It's What's Up Wednesday! One of my most favorite link ups (Mix and Match Mama)that I haven't participated in for quite a few months! I can hardly believe that we are already into the end of JULY and going into AUGUST! The summer is FLYING by but we've already made SO many good memories- and August is going to keep getting better!
Hey friends! Happy Wednesday! Hope the week is treating you all well! I'm linking up with Mix and Match Mama to bring you What's Up Wednesday- one of my MOST favorite link ups!!
What we're eating
Monday: Breakfast for dinner
Tuesday: Noodles and Company for the girls
Wednesday: Crock pot chicken sliders
Thursday: Hamburger soup
Friday: Friday Night Pizza Night
What I'm reading....
Jodi Picoult "Small Great Things"
I can't recommend this book enough! It's a great read and the stories of the characters are mesmerizing.
Also on my "to read list"
What I'm looking forward to...
I can't believe I'm saying this but SNOW! Iowa weather has been wonky and we haven't seen a drop of snow since before Christmas and even that was measly for Iowa. We're supposed to have MAYBE 2 inches by tomorrow morning, we shall see. We either need to get dumped on soon or just move right into Spring.
Edited to add: No snow. BOO Iowa, you're killing me!
What I'm loving...
Chrissy Teigen's cookbook. OMG. Guys. I have tried several recipes from this cookbook and not ONE recipe has disappointed. Our favorites have been: chicken lettuce wraps, chicken pot pie soup and biscuits and gravy. To die for. I will add that most of her recipes take a bit longer so we usually make them during the weekends, when we have more time. Also, lotsa buttta involved in some of the recipes. Not that I'm complaining. =)
Armadillo cheese bread. One word: YUM
What we've been up to...
A whole lot of this...
What I'm watching...
My favorites: Vanessa, Danielle M, and Raven
What I'm excited about...
February festivities (Valentine's Day and celebrating my mom and sister's birthdays!)
What I'm working on...
A magical unicorn 4th Birthday party
See my Pinterest inspiration here
Valentine's for the girls' school
See my Valentine's Day Pinterest board here..
Getting my office set up! We're officially in our new space and it's so exciting to see things taking shape! My couch and chairs arrived last weekend. I am still on the hunt for a desk and decor. Things are coming together and I'm so tickled about it!
Every year, we head to Night Eyes, our local zoo's Trick or Treat night
Beggar's Night (this Sunday)
What I'm loving...
These flats have been on repeat as well as these booties
Sophia's 1st grade pictures.. she is looking oh so grown up and my mama heart just bursts in pride
What we've been up to...
Yardwork
Sprucin' up our front door
House projects
Pumpkin patch and fall activities
What I'm watching...
This is Us- I'm sure if you're on social media, you've heard about this show. It's so dang good. I had my reservations because they were claiming it was the next Parenthood (my ultimate favorite show) and I just couldn't see anything living up to what Parenthood was. But guys. I think they were right!
Ben and Lauren on Freeform
Shameless on Netflix
We finished Stranger Things on Netflix last month- if you're looking for something to watch, I highly recommend!
What I'm excited about...
This.
What I'm working on...
I wanted the look of our living room to be a little funky and modern. I chose this rug and wanted decor to match the feel of the rug. Colorful and fun. I found this cow painting at At Home and instantly fell in love and thought it matched the space perfectly. My husband's response to the cow painting was- "it's a cow." Yup, she sure is and what a beautiful cow she is =) The girls have named her Rainbow. ANYWAY, I've been wanting to find other art to fill the very large wall that Rainbow and our big clock is on but I just couldn't find the right piece(s). I decided why not let the girls paint some art work and I will frame them in gold frames I found at Target and call it a day. They finished their paintings last night and I can't wait to see the end result!
Other than my usual Pandora stations (Ed Sheeran, Today's Country, Pop and Hip Hop Power Workout) I haven't listened to any PodCasts lately- anyone have any suggestions?
It's the last Wednesday of the month and that means it's time for What's Up Wednesday! This is seriously one of my most favorite posts to do because it's such a nice little summary of what we've been up to this last month! As always, I'm linking up with Mix and Match Mama!
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What we're eating this week...
Nothing exciting.. doing a little grilling, leftovers and probably pizza at least once!
What I'm reading....
I'm still working my way through Big Magic and want to get started on Rising Strong. My book game has been weak, guys! Our upcoming trip should make up for it though!
What I'm looking forward to...
SO much!
Sophia's birthday party in July
ITALY in July
What I'm loving...
If you've followed this blog, you'll know my love for Wrenn Jewelry! I haven't bought anything recently until THIS ring! I'm in love!
Pink drink from Starbucks. If you are on social media, I'm sure you've seen this drink floating around. It's a strawberry acai refresher with coconut milk from Starbucks. And it's yummy deliciousness and now my go to summer drink!
I bought this pouch for my carry on bag. I'm putting hand sani, kleenex, chap stick and other random items in it. It's too cute!
What we've been up to...
Pool time!
What I'm watching...
I binged on Orange is the New Black and can you say oh.my.goodness. So much good. And so heartbreaking. If you've watched, you'll know what I mean. If you haven't- YOU MUST!
It's not summer without BIG BROTHER!!
What I'm excited about...
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What I'm working on...
An almost six year old's birthday party! She wants an ice cream cake so the question is do I leave the cake to DQ or try to make one on my own. I really love these I've found on Pinterest:
I'm in love with this fun, summer dress! And fringe!!!
My favorite July 4th tradition...
I love Fourth of July! It's probably one of my favorite holidays! I love going to the parades around town, Yankee Doodle Pops, and of course the BBQ's and fireworks!
At the fireworks last year!
Yankee Doodle Pops
Yankee Doodle Pops
So, tell me! What's up with you?!
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