At the moment: October 2024
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At the moment celebrating… Ryan’s Birthday + A Particular 5K
This previous weekend was crammed with celebrations for our household, together with Ryan’s forty first birthday and a particular 5K race! We celebrated Ryan’s birthday with a household hike adopted by slot automotive racing in Kannapolis and a day spent at an area fall pageant earlier than filling up on cake — a mixture of funfetti and strawberry cake at Ryan’s request!
Sunday was additional particular in addition to Ryan and Chase headed out to run in a 5K collectively. Ryder, Rhett and I served as their cheer squad and had plenty of enjoyable rooting for our guys! Chase’s purpose for the 5K was to run the entire race and place in his age group. (The race was fairly small so we tried to maintain his expectations low however knew he had an opportunity based mostly on the small dimension of the race.) Chase was so happy with himself for working the whole time and however his pleasure actually kicked into excessive gear when he discovered he positioned first in his age group. As a mom, I need to say watching your kids create large objectives for themselves, set out with willpower to work towards their objectives after which obtain them is one thing so, so particular.
My good friend and the boys’ former ISR teacher, Religion, began Again to Play final week, an initiative devoted to filling backpacks with important gadgets in addition to some candy surprises for kids impacted by Hurricane Helene. Every backpack can be crammed with hats and gloves, a heat blanket, a stuffed animal, coloring provides, books, small toys and a toothbrush and toothpaste amongst different gadgets. Religion’s efforts have acquired an unbelievable response and she or he’s somebody I can personally vouch for in case you’re searching for methods to assist in the aftermath of this horrific hurricane. Chances are you’ll discover the Amazon wishlist to assist Again to Play right here in case you are fascinated with supporting this unbelievable effort.
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At the moment watching… Ted Lasso + No one Needs This
Ryan and I are nonetheless all-in on Ted Lasso and completely adore the present. Why we waited so lengthy to present it a shot, I’ll by no means know however it’s such a humorous, feel-good present and we sit up for watching an episode collectively each evening earlier than mattress. I do know we’ll be so bummed when it’s over!
I’m additionally at present streaming No one Needs This like seemingly each different girl on the market proper now. Ha! I’m streaming it throughout my at-home exercises so I’m making it by the present on the sluggish facet however I’m about 4 episodes in and loving it! The present looks like a chronic humorous chick flick with a little bit additional sprinkle of coronary heart and battle and I am keen on it.
- At the moment anticipating… Thanksgiving with household
We simply obtained phrase that my mother and father and my sister and her household can be becoming a member of us for Thanksgiving once more this 12 months which has me feeling all types of excited! We had a lot enjoyable internet hosting final 12 months and can’t wait to have a full home through the vacation season once more.
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At the moment researching… A summer season Alaska trip
It’s taking place!!! One of many greatest “bucket checklist” journeys Ryan and I’ve had on our radar for years is within the works. We’re celebrating a number of particular milestone events (each Ryan’s -belated- and my fortieth birthdays, our 15-year marriage ceremony anniversary and Chase’s tenth birthday) with a household journey to Alaska in the summertime of 2025 and are triple-crossing our fingers we’ll be capable to see whales within the wild, bald eagles and many Alaskan wildlife. We’ve performed sufficient analysis to appreciate a cruise might be one of the best match for our household (to get rid of the necessity for hours and hours of driving to see what we need to see) however danggg is it overwhelming to match the entire choices on the market. I’ve spent hours studying blogs and critiques however would love to listen to any of your firsthand expertise in case you’ve even been to Alaska and may need some journey tricks to share.
Ryan is Ultima-obsessed and retains an assortment of flavors readily available to assist in his post-workout restoration. Previously, I’ve sometimes added a scoop to my water (often when the boys request “lemonade” — aka a scoop of lemonade or pink lemonade Ultima) however extra lately, I’ve began including a scoop of Ultima to my water every single day. I prefer it barely watered down (I’ve by no means been large on syrupy/too-fruity drinks) and discover that one scoop in about 24 ounces of water (aka one scoop in my Stanley cup) is ideal for me. I’m not one of the best at ingesting plenty of water all through the day however this appears to assist, particularly within the afternoon, and I really like that it’s giving my physique a lift of 6 electrolytes (calcium, chloride, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, sodium) in addition to vitamin C.
I nabbed this flowy Amazon costume final month and have been reaching for it on repeat as a result of it’s so comfortable and in addition very simple to decorate up or down. It really works so nicely as a transitional costume from summer season to fall and I’ve worn it to church, dinner with girlfriends, volunteering on the boys’ faculty and an occasion in Charlotte. I adore it with sandals, booties, sneakers… you title it! (For sizing reference, I’m 5’7” and carrying a dimension small. It’s very flowy and never too quick.)
After ending The Measure, I used to be within the temper for a thriller and when Lock Each Door grew to become out there by the Libby app, I used to be excited as a result of I’ve loved Riley Sager’s novels prior to now. I’m about midway by this one although and the decision continues to be out. I’m no stranger to understanding the necessity to droop my sense of perception in an effort to take pleasure in a novel however I’m having a tough time feeling invested on this one, and discover myself feeling extra annoyed by the principle character than something. I’m having fun with it sufficient to proceed studying although so we’ll see how I find yourself feeling once I wrap this one up!
Chances are you’ll bear in mind once I couldn’t cease making Pinch of Yum’s air fryer rooster some time again? Properly, they’ve performed it once more with these rooster tacos! Who knew combining soy sauce and taco seasoning might yield some ridiculously scrumptious rooster!? And the avocado aji verde sauce? It simply takes the rooster to the following stage. Add this to your must-make dinner checklist ASAP!
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At the moment searching… Amazon Massive Deal Days
Amazon Massive Deal Days kicked off this morning (October 8-9) and in case you’re hoping to do some searching and probably get forward of some vacation purchasing, I needed to share a roundup of the offers that caught my eye under. (I attempted to incorporate a handful of holiday-specific gadgets!) They’re a mixture of things I personally personal and love and some finds I’m planning to buy myself.
Chances are you’ll browse the entire gadgets I discovered right here on my Amazon Storefront and I’ll frequently replace this web page as I uncover new offers over the course of the following two days.
House
- Skoy Non-Scratching Dish Scrubbers (I am keen on these! They clear pots and pans so nicely and you’ll simply toss them within the dishwasher to wash + reuse them.)
- 6-Foot Pine Garland (for vacation adorning — there’s a clippable coupon and it stacks with the code 77IQUDN8 for additional financial savings. Nice for ordering a number of for a fluffy garland look throughout your mantle. )
- Waffle Maker (our household’s favourite — I make a ton of waffles to freeze so we are able to simply pop them into the toaster on busy weekday mornings)
- 4-Pack iPhone Chargers (to maintain throughout your own home)
- Reusable Swedish Dish Cloths (I can not inform you how obsessed I’m with these items and attribute them to utilizing a LOT much less paper towels in our kitchen)
- NodPod (this factor has been a game-changer for my sleep)
- PackIt Freezable Snack Pouch (one of the best for preserving perishable snacks chilly on the go)
- Bissell Little Inexperienced Machine (I purchased this when the boys had been toddlers and proceed to make use of it to deal with carpet/upholstery messes)
- Brown Luggage (with the code 50A8F904 these come right down to $0.28/bag — nice for goodie baggage or when you have plenty of vacation presents to present out this 12 months)
- Cozy Blanket (I purchased just a few to incorporate in vacation present baskets this 12 months)
- Electrical Lighter (one other nice one to seize just a few of whereas they’re on sale to pair with a candle for vacation gifting)
- Mesh Pouches (so many makes use of for house/child stuff group)
- Rug Gripper Pads (the pads we use to maintain our runners in place)
- Clear Drawer Organizers (a dream for an organized junk drawer/rest room vainness)
Trend
- Oversize Button-Down Flannel (I ordered this one just a few weeks in the past and adore it. I sized up and it’s lengthy sufficient to cowl my booty once I pair it with leggings and it will get softer with each wash.)
- Duster Cardigan (aka the cardigan I pair with every little thing all fall and winter lengthy)
- Flowy Maxi Gown (I’ve this one within the floral “pink” that’s not likely pink and it’s so stunning. I swear it appears to be like very Anthropologie in individual, particularly paired with a cute pair of booties!)
- Coronary heart Pendant Necklace (the chunky gold coronary heart pendant I’ve been carrying these days is simply $11.99!)
- Western Boots (I ordered these in tan as a result of I really like my white pair a lot. Nice for my fellow wide-calf pals on the market!)
- Our Favourite Amazon Sports activities Bra (10/10 high quality — there’s a purpose we’re all obsessed!)
- Bubble Preliminary Necklace (such a cute little discover)
- Outsized Corduroy Jacket (would look cute with leggings, a comfortable sweatshirt and lug boots)
- True & Co. Racerback Bra (the comfiest bra and excellent for carrying below our beloved Goal tanks)
- Adidas Sneakers (these cute platform sneakers are solely $35 immediately)
Youngsters
Magnificence
- Clinique Black Honey Tinted Lip Balm (You haven’t any thought how thrilled I used to be to search out this once more! It was my favourite in faculty and I swear it’s a shade that appears good on everybody. It provides the proper moisturizing pop of shade to pale lips.)
- Flat-Prime Kabuki Basis Brush (The comb I exploit to use base-layer make-up — aka basis, CC-cream, ILIA tremendous serum pores and skin tint)
- IT Cosmetics Your Pores and skin However Higher CC+ Cream (I used to be talked into making an attempt this at Sephora and adore it for the times once I need to put a little bit additional effort into my make-up as a result of the protection is superb. Somewhat bit goes a LONG approach and I’m nowhere close to midway by the tube I purchased on the finish of spring.)
- Dwelling Proof Triple Bond Complicated (I exploit this in my hair when it’s damp after washing and swear it’s elevated its energy and total well being)
- CHI Flat Iron (the one straightener I’ve owned since faculty and it nonetheless works like a appeal. 10/10!)
- ELEMIS Toner Pads (the exfoliating pads I exploit each single morning to assist exfoliate, brighten, even pores and skin tone and texture, and scale back darkish spots and age spots)
- Paula’s Selection Exfoliate (I purchased this months in the past and use it 2-3x every week so it’s lasting me a very long time! The reivews don’t lie and I swear it makes a noticable distinction in my pores and skin tone.)
- Lumify Eye Brighening Drops (Oh my gosh these actually work! I exploit them earlier than particular occasions and swear they make the whites of my eyes brighter.)
- Magnificence by Earth Sunless Tanning Lotion (One of the best for a natural-looking tan that doesn’t make you stink like sunless tanner. Simply apply like an everyday lotion — no tanning gloves required!)
- Retainer Cleaner (for these whose nighgards/retainers additionally horrify them)
- Mighty Patch (on the first signal of a zit, I slap considered one of these on and swear it reduces the period of time a pimple sticks round)
- Julep Eyeshadow Stick (I run this over my eyeliner to make it look much less extreme and a little bit extra smudgy)
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