Snow Day + Annual Christmas Date

Greetings from my cozy couch!
Santa granted my wish of a beautiful white Christmas snow last night, so I am one happy girl. I am currently sitting by the window watching the snow fall, sipping on homemade hot cocoa while Bella Beast and I are all snuggled up.

It's highly doubtful that I will change out of my pajamas today, and I have a slew of movies to keep me entertained.

I absolutely love today.

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.:: My Snow Day Agenda ::.

+ infinity scarf crochet project

+ hot green tea

+ bake this cinnamon coffee cake

+ wrap Christmas presents

+ the grinch (jim carey style)

+ finish packing
+ oh and ah over my new wedding shoes

+ napping, lots of napping

+ paint my nails

+ more hot cocoa

Even better? 

This evening, the future hubs and I are heading out for our annual Christmas date. Every year we dress up, pick a quaint/romantic restaurant, enjoy gourmet food and order dessert to share (a must!). 

This year we chose the lovely Cafe Europa in Brookside. It's hidden away in a cute little neighborhood and is quite little, only seating around 20 people in the whole restaurant.

The gorgeous stone fire place in the middle of the restaurant has unique old world charm, and makes the whole room glow. The food is spectacular, but did I mention their famous lemon cake is absolutely how we based our decision this year? Yum.

After dinner, we head over to the Country Club Plaza (I love living in Kansas City!) to see the gorgeous Christmas lights and do a little window browsing as we stroll hand in hand. 

It just feels so Christmasy and magical... the way Christmas should always feel.

At the end of the evening, we exchange presents, and then curl up on the couch with the pup to watch a favorite Christmas movie.

I can't wait 'til 6 p.m.!

Did any of you get a snow day today?
If so, make it a magical one!

Let the Magic Begin!

Why Good Mornin'!!
I woke up so unbelievably happy this morning. Why you ask? Well my alarm went off and I reached my hand out of my super cozy bed, grabbed my phone, and found a message from my super sweet co-worker friend that read:


"No work... SNOW DAY!! :)"




Instant smile.

So naturally I sent a text to BF, Mom and Dad, and all my fave friends. This girl has a snow day and I am ready to do something FUN to celebrate! WOOP WOOP!

With a predicted 15-20 inches of snow, I might be here awhile! I thought I would share my snow day plans with you via these fabulous photos.










.:: Right now I am... ::.

+ in my PJs
+ snuggling with Bella Beast
+ getting ready to watch The Bachelor (Go DVR!)



.:: I am looking forward to... ::.

+ trekking to BF's house
+ making cinnamon rolls for him and his roomies
+ hanging with my friends all day
+ watching movies



.:: Today I want to... ::.

+ start my new crochet project
(did you see those headwraps up there? ;) yay!)
+ drink yummy hot chocolate
+ play in the snow
+ relax
+ enjoy my magical snow day


I am even so excited right now I can't go back to sleep, which make my little puppy monster happy! Just snuggling together in my bed!


{ Did anyone else get a snow day?! }


Have a Magical Day!





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Mitten Mixer - Don't Miss Out!

Wooooaaahhh Nelly! Get ready for some fun!
After having been completed excited and inspired by my dear friend Laura's recent ornament swap, I have decided to create a little magical, fun swap myself!

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.:: About Mitten Mixer ::.

Sign-up, get matched w/ a buddy, shop for cute mittens, and swap via mail!


1) Interested? Must be a [Life of Meg] follower to be elligible. Leave a comment below that includes your
first name and e-mail address.

2) Once the sign-up closes on November 30th, I will match each
one of you up with a buddy.

3) I will send your buddy's e-mail address to you via your provided e-mail address. You then can exchange mailing address information.

4) Shop for some adorable mittens to send!
{Price limit max: $10}

5) Send the mittens to your buddy on or before December 5th.

6) Wait for your own new mittens to arrive!

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So who's totally excited?!
I know I am! I already have a vision of the absolutely adorable mittens that I want to buy/send to the buddy I get matched up with! I hope this Mitten Mixer will be a cute way for all of us to spread some holiday jolliness!


Lots o' Love!

Winter-Proof Your Skin

The trick-or-treaters have come and gone, and the final golden leaves are starting to fall off the trees outside my window. Whether we like it or not, winter is quickly approaching and the cold will take over.

The bad news? Hello chilly mornings and snow drifts.
The good news? We don't have to settle for scaly legs or a dull complexion!

That's right, friends, now is the time to combat the cold and start to winterizing your beauty routine. I hope these proven products and helpful tips will keep you glowing until spring!





{ Face }

For gorgeous ladies, facial skin care is a given! Per usual, everyone has different skin types and needs, but most dermatologists recommend a specially rich formula for these chilly winter months. These two below are absolute favorites of mine and my girlfriends. Deeply moisturizing without being oily (darn acne-prone skin!), these are great buy!


Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion - $24



Aveeno Positively Ageless Night Cream - $17



{ Lips }

One of my biggest winter battles is fighting the element-induced chapped lips. How am I supposed to have smoochable lips when they are peeling and cracked? Check out these miracle workers... love.


Neutrogena Lip Moisturizer - $3



Smith's Minted Rose Lip Balm (Sephora) - $7



{ Hands }

Once I discovered this amazing Aveda product, I have not found anything close that can compare. The hand cream is so thick and luscious that all you need is a dime-sized amount. It seems pricey for a 4.2 oz bottle, but it will last you for months! Best part? It moisturizes for hours. Happy hand-holding!


Aveda Hand Relief Lotion - $19



{ Body }

This miracle in a jar was recently discovered (last week!) on my fabulous trip to San Francisco. My cousin urged me to try it, and I have to admit that I was hesitant. I dolloped on the delicious smelling cream after my shower and woke up o the softest skin ever. Ever. It was so amazing that I went to The Body Shop the very same day to buy my own!


The Body Shop Body Butter - $20



{ Other Tips }

It's easy to forget that the best way to keep our skin smooth and supple is my moisturizing from the inside out.

It's super important to be sure to get your 8 glasses of water in per day and have a diet enhanced by healthy oils (flax seed and olive oil are excellent!)... Who knew?


It wouldn't be too hard to want to carry this cute bottle around! With an easy flip-top lid, cute color and a handle...
...it's on my Christmas list for sure!

KOR One Hydration Vessle - $29




Mmmm... I love flax seed sprinkled into my yogurt or cereal.
Don't be afraid, it's so good for you!

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Well, now that I've listed my all-time favorite and proven products, I am dying to hear about your cold weather stand-bys! This is what blogging girlfriends are for, right?


{ What are your winter beauty tips and treats? }


Happy Almost Weekend!