Day 181: O.P. Jenkins

Monday, I was on the hunt for some decorating and gift ideas. That brought me to O.P. Jenkins, a downtown Ktown furniture store. Brad suggested that I go and I told him, "I think you have created a monster. I love that place."
Above are a few of my favorite things and design ideas.

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Day 182: Sam

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAM!

Love You!

Disclaimer: the details of this birthday and the gifts invovled are not yet able to be disclosed.

Day 180: Knoxville Track Club

So, on Sunday, I did not run the Knoxville Marathon. I confess that my plans to run 26.2 in honor of my upcoming 30th birthday have fallen victim to the business of moving, career, house hunting, and (most of all) being engaged! I am certainly glad I have not tried to overcommit myself. But the spring-like weather we are getting and all the upcoming races and all the excitement of this weekend has reminded me - I am a runner. Running makes my life different. It motivates me, clears my head, and gets me out in the sunshine. So, I've pulled out my mag from the Knoxville Track Club and determined to get back in the game, not just raining, but getting in some good distances.
So, now I am off to find some Ktown running buddies!

Day 179: AYSO

This is my new favorite Saturday morning tradition.Watching my little brothers soccer team. Nothing like American Youth Soccer! Go AYSO.

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Day 178: Brad

Today’s post has got to be about my fiancé, on his birthday. I have been thinking about it for almost a month. Earlier this week, I started to type a list of reasons he is wonderful, one for every year he has been alive. But Brad is not the type for cheesy, gushing displays for appreciation. So, I am going to skip that and just say that I love him. I am so glad he was born. I hope he enjoys his birthday gift. I am so thankful that the Lord led me to such a wonderful man.

106 days.

Day 177: Foothills Mill & Company

I've heard so many great reviews. Last night, they were confirmed. I took Brad to Foothills Milling Company in Maryville to celebrate his birthday. It was very bit as wonderful as people say.
We started off the meal with a grouper taste from the kitchen, in a flavorful sauce I can't even describe. For an appetizer, we enjoyed a remarkable Cheese Fondue. I had a sweet glass of Riesling, while Brad enjoyed one of the specialty beers they have on tap. We cleansed our pallet with an apple sorbet. Then, the birthday guy had a short rib stuff meatloaf for dinner, along with potatoes and a macaroni and cheese tart. I loved their salmon, marinated, roasted, and served on a plank of cedar, with potatoes and asparagus. For dessert, we loved the buttermilk pie!
After dinner, we talked with one f the owners about a need for them to open up in Knoxville. Here's hoping!

You have got to check their complete menu. Outstanding->

Day 176: Lady Vols March Madness

The only other thing as good as the buzz of March Madness in Men's College Basketball when you are in a college sports town...

Lady's College Basketball March Madness when you live in Knoxville, TN.

I love this town.

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