Easter Weekend!
Tour de Tampa! xx CC
Hoppy Easter Sunday to all who celebrate! Selfishly Easter to me is just a wonderful excuse to head to Florida to spend some much needed time with my family! We hit the ground running on Thursday. Whenever I am in Tampa I feel as though I am always running nonstop. I haven’t been back since December, but as you all know I have seen my family a lot (lol!) Everytime I am back after a Chicago winter I can’t help but say the same thing I can’t believe people get this weather everyday. The sun is always shining and my mood is instantly better. I know it will be summer soon in Chicago so I am holding on.
I digress… as we say goodbye to Q1 and really March I am reflecting (per usual) about the first quarter of the year. Though busy (& cold) very much rewarding. I am a sucker for anything that marks a new passage of time whether that be a quarter, a new month, year, season etc. It is a comforting reminder that you can always choose to begin again. Just that simple— make the choice. I have been thinking a lot about living in the uncomfortable, the unknown, living outside my routine. As a certified Type A eldest daughter (iykyk) my routine and ease means everything to me. The older I get the more I am embracing living outside the routine, taking the leap and doing something that terrifies me. We are meant to do hard things!!! I truly love the quote “Don’t make the right choice, make the choice right.” Make the commitment to yourself, keep the promise and work hard at what you want— even if it scares you. Even if it isn’t always easy, because nothing worth having comes easy. So, start of Q2, spring, the month of April whatever you want this new beginning to be. My commitment to myself is to keep at it, and keep the promises I have made to myself. Live in the uncomfortable and learn to thrive.
Now let’s get into the long weekend in Tampa! xx CC.
Thursday Happy Hour
A Thursday Night Happy Hour at Meat Market in Hyde Park which is ser one of the best happy hours I have ever seen. Available only on the patio 4-7PM— which is no problem for this Chicago girl. Like we need a reason to celebrate lbr but this was special as it is my dearest Sam’s birthday this week. We stopped into Palihouse Hotel around the corner for a nightcap and it was so lovely!
We opted for Lychee Martini’s (DUH!) and basically ordered the entire happy hour menu and it did not disappoint. Sushi Nachos, Salmon Roll, Sliders, and Shrimp cocktail would be my recs!
Friday Tour de Tampa
Tampa errands usually include— a CAMP Tampa workout, Storm (ofc!), Hair appointment, the mall and laying out.
Saturday Afternoon High Tea Party
As I mentioned my dearest Samo’s birthday is this weekend. We celebrated Saturday with a high tea service fit for a queen! She put together such a lovely spread. We had finger sandwiches, scones, lots of champagne and tea. To know Sam is to cherish her. She is such a steady force in this world. She is inspiring in the way she is so steadfast in herself. She always has a listening ear available and a quick wit about her. She is a sounding board for basically everything in my life. May we raise a glass to lasting friendship and the woman Samantha is! I love you!
Easter Sunday
A relaxed Easter Sunday spent lounging by the pool, grilling out burgers and admiring my mothers wonderful decorations. She has become quite the holiday decorator— I am proud. As for the Easter Bunny he has obviously gone organic in the household— unreal treats only, but I will eat color dye for Peeps (LOL!). A wonderful trip home spent slowing down and basking in the sun with my favorite peeps. Till next time Tampa!
Fit Check
Eyeing & Buying
FORM Bra / Striped Tee / Perelel Hydration Powder / Asics / Capri Leggings / AGOLDE Shorts / AIRE Glasses / INNBeauty Elastic Skin — if there is one thing I influence you on let it be this. I have been getting so many compliments on my skin and this is the reason I believe. I have been using it every night for probably 2 months and truly see a difference.
Happy Easter! Thanks for reading and don’t forget to share with a friend! xx CC.
Happy Easter! Happy Spring! Sorry I missed you this weekend. Glad you got some time with family in the Tampa sun, though ☀️
Getting that serum immediately