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Friday Favorites + Hot Cocoa Stirers

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We have a Valentines Party at school today, some other activities, and then I’m coming home and crashing. I just could not get it together this week. I’m glad it’s Friday. 🙂

One.Him. Not just this week, but I’m feeling extra thankful this week for what we have. You can read more about that, here.

Two.Because who doesn’t love a good pasta dish!?

Three.

Eric and I took a short getaway and it was perfect-o!

Four.They were calling for snow but who knew if it would actually happen. Well, what do you know? We woke up to this. 🙂 It made our time away even more fun and beautiful!

Five. All this snow had me craving these Hot Cocoa Stirers. 🙂

Ingredients:

  • One Dark Chocolate Bar per stirer
  • Milk
  • Whipped cream or other toppings

What to do:

You will need one chocolate bar per stirer. (I used Dove Dark Chocolate Bars). In a small sauce pan, break the chocolate bars into smaller pieces and melt on medium low to low heat. Stir occasionally to avoid burning and until fully melted. Pour or spoon the melted chocolate into a one inch tray. Place in the refrigerator for about 40 minutes or until firm. Stick a popsicle stick into the center of the cube. Return to the refrigerator for an additional 20 minutes or so.

Place stirer into a mug of heated milk and stir until melted. Top with your favorite toppings! xo

Psstt… I used this one inch Silicone cube tray and it worked great! This and this also look like they would work well!

You + Me = Us

It would be an understatement to say I’m thankful for what Eric and I have. I feel blessed beyond measure, grateful to infinity and beyond, and honestly I can’t imagine this life without him in it. He’s my rock and so much more. It’s not always rainbows and butterflies. It’s work, in the best way possible. It’s the best kind of labor of love because we both want it to work. We’re in it for the long haul. An end isn’t an option for us, and that makes all the difference in the world when two people in a marriage believe that.

Christ is our center, our focus, individually and together. That brings us together to fight battles, rather than each other. We know each other, and consistently make an effort to know each other better with each passing day. He loves my encouragement and cooking, and I love a meaningful hand-written note and a back rub. He is the calm to my storm and I often add a little bit of crazy to his ordinary. Our prayer is to never stop dating each other, have our home be a place of restoration and peace, and continually recognize the blessings God gives us on a daily basis. Here’s to the years to come and the memories in the making!
Also, if you need some Valentine’s Day gifts, hints, or inspiration, check this out. 🙂

Friday Favorites

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January felt like the shortest month ever! It flew by and I can’t believe it is already February 2017!

Nonetheless, as always, I’m sharing some of my favorites of the week. 🙂

One.

Well, I got my hair CHOPPED on Saturday. My hair salon has used Hot Tools products since I can remember and after getting such a new hairstyle I had to buy one for myself! Styling is a whole new game now. Also, this hairspray is heavenly to keep the style in place! 🙂

Two.

You can go here to read my little snippet about this adorable notebook. 🙂

Three. Smoothie bowls have overtaken my breakfasts the last few weeks and I have no shame. I love my Very Berry Smoothie Bowl and this spoon to go with it!

Four.

Whenever I go visit my parents, I get SO excited to spend some time near their fireplace since we don’t have one at our home. They have a standard fireplace in their living room but they have a little one in my Dad’s office that is so cozy and a cross between this and this. I love it!

Five.Sunday is GAME DAY! Be sure to make some of the goodies below!

Spinach Dip and Soda Bread

Game Day Fries and Yogurt Dipping Sauce 

Taco Soup

Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies 

Happy (almost) weekend! 🙂

Friday Favorites

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How is next week already February?! Time is flying and I’m trying to be as intentional I can about the time that’s passing! Here’s to some favorites this Friday and wishing you the best weekend! xo

 One.

How cute is this book? I picked it up the other day. It is so fun to flip through and a perfect coffee table book to peruse occasionally. 🙂

Two.

I love, love, love linen towels in the kitchen. I was mentioning to my best friend how I was on the search for one and could’t find one I liked. She opened a drawer and handed me one that is similar to both of these. 🙂

Three.

Your Italy advice last Friday was SO appreciated! I have been writing each and every suggestion down. Keep it coming! 🙂

Four.You need to try my Game Day Fries and Sauce here!

Five.

I’ve had a thing for white pitchers lately. I only have one right now I may order another in the near future. I love putting flowers in them and want to use one for some yummy drink creations. Which is your favorite?

 

January 2017

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What we’re eating this week:My Homemade Lemon Lara Bars, my Green Smoothie, an assortment of veggies, my Homemade Granola, and a smoothie bowl that I’ll be posting soon! 

What I’m reminiscing about:

The last three years. What God has done and what I know He’s going to do.

What I’m loving:

Cravings/ Against All Grain/ Rizzoli Domus

So the last few weeks, Eric and I have spent one night a week at Barnes and Noble. Hot date, right? 😉 I honestly have looked forward to it each week. It’s such a nice time to unwind, browse, and just relax. These are some of the books I flipped through. 

What we’ve been up to:Booking and planning trips! In the last two weeks we have planned three getaways and I can’t wait! 

What I’m dreading:

Nothing. 🙂

What I’m working on:

This kind of goes hand in hand with what we’ve been up to! I’ve also been doing some fun projects on the side that I can’t wait to share with you!

What I’m excited about:We went to see the movie Passengers on Saturday and although JLaw isn’t my favorite actress, she completely inspired me to cut my hair. I text me hair dresser and it’s happening on Saturday! Eeeek!

What I’m watching/reading:My Mom has never seen this movie so I willingly volunteered to watch it again! 😉 I love this movie!
I feel like the world’s slowest reader when I do these posts because I realize much I’ve been lacking in the reading department. If you read this post though, you know it’s a part of some of my “me time”, which will be happening more often. 🙂

What I’m listening to:

What I’m wearing:

This outfit non-stop: Workout Leggings/ Half-Zip/ Nikes

You can see more, here! 

What I’m doing this weekend:

A birthday party, and spending some time with family. 🙂

What I’m looking forward to next month:

Valentines?! It’s always a fun excuse to get dressed up and go out to dinner!

What else is new:

My shop page is new. 🙂 Along with a few other fun additions that you can read more about here!

Bonus Question: Who is your favorite Bachelor?

I honestly don’t have a favorite. (Or maybe it’s a tie…or maybe I’m just bad at making decisions about things like this). Any excuse to set work aside for a little bit, sip some wine, and hang out with friends is a win. So I guess, Ben and Sean tie then. 😉

2016 What’s Up Wednesday recaps:

What’s Up Wednesday: February

What’s Up Wednesday: March

 What’s Up Wednesday: April

What’s Up Wednesday: May

What’s Up Wednesday: June

What’s Up Wednesday: July

What’s Up Wednesday: August

What’s Up Wednesday: September

What’s Up Wednesday: October

What’s Up Wednesday: November

What’s Up Wednesday: December

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Have the best Wednesday! xo

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