hump day & some random ramblings

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Random post warning... I'm ALL over the place this morning.

Spring Break countdown: 2.5 school days and counting...

Tonight is American Idol's first night! (Of real singing/voting goodness)

I haven't mentioned it much, but I am really looking forward to the craziness this year!

Steven Tyler's antics, this contestant (and his hair), & J Lo's sparkles.

Obsessed with this song:Aaaaand just Jack White in general.

Have you entered the *ECLECTIC ORNAMENTS GIVEAWAY* yet?

*ECLECTIC ORNAMENTS GIVEAWAY* [CLOSED]

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ECLECTIC ORNAMENTS

*GIVEAWAY*

 My little chickens! Matters of Merrymaking has reached 200 followers!  We shall celebrate with a virtual margarita and a gorgeous necklace giveaway!  Remember THIS POST?  Boy, was I in LOVE with that seafoam necklace! The very lovely Rae from Eclectic Ornaments sent me the gorgeous work of art & is also offering a customizable (you pick the color of the beads, briolettes, and ties!) necklace to ONE of my lucky readers!

TO ENTER:

1. Follow Matters of Merrymaking through Google Friend Connect & visit Eclectic Ornaments and tell me how your favorite, can't-live-without-it item!

To earn extra entries:

2. Follow me (@missbekah) on twitter (one entry)

3.  Like Eclectic Ornaments on Facebook! (one entry)

4.  Tweet/blog about the giveaway (one entry)

Be sure to tag @missbekah in the tweet! 

I am SO excited for this giveaway! GOOD LUCK, my little chickens!Giveaway will end on March 18th at 12:00AM CST.

Merry Monday Must-reads

Welcome to the Merry Monday must-reads, a stockpile a list of blog posts, DIYs, etsy shops, and "new to me" blogs that I just can't keep to myself. So gear up and get ready!Merry Monday Must-reads

good life for less | jill shows the before and after of her "bauble" table.  she simplifies her jewelry to be more spring-oriented! genius!

from the mixed up files | in LOVE with Rebekah's outfit from this week.  I took mental notes of this one!

what's new with kevin and amanda | check out these s'mores dippers! so easy and looking so delectable.

a southern drawl | Grace combines a feisty print & amaaazing blue pants.

the plus side of me | Rebecca styles one of the greatest trends, neutrals.  Bonus points? She throws in some pleats.  HOME RUN!

Do you have a must-read you would like to see on this list next week? Email it to me, little chickens!

One thing on my mind...

I can't lie to you, this GORGEOUS weather we are having today only makes me think about ONE thing!

Seriously, it is sunny and 70 degrees and I can hear the beach calling my name!

It's obvious Spring is already on it's way here! (Sorry for all my NE folks with the snowstorms last night)

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Do you get to take a week off soon? 

Where are you going?

And for everyone who is stuck in their own city working... I'll try to keep the excitement to myself til then.  TRY...I hope to be back tomorrow with an OOTD and the best part is that it's FRIDAY!

wishful wednesday

happy hump leap day!we have 366 days this year... meaning 24 more hours in our lives to devote to merrymaking!here are some things i am wishing for:
the most mature (and delicious) root beer float ever

this camper would inspire even ME to get out and go glamping!

this song always reminds me of the wedding planner! makes a great needlepoint too!

HOW COOL is this nail art? I can just imagine the color possibilites now!

I am literally counting down the days until this movie comes out.  I get ridiculously excited about horror movies... giddy, even.

The Beale Street Music Fest lineup was announced yesterday.  I am definitely going on Sunday to see Alison Krauss, The Civil Wars, and The Chris Robinson Brotherhood!

More importantly, my baby sister is on the poster this year!

Look for the blonde near the pink part of the guitar!

A star in the making, that one...

Enjoy the extra day this year, cheers!