Date Night: Gina's

The other day Brandon suggested that we go out on a date. At first he was thinking we would try a Chinese restaurant called Shanghai Nights (I have been before, he hasn't), but I had been craving Mexican food for the longest time after hearing a co-worker rave about the small diner-like eatery called Gina's. It didn't take much convincing, and after I was finished work, we got ready & headed out to Nanaimo.

First things first though - before dinner, we had to stop at the mall and check things out (as you can see, I bought the cutest cheese grater... Cheesy ;) Ha!). We didn't spend too much time there, however, because I was so excited for dinner! I mean, who doesn't love a good burrito or enchilada?

I opted for the chicken fajitas, and Brandon got the same but filled with steak. The food was SO incredible! We started off with tortilla chips and salsa - homemade salsa with onion, tomato, cilantro, and all other kinds of goodies that had me going on and on and on about how great it was. I swear, with every bite I said, "Oh my GOD, this is so good!" And I repeated that over & over again after my actual dinner too! While I was eating, I sipped on a margarita & left with a full, stuffed belly. Seriously. If you guys are ever in Nanaimo and are looking for some out of this world food, go to Gina's! It's a bonus that the decor and colours are so bright and cheery :)

PS. We may have stopped at Dairy Queen for some dessert on the way home. Midnight truffle is delicious!

I hope you all are having a great Friday night! I signed up for another run today. It's the Run for MS 2011 and I have the option of doing 3, 5, or 10 K. I'm thinking either the 5 or 10. Aaah so excited for my first run, and it's coming up soon - April 17th!

Happy weekend friends!

Date Night: Montana's (Cont.)

I totally forgot to post pictures from our actual DATE on here! How silly of me. I swear my head has been up in the clouds lately. Nevertheless, here they are! Montana's has brown paper ontop of all the tables, as well as a cup of crayons so you can draw while you wait/eat/drink. Brandon and I jumped at the opportunity, as you can see. Here's a little taste of our artistic abilities!

PS. The purple arrow at the bottom was pointing to me. At the other end of the arrow, Brandon wrote, "I love this girl." That's why mine says I love this boy more, in awful printing that could only be done by A) me, and B) a broken red crayon.

I am brainstorming a Weekly Wishes post and putting together pictures for you guys! What would you guys like to see more of?

Date Night: Montana's

1. Snapping pictures of myself while I was getting ready to go out with Brandon tonight. We don't go out a lot, and by going out I mean dinners, movies, etc. However, last night we both agreed to go to Montana's. It's a log cabin styled restaurant that has such good food! I couldn't believe how full I was after!

2. WHAT THE -- Who is that girl in the mirror!? Thought it was funny!

3. This was my whole entire day. Reading magazines, blogs, and lounging on the couch. Yes, the pink sweatpants may or may not have made an appearance (yes, I'm addicted).

4. Jacket: Winners, Skinny jeans: Pashu (also from Winners), Floral shirt: CostaBlanca, Heels: XOXO patent mary jane pumps.

5. Outfit without the jacket (I don't think I was wearing shoes either).

6. I thought about wearing this glitzy shirt with my outfit, but I decided it was too dressy for Montana's, so I opted for the more casual T!


I know my pictures aren't in order, but that's exactly why I decided to do the list thing and explain things there.

Exciting news:

I applied at a restaurant called Odika on Saturday after work at the spa. Yesterday I had an interview, and today was my first day. Talk about things moving fast! I only worked for a couple hours, but I am back into the swing of things as far as waitressing goes! I am excited for my next shift on Saturday :) I will be working Saturday, Sunday, and Monday at Odika's, and Tuesday at the spa. I might also be working some evenings at the restaurant - weeooh, tips!

I'm hoping to go into Duncan tonight and find some more shirts for work. Surprisingly, I don't have very many basic black shirts (or cute ones, either, besides the one I'm wearing now). I also want to find a PINK (yes, must be pink) wireless mouse and a laptop case. Hopefully I'll have some company too!

Have a wonderful evening, lovelies!

Holly xoxo