Pensacola Round-Up

 

Hey y'all. This year we spent Thanksgiving at the beach and it was a much needed get-away. Pretty sad though because I spent the last few days in sunny and 72-75 degree weather and I've come home to rain and 55-60. Not fair! We left Wednesday morning for Pensacola Beach and the next few days were full of fun and family time.

 

We of course spent lots of time on the beach, it was such great weather!

 

 

This is my youngest sister, complete with mermaid tail!

 

 

 

Hubs decided he wanted to try to feed the birds. I'll admit that being that close was a little bit scary!

 

 

Evenings were spent either playing games (spoons, Taboo, Mexican Train, and Yahtzee were all on the list), or dancing the night away at our favorite place - Peg Leg Pete's.

This is hubs and my dad dancing away!

 



 

This is Peg Leg Pete's from our balcony - super close. The second they open that parking lot is packed!! They have the best crab legs (well, really everything is the best).

 

 

What a view!!

 

Thanksgiving morning me, my dad, brother, and sister got up to run the Pensacola Turkey Trot. I personally about died, but it was still fun. Definitely enjoyed the mimosa at the end though!

 We had the cutest beach themed Thanksgiving decorations!

 

 During our last day we went and walked around the shops downtown and then over to the fish market. I've never been to a fish market before and I've got to say it is neat!

 

And here's us trying to get a picture by one of the big fishing boats...

 

It was a perfect four days and I while I'm sitting here with the Monday blues I'm daydreaming about this sunset. Till next time P'Cola.

 

 

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Let's Get Started - Top 10 Movies

Now that Thanksgiving is over it is officially time to celebrate Christmas! Now, don’t get me wrong – I love Thanksgiving, but I love Christmas more. (Plus – December is my birthday month so let’s get there already!)

To start off the season I’m going to give you my top ten movies that you should watch. These are in no particular order so you should just watch them all!

1.       ELF

2.       National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation

3.       The Santa Clause

4.       The Santa Clause 2: The Mrs. Clause

5.       The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause

6.       Santa Baby

7.       Santa Baby 2

8.       The Polar Express

9.       Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch  Stole Christmas

10.   Home Alone

You’ve probably seen most of these, but if not get to work!!

Now Hubs thinks Die Hard and Die Hard 2 are Christmas movies that belong on the list. I keep telling him that just because it occurs during Christmas time does not make it a Christmas movie.

Do you have a favorite that I didn’t list? Do you agree or disagree with Hubs? Let me know in the comments!

 

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Thanksgiving Decoration Round-Up

 

 

 

Happy Thanksgiving Week! I absolutely love Thanksgiving (probably because I love to eat!)

 

For today's post I went to Pinterest (none of these images are my own) and scoped out some of my favorite DIY decorations. Hopefully this will help you out if you're in a last minute bind!

 

These bottles are great and easy! (they also serve a dual purpose because you get to drink in order to make these!) Simply grab some old wine bottles, or beer bottles if you're looking for something smaller. Spray paint them the color of your choice. Once dry, write  on them with a paint pen and tie some twine around the top. Ta-Da!

image via Pinterest

 

Next up - some simple candles. Grab a pack of fake leaves and use twine or ribbon to tie around candles. You could even use candles you already have. Easy and cheap!

 

image via Pinterest

 

This one I love! Use those old mason jar lids (you can buy some if you don't have a stock pile) and spray paint them orange. Tie them together and stick some cinnamon sticks in the middle. Hello adorable pumpkin!

 



image via Pinterest

 

This is absolutely adorable and a must (in my opinion) if your family has kids. All you need is a pumpkin and a sharpie. You could use a orange pumpkin if you can't find a white one, or paint it if you're really wanting white!

image via Pinterest

 

Last but not least - GOLD. My favorite! I drool over all things gold. Pick some pumpkins (real or fake), pinecones, anything really, and a can of gold spray paint.

 

image via Pinterest

 

If you use one of these (or even if you didn't), I'd love to see them! Send me pictures (thecourtneycollection@gmail.com) or add them in the comments.

 

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Giving Thanks

 

 

Hey! Great news – we made it to Friday! With Thanksgiving coming up next week I have been thinking about all the things I’m thankful for. And let me tell you – it is quite the list! However, one thing really stands out and it’s you! Without you, my reader, this blog wouldn’t be possible.  I know we’re all busy heading into the weekend before a major holiday, so I’m going to keep today’s post simple and short.

To my current readers – thank you for your love and support. Thank you for signing up so early in the game and reading my posts. Thank you for your ideas and words of encouragement.  You are fabulous and I value you.

To my future readers – thank you for stopping by. I hope you enjoy what you read and continue to come around. I appreciate your support and you are also fabulous!

I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend.

What are you thankful for? Leave a comment and let me know!

 

 

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Spiked Apple Cider

 

Hello fabulous people! Happy national apple cider day!

 

I don't know about you, but I have had a week. And it's only Wednesday! So to celebrate this wonderful day I figured why stick with regular cider when you can have spiked cider?

 

Now here is where sad news comes into play... I was already home in my PJs when I decided that spiked cider was a must. Obviously I wasn't going to change and get back out in the rain (I don't know about you, but here in Chatt-Town it has been pouring all day). Now for good news - there was vodka in the freezer! (thank you hubs!!) So I'm going to let you in on how I'm celebrating national apple cider day with things you most likely have in your home already.

 

All you need is apple cider and vodka. Cinnamon sticks are optional. They make an excellent garnish as well as adding a little extra flavor.

Grab your glass and throw in some ice. Pour a shot (or two) of vodka and top off with cider.

Garnish with a cinnamon stick and enjoy your evening!

Now I realize this isn't some fancy drink recipe, but it's what I had and I'm sure you do too!

What is your favorite cider recipe? Let me know in the comments!

 

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