Hey everyone!
I hope you’re all having a good week! It’s been pretty snowy here in Chicago, and wearing rain boots every day is putting a damper on my clothing options… However, I LOVE the snow, so I’m a happy camper. I think it makes everything look like you’re in a different, magical world. Yes, I know I sound ridiculous. And with that, on to this week’s installment of Thursday Thoughts!
1. I didn’t watch the Oscars (no TV) but I did see this video of an interview with Jennifer Lawrence after winning Best Actress and died laughing.
2. I saw this tutorial on Pinterest for DIY “bride” shirts. You could use this for any kind of home-made shirt, like for a racing team or something! I’m just glad I actually read the whole tutorial, otherwise I wouldn’t have put the board in between the front and back of the shirt and ended up with a mess…
3. I know I say this almost every day, but I am addicted to Parenthood. I’m almost out of Netflix episodes… I hate when that happens.
4. Speaking of television, I’m DYING to see who Sean picks on the Bachelor. I literally woke up Tuesday morning and immediately watched so I could see who he let go this week before having it spoiled by social media.
5. I’ve been wanting to find some reason to use Rent the Runway, and finally I’ve got it – my cousin’s wedding! It’s a black-tie affair, so I’ve been looking through some really gorgeous full-length gowns. Now I just have to convince my mother that this is a good idea for her to finance…
6. This girl is the most entertaining person on g-chat ever. I was stifling laughter in two of my classes Monday because she and her coworker were so hilarious. I almost had to step out of the room.
7. I’m running my first race since the Turkey Trot 5K I ran back in November! I’m not 100% but I’m sooooo ready to get back out there! It will, however, be a fun race since it’s on a trail, but nevertheless I’m so ready and excited!
8. Laura wrote a great post this week about how her blog is an honest story about her life, about her “imperfect me” and I think all of us in the HLB blog world (bloggers and readers) should give it a read. Well put, Laura!
9. Alright, go off and have a great Thursday!
Have you ever used Rent the Runway?
Do you use gchat? Who do you talk to the most?
Any races or big events coming up for you?
I WANT to get addicted to parenthood as I neeeeed me something to watch during cardio 🙂
I CAINT….yet.
It is SO good!
Gchat is how we chat at work! I love gchat, but it’s so creepy when random people I e-mail show up on my list!
Haha I totally agree – I usually change them to “don’t show” in the list
I love Jennifer Lawrence! That video is too funny!
She’s hilarious!
I just started watching Parenthood (on Netflix) and love it so far!
I really love it, they just have the best family dynamic and it can be really funny at times!
1) I love JLAW- she’s my total girl crush
2) thanks for the tip! I’m a MOH this summer so I may have to make these!
7) best of luck on your race 🙂
Thanks, Maureen! And I’m thinking about making shirts like that too for my friend’s wedding!
I am looking for a new Netflix series, (have already finished Friday Night Lights, Revenge, and Scandal…)! I am going to give Parenthood a try next!
Definitely try it out, I just love the whole family dynamic
I’ve just started watching Parenthood this week. I’m already halfway through season two, it’s so good! I just love the whole family dynamic, it’s funny, crazy and touching all at the same time.
Exactly, that’s how I feel about the show!
I dont use Gchat but my parents live out of the country so we used to skype a lot (free) but then when they were visiting i talked them into getting an ipad since they travel a lot too and now we facetime which in my opnion works better than skype!!
and also, i have never even heard of rent the runway – awesome idea!
That’s great that you can skype with them! I’ve tried skype, but honestly I hate that I’m on camera! Haha
I think you need to rent that red dress! It would look gorggg on you, especially with your red hair. I always wished I had red hair! Lucky girl 😀 That trail race sounds great. I’ve always wanted to do one of those too.
I was thinking the red too!
I want an event to go to where I need to where a full-length gown. The weddings I go to aren’t that formal. I haven’t worn a dress like that since Prom!
I love g-chat and my friend Laura and I chat on there several times a week!
Haha well I didn’t go to prom, so now is my chance!
Never used rent the rentway – I’d be curious to try it sometime. I don’t even know if it’s available in Canada, though!
Oh I don’t know? Worth looking into!
I don’t have a TV either, but I totally stalked all of Jennifer Lawrence’s speeches. She’s so fun! Major girl crush…
Haha serious girl crush!
I feel like when I say I love snow, I am always in the minority. As people get older, I feel like they like it less. I love getting snowed in and relaxing at home!
Oh I love snow!!!! Everyone else is just crazy.
Super excited for punk the monk!
I want to wear a ballgown to something too. I miss dressing up!
I know, I wear workout clothes waaaay too much, I like getting dressed up!
that is a hilarious race name, I love their logo.
They’re pretty amusing!
I haven’t done a race since my yankee stadium 5k back in August! I’m hoping to sign up for a local St. Patty’s Day 5k..off to go scout it out!
good luck!
My goal each and every day is to make you crack up out loud in class.
so far you’re doing a really good job.
I always love your Thursday posts 🙂 look forward to them EVERYYYYY week babyyyyyyy 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂
It’s snowy here in London too!!!!!!! I even had to buy warmer boots!!!!!! Hahahaha!
I talk on g chat with Sara from Nourish and Flourish 🙂 Would love to talk to you some time though 😉
Love you
Awww thanks, Meg, you’re too sweet!
I LOVE parenthood! I was so sad when I finished it on Netflix recently. I have a 15k at the end of March and a half at the end of April! Woo
They have all of season 4 on Hulu Plus! Haha that’s what I’m watching now! Stupid commercials though…
Love RTR! So easy and they have a gorgeous selection of gowns!
They really do, I barely got through a few pages before I had to stop!
I’ve only heard about Rent the Runway. It is so ideal!
I know, it’s such a good idea!
I kind of wish I had thought about using Rent the Runway for the Oscar party I went to, but just that screenshot makes me shudder at the prices! My ballgown was only $50!
well, those are some of the more expensive ones, but $50 is quite a deal!
Oooooh I LOVE that last quote!!! Must go pin it 🙂
I love Jennifer Lawrence. Finally an actress that is fresh, down to earth, and a good role model for a healthy body image. AND she is talented. love her
Haha I get all my quotes from pinterest these days!
Your mom should totally finance that rent the runway experience. It sounds like an excellent thing to test out and a family event is an awesome place to do it! I have my first half in two weeks…I’m really excited 🙂
AHH SO EXCITING!!! And yes, my mother should definitely help me out with this one!
Those tank tops are awesome!
I know, so cute!
That rental program looks so great! I’ve never hear of it but I want to check it out now. Parenthood is the BEST! I caught up too fast and now I’m stuck until next season! The shirts are so cute! I never saw that one but I think I want to make those for my girls!
I’m watching season 4 on Hulu+ right now, I’m going to be so upset when it’s over!
First, best of luck on the race Katie! You will do fabulously, even if you don’t think you are the most prepared you have been, it will be a good way to get back into the swing of things 🙂
I am also SO EXCITED/ANXIOUS to know who Sean picks! It’s the only reality show that I truly get into and proud of it haha
Thanks, Tessa! And I am SO EXCITED about the Bachelor too!!!
love that last quote!
My husband and I recently started watching Parenthood too and I absolutely love it!!
I’m glad you like it, the family dynamic is great and it can be really funny at times!
Thanks again for that shout out, so glad that you enjoyed the post!
you are very welcome!