Poor Bob (and other Olympic musings)

Wonky wonk eye. POOR BOB.

As I've mentioned once or twice (or three times!?) before, we are BIG Olympics fans in my house. More so Dr. H than his missus, but even I can't resist a good pairs skate, luge run or international hockey game. Though my heart belongs to the summer games, there's plenty to love about the Winter Olympiad... Except Matt Lauer. In my house, we have absolutely NO love for Matt Lauer. I mean... what happened to your eyes Bob!? Did you wash your face with Sochi water!? Did Putin do this to you!? This is clearly the worst case of pink eye known to man and I suspect foul play. I do however love the @BobCostasEyes Twitter handle. Come back to us soon Bob!!

And even though the Winter Games kicked off last weekend, it is definitely not too late to throw an Olympics soiree (this 3-day weekend!? closing ceremony celebration next weekend!?) Here's everything you need to get into the Olympic spirit.

Invitations from the always Olympic-enthusiastic YouAreMyFave.
Just CLICK HERE and follow her link to print, they're designed and ready to go!!

Wintery decor, crafts and treats from the craft-astic OhHappyDay

CLICK HERE for the full post.

And finally, for the baking inclined Winter Olympiad enthusiast, I present this freaking confectionery masterpiece:

For reals, that thing is just awesome. Full recipe HERE.

Hump Day Distractions

So cute!

Today is Wednesday. There is another blizzard headed towards NYC. The fervor with which I'm praying for a snow day definitely rivals every school-age child on the eastern seaboard. I just realllllly don't want to have to put in 5 full days this week. Is an office closure so much to ask!? While I pray to the storm gods, here are some goodies from around the web. Enjoy!

* It's not so much that I like or want this suitcase, it's that I NEED it. (NEEEEEEEED it!)

* Ohmygoodness these dancing pink flamingos are 100% going to make your day!

* 3 ways to take your scarf wearing to the next level.

* I am exceptionally sad about the loss of Philip Seymour Hoffman and thought this was a beautiful tribute.

* Thinking about making an investment in this gel manicure alternative (which is well reviewed by the extremely trustworthy Belle of CapHillStyle)

* Dear Canada. NAILED IT!!!

* Do I have to pick just one cheese to use this!? (via exPress-o)

* As an OCD subway platform positioner, I would really like to see this idea take off.

* Also... the doors are apparently made of cardboard!?

* Just when you thought life couldn't get any better than the Doritos Locos Tacos...

Hump Day Distractions

The rewrite.

I had to read that pic twice, but once I got it, I could not stop laughing. "Everything". Hehe. Annnnyways, how we doing friends? Are you managing to stay warm!? As if the first full work week post holidays wasn't torture enough, Mother Nature threw in a little polar vortex to keep things interesting. Lordy it is COLD!! Here to help you endure (the week and the temperatures) are some goodies from around the web. Enjoy!

* The cold has never looked so beautiful.

* Fellow cheese lovers, brace yourselves... Cheesepocalypse is near.

* 8 little tricks to help you beat the blues (via exPress-o)

* This week is apparently actually designated as one of the most depressing of the year (yikes!) so HERE are some silly somethings to lift your spirits. (that hedgehog! I die!)

* Dinner tomorrow. It's gonna be Quinoa-tastic!

* Because dragging yo ass outta bed to exercise before work is even more awful in the winter, here are some tips for making sure it actually happens.

* P&G is back to make sure you cry during the Olympics again.

* Poor ducky!!! (thanks sis!)

* Spotted on Pinterest (in case Dr. H asks you what I want for Valentine's Day :)

* THESE parents are insane (in the best possible way!)

* Do you watch SYTYCD? If so, you must watch THIS.

* I work in an office and this list is 100% accurate.

PS- according to my Mom (who is an expert in such things), today is National Bubble Bath Day! I suggest we all celebrate!! 

Farewell Bob.

Dr. H will miss your nightly chats

The time has come. After a two week love affair with all things Olympic, on Sunday night we will say goodbye to the XXX Olympiad in the best possible fashion (with The Who and the Spice Girls). It's been an awesome marathon of television viewing, transforming me into a certified couch potato/online streaming addict (I actually watched several events twice yesterday, once live and again during the primetime broadcast. I know, I'm out of control.) but all good things must come to an end...

Thanks for this Sis.

Dr. H and I will go back to streaming Netflix (we've missed you Coach Taylor) until Dwight Schrute and Ron Swanson return. I also plan to finally make some homemade soft serve. But for now, enjoy this witty joke:

And consider the sheer greatness of THIS picnic table modification:

Someone get me this table (and a yard.)

Most importantly...

See ya Monday!

Hump Day Distractions

No need to speak Ryan. Just let me look.

Well it was bound to happen folks. Somewhere between the uneven bars and the 100M dash, I hit my Olympic wall. On Sunday night, the rigor of sitting on my ass watching hours upon hours of other people being athletic finally took it's toll and I conceded to my exhaustion, retreating to bed earlier than I have in ages. Thankfully, I awoke Monday feeling rested and super motivated to face the week so I'm running full speed over today's hump like THIS GUY.  Join me as we sprint to the finish of this week!!

* According to THIS, I am the physical equivalent of Ms. Britt Goodwin (sign me up for the GB Handball team!?)  

* It isn't called the XXX Olympiad for nothing!  

* Football fandom taken to a level of adorable that's impossible to beat (an especially "awww moment" at the :45 mark) 

* And while we're saying "awwww"...  

* THIS seems pretty freakin brilliant (also, delicious)  

* New Yorkers are a special breed of beautiful (and I love it; be sure to read the captions) [viaCupofJo] 

* Judd Apatow seems to have nailed it again. Always a good sign when you're laughing out loud at the trailer.

* I must erect a warning. This link is a real weiner.

I have a lochte on my mind right now...

London love. Olympic fever.

I'm having a bit of trouble here folks. You see, I am apparently an Olympics addict. I've been absolutely glued to my tv for hours EVERY night, spewing facts about synchronized diving, analyzing flip turns and rating vaults. Ever since that torch reached London I've been in rare television-viewing form. It's awesome for Team USA (because obviously they can feel my unwavering support) but reeking havoc on everything else (why sleep when I can watch whitewater kayaking highlights on channel 723!?) Thankfully for all of you, I managed to pull myself away just long enough to show you this totally adorable way to make your kiddo / niece and nephew / friend who's young at heart smile:

Don't bug me, it's snack time.

And this AWESOME and easy way to kick your pretzels up a notch:

Spicy Pretzels

And what better way to honor the Olympics' Greek heritage than with this amazing Greek 5-layer dip?

Who says five layer dips are only
for Mexican? Go Greek!

More calories than the entire women's gymnastics team ate today?

Fuel for a Gold Medal in couch sitting.

The reality is, I'm not going to be able to fully focus until they extinguish that flame.

Watching the Olympics can be EXHAUSTING!

Hump Day Distractions

I am here to support you too.

Welcome to your weekly installment of Hump Day Distractions where I've got a little bit of Olympic goodness, a unique salad (followed by dessert of course) and more than a few laughs all queued up for you. Happy humping!

* Who knew that the First Lady was so into hugs?

* Despite Bob Costas' best efforts, nothing captures emotion better than a beautiful still image 

* Great idea buddy. Great idea.

* Will we float through the air with the greatest of ease? Finally scheduling my birthday gift to Dr. H for August.

* If you're one of those people who avoids salads with bacon and mayonnaise, I'm not sure we can be friends anymore.

* Why stop at bacon? Bring on the dessert! (easy enough for even the dessert challenged such as myself)

* If you like the show GIRLS, you're going to love BOYS

* How does that saying go? If at first you don't succeed, try try again?

* I want to work with whoever did THIS

* P to the S - Bloggity blog had some RECORD breaking traffic yesterday! Many many thanks for reading and sharing

* Be even more merry - follow me on "the Twitter" @seektobemerry (pretty please;)

Let the Games begin!!

Olympic Fever takes London
(photo credit: AB)

Do you have Olympic fever yet!? Though a healthy dose of Netflix supplied Friday Night Lights has kept Dr. H and I occupied during the summer tv draught (clear eyes!) I am PUMPED to watch swimming, gymnastics, soccer, diving, track and a whole host of other sports I only care about once every four years.  Though a hockey girl at heart, I loooove me some summer games and don’t even GET Dr. H started… he may leave me for Bob Costas and live in an Olympic Village of serenity if I’m not careful. Here to kick off the thirtieth Olympiad (aka, the XXX Olympiad, how sexy!) is some awesome inspiration for the wannabe Olympian in your life. Go USA! 

Love an excuse for a theme party!
Get inspiration HERE (and via Pinterest HERE)

Make your viewing of the Opening Ceremonies tonight a bit more festive. Drinking game suggestions HERE and HERE. Or perhaps a game of Olympics BINGO!?

Sangria with a serious American allegiance (pinterest HERE)

Did you know: London has played host to the Olympics twice before – once in 1908 & again in 1948, making London the 1st city to have hosted the modern Games of 3 Olympiads. 

Summer Olympics in a box.

Melanie over at YouAreMyFave, puts my Olympic enthusiasm to shame. Check out some of her AMAZING Olympic-inspired ideas HERE. 

I must find an excuse to use this
Click HERE for the free printable template!

Looking for the best spots in NYC to get your Olympics on? Check out THESE great options (courtesy of the always awesome Daily Candy). 

Let the games begin!!!
(photo credit: AB)