Cinco De Mayo

Holla Amigos! 

How was every one's Cinco De Mayo?!

I know I haven't been blogging for a while because I've been a busy college student (YUCK!) However, I had such a wonderful Sunday and Cinco De Mayo that I just HAD to tell all about it :)

So, as many of you know, I go to The University of Kansas and my parents just recently moved to Kansas City. For all of you non-Kansans, that's about a 25 minute drive home. With my brother, sister, and brother-in-law living in Kansas City as well, my parents decided to throw a Fiesta! 

{ of course I had to dress accordingly }

My parents had a Tostadas Bar that was nothing short of delicious! My sister made a Sopapilla Cheesecake that was OUTSTANDING! I can get the recipe from my sister if any of you want to try it! 

         

{I forgot to take my own pic. so this is one I found online. Before you eat drizzle some honey and cinnamon sugar on top! YUM!}

After filling our tummies and practically going into a "food coma", we decided to play some games! My family loves playing board games along with some card games when we get together, not to mention how competitive it can get. {You haven't experienced competitive until you've witnesses a game of Porter family Spoons!}

...but that didn't last too long before our A.D.D. started to kick in. Ha!

{Exhibit A: Millie}

{Exhibit B: Bella "Beast"}

My older sister and Parents were having a little too much fun with this one!

I think it is safe to say we have pretty photogenic doggies! 

!¿How did you celebrate Cinco De Mayo?!

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{{ and don't forget }}

 Have a Magnificent Monday!

College Necessities

Goodbye Wichita...Hello Lawrence!

Last night my parents told me that my Grandpa wanted to go to dinner with me and my parents at Pacific Coast Pizza ... Little to MY surprise, my entire family was throwing me a Going Away Party! I had NO idea! I was speechless (which never happens)! Anyways, we had such a good night eating pizza, chit chatting, and playing KU trivia games! My mom had emailed everyone my color scheme of my dorm room and what I still need to get, and everyone pitched in to make it happen!


I decided to put together a College Dorm Room blog for anyone who is in the same boat about leaving for college. I have separated everything into certain categories. We can exchange ideas!

~Lets get started~

{Bedding}

First off, I had to show off my bedding... Just imagine this on a twin size bed! My (Twin XL) comforter is from The Company Store and my warm colored sheets are from Pottery Barn. As for my pillows and throw....I have my wonderful Aunt Sheryl to thank for those! Also, I can't forget my adorable Jayhawk Pillow Pet that I just adore! 

{Shower Supplies}

Next, we have all my shower supplies. these are just a few towels I have received. Just to make sure you have everything I have provided a list!

• Shower Caddy (one that water can seep though and everything can dry easily)
• Bed Bath & Beyond
• Towels (4)
• Wash Cloths 
• Shampoo & Conditioner
• Body Soap
• Loofah (If wanted)
• SHOWER SHOES (especially for shared bathrooms in dorms!)

{Laundry}

Laundry cnd be pretty generic stuff. Whatever gets the job done. I wish you could see my laundry detergent bottle, haha my grandpa decided to tape a million quarters onto it!

Here is what I am bringing....

• Hamper (one that folds away for easy storage)
• The Container Store
• unfortunately I'm not positive where mine came from
• Hangers
• Door hangers (for towels, robes, etc...)
• Detergent
• Dryer Sheets
• Laundry basket 
• Tissues
• Air Freshener 
• Trash Can

{KU Decor}

I love all my KU decor that I received. Everyone should have a little school spirit in their living space, right??

• Once again, my Jayhawk Pillow Pet!
• Camelbak 
• Tumbler
• Umbrella (you're definitely going to wish you had one of these on the first day it rains when you're walking to class!)

{Wall Decor}

Just a few random wall decorations that can come in pretty handy at times!

• Dry Erase Board
• One that has either a weekly or monthly schedule on it
• One plain one for outside the dorm room so people can leave messages when you're away
• Wall Clock
• Body Mirror
• One that can hang over the door 

Of course I had to have some hanging paper lanterns! I wanted more light in my dorm, but in a cute way! These are from Pottery Barn, they come in all sizes and colors. I have a bigger teal one that is coming in the mail this week. I can thank Sister {Life of Meg} for these :)

My mom and I also found these big, pink circular wall stickers. The cool part is that you can use dry erase on them too! We found these at Bed Bath & Beyond. They can be found at Office Max as well.

One thing that I did not have pictured would be a First Aid Kit.

Anyways, I hope this helped you figure out how you want to decorate your room, and figure out what you should bring. If you are not part of the college crowd, then I'm glad I could share my thoughts and ideas with you all :)

Have a Fabulous Friday!