Fashion Friday: Pink and Black Valentine's Day

I know, it's not Friday. So what the heck am I doing posting a Fashion FRIDAY post? So glad you asked! I decided that since Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and by just around the corner I mean it's a week away! That's SEVEN DAYS people! I'm not panicking... I know exactly what I'm going to wear.... and I totally have a present ready and wrapped to give to Ryan. Ok, you all might want to step away from the computer as God may strike me down with lightening at any moment. I'm TOTALLY freaking out over here! I think I know what I'm going to wear. I have NO idea what we're actually going to do and as far as a present... haha, ya, I'm up a creek with that one. Anyone else having this issue? Well if your issue is on what to wear I might be able to help you out (yes, I know it's ironic that I don't know what I'm going to wear but i am telling you what you should wear. It's hilarious). Now that we've all laughed at the irony of the situation, check out the outfit I made.

I like the femininity of the pink top and that it can be paired with pants or a skirt. I decided to do a top that would work with pants and skirts because, while I LOVE heels and skirts, most of the people (especially the old people hehe) in my family don't like heels. They're cave people, really. Anywho, the jewelry dresses the outfit up for a nice dinner with the hubby (or in my case my eternal boyfriend). My mother has a thing about her arms not being covered so I threw in a little sweater, or "cropped cardigan" is apparently the technical term. It's pretty warm here in Dallas but would still be nice to cover up those arms when it starts getting chilly after the sun goes down. Enjoy snuggling up with your Valentine, share some yummy dessert, and remember why you fell in love (and then right it down so you can reread it later on when he does something stupid. We all know it's going to happen. just call me Miss Brightside.).

Well that's the first Southern Soapbox Valentine's Day outfit I have! Stay tuned for tomorrow's little outfit I created (link here). If you have any questions/comments/concerns/requests etc leave a comment! Would love to know what you think and I'm always looking for someone to make outfits for!

Catch up!

Sorry I was MIA this past week. I know today is supposed to be "5 Things" day but other than my aunt's birthday party, this weekend was pretty boring. So instead I'll tell you what's been up, but first... I had said that I would tell y'all about my 2 Valentine's days!

Valentine's Day #1:

On Monday, the day before Valentine's Day, I decided to surprise Ryan with one of his favorite meals. I went over to his apartment and made roast, mashed potatoes, green beans and rolls YUM! He was surprised and happy :D. THEENN we went to see The Vow, which by the way, is a cute movie! That was our Valentine's Day.

Valentine's Day #2:

Last year we started a tradition. Ryan, Juan and I took the dogs up to the park and ate Chicken Express in the parking lot, then went for a walk with the dogs. That was our Valentine's Day. So, this year we continued the tradition. We didn't go to the park, and we added an extra guest but it was fun. Ryan, Juan, Brett and I all ate Chicken Express at Ryan's apartment and then watched Underworld Awakening (not nearly as good as the first three movies, but whatever). I had three Valentines and we all had fun.

Now, onto what kept me away last week. One word. Cleaning. I made up a cleaning schedule and was so busy last week starting it that I didn't get time to come on here.

If you're curious as to what my cleaning schedule is... you're in luck! I'm going to tell you!

Monday
Vacuum main rooms (not bedrooms)
Laundry day (I hate laundry)
Tidy house (never leave a room empty handed)

Tuesday
Clean bathrooms (toilets, mirrors, bathtub/shower, wash rugs/shower curtain, floors etc)

Wednesday
Wipe down all surfaces (counters, microwave, stove, fridge, tables, end tables, banister, doors, ceiling fans etc)
Vacuum/Sweep/Mop all floors (including bedrooms)
Clean liter box
Take out trash (our garbage man comes Thursday)

Thursday
Laundry catch up day/clean Laundry room
Clean out/organize something (a drawer, a closet, car etc)

Friday
Vacuum main rooms (not bedrooms)
Tidy house (never leave a room empty handed)
Pick up outside (backyard, trash etc)

I also do dishes ever day, of course. Every morning I unload the dishwasher and every night I load and run it. I also wipe down the stove top every night after supper to make sure there isn't any food stuck on it.

Doing a little bit every day helps keeping my house tidy. That way if someone decides to come over, I don't have to rush and clean up, it's already done! I'm not going to lie, the first week is time consuming, especially dusting day but once you start doing it it gets easier and doesn't take as much time.

Well that's my Southern Soapbox. Let me know what you think about my cleaning schedule, and if you have one of your own or have suggestions, let me know!