Skip to main content

Welcome to America!

So sad...as I write this my family is getting ready to spend their last night in Georgia with Tim and I, and then they're heading off to the airport in the morning. A short trip, but it was certainly lots of fun. More of our adventures:

Obviously, you can't come to America from Hong Kong and miss out on the gluttonous glorious eats. We made sure they got to taste the amazing goodness of Five Guys burgers (and fries) and we each headed to the movies with out own personal box of candy, which contains 8 servings but lasts approximately until the end of the trailers. Anyone else have that problem?



We let them experience the great outdoors on a pontoon boat trip around the nearby lake, where the boys fished and us gals gossiped and read books. Ah, gender stereotyping at its finest. 

Little Bro with his little fish.

Tim getting ready for the biggest catch!
But of course it's not a trip to American without a little commercialism. We also squeezed in a trip to the outlet mall, where I was treated to some new duds (thanks, Mom!) and had a mini fashion show while waiting in the dressing room.


P.S. I bought that sweater. $8 on sale at Old Navy? Steal! I'm still confused about the full outfit pics I see on blogs. I can have the body or the face--but not both. What's the secret, seriously?!!

Now I'm heading outside to cuddle up around a bonfire and roast some more marshmallows. I hate to say goodbye to them but this should be a grand sendoff!

What's your ultimate movie theater snack? 
If they have kettle corn or caramel corn, I'm there. This time it was a box of Good and Plenty and a Diet Coke. I have a serious, committed relationship with licorice. It's been years and we still feel strongly about each other. When you know, you know. 

Do you fish? No, but really--for fun? I just don't get it. 
If I was really hungry and I had no choice I guess I would go fishing. Otherwise, I'll stick to reading my book in the sun, thanks.

Comments

  1. Tasha MalcolmOctober 13, 2011 at 8:01 PM

    Five Guys is amazing...so is licorice :)

    ReplyDelete
  2. Sarah GreccoOctober 13, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    You KNOW I love a good bargain and a cute outfit! Nice work! You've got to get a tri-pod......duh...hahah Kidding.

    xo
    Sarah
    Get Up & Go

    ReplyDelete
  3. SamanthaOctober 13, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    cookie dough bites!! omg they only last me half way through the previews :(

    girl you are lookin good in those skinny jeans! glad you had a nice time with your family.

    ReplyDelete
  4. LaurenOctober 13, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    oh my gosh, five guys... yes. I am a total and complete sucker for a good burger, so that place ranks super high on my list.

    ReplyDelete
  5. RachelOctober 13, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    I fish all the time! It is so relaxing and really awesome when you catch more fish than your hubby. :)

    ReplyDelete
  6. LisaOctober 13, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    I'm sad for you to have to be saying good bye to your parents. Hope you all can get together again sooner rather than later (though Hong Kong is a long way away!).

    I LOVE 5 Guys. When I lived in NOVA (that's Northern Virginia in case you're not "in with the lingo", I ate there regularly (and was 100 pounds thinner - hmmmmm!)

    You're so right about the box-o-candy lasting until the end of the trailers. I like m&ms best for a movie, but I have tons of friends who like milk duds and popcorn mixed in their mouths.

    ReplyDelete
  7. Jennifer SpadaforaOctober 13, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    I'm a gummy bear gal all the way! Or just really overly buttered popcorn.
    They just opened a Five Guys in the next town over! Stoked!

    ReplyDelete
  8. AnonymousOctober 13, 2011 at 9:40 PM

    You look super cute in that outfit!
    Great deal!

    ReplyDelete
  9. MacOctober 13, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    Sounds like you were a great hostess! Safe travels to your family!

    ReplyDelete
  10. Meg O @watchmegorunOctober 13, 2011 at 10:06 PM

    oooh five guys...that was my post-race meal after my half two weeks ago. i may have inhaled it. that sweater is super cute...and so are the boots! my ultimate movie theater snack is an icee and a pretzel or m&ms

    ReplyDelete
  11. JuliaOctober 13, 2011 at 10:10 PM

    awwww! what a blast with the fam!!!! I LOVE FISHING! so fun!

    ReplyDelete
  12. XaarlinOctober 13, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    Hmm 5 guys. Never tried it. I must seek it out sometime :)

    ReplyDelete
  13. MegSmith @ Cooking.In.CollegeOctober 13, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    HAha ah yes! I feel the same way about licorice :-)

    That box, sadly, lasts until about the 2nd or 3rd preview though.

    ReplyDelete
  14. AnonymousOctober 13, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    We used to go fishing (as a family) when I was like 5 or 6 or 7 years old... I never liked the taste of fish though so I was quite happy when Dad sold the boat!

    ReplyDelete
  15. UnknownOctober 13, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    Greasy greasy popcorn! Oh and tortilla chips with that super nasty nacho sauce from a can. Yeah I even smuggled my own bag of tortilla chips and microwaved jar of cheese sauce into a movie. What can I say, I'm cheap!

    ReplyDelete
  16. JennÊ»s AdventureÊ»sOctober 13, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    All of a sudden I'm craving Five Guys and some sour patch kids!!!!!!! I'm blaming you:)

    Spending time with the ohana is awesome -- saying good bye is always hard -- sorry girlie:(

    ReplyDelete
  17. Suz and AllanOctober 13, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    Five Guys is so amazing! Reese's Pieces are my favorite but I rarely ever treat myself to candy at the movies.

    I'm sad your family is about to leave. I know you guys have really enjoyed spending time with them. It seems like it flew by though!

    ReplyDelete
  18. The Hungered OneOctober 13, 2011 at 11:21 PM

    the secret is setting your camera timer and placing it on a surface far away lol

    ReplyDelete
  19. JenWa098October 13, 2011 at 11:45 PM

    My mom buys some black licorice for my dad that is some Australian brand...it is SOOOO good and chewy and (hold on I am salivating on the keyboard) I can't buy it because I would probably overdose and eat the entire bag.

    Cute outfit!

    As for picture...I set the camera up, take a pic, and see about where it is hitting and then I stand in that spot. But I have my husband take a lot, too.

    ReplyDelete
  20. CourtneyOctober 13, 2011 at 11:50 PM

    Ah, we have a Five Guys here and I recently tried the roasted veggies with BBQ sauce ~ so good! I usually sneak it into the movie with me, since they're in the same plaza. ;)

    ReplyDelete
  21. MichelleOctober 13, 2011 at 11:54 PM

    That outfit is amazing on you! So cute! They are right with the Tripod. I got one of those bendy ones that is small and will travel easy. Havent used it yet but I have it LOL

    ReplyDelete
  22. LindseyOctober 14, 2011 at 12:17 AM

    Your little bro looks ALOT like you. I don't have a favorite theater snack - almost anything is good with me! I love Old Navy. I'll have to go there in a few weeks. Cute shirt, and I also love your shoes!

    ReplyDelete
  23. .October 14, 2011 at 6:34 AM

    Ahhh Five Guys!

    ReplyDelete
  24. kristenOctober 14, 2011 at 6:39 AM

    I have a long term hatred for licorice. I'll try it out again every so often just to make sure, but we're just not meant to be together like you and licorice clearly are. Popcorn and I, on the other hand, are a match made in heaven.

    I' no good at the self portraits either!

    ReplyDelete
  25. Running RicigOctober 14, 2011 at 7:59 AM

    I don't understand fishing at all! But hey, whatever floats your boat, right?

    My favorite candy is probably good n plentys. The best part is no one likes black licorice so you don't have to share!

    ReplyDelete
  26. Ali McOctober 14, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    looks awesome! I love your boots....I also love fish :D but I don't like fishing. it's too boring for me. I can't believe your fam has to leave already :(

    ReplyDelete
  27. CACOctober 14, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    great boots!! best movie theater snack.. milk duds and whoppers. or candy corn if i sneak it in.

    ReplyDelete
  28. MarleneOctober 14, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    Don't fish and don't see the appeal!

    Fave movie theatre treat is Licorice Nibs and M&Ms! BOTH, not just one. Luckily I don't go often. ;)

    Looks like a wonderful time with the fam jam! Hope they have a safe trip home!

    ReplyDelete
  29. ThisismeOctober 14, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    OH good n plenty! I'm an addict!! Looks like tons of fun with the fam! (:

    ReplyDelete
  30. KaraOctober 14, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    I LOVE 5 Guys. Like, a deep undying love. Also, I really like that blue sweater!

    ReplyDelete
  31. Boston Bound BrunetteOctober 14, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    Five Guys just made it's way into California but I am not a big fan. When you grow up with something as great as In and Out Burger...nothing else comes close. I did like the cajun fries at Five Guys but I guess I tend to compare every burger to In and Out!! Glad you had a good time with the family. It must ve hard living that far from your fanily :(

    ReplyDelete

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Race the Bar 5k Recap (AKA: A Personal Worst!)

Do you remember a few weeks back, when I was all braggy about running in Florida in February/March? Sunny mornings around a lake with a light breeze off the water have turned, cruelly, into humid stretches of time where I am humbly reminded of my own limitations. You guys, I see these gazelle-like creatures, men and women alike, who prance on my running route with compression socks, a soft glow of perspiration at their brow. It's beautiful. It's also a harsh reminder that I am not them. I am currently running in the thinnest, smallest items of clothing I can without offending anyone (shirt stays on, people). I dare not step outside without some awful visor or wide-brimmed hat. When I hop in the shower after a run, my face is a deep crimson that causes my husband to voice his concern for my general well-being. Have I mentioned this is what happens after my easy runs, with a few walk breaks thrown in? Yeah. It's humbling. Now, I'm not complaining. It's beautiful
63 comments
Read more

Brace Yourselves: Cuteness is Coming

One of the hardest things about moving, for me, was wondering how the cats would adjust each time. Although our cats are super travelers at this stage, I feel really guilty every time we have to pack them up and force them onto a plane. I remember my grandma telling me years ago that when she moved with a cat, they put butter on their paws. That way, the cats spent the first day in a new house licking their paws to get them clean, and that was enough time to lose the "smell" of the old house. I love that story, and I wish the same principle applied to longer moves. Anyway, that's a super long intro to say that for the fellow cat ladies out there, our three fur babies are insanely happy in this jungle gym of a home here in Florida. It's warm, there are plenty of sunny spots to curl up a take a nap, and they have lots of room to spread out. Despite the space, of course, they still usually want to take a nap on my head at night. Obviously. They also love climbing on ou
6 comments
Read more

Running Jewelry Giveaway from The Run Home!

Running has a tendency at times to make me feel just a little less feminine that I might like. The curves might disappear just a little (well...the top ones at least. Bottom ones are still out in full force) and I spend more time fiddling with my Garmin than I do putting on make-up. So I love when I can show my interest in running with a beautiful, feminine piece of jewelry. I recently received two necklaces from the great people at The Run Home.   They have an Etsy store full of inspirational necklaces, bracelets and more for athletes. I received this beautiful necklace in the mail from them: A cute running shoe, heart, and a hand-stamped 26.2 charm. In all honesty, I don't think I'll wear this until I have finished the marathon in November. Kind of like wearing a race shirt before you completed the race! But it will make the perfect reward and I can't wait to wear it with pride. The Run Home sent everything to me perfectly packaged--like it was a gift. I loved that:
187 comments
Read more