Celebration Time

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Mr. G and I celebrated last night because I turned in the final project for my masters :) Now I just have to wait for my grade (eek!). He had Bailey's + whipped cream and I enjoyed vodka + carrot juice. Yum!

 I'm also treating myself by ordering this dress tomorrow :) Thank you again for all your kind words and encouragement - it was wonderful to have so many people rooting for me!

 Have you done any celebrating lately?

Comments

  1. FionaWednesday, April 16, 2014

    Wow! Congratulations on finishing (oh what a feeling!) Beautiful dress - will be perfect for California!

    ps. I also love the Lego mug!

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    1. AmandaWednesday, April 16, 2014

      Thank you Fiona! It's such a great feeling! Yes I was thinking of California when I picked that dress :)

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  2. AnonymousWednesday, April 16, 2014

    Congrats! That must feel great. Now you have got me wanting to try vodka and carrot juice, and it's only 8 a.m. (I will hold that thought). I love your LEGO mug too - and the dress!

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    1. AmandaWednesday, April 16, 2014

      Thanks Dar! I'm super relieved and excited at the same time! :) I hope you enjoy the drink - it's a new favorite.

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  3. AnonymousWednesday, April 16, 2014

    Glad your kitty was keeping your final project warm and safe.

    Perfect dress for your upcoming summer. Not too sure about carrot juice and vodka. OK, haven't tried it but prefer my vodka with cranberry juice and freshly squeezed lime.

    Well done and congrats.

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    1. AmandaWednesday, April 16, 2014

      Thank you Lucinda! Yes, she was very protective of it for some strange reason.

      I love vodka with cranberry and lime! And peach snapps with cranberry too . .

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  4. MeghanThursday, April 17, 2014

    Congratulations! it always feels so good to finish a big project!!

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    1. AmandaThursday, April 17, 2014

      Thanks Meghan! Yeah, it's a fabulous feeling! :)

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  5. SarahN @ livetolistThursday, April 17, 2014

    Yay for being finished. It's a lovely dress, I think it'll suit you nicely.

    I can't believe you're drinking carrot juice - eww... Never something I've been fond of, vegetable juices, though in university days I used to buy them 'cause I thought they would keep me healthy! I'd much prefer Mr Giraffe's drink! Maybe without the cream.

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    1. AmandaThursday, April 17, 2014

      Thanks Sarah! I hope I love the dress as much when I put it on :)

      haha, Mr. G didn't like my drink either! I sneak spinach into smoothies sometimes, but carrot juice is the only vegetable juice I like . . it tastes sweet to me.

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  6. Margaret AlmonFriday, April 18, 2014

    Congratulations on handing in your project! Celebration is such an important step, affirming yourself!

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    1. AmandaFriday, April 18, 2014

      Thank you Margaret! I agree - celebrating is a must! :)

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  7. SusannahSunday, April 20, 2014

    Hey Amanda! just realized you have your own blog. I'll be following….love the dress btw!

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    1. AmandaSunday, April 20, 2014

      Awesome! I can't wait for the dress to arrive - I hope I love it as much on me as I do in the picture!

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  8. AnonymousMonday, April 21, 2014

    I'm with Sarah on carrot juice - yuck lol. but the dress is lovely!

    Congratulations on finishing :)

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    1. AmandaMonday, April 21, 2014

      Thanks Laura! That's okay, more carrot juice for me!

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