"Fave Things Friday"

I've been so out of the loop and so busy that I haven't had a single second to sit down and post anything on my precious blog. I am so sorry to my loyal followers, but I know that you've all been there when life just gets in the way of life. Anyway, so much has happened since the last time I posted and quite honestly, I do not even know where to begin. So instead of freaking out and making it complicated, I'm just going to give you the hit parade of some of my favorite things that I have encountered in the past few weeks! Hopefully this will bring me up to speed! So here it is -- the first, of the weekly post "FAVE THINGS FRIDAY".

1. Mohonk Mountain House: Ray and I went for our anniversary and truly there are no words in the English language that you describe how stunning and gorgeous this place is. Really. It is stunning. And just what we needed to calm our brains and reconnect with one another. Here is a picture of the hotel itself:

This is me getting ready to go on a hike....

Our hike, however, actually morphed into a "rock climb"

And after we climbed up and squeezed through this (a/k/a "The Crevice")

We had a view of this:

It doesn't really get any better for me.  Peace and quiet can do wonders for a busy brain.  We had an amazing 24 hours away - we talked, drank champagne and just enjoyed each other's company.  I know that sounds cheesey, but in the hustle and bustle of daily life, you can forget about all the reasons you married someone...and during this 24 hours, I found out that after 6 years, I love Ray more than I did on our wedding day. 

Which leads me to my most two fave things in the world:  Giuliana and Sofia.  Here they are on Halloween:

2.  Sophie the Giraffe Teether: Most moms probably know about this little giraffe, (I guess I'm the slacker(...but I still had to share.  Sophie is "designed to stimulate the senses (she makes a happy sound when squeezed) and soothe teething gums (safe for babies' mouths).  Isn't she cute?

She's even more chic because she's handmade in the French Alps, using all non-toxic food based paint.  She's pricey (retail:  $22.95-30.00, but I found her on Amazon for $16.95) - but she is well worth the money.  I mean, come on, what's cuter than a Sophie for Sofia??

3.  Sabra Classic Hummus Single Packs:  Ray found these at Costco yesterday and I personally think they are brilliant. 

I love hummus.  Any kind of hummus.  I love it so much that I could sit at my desk and continuously eat and entire container of it.  Which is not good for my waistline.  That is why I love these little single 2oz. packs.  They are super convenient, portion controlled, and really delish when paired with some baby carrots.  It would make a fabulous snack for the kids too, that is, if they like hummus. 

Have a fabulous weekend everyone!!