HAPpyyyy New Year!!! I know it was technically yesterday, but I guess you could say that I like to prolong my celebrations a bit. And, as promised, I also told you all I’d fill you in a bit on our New Year’s Eve.
Yes, there was champagne. Quite a bit of it, actually. And my, oh my, was it delicious. And even better because it was consumed with some great friends!
All month long, Jay and I had just assumed we’d be laying low at home on NYE. Both sets of our parents typically like to go out and do something and we didn’t really feel like going “out” anywhere, so we planned on an evening at home. Then I got talking with my friend, Kanika, the other day, and she was telling me how her and Shaheen were planning on doing the same thing. One thing led to another and we said, hey, why don’t we just all lay low together!
So we headed over there around 6ish on NYE, and thanks to Lucas actually taking an afternoon nap, it gave us a little extra time for him to be able to play with his buddy, Kaura.
We all like to joke because even though they know and see the other one around, they really have no interest in actually playing together yet. A couple high-fives and clapping was pretty much the closest we got them to interact. Some day, you two. Some day!
While the kiddos played, the adults enjoyed a couple of snacks, including a spinach artichoke dip that I threw together shortly before we left the house. Good thing I had ingredients on hand!
As it got closer to bed time for the babes, we gave them a quick tubby to wind down. Thankfully, there were no tears like the last time they got in water together.
Once the kiddos were asleep, the adults sat down to have a real dinner, and it was deeee-lish.
Eye round roast with a horseradish sauce, roasted garlic potatoes, and salad. Amazing!
The four of us had a great time just sitting around the table, chatting, laughing, and consuming more champagne.
And then…there was dessert.
Kanika quickly picked up an assortment of cupcakes from The Fresh Market, so we quartered them all and shared. Don’t be fooled…I ate every last bite off that plate.
And then she shared some of her freakin’ delicious Jeni’s ice cream.
I’d heard of Jeni’s before (I think because I follow them on Instagram, actually), and was aware that they have some crazy, outrageous flavor combos. Here were the two that they already had on hand…
And I will say that the Goat Cheese with Red Cherries was out. of. this. world. Tasted just like cheesecake. SO good!
By the time we finished dessert, we realized it was heading for 11pm, so we gathered up the baby monitors and our glasses, and hit the couches to watch Pitbull, Seacrest, and whoever else was on hosting the countdowns this year.
Once midnight hit, I was more than ready hit the sack (I was shocked I even made it that late!), so we called it a night and headed to bed (we stayed over at their place for the night). It was such a good time, especially for having been thrown together so last minute!
Now, I’m super excited today not only because we’ve already made it to Friday, but ALSO because today is our 5 Year Wedding Anniversary. <3
So in honor of it being a Friday where there’s typically a fun facts post, how about we do a 5 Fun Facts, Anniversary Edition?!
1. The first time I actually met Jay was at a birthday party at a firehouse. I was a sophomore in high school (he was a junior), and I knew that he had just been dumped by a girl from my school (a friend of mine, actually). Womp womp. I saw him standing outside, so I went up to him, said I was sorry for what happened, asked if he was okay, and said that things will get better. I don’t think we exchanged much more than that, but boy, things sure turned out better for him, AMIRIGHT?!
2. Our first real “date” was a group date at a bowling alley. We shared our first kiss behind the scorekeeper stand/thingy, and Jay’s buddy poured soda down his shirt during it. Props to him for never even flinching…I would have never known!
3. We’ve traveled to Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Jersey, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Michigan, Nevada, St. Lucia, and Mexico together. We’re making some progress on our Adventure Map, that’s for sure!
4. When we were still in high school, I really thought we’d wind up getting married shortly after we graduated. Former friends of ours at the time got married young, and I think we both sort of assumed we’d follow suit. I’m glad that we waited as long as we did, because we still had a lot of growing up to do.
5. I asked Jay about 10 times yesterday to give me a “fun fact about us” to add to the list, and every time, he came up empty handed. So I debated on coming up with a fun fact to really bust his balls. Then I thought about telling you all that I still can’t watch our wedding video without crying within the first 2 minutes of it starting (which I guess I just did anyways, so there’s that), but I’ve decided to just end on a sappy note. So here it is:
I love that man so darn much. I cannot imagine a life without him, nor would I want to, and I love being able to call him not only my husband, but the father to our child.
Thanks for putting up with me all of these years, Jay Horan. <3
Lisa @ Life as Lisa Knows It says
Happy Anniversary!!! :-)
Justine says
You guys are too cute! Happy 5 years to you both. Hope you both have a wonderful day and weekend! Lucas is a cutie too….love reading your blog :)
Courtney says
Thanks so much, Justine! :)
jill conyers says
Happy anniversary! I’m going to keep saying happy new year all week :)
Linz @ Itz Linz says
happy anniversary! i’ve got to get some letters for the bathtub for william – my sister had them for jacob and he literally could identify most, if not all, the letters by 18 months!! and we are getting a fresh market in st louis – i’m so excited because i’ve heard great things!
Courtney says
You are going to LOVE Fresh Market!! :)
Stacie @ SimplySouthernStacie says
Happy Anniversary! I loved reading the little facts about the two of you! Here’s to many more years!
Courtney says
Thanks, Stacie!
Brynn says
Happy anniversary! I love that you knew he was the one, what a sweet and beautiful love story.
Marielle says
Aww Happy Anniversary!! My hubby and I will have our 5- year in October…time sure flys by huh?
Courtney says
It SURE does. Crazy!!
Shel@PeachyPalate says
Happy New Year! Those impromptu last minute nights usually end up being the best, no expectations, just relaxed real fun! Happy Anniversary you guys!
Monica says
Happy Anniversary! :)
Liv Healthy Liv says
So cute!! Happy anniversary!
Ooh, I’ve definitely heard of Jeni’s and some of their crazy (and crazy expensive) flavors, but I haven’t tried it yet. Those both sound incredible.
Colleen @ The Lunchbox Diaries says
Happy Anniversary!! I love the Fun Facts, Anniversary Edition :) We had a very similar NYE, except I was definitely in bed by 10:30 and I didn’t have champagne. Maybe next year!
Courtney says
Haha, yes, maybe next year! At least for the champagne, anyways ;)
Beks says
Happy Anniversary, Courtney! Five years is awesome! Have a Happy 2015!
Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries says
So glad you guys had a fun, but low key New Year’s Eve! Those are my kinda style these days. ;)
Happy Anniversary! You two are too cute.
Courtney says
Thanks, Ash!
Shawna says
sounds like a great NYE (i had champagne with fruit in it too, but lychee, because we were at a Thai restaurant for dinner), and happy anniversary! love how much you love your husband and so happy for you two.
Courtney says
Thanks Shawna :)
Bethany says
That brown butter almond ice cream looks insanely delicious!!
Courtney says
That one actually wasn’t that great…?!? It was super icy, and nowhere near creamy. Maybe just a bad batch?
Heather @ Housewife Glamour says
Aw, I love the five anniversary fun facts at the end! So sweet <3 We had a very low-key NYE too. Sometimes staying in is just as fun as going out. Happy Anny!
Courtney says
Totally agree! Happy New Year to you too, Heather! :)
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Happy Anniversary sweetheart! XOXO
Erin M. says
Happy Anniversary!!!!!
Claire @ Keeping Up With Claire says
Happy Anniversary! So sweet – it’s crazy how time flies!
And I’ve heard such good things about Jeni’s ice cream and always see it at The Fresh Market but haven’t bit the bullet yet. They have the most interesting flavors I’ve ever seen!
Ellen @ My Uncommon Everyday says
I love Jeni’s (but I’m from Ohio, where it originated, so it’s kind of a must ;) )! I’m glad you had such a fun NYE.
And Happy Anniversary! Love your five facts.
Courtney says
My friend Kanika is also originally from Ohio, which is why she loves it too!
Ashley @ A Lady Goes West says
Happy Anniversary to you two lovebirds! And secondly, your plate of dessert looks like mine. People never believe me that I will finish it all, and I always do. Sweet tooth, Sweet Ashley. :) Happy Friday!
Courtney says
LOL, love it Ashley! ;)
Lizzie @ The Magic Tree says
Happy Anniversary you two! So sweet. I have always wanted to try Jeni’s. From what I hear, I think it would be dangerous to keep in our fridge.
Stacey M. says
Happy Anniversary to you and Jay! I love hearing about how other couples met/got together, so thanks for sharing!
I think I wanna come hang out with you and your friends – I mean, a delicious dinner, cupcakes, champagne and ice-cream all in one night?! Count me in! ;)
Glad to hear you had a wonderful holiday season Courtney!
Tara | Treble in the Kitchen says
Looks like an amazing NYE celebration…and happy anniversary!! :)
Sarah @ Sweet Miles says
I might venture to say that spinach artichoke dip is in my top 3 favorite dips! Hands down! Happy anniversary pretty lady!
Sam @ Better With Sprinkles says
Happy anniversary to the two of you!!
ellie | fit for the soul says
Mahahahha (sorry I have a terrible habit with dorky laughs, I had to :P) it’s so true that at this age the babes just don’t play together! Once in a while theres an exchange of acknowledging each other, and this whole time I wondered if something was up with Selah?? And I hope you have a super blessed 2015, Courtney!
molly@ this life is sparkling says
Happy anniversary!
Alison @ Anchorinthestratosphere says
sounds you like had perfect NYE plans! Happy anniversary, you look great together! :)
Lauren @ The Bikini Experiment says
Happy 5-year anniversary! You look like such a great couple. Happy 2015!
Fiona @ Get Fit Fiona says
Happy anniversary! Last week my parent’s celebrated their 35th anniversary.
Michelle Kim says
Happy 5 years! Isn’t it amazing to look back and see how far you guys have come?
Congratulations!
BTW, those ice cream flavors sound amazing! Hope I get to try that goat cheese one some day.
JAY says
Absolutley love reading your Blogs… Happy anniversary to both of you. Wait till you reach 50 years together ! All the best from Spain :)
Courtney says
Aww, thank you so much!! :)
April @ Simply Sweet Living says
Happy 5th Anniversary!! Loved hearing about your fun facts with each other! :)