MIMM: Anniversary Recap #2 & Other Marvels

Let’s take a look at all the marvelous things that are happening lately!  

Marvelous is my 3 year anniversary date with Kyle!

Not only did he spoil me with a steak and lobster dinner at home, we also went to Cold Spring Tavern! It’s rated the top romantic getaway restaurant in Santa Barbara and it blows us away every time we go! 

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 We started off the meal with a platter of appetizers that included charbroiled tiger shrimp, venison sausage stuffed mushrooms, and artichoke hearts which were absolutely delicious! By this point we had been feasting on so much of their warm bread that I would have felt completely satisfied with leaving dinner at that. 

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Our entrees came with a first course of either lobster bisque, salad, or a hearty chili, and Kyle and I decided to order the bisque and chili so we could try a bit of everything. I feel like it’s almost comical to watch us eat since we’re always swapping dishes across the table! 

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For his main entree, Kyle ordered the Sautéed Duck Breast which came with sautéed vegetables and unreal garlic mashed potatoes. His dish was definitely the highlight of the meal!

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For my main, I ordered the Cold Spring Chicken that was superb as well. It came stuffed with an almond-raisin stuffing and smothered with a sherry, sour cream, and mushroom sauce. Yum! 

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We had a wonderful evening and can’t wait to head up the mountains to our little getaway soon!

 (Before I forget, thank you guys SO much for the kind comments you left on my last post! You guys sure make me feel the love and Kyle adores reading compliments directed to him (even if he won’t admit it ;))

Marvelous is shopping! 

 Kyle humored me while I picked up a few things from Forever21. I feel like those benches were designed to hold all the poor brothers, boyfriends, and husbands. It always makes me laugh when I see a hoard of males camped out there! 

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Marvelous is going to the zoo today for my best friend’s birthday! 

Happy birthday Kelty, I love you! I feel so blessed to have you in my life and I value your friendship more than anything. You have such a kind heart, great sense of humor, and are always there for me. I could go on and on about your wonderful qualities!

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Marvelous is baking!

 I’m trying out a new recipe for lightened up pumpkin bread, so stay tuned folks! 

 Skinny Banana Bread!

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What’s the most marvelous thing about your monday?

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3 Year Anniversary Recap!

Hi guys!

I know, I know, I’ve been a bad blogger lately. 

My life right now pretty much revolves around college and studying, so I feel as if there just isn’t anything interesting to blog about! (Do any of you guys get in this rut?)

Anyways, here’s an update on what’s been going on in my life lately! 

On the 6th I had my 3 year anniversary with Kyle. 

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I didn’t get out of class till 8:30 at night, so we put off our big anniversary dinner till today. Kyle, however, offered to make dinner for me when I got back and went all out with rib eye steak and LOBSTER. It was absolutely delicious and we had leftover steak for the next day. Steak leftovers? Not bad for college students! 

Not only did he cook me dinner, but he put in the extra effort to make the meal lovely and intimate with candles and flowers. I can’t even express how much I love and appreciate him!

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We also exchanged anniversary gifts and I loved how thoughtful his present is. He knows I love custom things, and ordered a beautiful, handcrafted ring from Etsy for me! 

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My present to him was a leather messenger bag. I swear that boy has been talking about getting one since high school, and I knew he would love the “mountain-man-y” colors and material. He loved it and has been using it everyday!

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Tonight we will be going on our “official” anniversary date to Cold Spring Tavern. If you’ve been reading my blog for a while, you might recognize the restaurant since we’ve gone there twice before for another anniversary and Valentine’s Day. We’ve decided that it’s “our place”! 

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I’m ridiculously excited for tonight and feel so unbelievably blessed to have Kyle in my life. I could go on and on about him and all of his wonderful, wonderful qualities! 

These past three years have been the best of my life and I can’t wait to see what the future holds for us!

Kyle, you’re my rock, the best thing that’s ever happened to me, and I love you with all my heart and soul.

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