Taco, sideboard and shopping..

Wednesday started off normal, just running some errands. We went to Hob Lob to look around at a few things, went to the Dollar Tree, went got some coffee..etc. See how I am trying to drive home the point that it was a relaxing day? Anyways..as most of you know, Cam's old vehicle, "The Exploder" which was a certifiable POS, was not reliable to say the least, so he/we had avoided driving it, and he knew he didn't want to pay to fix the issues, because they were going to cost more than the paid of hunk of sheet metal was worth. Moving on...so we decide to go "just look" at trucks. We knew we wanted a Toyota (had peeked at a few Honda Ridgelines..but we weren't in love) and we knew it had to be 4-door (planning ahead folks :) anyway..we were driving around, and weren't really finding much, when we drove past Topeka Nissan and Cam said "turn around, theres a Toyota back there I want to look at." Fast forward a couple hours later..and here we are at home, with Cam's new purchase. We both decided you know you're getting old when you are less excited about a new car, and more bummed about having a car payment again. But o-well, its very worth it, and came in handy the following day when I had to go pick something up..will talk about that shortly. "The Taco" as Cam calls his truck (short for Tacoma for you slow folks) will definitley come in handy!

So, I decided I would try the buying end of Craigslist, instead of always selling. I had been looking at sideboards to put up against this window to have more "sit stuff on" space, but didn't want to spend much $...enter Craigslist. I found this ADORABLE sideboard in KC...literally right next to Zona Rosa (suprisingly enough, I excersised self-control and didn't go shopping there) We are going to paint it black, and sand it down just like they did the white, so it looks distressed! I'll show those pics when we get it done! (Hopefully soon!)

After I picked up the sideboard, I stopped by Cabelas to get Cam's stocking stuffers. Today was the perfect day to do this, because it was military/law enforcement appreciation day, so I got the employee discount ( saved $23 after they took the discount off..woop woop!) so now I have 2 more items to get him..and he is DONE!

I'm heading to bed, I rode with Cam last night until late, and woke up early, so I'm beat!

I actually like the touch screen

I took my ping-pong table profit ($175....the lady that bought it doesn't need to know I paid $25 for it at a garage sale myself ;) and bought myself a new cell phone! It was time for my new-in-2, so I headed to Best Buy (they always have better deals than Verizon) and got myself the white Samsung Fascinate, AND had $ left over :) Needless to say, I was addicted to it at work tonight! Thank goodness it can plug right into the usb drive to charge, or I would have been in trouble! My gf Kela has this phone, and I liked hers when I messed with it at DD a few weeks ago, and she has no complaints, so I thought I'd go for it. I also liked the Droids, but they are so bulky/heavy, I liked this much more! It makes my Blackberry look/feel like a brick!

A few things I've been working on....and a suprise from Mr.Wonderful

I've been noticing I have started a few projects, and failed to finish them..so I made a point this week to tie up some loose ends, so that I could start more projects/work on my scrapbook!

Project 1: Holiday camera strap. I made it not too frilly so that Cam wouldn't feel like a frufru when he has the camera. I can't remember what site I orig. saw these on, but I never really had a pattern, just kinda winged it myself..thought they have all turned out pretty cute considering!



A treat jar for Frannie! This is just an empty container that our protein shakes come in, and I saved one thinking I would put it to good use. Then I just used scrapbook paper, ribbon and my Cricut and made it cute! Frannie has already learned where her treats are now :) I also had a smaller container just like this one (that the fiber add-in comes in) that I saved as well, and used scrapbook paper/ribbon and made a cute pen holder for the spare room. (sorry..no pic)



Remeber these over at Everything I Love and More? Well, I clearly missed the boat for the Halloween ones, but I'm read for Christmas! Ashley and I were talking this morning over coffee on what the other holiday jars could say, like for Valentines day, they could be "I heart U" (using an actual heart, not the word) or "C heart J" Have any suggestions for St.Pattys Day or Easter? These could get really fun, and all it is going to take to change them is new ribbon, different scrapbook letters and different colored candy!

I stopped home for a quick bite for dinner, and I found this Orchid on the table from Cam. How pretty and different is that?!? I love how random he is, and how good he always makes me feel!

Tomorrow is my Friday..woop woop! Have a dentist apt, which I am excited for! Nothing is better than a dentist cleaning. I always say if I won the lotto, I would hire Janelle my hygentist to clean my teeth every morning/night!

Craigslist makes me happy

Hi friends! Nothing really new. Went and picked up a new book from the library today (LOVE that place) I feel bad for people who can't/don't read...it makes me so happy. Maybe thats just the daydreamer in me? Anyways, the book is called The Memory Keeper's Daughter. I saw it on an end-cap at Target, and it sounded good, so I requested it from TSCPL. I didn't know until I looked for this picture that there is a movie out about it too..maybe I'll have to watch it when I'm done? Even though books are SOOO much better than the movie..always.no exceptions.

Also, I have mentioned before I am mildly obsessed with selling stuff on craigslist. I have recently posted several things, but today a lady bought the ping pong table for $175! (Hello new cell phone for me :) she comes tomorrow with some muscle to pick it up! Yahoo for more space in the black hole that is our basement!

Alright..off to work, hope you all have a good Friday/weekend! Today is only my Tuesday.

I love KC

Hi guys! I'm just avoiding P90x winding down from my KC trip. Laura and I had a really good time!

Last night we went to the sushi train, and then to yogurtini..I'm currently drooling just thinking about it! Then we went home and got in our jammies, and watched Toy Story 3, its really cute if you haven't seen it!

This morning I slept in while Laura went and took care of some business. When she got home we went and grabbed some coffee at this cute little place called The Coffee Girls, and the went shopping at my favorite place..Zona Rosa! We spent quite a while in Charming Charlie, and I got a lot of cute things, but I can't say what they are because there are a couple sets of eyes that read this that can't find out until Christmas :) We made another cool stop, and again, I can't say what it is, because it would give it away for someones Christmas :)

Then it was off to my much anticipated, first actual laser hair removal session! It was pud! I guess it depends on your pain tolerance, but when you're used to getting your pits/hoo-ha waxed, laser is cake! I go back for my next session the week after Christmas! They say you should notice by session 3, so lets keep our fingers crossed!

After the apt, I dropped Laura off, and headed for home. On the way home, I stopped and picked up a Great Wolfe Lodge giftcard for Cam's sister's family of 8 for Christmas! We decided it was much easier/cheaper than trying to buy each of the 6 kids something. We figured they could all get use out of this. Jamie and Gabe went in on it with us, so we were able to give them a good amount!

I had such a good time in KC, I always love going up there and spending time with Laura!

I was glad to see Cam when I got home though! He is so amazing! I love the way he is so interested in what I bought, and how the trip went, and what all we did. I don't tell him enough how awesome he really is!

Well, enough dragging my feet, off to do P90x.

Tomorrow morning I'm meeting Lindsey for our coffee date. We kinda started a little ritual, I go get the coffees, and she makes us a little yummy breakfast!

Hope you all have a good Thursday!

I love you Panera Bread

Hi friends! I'm sitting in Panera in Missouri enjoying my cup-o-coffee, getting ready to go to Laura's for a slumber party!

I came up to KC today for my consultation for my laser hair removal! I have my first session tomorrow afternoon (hense the slumber party at Laura's so I don't have to go all the way back to Topeka, just to come back tomorrow) it doesn't sound too bad, and my "test spot" they did didn't hurt at all..so I'm excited! The gal said if I can stand the pain of waxing my armpits, this will be a piece of cake!

Tonight Laura and I are going to dinner at...you guessed it..the sushi train! I think she has resigned to the fact that suggesting any other place for dinner while I'm here is out of the question :) and thats one of the million reasons I love her! Tomorrow I think we'll go walk to get some coffee, then go shopping at Charming Charlie (yes, I realize I JUST went there...but I love it!) And Amber, if you are reading this..we are most certainly NOT going there to pick up any of your Christmas gifts ;)

So, I have not blogged since the 23rd..woops! Time has gotten away from me, but here is a re-cap:

I went to see my friend Caitlin's sweet baby boy, Rylen Dean...hes so tiny! It was fun hanging out with her and Mickie and gossiping ;)

I worked a couple of overnights (off duty) and then got up a short few hours later to go work my normal shift during the day, so needless to say, I haven't even been around a computer to blog! Well, actually, I have, but I wasn't smart enough to hack into a certain company's wi-fi ;)

The Toyne's had their 2nd Annual costume party, which was a lot of fun! I went as an old lady with a baby on her back, and Cam went as a peeping Tom. (sorry for the lack of photos, I failed to bring my external harddrive with me :(

Saturday I made a couple of Halloween shirts for my sweet friend Lindsey's son! I love love love my cricut! If you haven't tried cutting fabric yet with yours...do it! But make sure you use a brand new mat, and some painters tape..or there will be a lot of cussing involved....even for you Mrs. Toyne :) The Saturday night I was a loser, and got a burst of energy to clean out the basement, and I went to TOWN! I got so many totes emptied, stuff thrown away, and gave a bunch of stuff away also! Don't you worry, I found several things to post on CRAIGSLIST!! WOOP-WOOP! (my favorite thing to do!) including my very nice ping pong table, ALL of my Boyd's Bears, and Cam's TOO BIG Columbia coat! I have already had several bites, so hopefully we'll be making some transactions soon!

Sunday, was my first day "back to the wild" (if I don't know you, you have probably figured out that I don't give many details on my career....lets keep it that way ;) anyways..it was sure nice to be back!

Monday Cam and I started P90X.....we took before pics and all, I'm pretty excited about it! So, its a different video daily, 6 days a week. It would be an understatment to say there is room for improvement for me :) o-well, as Runners World says "you're still a winner..you've beat all those people sitting on the couch"

Well, I'm outta here, my coffee is almost done, and I'm excited to get to Laura's! (If you're wondering why she isn't with me...she has more pressing things going on...like a job interview!! Fingers crossed and prayers going up baby!

I'm sure I'll be back tomorrow night to let you all know how the laser felt for a full session!

Because I'm excited...thats why

If you know me even a tiny bit, you know I LOVE lists, countdowns, planners, etc! Helps me feel more organized.. here are my current countdowns!

53 days until my sister Amber comes back for Christmas!!

50 days until Jingle Bell 5k

35 days until Miracle on Kansas Ave 5k

15 days until Thanksgiving at Dad's (Bren (step-mom) had the idea to do it early this year so that we (all 5 kids) didn't have to stress about adding 1 more stop to our already busy Thanksgiving Day schedules..not to mention, less pressure on the 'ol waist-band :)

10 days until my first laser hair removal appointment

9 days until we start P90x *insert groaning here*

6 days until Toyne's costume party! I LOVE dressing up in costumes, and seeing how creative everyone gets!

4 days left of my current work assignment, and then I get released back into the wild. YES!!!

10 HOURS until my highly anticipated (by me) coffee/muffin date with Mr. Wonderful!