Thoughts for Thursday

This is my first Thoughts for Thursday link up! I personally love reading more of the real-life, what's going on, what am I thinking about posts, so I thought it would be fun to try. 

-- Did anyone else read this dating profile a dying wife wrote for her husband? Turns out she's a celebrated author and one of her books is "Uni the Unicorn" which I know is quite popular, and we often read when we go to the bookstore. I think I may need to buy it now to support this sweet family. Grab a tissue and hug your loved ones.

--Continuing with the theme of "tears," ...let's talk about This Is Us. I know you're watching it. I am too. So are all of our friends. And it is tearing our hearts apart episode by episode. Can we just know how Jack dies already?!?! This delayed suspense is killing me, and I know I'm going to be a sobbing mess, so let's get this over with, shall we?

--Moving on to much lighter topics, and one of my personal favorites: clothes. I went in Loft last week during their 40% sale (plus Loft cash - yikes!) and picked up a light blush colored blouse with flouncy bell sleeves, comfy drawstring waist shorts in an army green color, and a minty colored long sleeve blouse. I already wore the blush top to the office on Wednesday (every other week I go into the office for an afternoon and I dress like I'm going to the prom, because every other day it's yoga pants or maternity leggings). 

--I've been trying a bunch of new recipes lately. I know in my weekend post, I linked the Deconstructed Stuffed Cabbage Bowl that I made last week -- my favorite part is that it's a one pot meal. I just love that. If anyone has any suggestions for other good one pot meals (not crockpot, but just toss it all in one Dutch Oven or something), I'd love to hear them!

--I just realized that I'm coming up on my 100th post. Over 7 years (insert laugh-cry emoji here). I shudder to think about what that first post says. ;)

Happy pretty-much-Friday, friends!

Our Weekend

I can't believe it's already Tuesday! Not that I'm complaining, since we're one more day closer to the weekend. :) Speaking of weekends, this past one was super low key, which is so nice for a change. Actually, February has been a very laid back, no-rush month for us as weekends go and we've been enjoying every moment. Sometimes it's nice to not have anything specific on the agenda for the day, and to just go (or not go) where we feel like. 

On Friday we visited daddy at work right at the end of the day, then grabbed dinner at Chipotle. As you can see, the paper-holder-thingy on his desk was a big hit.

Saturday we hit a few home stores and then I made this for dinner. Skinnytaste has yet to disappoint us!

Sunday we took a quick trip to Home Depot and the girls had their first joint cart ride. I die!

Yesterday counts as the weekend, right? Mondays aren't even a real thing. Anyway, miss Hadley Kate turned 8 months yesterday. She is getting so big and strong and smart, and I just couldn't love her any more. 

And Carrington didn't have such a bad Monday either since she got to try on her recital costume at dance class. So. Much. Cuteness. May 13th can't come fast enough. :)

Tonight I'm meeting a bunch of momma friends for snacks, drinks, and massages. Not too shabby for a Tuesday, I guess. :) 

Hope your week is off to a great start!

Sunday Thought

Happy Sunday, friends!

Five on Friday

Hi, readers (mom, husband)! ;) 

Man I really just cannot get it together with blogging. I swear I have 1213921 post ideas but can't seem to find the time to actually compose them. I recently went through a little discouraging period, too, where I realized just how many bloggers there are -- why does anyone need another one?! Ha. But then I read something that talked about how, even though it may seem like something is already being done, it's not being done by you. Nobody can add your unique voice, perspective, and experience for you if you don't. That spoke to me. So, here I am! Joining one of my favorite link ups, Five on Friday. Here's to some good stuff in March. :)

1. All of the Spring things. 

For the past week or two, Spring has made an appearance here in the Northeast and I. am. so. excited. I know it's just a brief and cruel preview ;) but I am soaking it up. And by soaking it up, I mean purchasing all of the Spring things. Haha! But really. Target and Gap are killing it with their little girl/baby girl clothes. Both girls are already set with three bathing suits each. I think I can take a little break now. My husband would probably appreciate it. :) Here's Carrington modeling some of our latest finds. Having girls is too much fun.

2. Breakfast dates. 

Steve and I recently snuck away for a quick weekday breakfast date at one of our favorite spots, Turning Point. We took two cars because he had to head to work straight from the restaurant, but it was still soooo nice. Have you all ever tried a breakfast date instead of dinner? It was so nice to have some coffee, talk, and start our day off on that foot (the delicious veggie omelet and potatoes didn't hurt, either).  I can't wait for our next one!

3. The sisters. 

Included on my never-ending list of ideas for posts are so many revolving around the girls (big surprise, right?).  I'd love to do a thorough update on both of them, as Carrie is already a quarter of the way through being three, and Hadley is going to be 8 months in a couple of days! HOW?! They are each such unique little individuals and watching their relationship develop is already one of my favorite things in the whole world. 

(Anyone else still rocking Christmas jammies?)

4. Nars "Orgasm" Dupe

I've been wearing this blush for as long as I can remember. I've tried a couple of others for fun along the way, but always always came back to this one. It ran out a month or two ago and I didn't feel like shelling out for a new one quite yet, so I used an old Covergirl blush I had which was eh, fine. Then that ran out and I went two weeks sans blush. WOAH. I wasn't aware how much a tired momma benefits from some color on her cheeks! Still, I didn't feel like paying $30 for blush so I picked up the Pixi by Petra Glow-y blush in "Rose" for half the price to see if it could be a good dupe. Spoiler alert: IT IS! If you're one of the cult followers of "Orgasm," try this one. 

5. Upcoming post ideas

So, here are a few of those ideas I've been thinking about. If you're reading (hi!!!) and find any one in particular of interest, let me know and I'll be sure to get to it as quickly as possible. 

-toddler meal ideas

-Hadley's nursery tour

-Carrington's big girl room tour

-new house before & afters

-our experience with torticollis/infant helmet

-the house hunting/buying process 

-day in the life of a WAHM (work at home mom)

-favorite spring finds so far 

-welcoming another baby (toddler and family transition)

-Hadley's birth story 

-second c-section experience/recovery

-house decorating inspiration

-favorite dupes (try this for less)

-mom secrets (hint hint: buy kinetic sand)

-birthday party planning 

TGIF! Have a lovely weekend, all!