Lately: July

Reading:
Maybe Someday by Colleen Hoover
This is an easy pool read because it is so so good and not super long.
I'm honestly having to make myself stop so I don't finish it too fast!

Listening:
The Sound -Noah Gundersen



COUNT ON ME -NEEDTOBREATHE



Pancakes -LANY

Watching:
Finally caught up on the last six episodes of Nashville, thanks Hulu!
All I can say is oh em gee. 

Wearing:
Switched it up the past couple weeks and did light nails, really loving OPI's Don't Bossa Nova Me Around

Running:
Last weekend was my second year running the Moonlight Bootlegger 5K.
I was only a couple seconds off from having an identical finish time from last year and only had one head lamp mishap. I'd call that a win win. Next up Butterfly Fund 5K on 8/12.

Drinking:
Plexus "pink drink" [SLIM] all day every day.
This pre-biotic is a life changer.

Counting Down To:
VACATION to PGH in three days [praise hands]
Warren's 2nd birthday party
The Maine concert in Nashville

HOW is July almost over? August here we come!

Lately: January

Listening:

One of my favorite bands The Maine released new music for the first time in two years. To say I was anxious to hear it was an understatement. However they did not disappoint and Bad Behavior was everything I had hoped for, very reminiscent of their first album. Only 75 more days until Lovely, Little, Lonely is released in its entirety... not like I'm not counting down or anything. 

Reading:
Lilly: Palm Beach, Tropical Glamour, and the Birth of a Fashion Legend. -Kathryn Livington
I am a huge lover of Lilly Pulitzer, her bold prints make any day a little more colorful and full of life.
I had heard her biography was a really good read so I took advantage of a Barnes & Noble coupon I had been holding on to and ordered it. I'm only a couple chapters in but am already loving learning more about the lady behind the brand I love. 

Watching:
The Tudors
I am not a huge history buff but this series piqued my interest when I was sick a couple weeks ago. Jonathan Rhys Meyers stars as Henry VIII and it explores all his conquests both in and out of the bedroom. All four seasons are on Netflix so you can binge uninterrupted.

Smelling:
While it might be the middle of January I am still burning my Gingerbread House candle from Target. The scent is the perfect subtle scent but fills up the apartment with a warm aroma. I figure by the time this candle burns out it will be time to break out the peony candle for spring!

Wearing:
OPI "Never Have Too Mani Friends!"
After rocking some light nails for NYE back to my staple black.

Drinking:

Michelob Ultra Lime Cactus

Yes, I was skeptical of a flavored beer too but we had it at the beach this summer and it was actually really good! I've had it the past two weeks during the Steeler game and now it's part of my playoff superstition. #herewego

Lusting Over:

Ivanka Trump's style from Inauguration week.
Every single one of her outfits was stunning. I saw someone tweet she is the American equivalent of Kate Middleton and I couldn't agree more.

Counting down to:

Maren Morris in Knoxville

The ADDY's

A long weekend home

Lately: December

Listening:

My Spotify Top Songs of 2016 playlist.
Be sure to check out your playlist by simply heading to the Browse page and clicking on "2016 Wrapped" under Genres & Moods!

Reading:
31 Prayers for My Future Husband- Jennifer and Aaron Smith
"This book has been written to be a starting place and/or guide to help you begin your lifelong journey of praying for your future husband and marriage. "

Before you jump to conclusions... no, I am not praying for God to send me a boyfriend or a husband.
But rather praying for guidance for whoever my person is in their journey on their way to me, whenever that may be.

Running:
Our LAST 5K of 2016. We officially did it, 12Ks in 12 months!
Now, what goal to set for next year?

Watching:
Westworld.
Yes, finally. and I am hooked.
The first episode is bizarre but stick with it!

Loving:
Everything on the My Kind of Lovely gift guide.
Be sure to sign up for emails on the website so you can get the latest gift guide in your inbox. New ones are being released every day!

Wearing:

OPI's Black Cherry Chutney
It's no secret I love dark nails, black being my go-to. However, it's not very Christmas-y so I switched to this darker but festive hue for the holidays.
After all, there's plenty of time for back to black for NYE.

Sharing:
My Instagram Best Nine of 2016!

Celebrating:

This weekend is full of Christmas cheer, Sunshine Santa 5K Saturday morning and then media girl shenanigans Saturday night! 

[and then naps and football on Sunday]

Lately: August

Listening-
Jake Owen's latest release American Love
I am really loving When You Love Someone, Good Company and American Love.

"So B.Y.O.B, it means bring yourself over, babe"

Watching-
The Night Of on HBO.
This crime/drama/thriller has sucked in the good majority of my friends and as of last weekend you can add me to that list. If you listened to the podcast that had everyone's ear in 2015 Serial, you'll love The Night Of, definitely the same kind of vibe.

Wearing-
LuLu Lemon's Rise and Run bra.
So this is what a sports bra is supposed to feel like?!

Celebrating-
Warren's 1st Birthday!

Wanting- 

All the new Lilly Pulitzer Fall 2016 home decor that released on Swoozie's this week.
The new pillows and coffee table trays are calling my name.

Drinking-
Starbuck's Peach Green Tea Lemonade.
The greatest afternoon pick me up, it has a little kick of caffeine thanks to the green tea but won't ruin your afternoon workout/run with an upset stomach.

Reading-
ALL the September issues
Vogue and Southern Living are currently gracing my coffee table.

Loving-
Kerri Washington's OPI collaboration collection.
Cannot wait to get Kerry Blossom and CIA Color is Awesome on my nails come fall.

Lately: July

Listening:
LANY kinda
Their single "yea, babe, no way" popped up on my New Music Friday playlist last month and they've had my ear ever since.
My current favorite, current location.

Reading:
First Comes Love by my absolute favorite Emily Giffin. 

I read the sneak peek of Chapter 1 back in May and was chomping at the bit for June 28 to come around so I could get my hands on the whole thing.
And it is so much more than I could have ever hoped for!
Get your hands on a copy ASAP.

Drinking: 

The perfect summer lake/pool day drink: rum and San Pellegrino Sparking Blood Orange.
Perfection. 

Watching:
Guilt- Monday nights on FreeForm.
"When Natalie's sister Grace becomes the prime suspect in her roommate Molly's murder and popular target for the press and in social media, Natalie leaves her life in Boston and heads to London to defend her. 
With the help of an ethically questionable ex-pat lawyer Stan Gutterie, Natalie starts to question how innocent her sister may really be as more ugly truths start to come out. 
The mystery will twist through all layers of London society – from a posh but depraved sex club and all the way up to the Royal Family itself."

Orange is the New Black- Netlfix [and chill]

Wanting:
ALL the new Lilly Pulitzer arrivals 
This has to be one of my favorite group of prints they've released this year.
Only two more weeks until you can crack open those new planners!

Wearing: 

OPI Small+Cute [Hello Kitty]

Loving: 

SUMMER!
Tan skin, pool days, eating cheese-its on the back of the boat with friends, afternoon naps during afternoon storms, reading with the balcony door open, the list goes on...

Counting Down To:
Warren's first birthday next month!!

Lately: May

Wearing:
Going on week two of OPI's "Live.Love.Carnaval".
It's the perfect summer color! [and makes your hands looks tan]

Re-blogging:
Morgan Stewart, from E!'s Rich Kids, got married this past weekend and her dress was stunning.
I cannot wait for the episode to air so I can see it in "person".

Reading:
She Reads Truth: Proverbs
I can't say it enough, this study [and company] is wonderful.
I'll probably pull this book out for guidance for years to come!

Watching:

Sunday nights are my new favorite- Game of Thrones and Penny Dreadful back to back.
100% worth the 11pm bedtime that goes with it.

Running: 

Knoxville Track Club's 5K on the 100 Block Memorial Day weekend. 

Who wouldn't want to bust out a 5K before 9am? Drink beer by the pool guilt free the rest of the long weekend.

Loving: 

The wait is over, Evelyn Henson's Spring/Summer downloads are here!

She has been teasing all kinds of cute sketches on Snapchat the past couple weeks and I am loving all of her new releases.

Listening: 

I have loved Mike Posner since I was 19 and a sophomore in college. 

He released his new album last week and it is really good. He has a very raw/acoustic-y feel going on. Seems like we've both grown up since 2010.

My current favorite, Iris.

Adventuring:
To Gatlinburg we go for client meetings this week!
We have a really awesome team on this account who make not only road trips but all day meetings fun!

Anything you're up to I should add to my list?

Lately: April

Watching:

Game of Silence [NBC Thursday 10/9c]

Created by the same team that did Friday Night Lights, Ali and I discovered the first two episodes OnDemand this weekend and were hooked before the first commercial break.

We also went to go see The Boss Saturday night and were already dying laughing ten minutes in at the sofa bed scene . Definitely worth the $11 ticket.

Running:

First up this weekend, Smokey's Pantry 5K.

Followed by Dogwood 5K next weekend.

Double fisting 5Ks this month, in May we take on a 10K.

Reading:

Me Before You- Jojo Moyes

The movie comes out in June and this time I am determined to finish the book before seeing the movie. 

I foresee a lot of balcony afternoons in my future.

Listening:

Wearing:

OPI's new Soft Shades-Pastels "It's a Boy"

You know it's going to be a good week when you color coordinate with your car.

Helping:

Our media team here at Tombras volunteered with WBIR's the Knoxville NBC affiliate Habitat for Humanity team this month and what an awesome afternoon it was! 

We got to meet the family, hammer our hearts out, and watch a house be built right before our eyes. 

Adventuring:

..at Bristol [babyyyyy]

I can now check "Nascar Race" off my life Bucket List. #FoodCity500

p.s. my #6 car came in 5th, not too shabby for picking cars based off lucky numbers

Missing:

This girl in the middle. 

I've been "the other Caroline" to this chick in the middle since 2009. 

She brought me to Tombras and now she's ditching me for some red socks and an amazing new adventure in Boston, but I know she'll kill it!

Celebrating:

Sara's big 2-6 next Monday!!! 

Her first birthday as a momma!
Throwback to unplanned twinning on Sara's 24th!

Lately [February]

Watching:
FINALLY catching up on Chicago Fire [gosh I have missed Casey and Dawson] and starting Blindspot [mom and dad's recommendation] and Quantico [Ashley's recommendation] from the beginning. After placing eight media buys in eight different markets over the past two weeks I now have the prime programming schedule memorized and have my work cut out for me.

Eating:
Lemon Pepper chicken with guacamole [and Spanish rice.]
As part of my Lent I took on cooking more and trying new recipes. However, this has easily become my go-to after work dinner. The guac was a last minute "I'm already eating this while waiting for the chicken to be done so I'll just add it to the chicken" decision, and such a good one!

Smelling:
Not Your Mother's Beach Babe shampoo.
I've used the Beach Babe texturizing spray since college but stumbled upon the shampoo this past week during a post-work Target necessities run. #gamechanger [Also cannot wait to try their new dry finish texture spray, waiting on friend's review before buying my own can.]

Drinking:

I am all about some flavored water. Yes, I have a Brita and all but abuse it during the week but a good flavored water hits the spot after a long run. Nestle Pure Life Splash is 2/$5 at Publix [aka $2.50 for one 6 pack] and tastes great. There are three flavors, but Strawberry Melon is my favorite.

Wearing: OPI: Black Onyx 

Reading: I don't think you could find a more diverse array of books by the side of my bed.
Andy Cohen Diaries- Andy Cohen
Rediscover Jesus- Matthew Kelly
The Choice [yes, still]- Nicholas Sparks

I am really wanting to jump into the new Nicholas Sparks, See Me. Maybe in March when work slows down just a little maybe to the speed of light. Ha!

Listening: Banshee- Santigold

Loving:
THIS WEATHER!
Last Friday it was 65 degrees and sunny. Our office has a sweet patio off the front conference room and I cannot wait for work sessions out there come spring.

Wanting:
Zaxby's Wings and Things. Sonic cherry limeade. Soccer Taco's Big League fajitas. Black Horse's beer cheese dip and soft pretzels. And a Crown and Goose Bloody Mary.
#Lent

Lately [January]

Watching: After 14 years, The X-Files have been re-opened!!!
Fox premiered the mini-series Sunday night with a two part special concluding Monday night and I already cannot wait for next week's episode. Joel McHale makes his network return as an alien obsessed TV personality who takes an interest in Scully. Oh and there's a girl with alien DNA. And Mulder is still on the eternal search for his sister. Buckle up!

Eating: Buffalo Pretzel Chips dipped in ranch, the perfect snack.

Smelling: The Pink Peony candles are back at Target!

Drinking: Jam Jar Sweet Shiraz wine.
I am usually not a fan of red wine but this should be bought in bulk and drank often. In the tub. Sara gave me a bottle [with the sweetest note written on it] as my going away/first day of work present. All the praise hands to her for introducing this goodness to my taste buds!

Wearing: OPI: My Gondola or Yours?

Reading: February's Harper's Bazaar.
I won't lie I bought it after seeing the amazing cover spread with Reese Witherspoon but the article with Milania Trump was awesome. Not only is she stunning but studied Architecture and Design at university and knows her politics.

Listening: Gold in the Sun- Young in the City
"God damn you were the gold in the sun"

Loving: Loreal's Voluminous Carbon Black mascara. I am a lashes girl all the way but I also love my snooze button. A couple swipes of this mascara and you've got fashion blogger lashes and still time to grab coffee on the way to work. 

Wanting: Every Valentine's Day decoration in Target's $1 Section. Who says you need a boyfriend on Valentine's Day to decorate your house with pink and red banners and candy hearts in vases?

Lately [in 2016]

Watching: The Bachelor is back!

All you need to know is .."we already have a villain and she's named after a fabric"

Eating: T Marzetti's Southwest Ranch veggie dip and celery sticks. I'm addicted. 

Smelling: Target's Cozy Nights candle, this became one of my favorite scents last year. This line of candles is great 1. because they're only $10 and 2. it only takes about 15 minutes for the whole house to smell amazing and the aroma stays long after you blow it out.

Drinking: Peppermint tea all day every day. It's the perfect morning wake me up or 8pm Netflix and chill. 

Wearing: OPI: Guys and Galaxies

Reading: The Choice by Nicholas Sparks. The movie adaptation comes out next month, just in time for Valentine's Day, and I was instantly intrigued. I always love a good love story, especially when it's 36 degrees outside and you have a bed full of pillows.

Listening: The greatest thing Spotify ever did was create the algorithm for the Discover Weekly playlists. My playlist this week is the best it's been in a hot minute and I already have four songs added to my songs list from it. My current favorite right now is this track from BANNERS.

Loving: 2016. The first full week of this year has been full of new fun adventures and work days that leave me feeling fulfilled and successful. Oh and a wonderful new place to call home. 

Wanting: She Reads Truth's Lenten study book. Lent is a special time in my life each year and after reading the overview of this study I cannot wait to begin. Join me?

Lately [in December]

Watching: One of my all time favorite movies is Independence Day. I mean it doesn't get much better than a shirtless Will Smith dragging an alien across the desert OR Uncle Eddie saving the day and taking out the aliens. Wait for it... they're making a second Independence Day! Yes, you read that right. Independence Day: Resurgence comes out next June. Check out the awesome trailer here.

Eating: If you live in Knoxville you must must go to Sweet Pea's BBQ on Jackson Ave downtown. Their brisket and BBQ sauces are mouth watering. Literally, was craving it at the office Sunday afternoon. 

Smelling: I absolutely loved Tory Burch's first fragrance, it's definitely an everyday scent. And just in time for Christmas her new scent, Tory Burch Absolu Eau. It smells divine. Santa baby..

Drinking: Another day another La Croix flavor. This week, Passion Fruit.

Wearing: OPI: Got the Blues for Red

Reading: Christmas cards!!

Listening: The Maine has been releasing covers of classic songs on YouTube every week and finally released one on Spotify last week! I have loved this 90s song since my middle schools days [mix CD, what up] and now I love it even more.

Loving: Driving home each night and seeing all the Christmas lights and tons of Christmas cheer around town! The office is swimming in Christmas packages and cards and decorations and I could not love it any more.

Wanting: Everything on Brittany Fuson's 12 Days of Christmas list. One of Brittany's personal favorites on sale each day. Don't miss out on all these pretties!

Lately

Watching: More like what are we not watching? All the fall shows have sucked me in, no mercy. I wanted to list my new favorite Wicked City, and then it was the first show to get the axe. #fail
So instead Vanderpump Rules, HTGAWM, Scandal, Scream Queens, Blood & Oil, Reign, and RHOBH will have to do.

Eating: Chunky guacamole and tortilla chips have become my new favorite snack. Kroger had Wholly Guacamole BOGO last week and I am hooked. 

Smelling: Peppermint everything! I covet my peppermint twist candle from Initial This every year. I splurge and get one every year during their open house aka 20% off,  the only way I can justify a $16 candle. But lord do they smell good. 

Drinking: La Croix Curate, Kiwi Watermelon and Pineapple Strawberry are my favorites at the moment. Keep your eyes open, these go on sale all the time. 

Wearing: OPI gel polish has changed the game. I am almost two weeks with the same manicure. This is heaven. I already have a list of colors I can't wait to try: Lincoln Park after Dark, My Gondola or Yours, Russian Navy, Black Cherry Chutney.

Reading: It's all Southern on my bedside table. Southern Living's Christmas Double Issue and Southern Weddings V8. Yes, it is my guilty pleasure and visually stunning. 

Listening: I can't just pick one for this, and yes I am a working 25 year old, but the new One Direction and Justin Bieber are so good.





Loving: Evelyn Henson hid four precious downloadables in her Holiday Gift Guide. Just scroll down to the Deck your Tech box and ta-da these precious prints will appear. I am loving the string of lights and holiday sparkle patterns. And while you're there don't forget to order something for your favorites. I already have my eyes on a print for someone on my Nice list.

Wanting:
A Fit Bit.
Yes, a Fit Bit.
The more friends I have that get one and love it the more I want one.
Dear Santa,