We had dinner with my parents for Momma’s birthday. She went out with some clients and friends on her actual day.
We should all hope for her skin.
Speaking of pretty ladies, I saw Carrie Underwood last night at CMA Fan Fair. She had a cute headband that was very much on the festival style trend. I tried to take a photo.
Use your imagination and tune in when it airs on ABC.
This lady isn’t lovely, but you need to watch her. Seriously, watch her.
Always remember, “It’s better to be punching into space than in your face.”
“What I did this weekend” posts are now posts to help you get through your week. I’ll likely still include things done over the weekend, but I’ll have a little bit of extra (quotes, pretty photos, tasty food, music, good shit) for you. Basically, it’s a weekly ”Random Thoughts with RA.”
I hope you’re enjoying your long weekend and relaxing. Actually, my mind set on relaxing is usually closer to “ain’t nobody got time for that.” It’s something I’m working on.
Not only is the image found here but it’s from a post titled “Finding Success in Your 30s.”
The Mister still talks about this performance.
He’s not a RiRi fan but he loves a green screen. It is hard to stop watching.
If you ever want to know “What would Rachael Anne like to do?” the answer is “brunch.” Well, brunch and style someone’s coffee table. Last week, I ate a Crab Cake Benedict at The Green Room in Greenville, SC.
It was a poached egg on top of a crab cake on top of a fried green tomato. They serve brunch everyday.
We can’t all be Kevin Durant, but we can likely donate something to the American Red Cross. You can donate to the disaster fund here or to a local chapter. Additionaly, you can always text “REDCROSS” to 90999 for a $10.00 donation.
If you’re getting married, you need to do a few things. For one thing, don’t listen to anyone but me and Emily Post. So, you need to know about Goodwill’s Wedding Gala. Most of the dresses are brand new and donated from local shops. I wish I would have done it. I loved my dress but it’s almost embarrassing how much it cost. You need to get to the Rivergate store tonight. Yes, it’s Saturday morning but these folks are playing around. Here’s some advice from Goodwill’s blog.
Next, you’ll need me to review your invitations. It’s a not so secret passion of mine. For real. Send them. I’m on a mission to rid people of poorly written and inappropriate invitations. I judge them. I always have. I’m not proud of it. I almost always find something. I’ve thought of making a list of rules, but most rules can be found in any and all editions of Emily Post’s Etiquette. Your grandmother will thank me.
This week I was back in New Hampshire and Maine. I returned the rug and it pained me a little. I didn’t have a place for it, but that’s never stopped me from wanting. If you’re ever near Portsmouth, New Hampshire – go.
A bunch of tasty food and cute shops. What else do you want?
I have an idea of what The Mister does when I’m on the road.
Last night, while lying in bed, I heard The Mister mumble something along the lines of “This should be good.” Then, he proceeded to play a video that made me laugh uncontrollably. I jumped out of bed and turned on my laptop after I made him play it repeatedly. I’m dedicated to y’all and wanted to make sure you knew of something this good. Also, I may totally want to say that I was on the front end of this becoming popular on the internets. (Thanks to Joe Dubin for sharing it.)
As my friend Joe (not Joe Dubin) says, “loving Taylor is hard.”
Justin Timberlake is back! I’m pretty jazzed about this. I busted out his last album “Future Sex/Love Sounds” and have played it in heavy car karaoke rotation. I should confess that the CD was already in my car’s console because I have listened to it frequently since it’s debut in 2006.
My girl JBK(H) and I at the Justin Timberlake concert circa 2007
You need to listen to “Suit and Tie.” So, I’m providing it below. It’s in black and white. He collaborated with Tom Ford. There are cuff links and gorgeous men’s wear. He’s rocking his wedding band. He brought the sexy back.
Turn that shiz up real loud in your car and open your sunroof like it’s a beautiful spring day during your junior year of college.
I was not in college in 2007, but I remember my junior year fondly.
I had two ducks when I was little. They lived on my grandparent’s farm and I loved watching them and waddling around like I was one. Then, they had their ducklings and I’d walk around with them thinking it was great game of “Follow the Leader.” I even became protective, like I cried and cried when they learned to fly. I was terrified for them. I remember my grandfather reassuring me that they would not die if they landed on or somehow touched the telephone wire. So, I was very much invested in this mother duck and ducklings crossing the interstate. I absolutely yelled a few times and gasped.
Read the Nashville Scene’s article which includes a short interview with WSMV. The links for it are above. Additionally, hold on tight if you’re in Isaac’s path. He looks like a wiener.
I get crap pretty often for not being on Facebook much. So, I decided to make a very strong effort the past few weeks to get on Facebook more and it’s not gone unnoticed. I’ve had multiple people praise me for it. Still, nobody told me. Then, of course, I have the very blog that you’re reading and nobody told me here either. So, I blame all y’all. I had to find out about a YouTube video from my father.
Yesterday morning I received the following text message: “Mom just heard ‘Smell Yo Dick (official video)’ on YouTube. You can imagine her facial expression.” If your immediate reaction to this is “Poor Momma” or something along the lines of a crinkled nose then you should not watch the video below. However, if you’re reaction was “I must find out what this is right now” then you’re like me and I’ve provided it for you.
“Smell Yo Dick” by Riskay
(I feel this warning should be understood by the title and group’s name, but don’t listen to this with the volume all the way up at work. HR won’t like it.)
I hadn’t heard “Call Me Maybe” by Carly Rae Jepsen on the radio until last week. Some girlfriends have been shocked by this, but they will be relieved to know that the dam that’s been holding it back from me has been released. Now, every time I turn on the radio it is playing. If I’m just now hearing it, I’m sure all y’all are tired of it. However, I have a cover for you to listen to. You’ll like it. I promise.
Preston Leatherman is the guy behind the “Dancing with an Ipod in public” videos that make me laugh. Plus, he lives in my neighborhood. (Duh. It’s where cool people live.) Preston’s a talented singer/musician and currently has a cover of “”Call Me Maybe” on Mashable. Here’s what you do to vote for him:
Now, speaking of my neighborhood, my neighbor’s house is for sale. I’m happy to have any one of you living there. Y’all are definitely better than the renters that don’t understand trash pick up won’t take your recycle can if there is obviously trash in it. You leaving it out there for two weeks isn’t doing anyone any favors.
