If my birthday was in the summer...

When I was younger I was always super jealous of my friends who could have their birthday parties at the pool. Now that I'm older, I'm still jealous but for other reasons. Since my birthday is in November and so close to Christmas, it's so hard to think of things that I "want" both for my bday and Xmas. And they always end up being winter-ish gifts, like sweaters and such. I always see so many things during the summer months that I lust over and wish my birthday was in June! So, IF my birthday was this summer, this is what I'd be hoping for:

Husband and I are dyyyying for a Yeti cooler. Even though it's super expensive, I feel like we would get great use out of it since we are at the beach almost every weekend during the summer. We are also dying for bikes! We love going on bike rides around our neighborhood at night but we always have to borrow my sister and brother-in-law's bikes.

As for the "girly" things I have been lusting over, Loren Hope anything. Especially those knock-out earrings! They would glam up any outfit! Dying for Jo Malone perfume. I hear such amazing things about it! And Tory Burch can do no wrong in my eyes ;)

When is your birthday? What's on your wish list?

My favorite things link-up!

Let's get this straight, I would NEVER ask for all of these gifts! To be honest, I don't really need anything for Christmas. I would be perfectly content opening one present and giving presents to all my family. There is nothing better than giving someone the perfect gift and watching their reaction and happiness. However, these are a few things I would be super happy with if Santa placed them under our tree ;)

1. Tory Burch clutch. I have this beauty in black and I use it all.the.time. Totally worth the money. It has a long strap so you can wear it as a cross-body bag or you can take the strap off and use it as a clutch. I would LOVE a brown/tan one!

2. Nespresso coffee & expresso maker. Hubs and I are coffee lovers snobs and we have been talking about getting one of these for a while. The second my alarm goes off in the morning I head straight for the coffee maker. I feel like this expresso maker might make me a more happy person in the morning ;) Has anyone tried one?! Is it worth the money??

3. Kendra Scott earrings. As I mentioned in a previous post, I got a pair of these in hot pink a few months back and got SO many compliments on them. I am dying for another pair!

4. Kate Spade watch. I really need a neutral, everyday watch to wear during clinicals next year. I'm thinking this one would be perfect!

5. Moscow Mule Copper Mugs. I had my first Moscow Mule in Charleston a few months ago and fell in love. These mugs are so fun and can be used for so many different, fun cocktails.

6. Kendra Scott Rayne necklace. May or may not be obsessed with this jewelry [obviously]. I want a necklace too!! It would go with EVERYTHING!

7. Clarisonic skin cleanser. I have heard amazing things and to be honest, I need to take better care of my skin. All I do is wash my face 2x a day and apply Oil of Olay lotion. I feel like I need to clean it better. Any advice about this product?!

8. Gold Aviator Tory Burch sunglasses. I only buy one nice pair of sunglasses every 2 or 3 years and it's about time for a new pair! I have never had aviators but always love them when I see them on other people.

What are you hoping Santa brings you this year?!

Mother's Day

I don't know about you, but my mom deserves more than just 1 day a year. She does everything for me and my sisters. She is supermom. Every mom deserves to be spoiled every now and then! Here are some ideas of what to get her for Mother's Day this year:


1. All ladies love/need a good statement necklace. My family loooves necklaces. We are always borrowing each others! Mom would love this one!

2. Cute little plaque for a nook in the house. I love that quote.

3. You can't go wrong with anything from Tory Burch. These sandals are the cutest with summer right around the corner.

4. This TB hand-held wallet would be perfect for going out to dinner. The perfect size for your  phone and card/cash.

5. A delicious candle. I am literally a candle freak. Especially Anthropologie candles. Holy cow we have like 10 in our house. Not only do they smell amazing but they look gorgeous. Any lady would love this nice candle as a gift!

6. A new beach umbrella! Since we basically live at the beach all summer, our umbrellas get rusty and worn down.

7. An adorable coffee mug. If your mom is anything like mine [and me], a day doesn't begin until coffee is in hand. And a cute mug just starts your day on a happy note! Anthropologie has SO many cute ones to choose from.