Showing posts with label Henry. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Henry. Show all posts
Happy Thursday peeps! We are so close to the weekend, I can almost smell the cocktails! Lately, it seems like weekends are passing by in the blink of an eye, but then weeks are so slow. I blame it on the fact that the sun is coming up later and setting earlier. I don't know why, but its changing my mood.
I was telling Adam last night how cool it would be, if, in the winter, when it's freezing , the sun was actually out longer and then vice versa in the summer. Wouldn't that make life more bearable? How do I achieve this?
While I'm contemplating temperature change and winter, let's chat about some things.
These stock photos from Helene are giving me everything I need. Beautiful, free pictures? Sold. The picture above is from her. She is such a rockstar. Find her here --> heleneinbetween.com
You've all heard of Gawker right? About a year ago it was known as a gossipy website with a actual journalistic vibe to it. It wrote about celebrities but in a way that really drew me in. Now, Gawker is gone. Gawker is gone because Hulk Hogan had an affair with his best friends wife and Gawker wrote about it. Hulk Hogan won a $140 MILLION DOLLAR lawsuit against Gawker, forcing its hand and it's demise. "And so Gawker's demise turns out to be the ultimate Gawker story. It shows how things work."
Did you know that Tuesday was cheap flight day? I know, I'm two days late, sors. BUT! I was watching GMA (it's my morning guilty pleasure) and Amy said that after labor days, flights drop like crazy. Save that money people, let's plan some trips.
Lola is ten weeks old and barely knows her name but she is so cute and fluffy that I don't really care. Remember when I gave you guys puppy tips? Now, I need your tips. Please help. We're drowning over here in new puppy rules. Henry just keeps staring at us like "I told you people so" send. tips. please.
We all know Helen Mirren is queen, but have you see the interview with her and some dude from 1975. Turns out shes been the queen for quite a while. "I would hope that the performance, the play, and the living relationship between all the people on stage and all the people in the audience overcome such boring questions." BOOM.
Do my Denver friends remember my awesome deal with Oil & Vinegar? Don't forget to get your gift card! It's free money! Share with your friends!
Have you guys seen Britney Spears' new video? Holy hot. It appears to be sponsored by Orange Theory and Eros. But oh well. Welcome back Brit Brit.
Alright now that we have gotten caught up, let's look at pictures from the last few days.
I was telling Adam last night how cool it would be, if, in the winter, when it's freezing , the sun was actually out longer and then vice versa in the summer. Wouldn't that make life more bearable? How do I achieve this?
While I'm contemplating temperature change and winter, let's chat about some things.
These stock photos from Helene are giving me everything I need. Beautiful, free pictures? Sold. The picture above is from her. She is such a rockstar. Find her here --> heleneinbetween.com
You've all heard of Gawker right? About a year ago it was known as a gossipy website with a actual journalistic vibe to it. It wrote about celebrities but in a way that really drew me in. Now, Gawker is gone. Gawker is gone because Hulk Hogan had an affair with his best friends wife and Gawker wrote about it. Hulk Hogan won a $140 MILLION DOLLAR lawsuit against Gawker, forcing its hand and it's demise. "And so Gawker's demise turns out to be the ultimate Gawker story. It shows how things work."
Did you know that Tuesday was cheap flight day? I know, I'm two days late, sors. BUT! I was watching GMA (it's my morning guilty pleasure) and Amy said that after labor days, flights drop like crazy. Save that money people, let's plan some trips.
Lola is ten weeks old and barely knows her name but she is so cute and fluffy that I don't really care. Remember when I gave you guys puppy tips? Now, I need your tips. Please help. We're drowning over here in new puppy rules. Henry just keeps staring at us like "I told you people so" send. tips. please.
We all know Helen Mirren is queen, but have you see the interview with her and some dude from 1975. Turns out shes been the queen for quite a while. "I would hope that the performance, the play, and the living relationship between all the people on stage and all the people in the audience overcome such boring questions." BOOM.
Do my Denver friends remember my awesome deal with Oil & Vinegar? Don't forget to get your gift card! It's free money! Share with your friends!
Have you guys seen Britney Spears' new video? Holy hot. It appears to be sponsored by Orange Theory and Eros. But oh well. Welcome back Brit Brit.
Alright now that we have gotten caught up, let's look at pictures from the last few days.
I sent this to Coti last week and we could not stop laughing. I mean.
This is the view from our hike this weekend. Gorgeous does not even cover it.
My little man Henry + a plug to follow me on snapchat! @Kgrace01
My little lady Lola.
Happy Thursday everyone! I hope you have a wonderful day! We've almost made it.
Today is a great day! We are off to Tahoe for the rest of the week! Talk about the best (and most needed) time for a vacation! In about 5 hours I'll be sipping a vodka/soda with my fambam and I cannot wait.
Henry has been traveling with me both in airplanes and in cars since he was a very little pup, 8 weeks to be exact. He took his first trip to California on Southwest when he was just 10 weeks old. I'm pretty sure he's been on more planes than most humans. When we travel, people often ask me how do I do it.
Is he drugged? Does he like it? How much does he cost? What do you do with him?
The truth is, it's not the easiest thing in the world, but having my pup with me on vacation is totally worth any bit of hassle (or cost).
Henry has been traveling with me both in airplanes and in cars since he was a very little pup, 8 weeks to be exact. He took his first trip to California on Southwest when he was just 10 weeks old. I'm pretty sure he's been on more planes than most humans. When we travel, people often ask me how do I do it.
Is he drugged? Does he like it? How much does he cost? What do you do with him?
The truth is, it's not the easiest thing in the world, but having my pup with me on vacation is totally worth any bit of hassle (or cost).
Dog Carrier: Amazon (Dream dog carrier linked here).
- Make sure it's safe for your specific breed to travel. There are certain pups that cannot travel. Certain pups have small nasal passages that make it hard for them to breath at that high of altitude. This website has a great article on short-nosed pups and why they shouldn't fly. Check it out here.
- Check the airline you are flying for their rules and policies. I usually fly Southwest. They charge $95 each way for your pup. (Save the gasp for later -- I know it's crazy). Each airline has their own rules and costs. Southwest is the cheapest!
- Get a great bag. We've been through a lot of different bags trying out which bags he likes the best. We've settled on the one linked here -- it's great because it's large enough and doesn't collapse on him. It's big enough that I can put Henry in it (obvs), a blanket and his chewer.
- Know your pup and talk to your vet. The first time I flew with Henry I chatted with our vet about what she thought I should do. Because Henry was so little she thought he could do it without any meds. Some dogs though are overly worried or panic so ask your vet about either an anxiety med or a proper dosage of Benadryl. I give Henry half of an adult Benadryl and it doesn't knock him out, it just calms him a little and makes him sleepy. By the time we land, it's worn off and he's ready to party.
- Bring something that will make your pup feel safe and happy (& treats). Ever since Henry was a pup he's had the same blanket and the same stuffed animal. I make sure to bring them everywhere because I know he's used to them and it make him feel a little more secure. Also, he gets a few extra treats on travel days.
- Get your pup used to his bag. Before Henry got used to it, I would take the bag out a few days before we left and let him feel it out. I would take him to the store in the bag. I would carry him around in it, so he got used to being in the bag and feeling comfortable in it. Now when it comes out, he automatically jumps in the bag without me having to ask.
- Give yourself extra time. This is key. Before we go in the airport, I make sure Henry has a little mini walk around to pee one last time. Then you have to pay for him, go through security ect. In regards to security - you have to carry your pup through the metal detector, no body scanner for you. Then they have to swab your hands and test them. I've had this go off a few times which in that case you have to have a full pat down in a private room. Most times the swab doesn't go off and we are good. But the few times it has, it has left us running to the gate.
- Check the airport rules. Some airports like Phoenix have dog parks you can take your dog too in the airport for them to use the bathroom. Phoenix even let's you walk your dog on a leash in the airport Some airports like Omaha don't allow you to have your pup out of the bag. Denver let's me hold him right up to the point of walking on the plane. It's important to know the rules for where you are leaving from and arriving in to.
- Be considerate of others. The matter of the fact is some people don't like dogs and don't want dogs near them. I always ask before I pick a seat if they are comfortable with a dog. 99% of the time, people are ecstatic. But I've had people practically yell at me that I couldn't sit by them. Their loss because I will 100% guarantee that my dog is quieter than the baby that they let sit by them. Oh and remember, when traveling with a pup, no emergency row for you!
- Be considerate of your dog Most dogs are not as airport friendly as Henry. Traveling, like for humans, creates a lot of chaos, anxiety and nerves. Like I said before, a lot of people love dogs and they will want to pet your pup. Remember that being a bag with tons of humans wanting to pet him can be nerve wrecking I try to keep Henry to myself most times just to make sure he stays calm. Hey, if people think I'm being a bitch, that's fine. The safety an well-being of my pup is way more of a concern than you wanting to pet him.
See, I told you he loves his bag. Do you travel with your pup or animals? What advice would you offer?
This weekend, Henry, Adam and I ventured to the vet this weekend, exciting I know. But Henry has the worst breath in the world. He's had his teeth cleaned before, he eats dental cleaning chewers and he's still cute, so I never really thought twice about it.
After telling us how cute Henry is, as predicted, the vet told us that Henry's teeth are gross and need to be cleaned, okay. However, the vet also told us, which we were not expecting, was that Henry is fat.
I've always known that Henry was a little pork chop/breakfast sausage, but then the vet repeated himself again, Henry is fat, he needs to lose 1.5 pounds, no more overfeeding and no treats. Keep in mind Henry is a solid 9.5 pounds, so losing 1.5 might not seem like a lot, but it is.
Having someone tell you, you cant give treats to your dog is like telling you not give your baby treats (at least that's how I make the correlation). I knew I couldn't give up treats entirely, but I knew I needed to find a good treat. A treat that is good for his teeth and his future summer bod.
Oh hey, here's the part where I tell you that Henry got to try these treats in exchange for me writing about them. If he had opposable thumbs you better believe it's be writing this because he loved them.
Cue, Caru Dog Treats. Caru all started because the pet parents had a dog with ear infections. After learning more about what dog treat and food brands put in food (don't read some labels) they knew they needed to make something better. So in close collaboration with an accomplished animal Ph.D. nutritionist, they created a complete line of nourishing meals and treats that look, smell and taste as good as homemade food.
Here are some reasons you and your pup will LOVE Caru.
After telling us how cute Henry is, as predicted, the vet told us that Henry's teeth are gross and need to be cleaned, okay. However, the vet also told us, which we were not expecting, was that Henry is fat.
I've always known that Henry was a little pork chop/breakfast sausage, but then the vet repeated himself again, Henry is fat, he needs to lose 1.5 pounds, no more overfeeding and no treats. Keep in mind Henry is a solid 9.5 pounds, so losing 1.5 might not seem like a lot, but it is.
Having someone tell you, you cant give treats to your dog is like telling you not give your baby treats (at least that's how I make the correlation). I knew I couldn't give up treats entirely, but I knew I needed to find a good treat. A treat that is good for his teeth and his future summer bod.
Oh hey, here's the part where I tell you that Henry got to try these treats in exchange for me writing about them. If he had opposable thumbs you better believe it's be writing this because he loved them.
Cue, Caru Dog Treats. Caru all started because the pet parents had a dog with ear infections. After learning more about what dog treat and food brands put in food (don't read some labels) they knew they needed to make something better. So in close collaboration with an accomplished animal Ph.D. nutritionist, they created a complete line of nourishing meals and treats that look, smell and taste as good as homemade food.
Here are some reasons you and your pup will LOVE Caru.
- Carefully selected, human grade products. This means you could eat them and that they all pass FDA regulations. This is crazy to me that not all dog brands have to follow this. We let dogs sleep in our beds, lick our faces but then we feed them food that is harmful to people? What are we thinking.
- Made in the USA. Go 'Merica.
- Great for dogs with allergies. If Henry is anything like me (and people say we look alike soo) then he is suffering with allergies. Anything that can help, I am on board.
Henry absolutely loved the treats. He loved them so much that I have to keep them in the garage because he can smell them, through the bag and the Ziploc I put them in. I'm not lying, he was scratching at the laundry room door because he knows that's where his treats are.
The cool thing about Caru is there are a lot of different flavors to chose from. Do you have a picky dog? Want your dog to try new things? Oh well, you are in luck. From Alligator to Venison, I'm pretty sure you'll find something your pup will love.
Henry chose the venison and loves ittt. So, what are you doing? You should be entering the giveaway below!
THREE lucky winners will receive a bag of dog treats, the flavor will be up to your pup!
So go, enter below!
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Today, this blog post is dedicated to Henry James III. For those of you who don't know Henry -- he is a 6 year old, 8 pound Yorkie with no predecessor, is worthy to be a third and runs our household like he's the boss. He's basically the best dog in the world. This post may be a little shameless as I divulge all the secrets surrounding Henry.
Anyways, let's get to the point. Today, Henry & I are sharing the best dog parts about Denver. One of the coolest parts about living in Denver is that it is 100% dog friendly. From hotels to restaurants to the Home Depot, Henry goes everywhere with us. Don't believe me, he even has a carseat for our adventures.
If you're new to Denver or you just need some suggestions as to where your pup can venture, this is the post for you! This is Henry's Dog-Friendly Guide to Denver.
RESTAURANTS:
STORES:
Ps. I understand that sometimes dogs are not ideal companions for certain activities: work, the symphony, a Broncos game. So, in those rare instances, I have the perfect website for you to find dog boarding and pet sitting. Check out Rover.com to find your dogs perfect match! They also have great local dog boarding options right here in Denver!
ps. this bowtie is from rover boutique and it's the cutest.
Anyways, let's get to the point. Today, Henry & I are sharing the best dog parts about Denver. One of the coolest parts about living in Denver is that it is 100% dog friendly. From hotels to restaurants to the Home Depot, Henry goes everywhere with us. Don't believe me, he even has a carseat for our adventures.
I told you he had a carseat.
If you're new to Denver or you just need some suggestions as to where your pup can venture, this is the post for you! This is Henry's Dog-Friendly Guide to Denver.
RESTAURANTS:
- Denver Beer Company: Beer for you, water bowl for your pups.
- Forest Room 5: Such a cool vibe right in the middle of the Highlands.
- The Tavern: One of our favs & the patio is awesome.
- Lala's Wine Bar Guys, I cannot tell you how awesome this place is.
- Squeaky Bean Drag queen bingo on Saturdays? Done.
- Wash Park Grille: Another one of our favs.
- Baker Street Pub
- Black Pearl Restaurant
- Home Depot
- Michaels
- Hobby Lobby
- Nordstrom
- Urban Outfitters
- Sheplers
- Petsmart & Petco (obvs)
- LUSH cosmetics
- Barnes and Noble
- Kennedy Dog Park
- Cherry Creek State Park
- Cherry Creek Trail
- High Line Canal Trail
- City Park
- Washington Park
- PS, there are tons of dog parks - check out the rest of them here!
HOTELS:
- The Doubletree in Breckenridge
- The Curtis, a Doubletree hotel
Thanks to Henry's guide, everyone can hang with their dog in Denver.
What did I miss? What are your favorite places to go with your dog?
Today is probably my favorite holiday (besides my birthday, of course!). Today and every day I celebrate Henry James III, the coolest dog.Henry James is a 6 and a half year old Yorkie. Cue the eye-rolling for all those who think small dogs aren't real dogs..but I've converted manyyy people into being small dog lovers and it's all because of how awesome Henry is.
I could go on and on about how rad he is, or how smart or how cute, or how he snores louder than most grown men, is faster than a cheetah (not really), or how he has human eyes but I figured I should just let the pictures do the talking.
Beware, there are a ton of pics coming your way!
I could go on and on about how rad he is, or how smart or how cute, or how he snores louder than most grown men, is faster than a cheetah (not really), or how he has human eyes but I figured I should just let the pictures do the talking.
Beware, there are a ton of pics coming your way!
only 3 months old
he loves the car seat
...small-dog haters, yes that's a car seat and yes he uses it.
do not worry, henry did not drink this beer and
no dogs were harmed in the taking of this picture.
our little family of three.
Now, if you don't mind, I'm gonna pour a glass of wine, get Henry a chewer.
If only I had this shirt from The Daily Tay to wear...hint hint.
Happy #nationaldogday everyone!
Last Saturday was more continuation of my recent bad luck. I tore my ACL. Bleh. Please save your condolences, because I've already thrown myself a pretty big pity party. I'm happy to report, the pity party is over. The sun is shining, it's 70 degrees in Denver and there are so many amazing things going on.
I find my inspiration in other people's joys. So, please instead of condolences, please leave things you're currently loving. Like I've said (blogged) before, sometimes life is hard, but it takes looking at the bigger picture to realize all the incredible things around us. Here are 8 things I'm loving right now.
I find my inspiration in other people's joys. So, please instead of condolences, please leave things you're currently loving. Like I've said (blogged) before, sometimes life is hard, but it takes looking at the bigger picture to realize all the incredible things around us. Here are 8 things I'm loving right now.
1. This clip from Dead Poet's Society.
2. This book.
3. This quote, via Eat Yourself Skinny.
4. Tomás
5. Henry James III. Yes, he has a middle name and a suffix. And no, there wasn't a first or second Henry James.
6. Adam. Wedding planning. Anticipating the start of our wedding season and the final countdown. Showers galore, bachelor and bachelorette parties. Dress fittings. Venue walk throughs. Honeymoon planning. And the best part? 86 days until we're married.
7. Netflix. My saving grace for a torn ACL. Friends, CougarTown, Chicago PD, Vampire Diaries and basically every other show I could ever dream of.
8. This mug, thoughtful friends and a warm cup of coffee.
What are you loving right now?
Henry.
My 5-year old, 8 pound Yorkie.
Need I say more?
King of the side-eye.
“A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself.”
Day 17: I'm an expert at....
- Instagram. No, but really. I'm really good at posting pictures, hashtags, tagging people and making sure I post at least once a week.
- Tetris. I know what you're thinking, isn't everyone good at tetris? While that might be true, I'm an expert, I could play for hours...which explains some of my grades in college.
- Facebook stalking. I don't know if this is something to be proud of, but if you wanna know something, just ask me, and I promise you I will get to the bottom of it.
- Wearing black every day.
- Taking at least 12 pictures of Henry a week.
- Organization. Trust me, I have two planners, I use my phone and my gmail calendar. If you want to know when someone's birthday/anniversary/moving day is... I'm your gal.
- Online shopping. Oh man, this one gets me in big trouble. It has to be all those pesky emails I get 5 times a day from J. Crew.
- Singing in my car and in my shower where no one can hear me. I swear, Whitney Houston would be jealous of my car singing. but only when I'm alone. For some reason when other people are around I instantly become tone-deaf... it's the strangest thing.
- Going through airport security at a rapid pace, even when I'm alone, with Henry and have 3 bags. It's really quite incredible. People have complimented me.
- Movie quotes and lines from TV shows. I share this expertise with my brother. Maybe it's genetic. But quiz me, I can tell you any line from Friends, Boy Meets World, and most movies. I just wish this talen paid.
- Road Rage. Those of you who've been in a car can attest to this one.
- Making to-do lists. I love checking things off. Check! (anyone catch the friends reference? see, I told you, tv quotes!)
One of my favorite personal blog posts is the one entitled "Things to be Happy About." I wrote this post right after I graduated college, was living at home, just got my LSAT scores back and was trying to figure out my life. I was apprehensive about where my life was going, whether or not law school was a good choice for me, and basically just reconsidering a lot of things. I stumbled upon a website and it talks about everything you're happy about. It was a pick me up when I didn't even know I needed one. And it made me appreciate the every day things that I so often take for granted. So, here I am, 2 weeks away from starting my third year in law school. For the last two years, my life has been figured out. Law school, law school, law school. Now, starting this year, I have to re-figure parts of my life out. Where is life after law school? What kind of law? I'm going to be 26 when I graduate, where does that leave me? Where am I going to get a job? All those questions can really bog you down, so I think it's important to go back to the things that make me happy. So, here it is, my list of everything I'm happy about.
50 things..... in no particular order.
1. Law School: Even though I hate it at times, I love it all the same.
2. My mom & dad. They just celebrated 40 years together and are the best example of true love.
3. My brother & my sister, Camila. They just celebrated 3 months married. They are another great example of true love.
4. Erin. My heart. My sister.
5. Adam. My one true (human) love.
6. Henry My one true (animal) love.
7. Coti & Whitney. My best friends, my security, my persons.
8. Britt, Lynds and Lys. My law school life savers, wine drinkers, bachelor watchers and study buddies.
9. My apartment. The first place I lived alone and really made home.
10. My job. Even though its the hardest job I've ever had, its the most rewarding.
11. My iPhone. I know, that's cray, but I really love it.
12. Summer reading.
13. The Olympics. Besides the fact that I love the National Anthem more than anything, there's Ryan Lockte. Need I say more?
14. My steamer. I just got it. It's way better than an iron, and I love it.
15. My God. Forgiving, loving, strong, adoring, faithful and always there.
16. Friday-nights watching TV with Adam. Best part of my week.
17. Wine. Red wine, white wine, I don't discriminate.
18. Arizona, my home.
19. Carrie Underwood's Blown Away album. She speaks to me.
20. Henry kisses.
21. A good pair of flats.
22. Watching Adam cook.
23. Double dinner dates.
24. The Denver Broncos.
25. The strength of the human heart.
26. Blogging on a Friday afternoon.
27. My personal "K" coffee mug. (see photo below)
28. The paintings my mom paints for my apartment.
29. My dad's emails.
30. This lyric from Ho Hey by the Lumineers, "I belong with you, you belong with me, you're my sweetheart."
31. My brother's sarcasm.
32. Erin's hugs.
33. Netflix.
34. My family in Omaha.
35. Free speech.
36. The smell of my dad's cigars.
37. My middle name, Grace. For everything she was and for everything it stands for.
38. The wonderful memories of my grandpa, Horst. RIP.
39. Long walks with Henry.
40. Being in love with my best friend.
41. My kindle.
42. Watching Boy Meets World in the morning and Friends at night.
43. Skype.
44. My new sisters, Nati and Juli.
45. Picking out a great nail polish.
46. Running.
47. Birthdays. Anyones, not just mine. Even though I do love mine.
48. Sundays. God's day. Fun day.
49. Weddings.
50. Knowing that with hard work we're all going to be okay.
Surprise #51. This quote my dad sent me in one of his infamous (#29) emails. "As sure as God allows His children to be put into the furnace of struggles, setbacks and disappointments He also promises to be there to help them through and come out with a whole new outlooks on life." -Charles Sprugeon
Happy Friday Friends, I hope you have lots to be happy about!
This summer has been such a good one, yet it has been so busy. So, instead of blogging about every detail, I thought a photo montage would do the trick. I hope everyone's summer has been great, only one more month until school starts!
1. My awesome volleyball team. 2. Henry and his haircuts.
3. Adam, Red Sky and Brad Paisley.
3. Adam, Red Sky and Brad Paisley.
4. Britt, Red Sky and Carrie Underwood.
5. My brother getting married to the gorgeous Camila.
5. My brother getting married to the gorgeous Camila.
6. CWS. 7. Reunion trips with the girls.
8. Turning 25. 9. Coti turning 25.
8. Turning 25. 9. Coti turning 25.
Happy Summer Everyone!
1. Henry 2. My sleeping babe 3. Arizona & Nebraska
4. Camila, the bride, my sister-in law 5. Soulmate
I think my mom's pretty much the best painter in the world. Here's a painting she did of Henry on her iPad! Pretty incredible if you ask me. Maybe one of these days she'll paint me a real painting to hang in my house (cough cough mom) because one day her paintings are going to be worth millions, even though they're already worth more than that to me.
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