Even though I know most of you are likely unplugging for the evening already, I still wanted to pop in and share my usual Friday post because it’s my favorite post of the week to write! Let’s get to it!
Things I’m Loving Friday
- Boulder
Even though I had to say goodbye to gorgeous Boulder this morning, I left with a smile on my face and great memories. I’d love to come back for a vacation (I think Ryan would love it!!) and hope to plan another trip to Colorado again soon. Ryan and I have talked about planning a ski vacation with friends one of these years and I’m beginning to get the itch again.
- Reuniting with Old Friends
I had been looking forward to my trip to Denver and Boulder for months because I had a feeling that in between the fun with Celestial Seasonings, I might be be able to squeeze in some quality time with a few of my oldest friends. I loved staying with Michaela earlier in the week and then last night I met up with my buddies Ryan and Steve whom I’ve known since junior high. It was so wonderful to see them and we had a great time catching up!
- 2nd Street Creamery Can’t Tell Me No Cookie Dough Ice Cream
If you love cookie dough ice cream, you must pick up a pint of this stuff the next time you’re at the grocery store. It’s creamy and sweet and absolutely packed with cookie dough pieces and cookie dough flavor thanks to the cookie dough swirl and cookie dough ice cream base. SO GOOD.
I called this hotel home for the past two days and have nothing but good things to say! First things first, the location of the St. Julien hotel in Boulder is fantastic. It’s walkable to lots of different shops and restaurants and my room looked out over the mountains. The shower was beautiful, my bed was comfy and the people working at the hotel were kind and helpful. But the best part? Instead of a chocolate or a mint on your pillow at the end of the night, you get a chocolate-covered Oreo! Talk about amazing turn-down service, huh!?
- Navy Nail Polish
Right before dinner on Wednesday, Caitlin, Monica and I walked into a local nail salon in Boulder to get our nails done. I opted for a simple manicure and for some reason was drawn to navy blue polish. It’s definitely not my normal style, but I like it a lot! I went with a rich blue color from Essie (I forgot to check the name, but it looks like it may have been Essie’s Midnight Cami or After School Boy Blazer) and love the deep indigo color.
- The Return of Scandal
Oh Scandal, how I love you! This show totally sucked me in last year when my mom and I flew through episode after episode over the holidays. I’m so psyched it’s back and just as intense as ever. Woop!
- Giveaway Winners
Congratulations to Lauren H., Ashley B. and Lauren S., the winners of the White Plum Giveaway and to Rebecca, Lexi, Geneva R., Sarah E and Rejeana, the winners for the Whole Foods Giveaway! All winners were emailed today and will received their gift cards shortly. Thank you so much to all who entered both giveaways!
Question of the Day
- What is one think you’re loving this week?
- Any fun weekend plans out there?
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that. ice-cream. YUM
Watch Scandal with my mother, love it!
I love that navy polish! Could wear it this weekend for the Auburn game! Im loving fall tv this week! Between Scandal, How to get away with murder, criminal minds and forever Ive become a veg at night! Gosh, I like messed up shows!!
I’m obsessed with navy nail polish at the minute! I have Essie After School Boy Blazer but recently picked up the newest Fall blue, Essie’s Style Cartel and love it even more!
So happy you got a taste of Boulder! I also love the St. Julien! I haven’t stayed there but have gone to the spa and it is ahhhhmazing. I hope you plan a trip back soon!
Uhmmm, that ice cream looks delicious. I’m googling to see where I can go get this asap.
Chocolate covered Oreo on your pillow? Genius!! 🙂
I know, right!?
Looking forward to making more ice cream! Have a loan of an ice cream maker, one you just plug in and go…one batch down. Pumpkin was top of my list!
Scandal is AMAZING!! Totally sucked in as always!
Hoping to make it out to Denver/Boulder someday for some skiing. Would love to check that off the ski bucket list!
Scandal has that power! I think I may have watched an entire season in a weekend. Whoops? We recently got rid of our cable so I can’t watch the episodes. I am eagerly awaiting for them to be posted to Nexflix. It can’t come soon enough.
We are doing a little tailgating this weekend and heading to the UVA vs. Pitt game in Charlottesville. Can’t wait to recap from Boulder/Celestial Seasonings!!
I just watched the first three seasons in like 4 days. You’re not alone. 🙂
I am loving the new show “How to get away with murder”!!! It’s soooo good! Unfortunately I have a lot of studying and study groups to look forward to this weekend but hoping to get in a trip to the farmers market (charlotte has some good ones!!) and always look forward to Elevation Church on Sunday! Have a great weekend!!!
Oh man that ice cream sounds so good! I’m loving the warm weather we’re having out in California–it’s in the 90s today!
oh BOY i need that ice cream! Im the cookie dough queen… seriously.. anything cookie dough and IM GAME. This week I’ve been loving peanut butter… with everything.
Love navy nail polish also! my favorite is essie “no more film”. It’s perfect for fall and winter months! I also love Colorado, it’s one of my favorite states! It’s gorgeous there anytime of the year. As for this weekend, I’m actually running my first half marathon, eek!
that ice cream sounds amazing!
I’m glad you enjoyed your time in our beautiful state, it is nice to hear from someone that does not live here how much they love it. I think I tend to take it for granted since I have lived here over half my life. Boulder has a bit of a reputation as a college party town/hippy town for a lot of us though I have to admit I have never actually been there myself. I guess I will have to give it a try.
I am really loving my new toe polish color. Very fall! I am also really enjoying the music video for OneRepublic -I Lived. It is an amazing tribute to Cystic Fibrosis Awareness.
I have wanted to visit Boulder for the longest time!! It sounds amazing!
Tomorrow I’m getting my hair cut and colored before I go to the pumpkin patch then on Sunday, I’m doing a 5k. It’s going to be a pretty action packed weekend!
Sounds like a blast!!
Current favorite things: Tazo Pumpkin Spice Tea and PaleOMG’s creamy pumpkin casserole. So good. Pumpkin everything!
I love that navy nail polish. Navy has never crossed my mind as a possible nail colour choice for me but I may have been won over. I am loving Cinnamon Dolce Lattes lately. After reading all of your posts about them I tried one out and it might be my new go-to choice!
Yay!! So delicious!
I also am loving navy polish right now. My 2 fave are OPI Russian Navy and Eurso Euro. They’re both fantastic with my cool skin tone.
Ooooh I will have to look for those!
I love navy nail polish too! I discovered it last fall/winter and it is really flattering. One fun thing this weekend for me is Austin City Limits. It is a HUGE musical festival in Austin. I have never been – should be very cool. Have a great weekend. Happy b-day to Ryan!
I’m loving fall TV! I love that Scandal is back and I’m recording How to Get Away With Murder but haven’t had a chance to watch any episodes yet. I record some shows just so I can watch them on the treadmill, gives me incentive to workout!
I haven’t been to Boulder for awhile, but its only about a 6 hour drive for me! I need to go back soon! Hope the weekend is Great and a Happy Birthday to Ryan! 🙂
I work literally a block from the St. Julien! We should have met up for coffee!
I LOVE Scandal. I also started watching How to Get Away With Murder, which is another Shonda Rhimes show, and it’s just as trashy and awesome as Scandal. Totally hooked.
My husband and I started watching Scandal last year too and totally got sucked into it! We are now one season behind and everytime I see a preview for it I have to turn the TV on mute and look away because I don’t want to see any spoilers. I’m glad to hear it’s still as suspenseful and exciting as ever!
I love those nail colors, andthat hotel is so beautiful!
Boulder is just so fally right now and I love it!
Come to Blend next year!!! At Chautauqua – right at the base of the Flatirons!
Boulder looks beautiful!! My boyfriend went to college there and absolutely loved it. I totally want to go back with him sometime on vacation!
I know how you feel about Scandal — I’m also excited for the return of Nashville and The Good Wife!
The main thing I’m stoked about this weekend? The surprise party I threw last night that was a whopping success!! I’m still flying high on the look of utter shock and happiness on my loved one’s face!
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Love the blue nail polish 😉 great idea !
I love boulder – I have a friend that lives there and this makes me think I need to go visit her….soon!!
I want to jump through the screen and steal some of that cookie dough ice cream-YUM! And loving that navy nail polish! I saw the Butter London kind at Ann Taylor the other day and it’s been on my mind ever since. Such a pretty color for fall 🙂 Hope you had a great weekend!
whoaaa I have not seen that ice cream before.. it looks amazing!
It is SO SO SO GOOD!
I LOVE rich blue nail polishes! I am so sad that I can’t wear fun polish at work 🙁