High Five for Friday

Heck yes! That's how I am starting this post, you see that pic above? That's me, doing my first ever headstand all by myself. My intense yoga schedule is paying off and I was so excited when Allie snagged this picture of me! I know I have been a little MIA this week, but I plan on starting back fresh after the weekend. Good things are coming peeps. Good things. 

Here's my 5 things for Friday to get me TO the weekend!

Uno+ Headstands, they have worked my core to the bone this week, cannot wait for each and every class. 

Dos+ Weekends, I live for that day and a half to get my sun on, spend time with Andy, and fill every moment with something wonderful.

Tres+ The fact that Instagram now has videos. Believe me, this might not be great for my followers, but I am sure it will keep me entertained, plus you now actually get to see what SaraMontana Says... <get it?>

Quatro+ (I just had to count all the way out loud to get to quatro, thanks for nothing Ms Blanchard) This quote and my garden. It just can't grow quickly enough. But I have a pepper now, hooray!

Cinco+ And finally all my inspiration for my new room, yeah you heard me right, I am moving, to a new house with a new room so I am taking this time to re-do it all, sell a few things, and clean out some closets!

prizzom

Back in 2005, i went to my senior prom. Gosh, that seems like long ago. 
I got to searching these pictures because I am in the process of making my youngest sister's prom dress (go ahead and call me crazy). Anyway, here i am below in all my leopard and lion hair glory. I fell in love with this dress the moment I saw it. I was bound and determined to be completely different than anyone else at prom, and lets just say I succeeded. I still love this dress, although I probably would have gone with some different hair and other accessories. I love the print, the fact that its different, and look I even had a high-low hem before it was cool.

prizzom updated by saramontana featuring pink jewelry

Looking back I wish I had accessorized this dress a little differently. I think I would have went with a more bronze tone to all my accessories and added a pop of crazy color with a bright blue clutch. The minimalist gold jewelry and very gold prommy shoes are definitely not things I would pick again.

As for my hair, long curls would have been a better choice and would have covered those hideous straps.  I think my makeup was pretty neutral and I like it that way. 

All in all, I still love my prom pick just wished I had the ideas then that I have now. 

What did you wear to your prom?

linking up for Throwback Thursdays with Julia, Ady, and Jennifer

what a poser...

i feel ridiculous. i am an awful at this posing thing. most of the time i want to jump up and down or make a super goofy face, because thats just me. i feel better when i act dumb. shh. dont tell anyone.  like seriously? what is that super serious face to the left? and what kind of hill am i climbing on the right. oh well... i will get better.
shirt, boots, and jeans: Charlotte Russe// cardigan: Gap Outlet

and now for a little weekend update...

i had a little wine-o// tried to explain Girl Scout cookies to HandyAndy (since when do cookies need explaining?)// he also decided to call me goofy, what a romantic guy huh? i actually found it to be pretty sweet// and i found my cat hiding under my Christmas tree, which i finally decided i had to take it down.

i also made a little housewarming present for two of my friends that just purchased their home together. they are getting married in May and i couldn't be more excited for them. i used fabrics and a frame i already had and i am thinking of adding a few of these to my etsy shop as well.

how was your weekend? did you do anything fun?

linking up with

 YOLO Mondays

Weekend Update

purplepeopleeater

outfits like these are pretty much a staple at my job. i have turned into a button up wearing, boots with skinnys monster. a purple monster on this day. i am pretty much in love with these boots that i got last weekend. i saved a whopping $120 on them! score!! 

i am still figuring out these outfit posts, but i am loving how i can see myself and what works on my body type through the pictures everyday. 

and now for a little H54F! i am saying high fives for:

one// the super short work week. two//another weekend that is not crammed packed with something to do, Lord knows i am busy enough. three//planning a baby shower for my sweet friend, all the details are coming together and i am getting so excited. four// my new tervis tumblers. i use them every day at work, and i am pretty sure they are the best thing i asked for. five// my sweet new camera from my very sweet boyfriend. he will now get tired of me taking pictures, but i couldnt be more thankful for it. and him. 

boots: BCBG // skinnys: old// button-up: Charlotte Russe// scarf: who knows?

linking up with Lauren

joining the aloha blog hop with Jean

instagram... its an obsession

couldn't be more excited to co-host an instagram blog hop today with the lovely ladies below! this is perfect for me to co-host because as you can tell by the following, i am obsessed with instagram. i have included some of my most recent below.

so join us.

i love looking at all your pictures.

 

Welcome to the Instagram Blog Hop! This is a party where you link up your Instagram account, find and follow new Instagram friends, and be continually inspired by what you see in your Instagram feed! No need to have a blog, just an Instagram account!

How to PLAY:

1. Follow your HOSTS on Instagram:

Kimberly | @anightowlblog of A Night Owl 

Emily | @mrsemshhh of The Pink Elephant 

Angie | @angieali of Little Inspiration

2. Follow your CO-HOSTS on Instagram:

Vanessa | @craftyvanessa of See Vanessa Craft

You can find Vanessa here: 

Instagram :: Blog :: Facebook :: Twitter :: Pinterest

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Montana | @saramontanasays of SaraMontana Says

You can find Montana here: 

Instagram :: Blog :: Etsy :: Twitter

3. Check out and follow a couple fellow IGers.

Tell folks you follow that you found them through the Hop!

4. Spread the word!

Tweet

Grab a button HERE for your sidebar!

5. Link up your Instagram Web Profile:

Just link up your new Instagram Web Profile (http://instagram.com/username) -OR- your web viewer of choice in the linky below! 

Note: this URL will not let you choose a profile pic from your feed, so be sure you have a picture you can upload from your computer if you use it! If you get a "Error: The requested URL returned error: 500" error that just means it can't find a picture to use NOT that your link is bad. Just click on "Direct Image URL" if you have one or "Upload from Computer".

Now, link up! Remember to link up your INSTAGRAM account, not your blog.

games, a stabbing, and a BEAUTIFUL mantle.

Here is a little bit of random for your Wednesday. I promise to be back to Crockpot Wednesday next week, I haven't used one until today for a little bit. But expect a full report and a recipe next week. Can't wait til then?? Check out these for now.

I cannot, I REPEAT, cannot stop playing Bejeweled on my phone. It is seriously a problem. Who knew that matching up different colors could be so fun. I try everything I can to just play the occasional game every now and then, but once I start I. MUST. PLAY. MORE. Does anyone else have this issue??

I finally ordered something different at the Mexican restaurant the other night. For anyone that knows me, I always get a Mini Taco Salad. Every time. I always want to mix it up, and I am pretty good about branching out and trying new foods, but don't mess with my Mexican. Don't tell anyone, but I ate there 4 times last week. Shhhh...










Last night, while working on a Christmas order. I finally sewed through my finger. That's right. That darn needle on my sewing machine stabbed right through the side of my finger. It bled some, but I think it was more the shock of it than anything. I kinda have been waiting on it to happen. A year and half that I have had my machine, I made it a long time I think.







My Mothers fall mantle, yes, I know Christmas is coming but this was our mantle for Fall and I just can't get enough. Those colors go perfect with the picture and I can't wait to have a house that I love enough to decorate. Renting puts so many limits on your decorating and I really want to paint my entire wood paneled house. Until then, I will have to just lust over my childhood home.








Until next time folks... Have a perfect Wednesday!!

Linking up today:
also with Jamie.

a special bond...

photo credit// Joni Marzofka

dress: Target// shoes: Kohls// jewelry: Miss Chic

It never fails to surprise me the way that I am able to pick up right where I left off with some of my old high-school friends. It is like we all share this small bond, one that growing up in a tiny town and knowing everyone will do to you. No matter the years that pass or the things in our lives that change, even if we rarely talk, its like no time has gone by. We just pick up right where we left off, laughing, joking, and catching up.

I have been truly blessed with some great friends in my life and this past weekend was a perfect time for us! I had the best time with each and every one of them celebrating my Lauryn's beautiful wedding.

I am so excited to be linking up with the GORGEOUS Shanna for her newest link-up.

Random Wednesday!

Go check it out and link up your blog too!!

The Pleated Poppy

Me, Myself, and I think I might be crazy...

I'm feeling a little selfish today so I thought I would talk about myself.

No, but seriously, this is the Me, Myself, and I link up. I am super excited to find out more random things from other bloggers. Head on over and link up so I can stalk you too.

1. When you're feeling down, what do you do to pick yourself up?

I usually spend some time outside. The fresh air always seems to clear my head. I also really love time to myself, not that I am not a people person (I totally am), I just like to do things alone sometimes. It helps me focus in on myself and the things I need to get done.

2. If you had to live in a different time period which would you prefer?
I was asked this in my newspaper interview, I guess I would have to say the 70's. I really like all the colors from then. The clothing too. Comfortable in style and with yourself.

3. What is the most creative Halloween costume you've ever worn?

I absolutely cannot get enough of Halloween, I have had some pretty amazing costumes. (let me toot my own horn, toot, toot)

It would have to be a toss up between a Smurfette or Kelly Kapowski. 

What do you think?

4. Five weird things about you we wouldn't know without being told?
1) I absolutely cannot stand people who leave their buggies out in the middle of the parking lot. That is what is wrong with America. Laziness.
2) I have a weird thing about textures of food. I am picky about the texture of a food more so than the taste. If I don't like something, its usually for that reason.
3) I give everyone a hard time, everyone. I don't really have a reason for doing it, but I usually wait until I know you pretty well, and I usually only do it if I like you as a person.
4) I would choose to go barefoot everywhere if it was possible.
5) The very first thing I do when I get home is change clothes, I just feel the need to get out of my "work" clothing, no matter how comfortable.

5. What would you tell your 16-year-old self?
Learn to make the most of the hand life dealt you, make the best of each and every moment. 
You won't get these back. Things you think matter. Don't. Things you put little thought into. Do.