These are a few of my favorite things

• My husband

•  Since June 1, 2010 when I received his first letter, I knew there was something spectacular about Jared Anthony Egan. My love began that day and has only grown since. He is everything I could dream of and more. It's kind of disgusting how much I adore him. He is one of those guys that has every quality each girl describes on paper but knows she could never have... Because someone with all that amazing-ness couldn't possibly exist! I am in awe every single day that he would choose ME, when he had his pick from just about any girl in the world. I love you, baba tortak, till the end of time!
• Babies

• You know those creepy ladies in the grocery store that make funny faces at your child while you are loading the milk and eggs onto the conveyor belt? Welp, that would be me. The condition I have goes WAY beyond "baby-hungry". It's more like "baby-starving"!! Anyone that knows me well can expect to see a babe in my arms if there is one anywhere in a 10 foot radius. Even my boss has promised that I will be the permanent babysitter for his unborn child. "What about ugly babies?" you might ask. Well, my dear reader, I say that there is no such thing as an ugly baby! I'll even go as far to say that Benjamin Button was adorably sweet in his own way. Needless to say, do not worry if you can't seem to find your ankle-biter if I am anywhere in the vicinity.
• Shoes

• Why is it that us females need to feed our shoe craving? This is a question that has puzzled men for centuries. If I had the answer, believe me I would give it to you. But it is one of those unspoken truths of womanhood that we just can't deny. I couldn't even begin to tell you the number of shoes that I call mine. Not only do I have a closet designated for them here in my town-house, but two closets at my parents house, many in my cars, under most of my furniture, and some left at my sisters and friends houses. You would think since I have size 3 in children's that I wouldn't have needed to buy any more shoes since the 4th grade. Perhaps I could have survived. But I constantly find myself gravitating towards those perfect strappy heels or suede boots! This is a condition that will not be easily cured.
• Chinese lanterns

• Ever since I began planning for my wedding a year and a half ago (yes, I'll admit I began planning even BEFORE I met my hubby in person) I have been dazzled by the look of plump, colorful Chinese lanterns. Because of the theme of my wedding, they were sadly not included in the decor. However, my sweetheart knew of my fascination with the things and ordered me some for our new little house. They now decorate our bedroom, bathroom, and guestroom. I think they will make the perfect addition to our baby's room someday :)
• Mango Haagen Dazs ice cream

• I believe it was the lovely Hayley Kanski who introduced me to this delicious snack. I will be eternally grateful, my dear. This has been a special treat for me and Jared for about one year now. Every time the tropical taste of this sherbet melts on my tongue, memories of cool summer nights with my love come flooding back. This is one of those sensations that I have a feeling will keep me young forever.
• Dancing 

• Speaking of staying young forever, comes my love for the art of dance. It doesn't matter if I am watching, creating, or performing--I am entranced by it. Having started classical ballet at age 3, I literally do not have a lasting memory of not having dance in my life. I have experienced everything from tap, celtic, jazz, ballet, military, hip hop, lyrical, to ballroom. Some of my fondest memories as a child were blasting Enya in my living room and twirling around until I passed out dizzy. Even though I am not actively pursuing any team or company at this point, dance will always be a part of my life.