gps troubles, a wedding, and my debut as a model

Good morning! I had the best intentions of writing a post last night, but when I got home from the wedding, I was just too tired. I fell asleep the second my head hit the pillow. So, let's go back to tomorrow before the wedding, shall we?

Before we left, I thought it was best to eat a ginormous meal. Piece of advice: This is the best strategy if you have food intolerances and you will be relying on someone else for your meal. Always to go an event full. If there is something there for you to eat, great. If not, you're going to be starving.

chopped salad inspired by Kelsey

paired with rice crackers and hummus

When I looked at the clock after that, it was already 2:30 - and I still hadn't showered. We were leaving at 3:30. It was definitely a time crunch, but I did it!

hello cute dress I have only worn once before!

The wedding was in the city, so FH and I were on our way! This was the most ridiculous drive ever. We didn't know where the reception hall was, so we brought Mommasita's GPS. However, every single time I typed in the address the GPS thought we were on side streets and not on the highway (we were on the highway). It kept recalculating every 5 seconds and we couldn't get the directions! FH then had a great idea - use the GPS on his phone! A fabulous idea until his phone died. GREEEAT! We eventually found it (after almost hitting someone) BUT GPS's were not our friends yesterday.

Hello Chicago - I never seem to visit you even though you are so close. :(

At my cousin's wedding, there were a number of things that happened - which are very typical of a wedding.

There was dancing.....

There was drinking (by my tablemates).....

There was family....

my cousin and FH (no, we are not related, I know it looks like we are haha!)

FH looks a little angry in this picture...

And there was a photo shoot of FH and myself...

Yes, we are holding hands. No, it's not because of our undying love for each other. He was trying to tickle me.

I have no idea what I am laughing at - something was funny apparently.

When I got home (at 11 - I am a big party girl) I wasn't really that hungry, but I knew I needed to eat something if I didn't want to wake up in the middle of the night hungry. At the reception the only thing I could eat there were baby red potatoes - and yes, I had an entire serving bowl of them. I also brought along a LaraBar just in case - and yes, I ate that too. To fend off my nighttime hunger, I made some steamed veggies and ate a lot of unpictured cashews.

broc and brussel sprouts

After my snack, I was out! I woke up this morning around 7, and got right to work on a fantabulous breakfast. A repeat, but delicious nonetheless.

Whipped banana oats topped with flax, cinnamon, bloobs, and peanut butter

spoon pic is a little better than yesterday's

Time for some Sunday festivities! I'm off to church with the family! After that, I am going by the house to finalize paint colors (they're painting tomorrow), and then possibly going to the beach!

Question: What do you usually do on Sundays? Do you go to church, hang out with family, or just have a lazy day?

there's nothing better...

than waking up to a nice piping hot bowl of oats. I tried Kath's Whipped Banana Oats isntead of my usual microwaved version. Why is it that oatmeal gets better and better every single time I eat it? It was delicious! If you haven't tried Kath's version, try it today!

topped with blueberries and a pb spoon

a "C" for Chelsey!

all mixed up

Now that I have eaten lots, it's time for me to face morning traffic in Chicago to go visit one of my favorites! We've got a running/beach date all day today. Hopefully the rain holds out!

Question: What is one food that gets better each time you eat it?

chicago weather ruins my life.

I had big plans this morning... epic plans really. Okay, I'm lying. All I wanted to do, though, was run outside. You'll see why I can't in a minute.

I did overnight oats this morning! Yum - I love having my food waiting for me in the morning.

In the bowl: 1/3 cup oats, 1/2 cup almond milk, 1/2 smashed naner, 1 tbsp flax. topped with: a blueberry circle 'o fun, 1 tbsp peanut butter, and tons of cinnamon.

These were the blueberries I got at the farmer's market on Saturday. They are awesome!

So, I apologize for the screen in the way, but this is why I cannot run outside. We have been having these crazy storms in the Chicagoland area recently. The clouds have been ridiculous.

everyone do me a favor and start praying right now it doesn't look like this on July 30. Outdoor weddings make me nervous!

I guess I'll suck it up and go do the eliptical or something at the gym. I lifted on Saturday and my arms still really hurt! Before I go though, I'm going to the chiropractor. I am a firm believer in chiropractic care/natural medicine. One of the many reasons why my sister tells me I'm going to be a "hippie mom" when I have children. But, when you hear what my doctor has to say on the back of his business cards, I think you'll agree that it just "makes sense":

"Why I am Doctor of Chiropractic"

Because I honor the inborn poterntial of everyone to be truly healthy. Because I desire to help the newborn, the aged, and those without hope. Because I choose to care for the patient with the disease, not the disease. Because I wish to assist rather than intrude, to free rather than control. Because I seek to correct the cause, not it's effect. Because I know doctors do not heal, only the body can heal iself. Because I have been called to serve others. Because I want to make a difference. Because everyday I get to witness miracles.

Because I know it is right.

- Dr. Scott Stratton

Makes sense, no? Anyways, today I am going for a trial for my wedding day hair! I'm really excited! I'm not taking any pictures though - well, nothing that will be shown to anyone but me. I want FH to be surprised!