cinco de happy

When I was little, I remember saying I wish there was a shot you could give puppies to make them stay little forever. My more grown up(ish) wish is that I could invent a potion that makes the weekends last longer. Why do they go so quickly? They're so happy!

My Cinco de Derby dreams came true, because I got to watch I'll Have Another win, while sipping a margarita. It was the perfect fusion of the holidays. 

Other weekend highlights include a sleepover at Lindsay's, with manicures by Melissa and bonding time with her pup, Beau. 

We spent Saturday poolside, then went to a block party, which just felt so summery. 

I hope your weekend was wonderful, too! Next up: Memorial Day! Let the season of celebrating begin!

Cinco de Derby

Happy Cinco de Derby! I feel especially fortunate today, with this double holiday weekend upon us.

Whether you're pulling for I'll Have Another or just planning on that being your creed when it comes to all things margaritas (+ chippies), I hope you have a lovely weekend celebrating one of the two.

I've yet to determine whether it will be a Turf Club or a fiesta type of weekend, but the one thing I can guarantee is that I'll be dressing the part. Because, honestly, the best part of both holidays is the themed outfits. Amiright!?

My Midwestern roots have me pulling toward the Derby. My heart can't bear the thought of abandoning Indiana's Kentucky neighbor. But the opportunities for Cinco celebrating are undeniably abundant. If I can pull off a floppy hat at a fiesta (or possibly a sombrero at a Derby party?), I'll be sure to let you know.

Happy FriDerbydeMayo!

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neighbor, maybor!

Remember Tuesday when we rejoiced&embraced May? Yaay! And with all those wonderful things it brings, it also means we are now officially in the triathalon neighbor month. Ah! My tri is right.next.door. We are touching it!

With your help, I've raised more than $2,000 (YAAY! and thank you!), with 101 people served. This makes my heart so happy. I like to think of the water going to lots of little babies and kids mainly. With just $461 to go, I'm feeling confident we'll hit the $2,500 mark. (!).

I am slightly less confident in my biking skills, but I'm going for a ride on my lunch today. Let's hope I'll be pleasantly surprised. I'll be sure to report back.

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it's may! it's may!

Dearest May,

I am so happy you're here. You mean the start of summer. You bring the Indy 500, Cinco de Mayo and the Kentucky Derby. You bring a beach trip with my friends. You bring Memorial Day weekend.

You bring hot weather, pool time, BBQs, lightning bugs, extra long days and everything that makes my heart skip a beat.

Thank you for coming today, May.  I promise I will make it worth your while!

Love,
Whitney

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