The Story

Jen: Here's a little Jen and Crystal history ...

I went to Denker Elementary K-the beginning of 3rd grade, then switched schools. Crystal started Denker in the 3rd grade.

I went to Casmir Middle School. Crystal went to Magruder Middle School. Our schools were rivals!

Crystal and I met at North High School our freshman year in our Algebra class, and quickly became best friends. Odd, right?

Well, listen to this!

Both of our moms were single moms. Our dads lived out of state. We each had 2 younger siblings. Our siblings were the same ages!

Although our siblings started out at different elementary schools, they did attend the same middle school and now high school. That means that Crystal and I get to share in all the graduations together!!!

{Crystal and Jen @ Liz and Johnny's middle school graduation}

{Johnny and Lz}

{Jen and Crystal @ Joey and Michelle's high school graduation}

{Joey and Michelle}

I wish I could find Joey and Michelle's middle school grad pics. Do you have any, Crystal? And the last set will come in 2 years when Johnny and Liz graduate from high school!

Crystal: LOVE this post :) :)

And I definitely have pics from Michelle and Joey's middle school grad....that was when Avery was still here so I know I have them somewhere...I'll have to sift through my files and post them from home. :)

I love our friendship....and I love that we get to partake in so many family-type things...not just going out and having a drink or whatever....but the real stuff that matters. :) :)

A Little About Us...Crystal :)

Crystal: I figured I would post a separate post for mine - the coding was getting all screwy when I tried to do it in the same one :) :)

Here I go!

1. What is your current obsession?
I obsess over EVERYTHING...but I guess I'll go with Disney Pins. :)

2. What are you listening to?
The sound of a quiet office....tapping on the keyboard, staplers stapling, bits and pieces of phone conversations, the hum of the computer...

3. What is your favorite food?
Mmmm...if it's carbs, then chances are I'll like it...mac and cheese is up at the top - some good BACKED mac and cheese especially. Otherwise - I'd have to go with a BJ's Pizookie...heaven :)

4. Favorite smell?
Baking cookies :) And Ralph perfume :)

5. What are you wearing today?
typical work clothes...black pants, blue shirt, nothing spectacular. :)


6. Why is today special?
Every day that I get to spend another day with my son, family, and friends is a special day. :) Other than that - looking forward to dinner at The Melting Pot tonight :)

7. What would you like to learn to do?
sew clothing...take better pictures...scrapbook more creatively...Photoshop to its fullest

8. What's the last thing you bought?
A bunch of lunch food items from Target last night...along with diapers, wipes, a planter pot, and other misc stuff :)

9. What is your most challenging goal right now?
To get my photography business soaring enough to carry me into a full time career....but it's a challenge I have faith that I can overcome. :)

10. What's your must have piece for this Winter?
Just a jacket :) I like the coat I have now, so I'll probably just stick with that one. :)


11. What would you like to have in your hands right now?
My beautiful son, Avery :(

12. What would you like to get rid of?
negative energy in my life...i hate it.


13. If you could go anywhere in the world for the next hour, where would you go?
Disneyworld :)

14. What are your plans for the future?
To have a full-time photography career and to go to Disneyworld this December :)


15. Who do you want to meet right now?
Can't really think of anyone....I have everyone I need in my life, and don't really have any "heroes" of sorts....??


16. Who is your favorite model(s)?
I remember when I was younger I just thought Nikki Taylor was soooo gorgeous...currently I think one of the most beautiful models is that Victoria Secrets model...don't know her name, but here's a pic :)

17. Favorite label/shop?
I would love to be able to 1. Afford and 2. Fit into Guess clothes....I am in love with their ads and their window displays :)


18. What is your favorite piece of clothing in your own closet?
My beautiful, long, black and maroon dress :)


19. Describe your personal style?
Pretty basic on the clothing end....mainly solid colors, lots of blacks, greys, dark colors...but I like to throw in a splash of purple, green, blue once in awhile...I'd probably wear jeans more if I didn't have to work in an office...but I normally wear skirts and slacks...heels or boots.....accessories is my thing - LOVE big earrings and pretty necklaces and bracelets. :)


20. What are you going to do after this?
Get back to work :)


21. What would you love to see come back in fashion?
Well I'm not too sure - but I'd like to see the 80's go away....I'm NOT liking the clothing selections at my usual stores.....way too teen directed. Usually I can find juniors clothes and styles that are still work appropriate....but not lately. :(