Just a dash of sunshine...

Friday! Ready for the weekend baby! Whoop Whoop! You would think I had something fun planned because of my excitement but nope just happy it is the weekend. Hope you all had a great week! A week ago I think the lovely Laura from Mice in the Kitchen emailed me to tell me she nominated me for a Sunshine Award! How sweet she is she? I always feel so touched and honored when I get nominated for anything! Thank You so much Laura! Everyone go and check her out! You can find her here!

The Rules:

1. Include award logo in a post or on your blog.
2. Link to the person who nominated you
3. Answer questions about yourself that the person who nominated you asks.
4. Nominate bloggers to receive the award. (make sure to link your nominees to the post and comment on their blogs letting them know you have nominated them)

Here are my answers to Laura's questions for me...
1. What would be your perfect day?

My perfect day would consist of laying on beach for the day and then having a nap and going out for a lovely dinner with family and friends. 

2. Favorite memory growing up?

Probably any and all Christmas' in my childhood! Mom and Dad always made sure they were perfect. I have so many favorite memories from my Christmas' as a kid I don't think I pick just one.

3. What motivates you?

This is kind of a hard question. My want for certain things motivates me, different people and stories motivate me to be better. 

4. If you could have one dream come true what would it be? 
Oh gosh, I would love to have my dream of being a travel journalist come true! Or having mega success with my new life path! (more on what that is later)

5. Why did you start blogging?
I started blogging because I love to write. I started back on LiveJournal and when I moved to blogger I think I started and deleted about 5 blogs because they just ended up feeling like work. I'm happy this blog as stuck finally because I do love being able to write whatever I want, whenever I want.

6. If you could live anywhere...where would it be and why?
I think I would live in New York because it is my favorite city! 

7. If there was only one thing on your Christmas list you could get what is it?
One thing huh! Probably my Erin Condren planner because I can't live without it now!

8. Are you a dog person or a cat person? Why?
Dog person! I do like some cats but I have only had dog expect for the one cat we had when I was baby. I love dogs because the ones I have had are amazing! 

9. What is your worse fear?
Having something happen to my family or friends. 

10. You found a bottle with a gene and you got three wishes what would they be...and no wishing for more wishes!!

1.Travel the world!
2.Have enough money to be a lady of leisure and have my family the same way.
3. To have perfect hair everyday haha

I nominate...

Laura @ Mice in the Kitchen
Miranda @ Young and In Progress
Jo @ Loving Life in the Fab Lane
Steph @ Stephanews
Jessica @ Please and Carrots
Jordon @ Love Always, Nancy J

And my questions for these lovelies

1. What song do you never get tired of listening to?
2. What is your favorite holiday tradition?
3. Biggest pet peeve?
4. Facebook or Twitter?
5. What is your favorite blog?
6. Describe your ideal vacation?
7. Who is your celebrity crush?
8. What is your favorite thing about fall?
9. Who do you go to when you need advice?
10. Give us a random fact about yourself.

And lets not forget it is #backthatazzup Friday! I just heard this song last night but I have been listening to it most of the morning so I figured I should share it! It is called Dear No One by Tori Kelly. Not really something you're gonna back your azz up too but I frickin love it!

Have a great weekend everyone! See ya Monday!

A Little Sunshine!

A week or so ago the lovely Miranda nominated me for the Sunshine Award! And I have to say a big thank you! Miranda is a sweetheart and I'm happy she likes my blog enough to even think of me for an award! You should totally go and check her out because she has an awesome blog too! You can find her here :)

Here are the "rules"...

1. Link back to the blog who nominated you for the sunshine award.
2. Include the sunshine logo in your post.
3. Answer the questions given to you by your nominator.
4. Nominate bloggers who add sunshine to your day!

1. What is your absolute, least favorite household chore?

I hate folding clothes! I will do laundry all day but I hate folding it!

2. What was your favorite subject in high school?

History! I have always loved it. Plus we had the best history ever!

3. Do you prefer to live in the city, or in a more rural setting? 

I enjoy a smaller city. I love places like New York but I find it too much for living. I live in a small town right now and it is fine but a small city would be my choice.

4. What is your biggest obsessive habit?

Hmmm, probably checking the door before I leave the house. Always have to make sure it is closed a few times before I walk away.

5. Do you ever eat cereal for dinner?

You know it!

6. On Friday nights, do you like to go out or stay in?

I don't mind going out but Friday is normally the day I'm most tired at night! Going to friend's place to just hang out is my favorite thing or just going out for dinner.

7. What color do you wear most often?

Probably black, but I try and wear colors often.

8. Least favorite day of the week besides Monday? 

Tuesday! Monday's evil twin!

9. Do your family and real life friends know about your blog?

Yes they do :)

10. The beach, or the mountains?

BEACH! I love being on the beach with the sand between my toes!

And the award goes to...

Faith @ 'Cause You Gotta Have Faith
Sarah @ Life of Love
Ashley @ Let's Get Bananas
Pam @ Yes it is, Kevin
Jessica @ Blissfully Miller

My Questions

1. What do you most love blogging about?
2. What would you love to blog about but can't bring yourself to do it?
3. What is your order at Starbucks?
4. Where is your favorite place to go for dinner in your town?
5. Do you watch YouTube? Who is your favorite YouTuber?
6. What is the best book you have ever read?
7. Do you prefer a sightseeing vacation or relaxing laying around one?
8. What does your Saturday morning routine include?
9. What was your favorite show as a child?
10. Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

Thanks again for the nomination Miranda!

xo