everybody's lookin' forward to the weekend...

And not because I have a ton of fun plans (in fact, I was headed to San Diego to spend some quality time with my parental units but that is now somewhat dependent upon how major our plumbing issue turns out to be...when water starts dripping from a downstairs bedroom ceiling while someone is in the shower upstairs, its probably not a good sign...) but simply because there is something glorious about a weekend. I love the freedom of staying in pajamas on the couch all day lounging while watching movies, reading books, painting nails, etc.. Sometimes a weekend of absolutely nothing sounds like perfection!

I didn't post a high 5 for friday last week, so you're getting 2 weeks of highlights RIGHT HERE, RIGHT NOW.

My attempt to watch all Oscar nominated films is nearing an end. I have 2 movies left on the list - Dallas Buyers Club and Nebraska. The Oscars are on Sunday, March 02 - so I have approximately 9 more days to knock this out. In the last two weeks I managed to catch Wolf of Wall Street (I cannot recommend this in good conscience) 12 Years a Slave (absolutely phenomenal and I think my vote for Best Picture) and Blue Jasmine (which is not nominated for Best Picture, but Cate Blanchett is nominated for Best Actress and by golly they got that nomination right - she was stupendous and her ability to transfer between stable and completely mental was believable and engaging. LOVED IT). I really do love movies and can't wait for another Red Carpet weekend!

Megan came to town last week and we got to spend a smidge of time together...we had coffee, tried on bridesmaid dresses (we don't have to talk about it), went to the movies and celebrated Kenzie's birthday with breakfast at Kimmie's Coffee Cup. I had Friday off work, so it was a luxurious morning of chatter and good food with a side of fun gifts for Kenz. It was perfection. I LOVE BIRTHDAY BRUNCH!

Valentines Day was a full day of fun and friendship. After Kenzie's birthday brunch, I went to froyo with Shalina - I never get to see her so it is always a delight. Then I ushered at The Producers with Ally who gave me the most darling heart garland and gold dinosaur magnet EVER and finished the night off at Endless Love with my best. Carrie surprised and spoiled me with a darling gift including some of my favorite things. I cherish that so many of my friends made it a special day even though I'm single. So very nice of them!

I BOOKED A TRIP TO HAWAII

And finally, I got my haircut and then posted a picture of my new do on both Instagram and Facebook. NEVER IN MY LIFE has a picture seen so many likes or comments - apparently THIS is the hair for me! I totaled it up to appease my own curiosity and this gem has a total of 147 likes and 38 comments. THANK YOU INTERNET for the boost to my self esteem!