Weekend Lovelies

Summer Sails. Weekend Lovelies Favorite Things

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Welcome to Memorial Weekend! Can you believe it is here already? We are excited to share some of our favorite summer finds in this edition of Weekend Lovelies. Do you have any fun plans this weekend? Maybe you have a barbeque to attend? This week we shared a couple easy and pleasing summer recipes. Need an easy dessert? Try our Chocolate S’mores Treat. Whip up a tasty appetizer with this recipe for Pan-Fried Onion Dip. Either way keep it simple and enjoy the start of summer time fun. Fingers crossed that it may be warm and sunny. Cheers!

  1. Table In A Bag is a must for the summer. We have used ours a ton over the years. Perfect for picnics and concerts in the park.  
  2. Everyone needs a good hat especially to keep the sun off of your face. Loving this visor.  A must buy for summer walks.
  3. Remember playing with paper dolls as a kid? Why not print and play with these Frozen Paper Dolls.
  4. Cute and practical Athleta has amazing swim suits for all of your summer adventures.
  5. Father’s Day is only a couple weeks away.  This easy recipe plus Father’s Day Printables is a great way to celebrate DAD.
  6. Let’s cheers to this holiday weekend with some Red White and Blueberry Margaritas.
  7. You can’t have a party with cocktails without having these cute Rope and Neon Coasters to set your drink on.
  8. Obviously we love a good s’mores recipe but why not sandwich your campfire creation between two cookies? Yum!
  9. Not enough time to make an appetizer? Cheese is always a favorite.  The cutest local cheese shop.
  10. Spread The Love with with these knives at your next picnic.

 

Weekend Lovelies // doTERRA Giveaway Winner

Choose joy ....

:: Weekend Lovelies // doTERRA Giveaway Winner ::

I love the quote above… it’s such a good reminder that we need to choose joy daily. It’s honestly more of a mindset, don’t you think? Some people are so good at seeing the bright side of things, finding the good in all circumstances, and learning life’s lessons in every trial. For others, it’s definitely a struggle.

I tend to be one of those optimistic people… however lately, I’m not sure if I’d describe myself as such. Life has a way of wearing you out, doesn’t it? I know I’ve written about this before… but for me personally, I get bogged down with the day-to-day things of being a stay-at-home, homeschooling mama to four young children. I have this internal fight in me of wanting to go back to my profession as a school psychologist, but then also wanting to stay home with my kids during these years when they’re little. Of course, there is more than the mundane day-to-day things that get me down at times… it’s also the situational things that arise, as well. [Read more…]

Weekend Lovelies

Mother's Day Poem

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Happy Mother’s Day Weekend, friends! Welcome to this edition of Weekend Lovelies dedicated to whom else?!?….Mom! We are sharing with you the “My Handprint Poem.” I received my first one of these poems 4 years ago when Mason was in preschool.  It really touched me; in fact I kept the poem and handprint hanging for some time on a bulletin board in my closet so that I could see it every morning.  It was a lovely reminder that our little ones are only little for so long.  The days may be long, more often than not, but the years are short.  Yes the house is a mess, the kids are fighting, but they are oh so cute! I know that Sara and I will look back years from now and reminisce about these days.  We would like to wish you all a lovely Mother’s Day! {A Happy Mother’s Day, as well, to our Moms, Step-Moms, Grandmothers, and Mother-in-Laws!} We hope you all get a little time to relax and enjoy this special day! 

  1. Shopping, yes please!! We love a good outfit from Reverie The Shop.  Better yet we love a good discount too, Reverie is offering free shipping and a free tote for orders $100 or more. Promo Code-Simply Happenstance.
  2. Pink, pink, and more pink….I don’t think our husbands will go for these pretty Pink Kitchens, but we love them.
  3. Mommy loves flowers, but plants are always a good gift.  This DIY Hanging Planter is a must make.
  4. Are your kids scared of the dark? These Casita Night Lights are perfect for taming their night fears, and they are lovely too!
  5. A good margarita is a must, but as a Skinny Margarita Popsicle? Can’t wait to make these for those long hot summer days.
  6. We are thinking of putting in a fire pit, this fire bowl looks perfect for backyard entertaining.
  7. Still need cute Teacher Appreciation ideas? Loving these Teacher Appreciation Tags from River and Bridge.
  8. A Mother’s Day Brunch is all we need on this special day….hint hint.
  9. We will take it all, 11 Links We Love For A Happy Mother’s Day Weekend.
  10. And let’s end the weekend with a slice of Coconut Cloud Cake. Yum!

 

Weekend Lovelies

Weekend Lovelies

:: Weekend Lovelies ::

Hello, friends! Nicole and I are so glad that you’ve stopped by our blog to check out our latest finds and favorite things! Thanks for being here!

So, before we move on to our lovelies… how was your week? I celebrated my 36th birthday {gulp!} this past Tuesday! {I’m honestly starting to lose track!} Nicole was so thoughtful in dedicating her delicious Tres Leche Cupcake post to me! {Thanks, my friend… that was super sweet!} My family and I spent the day at the beach {my favorite place}, soaking up the crazy warm weather we’ve been having in Southern California! It was a wonderful day! Good food, sandy toes, warm sunshine, lots of smiles, and playing in the ocean always makes for a fabulous day! I am so thankful for another year! [Read more…]

Eden Pier Giveaway Winner

Eden Pier Giveaway Winner

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Summer is coming and our lucky winner will be able to enjoy her $100.00 towards Eden Pier.  We are excited to announce the winner of our Eden Pier Giveaway is……Dana!!! Congratulations Dana you are one lucky gal! It’s the perfect start to the week. We hope you enjoy your giveaway win and let us know if you decide to go with the Indigo Convertible Tankini or if you choose another one of Eden Pier’s fab suits.  Congratulations!!!

 

Weekend Lovelies

Weekend lovelies. A list of our favorite things from the web. Including this ferris wheel.

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Oh weekend how we have missed you!  Raise your hand if you thought this last week was busy? I don’t know about you, but between the daily run around along with Teacher Appreciation, I felt a little unorganized.  This edition of Weekend Lovelies has us wishing it was spring break again, oh wait, we are now closer to summer break! Speaking of summer break, have you had a chance to enter our lovely giveaway from Eden Pier?  There is still time to enter!  We will be picking a winner on Monday! It’s the perfect way to get ready for summer with a cute retro suit.  So grab yourself a cup of coffee, sit back, and enjoy a few lovelies on your Saturday morning! [Read more…]