Friday Favorites

I'm missing Iowa so much right now, but it was 70 degrees when I went for my walk this morning so I'll be thankful for that!  I needed a nice cool walk! 

Last Friday night I attended, The Gathering, a women's conference put on by our church and it was everything my soul needed and more.  We've been stretched this season and I really needed this message.  So thankful for a church that's bible centered and pours into its people!

Sunday was a great recharge for us. We were all home at the same time for the first time in too long.  After church we basically just watched football the rest of the day!  My fantasy team is garbage {0-2} but at least the Vikings are 2-0.  It's been a great start to the season for them!

We've also been watching the Cubs all season.  As we get closer to post season and PCA's 40/40 milestone, it's getting even more exciting.  I love a family that all loves the same teams! :)

Youth group has started back up at church and a friend teaches one of the

middle school classes so I got a text -- always a favorite of mine! :)

 

This weekend we get to watch our favorite football player, Cullyn {!!}, play in his homecoming game. I LOVE their tradition of putting the players' banners up all around the fence line.

We're puppysitting for a friend this week and while I have been reminded that we will never have another puppy again {I'm too old, & tired!, for that!}, it's been super cute to see him and Lola wandering the house together! :)  Lola loves all pets, kids, people!

Happy Friday everyone!!

Friday Favorites

I spent the week with my sister and mom in Mexico, so there is a LOT to love this week!  Especially since we moved to Florida, I just treasure every second I get with our family!  

Cullyn had a tackle, a touchdown, and several other great plays at his game this week! :)

On that note, possibly the greatest 'mom hack' of all time -- learning that power washing football jerseys/pants works 1 billion times better than ANY stain remover.  {I had sprayed the top half of the pants in this photo.}

 

I got to see my mom on her birthday!  Especially since we moved away, it's always a gift if I get to see my parents on their birthday!  Sadly, I didn't get to see my dad on his birthday {the day before} but I'm just grateful I got to see one of them.

One of my agents hit a big milestone in her travel career, so I got to celebrate her! :)

I don't think I've told you yet that I've started teaching myself embroidery!  It's been so much fun!

I plan to order an Alaska template and attempting to put that on a tea towel. 

Bonus -- these swinging chairs they had at the resort in Mexico were amazing!  I would LOVE to add a couple somewhere in our house -- SO relaxing!

Happy Friday everyone!!

Friday Favorites

If I'm being honest, there were several NOT favorites this week {the air conditioner went out the day after Adam left town, both cars were in the shop, etc.} BUT, that's why I love these posts each week -- they make me look for the good things that happen.  They are there, even when I'm tired & stressed, & very ready for Adam to be home! ;)

It was game week -- YES, please!  We all kind of needed the mid-week break!  Bonus, 2 of these ladies showed up with a card shuffler for my birthday!  How sweet, right?!  Here is your sign to start a monthly girls club {it was cards for me, because they're ma favorite, but it could be anything -- books, games, crafts, sports, whatever!}

At the end of every week I am just so tired & I can't help but think 'I AM LIVING MY VERY BEST DAYS'!  I know I sound so cliche, but am I going to be dreaming of these years for the rest of my life.  I just love being around to experience my my kids as much as I can!

This is kind of silly, but if you have a teenager {or older} child, you might get it.  Adam was out of town this week and this girl ASKED me to sleep with me all week.  Every time she asks I try to play it cool, but secretly I want to cry because I know these nights are limited.  It's so bittersweet!

My friend asked if I wanted to join her for a pedicure and I couldn't say YES fast enough!  I'm so glad our girls found each other because she's been such a joy in our lives!  Plus, she makes the hours of sitting on bleachers so much more fun! :)

I didn't get a ton of updates {Adam has been up north fishing with some of his favorite guys} but I appreciated all the updates I got!  I love seeing his smile and knowing he's making special memories with is dad, brothers, nephews, and best friend.  It's a gift I know everyone doesn't get the opportunity to have, so I'm praising God he did.  Prayers for safe travels home tomorrow!

Happy Friday everyone!!