May, is that you?! I can hardly believe that we’re moving into another new month. The rapid rate at which time seems to be moving continues to blow my mind. And I would be lying if I said it didn’t scare me a little bit. I had high expectations moving into 2015 and the turning of another calendar page means I need to kick it into high gear.
This week started off on an extremely productive note – dare I say that Monday is my new favorite day of the week? Wednesday on the other hand…well, she knows what she did. How was your week?
Get your weekly dose of goodness below:
- Alright, let’s just get this out of the way. I’m holding up my end of the bargain here and letting you all see my first ever TV interview. I had the opportunity to talk about my recent job situation and how I’m preparing for the future with a local news station here in Kansas City. You can watch it here – start at 0:42! Side note: I talked about eliminating the word “just” from my vocabulary last week, but I need to do the same for the words “kind of.” I didn’t kind of do anything, I did it 😉 Chalk it up to nerves.
- How delicious does this Mango Blackberry Sangria Recipe sound? Answer: mouthwatering
- My version of a Mother’s Day Gift Guide – find someone else who does it great and let them take the lead! Time is ticking for those last minute orders.
- Grace’s feature on Career Contessa is a great reminder to “work hard in silence and let your success be your noise”
- Need these shorts (in orange!) for running…not to mention they would be great for bumming around at the lake this summer. Helloooo, Table Rock.
- The shorts would also pair well with my new tennis shoes that air light as air and oh so comfortable. Heaven on my feet!
- Bloggers: Lindsay is keeping me in check and it seems I have some work to do when it comes to these SEO tips. What about you?
- If you’re looking to up your floral arranging skills, I’ve got tips from the expert herself
- Cara shared her thoughts after her first year of blogging and I couldn’t agree more with her when she says, authenticity is never wrong
- Elevate your closet and beauty cabinet this spring with these picks
- If you’re getting married in the near future, be sure to read up on how to find your perfect wedding hairstyle!
I’m looking forward to a low key weekend compared to the ones I’ve been having as of late. I’ll be venturing out for First Friday this evening and I’m taking my first Pilates class tomorrow with Shanley, but other than that, I’m free as a bird!
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Mango Blackberry Sangria sounds like the perfect May Day drink. Cheers!
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Happy weekend, ladies!
What a great news story! I can totally relate to the “kind of” fill-in words lol. I also throw in “sort of” and “super” haha. You did great! Have a great weekend!
xo Emily
http://www.fashioncolumntwins.com
I’m glad I’m not the only one! haha you gals always do such a great job on our segments and videos. Maybe you can give me some pointers next time around 😉 Enjoy the weekend!
Love these links! The sangria looks delicious.
Shae @ http://www.currenthabits.com
I thought it might look appealing to most 😉 Making a batch for the weekend sounds like a grand idea!
Great roundup, per usual lady! Heading to checkout Grace’s article now!
Thanks so much Ashley! Cheers to the weekend 🙂
Just read Grace’s interview…love it! And how fun is that sangria…happy hour I’m coming for you!!
Definitely motivating! Hope you enjoyed that happy hour last night 😉
Thanks for the SEO post, I 100% need to work on SEO this weekend so that definitely gave me a little push!
xx,
Susie
http://www.SequinsandStrawberries.com
Of course! I’m about to start on mine now 😉
Such a cute post thanks for sharing 🙂
xo
Anastasia
http://natbeesfashion.blogspot.co.uk
Thanks so much, Anastasia 🙂
IM SO GLAD I FOUND YOUR BLOG JESS ! EVERYTHING IS ON POINT ALSO YOUR BLOG NAME IS TOO CUTE ! (YAY LATE 20’S GIRLS)
M♥
Simply Sutter
Yay! Thank you – this makes me so happy to hear! Don’t be a stranger 😉
TGIF!! And Hello May!!! Oh my, time if flying!! Great round up — I loved Grace’s profile!! 🙂
It is! Hope you’re enjoying your Saturday girlfriend 🙂
thanks for including me, jess! xx
Of course! I hope your weekend is off to a great start 🙂
I think you did a wonderful job on your interview! I love the guy at the beginning at the ATM. Corny! Have a wonderful weekend, friend!
Thank you! Haha, I thought that part was too funny 😉 I hope you’re enjoying those margs this weekend!
Congrats on your first TV appearance!!! You did great and we all have our “words”. Mine is “ummmmm” – terrible!
Why thank you! haha the funny thing is I was so focused on not saying “umm” that I ended up saying “kind of!” oops. Also, I’m coming up to Chicago in July for the Simply Stylist Conference and I’m staying a few days with Sarah. What are the chances you will be going?! 🙂 If not, maybe we can meet up for some fun while I’m there? I hope you’re getting all settled into your new digs!
Wow, this looks so yummy and refreshing! Have a great sunday!
x Fiona THEDASHINGRIDER.com
Congrats on being on TV! Love your picks and I’m all about that sangria recipe. Yum!
~Samantha
http://goldcoastgirlblog.com
Thanks lady! There is a first time for everything haha I hope your week is off to a great start!
I know what you mean about “kind of”! Viewing yourself on tape is so painful but necessary!! I am practicing as much as I can to get better at public speaking! I found “Own the Room” (and their book) to be extremely helpful!
meg of An Affair of Character
It’s a terrible habit! Oo, thank you for this! Googling now 🙂
love all of these links & thanks for sharing the article from lindsay about optimizing your images for seo – so helpful! xx
I’ve been trying to play catch up from nearly two years of posts #whatwasithinking? I’m glad you found it helpful!