THE LOST FILES: THE RESERVATION

Is it okay to be still talking about my birthday? I don't care, I have to share this! For my 21st birthday, my mom planned a surprise Cowboys + Indians themed birthday party! How cute is that? Hindsight really is 20/20 because looking back I feel silly that I didn't pick up on some of the things they were doing. But she manged to pull it off without a hitch! All of my favorite people were there, my beloved teepee that Stephen got me for my 17th birthday was basking in sun after being kept in a box in my closet for years, my Indian princess outfit was all ready there and waiting for me to slip into it, and she made the most deliciously adorable food. Cactus Juice anyone?  

It's probably my most favorite birthday ever, with Disney World (5th birthday) and Disney Land/California Adventures (10th birthday) in close seconds! I've thrown a few surprise parties, but never been given one, and truthfully, I've always wanted one. So now I feel fulfilled in the birthday department. ;) Thanks mom, you rule at throwing one adorably sweet and fun party! 

A BIRTHDAY WISHLIST

My birthday is in a few days, and I couldn't help myself! There are so many pretty things out there. I'm really trying to simplify life in a lot of areas, but I think birthdays are an exception. They're special and meant to be celebrated! Bring on the cake, confetti, and pug puppies please!

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1. I have been waiting for this movie to become a movie for a long time. To say that it was one of my favorite movies of 2012 would be an understatement. So naturally, I want it for my collection!

2. The Lumineers on vinyl, need I say more?

3. I have been dreaming about these boots for such a long time. Anytime I see someone wearing them, especially in this color, I let out a very audible whimper. It would be fun to finally own a pair!

4. I already have one of these in regular mouth, but I'd love to have one in wide mouth. They are so handy. Pink straw this time please! 

5. Everything in the Dear Creatures Spring line is amazing. It's so hard to choose a favorite! I'd graciously accept any of those dresses, especially this one and this one. They're having a Spring sale right now, so check it out!

6. I don't own any maxi/midi length skirts, but I want to. I bought a black one this winter and had to return it because I didn't think it looked very good. I feel like this one would be perfect! That color is so good, and it seems opaque enough without being too heavy. I could see it being my Summer staple!

7. These Steve Madden boots are also perfect for summer. Paired with that green skirt, oh yes.

8. This NARS blush is such a pretty shade. I love the fleck of golden in it.

9. If there is one thing you should know about me, it is that I  r e p e l  technology. Literally, sometimes it just flys out of my hands. Case and point, just got a new iPhone, less than 1 week later flys out of my hands and the back glass hits concrete brick floors shattering it. You're probably wondering why I don't have a lifeproof or otterbox aren't you? Well, they're ugly! I've been on the hunt for a pretty case, and when I came across this shop I knew I could stop looking. They have so many great cases, now it's up to my indecisive self to pick one!

10. Last but not least, if we are being honest...all I really want is a pug puppy. I feel like this year might be the year, but I'm pretty sure I said that last year. I am going to remain blissfully optimistic! One day this dream will come to fruition!

Also, don't forget to enter the birthday giveaway! I'll be choosing a winner tonight!

Photos of a Little Meghan!

In honor of my birthday (can you guess how old I am?! If you know don't tell!) I thought I'd share some pictures of baby me! I clearly remember rocking the mullet for quite a few years, and also, those clothes should be a dead giveaway for the time I was just a young girl. 

1.// My grandma holding a baby me, my cousin Jared, and my cousin Sarah. 

2.// Me looking pretty adorable in those flannel pj's at Christmas! Dakota wore almost identical ones this past Christmas.

3.// Brother + sister, and random chocolate on my lip!

4.// Big blue eyes + curly hair, two things that did not carry on through to my adulthood.

5.// Jared and I, both rockin' mullets! He and I are only 11 months apart, (actually all of the 9 cousins are only a year or a little less apart in age) so we were always hanging out!

6.// Look at that awesome vest! My grandma used to make one for every season, holiday, and occasion. They even had little tags in the back to write our names. I remember I used to hate them at the time, but now I really wish I had them.

7.// I am so excited to be a big sister! The mullet of all mullets, one to rival even Billy Ray Cyrus himself! Also, look at that phone in the background...the antenna, haha.

8.// Me celebrating my 9th? maybe 10th birthday in Japan! I asked my mom to take me to McDonald's (don't judge) because it is SO much more yummy in Japan! She came and picked me up from school, and brought me back with balloons. It was one of my favorite birthdays ever!

Well I'm off to do "birthday girl" type things, like watch Amelie, paint my finger nails, put on a pretty dress, and eat Nutella. Happy Monday! XO.

Birthday Wishlist Part 2

Or should I say dream list! These are things that I just like to swoon over, and things that I would never actually ask for. Except the pug. I've been asking for a pug puppy for maybe 4 years now, to no avail. I'm hoping this is the year of the pug! Don't let me down, Bean! If you were wondering what I would name my pug, I'll tell you below. I wanted to create a just for fun post of things I absolutely love, but couldn't ever ask for as a birthday gift, so I made a part two! I swear I'm not greedy, I just like to daydream :)

1.// A pug puppy! Aka, a Nugget! I'm not picky, I'd prefer a girl, in fawn, but I would really take any cute pug pup that showed up on my doorstep. I'd name the girl, Isabella, and call her Bella. (via Phineas + Ferb, because Isabella is so cute on that show!) If he was a he, I'd name him Kingston. (via this awesome Title Fight song, and I just like the name Kingston!) 

2.//This satchel, from Modcloth. I'd put all of my camera accessories that I'm also wishing for in it, since we're dreaming, right?

3.//A banjo. They're just too cool. And no matter what you play, you can't sound bad!

4.// This gorgeous Rachel Antonoff dress. I don't play any trombones, but this dress is still so dreamy. There is only 4 left, and they have my size. Sign? I think yes!

5.// I don't own anything with a heel, except the shoes I just bought for the wedding (and I can't wear those!) I can totally imagine myself wearing these shoes all summer long! 

6.//This bedding from UO is so so pretty! 

7.//You can never have too many lenses, right?

8.//And the biggest dream of all!

xo, Meghan

Birthday Wishlist Part 1

I'm not sure about you and your family, but in this house, birthdays are not only celebrated, they're welcomed with open arms! My birthday is almost here, (March 26th) and I can't help but be excited. There has been talk of going to St. Augustine (the oldest city in Florida) to ride bikes, and a trip to the beach. Bean mentioned that he wanted to commission the French bakery in town to create a giant nutella macaroon for my birthday cake. That is a man after my own heart! Here are a few things I'm wishing/dreaming for: 

1.//  These shoes are so super charming. Yes, "so super". I kind of think I need both color variations. Not pictured, both this pair, and this pair are in the back of my mind. I could pair them all easily with most everything in my wardrobe!

2.// A smash book. The whole concept seems so fun! I originally wanted one to plan for our wedding, but with it being less than 6 months away, I figured I'd probably just use it a a daily journal.

3.// I've had my eye on this pair of boots for a while now. I really like the two colors, but I just can't justify paying 80 bucks for them when a. It's about to be summer, and b. in the solid colors they are half price.

4.// A Melody Miller phone case. I really like the floral one, but I'm not picky! All three of her patterns are super cute!

5.// This super cute orange dress. I'm a sucker for stripes, and I don't own anything orange, so I think this dress was made for me. That tiny little brown bow belt doesn't hurt either! ;)

6.// This Winsome Wander Bag from Modcloth, would be so great. The scallops, tiny hearts, and coral/peach color are just lovely!

7.// I've been wanting these filters for my camera for a while. Also, not pictured, having one of these would be pretty awesome! I wouldn't have to bribe so many people to take my pictures ahem, Bean. 

8.// And lastly, I would really like a basket for my bike. It would be fun to ride to get frozen yogurt and then bring it back home in my basket. Even more so, I'd like a basket on my bike with a pug puppy + big red bow inside! What? A girl can dream!

Somethings not pictured:
-This Vanilla + Lace dress in mint. (Bean's mama actually gave me this dress on Saturday at the trio birthday party, it's so pretty!)
-This shirt is so awesome! So are these sandals, and this bag.
-I've been dying to get one of these. I wouldn't mind having this cute jumper either! (Owing a Red Velvet piece is on my to-do before my next birthday list!)

Clearly, you could buy me just about anything and I would be a happy birthday girl! I'll be back to share part 2, and why there is a part two a little later! xoxo,  Meghan