Cherry Blossom Festival.

The Cherry Blossom Festival is something we've wanted to see for a long time. We had a free weekend and decided to make the short four hour bus ride to Washington D.C. Sadly, we were too early to see the  trees in full bloom but were still able to see a lot of beautiful flowers. The cherry blossoms and monuments were great but the best part of the trip was spending time with family and friends. My Aunt Rosie and good friend from college, Mckell, both live near Washington D.C. We stayed the first night with Rosie and she showed us around town. We rode bikes, saw all of the blossoms and even a fireworks show! The next night we stayed with Mckell and her husband Brandon. They made us pancakes for breakfast and we all watched conference together. In between sessions, Brandon took us to Arlington National Cemetery to see The Changing of the Guard. What an incredible experience it was. The guards are protecting the Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers day and night, 24/7. We learned so much during our weekend trip and can't wait to get back soon. Thank you Rosie and Mckell for the best time!

Period Party in Soho.

last weekend, my friend lindsay invited me to the period store party in soho.

i was a little unsure about attending a party all about periods...can you say awkward!?

the owners of the store are good friends of lindsays and this was their official grand opening.

you're probably wondering, what the heck is a period store!?

i'll fill you in.

basically they send a beautiful package every month before your time of the month

every package is filled with things that help get you excited about your period

things like gourmet chocolate, art work, product, ect. 

they've said...

"periods can be lame--we're striving to make them a little more enjoyable".

i have to say i think it's a brilliant idea.

the party ended up being so much fun. we were laughing all night.

lindsay and i enjoyed the clever food and decor probably a little too much. 

 fallopian tube cookies.

 the three owners of the period store.

 tampon-weenies. ha!

 couldn't resist the photo op.

one of the owners of the period store is a hair stylist in paris.

she was braiding hair in exchange for period stories. love it!

lindsay got her hair braided and it looked so cute.

wishing i had a picture of the finished product.

the pad and tampon headpiece masterpiece.
i still don't want to throw mine away... it's been a week!

Mad. Sq. Eats.

Madison Square Eats is back in town, and it never disappoints.