Friday Faves!

Happy Friday, and happy Tax Day (insert groans) haha!

Hopefully the week's been kind to you! If it hasn't, at least the weekend is here to cheer you up, and if it has, the weekend is here to keep you going on the happy train!

Friday Favorites // Friday Favorites // Oh Hey Friday// 5 on Friday

My faves this week are:

{1} MG comes home today!!!

After almost 2 weeks of being away in Paris (lucky!) MG is getting home today and should be at the house by the time I get back from work today! I'm so happy to get to see him, hug him and just spend time with him. Not to mention the fun plans we have to celebrate our anniversary (and the weather is supposed to be nice, too!). 

{2} Girl's Night Out

I mentioned it the other day, but on my actual anniversary (Tuesday) two of my friends insisted on taking me out for dinner so that I wasn't at home alone on my anniversary. We had Mexican food and stuffed ourselves on chips and salsa (so many!) and yummy food, plus all of the girl talk--it was perfect. I'm so lucky to have friends who look out for me!

{3} Favorite Quote/Thought/Prayer

{4} Favorite New Recipe
I tried out buffalo cauliflower bites this week which were delicious and now I'm eyeing these parmesan cauliflower bites next! Yum!

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{5} Funnies
Me when the temps finally go above 60 degrees with sunshine

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When you go out to eat Mexican food, fill up on all the chips and salsa, and then end up with 2 meals worth of leftovers because you're too full:

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When I get the bright idea to do some weight lifting

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When you're busy working, and you look up to see that it's way past time to leave for the day

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Me, when MG walks in the door from his 2 week long work trip this afternoon (minus the wedding dress, although that would be pretty funny)

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Happy Friday, friends! I hope your weekend is spectacular!!

What's Hap-"Pinning" Wednesday {#28}

Before I get started with my regularly scheduled post, I just wanted to thank you all for your heartfelt comments, both on the blog and in private messages, on my post yesterday about my dad. It means the world to me to have so many people out there to send us positivity and send up prayers for us, so thank you thank you thank you!

It's Wednesday which means it's time to link up and share what's hap-"pinning" with Jessi and I!

Since it's been a bit of a tough week for me and my family, I've been looking for, and open to, all kinds of inspiration and things to lift my spirits and keep me moving in a positive direction. I figured if it helps me, it might resonate with some of you as well.

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And to add some light and levity to this post, here's a funny that made me laugh when I saw it:

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Now it's your turn to link up and share what's hap-"pinning" with you. It can be anything that's going on--it doesn't have to involve Pinterest!

Friday Faves

Happy Friday!!! We made it through another full week, and hopefully you have the prospect of a 3-day weekend ahead of you!

Friday Favorites // Friday Favorites // Oh Hey Friday// 5 on Friday
My favorites this week are:

{1}-Happy Hour Celebration
After work today I'm meeting up with my friends from work for a little happy hour to celebrate my one coworker's birthday. This is the group that we went out with for drinks after my holiday party over the weekend, so it'll be nice to hang out outside of school again. Plus, it's Friday before a long weekend, and what better time to celebrate?

{2}Favorite Quotes
I saw this one over on Owen's blog yesterday and it was a great reminder 

And my bestie sent me this one this week, which I also loved:

{3} Favorite Meal
On Wednesday night I made spinach artichoke "dip" pasta. Oh my word was it delicious. There was very little that was 'healthy' about this dish but I didn't even care because it was filled with creamy deliciousness! All of my coworkers at lunch yesterday commented on how good it looked (and it was!!)
 Recipe coming soon :)

{4}Favorite Tutorial
Did you catch my girl Karly's blog earlier this week with her recommendation and tutorial on the Hot Tools thermal styling brush and how to get a nice DIY blow out? I'm buying that brush and I'm totally following that tutorial because who doesn't love a blow out? And Karly's hair always looks amazing!

{5} Funnies

When you see a picture of a guy you used to date in HS on Facebook and he looks nothing like he used to

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How I want to respond when someone has a meeting that should be 45 minutes and it ends up being 2 hours...all of which is past your contract time (aka not getting paid)

credit goes to Jess

The little guy in your head when your higher-up says something really stupid, and if you open your mouth, you'll be in trouble:

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When you're trying not to shop at your favorite store, Loft, to save money this month, but you see some pretty things on sale:

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Have a quick and easy Friday, and enjoy that weekend! You deserve it :)

Thoughts

Sometimes you just need some midweek pick-me-ups and reminders. These ones have been resonating with me lately:

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Happy Tuesday

What's Hap-"Pinning"? Wednesdays {#6}

Happy Hump Day!! It feels like it got here a lot quicker since it was a 3 day weekend, doesn't it? It's the little things :)

Let's talk about what's hap-"pinning"!
Link up with us and share anything that you've been pinning, or things that have been happening in your life...or a combination of both! Just grab the button below and add your blog to the link up! :)

Since this week is back-to-school for our kids, I've been pinning some cute teacher outfits to try and incorporate or take inspiration from into my work attire. Aren't these super cute?

   {So bright!}                              {Love the color pop}                          {Cute use of mustard}

And who doesn't love a quick and easy weeknight dinner, especially during the busy Back to School week? Time to bust out the crockpot and make these delicious recipes:

   {Chicken Parm}               {Buffalo Chicken Noodle Soup}            {Chicken Fajitas}

I'm totally drooling right now....

I've seen some great quotes and inspiration on Pinterest lately--and who couldn't use a few mid-week reminders and inspiration?

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Now link up with Jessi and I below and share what's hap-"pinning" with you!







Happy Wednesday!!

Friday Faves

TGIF for real! I am so very ready for the weekend to get here because I have a bunch of stuff planned, the weather is supposed to be nice, and I could use a little bit of a break from work.
Before we get to the weekend, let's talk about some faves this week!

Friday Favorites // Friday Favorites // Oh Hey Friday// 5 on Friday

{1} Zoodles!
I'd been hearing about and seeing recipes for zoodles all over the interwebs and blogs. I was super intrigued so I finally bit the bullet and ordered a spiralizer. I have not regretted it for a second! So far, I've made two super tasty meals (recipes coming soon!) and I feel totally satisfied afterwards, without any guilt! Zoodles for Life!

{2} These Funnies 
(you know I can't let a week go by without posting some funnies!)

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{3} This Quote
I saw it on Instagram from one of the ladies on Married at First Sight and it totally resonated with me:

{4}-Girls' Weekend!!

MG is on a golf trip with his buddies this weekend, so what better time to have a girls weekend? Tonight one of my besties, Trish, is coming over for a wine and pizza night/sleepover. And tomorrow night, two other friends are coming over for a night of wine, apps and girl talk! I always love spending quality time with my friends so when the opportunity arises, I grab it! I know this weekend's gonna be a ton of fun (I have a feeling the wine flu might get me this weekend ;)

{5} My Mom(s)
In honor of Mother's Day, I wanted to dedicated my last, and most important favorite to my two moms! First, my actual mom who I love and adore and don't have enough words to describe all of your amazing qualities. I admire your strength throughout all of the hardships going on with my dad's health. I know it's not easy, but you've been an amazing support for him, and for me, throughout it all.  I love that you've given me the ability to look at hardships as an opportunity for learning and growth. You've also given me the gift of humor and silliness. I feel so lucky knowing that I have you to call in happy times, and in rough times. I seriously could not ask for a better mom in the world! There are so few things better than being wrapped in a hug from you!

Second, my mother-in-law who I also love. You are a woman of strength and kindness, not to mention you're a riot! :) I appreciate so much how you have taken me into your family from the get-go and treated me as one of your own. I love that you call me and check in on me. I love that we can have an hour long conversation on the phone, or in person, and feel like time has flown by in the blink of an eye. I feel so incredibly lucky to have a mother-in-law who feels like another mom. And, of course, I love you for making an amazing son who is caring and loving, who makes me laugh on a daily basis :)

Happy early Mother's Day to all the mommies, and mommies-to-be out there! 
Happy Friday! Now go enjoy you some weekend! 

Pinspiration Wednesday

Some days it's easy to get bogged down by every day things, or other life happenings. But some of those times all you need is a reminder and a bit of inspiration to see the good:

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I hope your Wednesday is full of happy and positive things and people!