I would do a weekend wrap-up, but ....

... there isn't much to wrap-up.

Friday night was spent at home with my nephew and brother because Saturday I had to get up early to "run" in a 5K.  The one I told y'all about a while ago here. I'm happy to report I did not die and I actually made it to the finish line sans stretcher.

I kid you not, this guy ran the entire race barefoot.  I have one question, "Why?!"  If someone could explain this to me, I'd love to know.  Not. Normal.

After the race, we all went to Primos on the lake and had mimosas and brunch.  This is the life:

Sunday it was raining off and on here in Dallas, so I literally was a complete bum all day and played with him:

Who me?

Shahs of Sunset premiered last night on Bravo. Did you watch?  I've been anticipating its premiere and I have to say it was pretty hilarious and very interesting.

The Huffington Post summed it up about right, "Shahs follows the decadent lives of six Persian-Americans living in Los Angeles, and part of the fun of the show is watching the children of refugees gallivant around Beverly Hills in luxury cars, make million-dollar deals at work and fight about which of them is wearing a piece of clothing from the fast-fashion chain H&M."

Catch a re-run this week on Bravo if you can and definitely watch next Sunday.  I need another show to watch as much as I need a hole in my head, but Bravo knows how to turn them out.  I can't say no.  

I am off to go stalk all of your blogs.  I need to play catch-up in a bad way.  My nephew, Reese, says have a great week!

Stella & Dot Winner! + #fitphotochallenge + Meatloaf Cupcakes

How is everyone on this hump day?  Good, I presume.  Today's post is a little eclectic, so bare with me.

First and foremost, I'm announcing the winner of yesterday's Stella & Dot giveaway!  I used Random.org and the lucky lady was #20, which was Karli @ the blog California Dreamin.

Lucky biatch! I will put you in touch with Kelly so that you can claim your fabulous S&D prize.  Aka this lil lady:

Next, I wanted to let y'all know about a little challenge a few of my bloggy friends (Steph & Jess) and I started yesterday, so there is plenty of time to catch up!  It's similar to the "March Photo a Day" challenge I blogged about last week, but with a fitness theme.  It's called #fitphotochallenge and it last 30 days.  However, I've committed to doing 3 cycles of the challenge, so I'm on board for 90 days.

There is no way in hell I'd post a "before swimsuit pic".  I'd rather have my eyes gouged out, which is exactly what you would do if you saw me in a swim suit right now.   So for any of you who choked on your coffee after reading the Day 1 prompt, don't worry.  It can be a fully clothed pic.  I'm posting mine to Instagram (@thebargainblonde) every day and I'd love for any one who is trying to stay accountable with their fitness to join the revolution.  Let me know if you are on board.

Speaking of getting fit ... Nice transition, huh?  I thought so.  Last night I tested yet another Skinnytaste.com recipe and as usual, it was amaze-balls.  Gina, the GENIUS behind Skinnytaste.com, seriously needs her own cookbook or TV show. I have not tried one single thing on her site that was not phenom.  You don't even feel like what you're eating could possibly be healthy, but it is.  Just how does she do it?

Dun, dun, dun ... I present to you my version of Meatloaf Cupcakes topped with Skinny Mashed Potatoes and served with a side of Roasted Parmesan Green Beans

Ingredients:

The recipe said to use metal cupcake liners, which I didn't have. I just used cooking spray and they popped right out of the pan when they were done baking.

 Skinny taters!  Yummmm.

Is your mouth watering?  Because I may or may not still be dreaming about these little bites of heaven.  #fatty

Stella & Dot Giveaway! You are going to love it!

Remember that ridiculously cute couples shower I attended recently?  The one that was legit straight out of a Pinterest album?  Everywhere I looked in Kelly's house (the hostess), I was blown more and more away by her perfect home decor style.

This is Kelly by the way and her sister was my roomie freshman year in the dorms.  Not only does Kelly have enviable decor style, but she has the best jewelry accessorizing her outfit every time I see her.  And it's always Stella and Dot!

I'm sure you've seen the Stella and Dot jewelry line popping up in the media everywhere especially on our favorite Bachelor contestants.  Well, today is your lucky day because Kelly is giving away to one of you girls this perfect necklace to give you a pop of color for spring.  This serenity stone pendant to be exact:

Look! Even Lara Spencer was spotted wearing this exact necklace on Good Morning America recently!

To enter this giveaway, you have to follow one itty-bitty rule: Leave me ONLY ONE COMMENT after you have done the following (mandatory):

1. Like Kelly's Stella & Dot Facebook Page 

2. Like The Bargain Blonde Facebook Page

Once you have liked both of our Facebook pages, leave ONE comment telling me you have done so and you'll be entered!  Easy as pie, right?  

You have 24 hours to enter and the giveaway closes tomorrow, March 7 at 7 a.m. CST.  

Open to U.S. residents only (sorry International loves).

Good luck ladies.

I survived back to back wedding weekends

It's Monday!  Who is excited? Not me. Just being honest. Let me know when it's Friday at 5 p.m.

I had a semi-uneventful weekend in comparison to Vegas the weekend before.  Friday night I perused the Internets (aka did some light Facebook stalking) and gave myself my favorite mud mask.  I got a text from my friend telling me to remove this from Facebook.  Aint no shame in my game girl.

Saturday I sold a dress and a few necklaces to Platos Closet.  I made $11 bones and some change, which I immediately blew on Starbucks and Jamba Juice.  I felt a bit scummy doing this, but whatevs.  That's a free breakfast and lunch and I'll take it.

I gave all my make-up brushes a nice bath before I had to start getting ready for my friend Caroline's wedding that evening. Best way to clean brushes is baby shampoo. I've talked about that before here.

These are the 2 love birds who tied the knot.  Meet my college friend, Caroline and her boo, Taylor.

Here she is walking out with her Dad. I love how happy she looks!

And some pictures from the evening:

[FYI - My dress is from H&M and it is a very pale pink with a sheer overlay.]

That's Courtney and I covered in red wine.  I shouldn't be allowed around anyone in light colors when red wine is anywhere in my vicinity.   In my defense, this was all Courtney's fault.  I swear. 

After a late Saturday night, I spent almost my entire Sunday doing this:

Could my nephew be any cuter?  The answer is no. 

Last but certainly not least, I'm also over at This Won't Hurt a Bit today guest posting as part of Renee's new Monday series called The Music Files.  Go check it out to see what my favorite song is and why!

Bargain Blonde out.

A little inspiration for your Friday

It's finally Friday and I mean finaaalllllly. I don't think my day (or week for that matter) could have gone by any slower. Believe it or not, I have a wedding to attend tomorrow.  I know, I know.   But after tomorrow, it is the last one on my calendar.  Tonight I plan on kicking up my feet and relaxing. I've been exhausted all week.

TGIF bargainistas.  Go forth and be fabulous.

ta-ta!