Monday, August 15, 2011

Coffee & Chocolate: A blogger meet-up

So, I'm back early darlings.  Moving didn't really go as planned.  As we were all ready to go with our closing date last week, we were surprisingly notified that we needed additional paperwork unbeknownst to us and this set our closing date back a couple more weeks.  Total bummer indeed.
I could definitely gripe as this whole home buying process has been slightly grueling to say the least.  I however will refrain as I have heard many similar stories from first time homebuyers... so seems this is all run of the mill. And really, I am just thankful to actually be able to purchase a house.

On a happier note, I had the quite awesome opportunity to meet up with a dear blogger friend of mine.  Chaucee of The Fieldbook (formerly Streets and Stripes), was one of the very first lovely ladies I met here on blogger.  Coincidentally, she lives only a few towns over from the one I grew up in.  As she just returned from a semester spent in Israel, we were able to arrange a meet-up in the cutesy little town of Lancaster.  Though the night was wet and sticky as all get out, we have such great time of conversation at Prince Street Cafe as well as some heavenly chocolate at Cafe Chocolate in Lititz, and a bit of shopping around Target.  I seriously can't say enough about this girl, as it was pretty darn cool chatting  fashion, but even better to discover how much we have in common beyond the blogging world.  We of course manage to pop in a little impromptu photo shoot...and Albert (who tagged along for part of the night) got in on it as well.  

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Chaucee was so sweet to snap so many lovely photos of me and Albert that I couldn't just pick one to post here, so I give you this:


We are cheeseballs for sure.

Have a sunny week!  Later this week, another lovely lady will be taking over as I continue to get ready for my move.  The saga continues....See you soon!

Love,

46 comments:

  1. What a fun blogger meetup!
    You both look so cute, and what could be more fun than an afternoon of coffee and chocolate?

    Chic on the Cheap

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  2. WOW the pictures are wonderful! : ) The last one is super cute! <3 And your whole outfit is beautiful, especially the hairband and the dress! LOVE IT!

    http://cinderellaalert.blogspot.com/
    xoxo

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  3. Sounds like a fun meet up, I keep thinking if I met a blogger in real life I'd be super nervous and awkward! You look lovely as usual, especially the cute socks and crochet waist coat ! xx

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  4. oooh this pictures with your boy are so supercute and adorable;) and i love your crochet vest!!! i hope i can manage also blogger meet ups in futures seems really fun!!

    love and kiss,mary

    http://maryloucinnamon.blogspot.com

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  5. I'm so glad you loved the ones of you and Albert. I realized that I had some settings messed up on my camera and a lot more would have turned out...oh well we'll save it for next time : )
    It was SUCH a blessing meeting you. I'm glad you have you as a real life friend now. :D

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  6. Aww such lovely pics and how great to get to meet up in real life. Very jealous you're moving into a home of your own with no landlord breathing down your neck about pets and picture hooks and other renting no-no's! Thanks for the lovely comment on my blog. I love your blog too and your fantastic quirky style :)

    www.theheadlessmannequin.blogspot.com

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  7. aww i'm SO jealous!!
    you both look adorable... :)
    xx

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  8. oh, you both are really beautiful :) so lucky u meet your blogger friend directly. i wish i can meet you someday, marisa :) you and albert look so happy and silly (hehe), remind me of me and my fiance(he wore thick glasses too!).
    am i already mention about your outfit? i love it as always. the lace vest and socks look so cute on you :) good luck about your moving thing. let us know if you guys already move to the new house :))

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  9. It looks like such a fun meetup! These pictures made me smile, and I especially love the last one. And I am in LOVE with this perfect outfit. Mint green and lace- yes please! xx

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  10. How exciting! I love blogger meetups! And you both look adorable!

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  11. Yay for the blogger meet! Great aren't they?!
    You both look super cute in your outfits and I am loving the last moving image <3

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  12. adorable pictures! after just moving to the DR yesterday and looking at all the paperwork that is about to begin, i totally understand how you feel about the homeowner papers.. it seems to never end! but hopefully our stress will pass soon enough :)

    Tia

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  13. you are the cutest! These photos turned out so lovely:) and your outfit is amazing, i love everything about it!

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  14. You both look really lovely Marisa :) It's so nice to make friends in the blogging world - and even nicer when you find out you have more in common than just blogging/fashion and become real life friends like *that*!

    I'm sorry the move hasn't gone ahead yet, I hope when it does it goes smoothly for you! Fingers crossed!

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  15. alksjdlajd AMAZING PHOTOS! I've always wanted to do a blogger meet up! It just sounds like oodles of fun. These photos are incredible. And, as always, you and your husband always make me swoon! haha. I LOVE IT.

    Good luck with the move! Definitely sounds ridiculously stressful... But finger's crossed and chin up!

    QUIRKYEXPLOSION.blogspot.com

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  16. Aww that is unfortunate! I hope that everything w the moving process goes more smoothly for you! Great photos and adorable outfit down to those precious socks paired w. Those amazing shoes! :) lo

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  17. This might be one of my favorites of yours. I just love that minty color, it really looks good on you! You can pull off anything. Also, I REALLY want some socks like that! They're perfect to wear with sandals, and the ruffle is so feminine. It looks like you had a great time! Oh, and could you and Albert get any cuter? I think not.

    xoxo
    Em

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  18. These pictures are super cute. Love, love your outfit. ♥

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  19. Aww, the photo-montage at the end is so cute! I love your outfit too, especially the crochet vest!

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  20. Oh, how much fun!! You both look great! :)

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  21. Your post was very inspiring. I like your writing style...a LOT!

    I'm trying to be come a member of Blogger's Wardrobe, a super exclusive blogging group that will revolutionize the fashion world. Please check out my post and click on the Blogger's Wardrobe link when you get a chance! Thanks so much!

    http://goodbadnfab.blogspot.com/2011/08/help-me-unlock-key-to-bloggers-wardrobe.html

    goodbadnfab

    style and musings of a LA fashion lawyer

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  22. Sweetheart, I am so sorry to hear about your moving woes, but on my own selfish note, I AM GLAD YOU ARE BACK TO BLOGGING!!!! ♥♥

    You look uber cute in this set of photos awwww. I just love how sweet you and Albert are together, I can see the love for you written all over his face. Send him a hug from me! :)))))))

    Oh, and I checked for you, I bought that cardigan back in April this year.


    xoxo,
    Addie
    The Cat Hag

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  23. looks nice!!love your shoes:) x

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  24. Sorry moving's been a drag. Hope it gets better for you.
    You look lovely! so much so that I featured you here: http://rubyeyedokapi.tumblr.com and will be featuring you this coming weekend at http://tiedemanntribe.blogspot.com

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  25. Sounds like a fun time! You both are so cute. I love both outfits!

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  26. So CUTE! Love your cute little socks! : )
    www.cathykhayes.blogspot.com

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  27. Two of my favorite blogging gals. Too cute!

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  28. what a way to make a comeback! oh Marisa, how i love these awesome cobble stone street strolls!!!! Lancaster seems like such a town from another time, i'm thrilled for you about getting to meet up with Chaucee (love her name!)and all you got up to. they have a Target there? must be the quaintest one ever! you girls are so sweet and Albert got great shots.

    my screen sat on the gif for a loooong time, totally enjoyed seeing you two love it out like that!!

    don't worry bout the delay doll, it's in the works and when you walk through the door of your new home everything else will be a distant memory! happy week! xoox ♥

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  29. Man, moving really is a pain in the butt! Sorry it didn't go as planned, but I'm sure everything will work out. Love these photos! Looks like you two had a fun time.

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  30. Oh geez I went through the same exact thing last year, moving is insane.

    You both look lovely! I really love your dress and the pics of you and your guy are so sweet!

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  31. I'm totally in love with your blog..This dress is really very sweet and the pictures are lovely! Take a look at my blog: http://black-chocolate-girl.blogspot.com

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  32. how fun! you guys look so pretty !

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  33. Oh goodness, I love everything about this outfit. The colors, lace, socks with sandals... Great outfit!

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  34. I love this outfit! You and albert look so cute together too :)

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  35. Awww, I LOVE your gif!! It's so sweet. Your dress is such a pretty color, and I love your vest! Blogger meet ups are the best! :)

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  36. I don't know if I've told you already, but you're freaking beautiful! Those pics of you and Albert are funny & cute :) You guys look like you have a blast together.

    PS. I love that vest!

    www.ravenhaireddoll.blogspot.com

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  37. Blogger meetups seem so fun! You definitely look very stylish and cute :)
    And how sweet are you and Albert together??

    http://lifeisaromanticpoem.blogspot.com/

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  38. I love these photos, you both look so so adorable, it's always fun to meet up with other bloggers =)
    http://cupcakesandtreacle.blogspot.com/

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  39. oh, what a cute dress! you look just extremely lovely ✿

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  40. awwwwww!!! i loved this!! yay PA!

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  41. Eeeps! I love the animated photo of you and beau! So sweet :) xxx mervi

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  42. You look so cute! I love the lace vest, the hairwrap, and the socks with the platforms. Everything is just perfect! Also, love the cheesy boyfriend photos... where else can you post them if not on your blog?

    www.stylocrat.blogspot.com

    PS Thanks for your comment! :)

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  43. Am a huge fan of your adorable white waistcoat!! This outfit is so well put together.

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