Mini Vacay

Back in the beginning of the month Josh and I had a whole 4 days, that's right, FOUR DAYS,  off together, so we decided to take a mini vacation. Part of the reason we had all of those days off was because of a Dropkick Murphy's concert that I had bought tickets for back at Christmas. So, Monday morning afternoon we loaded up the car, dropped the girls off with my mom, and headed to the ATL. While we were down there, we decided to go visit The Wonderful World of Coca Cola (p.s. Josh HATED Beverly, and was a little upset with me for making him taste it. HAHAH...for those of you who have been there, you know exactly what I am talking about). Then we quick grabbed a bite to eat at the mid-town Vortex, so very, very yummy, and then we were off to the concert. We had a blast. Being that Josh comes from an Irish heritage, we loved the show. We missed the first opener, but the second opener was another Irish punk band from L.A. and then, it was time for some Dropkick, one of Josh's all time favorite bands. They played a great set, and it was fun to see everyone get really into the show (mosh pits, shoving, and jumping included).

The next day we decided to take in the Georgia Aquarium, which was quite impressive. Josh thought that our aquarium was a little bit bigger, but it was still an impressive place and VERY kid friendly with lots of touch and feel exhibits, and even most exhibits being quipped with an ipad, touchscreen type of thing to play little games or learn more information about the fish. We even got to see a dolphin show, granted it was totally directed towards the kiddos, it was really cool to see 5 dolphins swim around and do flips in sync. Right before we tried to find out way out of town, we drove over to see the Alpha Delta Pi headquarters, however, we just quick stopped for a picture out front of it, since Josh was with me, and I didn't make an appointment, I couldn't go in to see everything. One day though. Then, we circled Atlanta for what felt like hours until we finally found our way to the interstate.....just in time for rush hour. REALLY?!?! At this point I was getting quite hungry, and we all know that leads to crankiness, so Josh hopped on his phone and found an alternative route to the Joe's Crabshack that we were going to for dinner.

It was a great trip, even if it was just for one night, it was really good to get out of town and spend some time with each other. Hopefully we will be able to do it again soon. **fingers crossed**

Me in front of ADPi offices. I look funny because it was starting to rain.

 

Pictures from the Georgia Aquarium:

Jellies

 

 

Albino Gators

 

Octopus, from Alaska I think.

 

Lion fish?? Maybe.

 

Whale sharks, rays, and other fish

 

More Jellies

 

 

As soon as I figure out how to get figure out how to get pictures off of my phone, I'll add some from the Coca Cola museum and the concert.

 





March Goals

Alright my friends, I don't have a lot of goals for this month, but I feel like I'll have the luck o'the Irish on my side and that I can get everything (and maybe some extra) stuff done. Hopefully there won't be any mischievous leprechauns hanging around my house to create extra messes for me, but we will see. Here's what I have planned so far:

-Read..I really would like to make this a daily habit.
-Mini Vacay, including Dropkick Murphy Concert
-Print and Organize 2013 binder
-Finish and submit taxes
-Get roof estimates and figure out finances
-Print those dadgum pictures!
-Work on guest room
-Hopefully welcome our sweet baby niece to the family!!

It is a lot of repeat stuff, but I'm bound and determined to get this stuff done! I know I can.

February Recap

Let's see how February was for the O'Dell household....here's what I wanted to get done, in case you (kinda like myself...hint hint) forgot:

-Read at least 1 hour a day
-Finish 2013 family binder
-Print wedding/engagement pictures
-Keep up with menu plans
-Work on guest bedroom (finish wallpaper removal, price all pieces to start bringing it back together)
-Plan out debt payments (I want all credit card debt paid off in a year...so, that will require careful calculations)
-Host Super Bowl Party
-Chris and Kittie's baby shower in Nashville (it's almost time for sweet little girl to be here!!!!!)

Now let's look at that list again, but with what DID get done:

-Read at least 1 hour a day
-Finish 2013 family binder
This is sorta kinda done. I have all the pages ready, the just have to be printed. I might get the 2013 binder ready by the time 2014 gets here.
-Print wedding/engagement pictures
HA. Ok...I have some in a folder ready to print, and then Josh and I went last week and purchased a few more frames...so, I just have to get pictures picked out. There's just too many to choose from!!! How in the world am I supposed to pick?!?!
-Keep up with menu plans
-Work on guest bedroom (finish wallpaper removal, price all pieces to start bringing it back together)
I have a list of all that I need, or think I need for this room, however, I have not done anything to actually work in it or start budgeting and price shopping. Although I do have a max dollar amount in mind.
-Plan out debt payments (I want all credit card debt paid off in a year...so, that will require careful calculations)
-Host Super Bowl Party
-Chris and Kittie's baby shower in Nashville (it's almost time for sweet little girl to be here!!!!!)

And to add to the list, I got to enjoy a lovely brunch with Sarah and her family and other friends to welcome her new baby. I have a post written about it, just have to get pictures on it, then you can read all about it!

Ok. So February was super productive, but considering we only had 28 days.....a lot did get done. And, now it's already six days into March, so I better get busy, right?! Right. But what am I gonna do?? I'll let you know as soon as I know.