A Very Sad AnnouncementI

I think it's safe to say I have been neglecting this blog. During the summer, I worked approximately 10 days on, then one day off. It was hectic. Then I went to California and Disneyland. Then I went back to Disneyland for a day and then it was off to Florida and Disneyworld for a week.

And now I have a big announcement.

The beginning of the year, so in about 5 weeks, I'm moving back to SoCal.  I'll be living with some of my best friends. I'm not working for Disney this time though.

I'm going to be working for myself.

I'm officially starting TrendyTurtles Spandex company.

https://www.etsy.com/shop/TrendyTurtles


I've wanted this for a long time. And I'm finally going for it. I don't expect it to be easy, but I do expect it to be a crazy experience.

So this blog probably won't be updated anymore. I'll leave it up for a while though, in case you ever need a laugh. Or in case I ever need a reminder that for about 8 months, I celebrated something every single day. That's quite a feat. And I'm so glad I did it.

And if you need to find me, you can contact me through my Etsy store. Or you can look for me in Disneyland, or on one of those beautiful Southern California beaches.

2016 is going to be one heck of a year. And I couldn't be more excited.

I'll Be Back Soon

This blog has sadly been neglected. Life got super busy. But I promise, I will catch up. I look forward to getting back in the hang of blogging. Please don't go away. I'll be back with new recipes and new funny stories :D

Thank you.

August 22: National Toothfairy Day

The Toothfairy no longer visits my house as I lost my last tooth, oh approximately, 12 years ago. But I do have a pretty good Toothfairy story.

When I was about 9 or 10, I had just finished brushing and flossing my teeth. I stretched over the toilet to throw my dental floss into the garbage can and SPLASH, my loose tooth fell into the toilet.

There was no way I was going to reach into the toilet and pull out my tooth. My parents didn't want to reach into that germ-bowl either. But I was adamant that I get my money from the Toothfairy.

So my parents helped me craft a note to the Toothfairy explaining the rather odd situation.

And what do you know, my little note worked.

I woke up the next morning to find myself a dollar richer.

So if you ever find yourself with a missing tooth, a little note to the Toothfairy might just work. 

August 15: National Relaxation Day

Today, you are supposed to rest and relax.

Considering that today is work day 3 out of 10 consecutive days in a row, I didn't really get to relax.

That's okay though. I'll be in Disneyland soon, and even though I wouldn't best describe Disneyland as relaxing, it's fun. Fun and relaxing can often be the same things.

I'm going to make a list of how I like to relax.
- lay in the sun at the beach (ideal in a tropical location)
- have a good and strong alcoholic drink
- read a book
- knit
- put together a puzzle
- eat some chocolate
- bake something yummy (like a cake, or cupcakes, or some cinnamon rolls)
- watch a good movie (like a Batman movie)

And it's always a great idea to relax with a cute kitty :D

What are your favorite ways to relax?

August 12: National Vinyl Record Day

I'm just gonna be honest with ya'all. I had to ask my mom if that old thing we had upstairs was a vinyl record player. It is.

Vinyl records are not from my days. I mean, growing up I did watch VHS and listen to cassette tapes. But I am not as old as vinyl records. (Thank goodness!)

However, I think it's pretty cool that my parents still have a record player, and that they kept a lot of their old records.

And they have A LOT of records.

Although some of my dad's favorites are framed and are used as wall decorations in our game room.

So here's a throw back (a way way way throw back) to the good old days!

August 10: National S'mores Day

It's s'more fun with you!

But in all seriousness, s'mores are great. Lately, I have seen a lot of really good s'mores recipes online.

I decided to celebrate this day, a little non-conventionally.

I went to my local frozen yogurt place, got graham cracker flavored frozen yogurt, and got chocolate frozen yogurt, and drizzled marshmallow cream on top. WABAM! A non-conventional s'more!

Doesn't that look good?

This was the s'mores cake I made for my mom's birthday back in June. A chocolate cake layered with marshmallow creme and toasted graham crackers, and topped off with a chocolate ganache and more toasted graham cracker.

It looked gloopy well, because it was gloopy. But also sweet and rich and very moist.

I miss this cake. I'll have to make it again.

Happy National S'mores Day!

August 9: National Book Lovers Day

I love to read.

But it seems that lately, I never have the time.

I have several books that are anxiously awaiting to be read.

I guess I'll have to get to them in the Fall.

There really isn't much that beats curling up in several blankets with a good book while it's rainy outside. I'm looking forward to it actually.

Here are some of my favorite books:

- Harry Potter series
- Water for Elephants
- Catch 22
- The Help

As a child I was obsessed with Laura Ingalls', "Little House on the Prairie" books. Like totally obsessed. I was obsessed with pioneers in general. I had several pioneer dresses and bonnets. I was quite the sight I am sure.

Currently on My To Read List:
- Go Set A Watchman
- All the Light We Cannot See
- Gone Girl

What are some of your favorite books?