What's Up Wednesday

 Friends, it's Wednesday and what a week it's been. Actually, what a month it's been. The lack of posts is evidence that our month has not only been flying by, but we've been busy at both work and home. It's been a good busy though and we've had a lot of great moments this month. It's time for What's Up Wednesday with Mix and Match Family, The Larson Lingo, and Schaeffer Told Me To. It's one of my most favorite link ups and today, I have a lot to cover!

What we're eating this week....

Monday- Spicy crock pot spaghetti

Tuesday- on your own 

Wednesday- Italian chicken, potatoes and green beans

Thursday- Italian sausages on grill, fresh fruit and veggies

Friday- Pizza night! 

What I'm reading...

Rising Strong by Brene Brown

 To read:

Silver Girl by Elin Hildebrand
Necessary Lies by Diane Chamberlain

What I'm looking forward to...
We're planning a few long weekend getaways coming up that I'm really looking forward to. A little time away with family is just what the doctor ordered!

What I'm loving

All things fringe and tassel! See here.. and here.. and here, here

This throw.. From of course, Target

 Not Your Mother's Beach Babe Hair Cream
This stuff gives my hair beachy waves without much work!

Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Nail Polish

I love painting my nails and recently have been obsessed with Essie nail polish. But after 2 days, my polish would chip and it would drive me. crazy. I came across this brand and LOVE IT! My nails last more than a week without chipping! WIN!

What we've been up to
We celebrated Saidey's birthday and Easter

We've been spending a lot of time outside, picnics are the best!

Family game night

I've also found the miracle that is chalk paint. We painted our dining room table chairs and while still in the process, we are loving the results! Now I want to paint all the things! 

Before

After
Keep in mind that after it's all done, the chairs will all be white with neutral burlap material on the seats
What I'm watching...

Real Housewives of New York
Friends on Netflix

What I'm excited about...
Getting Sophia's Spring pictures back
Family pictures in May
My sister's graduation from Drake

What I'm listening to...

Ed Sheeran radio on Pandora

Straight from the Heartland Podcast

What I'm wearing

Loving this shirt and other Spring shirts I've gotten from J Crew. I especially love this detailing on the neckline! And that yellow?! Swoon! 

These earrings are my new favorite. Super fun and colorful!

I think i've talked about these bracelets before but they're too cute not to mention again. And they also have these in stock... for only $13!! Do y'all see a theme going on here?! Tassels for days! 

So, tell me- What's up with you?! 

What's Up Wednesday

I can't believe a month has passed and it's time for another What's Up Wednesday post! This year is flying by! This is one of my favorite posts to do and I'm linking up with Mix and Match Family, Larson Lingo and Pinterest Told Me To. If you LOVE the Bachelor, she has the funniest recaps on her blog!  

What we're eating

Monday- Spaghetti

Tuesday- Soup/sandwiches (Shay's late night at work) 

Wednesday- Dreaded Leftovers

Thursday- ?? 

Friday- Fish Fry

What I'm Reading

I'm TRYING to read Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert and I have the goal to buy it this weekend and start reading! 

What I'm Looking Forward To

-Meeting my mom's new fur baby, Bella THIS weekend

-Fuller House (THIS Friday) and House of Cards (In March)

Saidey's 3rd birthday and party (insert sobbing emoji here)
Check out my birthday planning Pinterest board!

               Follow Three Gals and a Guy's board HBD!  on Pinterest.  

What I'm Loving

My new Swell bottle

Lace up flats- LOVING these

Mini Melissa Shoes- they're on the pricier side but Nordstrom frequently has them on sale. I have bought two pairs for Saidey that were on sale for $35. They are fun, girly, and have a sweet bubblegum scent. They don't rub against her feet or get stinky. And did I mention a.dor.able? I just searched for this exact pair and they don't have them anymore. Bummer. They do sell out fast especially if they're on sale so sometimes you gotta be quick! 

Mac and Mia

Some of you may have heard about Stitch Fix and Mac and Mia is like Stitch Fix but for kiddos in sizes 0-6 years. I ordered my first box and got it Monday. I love their style of clothes and will go more in depth about my thoughts in a separate post, along with what we kept, probably next week. But some teaser pics...

I have no idea why I can't get this photo rotated. I've tried three times and I give up. So just tilt your head.. =)

Same with this picture....


What We've Been Up To

Enjoying the 50 degree weather

SO, this is a really sweet pic but you have to tilt your head to really see it =) Blogger- you're really failing me right now!

On Sunday, which I've declared my laundry day, my dryer decided to stop working. So at 4 in the afternoon, we went washer/dryer shopping. JUST what I wanted to do- drop a bunch of money for a new washer and dryer on a Sunday afternoon. Not that the money could have gone towards Italy or maybe new shoes?? Naaahh..

Isn't she pretty? Again, tilt your head... so sorry! 

But I am excited to get a new washer/dryer that should be coming TODAY! 

I've had a love/hate with our flooring the last few years. I've noticed that the tile never looks truly clean even after spending time hand scrubbing the floor each week. I'm in a decor group on Facebook and someone mentioned Grout ReColor from Lowe's. Well, on Sunday, I picked up a bottle for $12.99 and went to scrubbing. These were the end results..

You can see clearly where I stopped and I have to say a few things- 1)WOW, what a difference! and 2) YUCK, our grout was THAT bad! But this stuff works wonders and is supposed to last years before you'd have to apply it again. We'll see how that holds up but for now, what a difference in only the 15 minute it took. Now, I haven't done the other rooms (two other bathrooms and a kitchen) but I barely put a dent in that bottle. So I'm thinking $12.99 is one heck of a steal! 

What I'm Watching

Obviously.. 

The Bachelor

Fixer Upper

Grey's

Scandal

Real Housewifes of Anywhere (I watch all the franchises) I swear I am an intelligent person, I just live vicariously through Lisa Vanderpump..

What I'm Excited About
I'm really looking forward to Des Moines Moms Blog Night Out at Jasper Winery next week. I am looking forward to going to a fun event but also meeting some of the readers and spending time with the other writers, too. 

What I'm Listening To

Straight From the Heartland Podcast
Heather Dubrow's World

Last month, I asked for recommendations for PodCasts and NO ONE gave any! C'mon people, give me some recommendations! 

What I'm Wearing

I was scrolling through the photos on my phone and realized I haven't taken ANY outfit pictures... oops. But I have been wearing my Hunter boots A LOT this month. Between snow, slush and rainy weather, they've been getting a lot of use. 

So, tell me- what's up with YOU?!