I'm BAAACCCKKK

It's been more than six months since my last post, and, frankly, I don't have a good reason as to why. Sure, I can blame it on laziness, being too busy or simply having nothing fun to write about, but that's not going to get us anywhere. I saw one of my best friends, Julie, on Friday night, and she asked why I haven't posted lately. I said "I just haven't felt like I've had anything to write about," which is true; however, she inspired me to check back into the blogging world and share some of my recent favorites. Here's some recent finds that I love:

1. Dexter - we're now caught up on Netflix and can't wait until 8/17 for Season 4 on DVD.

2. Avon's "Mark" line of cosmetics and skin treatments - remember when our Moms used to sell this when we were kids? Well, Avon is making a comeback and has developed this line to cater to 20and 30-somethings. My aunt is selling these products, so I decided to "help the cause" and invest in some lip glosses, face cream, etc. Rumors say that the Mark line is Mac's lower-priced, sister company. I can't wait to test out my purchases and make my own assesment. Stay tuned for a future post!

3. Girls Night Out - I think Girls Night Out is an important part of every woman's life. Whether it's a night on the town with your best friend or an easy going dinner with your dearest junior high friends, girls night out is something I look forward to all the time. Given my Leo leader nature, I tend to be the organizer of such events, and I'm excited for 6/30 with Holly, Tammy, Kelly and Leah, as well as 7/27 with Becky, Kelly, Julie Lisa, Summer (hopefully - she's due with baby #3 that day) and Kim.

4. Target's "Up and Up" line - I'm especially enjoying the moisturizing serum for my face. Leaves skin silky smooth.

5. ChapStick's "Fresh Effects" chapstick in Invigorating Green Tea.

6. Chipolte's Carnitas Salad - Umm, delicious!

7. Caiprihinas - a delicious summertime drink, similar to a Mojito.

8. My GPS - aka, Gretchen the Garmin.

9. Brunch at the Mission Inn in Riverside - OMG, my first visit today with our family. Stay tuned for a VERY cool post from me in the next week or so.

10. My $8 aviator sunglasses from Old Navy - what a find!

11. Clothes from Kohl's - I'll admit...I'm a pretty big brand snob, but we're always looking for ways to be more economical. They have CUTE stuff! I especially like the Daisy Fuentes, Apt. 9 and Elle lines.

12. My straw Fedora - $10 at Kohl's

13. College World Series (baseball) - GO TITANS!

14. Bath and Body Works' Orange Sapphire body cream - I love anything that smells like citrus.

15. Spending time with my "nephew" Chase, "nephew" Enzo, "nephew" Aiden, "niece" Rylie and "niece" Savi. I'm also looking forward to meeting my new "niece," Caitlyn (Sarah's first), "nephew" Weston (Betsy's first) and Brigagliano "nieces or nephews" (we don't know sex yet, but we know there are two inside Michelle).

Back at ya again soon!
LB