Jayme's August Photos: Days 16-31

This was such a fun half of the month to take photos because several of them are centered around my birthday. As usual, Mendi had the first half of the month as seen here. And now Mendi is working on September's photos in San Francisco! Lucky!

Day 16 -- Food

Just a quick lunch at Firehouse Subs. Mendi turned me on to the Italian. Can you believe that I had never had an Italian sub before? I was missing out!

Day 17 -- Faces

Just couldn't resist sharing this...my husband...I love this guy so much! Those faces always keep me entertained! We were celebrating my birthday at Havana 59 in downtown Richmond. It was so fun!

Day 18 - Inside

One of the coolest Orangutans (I think his name is Farley) at the Richmond Metro Zoo. He was putting on a show inside of his enclosure. We visited the zoo for the first time and it was so much fun. For those of you in the Richmond area, I suggest you visit. Make sure you feed the Giraffe's too. :-) This was a part of my bday weekend.

Day 19 -- Hole

How perfect is this picture for "hole"? These were a few of the prairie dogs at the Richmond Metro Zoo.

Day 20 -- Today

This was my actual birthday and my wonderful husband took me to a restaurant I've really been wanting to try Lady N'awlins in the Fan. The food was so good!! And yes, we both had crawfish. :-)

Day 21 -- Cool

Love how cooling this roller ball is on my eyes.

Day 22 -- Home

Need I say more? He (Cooper) was about to do crazy dog off of my bed. Those eyes look cute but they are major cray cray!

Day 23 -- Pair

Two pair of earrings I got as bday presents. Mendi gave me the beautiful gold and black Kate Spade earrings and Wes gave me the Fossil Giraffe studs as a way to remember our day at the zoo. I just love them both!

Day 24 - Path

The walking/bike path on the Brooklyn Bridge. This is actually a picture I bought from Urban Interiors in Carytown. If you live in Richmond then you need to stop by. Love this store!

Day 25 -- Fresh

My awesome free birthday gift from my most favorite store...SEPHORA! Love Fresh Sugar!

Day 26 -- Dream

Snapped a picture of a globe we have on our bookcase (it's from Target). One of my dreams is to travel more whether it's in or out of the country. Our next trip is to New Orleans!

Day 27 -- Tap

Wes and I were having drinks at a restaurant called Xtra's in Carytown and they had his favorite local beer on tap...Hardywood. The brewery is near where we live...how convenient, right?

Day 28 -- Clock

I'm totally cheating because this is obviously not a clock. Duh! But I was so excited that I finally had Pho (Pho 79) for the very first time for dinner this night with my awesome friend Heather. I loved it and can't wait to go again! And it's literally minutes from my house!

Day 29 -- Down

I'm bending down. Looking crazy. This is a bear stature in the Fan (don't ask me why it's here - it's really random) and I was going to make a kissy face but it turned out that I'm just making a face. An uncomfortable looking face. And I'm in such an attractive position :-)

Day 30 -- Card

I got this as a birthday present from my friend Katherine who is a Stella & Dot sales consultant and I just LOVE it. It even made my August Cravings list and somehow I was lucky enough to be gifted this panther necklace. Thanks Kat!!

Day 31 -- Hidden

We went with some good friends to see the Richmond Flying Squirrels baseball game on Friday night and I snapped some photos. Can you see our city "hidden" in the background?

Hope you enjoyed seeing part of my August! Let us know if you have been participating in the Photo-A-Day challenge too! Can't believe we are already into September!

Nail Polish Haul!!

Mentioned:

Sally Hansen Insta-Dri in Purple Haste

L'Oreal Colour Riche in Sweet Nothings

L'Oreal Colour Riche in Charmed I'm Sure

Butter LONDON in Shag

Essie in Don't Sweater It

Essie in Stylenomics

Essie in Head Mistress

Zoya in Toni

Zoya in Natty

Zoya in FeiFei

China Glaze in Swanky Silk

China Glaze in Unpredictable

China Glaze Hunger Games Mini Set in Agro, Fast Track, Smoke and Ashes & Luxe and Lush

OPI in Number One Nemesis

OPI in Don't Talk Bach To Me

OPI in German-icure

OPI in Every Month is Oktoberfest

We're certifiably obsessed with nail polishes! Are you with us?? We'd love to hear your recommendations if you have some new fall faves. Thanks so much for watching!!

Get a Shoe Up on Fall Trends

"Shoes. OMG. Shoes. I love my shoes." This is our mantra around these parts and with fall creeping up on our doorstep, we thought we'd take a moment today to show some of the new fall styles that we're loving in shoes. "OMG. Shoes."

Livin' la vida Loafers by herlatenightcravings

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Embellished by herlatenightcravings

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How the West was Won by herlatenightcravings

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Standing on your Tip-toes by herlatenightcravings

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So, tell us are you an "OMG. Shoes." girl too?? We're guilty as charged. We love all kinds, but we want to hear how you feel. Share your thoughts on the loafer, embellished, western and cap toe trends that are hitting the streets for fall.

And for those of you who don't get the "Shoes" references, please click here for a little Kelly and her love of "Shoes."

Trip Packing: Clothes & Accessories

I can now say that it is finally time!! We're officially Cali bound early tomorrow morning and it feels SO good! As promised though, I'm here today to show you the ins and outs of how I pack all of my outfits and accessories (plus a few completely random things) in my checked suitcase and carry-on suitcase. There's a method to my madness and this is the system that works for me, but maybe you'll pick up one or two ideas for your next big trip. Here we go...

Are you still with me?!?! If so, you're a trooper. What do you think? A little much?? Or are you an over-packer too? Maybe there's a rehab somewhere for us. But then we'd just over-pack for that too.

While we're visiting the city by the Bay, our schedule includes all of the usual SF must-see things, plus a day trip to Muir Woods and Sausalito, a day trip to Monterey and Carmel and a Dodgers/Giants baseball game on the night of my husband's birthday. We may just need a vacation from this vacation!

Jayme will be holding down the blog while I'm away, so be sure to keep her company!!

I'll see you guys on the other side next week, hopefully with some fun vlog footage and a pictorial recap of my first ever trip to California. Laters, baby.

Mendi

August Favorites!

Mentioned:

Michael Kors Kempton Crossbody Bag

Philosophy Cabana Girl Guava Coconut Body Lotion

Stella & Dot Renegade Cluster Bracelet

MAC Cosmetics Mineralize Skinfinish in Star Wonder

Dior 5 Colour Eyeshadow in Earth Reflection

Laura Geller Double Dipped Lipstick in Caribbean Kiss

MAC Cosmetics Lipglass in Flash of Flesh

Clarins HydraQuench Cream for Normal/Dry Skin

Clarins Extra-Firming Night Cream

Benefit They're Real Mascara

Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue 'Dreaming in Portofino' Perfume

Chanel Premier Regard Eyeshadow Quad

TOMS Classics in Natural Burlap

We'd love to hear what your favorites were from the month of August! Thanks for watching!!