What's Up Wednesday {1.25.17}

Happy Hump Day! 

Today I'm linking up with Shay, Sheaffer & Mel for What's Up Wednesday. 

What we're eating this week

This week I'm trying some new recipes and so far so good. We had this one pan chicken/veggies on Monday and the hubs and I LOVED it. The kids? Not so much, but they ate it.

I'm attempting this tonight and this tomorrow, we'll see how it goes!

What I'm reminiscing about

I feel like I'm always reminiscing about when my kids were smaller. Seeing my new(ish) niece brings me back to those times with my own kids and damn, it goes fast.

And thanks to Ella constantly still talking about Christmas, I've been reminiscing about that too

What I'm loving:

Our weather has been pretty decent lately which I've been loving. It's allowed for more outside time than usual during winter. Although, we really, really want more snow! I hope we get some.

Also loving some new home decor we've put up - I've showed off my window but there's a couple more things I just finished and we got hung up that I'll be sharing next week

Oh, and I just ordered this super cute lego set for Brayden for Valentine's Day, I think he's going to love it!

What we've been up to:

Not a whole lot and it's been glorious! Having not much going on this month was just what we needed after the holidays. 

We have squeezed in lots of family time which is nice and we've been enjoying watching Brayden play basketball!

What I'm dreading:

Even though it's not for another month, I'm dreading my hernia surgery. I'm such a baby and wish I didn't worry so much!


What I'm working on:

I have lots of things to get done for Brayden's school Valentine's Day party. I'm so excited I get to volunteer for it because originally that wasn't the plan since only 4 parents could and I already volunteered for the Halloween one, but a couple other Moms couldn't do it so it became available for me to help.

I've been browsing Pinterest for inspiration

Other than getting all the games/crafts together for that, I'm not really working on anything for once


What I'm excited about:

Taking the kids to see Disney on Ice this weekend! It's Avery's first time coming with and I know she is going to love it!




What I'm watching/reading:

Of course still watching This is Us and it's just so good. The hubby and I are hooked! Usually on the weekends, we're watching the latest season of Shameless or some documentaries on Netflix.


What I'm listening to:

Right now Fixxer Upper is on in the background


What I'm wearing:

I'm been living in my duck boots and comfy tops during the week - I just ordered this hoodie I've been eyeing forever. There was a flash sale the other day and I couldn't resist, I cannot wait to live in this too!

My mustard scarf has been making an appearance here and there too


What I'm doing this weekend:

As I mentioned above, taking the kids to Disney on Ice! Other than that, not too much which is nice because next month we have lots and lots going on on the weekends


What I'm looking forward to next month:

I'm so excited to be volunteering at both Ella & Brayden's class Valentines Day parties! This is the stuff I live for so I'm going to soak it all up. I'm also excited to celebrate a couple of birthday parties, my sister in laws sprinkle and taking the kids to see Paw Patrol Live downtown. It's going to be a fun February!


What else is new:

We are starting to potty train Avery next week. We are doing the 3 day method which we did with the others, so I know what I'm in for, pee and poop all over until she gets it. Yayyy me (said in my most sarcastic voice) I wrote a post on potty training a while back if anyone else is thinking about it, you can check that out here

I know she's ready (and probably has been for a while now) but it still isn't going to be fun. Plus, it makes me a little sad that our last little babe is about to be diaper free - no more diapers = my kids are growing way too fast. #someoneholdme

Bonus Question: Which Bachelor is your favorite from years past:

Hmmmmm I had to actually google all the bachelors because I've been watching this show so long I can't remember who is who. I don't know if I can pick just one favorite, it would be a tie between Sean & Chris - they seemed like the most genuine guys to me and handled themselves well during their seasons. I really do love Nick too, but until he gets rid of Corinne, he will not be a favorite of
mine.





*Linking up with Going the Distance & Jessi's Design

Valentine's Day Apparel

If you didn't already know it, I'm a sucker for graphic tees and cute shirts. Make it holiday themed and I'm even more about it!

Today I'm sharing some of my favorite fashion finds for Valentine's Day

For the Ladies

                                                                      

                

tictactoe tee//pizza heart tee

heart sweatshirt//heart patch pullover

heart baseball tee//xoxo tee

For the kids

striped heart tee//pink heart shirt//

purple heart top//red love tee

  

Yoda tee//heart breaker

eligible bachelor set//mickey tee

I wish that Yoda shirt came in boy sizes because I know Brayden would love it! I'm thinking about pulling the trigger on the black/white striped with heart elbow patches for myself since I'm volunteering for Brayden's school party.

So what about you? Do you dress in theme for the holidays?



*Linking up with Our Pretty Little Girls

Weekly Recap {1.23.17}

Happy Monday! For the first time in a while, this weekend seemed to move at a perfect pace, not too fast but not too slow.

Here's a look back at our week/weekend

Monday Brayden had off for the holiday so we headed to his buddy's house for a playdate. His friend has a sister Ella's age and they get along great so we always have joint playdates where us Moms stay and hang out so everyone can play. The kids had so much fun they didn't want to leave. Every time I said Ok, time to get going, their little friends would beg for them to stay longer, and every time I gave in because why not? I always feel like we're imposing by staying so long but this Mom really doesn't mind, and we get along well so it's win win. 

Monday night Ella and the hubs worked on her new Ariel legos she got for Christmas

Tuesday was school for Ella and me and Miss A ran some errands in between, stopping at Target, Michaels and Trader Joes

 I've been eating a lot of salads lately with this whole trying to lose weight thing and my favorite is a taco salad. I just throw some ground beef in with lettuce, tomatoes, shredded cheese and mix in some plain greek yogurt. Topping it with fritos is an extra that I know I could do without but that isn't any fun now is it?!

While at Target I picked up this super cute busy book and the girls loved playing with it

Wednesday we headed to the library for Alphabet Soup. The girls listened to some books, did some dancing and at the end the teacher blew some bubbles. I learned that if bubbles are anywhere in Avery's vicinity she will knock you down to get to them (sorry little kids!)

 

 The girls did a simple craft afterwards and then we headed out to run a couple errands

 

Ella had been begging me to play a video game with her so we did that while Avery napped. This girl is getting so good its a little embarrassing!

Thursday was panacakes and pajama day at Ella's school. It was also the day I picked to go in and talk about traditions. Ella wanted to talk about going to see the zoo lights so that's what we did. She was so cute as she stood beside me while we told her class all about it. She never let go of my arm until we were all done and she was so sad when I had to leave.

Thursday Brayden had a basketball game and oh my goodness what a game it was!! He scored his very first basket ever and then made another one throughout. I literally jumped out of my seat when he scored the first one, to say I was one proud Mama would be an understatement!!

the cheerleaders

Friday was a busy day - I spent the morning cleaning then I went to volunteer at Brayden's school for Hot Lunch. My Mom came to watch the girls which was nice. I love seeing my kids at school and I think the feeling is mutual because as soon as I walked in Brayden's class he yelled "Mom!!" and came and gave me a big hug. 

Right after Hot Lunch, I went home, ate quickly then packed the girls up to run a quick errand before heading back to Brayden's school for a speech therapy appt I had for Ella. She got approved for speech classes through our base school and this was the first meeting to get all the info. The girls did amazing as they sat while I had to listen to tons of technical terms being thrown at me. It was right in the middle of Avery's nap time so I was worried about her, but clearly I worried for nothing.

she was loving the pint size water fountains :)

When we were done, school was almost over so I was just going to take Brayden home with me. We had the office call his room to tell him to get ready and the girls and I walked over to his classroom. Another classmate opened the door and the girls ran right in screaming Brayden's name. They all immediately did a group hug and I swear I teared up.

Friday night we had pizza over at my in laws then I took Brayden to his basketball pictures and home. We planned to watch Beauty and the Beast (my fave!) for our movie night so we all settled into the basement to watch. Ella was so cute covering herself up with the blanket at the scary parts. I think that is Avery's new favorite movie as she didn't move an inch the entire time!

Saturday we had dance class then made sure to play outside since our weather was gorgeous! 55 degrees in January, umm we'll take it! Although, we do want snow!!

We put Avery's new scooter together for her and girlfriend was pumped! Although it was a little premature for her, she still had fun



We walked/scootered to the park and let the kids ride around in the tennis courts. We were playing tag with them and if we got them, we took their scooter and they had to get us. Brayden & Ella chasing Rick was so cute/hilarious! He was racing on Brayden's scooter no one could catch him!

Saturday night we met my Mom & nephew out to eat and of course the kids were all crazy - good thing we weren't at anywhere fancy :)

Sunday my Mom picked up the bigs and took them to the movies so me and the hubs basically had a mini vacation just hanging with Miss A. When they got home we all went over my in laws for the playoff game. We hung out there for a while then headed home to watch Beauty and the Beast again, it's definitely Ella's favorite movie for the moment!

The kids are finally in bed and the hubby and I are watching the next playoff game (aka I'm surfing the web) - hope everyone has a great start to their week!

*linking up with B Loved Boston  & The Sirois Family