Happy {THANK GOD IT'S FINALLY THE} Weekend!

 

seriously. 

 

i stepped wrong in step class on monday and am now sporting a lovely cankle and limping around town.  not my favorite week ever. 

 

excited for the weekend as the last three weeks have been super stressful at work and i am feeling a little down in the dumps. 

 

here's to the frickin' weekend with friends, an elevated ankle and fresh start to the month of june!

 

hope you all have a fabulous weekend!

xoxo

 

Word Up Wednesday

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Song Of The Week: Can't Hold Us

new favorite running song.  period.  "can't hold us" by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis totally jacks me up and i'm pretty sure it makes these short little stubs run just a little bit faster.  so good!

not sure if i mentioned it to y'all but i signed up for the revlon run/walk for women los angeles 5k and have committed to running the entire thing.  now i realize that 5k may not be a lot to some of you, but for me, this will be the longst continuous run i have done...ever. 

if you live in los angeles, it's not too late to register and join in on the fun, or if you live outside of la and want to donate (and help me reach my goal of $1000) please click here (even $5 helps!). 

happy monday friends!

Full Heart

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my heart is full of happiness, joy and relief. 

 

i found out this past weekend that my girlfriend karah is officially cancer free! 

 

it is the kind of news that makes you smile and cry at the same time.  it's the kind of news that reminds you of whats really important and to stop stressing over the little things (like the massive amounts of boxes i still have left to unpack) and really get out and enjoy everyday as well as every one in your life. 

 

full heart.

 

xoxo

Happy {Pack it Up} Weekend!

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so i have a wit bit of a procrastination problem when it comes to packing. 

 

yuck. 

 

and now i have two weekends to pack up the place i have lived the past 4.5 years and to be quite honest, i am dreading it. 

 

this weekend i have absolutely nothing planned (besides packing). 

 

wish me luck...

 

xoxo

The Big Move...

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we found a place!  the lease is signed!  the keys are in our hands!  the move in date is tomorrow (don't worry, i haven't packed a single box yet)! 

 

and without further ado, i'd like to introduce you to our new abode in brentwood! 

 

entry way, kitchen (new fridge being delivered thursday), living room looking out

 

i am oh so excited for the hardwood floors, exploring my new fun neighborhood, the gorgeous kitchen, new bathroom and living with b. 

 

with my excitement comes a little bit of anxiety.  i lived with a boy before, things didn't end up so well.  living with a significant other is a big step, not to be taken lightly.

 

and believe me i am not.  playing house sounds like a lot of fun, but i know that there will be difficult times as well, and that frightens me.  not enough to make me back out, but enough that i need to tell myself to calm down and remember all the reasons i am excited that we are moving in together.

 

which include:  not having to pack an overnight bag, being co-dog parents, more time together and because it is the right next step for us. 

 

so while i am sure there will be some ups and downs, i am most looking forward to the ups and for the new change. 

 

hello home sweet home!

Word Up Wednesday

 

how on earth is it already the 7th of november?  woah.

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love this.

 

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good to remember

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my much needed motivation for the gym today.

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four more years!

Do It!

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please.

 

 

i did and you get a fancy sticker - woot!

 

Happy {Gratitude} Weekend!

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this week i was reminded of all the things i have to be thankful for...

 

my heart goes out to everyone that were affected by hurricane sandy.  i feel blessed that all of my east coast friends are safe and at home recouping for the storm. 

 

it's events like this that sadden me and yet lift me up in the most surprising of ways. 

 

take for example my cousin taryn who lived in jersey city and whose apartment was completely flooded and without power.  my  cousin was sleeping on her wet bed in her flooded apartment seeking a place to stay but stuck in jersey city.  i reached out to my friend christa who offered to pick her up and let her stay at her house.  my friend kimi reached out to her east coast friends and a total stranger offered to meet my cousin at the williamsburg bridge and offered her a place to stay, a warm shower, internet and anything she could need.

 

strangers opening up their homes to strangers.  i didn't know this girl sarah but she was willing to help my cousin anyway she needed it.  it warmed my heart and reminded me that humanity is not dead.  there are still good people out there and that human kind is indeed kind.  i have been hearing and reading stories like this all over the web and am so thankful for the existence of these people. 

 

and so today, this weekend, next week, etc, i need to remind myself of all the things i am blessed to have in my life.  i need to stop complaining about the petty things and start observing my amazing surroundings. 

 

i am happy to report that my cousin is on a flight to seattle for a hot shower, drinks and a meal with the family.  and i hope that you all have a wonderful weekend with the ones you love and take a moment to recognize all the amazing things you have in your life. 

 

xoxo

 

Word Up Wednesday

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i was reintroduced to fall this past weekend in san francisco.  it was nice to see this old friend.

 

i like this little reminder. 

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love this.

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a good reminder.

 

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i love this quote and love how i found it just when i needed it.  i got some disappointing news this week and was feeling a little down in the dumps.  then i had an amazing conversation that left me feeling hopeful and excited for the possibilities ahead. 

Instalife Lately

blogging has been a bit of a difficulty for me lately and i hate it!  i feel like i am constantly writing things down to blog about and then never actually getting to them because of life.  and i realize it is good to live life and not be a slave to the internet, but i miss blogging.  i miss sharing things about me, things that i love and most of all i miss reading things about all of you. 

 

so in an attempt to catch up a little, here's a glimpse into my life these past few months via instagram (@lyndsylee)

 

 

a sleepy w / place setting / wedding debauchery / a lovely gift

 

a day in topanga / products to review (stay tuned!) / sweet little treat / buns all around at the whaler

 

weekends with christy!

pulled out the red lipstick finally / broken glass at brick + mortar / go cougs!

 

harvest celebration in napa / apple cider margarita / scenes from downtown l.a. / best game ever

still loving the accent nail / some tasty tequila with b

 

small wineworld in napa / a fitting sky for a tribute to an incredible guy

holy guacamole late night burrito / uggs are back / cakebread cellars is my favorite

 

i know i have said it before, and i am sure i will say it again, but i am hoping to find some more time to get back to posting and making blogging a bigger priority in my life.  here's hoping y'all are still checking in and reading it! 

 

xoxo

Word Up Wednesday

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cancer.  this is a direct quote from me to the cancer that has invaded the body of one of my oldest friends.  i found out last night that this beautiful, amazing, mother, wife and friend of mine was recently diagnosed with stage 4 hodgkin's lymphoma.  i am heartbroken and confused and saddened by this news and i want to tell cancer - gfy. 

 

luckily, my friend is a fighter.  luckily the type of cancer she has is 93% curable.  luckily she is surrounded by people who love her so much that i just know she is going to beat it.   

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whenever a sad event happens, it is always a reminder for myself to enjoy every single day and live in the present.  to love everything and everyone i am lucky enough to have in my life.  because ultimately, what matters the most is now.  . 

 

so hug your loved ones a little bit tighter, call that friend you haven't spoken to in a while, forget little silly disagreements and relish is all the beautiful things you have in your life now. 

 

xoxo

 

Song of the Week ~ Big Jet Plane

my fave pandora station is my florence + the machine as i have been thumbs uping and downing for over a year now and the selection of tunes just keeps getting better and better. 

one of the songs that just came on a few weeks ago was "big jet plane" by angus & julia stone and i could just kick myself for not knowing of this band sooner.  "big jet plane" reminds me a little of foster the people, so much so that when i first heard this song i assumed it was one of their new singles. 

the entire album is flowy, and easy listening - perfect for at the office, reading a book or a nice drive to the desert (palm springs, t-minus 4 days). 

any of you fans of angus and julia stone?  anyone else want to get on a "big jet plane" and head out just about anywhere else but where you currently are...me too.

Word Up Wednesday

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especially today as i handle three different computers, while i sit at a different desk and assist five executives.  at least the day went fast!

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and perhaps a visit from this girl!

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interesting thought.

 

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love.

Instalife Lately

forever young/cw with mrs. r/aperol spritzes/gongolo at hostario del picollo/forever young friends/insane sunset

estes park wedding/night clubbing it/hanging out on the porch

all in colorado

girlies at brick + mortar/rosenthal wine tasting/colorado rockies/sunday funday in hermosa/row 14 in denver

i am really working to try and share more pictures and life events. what's been happening lately in my life!  follow me on instagram (@lyndsylee)

xoxo

Happy B*Day B!

a very happy 30th b*day to my boy b...



the guy who knows how to make me smile.

the guy i love walking around town hand in hand with.

the guy who has helped me to enjoy the great outdoors.

the guy who always knows how to make me a perfect drink.

the guy who i love with all of my heart and am so happy was born some 30 years ago today!

happy birthday b!

we're off to animal tonight to celebrate it right. 

xoxo

Word Up Wednesday

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my gf jen sent this to me this week and i just loved it.  i am reading bethenny frankel's "place of yes" and she talks also about the difference of "noise" and "voice".  very interesting and helpful, and here steve jobs (genius) talks about "noise" also and the issues it can cause in your life.  trying to identify the current "noises" in my life and how to get rid of them.

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love it.

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this past month i had a few biopsies done and was completely anxious waiting for the results.  all my results were received and luckily benign, but both required minor surgery.  i have never had surgery before which lead to additional anxiety, and fear. 

last friday i had the tumor removed from my breast and all went smoothly and i am happy to report, although sore - everything turned out to be okay.  i have my second procedure scheduled in march and it is a much simpler procedure, so i am feeling a bit more at ease. 

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similar to the quote above, this month has been absolutely shitty.  between car problems (walked out to a flat tire again after work last night) and medical issues this month i can honestly say it has been the worst month ever (and wouldn't you just know that this is the year to have one extra day of shitty-ness). 

after seeing my tire last night i just broke down.  and i felt a little ridiculous at my behavior but i just felt picked on and angry and frustrated and wanted to scream "ENOUGH ALREADY".  luckily b came to my rescue and changed out my nail pierced tire, luckily i have an amazing family, luckily i have incredible friends and luckily all of these things i have been letting affect me and bring me down are all minor fixable things. 

while i get upset for allowing these "little things" to bother me as much as they have, it's ok.  it's ok because sometimes shit happens, and sometimes it's ok to just cry, scream, vent, pout, whatever. 

it's also ok to be done with it now.  to look forward to a new month and not dwell on the past.  because in the end, it's all ok. 

xoxo