Hey everyone! Long time no talk! I got back from California at 1am last Friday morning and had to work that same day. Add in writing daily sponsored posts while on a trip with a time zone difference, horrible/no wifi, and all-day activities focused on wine and I decided to scrap the posts I had planned for Friday and Saturday in favor of sleep. It was an excellent decision for my mental health and one my body really appreciates.
My trip to California was SO much fun. If you have been following along on Twitter and Instagram you know I want to move to Carmel and wake up to the sound of the ocean every day. It’s basically paradise there. I’ll be recapping the entirety of my trip next week so make sure to check back for tjat. I’ve got some other fun things planned for this week!
Starting with: Weekend Snapshots! This was a really laid back weekend that was so needed. Read on to find out what I was up to, and don’t forget to link-up at the end of this post!
Friday after work Molly hosted a girls Christmas party. I didn’t get to snap any pictures of the festivities because I was a zombie from my trip, but it was a lot of fun. We did a White Elephant gift exchange and I get the best gift ever from Joanna. I don’t know if any of these goodies will actually last until New Years!
Saturday, after I slept until noon, Josh and I hit up Whole Foods to get some food in the house. I found out my husband had been surviving on protein bars the entire week…
I also picked up this seasonal cheese after reading rave reviews about it. I’m pretty sure Josh was about to faint when he saw the $40 price tag, but I was really excited, and pointed out it was currently $10 off its original price of $50. It’s the little things, right?
Anyways, I’m sharing this cheese story because this cheese is the absolute smelliest cheese I’ve ever come across in my life. Our whole apartment reeks. Josh wants to kill me. But the cheese is absolutely fabulous. I can’t stop eating it. If you’re looking to blow some money on good cheese and don’t have a super sensitive nose, I highly recommend this one. 😉
Our Sunday started off with the Ugly Sweater Run! In full disclosure I was so tired I was perfectly fine to skip this race and sleep the day away. But Josh was so excited, and we signed up, so I was making this happen. Unfortunately our penguin sweaters from last year were MIA so we looked like scrooges while the rest of the runners were in their Christmas finest. Thank goodness for the hats we got at packet pickup to wear!
We were getting ready to start and we ran into Jeff and Joanna! Neither of us knew the other was racing. It was too funny.
Josh after his second Ugly Sweater Run race. The weather was great. It was a little wet, but I’ll take 55 degrees over the 19 degrees we had last year any day.
After enjoying our complimentary beers (Sam Adams for him and Angry Orchard for me) we got a picture in front of the giant Santa and started our trek home.
We noticed the Liberty Tavern on our way home and decided to try a new-to-us restaurant. This chicken pot pie hit the spot!
And that was our weekend! I’m glad I got the chance to relax because I have a busy week coming up. I can’t wait to tell you all about it!
Questions of the Day: What was the highlight of your weekend? Have you run an Ugly Sweater race before?
You all look so cute in those festive hats, Erin. And all that food looks so yummy also. Thanks for hosting the link-up and Happy Holidays.
Ada. =)
That NYE survival kit is such a cute idea. Looks like you had a great weekend. Happy Monday!
Another lovely snapshot in the books!
I actually DID snapshot my whole weekend as it’s my last one in CA!!
The gift you received is such a great idea!! Looks like a trip to CA!
What a fun trip. The food looks amazing. Have a great week and thanks for hosting the link up.
Your California trip looked so fun from our pics on IG – can’t wait to hear more!
That White Elephant gift is such a cute idea!! I’ve been part of a few this year and am always looking for new gift ideas. Your friend nailed it. Also, the hats from your run are hilarious. I’d sign up JUST for the hat! Happy holidays, Erin!
Thanks for sharing your great weekend snaps Erin – Wishing you the best of the holidays too!!!
Rebecca
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Joanna’s gift was SO creative! I can’t say that I would expect anything less from her, though!
Also… it’s a good thing I don’t have any plans to come over to your apartment anytime soon. I don’t think I would be able to handle the smell. I do not do well with funky smells! 😉
That ugly sweater run looks fun! I need to find something like that next year. Also, sleep is always a good idea. Internet/blog/server/wi-fi issues are the WORST when you have limited time to get something done. Glad it’s all back to normal! 🙂
Hi Erin! Sleep is important, so you made a good choice. Nice work on the run, and I can’t wait to hear all about Carmel! Happy Monday:)
Looks like a good weekend, and now I want potpie! 🙂
Phew! I sure am glad Joshua isn’t around to read this post with me. He’s been dying for chicken pot pie lately. I’ve been meaning to make him some, but he wants PA Dutch Chicken Pot Pie that takes a little bit of time to make. Picky guy! Haha!
Glad you made it to and from California safe & sound. Having no wifi is the absolute worst!
Mmmmm food! It all looks amazing 🙂
We celebrated Christmas with my family which was really fun! And I have never ran an ugly sweater race or even been to an ugly Christmas sweater party! #lameo
That ugly sweater run is hilarious- what a fun idea!
This looks too fun! I was thinking about driving back home and running the ugly sweater run, but I was back the past two weekends before so…another 6.5 hour drive didn’t seem so fun lol! Next year! I did the Turkey Trot though and that was fun! 🙂
I ought to join an ugly sweater race! I’ve never participated in a non serious, seasonal race before. And that cheese…what does truffle taste like?.Will you slice me a piece so I can taste it? 😛
Can’t wait to hear more about your trip! That chicken pot pie looks so tasty! Now you have me craving chicken pot pie….
I’m literally laughing so hard over the fact that Josh was living off of protein bars. 😉 I absolutely love reading about all of your adventures!