December 24th, 2011 (Day 358)

Merry Christmas Eve! Today was busy. I was up at 5am and then worked 6am-2:30pm. After getting off work, I went straight home and took a shower and got ready for our traditional Koerber-Kinsley Christmas Eve gathering out in Grosse Pointe.

I always love getting together and spending the holidays with the family!


We opened presents


We were silly with the little cousins


Me and my godfather!

It was a really nice Christmas Eve. :)

December 23rd, 2011 (Day 357)

Lauren and I went out to lunch and did some last minute shopping (story of my life lately?). Then, later on, I did more last minute shopping with my dad! The high-light of my day was finding the wallet I had been coveting after online. It was sold out online and I found it in stores and on SALE! So, of course I had to buy it.



Here it is compared to my old one. They're the same brand. I've had the old one for over a year and have used it for a year straight. I really like it, but the lighter color fabrics have gotten dirty/worn. I thought this darker one might hold up a little better (the new one is on the right in these pics).

December 22nd, 2011 (Day 356)

Today was very nice! I slept in and took my time getting going before heading over to my mom's. We did a little last minute Christmas shopping. I got stuff for my dad's stocking and a few last minute presents/additions. We went to the Dollar Store, Target and Bath & Body Works. I got some good deals! We went back to my mom's house and wrapped some presents, and then I decided to be nice and go into work for a couple hours to help Lauren who was working alone and really busy.


Cutest babies at work! Chiffon got jealous that I was cuddling Rusty like a baby and wanted to get in on the loving. I felt like such an animal whisperer, so I had Lauren take our picture. Haha.

After work, Lauren and I worked on a special Christmas present. Annie came over and we decided to finally give in to our curiosity and go see the newest Twilight movie. Ohhhh lordy. So corny and cheesy! But I'm glad I saw it at the same time. As Annie says, we see these things for pop culture reasons, of course! :P

December 21st, 2011 (Day 355)

Another 2-7 shift today. We were CRAZY busy as it's leading up to the holidays. Holy crap, I thought I was going to have an anxiety attack. Lots of deep breathing! But I made it through my busy solo shift.


Annie stopped over after work and of course we painted our nails. Because that is what we do. The main color is one of the Essie colors Annie got me for Christmas with some cheap NYC sparkly stuff on top. I'm pretty happy with the way they turned out!


Then we loafed around, watched tv, and cuddled cute baby dogs!

December 20th, 2011 (Day 354)

Today I worked 2-7 and then we have a friend night! Annie decided to have everyone over her house for a little gathering. We talked, ate, drank, smoked, ate, hung out and then decided to head to a local bar for more drinking and hanging out. Everyone is home for the holidays.


Basically the only picture I took of the night. Everyone was feeling camera shy, apparently!

It was great catching up with friends! I also got my Christmas present from Annie...homemade soap, homemade cookies (NOM!) and 4 mini Essie bottles. Love it!

December 19th, 2011 (Day 353)

Today I had to go back to the ortho doc to have another x-ray done on my foot to make sure it is properly healing. It is! Yay. On my way out, I noticed this funny cartoon sign which made me laugh. (My doctor specializes in sports medicine/injuries as well, so it's appropriate!)

After the doctor, I enjoyed my day off. Annmarie and Fiona stopped over to visit. We also visited with Nancy. Later on Lauren and I ran to Meijer's for some things. Not a bad Monday! I definitely enjoyed being off (usually I'd be interning all day), so the break is nice!

December 18th, 2011 (Day 352)

I worked another full day at Safehaus today. One of the girls taught me how to make friendship bracelets. I love the campy vibe the house can have sometimes! Totally up my alley with doing arts and crafts! I think she felt special being able to teach ME how to do something too! It was a fun day.



When I got off work I went straightto Annie's. She bribed me with freshly baked cookies and it definitely worked! Look how warm and gooey!