Currently: October 2014

It’s that time of the month already! Time for my monthly wrap up… I changed it up a little this month, sharing some new things I’ve never talked about in “currently.” Enjoy!

Current Netflix Binge:

I’ve broken down and joined Netflix. Yes, the girl who barely watches any television has subscribed to Netflix, for one reason, two words: GILMORE GIRLS.

I never watched this show when it was on TV. However, one extra wintry winter a few years back, I watched the entire series. And, in watching it, I completely fell in love with Rory and Loralei. My friend Erin said it well… If only we could be as witty as Loralei one day…

Seriously, if you’ve never watched this series, it’s time… and the entire series is available on Netflix! Let me know what you think of Stars Hollow, will ya?

Current Confession:

So, I haven’t really talked about it on social media… and I hate to talk about it with my friends because it’s a total downer, but my car accident last month kicked my arse. I’ve been on the couch for a whole month… watching Gilmore Girls. Rotating ice packs (aka bags of corn and edamame) with heat compresses… and planning to take over the world when this damn thing heals.

Now, I’m only sharing this with you now because I’m feeling SO MUCH BETTER four weeks later! Finally!!!

I’m not 100% and I’m still afraid to carry much… but gosh, not being miserable when I wake up is heavenly!!! For all of you who have chronic back pain, I am SO SORRY! For all of those who have listened to me whine, THANK YOU!!!! I owe you REAL wine!

Current Craft:

I’ve had my eye on a little capelet from Ravelry forever… And, during my fabulous couchtime and while watching Rory’s first days at Chilton… I made it! I totally want to make another! Maybe in a charcoal or mustard color. What do you think?? I’m in love!

This makes me excited to knit additional wooly fall/winter things!

Current Book:

This month, I’m not pointing out a work of fiction… instead, the most beautiful cookbook I’ve laid eyes on in YEARS!

The Skinnytaste Cookbook was released in late September, and I was BEYOND excited to receive my copies. Gina‘s cookbook is LOADED with calories that are “light on calories, big on flavor.” I recently made her Skinny Chicken Parmesan and it was phenomenal…

I am in LOVE with all of Gina’s recipes… both those on her blog and these new creations that are part of her cookbook. Order yours here… it’s amazing, I promise!

Current Hairstyle:

I’m still pretty obsessed with how easy it is to curl my hair everyday for work… I mentioned it last month, but wow, it’s so easy!

And, I have yet to burn myself… {Knocking on wood.}

Current Memorable Moment:

At the beginning of the month, I got to participate in my very first engagement! My friends Alex and Tiffany made it official… and Alex wanted to have Tiff’s closest friends involved in the action. I was honored to be a part of it, and had trouble keeping a dry eye during the actual proposal.

And, of course, she said YES!!! Congrats, Alex and Tiffany!

Current Outfit:

It’s not REALLY an outfit, but wow, it’s the cutest coat on the planet from New York and Company. Half coat, half cape… yep, I BIG-PUFFY-HEART love it!

Hooray for coupons!! For more detail, click here.

Current Flavor Inspiration:

As part of Tiffany’s engagement extravaganza, we had brunch at a little Denver restaurant called Jimmy’s Urban Bar & Grill. I’m not huge on brunch, but considering the special occasion, I decided to try something new that I had never had… and to just jump in.

Hello, Chicken and Waffles. I can’t wait to come up with a healthier version of this. There has to be one. I’ll create it, and I’ll share it… I’m still having dreams about this stuff. It was that good… must recreate.

Current Crazy Thing I’ve Done:

I been Christmas shopping all year long. When I was in California at the wineries with Crystal, I picked up a few things. I pre-ordered one of my favorite bloggers’ new books, and I even picked up a few fun things in Savannah during Fitbloggin! All these items have been hanging out in my guest room, but it was time to get them on the road.

I’m far from done Christmas shopping… I still need things for my niece and nephew, my brother, and my stepdad, but this first box is progress. I did feel pretty nuts wrapping packages in October though…