Hi guys! I am a little late in saying this, but Happy New Year!! I hope you had a safe and happy one. My New Year’s Eve was so much fun!! I got in super late last night so being at work this morning (after having a week and a half off) was a bit of a struggle.
Like I had mentioned, I was in Seattle for most the weekend. My New Year’s Eve actually was in Olympia where my friend lives. We got all dressed up in our New Years finest.
The club we went to had great music and we danced (and drank) the night away!!
We, of course, got a bit silly as the night went on!
Since we drank the night away, Saturday was a day spent in pj’s watching reruns of Dexter.
I don’t have Showtime so I have never watched the show. It is super addicting!! Note to self: must rent all of the seasons now that I am back. Do you watch Dexter?
We headed back to Seattle and I got to experience some of the local eats. For a post-New Year’s dinner, we ate at Dick’s Drive In.
Nothing beats a good burger, fries, and milkshake, don’t you think?
Sunday, we made a stop at Cupcake Royale. They have some of the best cupcakes in Seattle. PS. I just love this neighborhood!
There were so many yummy cupcakes, it was hard to choose.
I went with the salted caramel cupcake! It was delish!
Sunday before I left, my friend and I met up with a friend of hers to tailgate for the Seattle Seahawks football game. This was such a blast! I have only tailgated at college games and it was taken to a whole new level!
Her friend’s dad has a decked out Seahawks RV. It was awesome!
This RV was quite stylish!
They even won a trophy for best Seahawks RV!
What would a tailgate be without food!
I had such a great weekend! It is nice to get out of town, even if for a few days! I am already thinking about planning out my next trip!
How was your weekend? What did you do for New Year’s Eve?
Other Swanky Scoop:
- Great article by fellow RDs, Our 25 Best Weight Loss Tips From Over the Years.
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I love Dexter!!! It’s one of my favorite shows for sure. I’ve watched seasons 1-4, but have to wait until the current season is on DVD before I can watch it. It’s so hard to wait!
I love living in Seattle, there’s so much to see and do!
On New Year’s Eve I went to a party at a friend’s house in Seattle; they have a view of the Space Needle so we were able to watch the fireworks.
I went over to your blog but I had a hard time leaving a comment for some reason. Your pasta dish looks delish!!
I totally agree that nothing beats a good burger and fries! That RV is out of control and I love it!
Looks like a great trip! We had a party for NYE but I was sick (boo) and then we actually tailgated and went to the Baltimore Ravens game on Sunday. Great time!
Wow looks like a super fun weekend!!!
Wow that RV is totally cool! Super fans!
Looks like you had a wonderful time! Tailgating sounds SO fun! I have only done it for college games too!! Ps. pretty dress for NYE!
Looks like you had a great weekend. I would have picked the salted caramel cupcake too – sounds amazing.
Happy New Year!
I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your dress! Where did you get it!? Seattle looks like a great time. I’ve never been, but it’s my top destination in the US I want to go to. My best friend in grad school was from Seattle and was a HUGE Seahawks fan. He always said they were the best football games – guess he was right
Thanks so much! I actually got it at American Eagle. It was pretty reasonably priced.
Looks like an awesome weekend! I love all the pics and I LOVE your NYE outfit!
Happy New Year! Those French fries for Dick’s look mmmmmm mmmm mmmmmmmm!
So many good food pics on this post! I’ve been hearing about this Dexter, but I haven’t watched yet. I think that will be my next Netflix pick!
wow what a fun weekend you look great
You were rocking my old hood before I moved to Germany. I LOVE Seattle culture and vibe, (PLUS!) PCC natural foods, and had cupcake royal for celebrations. Are you always so bright and chipper? Seriously, I feel as if you are a person who has a great balance in her life: book clubs, eats, family, physical energy and vibrancy, work, friends, and FUN….
Thanks so much! You are just too sweet!
How much fun!! I had my first tailgating experience in November, gotta tell you, you American’s sure know how to pregame!! Happy New Year!
Looks like you had an awesome NYE and trip to Seattle. That cup cake unreal. Ship me one? So glad you and your friend had a nice time.
Looks like you had a fabulous trip. Your hair looks absolutely gorgeous with some loose curls. That cupcake looks divine…. I have always wanted to go to cupcake royal.
xo
Thanks so much! I curled both our hair but we couldn’t seem to get my friends to stay.
The cupcakes were delish!
Sounds like you had a great time in Seattle! Seattle is such a fun city, and it looks like you took great advantage of it
You look super cute in that dress, and I love the glasses! That cupcake looks so delicious – I really like the combo of caramel and salt, so I can imagine how good that must have tasted.
I’ve never seen Dexter, but people keep telling me how much they love it. I should really check it out – maybe when I have more time!
Have a great end of your week, Kristen!
totally agree – burger, fries and a shake is such a winning combo
sounds like you had a great weekend! love your NYE dress!
Looks like you had a really nice time in Seattle. I can’t wait to visit Seattle someday, hopefully soon while we’re still on the West Coast.
Happy New Year. Love the dress you wore on New Years Eve…so cute. And that’s a pretty swanky tailgate RV…wow.
Wow – I’d say your trip was definitely a success!
Amazing pictures
Happy 2011, girl!
xoxo
Looks like you guys had fun!!! While you were dancing the night away, I was sleeping haha We’ve watched a few episodes of Dexter on Netflix, but it kind of creeps me out! I don’t handle blood all that well.
Happy New Year!
I LOVE your dress! You looked great!
I also love Seattle. It is so green there.
Next time you are in Seattle you should try The Yellow Leaf Cupcakes – they are amazing! http://www.theyellowleafcupcake.com/