Monday, January 30, 2017

Weekly Recap {1.30.17}

I can't believe it's Monday already - this time, it came way too quick.

Let's see how our week went

The girls and I had lots of playtime with their treehouse - seriously this has been the most used gift we've ever gotten them!


We headed to our library for story time on Monday, I think it's the last time we'll be going as it is SO boring. The lady who instructs it is super quiet and it's just blah. The girls are always wanting to leave shortly after we get there anyway.



Avery cracks me up. She is OBSESSED with those little tsum tsum's and those little beanie babies. She carries these 3 everywhere with her!



I set up this fun craft for the girls to make - for Avery I cut and she glues but Ella does everything herself (well I draw everything and she then cuts/glues) These girls love crafting!



Brayden has this fun exercise competition going on with school so every night we are doing tons of workouts with him. His push ups are getting so good!


Wednesday we headed to our neighboring town's library. I love this library so much more than ours. The girls had fun playing before heading in to their story time






Every time I'm checking books out, they go sit with these statue kids. It's really funny.


After the library we met Rick at Panera. I grabbed McDonalds for the girls first though because they really don't eat much from Panera which shocks me because everything from there is amazing! They both wanted to sit with their Daddy so it was me on one end and those 3 on the other :)



Brayden has a little beanie baby too, his is Buddy from Secret Life of Pets and he carries him everywhere around the houses and treats him like his own dog. He asked me the other day to help make him a leash out of a broken chain. He was so happy!


Brayden had a half day Thursday and since he was around for the afternoon we set up a bunch of targets and had fun with our nerf guns. Not long after, there was a full on nerf war going on :)



Thursday night we had Brayden's school conference so me and the hubs went there while Grandma stayed with the kids. I always tear up at these because I love hearing what a great kid we have. At home it's a whole other story, but it's so good to hear that at school he is so good!


Brayden had a basketball game later at night and he was super excited his Grandma & Papa came!

 
He scored one basket this game and I was able to get a shot of it


Friday Brayden had off (for more school conferences) and we headed to Costco. Thankfully my Mom came with but it was still pure chaos.


Friday night I took the kids to go see my nephew perform in his holiday show. He was super cute! After we all headed to dinner at Portillos (YUM!) and then home. Rick was out at a poker game with his buddies so when we got home we just relaxed and watched a movie.


Avery loves wearing big brothers hat and she looks darn cute in it too!



Saturday was Disney on Ice and we had so much fun once we got there. It was a little chaotic getting out of the house and then once we got inside there more chaos trying to get food/drinks. Everything was good once we got to our seats and we actually ended up sitting farther back than we were suppose to but it was completely empty and we liked that idea much better.






Sunday was cold but we all headed outside to play anyway. 




 
When we came in the kids worked on their Valentine's. I'm so happy we got this out of the way!


yes, Ella is wearing a Halloween shirt. She says it's her favorite :)


 The bigs went to hang out with Grandma & Grandpa for a little while Avery took her nap and I got some much needed relaxing time. I caught up on Shameless and watched Forgetting Sarah Marshall. Seriously love that movie.

Later Rick & Avery made brownies and our girl was super happy to be having one on one time

 


The rest of the night was spent eating dinner, watching The Little Mermaid, playing some games and just relaxing. 

How was your weekend?


*linking up with B Loved Boston

Friday, January 27, 2017

Friday Favorites {1.27.17}

Happy Friday!

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Brayden is home from school today because of conferences so we have big plans to all go to Costco together, wish me luck!

Check out my favorites for the week :)


{ONE}

Earlier in the week I shared some cute Valentine's tops, you can check them out here if you missed



{TWO}

I scored some major deals this week at Gap/Old Navy. I ordered these jeans because I've been on the hunt for a black pair and the price was amazing after the 40% off! I hope I love them



I also ordered these for the girls for next Christmas - for $8 I couldn't pass them up! #alwaysthinkingahead



{THREE}

Eeeks, isn't this bedding just so cute!? I ordered it for Avery's big girl room, I cannot wait to decorate!

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{FOUR}

One of my favorite things is to have one on one time with each kid. It was Ella's turn for a date with Dad (we rotate parent/kid every month) so last week they went out. Her request was to eat dinner at the McDonalds at the mall so that's where he took her. She was so excited, that morning she woke up, ran right downstairs to me and said "Mom! Today is my date with Dad, I'm so excited!!!"



Next week I'll be taking Brayden on a date, probably to the movies which is his request. We started these dates when the kids turned 3 and even though Avery is only 2, I think we need to add her to the mix because she wanted to go on a date with Rick & Ella so bad!



{FIVE}

My favorite funnies of the week

#truth
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Yes please!

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All I can do is laugh at this one - so true

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Happy Weekending! We are taking the kids to see Disney on Ice tomorrow, we all can't wait :)


Thursday, January 26, 2017

Confessions {1.26.17}

Is it just me, or is this week flyyyyyyying by? I can't believe it's already Thursday. It's been a while since I've linked up for some confessions, so here we go.


I confess..........



  • Dieting makes me angry. I've been tracking my food intake and really watching what I've been eating, and while I like to think it's working a little already, it also makes me so darn hangry all the time! I love food so limiting myself is hard. waaaahhh!
  • Our neighbor was robbed the other week and even though it was petty and no one was hurt, it still spooks me out that it happened so close
  • I ordered this hoodie the other day and probably shouldn't have; I just couldn't help myself! It was on a flash sale so I really couldn't pass up the price, right?!?!
  • I really, really want some snow. I'm probably one of the only ones, but when you live in the Chicagoland area, you are use to snow this time of year and we've had none for over a month now. I LOVE the snow, so please mother nature, bring some our way
  • I said I was going to be better at our budget this month then above said hoodie happened and somehow a few things popped into my cart and were checked out at Gap, ugh, I have no self control.


I think that's enough confessing...sorry hubby if you're reading! :)



Wednesday, January 25, 2017

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.

Crispy Sheet Pan Lemon Parmesan Garlic Chicken & Veggies (Milanese) | http://cafedelites.com:


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

Class Party Ideas for Valentine's Day! How to throw a great party for your kids and their friends!:


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!

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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

Tuesday, January 24, 2017

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

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For the kids






  




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
 
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