What's Up Wednesday

Halfway through the week… we’re almost there!

What We’re Eating This Week

We have a lot going on this week, so the kitchen is closed… we’re going to be living off of salads, sandwiches, soups, and any kind of veggies that can be heated up quickly. 

And if I have time, I’m going to whip up some more of these Strawberry Crinkle Cookies to have on hand for the upcoming week.  They are so dang good!

What I’m Reminiscing About

Over the last month I’ve been recapping our NYC Christmas trip from a few years back so I’ve been thinking a lot about that.  If you missed any of the recaps, they are below.   

Day 1

Day 2

Day 3

What I’m Loving

All things Valentine’s Day – fashion, décor, recipes… all of it.  I have always loved all things pink and all things hearts (I mean, hello, look at my logo!) so Valentine’s décor just fits right in with my personality.  I could wear pink stuff and hearts every single day.  I mean, look at how cute this is… and I’m head over heels for this sweatshirt that Lizzie posted the other day… I just can’t justify the price tag.  Waaaahhhh!

I just finished decorating our house for the big day, and I’ll be sharing it soon as well!  Until then, here’s a little sneak peek of my chalkboard… think Frank Sinatra.  ;o)

What We’ve Been Up To

Honestly, this month hasn’t been my favorite.  It’s been nothing but a barrage of sickness (for all of us), ants (in the house – ugh), severe weather, and tons of other little things that I haven’t even mentioned here on the blog for many different reasons.  I hate to complain in this little space of mine because I know that overall we’re extremely blessed, but being bombarded by lots of little things can really take its toll so I will be extremely glad to see January go.  We just need to get through a few more bumps before it’s over.  And speaking of which, I have an unspoken prayer request, so if you could just think of our little family the next time you pray, it would really mean a lot to me.

What I’m Dreading

February if it’s going to be anything like January.  ;o)  I kid, I kid.  I’m praying that February is going to be worlds better!  I must get out of this funk!

What I’m Working On

Even though we’ve had a bit of a rough start to 2017, I’ve also managed to have an incredibly productive start as well.  I’ve already crossed some major things off of my list for the year and I’ve gotten a jump start on others and it’s only January.  Let’s see…

·         Start reading a daily devotional.  I’ve been doing this every single day and I’m loving it.

·         Clean out everything.  I have a long way to go, but I’ve already purged the kids’ toys.

·         Find a new doctor for my chronic back problems – I found the doctor, now I just have to make the appointment!

·         Get Olivia completely potty-trained.  Check!

·         Buy domain for blog.  Check!

·         Host or co-host a link-up.  Two are in the works!  Eek!

·         Connect with new bloggers.  I’ve already met a few new ladies who I know I’m going to love!

·         Post more recipes.  I did one yesterday… did you see it?

·         Increase Instagram following to 5k.  I honestly don’t remember my exact number at the beginning of 2017, but I remember telling B that I hit 3k on 1/13, and now I’m up to almost 3,200, so I’ve had a gain of maybe 300 for the year so far?  At that rate, I shouldn’t have a problem meeting my goal.

·         Increase Twitter following to 1k.  I started around 580 at the beginning of 2017 and I’m up to 619 so that’s not too shabby.  I hate Twitter, so baby steps, y’all.  Baby steps.  ;o)

What I’m Excited About

Co-hosting my very first link-up!  Well, two actually.  I’m going to be joining a current weekly link-up that you may be familiar with as well as working with some other lovely ladies to start a new monthly link-up… busy busy!  More details to come soon!

What I’m Watching/Reading

Watching – Tons of stuff!  My favorite train wreck The Bachelor, This is Us, The Odd Couple, Big Bang Theory, and Shark Tank on TV and then B and I are still binging Gilmore Girls and The OA on Netflix.  Oh, and Scandal starts back up tomorrow night!  Can I get an amen!

Reading – Two by Two by Nicholas Sparks.  I’m a few chapters in and I’m liking it so far!  This one seems a bit different than most of his books for some reason.  I haven’t pinpointed quite why, though. 

What I’m Listening To

Closer by the Chainsmokers.  Over and over and over and over and over and over.  Because… kids.  Haha.  It’s their favorite right now! 

What I’m Wearing

Short sleeves and skinny jeans one day, and then boots and sweaters the next.  This weather has been C-R-A-Z-Y this year.  And it’s often pretty crazy, but this last year takes the cake!

And also on this topic, did you see that I completed my challenge in 2016 and I managed to wear something different for all 366 days of the year?!  Oh yes I did!  You can see how I did it here, you can see how I took all of my OOTD pictures here, and you can see every single individual outfit from 2016 in the links below.

January Recap

February Recap 

March Recap

April Recap

May Recap  

June Recap

July Recap  

August Recap

September Recap  

October Recap

November Recap

December Recap

What I’m Doing This Weekend

Remember those dresses that you've been voting on?  Well, the ball is this weekend and I’m so excited!  I’m still waiting on the last two dresses to arrive, but I will definitely let you ladies know which one I choose.  :o)

What I’m Looking Forward To Next Month

We’re hoping to take a little weekend getaway to Atlanta next month.  They have this place called Snow Mountain, and since Olivia’s never seen snow (and Jacob doesn’t remember it) we would love to take them there.  And maybe also Legoland? 

February is also Olivia’s birth month so I’m really looking forward to celebrating our sweet girl… she will officially be a threenager!!!!  #Scary

What Else Is New

I never really know what to say here because I’m already so transparent with you guys, so we’ll just let this one go and call it a post!

Happy middle of the week, friends!

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