A Year In Review

Hi Friends! It's been quite a while since I've checked in. Well, it's official. I have survived my first semester of law school and it was certainly quite a ride. Thinking back to where I was 12 months ago, my life was incredibly different and I honestly would have never predicted being in Louisiana. 

I've made some amazing new friends this year, worked harder than I ever could have imagined, started over in a new city, learned a ton, and soaked up life in DC. 

Here are y'all's favorite posts from each month this year. 

January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December

Here's to hoping next year is even better! Happy New Year!

Insta-Life Law School So Far

Hey y'all! So, the initial law school terror I've been experiencing over the last few weeks has started to fade, and dare I say it? I'm actually feeling confident about the work/studying I've been doing. I've officially been a NOLA resident for a month now, and man is it crazy how much your life can change in such a short amount of time! Here's a little peak c/o my instagram of my life in NOLA so far. 

After the first week of getting settled, I've pretty much spent 85% of my waking hours somehow related to school. Now I will say, I expected law school to be tough. The subject, the stress, the long hours, the competition, and the constant anxiety about looking like an idiot. Well, two weeks into class and I have to say so far law school hasn't been too bad. If you're not familiar law professors use the Socratic Method to teach you. Essentially they cold call on you and try to make you look like an unprepared idiot. Fun right? This aspect of law school definitely had me the most nervous. Well. I got cold called. At the very beginning of my very first torts class. Honestly, I think that was the scariest moment of my life. My mind went completely blank and my stomach was instantly in my throat. I completely butchered the ruling of the case, which is kind of the point of reading cases, but you know what? I lived. And I realized that it's really not all that bad. And, yeah there are going to be plenty of stress filled days, but there's also plenty of time (for now at least) to have some down time. So yay for that! Now for y'all, hopefully that means you'll actually see me around this here blog more than I thought! And I'll actually have time to read y'alls blogs too! 

July Recap

I can't believe July is really over! Summer is quickly coming to a close and I'm only 48 hours away from a major move! July was a great last month in DC, jam packed with good food (probably too much but oh so worth it), good friends and lots of packing. 

pool time on the roof / pretty plants 

obsessing over purple nails / amazing roasted chicken pizza with cherries

best bloody marys in NOLA / an array of pretty summer scarves

LOTD's / coffee

blogger brunch salads / ham and cheese croissants

the open road / and lots and lots of lavender

How was your July? 

Currently

Listening to CNN's nonstop coverage of the George Zimmerman trial. I'm so ready for this trial to be over. Anyone else?

Loving that it's Thursday already! This week has flown by! And after this I only have 3 weeks of work left!

Drinking iced coffee. It's too darn hot for regular

Reading an Introduction to The Study and Practice of Law in a Nut Shell. Super exciting.

Wearing a cream v-neck sweater I picked up on super sale from the gap, my thrifted micro-pleat blue skirt and my favorite beige heels. Going for comfort today.

Thinking that I can't wait for the exciting changes to come in the next few weeks.

Feeling excited, optimistic and a little anxious.

Wondering what I should have for lunch. I'm thinking a trip to Taylor's is in order

Realizing that I only have 23 days left in DC! Where is the time going!!!

Happy Thursday y'all!

Life Lately and a Giveaway!

This is what life has looked like lately according to instagram.

Summer weather has officially made it's way to Washington (though I'm thankful it took it's sweet time). I've been celebrating with lots of time wandering around the hill, watching baseball games, and partaking in a few yummy cocktails.

Even more baseball, late nights with good friends, a few pretty flowers and some new beauty goodies to sample c/o Birchbox and Simple Skincare.

Finally shopping for some baubles at South Moon Under, pretty flowers in my front yard, Cheese Shop deliciousness in Williamsburg, and taking in the breathtaking views of the tidal basin while I still can!

Now, the lovely people over at Shabby Apple would like to give one of you fabulous ladies a $50 giftcard! Great way to start the week, right? If you don't already know, Shabby Apple is an online dress boutique that specializes in vintage and retro dresses.  Click Here: vintage dresses to see the selection! Winners will be announced on June 12th.

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Insta-Rewind

Here's a look at life lately according to Instagram.

Went for a lovely walk around the track to enjoy 70 degree weather, finally!

Sparkles on a Monday make everything better

Finally made it to the Jefferson Memorial, and it was amazing! Probably my favorite

Brunching shenanigans 

my PIC #dccallie

Trying a new kale chip recipe. 

St. Patty's Day Green.

Red. Black. Python.

Dupont Circle Pretty.

Color and Curls. 

Amazing new shoes. Leopard. Leather. Studs. Done.

Kitty Snuggles

Red and Black

I'm linking up here today for some more instagram fun. Come join! 

If you knew me in real life...

I got this idea from Erin a few weeks ago and I told her I'd be sure to follow up with my own "If you knew me in real life according to facebook" post. So here we go. 

If you knew me in real life...

You'd know that this was the best summer ever. 

Africa 2007

That I'm the kind of girl who wears jewel encrusted sunglasses on safari in Africa.

Africa 2007

That I can be super gangster.  

Spain 2008

That I I'm the kind of girl who likes to take naps on the grass is Paris.  

Paris 2008

That I have two sisters (I don't think they've ever made an appearance on this blog so hi girls!)

Atlanta, 2008

That the metro still freaks me out after living here for almost 4 years. 

DC, 2009

That I LOVE Georgia Football  

Athens, GA

I fell in love with Spain and traveling when I was 16. 

Spain, 2004

That I met Teddy Geiger when I was 17. Highlight of my life, yet to be topped. 

Atlanta, 2006

That I'm pretty into politics (though I bet you already knew that)

DC, 2010

Charlotte, 2012

That my best friend is a Republican

Athens 2008

That I'm enamored by anything that sparkles and glitters (though again, I think y'all might have gotten that impression of me at this point). 

2012

That I enjoy baking...

2010

That these girls are my favorite. 

2010

2013

That I'm a pretty good beer drinker....

2012

And still play drinking games...

2011

Boom. Now you know me according to Facebook. What do you think? Do you still want to be my blog friend? I sure hope so. For more of these shennanigans you should like me on facebook too. 

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Happy Monday Gals!

Insta-Rewind

It's time for a little February rap. This was my life via Instagram. If you're not already following me, and why wouldn't you be, click here.  

Crafting with burlap and a monogram. 

Pizza with Friends

brunch with bloggers.

Casual Sundays.

A little label love. 

Showing off my handy work. Scarf #2!

Saturday at Union Market

Snuggling with the Kitty.

Free Hugs with my other half. 

Bright nails for the dull weather. 

Emerald everywhere and a sock bun for good measure.

If you're Instagram obsessed like I am you need to link up with my favorites Emily, Kimberly and Angie. It's an Instagram link up--- so stop by one of their blogs, link up and meet some new instagram friends! This is how I've found most of my insta-favorites. Love it. Also linking up here. Happy Tuesday Gals!