Pooba - Enjoying

My NEW Mountain Bike (Again)

2011-08-04T10:49:00.000-07:00

My insurance company came through and replaced my stolen bike with a brand new Specialized Safire Comp 2010 bike! Isn't it pretty?

Mike has bike envy

Tanner Park with Mike and Gus

2011-07-27T09:04:00.000-07:00

Babysitting Gus!

2011-05-03T09:42:00.000-07:00

I got to babysit Gus all weekend while Mike was in Seattle.

I love this dog!

Mike's Surprises

2011-04-20T08:57:00.000-07:00

Mike is constantly surprising me with flowers, balloons, notes, treats, and of course practical jokes.

His latest point winner was surprising me at work with a hand delivered card and flowers for my office!

Skiing in Sun Valley

2011-02-17T07:54:00.000-08:00

Just got back from Skiing in Sun Valley over the weekend. It was awesome!

Black Flower Hair Clips

2011-01-10T10:37:00.000-08:00

Put your hair in a low side pony tail and clip these babies in and you are good to go. So cute!

Big Ass Flower Ring

2011-01-04T18:33:00.000-08:00

I'm so into big costume jewelry right now, my fav are flowers and butterflies!

Mario Kart

2010-12-28T18:49:00.000-08:00

I pulled out the wii which had been boxed up since my move and bought Mario Kart. Love it, why didn't I get it out sooner?

Next purchase: Guitar Hero

Because I totally rock.

Robert Mondavi Private Selection 2007 Pinot Noir

2010-12-01T11:40:00.001-08:00

I bought this for our thanksgiving this year, it was a hit! And it's not too expensive, it's in the $12 range.

Good wine, good price.

S400 Bissell Lift Off Pet Vacume!

2010-12-01T11:36:00.000-08:00

I love the lift off feature!!

Red Mary Janes

2010-10-29T07:48:00.000-07:00

I'm going to be Little Red Riding Hood for Halloween. When I saw these shoes at the costume store I knew I had to have them. They are perfect! They make me like 6'4" but hey, it's Halloween!

Park City

2010-10-26T09:46:00.000-07:00

I've met a friend who lives in Park City so I've been heading down there a lot over the past month or so. Hiking, Campfires, Biking, Clubin, & Dining. It's really starting to grow on me.

Especially because I get to see my boyfriend, Gus!

Venti Iced Light Pumpkin Spice Latte With an Extra Shot & Double the Pumpkin

2010-10-20T08:23:00.000-07:00

Yep, I order it every time.

Sugar House Coffee

2010-08-31T08:55:00.001-07:00

Since I've moved to Salt Lake I have found some great places to hang out & Sugarhouse Coffee is one of my favs. They are open until midnight every night and two am on weekends.

I love socializing & meeting new people here, or just going to do homework!

Plus they have delicious chai. Not as good as Beans & Brews but a close second.

Leaf Art Work

2010-08-03T11:47:00.000-07:00

I found these at TJ Maxx (of course) and had to snag them because they go perfect in my living room!

Wicked! Roller Coaster

2010-07-29T11:30:00.000-07:00

Ok so I've been to Lagoon twice this summer. I don't care what anyone says, I'm 29 and I still love it. This is my favorite rollercoaster ever.

It shoots you straight up right away and then straight back down. I'm thinking of changing my last name to Wicked.

Grand Pooba Wicked

Has a nice ring to it...

Nutella

2010-07-27T14:50:00.001-07:00

Okay why haven't I ever tried this before? I won it on a giveaway from A Nut In A Nutshell and now I'm addicted.

Spread it on saltine crackers, yummmmmmmmm!

Accent Pillows

2010-07-20T07:36:00.001-07:00

TJ MAXX Rocks!

Decorating

2010-07-20T07:17:00.000-07:00

Things are finally starting to come together at my house. I love all the ledges and high ceilings where I can add little (or big) accents!

Ballerina Painting

2010-07-13T08:29:00.000-07:00

I'm lovin this painting in my bedroom, I found it at TJ Max for only 20 bucks! Now I just want to get a dark cherry-ish wood frame to match my bed frame. The house is slowly coming together.

Slowly.

New Kitchen Island

2010-07-11T22:13:00.000-07:00

The kitchen in my townhouse has a lot of space and a lot of cupboards, which I love! So I thought and island would be perfect, okay so it was actually Lindee's idea, but I love it. We went to Ikea and found the perfect one that matches my kitchen.

My New Couch

2010-07-08T07:40:00.000-07:00

The fun part of moving is that you get to pick out new furniture. My old couch was way too big for my townhome so I got an awesome deal on this one and it's the perfect size.

And it's pretty comfy too :o)

My New Kitchen Table

2010-07-02T07:08:00.000-07:00

Since moving into my new place I've spent about 3 weeks with no furniture. I found this kitchen table at Ashley furniture and it is the perfect size for the SMALL space and it finally arrived!

Plus it matches my wine cabinet, I love it!

The Art Fair

2010-07-01T07:33:00.000-07:00

I went to the art fair last Sunday with Dad and Logan. All Logan wanted to do was play in the water.

Of course.

What I love about festivals in Salt Lake is that you get to meet all kinds of different people. Like this dude.

I've never met a guy in a dress before. (who wasn't a drag queen of course. Love me some drag queens!)

Big Train Spiced Chai

2010-06-29T06:34:00.000-07:00

You can buy it at Beans & Brews. Hot or iced, it's amazing. Add a little cinnamon and it's even better.

This is a staple now at my house!

Rockstar Energy gum

2010-06-18T07:56:00.000-07:00

I like Iced Orange!

Princess Nagger Wild Blueberry Blush Wine

2010-06-15T09:24:00.000-07:00

Opened this up last week with Lindee at a watch making party, it's very light and sweet. Just like me.

HAHAHAHA! Totally kidding.

You know I'm kidding right?

Right?

Wine Appeal Label Remover Kit

2010-05-19T14:53:00.000-07:00

Okay, so I collect wine labels. So what? They're pretty!

Anyway, I've tried a million different brand of wine labels and they ALL suck except for these. So if you want to be a wine label nerd too, make sure you get the Wine Appeal Label Remover Kit.

Beans & Brews Java Taman Dadar Coffee Beans

2010-05-05T08:18:00.000-07:00

Not the beans themselves of course but the coffee you make with them.

But I'm sure you could eat the beans whole if you really wanted to.

Flowers From The Vet Hospital

2010-05-05T08:07:00.000-07:00

The Vet Hospital sent these flowers after Dozer died. They're still on my kitchen table.

Cheers Wine Carrier

2010-04-27T08:07:00.000-07:00

I love my wine carrier, it keeps the bottle at the right temperature, it's easy to carry and protects the bottle from braking.

Which is very important if you know how clumsy I am.

(Even before drinking the wine!)

Ultimate Cake Mix Book

2010-04-23T08:07:00.000-07:00

Want easy fast yummy recipes? This is the book for you, all kinds of desserts, cookies, and cakes all made with a cake mix so they are very very fast and easy!

Flowers Given To Me By My Two Sister In Laws

2010-04-14T09:29:00.000-07:00

My sis in laws are so sweet and so thoughtful. The day after Dozer died these beautiful flowers showed up on my doorstep.

They totally made my day.

Victoria's Secret "Light My Pink" Candle

2010-04-07T08:53:00.001-07:00

Not only does it smell delicious, but it's pink and adorable too!

Slumber parties at Crappa's house

2010-04-05T09:06:00.000-07:00

Everyone loves sleeping over at Crappa's house!

My Kitchen Aid

2010-04-02T08:01:00.001-07:00

Love my Kitchen Aid! I've been putting it to work a lot lately!

Champagne Glasses

2010-03-29T08:40:00.000-07:00

There's something about champagne glasses that just make me happy. Maybe it's because champagne is served for celebrations so I associate them with feeling content.

I love the skinny sleek flute design that accentuates the champagne bubbles and the long stem that just sings of sophistication.

They are just beautiful.

New Bedding and Curtains!

2010-03-24T08:30:00.000-07:00

I love the new comforter set we got for our bedroom. It even came with curtains!

Redken Outshine 01

2010-03-19T07:58:00.000-07:00

I love this stuff. You apply it to your hair while it is still wet and it protects against blow drying and flat irons plus it makes your hair really really shiny!

Love!

W & J Graham's "Six Grapes" Reserve Porto

2010-03-16T08:58:00.001-07:00

Drink with chocolate truffles.

The two were made for each other!

Black Stone Pendant Necklace

2010-03-12T14:03:00.000-08:00

This is my "go to" necklace. Since black is the dominate color of my work wardrobe, this necklace goes with just about anything. My sweet seester gave it to me a couple years back for my birth.

Brown Stiletto Boots

2010-03-10T08:20:00.000-08:00

I love these boots but I think they've about had it.

Pretty soon there'll be holes in the toes!

Wine & Jelly From Princess Nagger's Wine & Gifts

2010-03-04T09:43:00.000-08:00

You all know Stacy from Stacy's Random Thoughts right? Well, did you know she is the owner of Princess Nagger Wine & Gifts? I'm always watching her website so I can snag everything right when it comes out.

Check out my latest order:

Private Reserve Wild Blueberry Blush Wine

Spanish Tempranillo Wine

Wine Jellies: Concord Grape, Blackberry Merlot, & Shiraz.

I had never had wine jelly before and boy have I been missing out! Her jellies are delicious!!! And I can't wait to open the wine! I've had her other wine, the Blackberry Merlot & Concord Grape wine, each both being delicious.

I'm always amazed at what this woman can do!

Thanks Stacy!

Williams Sonoma Hand Soap & Lotion Set

2010-03-03T17:04:00.000-08:00

Right there next to my kitchen sink!

Stemless "zin bitch" Wine Glass

2010-03-01T19:38:00.001-08:00

Dennelle, a friend of mine, gave me this wine glass. D'ya think she's trying to tell me something?

Victoria's Secret Laundary Detergent

2010-02-25T15:48:00.000-08:00

Oh my god this stuff is so yummy! I use it for all my linens because it makes them smell SO good!

And of course you can use it for your non-mentionables...

...Your husbands will thank you!

Silver Charm Necklace

2010-02-23T15:56:00.001-08:00

De gave me this necklace for Christmas last year. Know what I love about it? It ties in a bow in the back.

Isn't that so cute?

Yeah, it is.

The Pioneer Woman Cooks by Ree Drummond

2010-02-22T15:26:00.000-08:00

Mmmmmmm.

Lots of good recipes, pictures, and stories in this book. My mom-in-law gave it to me for Valentine's Day, isn't she the coolest? I don't know too many people who get Valentine's Day presents from their mom-in-law.

I made the cinnamon roll recipe in this book and it is amazing! I'm going to be posting about it on "POOBA" very soon.

Brother PT-1090 Simply Stylish Home & Family Label Maker

2010-02-19T08:22:00.001-08:00

Alex gave this to me for Christmas this year because I wanted a new label maker that had cute fonts and colors. I put it to use right away when I was putting away the Christmas decor.

Check it out:

Yes, The Leg Lamp deserves it's OWN label!

My Express Short Sleeve Cowl-Neck Sweater

2010-02-18T08:33:00.000-08:00

I just love this sweater I got a while back from Express. It goes with basically everything.

It's my "Go-To" top. I wish they made it in every color.

Cap Rack

2010-02-14T20:50:00.000-08:00

It's so nice to have all the hats off the dreser!

Chai Latte

2010-02-12T13:29:00.000-08:00

Mmmmmm.

You've got to try one.

Organized Home Office Files

2010-02-10T08:55:00.000-08:00

Start of a new year means start of new file folders!

Queenie Jeannie's Homemade Cards

2010-02-04T20:11:00.000-08:00

I got this beautiful homemade Christmas card from my blog big sis Jeannie. Did you know she has her own card shop? She is so talented and she even does custom cards catered just to your needs!

Love her.

(Even though she's moving to Italy!)

Personalized Gold Pen

2010-02-03T07:50:00.000-08:00

This is another treasure that I got from my mom-in-law for Christmas. She knows how much I love pens and notebooks!

Heart Shaped Measuring Spoons

2010-02-01T08:39:00.000-08:00

My mom-in-law gave me these darling measuring spoons for Christmas. They are shaped like a heart and each one has a cute little saying on the handle pertaining to love.

For example:

"A Pinch of Patience"

They are just so cute!

Family Desk Calendar

2010-01-28T13:42:00.001-08:00

I love this little calendar that Lindee made me for Christmas. It sits right underneath my computer screen at work so it's easy to access (I'm constantly looking at the calendar for due dates at work).

She also put every single birthday in our family on the calendar so now I don't have any excuse for forgetting a birthday. Crap.

Thanks Lin.

My New Blog Button

2010-01-25T19:45:00.000-08:00

The girls at Blogalicious Designs made me this darling button.

Like?

Then Take:

White Vest With Hoody

2010-01-22T16:59:00.000-08:00

Looky what DeAnna gave me!

My New Camera Lens

2010-01-17T19:47:00.000-08:00

AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 G IF-ED

Thanks again Steph!

Worldwide WARD Cookbook

2010-01-15T08:56:00.001-08:00

You know the Mormons have the best funeral potatoes and jello salad! Now get all those ward recipes from around the world in one cookbook!

They are all those easy recipes you grew up. You can never have too much jello people!

Chocolate Covered Cinnamon Bears

2010-01-14T11:23:00.000-08:00

If you have never tried these you are really missing out!

Bose In Ear Headphones

2010-01-11T11:06:00.001-08:00

So much better than regular headphones! These are the ones that Cris gave us on the plane in Hawaii. They are the best!

Sony MP4 HD Camera/Video Recorder

2010-01-04T20:06:00.000-08:00

I recieved this for Christmas from my work. I love my work! I've been messing around with it making videos.

(I still have no idea how to use it properly)

Here's a couple videos I made while babysitting Logan last weekend, he makes me laugh!

Seacret Nail Care Collection

2009-12-30T15:43:00.000-08:00

I thought I was getting better at my suckerism (totally a word) but I couldn't be more wrong. I was walking through the mall when this woman grabs my hand and starts filing my nail. She was just little and kept talking on and on and on so I just stood there. When she was finished buffing my nail, she said to me "Are you ready to be amazed?" I couldn't help but laugh, but she was dead serious so I just said "um..yeah"

She removed her hand from my index finger and it was just glowing! My finger was so shiny, it was amazing! (I guess I really wasn't prepared to be amazed) So she told me the price and I about died and am thinking, um no, I will not be buying one. Then she said she'd throw in an extra one for free.

SOLD!

I hate saying no.

(But my nails do look shiny!)

Twilight Woods

2009-12-28T11:20:00.000-08:00

The new fragance from Bath & Body Works. It smells delicious!

Lush My Fair Lady Gift Set

2009-12-22T07:28:00.000-08:00

This was a Christmas gift from my friend Dennelle. It's bath soaps and lotion from Lush, which makes fresh handmade soaps and cosmetics. They smell so good! I think it is funny because each product has a sticker that shows the date it was made plus the name and picture of the person who made it!

I kept showing Alex. "Look Al, Lou made me some soap!" Maybe it's just me but I thought it was pretty funny to see the person who made the product!

Maui!

2009-12-12T15:11:00.000-08:00

We finally made it to Maui! Our trip is from Dec. 11th thru Dec. 19th.

Finally Bought Myself Some Skinny Jeans

2009-12-07T11:16:00.000-08:00

Is it just me or do those hips look photoshopped? I wish there were a photoshop for real life. I'd buy that in a heartbeat!

Knowing That My Husband Is Alive!

2009-12-02T13:03:00.000-08:00

Yeah, so I had a little scare last night. My sweet Albert decides to forget to turn his phone on when he went gallivanting around town last night until 11:30 PM! I was okay until I hadn't heard from him by 9:00, then I freaked. I called everyone and nobody had seen him.

About the time I was about to start calling hospitals was the time he finally called. His excuse? He forgot to turn his phone on. Yeah, don't you think you should call if you're going to be gone for 4 hours??

He's grounded.

Iced Eggnog Latte

2009-12-01T19:40:00.000-08:00

It has to be iced, it's the best!

Love me some nog!

New Slouchy Boots

2009-11-24T23:59:00.000-08:00

like?

New Bedding!

2009-11-24T23:45:00.001-08:00

We finally decided on one!

Sushi!

2009-11-20T09:32:00.000-08:00

It wasn't up until the last couple years that I started eating sushi. Before that, just the thought of it made me sick, but I now love it. I especially love the rolls. I just can't eat plain sushi outside of a roll, my mind just doesn't get over the fact that there is a raw fish in my mouth. So I stick to the rolls which are delicious!

See I can handle raw fish as long as it's in disguise!

Having Dennelle Back In The Office

2009-11-18T15:24:00.000-08:00

My good friend Dennell from work has been working in the Canada office for 2 months now and she's finally back in the Salt Lake office this week, bout time! Who else is going to pay for my lunches?

Selestee Ruffle Pumps

2009-11-17T07:49:00.000-08:00

I bought these over the weekend when I was in search of some cute boots.

Three hours of searching and I had nothing, if I didn't bring something home I would feel like a failure and all the pain and frustration would have been for nothing.

Hence, my new shoes.

Starbucks Peppermint Mocha

2009-11-12T07:58:00.000-08:00

Playing House With This Little Guy

2009-11-12T07:14:00.000-08:00

I got to babysit Logan for the whole weekend and loved every minute of it. We played trains, puzzles, read books, and played in the leaves. He also is a big helper! He helped me sort the laundry, vacuum, sweep, feed the cats, and even clean the litter box!

I miss having him around. You can't give me a three year old and then just take him away!

20 Pack of Diet Dr. Pepper

2009-11-05T08:20:00.000-08:00

The boss has an obsession with Diet Dr. Pepper, he keeps two 20 packs under his desk and drink like 4 cans a day! I noticed his stash and said "Well now I know where to go in case of a caffeine emergency!"

The next day I bought a Diet DP from the candy machine (For 75 cents, I was robbed) then he accused me of stealing from his stash. Of course I denied it and complained about having to pay 75 cents for a stupid can of pop!

The next day he brings me a can from his stash for me to enjoy for free.

The day after that his wife shows up with this huge case of Diet DP all for me.

Don't let anyone tell you that complaining won't get you anywhere!

The Knit Shrug

2009-11-02T15:52:00.001-08:00

Just when you thought you'd have to buy a whole new winter wardrobe, the shrug comes along to save the day! In the 2 seconds it takes to put one on, your summer wardrobe is transformed for winter wear!

I am loving these loose fitting knit shrugs, they pretty much go with anything in your closet. I can wear one to work, or out to dinner, or just relaxin at home.

Aren't they just yummy?

This Darling Picture!

2009-10-28T15:50:00.000-07:00

Lindee sent me this picture a couple weeks ago when everyone went to the pumpkin patch WITHOUT me.

(Nobody even thought to invite me, guess you have to have a kid in order to be invited to a pumpkin patch. I'm not bitter... oh Hell yes I am!)

This is Grandpa and Baby Brolan. I am loving those dimples!!! (On both guys!)

New Editor Pants From Express

2009-10-27T09:51:00.000-07:00

It's a rarity that I can find pants long enough for work. Even at Express where they have pants that come in longs. But my hard work paid off on Sunday and I finally found a pair. Just one, but that's encouraging!

My Burning Bushes

2009-10-22T08:28:00.000-07:00

For about 3 weeks out of the year my burning bushes are on fire! I can't believe how bright they get in the fall. For the rest of the year they are just plain old green bushes but for those 3 weeks, they make me smile.

Chocolate Covered Cherries

2009-10-19T10:28:00.000-07:00

These are so delicious! They are cherries soaked in Stacy's homemade Kahlua, covered in a candy dough and dipped in chocolate.

They are divine! I love Savannah*Haven!

Adobe Photoshop Elements 7

2009-10-14T09:49:00.000-07:00

Albert got this for my birthday in July and I just barely started learning how to use it.

Lovin it!

Dyson Slim

2009-10-12T08:02:00.000-07:00

If you know me, you know that I LOVE vacuums. I'm probably obsessed with vacuums because my mom is obsessed with vacuums. Alex bought me this Dyson Slim a couple years ago for Christmas and I haven't needed to buy another one since.

Most of our upstairs is hard wood floor and we have a huge rug in the living room so I wanted something that can vacuum both carpet and wood floors. Which is why I love this, I can go directly from vacuuming the rug to vacuuming the hard wood floors. Plus it's lightweight and easily fits in my coat closet.

Wow, I just realized this sounds like a commercial. I promise this is just my opinion, Dyson didn't pay me to say any of this. But now that I think of it, they should!

That's it, I'm calling them right now!

Darling Cards From Jeannie's Boutique

2009-10-05T08:25:00.000-07:00

These cards are so cute! Even better in real life. Queenie Jeannie has a fabulous card boutique where she sells high quality homemade cards. She has a ton of varieties and she even does custom cards too!

Need cards? Check her out!

SmugMug

2009-09-30T09:21:00.001-07:00

This is a website that Stephanie introduced me to recently. I can store all my photos there so that I have back up in case my computer freaks out on me. Plus I use it to upload pictures to my blog, that way you can make the pictures as large as you want. Which of course I LOVE big pictures so that works for me.

Since I'm usually the one taking pictures at our family functions and everyone asks me for copies, I just post the pictures on the website and my family can go pick out the ones that they want. It's just brilliant I tell ya!

New Peep Toe Pumps!

2009-09-28T10:32:00.000-07:00

I'm constantly needing new black heels since that is primarily what I wear to work every day.

My Cleaning Girls

2009-09-24T14:20:00.000-07:00

We call them "Our girls", they come every other week and clean our whole house. I was just going to use them once to just do one huge deep clean of my entire home, but then they sucked me in. I just got addicted.

I'm addicted to my girls, and I'm not ashamed.

Does anyone else have girls?

Texas Roadhouse Rolls

2009-09-22T08:15:00.000-07:00

Albert and I went to Texas Roadhouse on Sunday and I filled up on these delicious rolls! The rolls are delicious in themselves but it's the sweet cinnamon butter that you spread over them that makes them irresistible!

I'll go to TR just for the rolls, seriously my mouth is watering just thinking about it!

Orange Michael Kors Sandals

2009-09-18T08:32:00.000-07:00

These are the only designer shoes that I own and they were given to me from Dennelle, a friend from work. They are such a fun color and very comfy, I like to wear them when my clothes don't have much color so the shoes stand out.

Going To The Gym

2009-09-16T08:01:00.000-07:00

Yay, I've finally found my motivation! I've gotten off my sorry ass and have been forcing myself to go to the gym. It makes such a huge difference, my mood is better and I have motivation to DO stuff. I hope I can continue this, after all I wouldn't mind losing 1 or 20 pounds!

(I love the cardio cinema at Gold's Gym!)

Vinturi Essential Wine Aerator

2009-09-14T09:04:00.001-07:00

This this is awesome. Instead of having your wine poured out into decanter and sit out for three hours to breathe, this aerator does it automatically! Alex and I saw one of these at the Falkner Winery in Temecula on our wine tour and we had to find one.

The cheapest one I found was at Sur la table at the Gateway, go get yours!

Baby Bottles of Grand Marnier & Chambord Liqueur

2009-09-10T09:33:00.000-07:00

My sis, Lindee, went to Colorado a while back and brought back these darling little liquor bottles. They are so cute and elegant, I love them!

Cotton Candy Lip Smackers

2009-09-09T11:32:00.001-07:00

I'm a 12 year old stuck in a 28 year old body.

Only problem with this chapstick is that it is my dog's favorite too.

Pumpkin Spice Lattes

2009-09-04T13:08:00.000-07:00

They're baaaaaack!

I stopped by Starbucks yesterday and to my delight the pumpkin spice latte was back on the menu for Fall! My favorite! Now I just can't wait until the eggnog lattes come available again.

Mmmmmmm.....

My New Laptop!

2009-09-02T07:54:00.000-07:00

Yay! I'm so excited, it is so pretty and shiny and new and all mine! I can save all my stuff in one place instead of taking my work computer home all the time. I can't wait to get my itunes library set up, and photo shop, and my photo scanner! I made sure to get extra RAM so I don't run out of space!

New Purse

2009-08-31T07:45:00.000-07:00

So a few months ago when I stayed at Dennelle's house, she gave one of her purses. This woman has a ton of purses so she wanted to give this one away. And of course I allowed her to give it to me.

I'm a great friend that way.

Newage

2009-08-28T13:48:00.000-07:00

This is the best summer wine ever. It is the only wine I've heard of where the wine maker actually suggests you drink it over ice with a lime. If you aren't a wine drinker, I suggest you start with this one because it really tastes like a mixed drink.

Just fill your glass full of ice, poor the wine, squeeze a wedge of lime in it and go sit outside and relax!

And it also has a cool label that is two sided, here is the inside:

Isn't that cool?