Friday's Insta Recap!

Oh, Friday - I've been waiting on you since Sunday Night!! This week went by so fast - probably because I have a 5k that I forgot about haven't trained for. Or maybe it's the fact that work is so crazy-busy, I don't have time to think about what day of the week it is. Regardless, I'm so glad it flew by! If you follow me on IG (jessicaselie), then you know what's up! If not, you can get the rundown below. 

In case you haven't gotten the JT album (gasp!), here's a preview of one of my favorites! It is #BackThatAzzUp Friday, after all!

                                                      

 1. Tuesday I received an e-mail reminding me that a 5k, that I signed Tyler and I up for, is less than a week away! EEK!! Where did the months go?! Hopefully I'll be fine and be able to run the entire thing most of the race! If I'm not back here on Monday, you'll know why..

2. Oh, Justin Timberlake.. You amazed me on SNL a few weeks ago and then blew me away Monday through Friday {especially the Friday ep} on Jimmy Fallon last week. So it's only fitting that I add your new CD to my JT/N'Sync collection! What's the verdict?? AMAZEFEST!! I don't think he could disappoint! I'm now impatiently waiting for his companion CD and some concert tickets...

3. Doesn't this fabric just scream Spring?! I'm working on a little DIY project, which will hit the blog next Thursday!! Be sure to keep an eye out!

4. You know the Firefly Run I'm doing, mentioned in #1?! Well the girls on our team are wearing Tutus!! We're hoping to win the best costume contest.. I'll keep y'all posted! 

My tutorial can be found here.

5. Thursday night we took a customer/friend to dinner and sushi was involved - Heaven! I only got a picture of 2 of our 6 rolls, because we were too busy eating all the goodness!

What do y'all have planned this weekend? We are going to hopefully get our front flowerbeds looking good with some fresh mulch and flowers, hang out with great friends and run a 5k! I hope y'all have a great weekend!

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Finally Friday!

Happy Friday...for two reasons! One, I'm back from Chicago and enjoying this amazing 80 degree weather and two, It's the freaking weekend! 

The always fabulous Whitney has started the #backthatazzup Friday, which, I must say, is the best idea since sliced bread. This is one of my all time fave songs and I literally just start dancing when it comes on! Even at work, at my desk...

1. Tyler and I went to Giordano's and it was amazing! Tyler got the Chicago deep dish, which I had 2 bites of and couldn't take anymore. I opted for the pepperoni thin crust topped with arugula.. I'm obsessed with arugula on Pizza!

2. After a long day of working, freezing and being sick, I decided it was appropriate to order room service and do absolutely nothing all night - except watch a Castle marathon...and when that was over, I turned to a Duck Dynasty marathon. Perfect night, if you ask me!

3. I know this might not be that big of a deal to some of you, but to this Texas girl it was!

4. To say the least, this piece of art is interesting. Kind of creepy to fall asleep to and wake up to all of these Pokemon's in a tree looking at you...

5. I hate, loathe, despise packing and I rarely pack the night before a trip.. it's usually the morning of (which is how I packed for the trip TO Chicago), but not this time. This time I was packed and ready by 8pm the night before. All-in-all, I was ready to get the heck out of dodge, err Chicago.

I hope y'all have a great weekend! We plan on doing yard work and cleaning the pool - umm gross. I'm sure we'll make up for our domesticated-ness with a date night and some much needed retail therapy.

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Happy Friday + A Chicago Trip!!

EEK... It's Friday!! I'm especially excited for this weekend because we are going to Chicago for a little weekend getaway! I originally had to be in Chicago all next week for work, so Tyler suggested that we go early and spend the weekend there before the stressful week starts. I've been to Chicago {for work} about 10 times, but never really went site seeing and soaked up Chi-town. Now I get to, thanks to my sweet hubby! We are definitely making it a point to go to RPM Italian... I can't miss my chance at possibly running into Giuliana and Bill! And besides, their restaurant is delish! 

OK, OK... let's get down to business! If you follow me on IG, then you've seen these pictures and if you don't....get to it!! @jessicaselie ;)

 1. This past Tuesday, Ashley and I debuted our very first Taste of Tuesday! In case you missed it, here's the recipe for this Tortellini & White Bean Soup! If you love to cook or eat, then this link-up is perfect for you! See y'all on Tuesday's!

 

2. This rub is ah-mazing! It's perfect for shrimp, chicken, ribs.. you name it! We made BBQ chicken one night and used every.last.bit of it, so a reorder was a must!

3. Simply Fit Meals, need I say more?! When Tyler's out of town, I rarely cook for myself. So instead of heading to a drive-thru, I opted for a much healthier {and tasty} option. I love that the portions are already figured out and it takes 2 minutes to heat up. Perfection.

 4. I've never been happier for a 5am wake up call! Pure Barre will do that to you!! I'm in love with this workout! I've taken 5 classes (out of the 30 I've registered for) and I'm already seeing results! IN LOVE!

 5. I couldn't go to Chicago without a proper manicure! Koala Bear-y is one of my favorite OPI colors! Perfect for Spring.

What have y'all been up to this week? Are you going on a weekend getaway? I'd love to get some suggestions for places to go and things to do while we're in Chicago!!

Linking up with Lauren at From My Grey Desk and Jeannett at Life Rearranged.

 Have a fantastic weekend!!

Insta Wrap-Up

 TGIF!! I don't know about y'all, but I thought this day would never come! Talk about a long, stressful, week...Anyways! Let's get this day going so we can get this weekend started!

Here are my Insta's for the week!

 1. I have been wanting something easy to grab and snack on during the day. These tortilla roll-ups are just the thing!

2. We received our wedding pictures in this adorable package! The thumb drive was laying on top of the feathers and wrapped with twine.. Our photographer is so creative and talented! If you are in need, I highly recommend Kelsey! She's in the Dallas area, but travels all over!

3. In keeping up with the 10 in 35 Challenge, I've been having this tasty cereal for dinner! It's perfect to have right after a work-out. And yes, it's dry - I don't drink milk..

4. Decisions, Decisions! I posted this pic for everyone to help me decide on what to do, cut wise, with my hair. Between this post and Instagram, it was a split vote! So, what did I decide?!

5. Ah, Anthropology! A few weeks back I got this ceramic egg crate, but not for its intended use. I've been needing a storage place for all of my stud-type earrings and this is the perfect solution.

What are your plans for the weekend? We've got huge plans for the weekend - well huge if you're domesticated. We're going to tackle a DIY project, or two, and paint the guest bathroom - finally! We're also going to throw in a date night of dinner and a movie (Sushi and Zero Dark Thirty)! Cannot wait!! :)

Is it a 3-day weekend for you? It's a regular 2-dayer for Tyler and I.. such a bummer! Have a great weekend!!

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High Five for Friday!

Happy Friday!! This is my first H5FF post, since I'm a newbie when it comes to blogging!  I'm linking up with Lauren at From My Grey Desk. I'm also linking up my Instagrams with Life Rearranged! Be sure to follow me: jessicaselie

1. There's nothing better than getting Kendra Scott jewels in the mail! Oh, and ladies!!! She is having an additional 15% off of sale items.. so what are you waiting for?! 

 2. I love surprise lunch dates with my hubby! Panang Curry is officially my new favorite dish - need to make this ASAP!

3. Well, I accepted a challenge to lose 10 pounds in 35 days this past Tuesday (read about it here)! And, I'm proud to say that I've worked out everyday since! Jillian was my personal trainer on Wednesday night. I still can't move!!

 4. I have officially changed my name (after 4-months of being married)!! Now that life has calmed down and my travel schedule for work has subsided until March, I am officially Jessica Miller in the system!! EEK!

5. Last night involved working out (gotta keep up with the challenge) and wedding thank you's. I know, I know.. another thing that I've been slacking on, but they are finally in process!!

What did your week consist of? It was an extremely productive week in the Miller house!! Hopefully the productivity will last through the weekend - since we still have Christmas decorations to take down... 

Have a fantastic weekend!! :)

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