Life in Fall: Favorite Non Christmas Movies

 

Fall and Christmas…hands down, best time of the year. Can we all agree on that? Ok, moving on.

Like I mentioned yesterday, celebratin’ holidays needs to happen one at a time. Treat each day with the respect it deserves. That being said, there comes a time every year (around the second week of November) when I start itching to listen to Christmas movies and indulge in a little Love Actually. But rules are rules I’m a crazy person , and I hold off until after the turkey is put away. If you feel the same way, today is your day! I’ve spent a few years (I wish I was kidding) compiling a list of movies that contain Christmas scenes but aren’t strictly Christmas movies. 

-Under the Tuscan Sun-

Spending Christmas in Italy, yes please!

-Save the Last Dance-

My college years in Chicago makes me love this movie even more.

-Where the Heart Is-

Cheesy sappy goodness

-Maid in Manhattan-

Not one of JLo’s best, but the NYC scenes can’t be beat. Plus Simon and Garfunkel can’t hurt.

-Serendipity-

All the classic elements: Winter, skating, hot chocolate, and love.

-Someone Like You-

If you haven’t seen this movie, make some time. I love Ashley Judd.

-Sleepless in Seattle-

Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks make my list, again!

-Bed of Roses-

One of my absolute favorite movies. By far the longest Christmas scene in my entire list.

-You’ve Got Mail-

I know this was on my list yesterday, but come on “The horn the horn, it sounds so forlorn.” Stop what you’re doing and watch if you are confused.   

-Emma-

The Gwyneth Paltrow version is the best. Nothing like a Jane Austen ball to cheer you up!

-Mean Girls-

It would be an incredible shame if I didn’t include this gem on my list! The Talent Show? Teenage movie solid gold. 

Life in Fall: Favorite Fall Movies

I’m pretty well known for my war on anything Christmas before Thanksgiving. Save the Pilgrims and all that. Starting on September 1st, I put the breaks on anything Christmas related and revel in my favorite movies with an autumnal theme.

-Stepmom-

This movies makes me incredibly nostalgic for my elementary school days in Wisconsin.  The Thanksgiving play, leaves changing color, the crisp cool morning, ugh, I watch it at least two or three times a month during this season!

-You’ve Got Mail-

Don’t you just love New York in the fall?

Simply one of the best Meg Ryan movies, in my opinion. Did you know that this movie is actually a remake of a remake? The original movie is named The Shop Around the Corner (also the name of Meg Ryan’s character’s store!)

 

It takes place in 1940’s Budapest with Jimmy Stuart playing a store clerk. It’s a great Christmas movie! The Shop Around the Corner spun off into a musical called In the Good Old Summertime with Judy Garland.

If you love You’ve Got Mail, you need to see these other two gems.

-It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown-

Do I really need to explain myself?

-Growing the Big One-

I happened to catch this one last year on a Redbox night. Cute, sappy, and predictable but really charming. Shannon Doherty has to move back home, doesn’t want to, but shocker finds love in the end!

 Stayed tuned for tomorrow’s list!

My Favorite Non-Christmas Christmas Movies (It’ll make sense, I promise!)

 

 

Life in June: Number 1

Catch up here!

 

We’ve finally reached the end of my birthday month! Not everything turned out how I thought it would, but thanks for coming around for the ride!

I had a bunch of sappy things I wanted to talk about today, but I really still haven’t reigned in all of my emotions. It’ll be a few weeks before the last seven years really hits me. Until then, I’ve rounded up a few of my favorite quotes and my absolute favorite song for this point in my life!

Life in June: Number 3

Catch up here!

 

I’m currently sitting in a hotel room across the street from my house with my dad and my brother. Who, by the by, are the greatest brother and dad ever. I hope every one has people in their lives who will help pack and move in 110 degrees! Seriously, they are amazing.

Number Three: My taste in music is not mainstream!

I never realized how crazy my tastes run until I docked my phone during my going away party. Umm, party time it was not. Anyway, I love it. Suck it up!

 

Life in June: Just Live Life

Catch up here!

Number 13: Live your life.

Take the time to listen to your friends/family. Be in the moment. Eat the dessert, drink the coffee, laugh at nothing in particular. Because you never know when you’ll get these moments again.

Life in May: Day Twenty Nine

*Blogging everyday in May*

Share five songs that move you.

Hello friends! Today’s post is coming at ya straight from the floor. That’s right, after finishing a killer thigh, butts, and guts workout I can longer pick myself up of the ground. So today’s prompt seems fitting for my current state!

What is it about music that it is able to transport you to another place and time with a few simple notes. Full disclosure, Call Me Maybe made me cry a few weeks back. No joke, it totally put me right back into last summer (which kicked major butt I might add) and I was overcome with some pretty ridiculous emotions. I mean, seriously, the next time I admit to bawling like a baby at the sound of Carly Rae Jepsen, put me out of my misery. I beg of you.

Moving on… Let me explain my choices first. (I could only pick four.)

10,000 Reasons By Matt Redman- So so stinking good.

1,000 Years By Christina Perri- Say what you will about Twilight, this song is wonderful.

Brave by Sara Bareilles- This video alone should win some awards. Watch it! Directed by Rashid Jones, how cool is that?!

Mirrors By JT- Play on repeat at least four times.

Life with a Video (Schick Review)

Happy Wednesday, friends! Only a few more days until the weekend. We can do this!
Today I have an awesome product to share with you. Check out the video below to hear my thoughts on the Schick Hydro Silk Razor. It’s pretty amazing! And yes, I did ramble about a razor for almost seven minutes. It’s that good, folks!

 

 

 

Hydro Silk Razor Review from Rachel Schultz on Vimeo.

THIS YEAR, DEMAND MORE FROM YOUR RAZOR

With the Schick Hydro Silk^® razor, you go beyond an incredibly close shave to actually care for your skin. Only Schick Hydro Silk^® razors include Water-Activated Moisturizing Serum to hydrate your skin for up to two hours after shaving and 5 Curve-Sensing^™ blades with skin guards to help reduce irritation.

Couple that with a soft touch handle and compact oval cartridges that fit the contours of a woman’s body, and you can see why the Schick Hydro Silk^® razor was last year’s most awarded new razor.* Make the simple switch to a Schick Hydro Silk^® razor in 2013. (The silky smooth legs will follow, trust us.)

*Based on 2012 Beauty Awards of top magazines.

© 2013 Energizer. Schick and Schick Hydro Silk are trademarks of Energizer or its affiliates.

 

Like I said in the video, I received this product  for FREE (yes, free) from the wonderful Word of Mouth Marketing company Bzz Agent. (www.bzzagent.com). All thoughts are completely my own, how scary that may sound!

If you are interested in spreading some bzz (while getting great free products!) head over to their website TODAY!

Life with a Video (Or How to Punch Winter in the Face)

So here’s that video I promised you!

Thanks to my broski, Chris, for my sweet intro. I love it!

How to Beat the Winter Blahs from Rachel Schultz on Vimeo.

Share how you get rid of your winter blahs!

Life With a Video

 

Happy Wednesday, Friends!

So, I had a video filmed, edited and half uploaded before my computer decided to eat said video for lunch. I, being the genius that I am, had already deleted the offending video from my camera. You live and learn friends, live and learn.

Until I can refilm, reedit and reupload, you’ll have to watch this spectacular digital short from the boys over at The Lonely Island. Brillz, y’all!

*Killing Machines*

Life with a Video

No video from me today! Just a link to my new favorite documentary.

http://www.hulu.com/#!watch/289122

www.fatsickandnearlydead.com

If you haven’t heard/watch/checked this doc, your totally missing out. Watch with an open mind, and tell me what you think!

Life With a Video (Winter Favorites)

Looking for some new things for brighten up your winter? Check out my latest video!

Winter Faves from Rachel Schultz on Vimeo.

Life with a Video (Firmoo Review)

 

A few weeks ago I (and apparently EVERY blogger) was contacted by firmoo.com to review some FREE glasses!

Here’s a vid for your viewing pleasure!

*I had some cute edits on the video, but once it uploaded they went bye bye #sadface*

Firmoo.com Review from Rachel Schultz on Vimeo.

 

 

 

 

 

Love the red case!

If you aren’t in the market for some prescription glasses, firmoo offers plenty of sunglasses and some cool fakes!

Life with a Video (Vlogmas 2012)

 

Here’s the second installment of Vlogmas! I know you’ve been waiting on the edge of your seats, try to contain yourselves. Please.

 

Vlogmas 2012 Episode 2 from Rachel Schultz on Vimeo.

Head to vimeo.com/channels/lifeinthemmnt and subscribe to my channel, please! I’ll love you forever and a day!

Life with a Video (Vlogmas 2012)

 

AN UPDATE!!

Thought you’d want to spend some time with me this Christmas!

Vlogmas 2012 Day One from Rachel Schultz on Vimeo.

 

How are you spending the pre-holidays?

Life with Fall Favorites

Hey guys! I’m back with another vlog today. Sharing some of my favorite things for fall.

PS… I don’t have some weird growth on my neck, stupid shadows! If you keep track of how many times I say cute or fun, I’ll send you a cookie or something.  Enjoy!

 

Rachel's Fall Favorites from Rachel Schultz on Vimeo.

Life with Favorite Vego Things

 

Welcome back! If you weren’t here yesterday, I suggest you watch my first video. I go more in depth about my vegetarian journey.

Today I’m sharing my vego faves!

trim.OxQ2dU from Rachel Schultz on Vimeo.

 

My Ultimate Vegetarian Website/Recipe List

Right now my go to is www.tastykitchen.com You are able to search by type of food, diet, or specific recipe. A wonderful resource for gluten free as well.

Real Simple and Martha also have great sections dedicated to vegetarian cooking. Martha even has a whole magazine (Whole Living) that focuses on the vegetarian lifestyle and the green movement.

Skinny Ms. is another site full of quick easy recipes.

Fit Foodie Finds is literally a goldmine of healthy food recipes, like these ten quinoa treats. I’m 110% in love with quinoa and will share some of my favorite ways to use it soon!

The Best (not even joking) Chili from Sweet Twist of Blogging

Yummy Peppers from Can You Stay for Dinner

This amazing sandwich can be made with Fakeon (fake bacon)

Closet Cooking

This is a great stopping point because I could go on and on linking wonderful things for you all day.

If you check out my Things to Eat board on Pinterest, you’ll find plenty of other resources as well.

Once again, if you liked this or would like to see more things like this on my blog, please let me know!

(My) Life as a Vegetarian

Today we’re going to let this video do the talking.

First off, I took this in one shot, so I kinda ramble towards the end. Secondly, if you have any questions please please comment and I’ll be glad to answer them!

trim.B6KHzF from Rachel Schultz on Vimeo.

Life with a Video

This video literally made me tear up!

Life with a Video

 

Janice! Janice! It hurts! STOP!!!

Life With a Video

I really really don’t think I will ever get tired of this song or these videos.

Sorry if you already are! But this one, I promise, will be worth your time.