Procrastination at its best.

As I sit at my desk in an attempt to focus on the tasks at hand - 6 papers all due this Saturday - I am constantly distracted by how uncomfortable the chair is that I am sitting in. Unable to focus, I of course begin looking at new chairs, and have convinced myself that I will have a new one by the end of January. (Providing Uncle Sam gives me a reasonable refund this year.)

Here is a picture of my desk, along with the chair that is currently providing NO support whatsoever. (I can't believe that this has been my desk chair for over 7 years.

Now for my some new options... (In no particular order.)

Kooboo Wicker Chair - World Market

Peacock Tufted Dining Chair - Pier 1 Imports

Wingate Rattan Swivel Desk Chair - Pottery Barn

Cabria Honey Brown Woven Arm Chair - Crate and Barrel

Eames Molded Plastic Armchair - Herman Miller

Nimes Khaki Grey Tufted Linen Side Chair - Overstock.com

Just as you are probably tired of looking at chairs, I am just as tired of sitting in mine. If only I could manage to fit a La-Z-Boy under my desk, all my problems would be solved!

Since I can not seem to get any homework accomplished tonight, I am off to bed in an attempt to sleep off the winter cold which I picked up over Thanksgiving break. (Thanks, Dad!)

Annual Warehouse Sale

Every year, on the weekend before Thanksgiving, Logo Chair Inc. in Franklin, Tennessee holds their annual warehouse sale. Throughout the year, all of their products are only sold in bulk to participating dealers and are therefore, not available to the general public. (This is why the warehouse sale is SO exciting.) Walking into their warehouse, I immediately became speechless as I was overcome with a rush of excitement. The event can best be described as a mix between the thrill and friendliness of Disney World and the overall efficiency and effectiveness of Airport Security. Not too mention, the prices are only a fraction of what they would cost in a normal retail store. With the success of my first year, I have no doubt in mind that I will return next year, and the year after, and the year after...

Below are a few pictures from the sale:

Holly is ready to go, with the price list in hand.

 This place is HUGE!

And, the trunk of the Turn was filled. (Mostly by Holly, of course.)

See you again next year!

Thanksgiving Week in Review

Greetings from Missouri!

My brother from another mother - Tucker.

BEST QUOTE FROM THE WEEK:

Me: "Tucker, go see your daddy."

Dad: "I am not his daddy. I am Ed, that is Tucker, and he is my best friend."

I spent some time at my favorite flea markets, and came home with over 

15 pieces to add to my milk glass collection.

We played a little BINGO...AND won!

(Probably would have won more if we did not keep clearing our boards by mistake.)

 Fancy is once again convinced that she is ready for grandchildren.

Thursday night, Fancy and I went shopping at Aurora's mall, Wal-Mart, and asked everyone what they were in line to buy - There was actually a line for socks and underwear. Some people...

Enjoyed a sampler platter from The Bootlegger. (YUM!)

No week is complete in our family without a craft project! These were made to add a little pizazz to Grammie's room at the nursing home.

Poster Board Cone Trees

Grammie and Fancy.

And finally, we added a little Christmas spirit to Grammie's walker.

I hope your Thanksgiving week was just as 

wonderful as mine! 

Please pass the stretchy pants.

 My parents arrived in Missouri yesterday, and I was so thankful to see them! Even though I live hundreds of miles away from my closest relatives, I am constantly reminded how truly grateful I am to have family and friends who love and support me unconditionally, no matter how far away I am. (Or difficult and frustrating I can be).

Throughout the last few years, mom and dad have slowly been giving me all of my belongings from childhood. With 5 new boxes to sort through and determine what I would like to keep, (Report cards were quickly thrown away - no need to share those with my children one day; but they did give Fancy and I a good laugh last night) I found the perfect "craft" project from first grade that I would like to share with you today - obviously, not much has changed!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Dear Santa,

I have been a good girl this year - I promise!

Keurig Mini Plus Personal Coffee Brewer (In Red)

Kate Spade Idiom Bangle
*I need all the help I can get to keep my resolutions!*

This it the year to...

Cannon PIXMA MX870 Wireless Printer

Amazon Gift Card

(Unfortunately, I already know what books I need for next semester.)

My dear friend Leigh Ann us UBER talented; and therefore, I would gladly accept anything from her Etsy store, Sweet Auburn Studio. Below are a few items that I currently LOVE. (Cough, Cough, Wink, Wink)