Happy Friday everyone!
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The first week of school is in the books and let me tell you…God completely blessed this entire week! It was SO MUCH FUN! I loved getting to know the kids, the new setup of my room, and I even kind of liked being back in a routine. 🙂 That was definitely a favorite of my week!
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Last weekend, we had a blast celebrating one of my closest friends, Ashley getting married! Everything from the weather to the flowers and everything in between was stunning! She gave us this necklace as one of the bridesmaids gifts to wear in the wedding. So cute, right?! But one of the best parts about it was I can wear it outside of the wedding too! I love when that happens! 🙂 I’m eyeing these up too…
Also, it was SO fun to be reunited with some of my study abroad (Recap: One, two, three, and four) friends. It felt like no time had passed since I saw them and I loved every second of it! 🙂
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You all know I love Lily and Val. (Here and here!) She is just the sweetest! Another gift Ashley gave us were these adorable little zipped pouch from her!
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My new backpack is a favorite! I take it to school everyday and love it! Use code: spring15 for 15% off any order friends! xo
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This makes my mouth water just thinking about it! I love, love, love, LOVE my pumpkin bread recipe! (Pssttt..It’s healthy too!)
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Today is the LAST day for your chance to enter to win a USB diffuser! It essentially does the same thing as a full size diffuser that you can add essential oils to, but it goes right into a USB to use on the go! You can enter the giveaway, here!
Have the best day! xo
Today is the first day of school! I put some finishing touches on my classroom yesterday, folded laundry, made food for the week, and packed everything up in preparation for today. Even as a teacher, the jitters still come in full force and create such a mix of emotions. I’m so sad for summer to come to a close but I’m so, so thankful for new beginnings in the school year!
The last few years I have used whatever bag I had on hand to carry my school things to and fro, but this year I felt a little more legit when Urban Southern sent me this backpack. (This probably aided in my excitement for the school year–no joke!) It’s the little things in life that are practical yet classic that make every day life more fun. The backpack stores my laptop, markers, pens, phone, papers, binder, etc. I love the size of it and I’m sure my shoulders will thank me, even by the end of the week, for not putting so much weight on just one side. 😉
If the first day of school is going to start mid-August this year, here’s to pumpkin everything, flannel, and a lot of coffee to get the year started on the right foot! (And a cute new bag thrown in the mix to make it more exciting!)
Use code spring15 for 15% any purchase! Yes, any purchase! 😉 
Well…I had my last glimpse of summer this week. I could cry but I’ll keep it together. (I wish I was kidding). We have a rehearsal dinner, wedding, and travel in the works this weekend and then I’ll finalize some school things on Monday before my big 5th graders arrive on Tuesday! Phew!
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We had sneak-a-peak last night at school and I got to see some of my students! I love those nights! 🙂
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In case you missed my post here or on Instagram, House of Belonging was generous enough to offer 15% off any order over $100 or more. Use code: spring15. 🙂
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My Orange Fluffy smoothie is the perfect taste to the end of summer. 🙂 Plus it includes these
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You know what? School doesn’t start until Tuesday, so I’m praising God for a four day weekend!
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Here’s the deal. A LOT of you clicked and commented on this USB diffuser. So naturally, I thought one lucky winner should get one! Right?! You know the drill. Enter the rafflecopter below for a chance to win one in any color of your choice!
The giveaway will last one week and I will announce the winner Monday, August 28th! Good luck and happy Friday everyone! xo
At first I was completely stumped at what some of my guilty pleasures in life are. There were a few that stuck out but then I had writer’s block. Once I started though, the list kept growing…here’s a sneak peek into some of my guilty pleasures. I can’t say I’m completely proud of some of them but my friends and family all agreed when I asked them. 😉
The Kardashians. So addicting. Talenti. I could eat the entire thing in one sitting. Chocolate chip cookies. Who doesn’t love them? But seriously, once I start I can’t stop. Scandal. This used to be a huge guilty pleasure. But when I had to remind myself that Fitzgerald isn’t our actual president, I knew it had gone too far. Hallmark movies. But not just Christmas. I love them year round. The Golden Girls. It’s hilarious. McGriddles. I rarely ever eat fast food, let alone McDonalds. BUT when I do, a McGriddle tastes so good. Rap music. I don’t know what it is. Peppermint mocha creamer. (This used to be my BIGGEST guilty pleasure). Wearing socks to bed. Everyone judges but that’s the only way I’m warm. 🙂Â
Now you know all my secrets. 😉 Happy Tuesday! xo
Happy Monday friends! We had the best weekend working around the house, and being outside! It was gooooorgeous! I hope you had a great weekend and are ready for the week ahead! 🙂