Home for the Holidays

I don't think I've ever been so excited to be home. Don't get me wrong, I always look forward to being home, but this time it feels different. I have been counting down the days till Christmas for what seems like years! Finally the time has come and I'm home with the people who I can always count on and who love me unconditionally - my family. 

Being hundreds of miles away from those you love really puts things into perspective and makes you much more appreciative. Every time I'm home I find myself trying to soak up every single moment. While being away gets hard sometimes, I'm thankful for what it has taught me.

In honor of being home for the holidays, I decided I would take a look back at the last time I was home: Labor Day Weekend.

These two little munchkins surprised me at the airport.

Clearly we were equally excited to see one another ;)

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Two sisters still passing for high school girls.

The ultimate Iowa sunset.

Cheering for my little cheerleader.

Cousins.

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Busted!

There we go :)

Chi O alumn - Jackie, Justina, myself and Callie.

Looking gooood after a long, hot day tailgating.

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One thing I miss most is random Saturday pool parties or Sunday dinners at Grandma's house.

I feel so blessed to have grown up in family that spends so much time together.

After meeting a lot of people in LA, I've learned that it isn't very common.

Selfishly, whenever I'm home, I urge that the entire family gets together before I leave.

I don't think anyone seems to mind :)

He secretly loves me.

And this picture will probably come back to haunt him.

Can't get enough of this little peanut.

 

This picture is just priceless.

Grandma & Grandpa Tiefenthaler and grandkids.

Grandma & Grandpa Sheldahl and grandkids.

Kid pic!

Sheldahl 7: Oldest to youngest.

Sheldahl 7: Tallest to shortest.

Hmm...

Riley, Reece and Regan helping Grandma Marge blow out her birthday candles.

This picture is priceless.

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So happy to see Ash and Lincoln, even for a minute.

Notice Lincoln is sporting the LA Dodgers hat I got for him :)

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Home sweet home.

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I will leave you with this:

Wishing you a very, merry Christmas!

xx

Mallorie

Flashback Friday

Today's flashback Friday is dedicated to all the fun work events I've been a part of throughout the summer until now. Let's not waste time with small talk - just start scrolling!

Our client, Mondrian LA, has wine dinners throughout the summer.

This particular dinner was hosted by Leblon.

The dinner started off with cocktails in the Penthouse suite.

This is the view looking down to the pool deck.

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Our client, Curve, was featured in the Los Angeles Business Journal.

When I showed up for the shoot, I had no idea that they'd have me be part of it.

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Road trip to San Diego for ComicCon!

(Clockwise) Summer intern Mary, Jennie, Kate & myself.

Quick photo op on the red carpet before the event began.

The entire Full Pic LA PR team plus a few extras.

Cade (in front), Jennie, myself, Michelle, Kate, Milan, Mary & Alex.

Those zombies were pretty convincing, but clearly I wasn't phased.

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Office manicures to celebrate our Project Runway Emmy nominations!

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On your birthday, Full Pic treats you (and the rest of the office) to a birthday treat of your choice. Everyone here really loves cake from Magnolia Bakery.

Let me tell you, it is to DIE FOR! If you're ever in LA, you must go there.

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We all wore sage green one day, so it warranted a photo.

Cade is a total goofball, as you can see here.

There's never a dull moment when he's in the office.

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My eyebrows have become a joke in the office ever since my loving, but critical co-worker Milan told me I need to grown them in more.

The solution? Put the Anastasia eyebrow kits to work!

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InStyle's Summer Soiree at Mondrian Los Angeles

To satisfy the sweet tooth.

View behind the DJ booth.

I loved the decor!

Moroccan Oil styling booth.

If you're wondering who attended this year's Summer Soiree: http://news.instyle.com/2013/08/15/instyle-summer-soiree-2013/

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Assassin's Creed Black Flag launch event at Greystone Manor.

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Cotton Incorporated's Blue Jeans Go Green event at Mondrian Los Angeles.

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Filming a segment for E! News about SHOES!

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Photo shoot with Chef Brian Malarkey for Los Angeles Confidential.

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Victoria's Secret Sport Bra Launch at the Beverly Center with Alessandra Ambrosio.

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Filming a "Christmas in LA" cooking segment with Chef Brian for PopSugar.

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View from the conference room in our New York office.

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View of the Sunset Strip from Mondrian Los Angeles.

Thanks for reading!

xx

Mallorie

Throw(way)back Thursday

As promised, another post with more updates from this past summer. In between the time spent with family and friends who came to visit, I was able to find some time for more random fun. Let's take a look (way) back:

Celebrating Independence Day with patriotic Svedka, obviously.

4th of July in Newport.

Newport Beach.

Cloudy Newport sunset. Still beautiful.

Still feeling festive on the 5th of July!

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True love <3

Manhattan Beach Creamery... delish!

Manhattan Beach Pier.

Fun dive bar in Manhattan Beach.

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Labor Day party at Gladstones in Malibu.

On the count of three, everyone look away from the camera!

Sammi and I at the end of a long Labor Day.

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Successful trip to the San Antonio winery.

Pool day at Anna and Morgan's apartment downtown.

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Being goofy on the eve of Syd's birthday.

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During the summer, Mondrian LA hosts Wednesday Twilight Swim.

Yes, you could swim if you really wanted to, and yes, some people really do jump in.

Syd and I sitting in the splash zone.

Yes, we got splashed.

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One of my favorite sunset pictures from this summer.

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This time I'm leaving you with a great quote my mom shared with me this summer:

"You're going to be unhappy on your journey,

until you realize your journey makes you happy."

Thanks for reading!

xx

Mallorie