their Bday Week

#1yearolds

2. Ms. Alexis is a walker... she was so fun traveling all about and laughing like crazy, I love being with them.

3. Killer Sunday workout .. 4 mile run & Day 2 of squat challenge (55 squats), My legs were jello

4. Kalen bought an adorable new couch, so we decided, after happy hour, to try and move our old couch. FAIL. We now have a couch 1/2 in the guest room, 1/2 in the hallway.

5. Saturday I went to 3 baseball games to see my friends play, great baseball weather, plus boys in baseball pants ;)

6. Yeast Free drink of choice, Vodka Soda... well deserved after last week and soooo tasty!

 

Have a great Monday everyone!

 

<3 Jilly Anne

H54F & A littel Back that Azz Up :)

Good Morning Pretties and Happy Friday!!

Been a great week and I have a fabulous weekend full of baseball and babies that I can't wait to get to, hope you guys have a great one!! And Wisconsin is blessing us with some B-E-Autiful weather high 70's and sunshine!!

 

 

1. I got to visit Ronald McDonald House Charity for work this week and discuss projects that we can do to help them out. The kids there are so full of life for the terrible things they are dealing with and I am so excited to get involved!

2. My MIRACLE - its a 10 leave in, lite

The bomb, my hair feels and smells amazing.

3. Back in the working out mode, kicking ass.. and loving it.

615 calories in one spin class, 3x per week. #getfit

4. Shark Week - the best week ever. This drinking game is kinda intense, but these shows suck me in every time

#Megladon

5. Breakfast for Dinner - Got back on that yeast free plan thanks to my Dr & Steph @ Beautiful Mess and I feel great, plus I lost 5lbs this week! Holler. Fav Foods - egg whites, turkey bacon, and avocado #Yum

 

Since, its Friday.. lets do this:

 

 

 

My jam from 6th grade on the radio this morning. #perfect

 

<3Jilly Anne

It's Okay Thursdays.

I have to say I really enjoy link ups.. especially ones that are easy and fun, because work has fried my brain and I need a break :)

Here we go ladies, and for reals. thank god tomorrow is Friday!!

 

IT'S OKAY.....

 

...to be really excited with 'fall like' temps, its my fav season...

 

...to watch preseason football just beause it's football, even though none of "my" players are on the field...

 

...to rock out to Will.I.Am & Miley Cyrus multiple times a day (obsessed)...

 

 

...read blogs and write blogs at work when you have a million things to do (right?)...

 

...be craving everything under the sun because your doctor put you on YF, DF, GF diet (get me some pizza)...

 

...to want to quit your job and move to Aruba and live on the beach...

 

...to want a puppy so bad you look online hourly daily for one...

 

...to be a pathlogical car buyer, I cant hold a car for more than 2 years, I need want a new one...

Jeep Compass - Black - Get in my garage

 

...to watch more reality TV than ever...

 

<3 Jilly Anne

Bachlorette Finale Recap

To say last night was unproductive is an understatement, all day at work I knew that once I got home I would be plopping down on the couch to stare at my TV for 3 hours for basically the most awkward Bachlorette Finale ever.

I loved Chris, not as much as Bryden but don't get me started on him. I felt like he was the lovable 'friend' who came out of no where in the last few weeks to steal Des' heart and proclaim her as his. After the Brooks drama I for real thought it was over.

BOO.

Which made me mad, I have invested at least 2 months, and too many hours to admit to this show, I WANNA SEE A DIAMOND!

So last night I was happy .. totes Team Chris (I always thought Drew was whiny, HOT, but whiny) and wanted Chris, boat shoes and all to win Des' love... And he did.

 

 

Yes, the show made it seem like he was the 2nd choice, but I think Des was right, she needed to be heartbroken to see what was really out there (been there) and that this man who had been nothing but amazing to her was what she needed. Now of course this is reality TV so who knows, but I like them together.

 

and apparently they like each other too..

 

 

 

So here is to happy endings and to what we are really excited about...

 and to what we are really excited about...

JUAN PABLO - THE NEW BACHELOR

My DVR is already set and we have to wait until January.

 

you're welcome.

 

<3 Jilly Anne

 

Weekend Shenanigans - August!!!

Hello Loves. Can you believe it's already August?! I for sure am pumped since FALL is my absolutely favorite season ever. Bring on the scarfs, boots, and football games!!!!

Anyways, this was my first weekend in about 154646846 month, I was able to chill out and do nothing and let me tell you I enjoyed every freaking minute of it :)

Linking up with Sami today for:

 

Friday- Started the weekend off with a run - love the new gym - Boy Meets World on TV makes working out easier ;)

Saturday - Lunch with my family at the adorable Irish bar in Lake Villa, Blackthorn, So yummy!

 

Dinner @ Mangia - DT Kenosha, go there! Its so yummy!!!

 

Saturday Night - Drinks at Boathouse, yummy long islands!

 

Sunday - I went to the WI State Fair, I didn't want to , but the babies begged LOL, but really time with the babes and tons of yummy food, I was sold.

BerryWeise & Summer Shandy donut, YUM!

Mike and his favorite - World Famous Cream Puffs

Just a Sunday Funday Selfie with the best Frzn Hurricane .. EVER!

Twinnies - Sleeping through the goodness.

Here is the favs:

Top: Fried Pizza

Middle: Fried Elvis - PB Cup fried in Banana Bread Batter, SOOOO GOOD.

Bottom: Fried PB & Jelly

Not Picture: Fried Cookie Dough

 

We all took a bite of each and I was stuffed. It was yummy!! Which leads to my next pic:

 

CLEAN EATS - GROCERY HAUL

Yeast Free here we come.... this lady is an inspiration.

 

Have a good week y'all!

<3 Jilly Anne

 

H54F - Longest Week Ever.

Hey Yo! I'm back.. Coming back to work, after the most amazefest wedding ever is difficult, hence my lack of blogging. But I will update about my beautiful best friend's wedding as soon as I get my hands on some pics, there are a few, but I want the best... for you!

So lets get set up with Lauren for:

 

1. I found a new facewash and I am in LOVE. This makes my face feel so clean, refreshed, and crazy soft. It also has already cleared my skin up big time!!!

Walgreens - $15

2. Seeing random pictures like this turn up on FB from the wedding. We were trying the bridesmaid pose....

Love the random, not ready faces :)

 

3. My absolute favorite new Song  - Fall Down by Will.I.Am - Feat. Miley Cyrus

If youre obsessed with Summer by Bravo, like me, you know the jam. Turns out the full length is great too!

 

4. The fact that FOOTBALL comes back this weekend. That's right its pre-season and its lame.. but 7pm Sunday night FOOTBALL!!

 

5. I get to go to happy hour tonight.. Thank god work has been hellish this week. Bring on the Vodka Sodas!!

 

 

Have a great weekend Ladies
<3 Jilly Anne