ga comes to ok, part two

[post-workout selfie]

on the second half of laura's visit to oklahoma, we took things a little slower. lots of sleeping in before working out and exploring all the places. is it weird i already miss just going to the gym together? 

[the tastiest lunch break]

[give me all the juice]

on monday, i took laura to some of my favorite okc spots including my favorite juice bar, and watering hole. plus, we got to try out a new-ish deli that had been on my to-do list!

[pensive and pretty]

[cocktails over great views]

[matchy-match]

[oh.my.yes!]

then, we indulged in all the tasty burrata, wine, and pizza we could stomach...it was divine. and we of course couldn't leave out dessert so we tried out another new-ish norman spot that featured an ice cream churro bowl dessert. we couldn't have been happier. 

[one of the best desserts i've ever had]

[funny movie marathons]

the next day, we kept it lazy with funny movie marathons with a lunch + shopping break in between. 

[lunch break]

[shop wandering]

[relatable signage]

[tasty dinner]

only to return home for a pajama party and more movies/heart-to-heart conversations. 

[the saddest goodbyes]

then, just like that, it was time for my little peach to head back home. T, the pups, and myself already miss her loads and can't wait for her to come back soon. 

until next time!

ga comes to ok, part one

last week, i said a very tearful farewell to one of my most treasured friends who came to stay with T and i for near a week. we had such an absolute blast running around town sipping tasty cocktails, eating the delicious treats, and savoring all the quality time we could get. 

here's part one of what we were up to while she was in town.  

[first thing's first, cucumber margies]

[chicken mojo tacos + avocado crema]

once laura's flight got in, we took it easy for awhile to soak up the springtime weather over cocktails and a couple of very overjoyed pups. after dinner, T and i took laura to a local bar to try out their signature cocktail.

[swirls courtesy of the mont]

[music convos]

[st. patty's day brews]

the next day, we took laura to T's favorite local brewery for a tour and a killer tasting. T and laura left with full bellies and dreams about the upcoming sours to be. 

[spiked shake and fry break]

later, we had our friends mariah and arin over for what had to be one of the funniest dinners we've ever hosted - and that's saying something. 

[wings, two ways, and mojitos]

[brunching done right]

the next day, we had the most indulgent brunch and took a much needed walk through the botanical gardens.

[loving the textures]

[love this one for taking us around]

[post-garden tour cocktails]

[butterbeer ice cream break]

afterwards, we headed back to the house for a lazy evening of movie marathons and pajama lounging. aka, a great day in my book!

new (to me)

[i just love good food-based puns]

since it opened, i'd had my eye on scottie's deli for a hot minute. but, anytime i was in the area, i already had other food arrangements or had just eaten. then, while one of my dear friends was in town, my timing finally fell into place. 

for those who haven't tried it yet, scottie's deli models itself off of the classic jewish, italian, and german delicatessens...cue all of the amazingly delicious combinations of sandwiches and soups!

funny story, up until my sophomore or junior year in college, i hated sandwiches. i don't know what it was, but there was something about them that made me lose my appetite. and then, out of nowhere, i suddenly liked them. just like that. my favorite part about a good deli sandwich? the pickle! i absolutely love the crunch and bite of the pickle against the savory flavors of the sandwich. mmm, just describing it makes me hungry.

[decisions, decisions]

i tried out the beef dip sandwich with thinly sliced roast beef, provolone, and au jus for dipping. oh man, was that sandwich tasty. and i of course couldn't resist trying a cup of their flavorful matzo ball soup. 

[all the natural lighting]

my friend laura tried out their cubano with mojo pork, ham, swiss, pickles, and mustard. she was a big fan of it. 

thanks for such a tasty lunch scottie's. rest assured, i will be back sooner than later and with a certain meat-a-tarian baldy in tow.

in between

[what may have been my favorite bloody mary ever]

i'm sure you all have noticed my intermittent blog posting as of this year. for those who do not know, i've started my grad school program! and let me tell you, it is keeping me busy, and then some. honestly, i love what i'm learning and it feels really great to be back in an educational environment. i'm one of those people who loves the classroom and the opportunity to absorb completely new information. but, in the meantime, i'm sorry to say the trend of here and there posting may continue (apologies in advance!). 

trust me though, i am missing blogging like crazy. but balancing working, school, life, and blog is...whew! so, i felt like it was time i share a little of the in between moments that have happened since the start of school. i hope y'all enjoy :)

[skate party]

[i love when these three are together]

[what most of my time is spent doing...eep!]

[treat yo self]

[the coolest shop i've seen, hands down]

[hunky heartthrobs]

[surprise birthday treat]

[double date]

[cheers to 31!]

[thinking of my wishes for this year]

[a cozy date]

[the cutest parents]

[appetizers]

[my dudes]