tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12730384554482767912024-03-14T05:32:07.536-07:00it's a sunday afternoonTaylor M.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07514533720640381220noreply@blogger.comBlogger78125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1273038455448276791.post-9979277765279404842012-04-10T08:47:00.000-07:002012-04-10T08:47:00.541-07:00Positive Changes<div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I went back and forth about writing this post </span><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">(partly because I’m not telling either of my jobs yet)</span> but decided that I wanted to share my excitement with whoever reads my blog or happens to stumble upon it.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: #20124d;">I’m moving to California</span>! YAY. I won’t actually be moving until July but the decision has been made.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">For those who knew my plan was originally to move to Chicago by August I’m just going to say that a part of me is sad because I will be putting that goal on hold for now. I’m praying often that God leads my path back to the city that I love so much. Until then I’m asking for support in the direction I’m headed and if you don’t have anything nice to say then, please, don’t say anything. This decision was hard for more reasons than just putting Chicago on hold, most importantly knowing that I’m going to be so far from my immediate family, especially my nephews.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I’m excited for a new chapter in my life and to rediscover California as an adult. I tend to get ahead of myself and I’m trying to stop myself from daydreaming too much about what awesomeness is ahead. I’m imaging long runs on the beach, cooking dinner with Mr. Scottie B., reconnecting with friends from my childhood, and discovering new music while I sit in traffic <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(one of my biggest cons on my California list was having to keep my car but I’m trying to think positive)</span>.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">The actual move is a few months away but before I know it, it will be moving day. Each day I get a little more excited especially because I won’t be seeing Mr. SB until I move <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(if you don't know the story or haven't caught on...Mr. SB, my boyfriend, lives in California)</span>. Along with my feeling of excitement I’ve also had a flood of other emotions (I’m nervous, sad, anxious, happy) but I’m trying to stay grounded in God and seek Him out when I’m feeling overwhelmed.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I’m sure I’ll be posting more about the move as it approaches. And for those friends in Boise I do think that my mom and I may take a detour on the drive/move and visit Idaho for a few days <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(I’ll keep you posted)</span>. Yay for positive changes!</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">PS. I know I don’t include my belief in God in a lot of my posts but I did mention it in this one. And I also know that a lot of my friends (and people for that matter) don’t have the same beliefs as me which is something I truly respect. We are a nation lucky to be able to practice and believe what we want in peace and I support that with all of my heart. Please be kind and respectful of my personal beliefs even if they are different from yours and I’ll continue to do the same.</span></div>Taylor M.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07514533720640381220noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1273038455448276791.post-36751100184482713982012-03-28T18:17:00.000-07:002012-03-28T18:17:30.855-07:00oh, Hi!<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I'm going to pretend like I haven't been ignoring my blog.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">So Hi, blog. Mr. SB's visit was wonderful. Being back in Chicago felt so good. We watched the river get dyed green, saw a little bit of the parade, went to the south side of Chicago to an authentic Irish Pub, and hung out with my friend from work. We also spent a few days in Madison and that was fun.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">It felt amazing to be face to face with Mr. Scottie B. and on top of that we were back in Chicago. I'm a busy lady with two jobs and trying to keep up with a gym schedule... but I'm going to try to keep blogging regularly. </span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Here are tons of photos mostly from St. Patrick's Day. Enjoy.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</span></div>Taylor M.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07514533720640381220noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1273038455448276791.post-12217390300736833982012-02-10T09:58:00.000-08:002012-02-10T09:58:07.699-08:00Friday Links<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Happy Friday!</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">The weather is gloomy here in Madison today. This kind of weather definitely calls for comfy clothes, something warm to drink, and a movie marathon. I, unfortunately, will not be spending my day doing those things. I will be working both my jobs instead. </span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I’m absolutely smitten with <a href="http://bleubirdvintage.typepad.com/">this</a> wedding.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I’ve been doing a lot of running lately and need new running shoes so badly <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(my poor feet hate me right now)</span>. I’m totally digging <a href="http://store.nike.com/us/en_us/?l=shop,pdp,ctr-inline/cid-1/pid-438128/pgid-438130">these</a> and <a href="http://www.shopnewbalance.com/women/shoes/running/training/WR10RG">these</a>. <span style="font-size: xx-small;">Quick note on this subject- When I do decide to shell out the over $100 for nice running shoes, I’m going to go get fitted for a proper shoe.</span></span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Have you tried <a href="http://www.chobani.com/">Greek Yogurt</a>? Of course you have, I’m the only one behind on this trend. Anyway, it is delicious.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I’ve had these three songs on repeat this week <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sv6dMFF_yts">one</a>, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jCtt0LuEaXc&feature=fvsr">two</a>, and <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQZhN65vq9E&ob=av2e">three</a>.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I can totally see myself in <a href="http://www.modcloth.com/shop/dresses/glastonbury-gal-dress">this</a> dress while Mr. SB and I explore San Fran (hoping our next visit is a meet up there <span style="font-size: xx-small;">*crosses fingers*</span>).</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Since it’s tax season I thought <a href="http://www.blogger.com/%E2%80%9Dhttp://www.wheredidmytaxdollarsgo.com%E2%80%9D">this</a> website was interesting. I wonder how accurate it is? Speaking of taxes, you should refresh your memory about <a href="http://people.howstuffworks.com/income-tax.htm">how income taxes work</a>. We are lucky to live in the United States, so maybe we should keep ourselves educated about stuff <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(I’m just sayin’)</span>.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">If you live in or near any of the cities listed for <a href="http://thecolorrun.com/">this run</a> you MUST do it. I’ve seriously been checking their website daily <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(is that a little obsessive?)</span> to register for the Chicago run. It’s not timed and their website says it’s all about fun with friends and family… Boise friends there’s a run there, DO IT.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I hope everyone has a lovely weekend. Oh and <a href="http://aprilandjakesadventure.blogspot.com/">April and Jake</a> are going to be parents VERY soon, like in a day, so positive vibes for everything to go smoothly. I can’t wait to see pictures of the twitter baby. I’m off to get some sushi for lunch (no I didn’t just blog at work <span style="font-size: xx-small;">*attempts to wink but looks dumb*</span>).</span></div>Taylor M.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07514533720640381220noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1273038455448276791.post-42976732846751412602012-02-09T21:08:00.000-08:002012-02-09T21:08:00.135-08:00<div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Sigh. I’m sorry people who actually read this. I know I recently said that I wanted to start posting more often to the blog but then I started my second job. So, I’ve been busy and tired. My second job is going well. My new position is as a front desk agent for a hotel in Madison. I’m still working at US Bank full time and the hotel around three nights a week. I’ve been getting my body use to less sleep and staying up late (my nights at the hotel end after 11pm and then I have to be back at the other job by 8am). I guess these are my excuses for being lazy about posting to the blog.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Anyone who sent positive vibes and/or prayers for me about the search for a second job, thank you! I’m so thankful to have found a second job. This opportunity will help move me toward my goal of moving to Chicago (by August *fingers crossed*). </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">As for a long distance update, Mr. Scottie B. and I are doing well. Some days are harder than others and on the hard days I just long to be near him. I’m putting our trust in each other and God and still feel strongly that where we are is right.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">The first weekend after I got back from my trip to California my nephew Jaxson had his first hair cut and I also babysat that weekend. I'm so happy to be around to watch these boys grow up. They're so sweet and very smart.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</div>Taylor M.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07514533720640381220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1273038455448276791.post-26751919643649495142012-01-31T18:40:00.000-08:002012-02-09T21:10:05.668-08:00California Part Three<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Part three of my trip was easily my most favorite part. Where did I leave off? Ah, yes. Friday before Mr. SB had to work, we visited his <a href="http://www.csuci.edu/">school</a> and he showed me around. The campus is beautiful and the library was so cool. Mr. Scottie B. took me to downtown/old town Ventura to hang out while he had to work. I went to Urban Outfitters and I bought a cute dress and Mindy Kaling’s new <a href="http://theconcernsofmindykaling.com/">book</a>. If you enjoy funny, confident women with ambition, I recommend the book. I ate lunch at a Thai place, which wasn’t that good (disappointing). I still had quite a few hours to kill and I wasn’t in the mood to shop. I went to a movie and saw “The Descendants”. Mr. SB thinks it’s strange that I went to a movie by myself, but I like movies and who cares. Then, surprise, I went to Starbucks to wait for Mr. SB.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><br />
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</span></div>Taylor M.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07514533720640381220noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1273038455448276791.post-56394723352627000882012-01-25T23:06:00.000-08:002012-01-25T23:06:16.589-08:00Guess Who's 23?<div style="color: #274e13; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>Happy Birthday Mr. Scottie B.</b></span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Some days I still have such a hard time wrapping my head around the fact that you are in my life. I thank God everyday for you. You truly are such a blessing. You push me to be a better person and encourage me to follow my dreams and goals. </span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Today is your birthday and I'm sad that I'm not there with you. I hope you know that I'm thinking of you and can't wait for the next time we are together.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Mr. SB, you are strong, kind, and confident. I admire your passion for God and your free spirit. Your positive attitude and happiness is contagious. There are so many more qualities and characteristics that I love about you, but if I list them all this post might then go on too long.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I'm so incredibly glad that we had the opportunity to explore Chicago together. And I'm looking forward to many more cities to have adventures in. I'm excited for what the future holds for us both.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">As I’ve mentioned before I’m looking for a second job. So far I haven’t had much luck, mostly because of my own lack of ambition. I was having a hard time feeling comfortable interviewing for a job and then saying “By the way, I’m going to be gone for ten days”. So right before I left for my trip I interviewed at a hotel in Madison, it went well. Today I checked in with the manager and I have a second interview tomorrow. So, positive vibes or prayers are much appreciated.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">When I arrived in California I was nervous, excited, anxious, and all sorts of emotions. But as soon as I saw Mr. Scottie B. all of my emotions turned into happiness, just happiness. After spending two months skyping, texting, and talking on the phone, to finally see him…in person, right there…was so great.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">We grabbed my luggage, got in his <span style="font-size: xx-small;">new</span> car, and started to drive up Pacific Coast Highway. As I started to see familiar California stuff, I became quite obnoxious. haha. It went like this “awww, palm trees”, “awwww, Ralphs”, “awww, In-N-Out”, etc. This went on for about a day. It was just such a cool feeling to be in California. I grew up there and have a lot of family memories at these places. I know I claim Idaho as my home, since it’s where I feel like I established my roots. But California is also a part of childhood and life. Mr. SB stopped along PCH at a little beach and I got to put my feet in the Pacific Ocean for the first time in six years. The weather was warm and sunny, I could not have asked for a better first few hours in California.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Saturday we got ready and went to downtown (or was it called old town?) Ventura. We ate at <a href="http://naturesgrillventura.com/">Nature’s Grill</a>, Mr. Scottie B. got ice cream, and we checked out some thrift stores. Then I, of course, had to change before meeting Mr. SB’s friend (quickest outfit change ever). Then we went to <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-dugout-moorpark">The Dugout</a> to watch Tim Tebow kick ass…. Or so we thought. Mr. SB initiated a prayer circle and a few people Tebow’d for winning vibes, but the Denver Broncos still lost. But I had a great time meeting all of his friends. Everyone was very nice and lots of fun. There was talk of camping but unfortunately that didn’t work out <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(in case you didn’t know, I do not like camping. That unfortunately was sarcasm)</span>. But in all honesty, if we would have ended up camping I would have made the best of it. I know I would have been in great company and had fun. So for future reference, Mr. SB you <b>CAN</b> take me camping and I will only complain a little bit (I promise).</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I was probably most nervous for Sunday. We went to Mr. SB’s church that he attended during high school. We met lots of people and he wore his uniform. He looked very handsome <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(as usual)</span>. Then… I met his parents <span style="font-size: xx-small;">DUN DUN DUNNN</span>. His parents are so lovely. They are incredibly nice. I think it went well <span style="font-size: xx-small;">*crosses fingers*</span>. After the nerve wrecking meeting, Mr. Scottie B. and I went to Santa Barbara and walked around State Street. We got coffee, ate dinner, and I bought a California shirt. Santa Barbra was a very fun, trendy little spot or at least the area we saw was.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">That’s part one of three, I think. I might just do two parts, we’ll see. I failed at taking photos for the first few days. I was enjoying myself and still have a hard time not feeling silly taking out my huge camera to take photos. There are a lot more photos to come!</span></div>Taylor M.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07514533720640381220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1273038455448276791.post-87352220577185378032012-01-24T18:12:00.000-08:002012-01-24T18:12:40.377-08:00Blogging and Such.<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Have you ever gotten back from a vacation and felt like you needed another one? That's how I felt this morning. I think it was mostly because I spent the final day of my trip on airplanes and in airports. Apparently sitting around all day is exhausting.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">It was such an odd feeling being back in Madison and just going back to my normal routine. I left for California on January 13th and upon arriving I was back in Mr. Scottie B.'s arm right away. My trip was everything I expected it to be. It was filled with love, wine, fun, meeting Mr. SB's family, the beach, and so much more.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I was going to post part one of my trip tonight. But I'm having issues with the editing tool I normally use for photos and I'm actually not feeling 100% (crossing my fingers that I'm not getting a cold). So forgive me, I <b>promise</b> it will be up tomorrow.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Mr. Scottie B. and I discussed my blog a little bit while I was in California and he encouraged me to expand my posts beyond just pictures of my life. So I've been thinking about it a lot and I do want to post about different things. I love to bake and would enjoy baking new recipes and posting about it. And maybe my perspective, struggles, and positive outlook about my long distance relationship would be encouraging to others. And I have goals that, I think, by sharing would hold me accountable.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I'm excited about sharing more with whoever stumbles upon my blog! So expect more posts to come about all sorts of awesomeness.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</span></div>Taylor M.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07514533720640381220noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1273038455448276791.post-19331570331222085482011-12-31T11:58:00.000-08:002011-12-31T11:58:09.778-08:00Here's To 2011 [image heavy]<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">It has been quite a year. So much has happened that took me by surprise. By the beginning of 2011 I had a good job in Madison and was spending lots of time with my family. I was adjusting to my new environment and was enjoying catching up on the time I had missed while living states away.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Then Facebook changed the course of my year... I know, I know. Flippin' Facebook :/ I discovered that Mr. Scottie B., who I knew way back when I was 12, was living just a few hours away. And in March of 2011, we had our first date. I spent most of 2011 working and planning weekends with Mr. SB. We explored Chicago and fell in love with the city...and we fell in love with each other.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">And thanks to my parents, within this year I was able to travel to New York City, Boston, Philadelphia, and New Hampshire. Each place was an awesome experience. NYC and Boston are such cool cities and I had so much fun. I can't wait for the next opportunity to explore Boston again.... okay or a new city.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I also discovered my love of baking this year. I baked cupcakes, cookies, and treats. I brought lots of goodies to Mr. SB and had a few failures too. But with the encouragement of Mr. Scottie B. and my fam, I will continue my baking adventures into the new year.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">This year has been so great. I'm so excited for 2012 and pray it will bring just as much joy as this year has. I'm looking forward to starting my new year with a visit to see Mr. Scottie B. (only two weeks away :)</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I hope everyone reflects on 2011 with a happy heart and have positive attitudes about the upcoming year.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Here's some pictures from throughout the year.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I hope everyone else had a lovely Christmas full of joy. Here are some photos from our Christmas morning.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</div>Taylor M.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07514533720640381220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1273038455448276791.post-15698322803619001832011-12-26T08:14:00.000-08:002011-12-26T08:14:23.043-08:00Ethan is 4!<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Well technically his birthday is tomorrow. Last weekend he had a Chuck E. Cheese birthday. It was lots of fun. <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(side note: Chuck E. Cheese is a giant creepy mouse).</span> Rachel made red velvet cupcakes, we ate pizza, and played lots of games. I think it was a successful birthday party. </span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I would say that it seems strange that Ethan is already four, but that seems about right. I was so lucky to have been there when he was born (at the time I lived in Idaho and we were visiting Madison in hopes that he would be born around his due date). And since moving here I've gotten to watch him grow up and it's been wonderful. He's the coolest four year old I know (not that I know many).</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Happy Birthday EthanE! I love you so much and am proud to be your aunt.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</span></div>Taylor M.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07514533720640381220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1273038455448276791.post-16822728544061043552011-12-18T15:01:00.000-08:002011-12-18T15:01:08.214-08:00Hair<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">If you follow me on Twitter or Facebook, you probably know I cut my hair finally. I posted that I was going to do this. When I finally did, it was so difficult. I have never cried when I cut my hair...until now.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">This may sound silly but...I think it was so hard to cut because I made so many amazing memories with my long hair. And Mr. SB loved my long hair. It took a little while to get use to but I'm liking it more. I actually do my hair everyday because it's so much easier. I will tell you though, I miss my long hair pretty much everyday. But I am looking forward to the different lengths I'll get to play with as it grows.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</div>Taylor M.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07514533720640381220noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1273038455448276791.post-39818874417324909682011-12-18T14:52:00.000-08:002011-12-18T14:52:52.193-08:00Sorry<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I realize it's been quite a while since I blogged. It was not my intention to take a break, it just kind of happened. Mr. Scottie B. has been gone for month, that's crazy! I'm going to California for a visit in one month and can not wait to see him!</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Thanksgiving was lovely. We watched football and put together a puzzle. We ate lots of good food and gave thanks for the blessings in our lives. With not a ton of family in Wisconsin, our thanksgiving was a small event...which is aokay.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I'm still searching for a second part time job. I haven't had much luck yet. I feel like I'm being kind of picky about it, but it is a second job. And I really want something that I'll enjoy and somewhere I can make friends.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Here are some photos from thanksgiving, Christmas tree, and a babysitting weekend with my nephews.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</span></div>Taylor M.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07514533720640381220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1273038455448276791.post-89068783316121673862011-11-22T18:14:00.000-08:002011-11-22T18:14:33.836-08:00<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I'm 22. That's strange.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I started Sunday, my birthday, at church. I came home ate breakfast and then went to Target. I had some me time and thrifted a little bit. When I got home I spent time with Courtney, Ben, and Lola and ate fish tacos for dinner. Then Rachel and my nephews came over to sing Happy Birthday, Mom made cupcakes, and I played with my nephews. Then I got to talk with Mr. Scottie B. via skype (thanks to a new webcam from my parents :). It was an awesome day.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div>Taylor M.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07514533720640381220noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1273038455448276791.post-3967365563621837522011-11-22T17:49:00.000-08:002011-11-22T17:49:36.454-08:00The start of a long distance relationship<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Friday was Mr. Scottie B.'s last day in Chicago and then he headed home to California. Mom and I drove to base on Friday morning to watch him graduate. I'm not sure if I told him this, but I felt so proud. After we watched him graduate, we all went to Lake Forest to have brunch. Mom wasn't too embarrassing and it was fun. Then mom drove us to the airport. Mr. SB checked his bags and because he is military, they let me through security to see him off (this was very cool). So we spent the day at the airport just spending time together. </span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Mr. Scottie B. and I drank wine at the airport bar and he gave me my birthday present. It is a gorgeous diamond owl necklace (first jewelery a boyfriend ever gave me). It is perfect, I'm in love with it. And after we had dinner at Macaroni Grill. About an hour before his plane was to board, I finally got upset. I cried a lot and probably looked like a crazy person. It was super tough to say goodbye. I had spent the whole week before feeling strong and positive, but when the time finally came for him to leave I feel like I finally broke.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">So now I'm here in Madison and Mr. Scottie B. is back livin' in California. Originally the plan was I would visit at the end of December...but the tickets are so expensive. So, it looks like my first visit won't be till January (around Mr. SB's birthday). Two months and counting till I get to kiss that dude's face.</span></span></div>Taylor M.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07514533720640381220noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1273038455448276791.post-82284079761289693182011-11-20T17:33:00.000-08:002011-11-20T17:33:39.400-08:00On a Sunday Afternoon<div style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Happy Birthday to me</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div>Taylor M.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07514533720640381220noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1273038455448276791.post-90401483948489577192011-11-15T18:23:00.000-08:002011-11-15T18:23:12.130-08:00Last Weekend<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">This past weekend was Mr. Scottie B.'s last weekend before he leaves to go home. He'll get his information about flying home Friday morning and then his flight will either be Friday or Saturday.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I should probably post all about how awesome this weekend was. And how we spent time together talking, cuddling, walking around Chicago, and telling each other how much we love each other. I should probably tell you that we re-visited some of the places that we hold so special and dear to our hearts. But I'm tired. So here are photos from this weekend. I'm sorry this post is so lame, forgive me?</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</div>Taylor M.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07514533720640381220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1273038455448276791.post-69873841851246616992011-11-10T17:51:00.000-08:002011-11-10T17:51:41.305-08:00Applesauce Spice Cupcakes<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Today is National Vanilla Cupcake Day. The very first cupcake I ever baked from scratch was vanilla...and it was terrible. But it jump started my love of baking and so I decided to make some cupcakes today. I happened upon this recipe on the blog <a href="http://simplegirlathome.blogspot.com/2011/10/applesauce-spice-cupcakes-with-brown.html">Simple Girls</a>.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I did have to run to the store for butter and applesauce. I, of course, grabbed cinnamon applesauce (instead of regular that the recipe calls for). So I halved the amount of cinnamon I put in.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">The cupcakes themselves were delicious. They were (I hate to say it) moist. The cream cheese frosting complimented the spice of the cupcakes perfectly. Make these cupcakes!!!</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I chopped up some apples, mixed them with cinnamon-sugar, and used them topped some of the cupcakes. Now that the cupcakes are done, I'm gonna start gettin' ready for my weekend with Mr. Scottie B. I've got to switch over my laundry, paint my nails, and pack. Happy Baking!</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">1/2 cup canola oil</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">4 large eggs, room temperature</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">3/4 cup packed brown sugar</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">3/4 cup granulated sugar</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">2 cups white, whole-wheat flour</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">1 teaspoon baking soda</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">3/4 teaspoon salt</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">2 teaspoons cinnamon</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">1/8 teaspoon cloves</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">1/2 teaspoon nutmeg</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">1 1/2 cups applesauce</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line standard muffin tins with paper liners. </span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">2. With an electric mixer, beat eggs, sugar and oil.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">3. Add dry ingredients and continue mixing.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">4. Mix in applesauce.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">5. Divide batter among 18 - 20 lined cups.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">6. Bake for 16 - 20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">7. Cool completely and then frost.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, room temperature</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">1 cup packed light brown sugar</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">1 teaspoon vanilla</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">pinch of salt</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">With an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat ingredients until smooth. Use immediately, or refrigerate up to 3 days in an airtight container. Before using, bring to room temperature and beat on low speed until smooth.</span></div>Taylor M.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07514533720640381220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1273038455448276791.post-27350773331690224412011-11-09T15:22:00.000-08:002011-11-09T15:22:05.495-08:00<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I came home and it was 60 degrees in the house. Holy cow, it was freeezing. We got our first snow here in Madison today. I assume it will melt within a few days, if not by tomorrow. This year I'm not quite sure if I'm looking forward to the snow or not. But I don't have choice since I live in the midwest.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Also, I'm going to cut my hair. I can't remember what prompted me to decide to donate my hair, but I've been planning to for awhile. I did some research on <a href="http://www.locksoflove.org/">Locks of Love</a> and the minimum you can donate is 10 inches. I have that plus some. I've been holding off on cutting my hair for mostly selfish reasons. As much work as my hair is now, when I take the time to do it I love it. But if I'm honest with myself I really only do it on the weekends when I see Mr. SB. Speaking of Mr. Scottie B., he also loves long hair.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">What finally pushed me to say I'm doing it is when I was on Locks of Love's website and saw this "It is estimated that 80% of all donations come from children who wish to help other children". Woah, for whatever reason that just blew me away. Mr. SB asked me to wait till after he leaves, which I'm good with. So the week after he leaves I'm cutting it!</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">This isn't a great photo, but this is how long it is now. And since it's been on my mind, I found old pictures of me with short hair. I'm looking forward to the change. Ignore how silly these pictures are, just look at how cute my short hair is (haha).</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div>Taylor M.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07514533720640381220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1273038455448276791.post-83666699640673391152011-11-08T16:00:00.000-08:002011-11-08T16:18:34.436-08:00<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">This past weekend was super awesome. Mr. Scottie B. and I finally did pretty much all the Milwaukee things we always talked about. It's good we finally did because Mr. SB moves back to California in a week and a half! Crazy!</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">First we went to <a href="http://mam.org/">Milwaukee Art Museum</a>. We got there in time to see the incredible building, walk around, and take part of a drop in tour. We ducked out early because we had booked a tour at the Lakefront Brewery.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">So we headed to <a href="http://www.lakefrontbrewery.com/lakefront-brewery-home-page.html">Lakefront Brewery</a>. It was AWESOME. You get four free glasses of beer, the tour, and a pint glass (all for $7). I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys a good time...and a good beer.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Our final destination in Milwaukee (after some pizza) was the spy restaurant. We heard about it from a few people and knew you had to have a passcode to get in. I don't want to give out too much info, but I will tell you...sooo great. Look it up, get in, and have fun :)</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Sunday was a little more low key. Church, BWW to watch football, get together with Mr. SB's class, and laid back evening watching Pan Am. It was hard to say goodbye Monday morning but I made it to work close to on time.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">As for today, it was a gloomy here in Madison and I was actually kind of liking it. You'd think it'd make for a sad mood, but I was strangely optimistic. Like I said, Mr. SB leaves in a week and a half, but today I felt good about it. I had lots of positive thoughts about the new chapter starting for both of us (individually and together).</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">After Mr. Scottie B. leaves I'm planning on filling my weekends with a part time job. I think it'll give me the opportunity to save more money and maybe make a few more friends. I've got a list together of places I'm going to apply and I'm updating my resume. I'm telling you, I had a good day.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">I'm gonna go make an egg sandwich for dinner and watch The Biggest Loser :) exciting stuff, I know! Hope everyone is having a good week.</span></div>Taylor M.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07514533720640381220noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1273038455448276791.post-75177420864863733332011-10-31T15:16:00.000-07:002011-10-31T15:16:45.879-07:00<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Saturday Mr. Scottie B. and I went to the<a href="http://www.msichicago.org/?gclid=CNH4j_b0k6wCFY515Qod5kJCpg"> Museum of Science & Industry</a>. They had a Dr. Seuss exhibit and it was AWESOME. It was amazing to see the history of how Theodor Seuss Geisel came to write children books. It brought Mr. SB and me back to our childhood. Along with the history of his famous books, it was so cool to see his other work.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">After the museum we met up with friends at the bean in Millennium Park. We all took a Chicago water taxi, because we hadn't yet. And then went to Dick's Last Resort. Mr. SB and I took off and met different friends at Howl at the Moon. We danced, drank, and had a lot of fun.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Sunday we went to church and just spent time with each other. Very soon he'll be back in California, so we're just enjoying our time together :)</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Here are a LOT of photos from this weekend.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</span></div>Taylor M.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07514533720640381220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1273038455448276791.post-62517767412323226412011-10-31T13:53:00.000-07:002011-10-31T13:53:30.181-07:00Happy Halloween<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Happy Halloween Friends! I hope everyone had a safe and fun weekend. I spent the weekend with Mr. Scottie B. I decided to sleep in this morning and call into work. Which meant that I got to spend the morning cuddling with my love.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
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</span></div>Taylor M.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07514533720640381220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1273038455448276791.post-45387350531074044642011-10-24T18:24:00.000-07:002011-10-24T18:24:02.180-07:00<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;">
<span style="font-size: x-small;">I'm back from another magical weekend with Mr. Scottie B. We were kind of lazy all weekend :/ I guess that's just how some weekends go. Saturday we eventually headed downtown and went to <a href="http://www.theskydeck.com/">The Skydeck</a>. 103 floors up and I am afraid of heights (and I kind of have a fear of elevators). So I held Mr. SB's hand very tightly and when we got to the top and stepped out of the elevator, it was incredible. I am so glad we went. We could see the whole city and reminisced about each of our dates and memories. The weather was AMAZING, so after The Skydeck we ate dinner on the patio at <a href="http://www.eattchicago.com/">Eatt</a>. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Then we jumped on a trolley and went to The Navy Pier. It was crowded and we got there just as the fireworks were starting. We wandered over to Oak Street Beach (I'm pretty sure that's the beach we were at, right Mr. SB?). We were unsure if we'd get in trouble for being there after dark, so we were kind of hidden behind a bush. Another couple walked onto the beach and didn't see us. I buried my head to keep from laughing since they were kissing (mature, I know). Then Mr. SB nudged me, I looked up and the gentleman got down on one knee and proposed! We clapped and congratulated them. It was so sweet. They told us they'd been together for two years and the beach was where they had their second date.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Sunday we went to church, had lunch with a friend, watched football, and napped (told you it was lazy). I had a hard time leaving this morning. Mr. SB and I only have three weekends left before he goes home to Cali. Here are photos from this weekend!</span></div>
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<br /></div>Taylor M.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07514533720640381220noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1273038455448276791.post-81150566173645156742011-10-19T18:00:00.000-07:002011-10-24T15:45:27.728-07:00The Silent Comedy<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: left;">
<span style="font-size: x-small;">On Sunday night Mr. Scottie B. and I went to see <a href="http://www.thesilentcomedy.com/">The Silent Comedy</a>. Which is a band that Mr. SB shared with me recently via Facebook. I liked their music and their mustaches'. So when I saw they would be in Chicago I bought us tickets.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">It was such an awesome show. They are talented musicians and performers. After their set we both talked with a few of the band members (Mr. SB more than me). They were cool dudes. I definitely recommend checking out their site and music! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Sorry for so many posts in a row. But I just wanted to update everyone. Mr. SB and I also saw <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1053810/">The Big Year</a>. We were both disappointed. It was not as funny as we anticipated, meh. Oh well. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">I hope everyone is having a great week! </span></div>Taylor M.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07514533720640381220noreply@blogger.com0