Pomp & Circumstance

So, I finally pulled myself off the couch and uploaded pictures from this weekend onto the computer so I could blog. I apparently have every "itis" disease you could possibly catch at one time. Major fail immune system. I am not quite sure HOW that happened considering I am taking every fricking vitamin under the sun.

Anyway, on Saturday my baby brother graduated from college. This was a big day for everyone! I know my parents are very relieved (and proud, of course! but relieved) to have their last child out of school. My mom said on our way there, her and my dad have had a child in school for 30 years. That's a hella long time.

He graduated from a small liberal arts college in Fulton, MO. Val Kilmer (otherwise known as Doc Holiday from Tombstone and BATMAN) was the guest speaker. He did a really good job!

I am so proud of Zach. He's grown into such a kind, gentle hearted, sweet spirited, crazy young man. I can't wait to see where life takes him. I can't wait to see him marry a wonderful girl (she's gotta be out there somewhere!) and have a family full of little kids. I can't wait to see him be an Uncle to my children, because he will be the best.

If this picture says anything, it is the quintessential explanation of Zach's personality:

We also had to take a few family portraits:

After the ceremony, we suprised Zach with a sweet cake. He is petrified of clowns, and Justin & I just couldn't control ourselves.....

We went into Jefferson City to eat lunch, and then headed on to the outlets in Osage Beach. Both my momma and my husband indulged me in some retail therapy.

I snagged this awesome swimsuit for our upcoming beach vacation for WAY under retail value:

Source: usa.tommy.com via Claire on Pinterest

Score! Now, back to the couch before I get in trouble from my hubby. He's taking AWESOME care of me. I kinda want to stretch this out... Except I feel like poop. That part sucks.

Yellow Pants

Today I am wearing yellow skinny jeans. First, let me say I said I would NEVER wear skinny jeans. Broke that rule a while back... Along with the whole "never wear jeggings" OR "leggings aren't a substitute for pants." Whatevs. I like to be comfy yet stylish. Second, let me say I said I would NEVER wear colored pants. Again, broke that rule.

Source: nyandcompany.com via Claire on Pinterest

Something about these pants just make me HAPPY. It's like wearing a burst of sunshine on your hiney. So fun =)

 I am by no means a fashionista. I mainly go for clothes that are comfortable, yet stylish. Most days I can't wear super fun outfits because I need to be court appropriate. But let me tell you, on days that I can, I totally go for comfy!

Feeling better today. Yesterday my tummy was a little unsettled. Felt like it was fizzy? I don't know what that was about. I like to contribute it to allergies. Blame everything on allergies this time a year. Cranky?? It's my allergies. Bloated? It's my allergies. Hateful? It's my allergies! Hehe.

I'm really hoping I can talk Jay into going for another walk tonight. We went for about 45 minutes last night and it was so, so nice. We just talked, caught up on our day, and chatted. With no TV or Oreo needing attention. We looked at some nice homes in a subdivision close to ours and decided which ones we would jump on if they were put on the market. I think that is always fun to do - just dream about what you want or don't want in a future house.

Our list of wants, you ask? In no particular order:

1. large yard, at least 2 acres
2. Large master bedroom/bathroom suite with LARGE closets (we have a LOT of clothes)
3. Open, updated kitchen
4. Updated bathrooms
5. Clean, updated flooring - don't want to have to rip out floors, put down tile/hardwood, ect.
6. At least 4-5 bedrooms, 3 baths

Those hit the main points. Our hope is that the next home we buy, will be our home for a long time. So we want plenty of room for lots and lots of babies and kids!