FOR THE WEEKEND | A FUNNY BOOK, MOVIES I'M DYING TO SEE, & LINKS!

ITS THE WEEKEND - WOOT!

I think all of my favorite actors and comedians got together and made movies and decided to release them all at the same time. Frantically searching for a sitter so that I can dive into at least one of these movies - HILARIOUS, EMOTIONAL, TERRIFYING - over the weekend. I've corralled the trailers for your viewing pleasure. Also, if you're going to see either, ping me just in case I need to leave hubby at home for a GIRLS NIGHT OUT.

 







Speaking of Girls Night, I'm almost finished with this hilarious book. The author has described southern women to a tee - which I found equally hilarious and offensive?!  Hoping to finish it up over the weekend and dive into a few other things:

I'm trying to find something fun to do over the long weekend in October. I'd love to share this huge amazing house with some friends in mountains of Asheville, I've never been before - but a fall trip to the mountains would be a good way to unwind from the hustle of back to school… Hints to the hubby..

Stumbled on this Cozi app - the tag line drew me in - family.  life.  simplify - I'll take some of that.

Going  overboard over on Pinterest - looking for inspiration for fall porch decor ideas starting with this inspired Pinterest board. I'm thinking galvanized planters, purple mums, white stenciled pumpkins...

SHOUT OUT! So jealous happy for my bloggy pal Mimi who has just signed on to blog for Good Housekeeping - WOW!! I want to be just like this chic when I grow up. For Real tho.

SO In love with the style and design of this Chicago apartment. Currently deleting all my pin boards and starting over with these photos:-) Oh and I'll be stalking her super cute blog over the weekend.

Locking myself in my little guest room/office for a bit making more of these lovely bracelets - I think. Enter to win one for yourself - SHARING THE LOVE.

xxB
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OUT AND ABOUT | IN DECATUR WHERE ITS GREATER

I'm SUPER excited to introduce you to Maria Pinkelton a fellow Atlanta mom, blogger, creative extraordinaire I've been stalking following for some time. I'm so glad she agreed to do a guest post here on the blog (while I kicked off the summer with a  little family time on the road) so you can meet her too!  

Thank you again Maria - I'm going to hold you to the adult beverage outing disguised as blogger research:-)

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Hello, Maria Pinkelton here. As a fellow urban mommy, wife and writer I am so I am happy to fill in with this guest post on Bunnie’s blog.  It is also a joy to have the opportunity to wax on about the city where I live and that I love - Decatur, Georgia. 

After the birth of our son, we knew our time was limited in our 10th floor one bedroom condo overlooking Piedmont Park. There were no three bedrooms available in our building; and although we decided to only have one child; the extra room would be necessary. Our new home hunt led us to the city of Decatur. The schools, shopping and restaurants were top notch; and we would be able to maintain the level of walkability we had in Midtown. This fall will make four years in our town home and while I miss some aspects of Midtown living; our new home has all of the benefits with a bit more space. 

There is a lot to love in the city that is a short ride from Atlanta down Ponce de Leon. Here are a few of my favorite things... 

Shopping. . . 

Salon Red Kids  Looking for a great gift for that special tot in your life? Want to make baby’s first haircut a special occasion? This hair salon/clothing and toy store located at 123 East Ponce de Leon Avenue was the spot our sweet boy had his first haircut; and I highly recommend them for your child’s inaugural clipping. They even put some of the shorn locks into a cute keepsake baggie. 

Little Shop of Stories  Decatur is home to the largest independent book festival every Labor Day weekend. Develop your children’s love of books early with a trip to this bookstore located at 133-A East Court Square. In addition to summer camps and story telling time they offer a great selection of adult literature. 

Square Foot   Looking for a pair of stylish shoes by Fly London, Camp. Tom's or Keen for yourself? Mothers, fathers and kids can each get great footwear at this shoe, clothing and accessory store located at 149 Sycamore Street. 

Home Grown  I am a big fan of local artists and Home Grown a great spot to see a lot of local talent in one location. Located at 412 Church Street you would be hard pressed to not find something that tickles your fancy here. Coasters boasting ITP (Inside the Perimeter) pride, state of Georgia necklace’s and shirts by artist R. Land are just a few of they things that can be found in this store. 

Eating…

Honestly, this city has more restaurants that your kid can shake a Lego at. I will simply list a few of my top pics I think you and the kids will enjoy:

• Big Tex, 308 West Ponce de Leon Avenue - Sunday brunch until 3:00 and a kid’s menu that has choices for every tiny palette. 

• Revolution Doughnuts, 908 West College Avenue - The line is always worth it!

• Brick Store, 125 East Court Square - Their extensive beer menu will have parents happy. Their bavarian pretzels and pimento cheese will have the kids happy. Note: The Hogwarts Camp that is run by local book shop Little Shop of Stories uses this pub as their “Hogsmeade” field trip for its old world stone and aged wood decor. 

• Swirlin' Twirlin', 335 West Ponce de Leon Avenue - What kid doesn’t want frozen yogurt?

• The Square Pub, 115 Sycamore Street - The owners of this eatery travel out west annual to buy hundreds of pounds of green chiles that serve as the cornerstone of their menu. Not a fan of spicy? How about a Reuben Egg Roll or a Fried Avocado? 

• Dancing Goats Coffee, 419 West Ponce de Leon. The only thing that is better than the coffee creations and mini sugar donuts that are found here is its proximity to the Decatur Toy Park (learn more about this gem in the PLAY section.)

Playing...

Decatur Toy Park located at the corner of E. Ponce de Leon Ave and Nelson Ferry Road. The park is owned and maintained by the First Christian Church of Decatur; but the park and all of the toys that live there, are free for all to enjoy. Also know as “ The Island of Misfit Toys” on Foursquare, this spot is full of gently used outdoor toys that have been donated by members of the community. Because of this you don’t have to fill your home with huge toys and there are new toys every time you visit.   The space also offers a traditional jungle gym, swings and a large  green space perfect for kickball or a game of catch. 

Glenlake Park- located at 1211 Church Street this City of Decatur park has it all. Tennis courts, pool, play ground, picnic pavilions and basketball courts. All of this is topped off with the most adorable creek running through the middle of it all that is perfect for duck and minnow spotting. With ample parking and clean bathrooms this spot is a Pinkelton family favorite. 

Want to do more...

The city of Decatur several events and festivals during the year for families. The Touch-a-Truck event in March brings out all of the city vehicles including fire trucks, ambulances, police motorcycles, front loaders and more for kids to sit in and on. July brings the Pied Piper Parade, complete with concert and fireworks and the Decatur Beach Party on the Square. Want to know more about the sweet city of Decatur? Visit www.visitdecaturga.com. 

Want to know more about me? Visit my blog at www.mariapinkelton.com. 

Cheers!

Maria

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Maria Pinkelton is a wife, mom, and freelance writer in Atlanta/Decatur, GA. She also blogs about food, family, and friendships (and other random things that happen when you are the only black girl in the room) over at www.mariapinkelton.com

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xx,

bunnie

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MAKING MEMORIES: SUNDAY AFTERNOON IN SERENBE

If you live in or near the Atlanta area you HAVE to make it down to Serenbe. Next to Palmetto Georgia it is the most perfect little community that is the best mix of modern and quaint. We headed down last week after playing hooky from church for their May Day celebration, and I can't wait to go back.

We ran into Dorothy from the Serenbe Playhouse. And the little munchkin was beside herself.

This new 2 year old climbed up on that horse and said Yee Haw (un prompted) and proceeded to ride that little beauty like he had been doing it all of his (2 years?) life. He almost had a nervous breakdown when we pried his little white knuckles from horn of the saddle. HE LOVED every minute of it. I on the other hand was a wreck as I tried to push all thoughts of the horse catapulting him to the ground. In the process of trying to find him a miniature rootin' tooting' cowboy hat.

Mommy's little equestrian. Sadly we didn't make it down to the in to see the baby farm animals, but will be sure plan for another trip down later in the summer to enjoy without the crowds.

Happy Mother's Day weekend to all you awesome mama's out there. I hope you get some relaxation time and quality time with your littles. I will have both sets of parents in town and at the house for the weekend and munchkin's ballet recital. A house full of mama's can go either way:-) Keep me in your prayers...

What are you up to this weekend?

xx,
Bunnie

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