Category: Friday Favorites

Hello and happy Friday (the 13th!)

Shew…re-entry after a week off has about done me in. It was a good week, but it was also a busy one.

As always, I’m linking up with Erika and Andrea for Friday Favorites.

Here are some favorites from the week:

While leaving the beach is never a favorite, arriving home to fall-like temps definitely was a favorite. This whole week we’ve had beautiful weather.

Today, I’m sharing some fall “faves” from the week.

I really do love Trader Joe’s candles, and I’m a sucker for a variety pack of fall scents. This week, I’ve already burned all of these, and they are fabulous. I think Maple Sugar is my fave.

Trader Joe’s has had their pumpkin bagels for a while, but just last weekend we finally spotted the pumpkin cream cheese. Hadley was so excited.

*not me buying more mums because I thought the little pot was cute*

I saw these smaller mums when I went to TJ on Sunday, and they made me happy.

I like to change the background of my flat panel to fit the season…

…so this is my classroom view when I don’t need to use my flat panel:

I’ve seen some fun fall content on Insta…

How cute is this graphic from @bloomdailyplanners:

I loved this little Diet Coke ghost from @ashton.creates

Check out her “Let’s go ghouls” series on Insta.

I’m not sure when it happened, but October has been a favorite month of mine for a long time.

I’m not sure about a scary movie, but I love fall movies. It will be pumpkin carving time soon! Apple cider has been a staple in our home since September. You know I love to light a fall candle, and I’ve been enjoying the cooler morning air. Yay! I’m 4 for 4 with my workouts this week. I’m trying to get back on track!

Favorite outfit:

How cute is this quilted top from Shop Style Your Senses? It’s the “Ava” top, and I got so many compliments when I wore it on Tuesday.

Favorite Mom Meme:

We made it to 8th grade before I really started feeling this way, but here we are:

Bonus Fave: Flashback Friday:

There’s a big game this weekend…My MIZZOU Tigers are coming to Lex to play the Wildcats. Both teams are 5-1….and while I don’t get my hopes up for a win for MIZ, I hope it’s a good game.

I think 2011 was probably the last time my kids were Tigers fans. haha

Weekly Recap:

Here are posts from the week:

What are your weekend plans? We have a lot of fun going on. Hayden has the state cross country meet, UK plays Missouri in football, and Hadley has cotillion dance that she’s really looking forward to. Hayden’s supposed to go as well, but apparently he “can’t miss” a football game!

If we can find some time for the pumpkin patch, I hope to do that too!

I hope you have a great weekend.

Hello and happy Friday!

I hope you’ve had a great week!

As always, I’m linking up with Erika and Andrea for this week’s Friday Favorites.

Like last week, I’m sharing my photos for Erika and Shay‘s September Photo Challenge.

Here are some favorites from the week:

September 8: In your town

Friday night lights were happening last Friday. We went to my school’s Homecoming football game. The weather felt like fall, so that was definitely a favorite.

September 9: Nature

Nothing says “cross country meet” like tons of hay bales!

Hayden had his first 4k race of the season, and placed 3rd. The weather was perfect for running…or so I’ve been told 😉

September 10: Letter A

Honestly, I wasn’t sure what I was going to share for this one, but after putting out my fall decorations, I had to make a trip to Michael’s. I saw my favorite Ashland light up pumpkin (I have two!)…and they were on sale.

September 11: Thankful for

My slow cooker, so dinner would be ready after all our evening activities.

September 12: Leaves

I’m loving how my mantle turned out this year!

September 13: 5 things

I shared this pic from the weekend. After Hayden’s cross country meet, he and I went to Hobby Lobby (he was thrilled…haha)…but then he spotted a Crumbl Cookie, so I said we could stop in there.

We got six total cookies, but five different flavors. They were pretty good.

September 14: Window view

I snapped this pic right before I headed out to bus duty.

Other Faves:

Long story short, Hayden’s friend was playing in the middle school regional golf tournament, and he needed a few more kids to make the foursome.

Hayden had fun on Sunday playing nine holes in the tournament.

I really showed restraint at Hobby Lobby, but I came home with a few pumpkins and a new fall coffee mug.

On Wednesday, Hadley and crew showed up and showed out in pink for 8th grade night for a couple of her friends who play basketball. Hayden and his friends were there too…some of them even wore pink!

Favorite Mom Meme:

The other night at dinner, Hayden inhaled a bowl of soup and went back for more. On his way to the stove, he grabbed a granola bar out of the cabinet and ate it before heading back to the table with another bowl of soup.

These kids stay hungry!

Bonus Fave: Flashback Friday:

I love this sweet moment from 2012.

What I wouldn’t give to go back in time for a bit…

Weekly Recap:

Here are my posts from the week. I wrote about a little bit of everything!

What are your weekend plans? Hayden has a race, and there’s a home UK game. I hope to enjoy some downtime, have some time to read, and cross some things off my to do list.

I hope you have a great weekend.

Hello and happy Friday!

TGIF! Why do the shorter weeks always feel longer? It was a good week, but it just felt never ending.

As always, I’m linking up with Andrea and Erika for this week’s Friday Favorites.

Here are some favorites from the week:

I’m taking a different approach to this week’s Friday Favorites post.

This week, I’ve joined in with Erika and Shay for their photo challenge on Instagram.

So far, I’ve remembered to share the daily photo. Here’s a look at the week:

September 1: The letter “F”

Well, September 1st was Friday, and we had some Friday night FUN.

Hayden went to the trampoline park with friends for a friend’s birthday. Hadley headed to the UK volleyball game, so Travis and I went out to dinner downtown before joining her and our friends at the volleyball game.

It was definitely a fun night.

September 2: Selfie

I snapped a sweaty selfie after Hayden’s cross country meet! I was wearing my favorite Fabletics leggings and SSYS workout tank.

September 3: Your view

Well, on Sunday, I had a few errands to run, and I went into Bath and Body Works. My view was of all the “wonderfall” fall candles. I bought a couple, of course!

September 4: Monday

Monday was Labor Day, and I was able to spend a couple hours at the pool. I read for a bit and chatted with my mom friends. Our pool stays open one weekend past Labor Day, so maybe we will get there one more time this weekend before it closes for the year.

September 5: Football

My mom got me this Chiefs flag, and I decided to put it out this week in honor of the Chiefs first game last night.

September 6: Smile

Hadley and I went to get froyo with good friends after her volleyball clinic on Wednesday. It’s always good to see them, and of course froyo makes me smile.

September 7: View

On Sunday, when I was out running errands, I stopped in Michael’s and saw this “Boo”sign. Of course, it’s for Halloween, but I snagged it for Hadley’s room. It’s kind of a running joke, but when I get annoyed about asking her to do something, she says, “boo”…but in a funny way.

I surprised her with this lit up in her room, and now it’s my view every night when I go in to tell her goodnight.

Hopefully, I can keep up with the photo challenge the rest of the month.

Favorite Outfit:

I shared recent outfits this week, but then wore this one yesterday. I got lots of compliments on it at school. It was a comfy but cute outfit for a Thursday at school.

Favorite Mom Meme:

This one applies, but I guess I have to give the kids credit…they did earn some money this summer…and they do go a few places on their bikes. haha

Bonus Fave: Flashback Friday:

Football season is back, and I always love this football memory before we headed to a UK game when the kids were little.

Weekly Recap:

Here are my posts from the week in case you missed one:

Not Just a Mom:

We have our monthly Not Just a Mom link up on Monday.

We are talking about hobbies! If you have a blog, we’d love to have you join us.

What are your weekend plans?

Of course, Hayden has cross country and there’s a home UK football game tomorrow. I’m not sure our plans, but we might be able to go.

I’m kind of itching to put out some fall decorations, but I will probably wait until next week.

I hope you have a great weekend.

Hello and happy Friday!

*sigh* besides today, I only have one more Friday without school responsibilities…I guess I better savor these last few days while I can.

As always, I’m linking up with Andrea and Erika for this week’s Friday Favorites.

Here are some favorites from the week:

On Sunday, we picked up Hayden from running camp. He had the best time. This is a camp for high school runners, but he was able to go this summer along with a few other 8th graders.

Throughout the four days, he ran 45 miles including 10 miles on Saturday with the big kids. He texted us and said, “I did it!” I love that he was proud of his accomplishment.

They definitely did more than just run. They had guest speakers, sessions for stretching, theme nights, volleyball, swimming, and more.

Cousin Jacob was there, so I knew he’d be in good hands!

After picking Hayden up, we headed to Louisville to celebrate Trav’s mom’s birthday. Most of the grand-kids were there…

Hadley and I have still been baking at least once a month. This week, we made Chocolate Zucchini Cake. I think this is one of the first recipes I shared on the blog. We usually add a dollop of Cool Whip on each slice. I got the recipe from a childhood friend of mine.

The neighbors shared some flowers from their garden with us…so pretty!

This week, the kids have been in charge of watering that neighbor’s garden as well as checking on and feeding their cat. This has been a good summer of responsibility for the kids. Hadley has babysat quite a few times, Hayden has mowed some lawns (including ours), and then they’ve watered neighbors flowers and checked on pets. It’s been good for them to have to have a few responsibilities and nice that they can earn a little money.

What seems to be more rare than a unicorn sighting? Seeing a smiling teen boy out in public!? lol #welcometomyworld

I’m kind of struggling with the fact that my boy is looking like a man!?! He gets the best tan in the summer, has grown a few inches, and has the best smile (when he shows it 😉 )

I had pool time with the kids a couple of days this week which has been so nice. They mostly hang with their friends and ask me for money for a snack while I read…but I’ll take what I can get.

I started this book, and I’m really excited to read it.

This week, I started my 3rd phase of Invisalign. Phases 1 and 2 were 30 weeks each. At the end of a phase, they re-scan you, and then it’s about 5-6 weeks before you get your new aligners. So, I had an appointment, and it really is the little things that are favorites… For this phase, I don’t have attachments (or buttons?) on my front teeth! That’s a win for me. Obviously, I wear the aligners most of the time, but it’s nice not to have those on my front teeth for when they aren’t in. Yes, those attachments (mostly) blend in, but it’s still something I think about when the trays aren’t in.

I think at the end of the 30 weeks,I should be finished, but we’ll see.

Last night, I had dinner with a friend in a favorite spot in town. I ordered the steak salad, and it was delish.

It was so great seeing her and catching up. I wish we could see each other more often, but when we do get together, it’s like no time has passed.

Favorite Kid Quote:

We had kind of a hectic evening last night, so before we all went our separate ways, I said, “Let’s get our ducks in a row.” Hadley said, “I feel like my ducks are all over the place.” haha That definitely sounds like something I would say! I was like #samegirlsame

Favorite Mom Meme:

Every dang time…(I guess I should be happy they are bathing!)

Bonus Fave: Flashback Friday

This pic popped up in my Facebook memories from 2014…The kids with a couple of the horses on Trav’s farm.

Weekly Recap:

I loved all my posts this week –a few laughs, a travel recap (part 2 next week!), and a couple of fun link ups…

What are your weekend plans? We actually don’t have too much on tap…besides keeping our ducks in a row.

On Monday, I’m sharing the books I read this month.

I hope you have a great weekend.