As Julie Sings It Best.

What are some of your favorite things?

Aztec Prints on the Perfect Sized Tote.

I already have one of those ginormous beach bags. The kind that can probably fit an entire family of five inside. But I needed something small for the pool this summer to carry the bare necessities for myself, Nathan and the kiddos. I found this little nugget at Target and immediately fell for it. It's the perfect size and the print is gorgeous.

Aztec Tote Bag from Target!

Knuckle Rings

Can't get enough of my new Chevron and Initial Knuckle Rings. Check them out at arcoavenue.com.

Chevron + Initial Knuckle Rings from Arco Avenue.

Arrested Development. Season 4.

Nathan and I blew through it within a week. So so so so good! Netflix Original on Instant. If you haven't seen it yet, go watch right this minute!

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Mine and Nathan's new show. We're EXTREMELY late in getting here, but we're here now. Only on Season 1, but loving it. It may possibly be our new "Lost." We're always looking for our new Lost, but nothing ever quite compares.

Summer Drank.  
Former barista turned coffee addict here. I never even enjoyed coffee drinks of any sort while making them back in college. It was staring at a computer screen for eight hours a day that finally lured me into the java world. Anywho, summer time is of course cold coffee time. And the only cold coffee drink I'm digging these days is a good ole Iced Caramel Latte, Sugar-Free with Skim from Cups Espresso Cafe in Jackson. And with those new exciting little nuggets of energy known as Expresso Ice Cubes! Thirsty my friends?

As Julie sings it best.

Batiste.

I'm not a daily hair washer. If this grosses anyone out I apologize. With all the coloring, flat ironing and blow drying I don't like the idea of damaging it anymore than I have to. Plus it cuts my get ready time down by half an hour. :) However, I'm never really okay with skipping a day of hair washing unless I spray in some dry shampoo to volumize and freshen it up. I've been using various salon quality brands over the past few years and it wasn't until the last several months that a little birdie chirped in my ear (Lis, you are the birdie in the story) that this stuff was the bee's knees. And best part - it's sold in Kroger for a fraction of the price of the other brands. I was hesitant because I had tried some cheaper ones that left my hair feeling oily and flat, but this stuff....this stuff is the best dry shampoo I've ever used. Doesn't weight my hair down, make it oily or over dry it. It's awesome. So if you're into the whole dry shampoo thing - go find this little product in Kroger asap. 

Smashbox Master Classic Palette.

Confession - I'm a huge eye shadow junkie. I'm aware that I probably wear too much of it at times, but I love it. As of late I've been buying more and more of the Smashbox eye shadows so when I stopped in Sephora the other day to grab some lipgloss I decided to make a quick peek at the Smashbox palettes. It was like Christmas! They are currently selling the Smashbox Master Classic Palette which includes 28 eye shadows along with blushes, lip glosses, cream eyeliners and more. If you've never used Smashbox eyeshadow you should give them a whirl. They're very smooth. Love them!

Take Me Home Tonight - the Soundtrack. 

A little late in expressing my love for this album, but it wasn't until a month ago that I finally watched the movie. Even though it didn't make my favorites list I still enjoyed it. If you liked "Can't Hardly Wait" back in high school you should rent it. It's currently on Netflix Instant. Anywho - what really made this movie so enjoyable for me was the music (and the fact that Dan Fogler was in it). If you love 80's music as much as I do you'll enjoy the album. Check it out.

As Julie sings it best.

I love reading the "favorite things" segment of other individuals' blogs. I feel like it often inspires me and, from time to time, I discover something new. So even though it's kinda unoriginal of me, when the mood strikes, I'd like to share a few of my favorite things. So this will be the first of my "As Julie sings it best" posts. And if you have a hard time with the Julie Andrews reference - go get your google on. ;)

Stella & Dot Rebel Pendant Necklace. 
What can I say? I'm very happy with my purchase. (Thank you Kasey!) I always love a long necklace with a beautiful unique pendant. And this one kinda makes me feel like I'm wearing Joan's sophisticated pen necklace in Mad Men. If you love Stella & Dot as much as I do, but don't have a rep to order from my friend's sister is a sales rep. Click here to visit her site.

The Lacoste Classic Small Shopping Bag. 
This bag is the perfect sized tote! This was my mother's day present from a few months back. Ordered through Zappos. It's useful for so many errands/travels/etc.

Breaking Bad!

Yep, we're digging into Season 1 as I type. The future of this show is looking pretty bright. 

And last, but definitely not least....

Catching Fire. 

I was a little late at jumping on the Hunger Games band wagon, but I'm here now. Round 2. I just can't quit you Hunger Games. :)