Day 156: 365 Project

I finally cleaned all the sand off the shells and rocks we got when we were in Morro Bay in April. Once they dry, I'm going to put them into this cute wooden centerpiece thing that I got in the dollar section at Target a few years ago, then I'm going to put a candle in the middle of it. I'm excited about it.

I love Morro Bay because it's the only beach I can think of where I can find shells and rocks on the beach. All other beaches seem to have is seaweed and dead jellyfishes, but walking along the shore at Morro Bay, I always find beautiful rocks and shells. We even found a whole sand dollar (it's on the top left in the picture)! I was so excited.

On another note, related to cleaning, I'm working on cleaning out the extra bedroom that's currently being used as a storage room. I made a huge dent in it the other day! It looks worse than it did before, but it's on its way to being a room again. I can't wait! I'm really motivated to get it cleaned out to find things that I don't want anymore, partly because it frees up more space, but mostly because my mom is having a yard sale next weekend and I want to find every possible thing we can get rid of to get some extra cash!

Also, I'm actually ahead on my 365 project. On my Memorial Day post, I posted a couple extra pictures (because I couldn't decide which ones to cut), so I'm ahead! It's nice because I have a little leeway if I'm unable to post one day.

Happy Friday-ing.

Day 155: 365 Project

See, this is why I can't own nice things.

I guess when I parked this morning after taking Sami to school, getting gas and grabbing Starbucks, I parked too close to the red pole. Sam forgot his wallet at home, so I was leaving to take him his wallet at work. I was pulling out and I hear my car scratching up against the pole. I knew the side of my car would be red. I was pretty upset, but by the time I got to AMI, I was over it. I actually think it looks pretty cool! It's my "racing stripe!"

I still might try to take some of it off tomorrow. We'll see. It'll just give my car more character. Let me tell you though, my car has a whole lot of character at this point. I still wouldn't trade it in for a better model! And that's not just because I don't do well with change...

Oh, Happy Day.

Day 145, 146, 147, 148, 149, 150, 151, 152, 153 & 154: 365 Project

We had a relaxing, eventful Memorial Day weekend. The first part was mostly just relaxing, then on Monday we went to Monterey for the day. It was good to get away to enjoy nice weather and good shrimp.

First of all, thank you to the men who have served and those who are currently serving. Your dedication to our country is very much appreciated.

On Sunday after church, Sam and I took advantage of the BBQ we have by the pool. It's the first time we've used it, and let me tell you, I wish we would have used it sooner! I love BBQ burgers. It was Sam's first time using a BBQ, and he did a great job!

And as you can tell from Sam's crazy hair, it was super windy outside.

On Monday we decided to get away for the day. I used some of the graduation money I got, so I guess it could be called a "graduation trip." It was a rather relaxing day, we left around 10 a.m. or so. Stopped off in Los Banos for some coffee and a snack. Got to Monterey and went to Bubba Gumps. Shrimp was so yummy! Shrimp is pretty much the only kind of fish I really enjoy. We walked along Cannery Row and Fisherman's Wharf. We stopped by Ghiradelli and got a sundae because I'm pretty sure it's some sort of sin not to. Okay, not really, but their chocolate is just too good to pass up. We got an espresso dark chocolate sundae. It was really good. Next time, I'm getting the peanut butter sundae.

Whenever I go somewhere, my "thing" to get as a souvenir is usually a T-shirt, but recently, my more cheaper choice is those squished pennies. I got one from Bubba Gumps and one that has Monterey, Ca with penguins on it.

 Little boat called The Little Mermaid!!! Love it!

Hmm.. Helmet (Safety First!) or really bad bowl cut? You be the judge.

Be careful, mister! That dogs poo is on fire! Okay, well, it's actually most likely grass. Not buying it though because there wasn't any grass in the area. It has to be fire!

Do you see the cute sea otter poking its head out? We saw a bunch of these little guys!

The weather was perfect and it wasn't too busy for being Memorial Day. It was a nice, quick getaway. Hope everyone enjoyed their weekend as well!

We also rented No Strings Attached, The Social Network and Due Date because I had codes that needed to be used before today. Yay for practically free movies! I paid $1 for free movie codes on Groupon (Or was it LivingSocial?). Worth it!

Happy June! Enjoy this wonderful weather before it gets too hot!