Day TEN of the {10 Day YOU Challenge}

... a picture of yourself.



Where I'm at in Life...

Some things can never be unseen. Memories are lost everyday. And small moments aren't captured. For me? There is nothing like talking about old times. I can do it all day, everyday, with anybody.

So here it is.

This is where I am at in Life;

Date: July 22, 2011

My Initials: JLA

Age: 26

Size: Medium [top], 5/6 [bottom], 8 [shoe]

Friday Nights: Cookouts & Cards with friends, Cornhole with Family, Date Nights with the lover.

Hair Style: Long. Blonde. Long. Too Long.

Favorite place to dine out: Jalapenos [Order, The Gringa]

Favorite Outfit: Dresses or my red romper

Love Life: Very much in love with Aaron. He aggravates the tar out of me

lately, at the same time... I never stop smiling. He makes me so happy.

Home Life: It's really great. A little stressful because everything is just out of the normal with the wedding.

* There isn't a corner in our house where there isn't clutter.

I threw a fit. Yes, a throw down fit last night about this particular issue. It's driving me crazy. The wedding has my house turned upside down.

* For so many years, I worked really long hours and two jobs at a time.

I'm completely smitten by my extra time at home with Aaron and by myself.

TV shows: American Idol. Swamp People. The Bachelor/Bachelorette. Animal Planet. 

Extra time: Wedding. Snuggled up on the couch.

What excites me: *The Wedding *Planning the wedding *Our new vegetables chopper *Our new waffle maker *The new one cup coffee/tea/hot cocoa/espresso machine sitting on our counter. *My new frying pans that sit fly and not wobble.. yay! *ALL the cleaning supplies received from the showers. [Yes, an excellent gift. Enough to last us about two years] *Another excellent gift; spice rack, a basket full of all... ALL spices or add ins.

 A moment I never want to forget: Aaron getting pissy

[remember, he never yells or raises his for at me... EVER. I've never seen it.]

when putting together all the storage cabinets, the futon, or the [my eyebrows are raised] storage shelf that goes over the toilet... yeah, he threw it across the living room and yelled "this is a piece of crap!!!". I was mortified. my response, "Whoa, totally uncalled for. You are acting insane."


Life is so good right now.
Not perfect, but right where we want to be!

Day 3 [FIRST LOVE] & Day 2 [Blog Title]

Day Three
My First Love

He was short, blonde hair, big lips, and the most gorgeous eyes that caught my attention at first glance. He was 16 years old, driving a white Ford F150. He was girl-shy, friendly, and his AOL screen name was TOPSHOT58.
I can remember exactly what he was wearing the first time I met him and I can remember thinking he had the strangest voice the first time he called me. Our first date was to the High School basketball game. He was scared to death to pick me up and meet my daddy. I was his first REAL girlfriend! He told me he loved me after two weeks. Who knows love at 16 & after two weeks, right? I told him he didn't. He said "okay". We "were going out" my Freshman year [his Sophomore Year] and he broke up with me because it was summer time. The following school year we started again. He repeated his actions when summer time came. My Junior year, his Senior year... he wanted me back ... AGAIN, nope. No way! It didn't take long. We fell completely in love that year.
CraZy about each other...

[VERY first picture together, taken in January 2001]

That's right! You got it! My one & only LOVE!

My High School Sweetheart!

When we have children, we can look back and point to each other and say...

There's my First Love!

Day TWO-

Meaning behind your blog name!

Well, when I started blogging back in Feburary, I believe it was The Simple Life, because our life is very simple. As I found other bloggers, their names were SO much cooler. I realized I needed to get more creative. I then changed it a million + different times. From this to that. Nothing stuck! I kept running into Combat Boots & Flip Flops or Stilettos & a Stroller or Stilettos & a Diaper Bag. The baby thing didn't really fit me... Well, duh because I'm kid-less.

Combat Boots & Flip Flops was COOL, but for not Aaron & Myself. Me, being I wear heels everyday, I thought Stilettos & Fishing Boots or Stilettos & Hunting Boots... Hmmmm, something still didn't click! Aaron is a BIG fisherman. In fact if you look the word fisherman up in the dictionary you will see this.

Fisherman (N)- Aaron Roy Drew

I swear he owns 50 + fishing poles. Waaalaaa!

Stilettos & a fishing pole!

Couldn't be any better! 

Also, that same month we started remodeling his great grandfathers late house and started making it a home for us! So, that's when I found Becca, from Jumpin Jax Designs I made it clear I wanted a house with our picture in the header. I didn't care about the colors and such.

My tagline:

An Inside girl living in her outside world!

Okay, so this is true. Prior to meeting Aaron & falling in love & realizing Love was all that matters... I wanted to live in a city. [♥] I love the city. I wanted to live in a neighborhood where our children could run & play with the kids down the street. Thats how I was raised as a kid, before moving to the small town where we live now.
On the other hand, Aaron grew up in the same house his entire life! His family has a plantation? It used to be a campground waaaay back when his mama was a teenage.
Lots of land. Two beautiful ponds. A Pool. A Creek. Trails.  Lots of woods. . Lots of.... outdoors! Don't get me wrong, I LOVE it. I love to ride four wheelers, get muddy [when expected], ride dirt roads. I do. I just never visioned my life sooo... woodsie! && it still may not. Who knows where we will be in 10 years from now, building a home for us to grow old in. But for now... I'm dating a guy who is 100% outdoorsie. He's a Fisherman. He's a Hunter. He's a Bow-Hunter. He's... everything outdoors! I am SO not!  I wouldn't change a single thing!

30 Day Blog Challenge Day ONE

So I'm trying this again, hoping not to fail like I did last time! Aly from Analyze This inspired me! I remember the first time I became "blog friends" with Aly. She was one of my very first followers, & was doing some giveaway or blog hop [can't remember exactly] with Julie from Brown Eyed Belle. I fell in love with her blog title & the reason she named it that. Click HERE to find out!

 && Click below to link up and Join KATIES 30 Day Blog Challenge!!!
It's a 30 day blog challenge! Can I do it? Hmmmm, we will see!
It starts.... NOW!

Day ONE-
Share a recent picture of you & share 15 facts  with y'all.

Okay okay, so maybe I cheated a little! I didn't snap a photo of myself this very moment

because the camera on my phone doesn't like me very much today.

This photo was taken only Sunday [10.10.10] so that counts, right???

[No, I am not a hunter. Click HERE to see why I'm in Camo!]

Fifteen Facts about Myself-

[one.]I'm so ready to start planning my wedding [like for real], but I need to be engaged first! :( bummer!

[two.] i'm the opposite from shy.

[three.] i ♥  boneless buffalo wings dipped in bleu cheese.

[four.] My hair color is not blonde. It's red. No really, I dyed it yesterday!

But not the same red as my natural color.

[five.] i have really great in-laws, although I tend to clash with my MIL at times.

[six.] i visited a psychic about a 1.5 months ago, she told me I was going to have twin boys. yikes!!! NOT how i saw my future.

[seven.] we are saving $$$ for a Brittany Spaniel. I want to name him, Cooper!

[eight.] likes candy too much.

[nine.] i'm very very close to my mom.

[ten.]i have the worst luck growing my nails.

[eleven.] i ♥ boots of all shapes, styles, and sizes.

[twelve.] flats hurt my feet, heels do not. [most of them]

[thirteen.] i (very much) clash with "i'm too good for you/that/this" kind of people.

[fourteen.]i do not eat mayonnaise.

[fifteen.] Aaron is the best part of me!

Okay, so that's it! THere it is. That wasn't so bad! Although it took me FOREVER to do the 15 part! :D Hope you enjoyed! Come back tomorrow!

♥ Jessica

20 Favorites

HAPPY MONDAY EVERYONE!!!! 

Day 1 - Your Favorite Song

Day 2 - Your Favorite Movie
Day 3 - Your Favorite Television Program
Day 4 - Your Favorite Book
Day 5 - Your Favorite Quote
Day 6 - 20 of my favorite things
Day 7 - A photo that makes you happy
Day 8 - A photo that makes you angry/sad
Day 9 - A photo you took
Day 10 - A photo taken over 10 years ago of you
Day 11 - A photo of you recently
Day 12 - Something you are OCD about
Day 13 - A fictional book
Day 14 - A non-fictional book
Day 15 - your dream house
Day 16 - A song that makes you cry (or nearly)
Day 17 - An art piece (drawing, sculpture, painting, etc)
Day 18 - My wedding/future wedding/past wedding
Day 19 - A talent of yours
Day 20 - A hobby of yours
Day 21 - A recipe
Day 22 - A website
Day 23 - A YouTube video
Day 24 - Where I live
Day 25 - Your day, in great detail
Day 26 - Your week, in great detail
Day 27 - My worst habit
Day 28 - Whats in my handbag/purse
Day 29 - Hopes,Dreams and plans for the next 365 days
Day 30 - A dream for the future






#1 - Aaron is my FAVORITE person, my favorite thing...

#2 - My FAmily -

#3 - Jackson

#4.  Crafts [in general] or making anything

[I repainted my shower curtain holders to match my bathroon decor]

 

#5 Long, HOT, Bubble Baths

#6. Having my Nieces & Nephews over to stay with us

#7. CornhOle

8. Pink Lemonade

#9 Gardening

#10 - The River

#11- My Girlfriends - I love them ALL

#12 - LuLu's Chocolate Bar

#12 - Mexican Food - Fajita Nachos

#13 - Beer in a Bottle

#14 - Cooking a big Dinner

#15 -  My FAVORITE place to shop

#16 - FAVORITE Jersey Shore person

#17 NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS

#18 - Beringer White Zinfandal

#19 - Boiled Peanuts

#20 - Getting Flowers

150 = 150

I remember the excitement I got when I had 10 followers. I thought I was way cool, even though I didn't really understand was happening. Today, I reached my 150th follower!

Holy Moly!

I want to thank each and every blog friend out there. I've had so much fun in the six months I've been blogging. I've learned so much. I've been inspired by many of you all, and I've had a blast. You've made me laugh, made me cry, and taught me many of things. From recipes, to making jewelry, to Kick Ass true life stories. I love them all. I may not comment on everyones posts, but know that I am reading them if I follow you.

Is it just me or reading & following makes you loose your time and then you realize you've gotten NOTHING done?

So, today, I'm giving back. Here is a list below of 150 facts about me.

I hope you enjoy!

My Boyfriend of 10 years, Aaron comes first in my life.
He's my bestest friend.
My one and only lover.
My Role Model!

                  

I just turned 25 on July 1st.

I am a Christian. I read my bible. I am sinner.

I have a brother who is 8 years older  & a sister who is 5 years older . Two Step brothers and three step sisters. Two Sister in Laws & Two Brother in Laws.
I am an Aunt to eight Amazing Children!

My Hair is naturally Red & Wavy.

My Parents Divorced when I was 9 months old. Since then, I've been blessed with two step parents who I love dearly.
 I have a Shih Tuz, Jackson, who now lives with his grandparents. [Long Story]

I am 5'2

I have my Master Cosmetology License & My P and C Insurance License.
 I am an P & C Insurance Agent.

I live 2 miles from my Parents House and have coffee with my mom on the weekdays.

The only wreck I've been in, was when I was 23 years old. A lady hit me from behind, totalled my Mustang [my baby] and then I purchased the brightest blue Ford Focus June 13th 2008 and paid it off July 30th, 2010.
I love Cheesecake & Chocolate Covered Strawberries!
I get Lazy when it comes to dusting...
I LOVE Animal Print. Preferably Cheetah.
Bread & Snacking are my weakness'
I have A.D.D & A.D.H.D
One of my favorite things to do is have A Ladies Night

I get bored with my hair EASILY!

Aaron & I just remodeled and moved into to our new home June 17th.

My BIGGEST dream is to plan my wedding && become a wife. I've planned my wedding 5 times and they've been completely different.

I cry at some point during 97% of the movies I watch.

I can watch Pretty Woman, Steel Magnolias, The Break Up, The Sweetest Thing, and Old School over and over and over and over again... and never get bored!
My Favorite Color is Pink. I've always been a Miller Lite kinda girl, but lately we've switched to Bud Light!
I prefer to drink my beer in a Bottle.
I've fallen in love many of times with only one man.

As a child, I had an obsession with The Little Mermaid

I've never broken a bone

Aaron and I have boxing matches.
Frogs are my worst fear. It's Serious and no joke!
I wear heels of some sort every. single. day.
 No Showers. I love Bubble Baths. They sometimes last 2 hours!
Kids of any age, make me really happy.
Aaron and I eat dinner at the kitchen table, even if it's just the two of us.
3 Musketeer is my favorite candy bar.

Thanksgiving is my favorite Holiday.

80's music can turn my bad mood into a good mood.

Carrie Underwood is AWESOME & has an amazing voice!
I love to make friendships!
Family is so important to me. I rather be where they are, than anywhere else.
Once upon a time, I worked 60 hours a week to support myself.
I cut Aaron's fingernails and toenails for him.
I sweep my carpet.
I want to see as many countries as I can - Another Dream of mine!
I live in a really small town - it consists of one red light.

Lulu's Chocolate Bar is one of my favorite places to go.

I love the smell of Gasoline & Abercrombie Woods

I drop my cell phone on a average of 5 times a day.

One random thing you will find in my purse is a sewing kit!

I'm a BIG dreamer

I love Danglely earrings.

I have a true love when working with disabled children & adults, which is why I am a member of SOGA. [Special Olympics of Georgia]

I love love love love love love to dance.

My Eyes are Blue.

Flowers make me REALLLLLLY happy. i ♥ gerber daisies.

My  idea of a prefect date is dinner with great company and entertaining conversation.

Cruises make me really happy & are the BEST vacations.

I was a Server for six years before I let it go. [Great Money = Hard Work]

I'm a BIG sucker for family traditions.

I have Fred Flinstone feet.

When I was a kid, my mom would sing a song [she made up] to me every night - called I love my Pooh pooh head!

I Love to be in the Kitchen!

I love Honey Gram Crackers dipped in Milk for a mid-night Snack.

I love Action Movies!

I don't brush my hair.

When I get REALLY mad I turn red and sometimes cry!

I will starve before I pay a bill late! My Credit means a lot to me.

French Dips are my favorite Sandwiches

I can live off of Mexican Food! [Chicken Fajita Nachos with Onion only]

My favorite part of a wedding ceremony is to look at the Groom when he first See's his Bride!

Have I mentioned I 've DREAMED of the day I get to marry Aaron since I was a little girl.

I love everything about the Water. Okay, maybe not EVERYTHING...

I try any foods, but I will not eat Mayo & frog legs.

Aaron and I have "brick breaker" dates in bed, before calling it a night.

I change the polish on my nails weekly.

I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE Hosting parties!

I know MOST Nursery Rhymes && think it's important for children to learn them!

I ♥ facebook - even though it gets on my nerves.

I had a REALLY hard time adjusting to new schools when I started High School in a new town.

I first time I got pulled over [16] I pulled over on the opposite side of the road and got out of my car to pop my trunk to get my wallet out. HILARIOUS story.

Once upon a time I had the Grand Marshall's after me because I forgot I had Jury Duty. Not Funny, but Funny! I was 21 for goodness sake!

I love playing board games && card games!

I do not like HOT HOT weather. I prefer colder weather. [More like Fall]

I have 3 scrapbooks.

The color Brown is ALL over my house..

I sing loud and proud in the car.

Gardening is my NEW  thing to do. I actually LOVE it. Never say Never.

I believe that EVERYTHING really does happen for a reason, and the TRUTH always comes out!

I sleep bundled up in 3 blankets, the fan on HIGH with one foot poked out.

If I could sing ONE Karaoke Song... It would be Undo it by Carrie Underwood. I will one day.

I get bored very easily.

I love watching Lifetime on Sunday afternoons while laying on the couch.

I manikin shop. I do NOT like to look through bunches of random clothes.

I wear a size 8 shoe

I am Left Handed.

In High School, I was a Cheerleader, I played Tennis and ran Cross Country. GO REDSKINS!!!

I like Jersey Shore, The Bachelor[ette] & American Idol.

I write Thank You cards for everything.

I get a high off of buying Stationary.

I've never done drugs. [If you don't consider Alcohol a drug]

I moved out my parents house at 19, only to gain my Independence in my college years.

I always have a camera.

I love Sunglasses but they give me headaches if I wear them too long!

I am NOT and never have been a jealous person.].

I was a tomboy as a kid and grew boobs in the sixth grade! [YIKES]

I enjoy time by myself, although I rarely get it.

I use coupons!

I wash my clothes with Gain detergent & Clorox Bleach for colored clothes.

We already have our little girls name picked out. [Not Pregnant]

I bait my own hook when I go fishing with Aaron. WHEN
I go fishing, that is.

I don't care for scary movies.

Bad Breath is the BIGGEST turn away & I will remember forever if you're the victim.

Pink Lemonade is my favorite non-alcoholic drink.

I can NOT hold my breath for a long period of time.

My laugh is loud, and kind of sounds like Fran off of the Nanny. [Or so I've been told]

Scared to say this, but Never gotten a ticket and I've been pulled over four times & NOT because I've gotten someone to get me out of it. :D - I'm just good like that. [kidding]

I make my own Birthday Cards.

I get excited REALLY easy.

Not a big college football fan, but LOVE NFL. Go Patriots!!!

Ellen DeGeneres is AWESOME!

A fan of Jessica Simpson & always has been. I want her and Nick back together! Frown.

I read magazines end to beginning!

I love to eat black olives.

I was a cheerleader, played Tennis, and Ran Cross Country in High School. Go Redskins!

I like my bedroom to be 65 degrees when I go to bed.

I don't go to bed without Aaron.

I love to play Cornhole.

Movie Theatre popcorn is a MUST, even if we just ate.

I love BEEF Ramen Noodles.

Aaron calls me j or Snookums. My friends call me jess.

I've grown a love for poker.

My Brain will NOT comprehend how to drive a stick shift. I almost killed Aaron and myself when he tried to teach me. Somehow by making the hunting truck do a 360 and running it into his grandfathers house. Oops!

I'd trade my boobs for smaller hips any day of the week.

I think a man who smells good is a major turn on. Aaron hates Cologne. Frown.

My worst habit is interrupting, following right behind, biting my nails once they chip.

I don't like when people sweep my feet.

I have LARGE handwriting.

At home, I wear t-shirts & cheekies... I don't like pants.

I do not mind talking about sex. I am not bashful.

I match my panties and bras.

I read books on relationships. - EVERY WOMAN SHOULD READ THIS BOOK!!!!!!

Would LOVE to a stay at home Mom & a house wife. [like I said, I'm a Dreamer]

I'm good at keeping secrets, but I tell Aaron 98% of most things.

I wear sunglasses when I'm driving in the Rain. I can see MUCH better!

I faint over the sight of blood dripping or when  the human body is whacked up.

I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE my hair being played with.

Pedicures, Body Massages, & facials is what I call relaxation. I could get it everyday.

I'm not into politics.

I would LOVE to take ballroom dance lessons.

I am me. I am Original. I am not scared to step outside of the box.

Thank you ALL again!

I hope you appreciate this as much as I appreciate you!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Miss Jessica Lynn Arendes