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1. So I was totally planning on doing a little Vegas recap, ToL style, until I started looking through my phone and realized that I barely took any pictures while I was gone. Oops. Are you guys as bad as I am with that kind of thing? I mean… I like looking through old pictures every now and again, but I usually have to ninja them from other people because I always forget to take them myself. And it’s even worse when I’m with family or friends — then the phone barely ever comes out at all. I’m still trying to decide if that’s a good thing or a bad thing.
2. That being said, I did manage to snatch some pics of the conservatory at the Bellagio…
3. And then this random dress made out of flowers… which I imagine would smell nice but be a pain in the butt to maneuver in.
But other than that and about 20 pictures of fireworks and fountains, what happened in Vegas is just going to have to stay in Vegas. Apparently.
4. Oop. Lies. I found this one…
Apparently I thought it was important to document the fact that I had iced coffee…probably because I’m pretty sure I’ve mentioned on a few occasions that I’m not the biggest fan, but there was no way that you’d catch me drinking hot coffee when it was 42C (108F) outside. I also had to make an exception to my 1 coffee a day rule… mainly because I haven’t managed to get to sleep before 2 AM for about 2 weeks now. Oops.
5. That being the case, coffee and high-energy music have been getting me through the days. Currently very much obsessing over this song. I dare you to listen to that and not start dancing around in your chair… which may or may not be what I’m doing as we speak…
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6. Actually… confession: it’s been coffee, high-energy music, and jelly beans. Speaking of which, someone really needs to tell me who thought it’d be a good idea to stick black liquorice jellies in the last bag I picked up…
No offense to anyone who likes black liquorice, but it’s definitely not my cup of tea. You’re more than welcome to come have mine — I have a nice pile going for you.
7. And before you go raising your eyebrows at my sugar habit (which really isn’t that out of hand and actually makes me feel pretty good [contrary to popular belief]), I’m still keeping things balanced with veggies and exercise on the other end of the spectrum. Actually, I recently picked up a new pair of shoes which I’m all sorts of in love with.
I know Nike Free’s may not be the best shoes for running, but for the gym and random cross training? They’re my favourite. So comfy.
8. So hey! Who’s going to see the Minions movie this weekend?! I don’t really have the best track record when it comes to seeing movies in theatres, but for minions? I think I can make an exception.
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9. I’ve been thinking about modifying my posting schedule a little bit. I normally try to post a recipe or something on Fridays, but that makes Thursdays kind of crazy since I’m trying to read and comment on everyone’s ToL posts while juggling my own comments, e-mails, work, and blog writing. I’m going to try switching to Saturdays over the next couple of weeks and see how that goes over.
10. And on that note, I’ll see you on Saturday 😀 Have an awesome Thursday, friendly faces!
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This recipe tastes so fantastic and is so simple to prepare that it is one of my favorites.
I went to Vegas for the first time about 3 years ago and it was a great trip. SO hot though – I got sunburned through my clothes!
I need to see the Minions movie so so soon! I think I’ll have to make an exception as well. =)
I saw that same Bellagio conservatory, often actually and it made me nuts to walk through it because all the people stopped and taking pictures. Ha.
I can’t wait to see the Minion movie. Even the Hubby wants to see this one.
Of course your new sneakers are black. 🙂
I stopped really seeing it too after about the 10th time 😛 It’s pretty at night, though!
It’s funny because whenever I see the minion movie preview I think of you haha. I know how much you love those lil guys 🙂 I probably will not be seeing it but would when it comes out on DVD. I really want to go to Vegas soon. Haven’t been in forever and I’m getting the itch!!
I love the minions. Probably more than I should. I can’t wait to see that movie.
And I could definitely go for iced coffee and jelly beans…
I’m not an ice coffee fan either…at ALL, but I totally dig the new Starbucks cold brew! So smooth and silky.
I am 100% with you on black jellybeans. Ew.
Also I tried drinking Starbucks coffee today, made it about a quarter of the way through and tossed it. Can’t.do.it.
This just… made me very sad 😥
I always have to ninja photos from other people because I get too caught in the moment to remember to take pictures. High-energy music is what gets me through most of my days.
Ahh minimal photos probably means you had an awesome time in Vegas 🙂 And I still need to get on my Despicable Me game, but maybe I’ll bypass the two movies and go straight for the Minions movie. It looks hilarious!
Ok. But then you have to go back and watch the other two because they’re kind of flipping amazing. I didn’t think much of them either, but then a friend got me to watch them and I was kicking myself for not seeing them sooner.
The conservatory at the Bellagio is my favorite place in all of Vegas. I could spend all day in their watching people experience it all. It’s so beautiful. I am off to see the minion movie tomorrow morning, and I could not be more excited!
Girrrrl if I could get into that flower dress… that’s GORGEOUS. I have a thing for floral lately.
And I’m on a sugar kick too…shhh… iced coffee and all 😉 It must be SUMMER! 🙂
I agree 100% with the black jelly beans! I just don’t understand why people think they are so great! Also the minion movie?! Say what! What planet have I been living on.
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You need to buy that dress and wear it. You’d rock it.
Would you water it for me?
I cannot drink Iced Coffee even in the temperatures about 100! Your music choice is matching your recent vacation. All I need is a pool and maybe a Mojito!
I want to see Minions soooo badly!!!
I have never been much of a picture taker when I go places- I literally come back from someplace only to realize I have about 289 pictures of my face and 10 pictures of food. Glad you had fun though- the decorative displays looked so beautiful. I am also totally with you on black licorice, I HATE IT <3.
I’m better with pictures when I know I’m going somewhere super picturesque and I take my DLSR with me. But for the most part I never want to lug that thing around 😯
I think it’s a great sign you forgot to take pictures 🙂 Living in the moment! That song is fun. Listening now!!
I just treated myself to an Iced Caramel Macchiatto this morning after my run. 🙂 It hit the spot! Those Vegas pics are beautiful. So colorful!
Black licorice-YUCK!!!! I don’t even know why they put those in jelly bean bags!!!!
I am the complete opposite actually-I take pics of EVERYTHING and I swear that is the only way I remember most things-hahaha!
I need to go back to Vegas-good memories!
Have a terrific Thursday!!
I usually take a ton of photos on trips, but it’s always been for my own remembering rather than any social media or blog stuff. I love looking back on photos from when I studied abroad or trips my husband and I have gone on. Black jelly beans are the worst flavor. I think licorice/anise is like cilantro – people either love it or it makes their taste buds die.
Love that jelly beans made an appearance on the blog today 🙂 #CandyLove
I have a feeling they’ll be making more appearances, because… uhm… the addiction is real 😆
That flower dress is amazing. I want one.
Definitely shift things up if you need to for your mental health. It’s way more important than driving yourself crazy. We’ll still be here 🙂
Love those Nike Frees! Totally agree – not the best for running but I love them for cross training & walking around!
I always feel like I take a MILLON and two pictures all day long, usually supe stupid ones, UNTIL I’m actually doing something picture worthy when I forget. #fail. I guess that’s a good sign that I’m having fun and too busy or distracted to grab a camera, but still a bummer.
I will happily take all of your black jelly beans off your hands 🙂 They’re my favorite! This past Easter I actually saw that Target was selling bags of JUST black jelly beans and I about died. I didn’t buy it, because whoaaaaaaa baby would that be a recipe for major tummy disaster, but I was happy to see that Brach’s understands me and my jelly bean preferences.
You are getting me STOKED to go to Vegas this summer with all my girlfriends! Let me know if you have any recommendations in terms of things to do or places to eat. Read: mostly places to eat 😉 . Any girl. Black licorice. You already know how much I hate it. I really don’t understand how any black licorice company strays in business because the overwhelming majority of people have told me that they hate it as well 😯
Text me a little while before you leave and we’ll talk all things Vegas! You’re seriously going to have the best time there!
Yes to the black jelly beans, why? Just why?! Although both my dad and brother like them, ew!
Oooooh the Bellagio!!! So beautiful. It so reminds me of my birthday night when I was there!!
Love the Nike’s. And Jelly Beans no question. All of them.
The other day, Amin said your blog name is one of his favorites. Hahaha. He secretly reads my blends blogs, which I think is so sweet.
I think Nike Frees are SO comfy! They’re the best gym/walking shoe, for sure. I like them for running too – they trained me to step lightly so now I run like a fairy/butterfly… or something like that.
Haha! I think I’ve told you that I like the guy? You should keep him 😉 And the lady at the store did say that it just takes some getting used to. Hopefully she was right about that…
I love my Nike Frees for just wandering around. They’re pretty much perfect for walking, cross-training, not so much running, but they are really comfortable! I’m glad you had a great time in Vegas. Sometimes the lack of pictures means so much more. You were out there enjoying yourself living life instead of trying to capture every moment for the memory books or for the blog. That can be far more valuable 🙂
I love the licorice jelly beans! Licorice anything in fact! And jelly beans- the cupcake and marshmallow flavours are crazy addictive- yumm 🙂
I am SO excited for the minions movie, and I’ve also been wanting a pair of Nike Frees for cross training. Lord knows I can’t run in them — but gym time? Perfect.
These pictures make Las Vegas look so amazing! I have the itch to go back now. Lol. Look forward to your Saturday post – there aren’t too many of those going around these days!
I’m the same way with taking pictures, particularly of myself. Or asking people to take them for me. It’s always an after thought. What you got of the Bellagio was beautiful though!
And I just decided to start changing up my posting schedule too. I feel like no one is on the computer on Fridays so I’ve decided to start posting recipes on Thursdays (and hopefully a TOL post one day too!). I’m curious to see how posting on Saturdays works for you!
It’s too soon to say so far, traffic-wise, but in terms of workload? I’m definitely loving it. It’s nice to have a day off between posts — let’s me focus more on promotion and social media!