Next Year's Super Bowl Halftime Show

I don't know about you, but as I was watching the Super Bowl last night and saw Destiny's Child appear on the stage at halftime, I was taken back in time. All it takes is one song - whether it's Destiny's Child, Sisqo, or perhaps Edwin McCain and it's like I get transported back to a certain moment. Now that I think of it, each of those songs takes me back to school dances. That's besides the point.

I'm here today to talk about my dream Super Bowl Halftime show. Let me begin by saying that it is a well-known fact that I am a) obsessed with all-things 90s and b) still a boyband fanatic. Now, I present to you my lineup for the 48th Super Bowl Halftime Show:

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With Nick's hair looking like this:

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With Justin looking like this:

If you can name what event that picture was taken at just by looking at it, you may or may not be as in love with them and bleach blonde Justin Timberlake as I am...

Lastly, the Halftime Show would be complete with this one added bonus:

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My one true love, Ryan Gosling.

I may be biased, but he really has some skill...

I can't stop swooning. Gosh, I just love him. Those 90's dance moves... don't get me started!
And that, my friends, is what next year's Halftime Show would look like if I had my say. I'm still wondering why they didn't plan this back in 1999. It would have been genius.
[As a side note, I actually do watch the Super Bowl for the football. I think I saw one commercial [the Budweiser "Landslide" commercial with the Clydesdales] and it just so happened to be the best commercial] :)

The Good Ole Days | Vol. Three

I think it's safe to say that if many of you were asked to describe me, you'd say something about my love for the 90s. If you haven't heard, I'm planning on bringing back 90s fashion but we'll save that for another day. I'm starting a revolution.

Anyway, while obsessing over my favorite decade, I do quite a bit of reminiscing which leads into me laughing hysterically until my eyes sometimes tear up. I know what you're thinking - you want in on the fun. Lucky for you, I like to share :) Let me know what your favorites are!

1. What? You didn't have inflatable furniture too? You can still buy some on Amazon.

2. I still don't get the break-away pants trend but again, you can still buy some.

3. Totally Hair Barbie. I had her [and still do.] She even came with her own Dep hair gel.

4. I had a "play phone" that looked like the Zach Morris phone and it was cool. Real cool.

5. Somehow this was THE book to have. "The sky is falling, the sky is falling..."

6. HOW did I forget about Kid Pix? I was obsessed with it and can't even remember anything about it other than the firecracker eraser.

7. Oh, yes. I wore scented nail polish. I still remember how yummy it was and remember wearing it to my first Backstreet Boys concert. Apparently this stuff is making a comeback.

Now, here's my 90s challenge: Name what video the below clip is from. [No cheating] ;)

Sigh. I can't get enough of the 90s. So many memories. So many good times, toys, music, fashion. Speaking of which... I'm thinking it's time to start a "Good Ole Days" sort of link-up. We can even have certain categories :) Who's interested??

Take Me Back Tuesday

This post is long-overdue. This weekend was another reminder to me of how obsessed I am with my childhood. Growing up in the 80's and 90's has really defined who I am and so many of my memories are filled with the fads of those times. It's time for a nostalgia post where those of us from that era can reflect back on the best time ever. So, I've started a new feature called Take Me Back Tuesday! I probably won't be doing this every Tuesday but every so often instead :)

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You know you loved B*Witched... for the one month their music was played. Their concert on Disney [with Five] was amazing and awesome. Confession: I still listen to this album on occasion. 

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Pardon the poor picture quality but this show was too good to pass up. It was about a ghost who communicated through a "team" of kids through reading and writing to solve mysteries. The coolest part of it all - the members of the team wore a special pen on a cord around their necks. Pretty sure I tried to do that a time or two. I remember this show made me want to use a computer.

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The Pink Power Ranger. I wanted to be her and I'm sure you did too. Why was she SO cool? And it's not because she was pink.

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Speaking of cool - why was this okay? Why did we tie every shirt around our waist? Jean jackets, windbreakers, flannel shirts. It was totally "rad." As were fanny packs but we won't even go there today.

Now, please tell me... were you guilty for loving any of the above? I know I can't be the only one!

May I Confess?

It's May 1st! This year, the start of a new month has meant more to me than in past years. It's a fresh start, a chance for something new. I'm super excited for all the future has to hold as I mentioned yesterday and I'm even more excited to announce a project I've been working super hard on!! However, I'm going to keep you waiting a little bit longer ;)

Today, since I've had quite a few new readers join in on the fun recently, I figured we'd play a little confess sesh game! This way, those of you who don't know me can get to know my quirks a little better and those of you who do already know me can just laugh at with me!

+I confess: It had been over four months since I had my hair trimmed. However, thanks to my awesome family friend [Hey, Tammie!!] my locks are looking nice and healthy again! I love chunky layers and having a super cute and fun stylist who I've known since I was born helps too! :)

+I confess: I listened to N*Sync's first album [aka the best album] on the way to work this morning and I was in Heaven. It literally takes me back to 6th grade every time I listen to it. I melt. I'm not kidding when I say I feel like I'm a 12-year-old every time I listen to that album. And I confess I love that feeling.

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+I confess: My current-day N*Sync crush would have to be JC Chasez. 12-year-old Chelsea OBVIOUSLY was marrying Justin Timberlake. We won't even go there right now. Let's just say that adult Chelsea sees a lot of great qualities in Mr. DC-native Chasez. PLUS, how great does Chelsea Chasez sound? Seriously. God must have spent a little more time on JC... [Don't worry - Ryan Gosling is still my main man!]

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+I confess: I considered decking my entire office out with leopard print things. Hobby Lobby sure made it tempting. The nearest Hobby Lobby is also about an hour away and you better believe we drove there this weekend. Sadly, I walked out with a few, petty items :( And zero leopard print!

+I confess: I don't know how many pictures would be considered "average" to have stored on your cell phone, but... I have a lot. Raise your hand if you're also a picture hoarder.

+I confess: I wish I could rescue every homeless dog and cat. I really do. Then I'd be an animal hoarder too but I just don't think it's right or fair for these animals to be put down due to circumstances that are out of their control. I got to hang out with this little guy at work. He was hanging out under my desk, scared as can be and now, having not seen him in a while, I'm terrified to hear of his fate...

+I confess: Thanks to my DVR, I have no idea what day any TV shows come on and I'm usually a week behind on all of my shows. Regardless, I still "count down the days" until the next episode of Dance Moms: Miami. I was unsure of the show after watching its first episode but the teachers Angel and Victor are awesome and their studio has really grown on me. Do I dare say I think I might like it better than the original Dance Moms? Shhh...

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It's your turn now! What do you confess on this fine May day? Can you believe that? It's MAY!

The Good Ole Days | Vol. Two

It’s time. Time for a flashback to my favorite decade – the 90’s. For those who may be new here, I’m a total 90’s girl. The 90’s was the first full decade of my life. I was old enough to wear jellies, slap bracelets, my favorite songs were most likely by The Real McCoy, and my favorite TV show was Full House . Since I have such a passion for the tackiest and most hilarious years in history, I’ll be doing this series to share some of my favorite bits and pieces. Maybe I’ll start a link-up for this? After all, I know I’m not the only 90’s lover!

 

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I have a great story about how I wore my jellies. Remind me to tell you one day.

 

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Best. Game. Ever. Well, Oregon Trail II was the bomb.

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Fruit-scented marker, anyone?

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Totally normal.

 

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My Barbies had the sweetest ride.

 

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Puppy Surprise!!! How many puppies will you get??

 

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The only Christmas present I wanted in the 90’s. Especially in that silver jacket.

I have a little story for you before I share the last one. A couple weeks ago, my nephew was over visiting so we all went down in the basement and I turned on the Dance Central game for Kinect. In case you don’t know by now, the game has a ton of songs and dance moves that you’re told to mimic. While it’s not exactly “dancing” it’s a ton of fun and I decided to try out the dance to “Poison.”

Let me tell you… the dance moves were straight from 1990 and I was literally having the time of my life. You’ll have to try it to believe it. Yes, I know I’m a total nerd.
I decided I should bring back my dancing days and start taking classes again. This time, I’ll be taking old school hip-hop. I need to brush up on my Roger Rabbit. I’ll probably just go to a class I found some footage of on YouTube. Check it out here. Please watch the guy in front. He kills it.

Oh, I also got my hair cut yesterday which I’m pretty excited about. First time since April. Don’t worry – I didn’t get a bowl cut or huge, wispy bangs. I keep my hair cuts pretty current with the times. All I’ll say for now is that it was Lauren Conrad-inspired :)

Hope I left you with a fun trip down Memory Lane today!

The Good Ole Days | Vol. One

I think you’re in for a real treat today, or, at least a good laugh. I’m the kind of blogger who has a long list of “future posts” sitting and waiting to be checked off, yet, I can never choose which one to write so they never get posted. Today, FINALLY, I am going to start a series called The Good Ole Days. I love reminiscing about my childhood because, let’s admit it, the 90’s were the best {which is the decade where most of my childhood was spent.} I’ve gone back and found some of those memories.

If you weren’t a child of the 80’s and 90’s my apologies but maybe you’ll remember some of these too?

If you’re anything like me, you’ll get a KICK out of some of the goodies I’ve found.

The greatest game ever created.
”He likes most sports… {in a really quiet voice} except for baseball.” “I know who it is but I’m not telling. HA.HA.”
Despite what it may seem like, I haven’t played this game in two ten years, at least.

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ZOOBILEE ZOO, anyone?! I watched this show religiously. Okay, I watched a lot of shows religiously when I was little. I always wanted to be the pink ballerina kangaroo. I mean, who wouldn’t?!

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It’s hard to believe floppies used to be a way of life… and that people still use AOL {ahem, Mom! Love you!}

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These were a fashion staple, duh.

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Pretty sure I had this exact issue. Check out these dream boats!

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Whatever happened to Surge? And, uh, Pepsi Blue? C’mon, that stuff was my favorite!

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Did anyone have one of these phones? If so, I am super jealous :)

I’m grateful for growing up when I did. The world wasn’t perfect but life was good. I played outside. I loved call-waiting and having to put my other friend on hold but haaated when I still got the busy signal. I sharpened my pencils by cranking a wheel. I thought my dad’s car phone was THE coolest thing ever… besides wearing a scrunchie on my wrist, duh. And, when the Internet did magically come into existence, the dial-up modem took so long that I would rather be playing Dream Phone anyway.

I pray that my future kids don’t get lost in the technology that’s all around today. I hope they find the little things in life to appreciate too. Who knows, maybe I’ll brush the dust off my Dream Phone and hand it down to my daughter. {Knock on wood} Can I knock on wood about having a daughter? Did I just double-jinx it? Is that possible?? Ahhh!