The Holidays this year could not have been better…ok, I could have done without the chilling cold and the torrential downpours, but other than that, it was a great low-key, and relaxing time!

I also must have been VERY good this year because Santa was VERY nice to me. Check out some of the loot:

1. Michele 18mm Patent Leather Watch Strap
2. Nikon D3100 Digital Camera
3. “What to Cook and How to Cook it”
4. McKenna Travel Folio
5. Waechtersbach 6-Piece Bowl Set

I’m typically not a resolutions person because a) it’s usually takes too much time and energy to think of them and b) 0% chance of actual follow through; HOWEVER, I’m giving it a go this year! Here’s what I’ve come up with:

1. Don’t sweat the small stuff. (In other words, I want to focus on worrying less about things that really don’t matter and focus more on what does. This is a BIG one for me and something I need to work on for my own personal sanity!)

2. Exercise regularly. (3-4 times per week. Of course, I’ll step it up a notch after the baby is born.)

3. Fit back into my fave jeans. (This is where exercise will be KEY!)

4. Learn how to use my new SLR camera.

5. Save more $$$ in 2011 than I did in 2010. (This should be interesting since we’re adding a little bambino to the mix, but definitely attainable.)

There you have it folks…short, sweet, but I think I can do it! (And yes, ladies and gentlemen, I officially have fat pregnant face…booooo!)

I think the rule should be…if you’re carrying a baby around in your stomach, you should get everything on your list…right!?!?!?!

1. Target, Simply Shabby Chic® Blue Linen Duvet Set: My house if over run with red…including my 2 guest rooms…I think this would tone down my fave color and add a lot of warmth.
2. Best Buy, Nikon D3100: You know, to take fabulous pics of my sure-to-be adorable bambino(a).
3. Anthropologie,  Beaded Swag Bib Necklace: I don’t think I have any yellow jewelry!
4. Amazon, Fiesta Oval Serving Bowl: I learned from my girl AK, you can never have too many serving pieces! 🙂
5. Amazon, Fiesta Utensil Crock: You know, to also break up the oh so much red in my house…
6. Endless.com, Tamarac Pile-lined Moccasin: These are for my soon to come swollen ankles…
7. The Container Store, Double Acrylic Shelves: I would actually use this as a small end table in my nursery…so it’s not “technically” for me.
8. Sur la Table, Cuisinart Mini Food Processor: I’m actually considering making my own baby food and I hear a food processor is a must…so again, “technically” not for me.

So, I need your help…The hubby and I are planning on investing in a video camera before the our little one arrives and I have 0 clue what to look for or what I would want in a video camera!

My first question is the memory, do we get a Shoot & Share, one with a hard drive, or one with a flash drive??? I’ve found a few that I like in each category, but I, obviously, have NO clue if they’re actually any good…soooo…all comments and thoughts are appreciated!

1. Flip Video
2. Sony Handycam
3. Sony HD Camcorder

So you all saw AK’s list of fabulousness. Now it’s my turn.

(Pssst…Husband PLEASE pay careful attention to what is to follow)

1. Victoria’s Secret, The Soft Sexy Wrap -I love the fact that this is like an upgraded t-shirt/cardigan combo. That is My FAVORITE combo and pretty much daily uniform, by the way.
2. Best Buy, Nikon D5000– I would love this camera more than any of my family members, including my dogs. Ook,  not them. But everyone else. If I hadn’t already proven myself to be an expensive camera breaker, I MIGHT actually be eligible for this gift.
3. Restoration Hardware, Telescoping Frames– Being that I just got married 10ish months ago, we have more pictures than we know what to do with. These are so unique and different.
4. Macys, Fiesta Canisters– I ADORE the green. These would look so cute in my colorful kitchen.
5. Etsy, dearestinez Large Leaf Earrings -UM so cute, so fun, so funky. I just may be gifting these to myself for Christmas.
6. Old Navy, Womens Cable Knit Slipper Boots– My toesies would be so toasty in these. I’ve seen a version of these everywhere and I have been coveting.
7. Urban Outfitters, Dachshund Lamp– Do I even need to go into why I would want/need this? No, I didn’t think so.
8. Ann Taylor LOFT, Refined Knit Ruffle Neck Dress– Because I NEED more ruffles in my life. NO, I don’t have anywhere to wear it! SO??
9. Mac Cosmetics, Tinted Lipglass in Spite -This was the first lipglass that I ever owned and I think I need to bring it back into my life Christmas 2009. It’s a mauvy pink and perfection.
10. Pier1, Assorted Doorknob Wall Hooks– I’ve been eyeing these babies for a while now. What a super cute way to hang your coat or whatevs.
11. Macys, Joseph Joseph Multi Color Spatula Design Cutting Board– Cute, colorful and belongs in mah kitchen!
12. Gap, Mesh Chain Necklace– I want this for two reasons: a) it’s a subtle way to do the whole sequin trend going on and b) I’ve already planned my New Years outfit and it won’t be complete without it.
13. Nordstrom, Jeffrey Campbell ‘Charo’ Slingback Sandal– Ruffles, love. Red, Love. Perfect HOT date with the hubby shoe. Nuff said.
14. bossa, Shiraleah Jennifer Large Tote Bag– This brand is pretty sweet…looks remarkably similar to HOBO International for a fraction of the cost, plus this blue color is totally rocking my world.
15. ZenniOptical, 2344 Plastic Full-Rim Frame– HOT pink frames? Must.have.

Oh, I almost forgot… while I’m wishing… I’ll take an endless supply of these.