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?! 

What's Up Wednesday

It's the end of the month and so you know what that means- time for another What's Up Wednesday post!

What we're eating this week

Monday: Tacos

Tuesday: Roast with carrots and potatoes- threw it in a crock pot and VOILA! When we got home, dinner was ready! 

Wednesday- Out- WM gets HOME! 

Thursday- Homemade chicken nuggets, rice and broccoli

Friday- pizza night!

What I'm reading

Guys! You would be SO proud! I read TWO books this month! TWO!

Finished Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown and The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah,
I would highly, highly recommend both books! The Nightingale follows two sisters during WWII, their story is one of both tragedy, loss and the everlasting love of family. It is a must read. Gifts of Imperfections was a book that caused you to really self reflect and if you're into knowing how to become more authentic, how to cultivate connection and gratitude- it's a must read too!

Next up:

All the Light We Cannot See

What I'm looking forward to
Picking up Will from the airport! 

Halloween! Night Eyes! And the pumpkin patch!

Pumpkin patch 2013

Halloween 2014

What we've been up to

Enjoying the weather and doing some major relaxing! Basically- a whole lot of nothing! I don't mind it one bit!

I love this view when I am cooking dinner!

Love these moments when they are playing so well together

What I'm watching

Who else is super excited Fall shows are back on!?

What I'm excited about

Odin has been doing EXCEPTIONALLY well at potty training. We haven't had an accident in more than a few weeks (knock on wood) Saidey is also potty trained fully, besides nighttime. I am also super excited for new things coming at work. :)

What I'm listening to
Right now, I have only been listening to Saidey sing. She has been singing EVERYWHERE. In the car, on the potty, and in the bath. It's mostly a bunch of gibberish but I love listening to it. Most of the time. :) 

What I'm wearing

Fall layers....

Hunter boots...

This scarf

I am finding chambray shirts to be so versatile, perfect for transitioning to the Fall!

Lastly, I am a HUGE sucker for all things plaid this Fall- I just ordered this shirt and am really craving this scarf... just can't hit the "add to cart" button, yet.

I mean, I just can't even with this scarf.

And this one..

See what I mean? Loving plaid!! 

So tell me, what's up with you?! 

What Fall fashion finds are you craving? What is your favorite thing about Fall? Please share in the comments!

What we're eating this week

This is one of our go to meals that the whole family enjoys!

Parmesan Ranch Chicken

What I'm Reading

I just finished The Girl on the Train and can't wait to read The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown. 

What I'm looking forward to

Sophia's Pre-K celebration this Thursday and the Ed Sheeran concert on June 9th! 

What I'm loving

The pictures taken by the wonderful Jennifer Reding Photography. Seriously, how good did these turn out?! 

What we've been up to

Visiting Lansing and starting to make plans to check things off our Summer bucket list! 

What I'm working on

A gallery wall for our living room (does this count as a want or need??) ok- so maybe a project for July.. Sigh this is already harder than I thought. 

What I'm watching

The Bachelorette, Real Housewives of New York and binging on LOST episodes on Netflix. 

What I'm listening to 

Honey I'm Good by Andy Grammar and Shut Up and Dance by Walk the Moon

What I'm annoyed by

I'm good in this area, again :) 

What I'm hoping for

Nice weather for Saturday as I run the 5K in the Dam to Dam

What I'm wearing

Most weekends you can find me in jeans, a T and flats or sandals. I've been wanting Birkenstocks but with the price, I found affordable, cute ones that are similar from Target. And they're super comfortable too! 

So, tell me! What's up with you?!