tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34378669446984681452023-11-16T08:50:07.919+01:00Travel Taste Tacklejust my thoughts as i travel, taste new recipes, and tackle the worldElishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.comBlogger63125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-21447208020580935252014-05-22T22:56:00.000+02:002014-05-22T22:56:04.517+02:00Tripping Last month I found myself in Amsterdam. I like to refer to this as Europe's Las Vegas. The city was celebrating its annual King's Day (formerly Queen's Day). Everyone boasted in their bright orange hues and trampled the cobbled streets in search of alcohol, sex, and/or drugs. Yes, you're right, I do not drink and I'm a married woman... so... um... NO, I was not looking for drugs nor did I find Elishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-66195307530870375182014-04-23T15:15:00.002+02:002014-04-23T15:15:51.539+02:00Im a hookerRecently I've befriended a very nice lady. She lured me into her life and her heart. Slowly she began showing me a new way of having fun. Her joy became my joy. Her obsession became my obsession. She is a hooker and she has recruited me as well. Does that make her a pimp? My pimp? A madam? I dont know what label you will give her, but I call her my soulmate. She has opened my eyes to the endless Elishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-46406217726937038092014-03-22T14:35:00.001+01:002014-03-22T15:05:20.418+01:00I woke up like disIm completely convinced Beyonce has ecstasy sprayed over her crowd through the ventilation system at her concerts. No, I've never tried ecstasy or any other drug for that matter. This is the only explanation I can formulate for the calm manner in which we all waited over 90 minutes for her to take the stage and for the camaraderie we displayed during her performance. Let me explain...
Elishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-69493315359785142752014-02-28T02:46:00.001+01:002016-01-20T16:47:55.729+01:00Where's your tooth? Good morning! It's morning somewhere. I took the kiddos swimming today and then promptly passed out at 8pm. So, naturally I am awake at 2am with absolutely way too much energy. Brilliant! Let's blog away.
This month I did travel to the beautiful country of Austria. I took a guided tour bus with a great friend. Im not very fond of long bus rides, but they do provide a few hours of peace. Pair Elishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-20398303519894823832014-01-17T16:09:00.001+01:002014-01-17T16:09:40.966+01:002014: The year of nuts & hookin'! Where have I been? Right here... in the same place just doing so much more. I really have missed blogging and Im not sure how a few weeks turned into a 6month hiatus. Regardless, I'm baaaack!
Since my last blog entry I have traveled to Italy and Switzerland. Of course we took a family trip back to the states for Thanksgiving. Ah the joys of endless shopping, discounts, Chuck E Cheese, and food! Elishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-23856410619904143282013-07-25T13:05:00.002+02:002013-07-25T13:19:26.031+02:00Shopping in FranceDoesnt that just sound so lives of the rich and famous? I went shopping in France for the weekend. Well, dont be jealous just yet. I live 40minutes from the French border. We drove over last weekend to check out Cora. Cora is a very popular store amongst the local American population and, what I soon learned, the world! It was packed with Germans, French, Americans and I even heard some Italian. Elishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-66719278633002134752013-07-15T09:18:00.000+02:002013-07-15T09:18:42.576+02:00Gingerbread head I've been wanting to add some color to my life (hair) for quite some time, but the fear of extreme damage kept me from actually doing it. I would have daydreams of me applying the chemicals and then the next scene I'd be rinsing my hair and all of my hair would be in the sink!! My husband told me, "It's just hair. It only took two years to grow this much." He's an all or nothing type person. I'm Elishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-2081536480132163602013-06-18T08:52:00.001+02:002013-06-18T08:52:09.710+02:00Workout? What about my hair?I've recently made a few changes to my lifestyle as you are aware. I've transitioned my hair back to its natural state (relaxer free) and I've committed myself to a healthier lifestyle & diet. Since I normally wear my hair curly and up, I can rinse or co-wash (wash my hair with conditioner.less drying than shampoo) daily after I workout.
Then there are times when I've spent the better half Elishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-84316024279690635412013-06-16T10:32:00.002+02:002013-06-16T10:32:19.670+02:00Happy Father's DayHappy Father's Day to all the wonderful fathers out there, including my own awesome husband.
Im working on 2 major life projects which I will share and reveal on my birthday next month. Im turning 30 and I've decided it's time to finish up a few goals I've been struggling with for awhile.
We are also planning a couple of trips this summer and I cant wait to share the pictures and experiences Elishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-5978294969953523792013-04-03T06:00:00.000+02:002013-04-04T06:58:56.217+02:00why didnt i think of that?That's how I feel about all of these gadgets, kid toys, and random crap that people buy up by the thousands. Why didnt I think of that? I could've been a gagillionaire! Yes, that's a real word.
All of the things I would do with a gagillion dollars... The one thing I would do IMMEDIATELY is hire a maid and a separate live-in nanny. These kids are the cutest, bestest, most adorablest, creatures Elishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-18280177467001156712013-03-03T14:04:00.003+01:002013-03-03T14:04:16.957+01:00Random UpdatesSince I know everyone loves to hear what I'm up to (sarcasm) I thought I'd give you all a few random updates. By the way, I'm getting homesick. I'm getting that itch to take a trip to the states. I need huge discount stores, fast food, 24hour-ness, family, friends, English, my mom and THE SUN. Luckily, as I'm typing this the sun is out today, but I'm from Phoenix and I miss the blazing blinding Elishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-19018605146480021682013-02-19T14:09:00.002+01:002013-02-19T14:09:21.644+01:00awww, cute!My daughter, Lilly, will give her siblings a kiss and then say, "Aaaww...cute!" It's the cutest thing ever lol. Well that's how I felt after spending a romantic day with my husband last Friday.
We went to a Brushstrokes & Bellinis event here in Germany. I've done this two other times with friends and absolutely loved it! A very talented artist guides you through step by step on how to paint Elishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-15577586195164153572013-02-03T20:33:00.002+01:002013-02-03T20:33:45.467+01:00im the bomb.com/nom nom nomMy husband caught me singing "I'm the bomb dot com slash nom nom nom" and dancing in the kitchen only 15 minutes ago. I just made the best cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting and I'm feelin' myself!
We've had tons of plans to go places, but thanks to the rain and all of us being sick, we've made it absolutely no where. I'm hoping for some sunshine soon. When you're shut in with a bunch of Elishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-20320703643529784462013-01-11T10:12:00.003+01:002013-01-11T10:12:54.155+01:00New Year ResolutionsOk, so this year I'm all about the practical new year resolutions. I know we set these huge expectations for the new year. We are all geared up to make big changes and to finally become the person we've always envisioned as our real true selves. Well, this year Im setting practical and reasonable goals.
1. Workout. That's it. Get your fat ass up and exercise. Im not going to say how many times Elishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-7144131491444602302012-12-22T22:00:00.002+01:002012-12-22T22:00:32.257+01:00Smoothie-liciousIt's almost Christmas, the apocalypse didnt occur, and I still havent found my holiday cheer. I've looked everywhere for it. I even searched the twinkle in my kids' eyes and nothing! Bah humbug! Ok, it really isnt that bad. I just miss the holidays with my immediate and extended family. We'd all be together eating yummy foods my mom spent all night cooking. Somehow we'd end up at my Elishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-37667697089557931532012-12-03T15:13:00.000+01:002012-12-03T15:13:13.572+01:00determination & motivation Im determined and motivated to do so much in my life. I've accomplished more than I thought possible... except... why they hell can't I finish this damn book?! HA! Why can't I finish an entire pan of brownies? Ok, I can, but I dont. I want to, but I know it's not the smart thing to do. I'm on this weight watchers kick. I downloaded the app onto my iPhone so I can scan products and track my pointsElishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-6485389336450262622012-11-04T23:34:00.001+01:002012-11-04T23:34:25.636+01:00Pinterest = CrackYes, I am addicted to Pinterest. Yes, I think in my mind I will one day create all types of fancy meals and party favors. I'll amaze everyone with my homemade crafts and appetizers. People will applaud when I walk through door holding platters of hand crafted Santa Clauses and reindeer cupcakes. In reality, I like everyone else, pin away without another thought as to when I'd actually get around Elishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-13469698470936419122012-09-19T21:49:00.001+02:002012-09-19T21:49:50.497+02:00slow cookin'I've never owned a slow cooker aka crockpot. I've always thought they were for chili or soups and seeing as how Im not a real fan of either, I didn't bother with pursuing after one. That all changed after we added our newest edition to the family. Cooking for a family of five, plus my mother who is in town temporarily, can become quite tiring and more often than not is simply forgotten Elishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-49802425013807503992012-09-11T15:18:00.001+02:002012-09-11T15:18:13.810+02:00a bitter sweet visit Growing up, my mother was not the typical doting figure I saw on Leave it to Beaver. Okay, okay... whose was? While I cant recall going on camping trips, her cheering me on from the sidelines of any sport or driving me around town to different kid's events/friends' houses, I do remember being loved. With all of that said, who is this woman that has come to visit and help me with the twins and ourElishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-48136246711701152062012-08-22T01:35:00.001+02:002012-08-22T01:35:34.724+02:00my wolfpack of 5Thank you all for being so patient with me. My mother is here from the states visiting (aka keeping me sane) and we welcomed the newest edition to our family two weeks ago; baby David.
I had the twins and David all at the same hospital with the same doctor. This is no easy feat in the military medical community. We were blessed that our doctor was able to see us at every visit and happenedElishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-5777778599177336522012-07-12T15:54:00.001+02:002012-07-12T15:56:54.242+02:00paying to peeYes, I had to pay to pee today. And that's just ridiculous my friends. Let me start from the beginning. My day started as any other. I had plans to meet up with a friend at the Neunkirchen Mall here in Germany. The only mall I've had a pleasure of visiting has been the Styles Outlet Mall which is all outdoors. That would be fine if it wasn't always freezing or raining here. So, on my way to the Elishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-5342814494984919852012-06-23T20:43:00.002+02:002012-06-23T20:43:43.625+02:00first house on the rightThis has been one crazy day. We live near a few vacation homes and are accustomed to the normal noisy weekenders partying away. This weekend the partying started off early with fireworks since Germany won their soccer match. Sorry, I dont know all the details about the game or what the win means, but it's a big deal here. People drive around with their country's flag proudly flying from every Elishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-64805752356536685942012-06-21T14:09:00.000+02:002012-06-21T14:10:59.186+02:00it's growing on meNo, it's not mold. That would definitely be my worst nightmare. I dont even touch molded food items without plastic gloves! I finally chopped off the rest of my relaxer. I actually did it a few days after my previous post. I am 2 weeks post BIG CHOP now. I must say it is growing on me. At first I felt free, then I felt sad, then angry, then confused... but now I'm in love. Many say after you chopElishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-69261235086176422372012-06-05T21:13:00.000+02:002012-06-05T21:13:26.521+02:00to big chop or not to big chop?As many of you know, I am on this healthy hair journey. I've stopped chemically straightening my hair or better known as relaxing/perming. This month marks one year since my last relaxer. Yay me! The original plan was to cut off my hair gradually as I embarked on my one year of transitioning from relaxed to natural hair. Well, things happened and I didn't cut or trim my hair as often as I would Elishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3437866944698468145.post-80861271863425775342012-05-29T13:33:00.001+02:002012-05-29T13:33:20.154+02:00time? what time?The other day I received a message stating my blog is lacking in posts compared to last year. This is very true. I can say that chasing my twin 15month old daughters while being 29 weeks pregnant plays a factor, but really... I've just been lazy. I lack the motivation to do any writing. I have been more successful in getting the girls out to more play dates and doing more around Germany, but the Elishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03475432627491850195noreply@blogger.com0