Uncharted Waters

I just did my first ever March Madness (isn't that what it is called?) basketball bracket...this is really uncharted waters for me as I am not a sports fan, have no plans to watch any of the games, and know nothing about the various teams involved. But one of my co-workers made a league thingy on Yahoo sports for our department. I decided to join in because I am the only girl and it would be so fun to beat them all! (insert evil laugh here.)

If anyone has any tips let me know, I have up to the 19th to make changes and need all the help I can get!

A Couple of Movies

Not only is it Monday but it is cloudy and gray here. Very depressing. I am already counting down the minutes until Friday.

Speaking of depressing...K and I went over to my parent's yesterday for a yummy corned beef and cabbage St. Patty's day dinner and we all watched "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas." I thought it was really good but very sad, K didn't really like it. It wasn't as great as I thought it would be but it is worth seeing.

On a happier note, this weekend I saw a good movie on TV that for some reason I had never seen, "Notting Hill." I remember people talking about it all the time when it came out and now I wish I has watched it sooner! I really liked it...and I am not huge romantic comedy person. I love that I can find random movies on TV and record them then fast-forward through the commericals...how did we live without DVR?

Burgers and Old Navy

Ok, so I had to interrupt my lazy weekend for a quick post. First of all, last night K and I grabbed dinner at Five Guys. One just opened up near us and we have been wanting to try it. The burgers are super. There is a very simple menu (basically burgers, fries and hot dogs) and you can get any topping for free. K got the regular bacon cheeseburger (the regular is a double burger) and I got a little cheeseburger (which is plenty) and we shared the regular (huge) fries. If you are ever in the mood for a good burger, cheap and fast I would recommend Fives Guys.

Today I went over to my parents to use their Turbo Tax (yay! my taxes are done, I didn't owe anything and I am getting a pretty big return!) then Mom and I went over to Kohl's and Old Navy.

There are so many cute things at Old Navy right now! I will definitely be making a trip back soon. I got some floral print ballet flats and a striped hoodie-type shirt (I couldn't find pics online) that was on sale for 10 bucks. They also have these adorable summer-weight sweaters. I got this blue, it looks very cute and spring-y especially with the flats. I am so excited for warm weather!

Fashion Friday---Springing into Trenches

The warm weather we have been having lately has been giving me hardcore Spring Fever and with that comes the urge to go shopping. One wardrobe staple is a trench coat, they are so versatile and purchasing one is a great investment. Especially with how stocks are doing right now. In the Spring I love nice bright trenches but it is important to consider your budget, it may be smarter to put more into a classic neutral trench and look for deals on some colorful options that may not be in style for as long.

Here are some options I would buy if money was no object (well excluding the Old Navy which I had to include because it is reasonable and cute.) My favorite is the Moschino...love the bow details and the fact that is looks like a classic khaki trench but with just a little something extra.

If you are like me and can't quite spare $700 right now there is always Target...this is classic, and it comes in a variety of colors. The best part is at $39.99 you can get two, or three!

Gap also has adorable 3/4 length trenches in several colors, and they are on sale. They seem to be pretty versatile and I just love their suggestion to cinch with a ribbon instead of the belt.

One of my favorite places to shop is The Limited, so I love this bold trench, it would totally jazz up my work wardrobe and would look nice with jeans.

For more Fashion Friday tips head over to Big Mama's blog! Happy Friday Everyone!

Attention Housewives Fans! (and people who like to mock them)

Gawker posts absolutely hilarious recaps after each episode of The Real Housewives of NYC, here is the most recent one. Beware if you are reading this in your cubical at work...you may start laughing hysterically causing coworkers to look at you with disdain and/or call HR to have your mental health evaluated.

Things I Am Loving Right Now

Here are some things that I love right now, they are all related to my trying to lose weight and eat better (well except for the lotion...I don't eat it, but it is body related!) What are you loving right now?

Wild Rice- Did you know wild rice isn't even really a rice? It is actually a grass. I really like the flavor (it is kind of nutty) and you can do a lot with it (put it in soups, salads, make stir-fry.) Trader Joe's has a package that is all cooked and just needs to be microwaved for about $4.99 (you can get a couple meals out of it.)

Whoever thought of these is a genius, they taste great and are low calorie. I usually eat 2 wedges on rice cakes with some fruit and yogurt for my lunch. The Garlic and Herb flavor is very good too!

I buy Trader Joe's Goddess dressing but couldn't find a picture. From what I hear it is just as good as Annie's but about $2 cheaper. I have been making very simple salads with it and just some fat free feta cheese...super yummy!

My elbows get very dry in the winter and after using this for just a few days they are so much better. The reason I got it was because I have these red bumps on my arms (it's called keratosis pilaris and apparently it is pretty common especially in people in their teens and 20s...luckily mine isn't too bad...more slightly annoying) and it is supposed to be good for that. I can't tell yet if it has helped at all with the keratosis pilaris but my arms and elbows are much smoother. It is a little thick and makes your skin shinney for a bit so I put it on before I go to bed and wake up nice and smooth!

I love green tea; it has zero calories and lots antioxidants. Plus drinking a mug helps to keep me from snacking on junk food in the evenings.

Real Housewives, Real Rude

Good news! With the help of some green tea I managed to stay awake for the Real Housewives last night. Of course then I couldn't get to sleep, but I guess you can't win them all.

So this season continues to be the Luann Show, we have hardly even seen Alex and Simon and the new girl, Kelly,"Leather-face," only appears to make snippy little comments like she was "the youngest member of the Junior League in New York." Now I have no problem with the Junior League, but it isn't the Olympics...being the youngest member isn't really a big deal. No one cares Leather-face, and bringing it up out of nowhere to brag is rude.

Speaking of rude, the fight at the Hope Lodge, was out...of...control. You know I am no fan of Ramona, in fact I think she is an alien life form inhabiting a human body, but she was trying to give Bethenny some advice in a very friendly way. And Bethenny welcomed it! Then her majesty basically starts to passive aggressively imply that Ramona is a slut! So Ramona makes a comment which probably everyone thought...that Luann's husband is much older then her and she flies off the handle! Luann, he does look old, I thought he was in his 60s too. Even after Ramona apologized and tried to drop it Luann kept picking at it, which is no way to behave in front of your daughter or while doing charity work. If it really upset her that much she should have come to Ramona later.

Luann flew under the radar last season, and I actually thought she was pretty normal, now she is showing her true colors and it is scary. I wonder if anyone will buy her book?

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On a completely different topic...my best friend E texted me last night to tell me she got a job! She got laid off several months ago and has really been struggling to find something and has been pretty depressed. I'm so happy for her!