I’m so behind on my blog posts at the moment. The holidays season has hit me full force and I’m currently spending all my time either shooting, editing or designing holiday cards. So, while I SHOULD be uploading pictures for everyone to see, I’m going to share some secrets about my self instead. (Can we all just say, “I’m a procrastinator” three times fast?)

1. I have a huge addiction to Peets Coffee. Specifically, I’m addicted to non-fat lattes. (The seasonal Gingerbread latte may be the best thing I’ve ever tasted.) They’re rich, foamy and full of coffee goodness, so what’s not to love? When I walked into Peets this morning for my daily dose and was bombarded by the earthy smell of freshly ground beans, I swear I almost swooned. For those of you that aren’t local to me, Peets is hands down one of the best options out there – well worth the cost of a trip to San Francisco if you ask me!

2. I was a theater major in college. I auditioned in both New York and Chicago for conservatory schools, but opted to stay close to home when my father became ill. I still have an enormous love of theater and the art of acting. And I think my training makes me more of a social person. If I’m uncomfortable, I can fake it better than the best. I also think my theater training is the cause for my love of all things “stage” on tv. SYTYCD, Glee, Fame – you name it. If it has a stage, I probably watch it. (For even more fun facts – I’m also addicted to ANTM.) If you don’t know these acronyms, I refuse to explain. It would be way too embarrassing!

3. I’m trying to rid my house of paper towels. In an effort to be a more socially responsible person, I’ve been trying to commit myself to do away with SOMETHING that could be deemed wasteful. I really, really wanted to be cloth diapering my son, but that turned out to be a huge disaster. Paper towels seem like an easier undertaking. Although, I haven’t told my husband about this yet. HA!

4. Thanksgiving is hands down my favorite holiday. I don’t think this one even needs any explanation. I’m a compulsive over-indulger. Turkey day is my version of a caloric heaven.

5. I have a Boston Terrier named Lola. She’s a cuddly, snorty, sausage of a dog that just melts my heart. There are many times throughout the day that I’m pretty sure I birthed her myself. Her smooshy face greets me every morning by jumping into the bed and burrowing under the covers to sleep between my legs, and I love it. If I had more free time and a bigger house, I’d adopt every Boston within 50 miles of me and start my own little bean dog army. We’d be fierce.

And because every post is made better by adding photos, here is an image I shamelessly borrowed from the lovely Jennifer Kloss. She was kind enough to snap a few photos of our family for holiday cards this year. (I love you Jen!)

My kid is a ham.