Five on Friday!

Happy Friday, Y'all & Hooray for the weekend!

Today, I'm linking up with April of A. Liz Adventures for another fun 5 on Friday post!

Have five things you'd love to share? Link up and let us know!

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1. Lilly Pulitzer Pop Print: 

I've talked about it many times, but I am plum crazy about the Lilly "Pop" print! I love all Lilly patterns, but I can already tell this print in particular is going to be an all-time favorite. Last week, I came across the Shoreline Tote in Pop, and scooped it right up, and for a steal! Talk about the best

day ever!

2. New Lip Color: 

If you've never used Revlon Colorburst Lip Butter, you're missing out! Revlon Lip Butter is the perfect mix of lipstick color with lip gloss coverage. Read my full review here!

It comes in a ton of fun colors, and can be picked up just about anywhere! This week, I bought the new "Sorbet" shade, and I'm just crazy about it!

3. It's almost the Fourth!

Here we are just one week from the Fourth of July, and I can't wait! I've picked out the cutest red, white and blue outfits, had alterations done (you'll be hearing about those soon,) and even had a little pre-Fourth of July photo shoot! I'm head over heels for these photos, and I can't wait for you to see them!!!

4. Retail Therapy! 

Last night, right after work, I went shopping at the Tanger Outlets and Old Navy with my friend Danielle! We had so much fun trying on all kinds of crazy clothes that we'd never thought we'd buy!...Or at least I did! Ann Taylor Loft had a BOGO free sale on their shorts, so I couldn't help indulging in that! I also got the black top I'm wearing above for $7.00!

I have wanted a fedora for so long! After a lot of trying on, and some convincing on Danielle's part, I went home with this cute $8.00 one from Old Navy! What do you think? Can I pull it off?

5. Dinner & a Movie!
Tonight, some of my co-workers and I are having dinner at Outback and then going to see the new movie The Heat. To be honest, I'm not sure what it's about, but I'm so excited to spend some time with my favorite work friends away from the office!

What are your 5 on Friday this week?!

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Five on Friday!

Hi Everyone! Happy Friday, and no-so-happy rainy last day at the beach for me! That's right, tomorrow we head home from our amazing Outer Banks vacation. I guess all good things must come to an end.

Nevertheless, today I'm trying a new link-up with a couple ladies called "5 on Friday," where you write a post about five things you're loving. This week in particular, it's hard to choose just five!

So, here it goes! 

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The first...5 on Friday!

1. These cute stationery cards at the Life is Good store!

It's no secret that I love love love great stationery. I saw this set yesterday, and though I didn't by them,  I couldn't help but snap a picture of the sweet message.

2. My family spending time together!

Yes, we're on vacation together this whole week, but normally we're all trying to do our own thing, or my brother and I have invited friends along, taking away from our actual "family" time. This trip has been a great mix of both, doing what we love, and spending time with each other, fully accomplishing my goal for  2013! Woohoo!

3. The Cub this weekend!

There's something about registering for/participating in a race that gets you fired up to do anything! This coming Saturday (one week from tomorrow,) I'm doing a 7-mile race in Valle Crucis, NC. Even though I'm super nervous, I'm so excited to accomplish a new goal on my way to a half-marathon.

4. (Almost) finishing a new book!

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I used to read ALL the time. It was abnormal if I wasn't finishing at least one book a week, with others on standby waiting to be read...but since I started working full-time, reading was pushed to the wayside. This vacation, I made a point to go and buy a book that I really wanted to read, and find time to actually do it. I've just about finished it too! Such a great feeling.

5. The countdown to the Fourth of July!

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I love the Fourth of July! I love the food, friends, fireworks, and I can't forget the fun red, white and blue outfits that everyone wears. That was a lot of F's! The only problem, I never seem to have any cool Fourth of July plans. This year I'm determined to do something fun! I have the day of the 4th off, always making for a good time, and The Band Perry is coming to Appalachian to perform on Saturday, July 6th, so I might just make a weekend of it!

There you have it, my 5 on Friday!

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My Four Favorite Things!

Happy Wednesday, All! 

 

Today, I'm linking up with Kristin & Ashlyn for "Four Favorites!"

 

Here are my four favorite beach-ready items!

 

I'm ready for warm weather, sun and sand!



Four Things! by melodycmiller featuring printed bags

 

Bag: Kate Spade "Is this seat taken?" Terry

Suit: Target Black Ruffle Bandeau

Sunnies: J.CREW Ray-Ban Classic

Sandals: Tory Burch Miller Logo Flats

 

What are your Four Favorites? Link-Up and let us know!

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As always, Have a Sweet Day!

Oh Happy Day!

This morning, I woke up around 6AM, feeling energized, thankful and so excited to start the day. What better way to share this happiness than a What I Love Wednesday post?

Here's what I'm loving this week!

1. I'm loving that today is Wednesday and we're half way through the work week!

I'm beyond excited for next week to arrive because I'm traveling to see Jake and I have five full days off work! It can't get here soon enough!

2. I'm loving the new dog toy I bought for Paisley yesterday on sale for $5.99! 

(She's loving this one too!)

I finally got Paisley one of the animal toys that has an empty water bottle inside it. Pet Supplies Plus had a sale going on yesterday, and with the toys 50% off, I couldn't resist. The only animal they had left was a skunk, but Paisley doesn't discriminate haha! She's been toting this thing around everywhere!

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3. I'm loving that I get to see my boyfriend one week from today, after going a whole month without seeing him!

I'm so excited to be traveling to see Jake's new apartment and the law school that he'll be attending for the next three years! I may even be more excited about all these changes than he is!

4. I'm loving that Paisley has slept in her crate for the past six nights! Hallelujah!

For those of you that have heard my anxiety and trouble with crate training, you know that I had given up on it, at least for a little while. Last week, my Mom's best friend came to visit Paisley and gave me a lot of inspiration/support about the crate training. I went to the basement, got the crate back out of the box and put it up in our kitchen. I put Paisley in it that night and there was no problem whatsoever! It was the craziest thing! Thank you so much for all of your sweet thoughts and prayers that you've sent my way during this new experience.

5. I'm loving the cute dressy capris that I found at Target on sale for $16.99

Target has a style of capri pants that I really like. You may have seen them because they have them season after season in the same few colors (black, royal blue, fuchsia, and navy), and they come in shorts, skirts, etc. While scanning the sale rack last Sunday, I found a cute pair of black ones in my size, and for 30% off. They fit perfectly and I wore them to work on Monday! Score!

6. I'm loving that Sweet Like a Song is getting a face lift!

This is probably the thing I'm most excited about this Wednesday and into the coming weeks! In honor of my one year "blogoversary", Sweet Like a Song is going under construction, and will be looking oh so beautiful once it's done! I have been admiring the designs of Jenn from Munchkin Land Designs for months, but I finally took the plunge and ordered my new design! If you haven't heard of Munchkin Land Designs, you can check out her site here. 

I can't wait to see what she comes up with!

What are you loving this Wednesday? Link-up with Jamie and let us know!

What I Love Wednesday!

It's been a while since I've participated in the "What I Love Wednesday" link-up with Jamie at This Kind of Love, so I thought I'd tell you girls what I've been loving lately!

1. I'm loving this cute cupcake package that I picked up this morning!

I visited Maxie B's Bakery shortly after nine this morning to check out there cupcake selection. My boss' birthday was on Sunday, so I grabbed a "18 Carat" cupcake for her their version of carrot cake, and a "Classic Chocolate" for me! If you've never been to Maxie  B's in Greensboro, you definitely need to stop by! This place is so cute and the desserts taste amazing!

2. I'm loving Moo business cards! 

That's right, Moo business cards at MOO(dot)COM. My boss at my internship just got brand new business cards and they are so nice! Great design, color scheme and paper! I've been looking into blogger business cards for a little while and would love to order them from Moo!

3. I'm loving the date that Jake and I had on Monday! 

We hadn't seen each other in just over two weeks, so we decided to spend the afternoon at Concord Mills, eating, shopping and seeing a movie. We had lunch at Chili's, shopped for a bit and then headed to the theater to see Ted.

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4. I'm loving my sweet Paisley!

It has been such a pleasure watching Paisley grow and learn. She's already 10 weeks old and up to 11 pounds! I can't believe it! I'm crossing my fingers that she is completely potty trained very soon!

5. I'm loving my parents!

If my parents weren't around to help me right now, I seriously don't know what I would do. I work two jobs, a combined 25 hours throughout the week, and about 35 hours if I have a wedding on the weekend. My parents have been so wonderful about watching Paisley if I have to work, etc. Thank you thank you, Mama & Daddy for all you do! I love you!

What are you loving this Wednesday?

A Koozie Swap & The Sunday Social!

Today I'm participating in two link-ups because they seemed like too much fun to miss out on!

Koozie Swap!

First off, I participated in a koozie swap last month that was hosted by Sarah of Simply Sarah and Katie of His Diamond and Mine! I love koozies and this was the perfect way to add a new one to my collection, as well as get to know another blogger and pick out a cute koozie for her! I was paired with Anna of Adventures of a Type-A. It was a pleasure getting to know Anna, and being able to pick out a koozie for her! Stop by her blog today to see just what she got from me! Anna did an amazing job picking out my koozie! I seriously would have chosen the exact same thing myself!

She picked out this blue whale koozie from Vineyard Vines, one of my favorite stores! She also went above and beyond and got me a pair of pink croakies! Seriously, what an awesome gift! A new koozie & croakies!

Thanks so much Anna for being an amazing partner! 

Thanks to Katie & Sarah for hosting this super fun swap!

Now for the Sunday Social with Ashley & Neely! 

When I saw the questions for this week's Sunday Social, I knew I had to participate!

The Topic: TV

What is your favorite TV show of the past?

I probably sound like a nerd, but I loved watching Seventh Heaven and Full House when I was younger! I don't know why, but shows about families stuck out to me as a kid! I knew the theme songs by heart and would sing along! I know, nerd!

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What is your current favorite TV show?

I like a variety of shows from reality TV, like The Bachelorette and Dance Moms...to more serious shows like Law & Order SVU and Suits!

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Which reality show would you never do?

I love my bed, a shower and good food too much to ever do a show like Survivor! Those people look so unhealthy by the end of it! Don't get me wrong, I know there's  a million dollars up for grabs, but I don't think that would be the show for me!

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Which reality show would you love to do?

I think it would be so fun to be the Bachelorette! Not so much the dating 15 different guys at one time part, but to look pretty all the time, get to wear amazing gowns and travel to places that most of us dream of! Sign me up!

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What is the TV personality/character that you feel is most like you?

This is a tough one! Maybe Lauren from Laguna Beach/The Hills... I like her because she's a good friend and always tried to stay out of the drama (if that's even possible on The Hills)!

What TV character would you want to date?

Just because I can't think of anyone better, we'll go with Harvey Specter from Suits! I think we'd get along just fine!

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Friday's Letters!

On this beautiful Friday morning, I'm linking up with Ashley at Adventures of Newlyweds for Friday's Letters!

Dear Paisley, I'm sorry that last night you had to sleep in your crate. I hate to hear you cry, but I'm leaving you in there for your own good. I love you!

Dear Mama & Daddy, Thank you for all your help with the dog. It's so nice to have a little time to yourself!

Dear closet, I'm really excited about attending First Friday in Greensboro tonight. I would be so happy if you would present me with the perfect outfit.

Dear MTV, playing re-runs of The Hills first thing in the morning is the best thing you've done in like 5 years. Keep up the good work!

Dear Sam's, I'm so ready for you to re-open so I can have money again! It's tough not shopping for Paisley or myself.

Happy Friday Readers!

The First Edition of The Sunday Social!

On this Sunday morning, I'm getting ready to go to church and linking up with Ashley & Neely for the first of their Sunday Social posts!

Here's the first set of Sunday Social questions and then my answers!

How did you come up with your blog name?  

The name Sweet Like a Song actually came from something that my mom told almost 15 years ago! Ever since I was little, people have had trouble saying, understanding and spelling my name correctly. Melody. Doesn't seem too difficult right? Wrong. I've gotten Melanie, Melondy, and even Natalie! In elementary school, my mom told me that when teachers or other kids asked my name, I should say that my name is Melody like a song. It wasn't until I got to college that I  really used this little saying. Anytime I met someone, and still to this day, I say my name is Melody like a song. This little line was a hit and it stuck! When I was creating my blog, I knew this cute little piece of me had to be part of it!

What is your favorite thing about blogging?


I love discovering new blogs & meeting new people! I love reading about interesting things that people do, eat, craft, etc. It's so much fun learning about a great place to go shop or an idea that I never thought of! I'm so much more knowledgeable in these departments since I started blogging!

What is one thing you have discovered because of blogging and now cant live without?


Ashley Brooke Designs products! If you haven't seen the beautiful work of ABDesigns, you need to! I love their creative illustrations and cute ideas on stationary, notepads, invitations, anything! I'm planning on having a custom illustration of my own made, as soon as my new doggie arrives! (That's another thing you'll read a lot about on my blog!) I'm a soon-to-be dog mom and I love to read, hear, and learn about pets!  

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Facebook or Twitter? and Why?

Twitter for sure! I love the quick blurbs of Twitter and how useful it is to find out what people are doing, without all the clutter of Facebook. It's also a great way to connect with your favorite companies and celebs!

You can follow me here!

If one celeb read your blog who would you want it to be?

I would love to have Oprah as a follower of my blog! She is so amazing and has done so much in her lifetime. She is also an inspiration to women everywhere!

What is something you want people to know about your blog?

Sweet Like a Song is no masterpiece, just the ramblings of someone trying to figure out which direction their life is taking them. If you don't mind hearing about dogs, dresses, desserts and everything in between, I'd love to have you follow me on this journey! 

It'll be fun! I promise:)

Christmas Craft Decor!

Today's Topic: Christmas Decor!

What a wonderful day to talk about the second Christmas craft I've been working on!
This was another project that I did to decorate our mantle!
You can see my first craft HERE!

Glitter Cardstock Trees!

I got this idea from Landeelu @ Landee see, Landee do!

You'll have to check them out! Her instructions were so simple to understand and easy to follow!

Here's what you need:

-Styrofoam cones (these are available in an assortment of sizes, whatever your preference)

-Glitter scrapbook paper
(I picked green= 2 sheets, gold= 2 sheets & red= 1 sheet)

-Martha Stewart Hydrangea Punch (purchased at Michael's for $10)
-A ton of long sewing pins (I went through about 500 total for all 3 cones)

-Punch out a ton of the little hydrangea cuts outs and them place them side by side on your cone, don't worry if it's not right the first time, you can pull out the pin and replace it, no one will know:)

-I started at the bottom, and went around in a circle all the way to the top.

I'm so excited to see our mantle once it's all decorated!

Creating all these Christmas beauties has been so much fun! I've already picked out my next project!

What do you think?

Are these not adorable?!

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Have any of you ever tried making one of these amazing ornament wreaths? 

I can't wait to try! Wish me luck!

**Remember, my first giveaway is on its way! I only need four more followers!

Favorite Holiday Tradition!

It's day two of Amber and Neely's 10-day Fabulous Holiday Blog Challenge!

Today's topic: Favorite Holiday Tradition New or Old!

Every year, at the exact same time, on the exact same day, the Miller family (meaning all 35 of us) gets together for Easter, Thanksgiving & Christmas. At Christmas we meet on Christmas Eve at 5:30 and I already can't wait!

We spend hours eating, talking, laughing, playing games and just enjoying each others company. We have so much fun and I wouldn't trade that for anything in the world. I am so lucky to be a part of a family that can all come and spend time together.

Singing Karaoke at Christmas!

I taught them the sorority pose!

All the young people eating Christmas dinner!

We draw names every year! Here we are opening presents!

We've been getting together like this since before I was born. This is a tradition that we love and will continue for years to come.