After Russ got through "playing doctor" on Friday, we took Farley to Wee Paws and headed up to Starkvegas for the weekend. It was Bulldog Bash weekend, and it was tons of fun! Because the rest of the crew got downtown around 3 for the pre-bash activities, we just met them there. We had a seat saved at Bin 612 when we arrived right by the stage! It was perfect!! The Grove was playing when we arrived, followed by a couple other bands. We finished up by listening to Gavin Degraw - one of my obsessions since the debut of One Tree Hill! I was so jealous because Kristin got her picture made with him earlier that day! We had a great time - I'm sure you'll be able to tell by the pictures. We also saw lots of friends from college/high school.

The guys

The girls: Kristin, me, and Kristin's roommate

Don't worry! We were protected! In fact, this man stood with his behind right by my head all night!

Season and Ryan came for the weekend too!

"Smithites"

My baby brother and me

Crazy brother-in-laws

Me and my hubby

My little sister and me having fun!

Dustin's date to the football game

Lee and Kristin

Since we all had separate cars downtown, we decided to all ride to the apartment together and get our cars the next morning. I was waiting in the car the next morning when Dustin came out ready for "pick-up." He has absolutely NO self-esteem issues!

Dustin's gameday morning look

Hurricane Heels

Okay...so my sister and I have been known for having a little bit of a shoe fetish (mine wore off soon after I got married and had to live on a budget!). But Kristin's still holds. I was checking blogs and stumbled across this picture - Hurricane Heels!!! Apparently, they sold out in Florida, Alabama, and Louisiana! Hilarious!

Southern Living at HOME September Specials Too...

After the response I had from my October specials post, I thought I might should have posted September specials too - in case you were interested in partying or ordering this month! So, here goes!

Hostess Special: Patina Wall Tiles ONLY $19.95!! Saves you 67%!!

Hostess Special: Drake Lantern and Hook combo $19.95. Saves you 71%!!! Wow!

Best Hostess Special!!! NEW Cordova Firescreen for ONLY $44.95!!! Unbelievable!

Customer Special: The ever popular Estate Trivet Trio for ONLY $14.95!! Use together...or break it up for three gifts! Saves you 55%!!

Customer Special: Christmas Memories Appetizer Plates set of two for only $9.95! Set of four for $19.95!!

Plus more!! If September interests you, email me today!!

Southern Living at HOME October Specials!!

Okay...I must tell you the fall season for Southern Living at HOME is the BEST!!! It is a fantastic way to start your Christmas shopping! There are numerous decorating ideas in our new fall catalog. Get a group of friends together and SHOP while eating, visiting, and NO CROWDS!! What could be better!? You will also receive tons of FREE and discounted products! Customers will even have the option to receive tremendous discounts. I will list a couple. Check these out!

Hostess Special: Gail Pittman's Cottage Garden Bowl for only $19.95 - that's 60% off!!!!

Hostess Special: Astoria Flatware Caddy for only $27.95!! Saves you 62%!

Customer Special: Holiday Door Bucket for only $16.95!! Great Christmas gift! Saves you 52%! This is my favorite piece for the holidays - on my front door in a wreath like the one shown.

Customer AND Hostess Special: Southern Living subscription for ONLY $9.95! Also available as a gift subscription! Amazing gift for any occasion...or just to have on hand. Saves 50%!

These are just a few of our October specials!! Call or email me ASAP to book your fall party! Or, if you'd just like to see a catalog to take orders at work or school, let me know. You can also leave your email address, and I'll send you a complete flyer for the October specials with detailed information on partying. You will still receive hostess benefits! I will provide the invites and products. You just invite your friends and have fun! Can't wait to hear from you!

Click here to check out our Hostess Program. Click on our online magazine, on my sidebar, to check out all the products!

Welcome Fall!!

So, I've been a little busy this week. I suppose the whole "football season" thing has gotten me in the mood for FALL!! You can really feel it in the air! There's nothing like the feeling of fall. I love it! Well, I've never really decorated for fall before. We ate lunch at Pat and Felicia's Sunday afternoon, and her house looked super cute with all her fall decor. Pat is in the middle of a month rotation in Nashville right now...so, Felicia's up for anything these days. So, last night, we got busy! We stocked up at Michael's first. Then, today, we went by Hobby Lobby to finish up. I made a stop by Bath and Body Works, too, to treat myself to a new fall scented Wallflower. Those are the greatest! I went with Autumn Apple for right now (It has a softer fall scent - reminded me of September.) I also got the newest scent, Leaves - perfect for October!

The wreath I made for my front door. There's a story behind this ordeal!

One of my Hobby Lobby purchases today....Harvest!

Felicia's hard work on the mantle - looks great!

Another Hobby Lobby purchase - on the hearth.

My dining table centerpiece - Jackson Square Tray and Hemingway Hurricane (Southern Living at HOME!)

We made a mess! And Felicia vacuumed! I didn't even argue! She hates to vacuum her house (all hardwood floors). But, she says it's fun to vacuum carpet. Whatever!

Crazy girl! This is one of the two outside wreaths on the front. Remember, I have three front doors.

In my opinion, my house looks and smells great - nice and "homey!" Thanks Felicia!! It was fun!

MSU 34 - SELA 10

GO STATE! GO STATE!!

Yesterday's game WAS much better than last week. Thank goodness! We started our day quite early. My parents were in Starkvegas at the tailgate by 9:30. (Lee and Dustin & Co. set the tents up Friday night.) Russ and I arrived by noon. Soon after, the rest of the crew showed up: Kristin, Lee, Dustin and friends, the Holcombes and their family, and Lee's mom. We had a full 3 tents and a great time! There was an unbelievable amount of food there! I brought Greek pasta salad and peanut butter chip brownies. There were also sandwiches, chicken strips, all kinds of dips, cookies, crackers, sausage/cheese plate, chips, and MORE! It was crazy! We had a great time visiting, watching the Ole Miss game on the satellite, and seeing old friends. The game wasn't too bad either! Ha!

Russ enjoying a relaxing day away from the hospital

The Johnson tailgaters

Mama and Sherra

Kristin and Lee - Kristin arrived in fine Chi O style!

Mama and me

Kristin and me

Daddy and Dustin (Notice the new iPhone in his lap! When he shook it, it sounded like a cowbell!)

College friends, Marcee and Rachael, stopped by for a visit as they always do. Jennifer and Jaysen also stopped by, but I failed to get a picture!

Lee and Russ

After the game, we went bowling with Kristin and Lee. (Dustin had to work the gate for a party after the game) I know! We are crazy! It was 11:00 before we left the tailgate. We bowled until close to 2 am!! Then, we went back to campus to take the tents down until next week. Russ and I got home around 3:30 am!! Reminds me of my late night college days! Ha! We had a great time!

Lee, me, and Kristin

Russ's bowling shoes

Look at that form!

Kristin and me