National Frozen Yogurt Day

February 6th is a fabulous day. Why? Well, it's National Frozen Yogurt Day; the best day of the year, of course! I adore a day dedicated to my favorite frozen treat. This year Yogurtland offered free yogurt and topping for a period of time that day. Naturally, my friends and I were the first ones in line and we spend a great afternoon eating free fro yo. Happy Frozen Yogurt Day! Hopefully, you eat just as much as I did. 

 My partners in crime

 Super stoked

 Cannot wait in line for another minute

 My favorite

We ended our trip eating in the car because Colorado is way too cold to be eating fro yo outside. 

Denver Art Museum

I don't think I've ever loved a city more than Denver. The busyness, the people, and all the opportunities makes me very blessed to be able to live here. One of my favorite features about Denver is every first Saturday of the month is free day at the art museum. It's perfect for any poor college student to experience seem culture. What is also perfect is that it's a chance to wear a good pair of heels. I never get the opportunity while in Colorado or walking around campus. With that, going to the art museum is my only lope hole. I have never felt more like Carrie Bradshaw than when I walk around Denver in my favorite H&M pumps.

Also, I tried Pinkberry for the first time. Nothing tops off the perfect like frozen yogurt.

Outfit breakdown: shirt-Aero skirt, shoes, and bag- H&M ring, necklace, and shades-Forever 21 

Home sweet home

After a long day of traveling, I am finally home from Mexico. It was seriously one of my favorite trips. The whole week was wonderful and relaxing to the point where I had the time of my life. Most of my time spend there was filled with sight seeing, driving around, shopping and lots of eating. Trust me, I never wanted to leave the food. It is beyond amazing and I was a very spoiled girl. I got to try all these new types of dishes and if Mexican food wasn't my favorite before it is now. However, beans with every meal is no joke. I had so much fun meeting all new people, "trying" to speak the language, and meeting all of Zac's family. I am so glad that I finally had an good experience in Mexico because I would love to go back. Nevertheless, it's good to be home.

I found Mexican frozen yogurt everywhere. One point for Mexico!

Check out all the photos from the trip here.

When they know you by name it's time to get a punch card

It's like a game; the hunt to find new frozen yogurt places. Recently, I've found two recently opened establishments and they are delicious. Actually, they may bet some of my old favorites for the top spot. First, let me introduce you to Yogurt Kingdom.

Yogurt Kingdom has 14 delicious, unique flavors and a wide variety of toppings. So much so, that I went a little crazy and put most of the toppings on four different flavors. Oops!

 

I am so lucky my church family gets my strange obsession because one of my favorite leaders Jeannie took me to Yogurt Kingdom for the first time.

Meet my partner in crime when it comes to fro yo.

The coolest part about Yogurt Kingdom is the giant mural on the back wall. The owner's famous artist son painted this mind blowing picture of a yogurt kingdom. The fun part is there a couple hidden messages, animals, and names that represent the family.

This was my favorite part; Taylor and I found me in frog form. A blonde frog wearing a princess crown while reading "yogurt fitness" in the yogurt kingdom would be me if I were a animal.

Second, I've fallen in love with Yogurt Ranch.

I'll be completely honest, Yogurt Ranch is hands down the best tasting yogurt I've ever had. The family owned business is special because they treat and produce their yogurt differently and unlikely any other place I've ever gone too. Even though there is only six flavors at the moment they are well worth it. Their yogurt hits the spot. The toppings offered take the cake and I've had the best experiences with employees and owners. Their healthier yogurt is cheap for this budget girl as well

The best part about Yogurt Ranch is it's name. Every time I've brought up how much I love this place, whoever I'm talking with is repulsed by the name. On the other hand, I love it. The whole place is decorated with an western theme and they even have an horse that fro yo eaters of all ages can ride on. It's fro yo and fun mixed into one.

Check out these fabulous frozen yogurt places and any others that I find here in Arizona.

Strange Obsessions

I'm going to let you in on something. I'm a tad bit obsessed with frozen yogurt. Oh that was completely obvious? Good. I might as well sign myself up for the new HGTV show and star in my very own episode of Strange Obsessions. Nevertheless, I love frozen yogurt over any other dessert. Even red velvet cupcakes, yes cupcakes. I am very fortunate that I've got a couple places where I live that I adore.
1. Yodipity
2. Yogurt-Land
3. Mogo Yogurt
4. Ocean Blue
5. Yogurtini
6. Golden Spoon
7. Mesa Frozen Yogurt
In that order. I have a strict, requirement list for any Fo Yo establishment to make it in my life. It comes down to three main points: Self serve, wide range of flavors, and various toppings.
On many trips to get a cup of fo yo, I've come up with some pretty weird combos but here's are some of my favorites...

Chocolate and cherry swirled with chocolate chips and brownie bites
Pomegranate flavor with Carmel chips and blueberries Coffee and Cheesecake swirled with wafers, marshmallows, blueberries, cheesecake bites, and buttercups

Whether it's cherry, chocolate, or cheesecake if it's frozen yogurt I'll eat it. Unless, if the flavor cake batter, that's just icky. I'll continually be on the hunt for better, sweeter places to eat my favorite dessert. I'm always excited when I get a small cup and fill it with how ever many flavors and toppings I want. Just as Yodipity states, "it's frozen yogurt yo way." Life isn't so hard when you've got frozen yogurt in your hand. Like I always say It's all about faith, fashion, and frozen yogurt.

A few of my favorite things

"the most important things in the world aren't things."






1. Pomegranate frozen yogurt it's the best and my new favorite flavor.
2. Dariashe has become of my closest friends. She makes my day brighter, I can tell her anything, and she freaks out when a fire truck comes down the street. Strange but funny.
3. Racquetball Thursday this has become one of my new favorite events to look forward to. I love the game, it's a great work out, and when all my friends get together to play we can't stop laughing and having fun.
4. Watching my friends play racquetball now I'm not saying I'm the queen of the racquetball courts however my friends will not being going to the Olympics anytime soon. I love them but their sports skills, or lack of, keeps me laughing all day long.
5. Small Groups this is my church's mid week program and I so love it. We meet as a youth group for hang out time, worship, and an lesson then break off into small groups with students your same grade, gender, and school. However, this semester is different for the seniors. Instead of small group time we meet as a large group of seniors. It is beyond awesome and I pray the rest of the semester goes well. But that's not the best part. As a student leader I show up to church a couple hours early and help set up for that nights event. This is my favorite time of the week. I love greeting all the leaders, helping any way I can, and being at church. Words couldn't even begin to describe how great the people I go to church with are. When I think of the relationships I have there I automatically think of the word of community because that what it truly is. I know, without a doubt, that every single leader at small groups will be there for me no matter what and it was so good to be surrounded by that again. I compare it to the feeling you get when you come home after a long trip and your comfortable bed is there waiting for you. That's why being at church is my favorite.
6. Helping my friends ask their dates to dances Yes, my new nickname is Melanie, the dance queen because I've been helping a lot of my friends ask or answer for school dances. I love it! I get be creative and help others. The best of both worlds in my opinion.



Life is great and I am seriously so happy. I am very too blessed to be stressed about anything and no matter I am still loved by God and I've got some really great relationships in my life. For instance, I got an random note today from a friend who lives in Gilbert that said, "You're beautiful and great and I love and appreciate you." That was my favorite part of my whole day.

Favorites are bombastic.