Happy middle of the week! It's nice to be wrapping up January. Somehow it's gone quickly and slowly for me. We're still hoping for some snow in Indiana and just plugging away with school and life.
I've always wanted to join in the fun of these What's Up Wednesday prompts! So these are all the things we'd probably chat about if we went out for coffee this morning.
Let's go... I tried to link everything I could at the bottom of the post!
What I'm excited about...
Picking up the kittens this morning! Penny & Pearl had some procedures done and because of scheduling at the vet's office they had to spend two nights there. We've missed them terribly. I can't wait to see them and take care of them when we get home.
What I'm reminiscing about...
Days of not wearing masks, not having so many restrictions/rules and seeing friends whenever we want. We are missing so many of our routines - children's museum, science classes, library story times, music class and fun with friends. I also miss volunteering at my kid's schools. I'm thankful their schools are open, but it's so strange to not be in the schools this year.
What I'm loving...
Dreaming up holiday plans for Valentine's Day. All that holiday stuff seems to get picked over so quickly so I've already grabbed mine. I've gotten candy for the kids, a little toy and book for each and then a Valentine for Kev. I'm hoping to do some cute holiday heart food for my family, too. Stay tuned for a treat charcuterie board and lots of heart shaped waffles!
What I'm eating...
Tons of veggies! I'm really trying hard to snack on veggies, add veggies to every meal as well as meal prep to ensure my family is eating colorful, healthy foods, too. I did a big Aldi shopping trip earlier this week to stock up on all the produce for meals, snacks, smoothies and bananas for banana ice cream.
What We've been up to...
Reading! I'm currently reading Awaking Wonder: Opening Your Child's Heart to the Beauty of Learning by Sally Clarkson and the kids are having reading time every afternoon (Olive reads independently at age 7 and Fletcher age 4 has a big stack of interactive books that he loves to look at and do during reading time).
I ordered them Little Blue Truck's Valentine because we're big Little Blue Truck fans. I also ordered them Tiny T-Rex and the Impossible Hug. It's darling!
I am also working through a few different devotions this year - Jesus Always and New Morning Mercies by Paul David Tripp.
What We are doing this weekend...
Taking it easy and taking care of the kittens. We're also hoping to get some SNOW! I'm guessing the kids will be wanting to craft, bake something together and hang out in their new sleeping bags. They are thrilled to have big kid sleeping bags! They also got to each pick out their own color/print. There are lots of color options for a great price.
What I'm watching...
I started watching my own shows in the evenings sometime last year. I have loved ignoring my social media and finding great shows to get lost in once the kids go to bed. Some of my recent favorites have been:
Hart of Dixie
The Crown
The Royal House of Windsor
Diana: In Her Own Words
Anne with an E is what I'm currently watching
I'd highly recommend all of these. I tried to start The Queen's Gambit, but it seemed too dark. Have you seen it??
What I'm listening to...
I have a few different Spotify playlists that I rotate between - Workout music, 2021 Favorites and I'm enjoying Morgan Wallen's new album. My favorite song is Still Goin Down
What I'm working on...
Dreaming up some fun travel and adventures in 2021. We bought an Indiana State Park pass for Christmas. We're hoping to explore several new parks, dreaming of a beach trip and wondering if we'll be able to make any other fun adventures happen. I hope so!
What I'm wearing...
I live in these CRZ yoga pants from Amazon. I ordered them for my birthday in the black leopard print. They're so affordable, have pockets on the thighs and have held up really well for exercise and lounging. They are high waisted, do not fall down throughout the day and I'd highly recommend them. I would say to size down if you want a more compression type fit. I usually wear an XL and love the L in these. I have my eye on the camo, tie dye and other leopard options.
Linking up with Mix and Match Mama for What's Up Wednesday
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those KITTENS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOVE!
ReplyDeleteI LOVED Anne with an E! It took me a couple episodes to get into it, I think it actually gets better over time. I LOVED Gilbert!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Brought me back to my childhood :) Also, Queen's Gambit was okay, but we thought it was so stupid once we learned it is 100% fiction and not based on a true story. I mean, how hard is it to write a story about someone who is the best at something and never loses? Totally loses it's interest, in my opinion.
ReplyDeleteI loved Queens Gambit. I didn't mind that it was fiction. But I understand what your previous commentator is saying! What I liked is that it seemed like it would be dark, but instead had some sweet themes of friendship. (Plus, Marty was a HUGE chess fan so we love chess movies!) Funny because I LOVE Anne of Green Gables (have you seen the original movies?) but I'd heard Anne with an E was kind of dark -- that she isn't represented as plucky so I haven't watched that one. Let me know if I should watch! (You can get original Anne of Green Gables on GazeboTV which can be viewed on different systems. It's $30 to buy the trilogy (about 13 hours) and SO worth it! Valentines gift?
ReplyDeleteI love Sally Clarkson. She has a podcast that I listen to occasionally just to hear some reassurance. Our travel is pretty much on hold right now. I know we'll be heading to Atlanta in May to move Grace home for the summer, and maybe a few college visits too. The state park pass is a great idea. Have a wonderful Wednesday!
ReplyDeleteI bought Sally Clarkson's daily devo when I had my baby this year...possibly the best buy of my year!! Mom Heart Moments. So good.
ReplyDeleteWe keep getting excited about V-day here, too, and I have to slow myself down because every time we try to make something for daddy or friends, my kids can't wait until February to give it away, haha.
I love Hart of Dixie! So cute! Oh how I miss the days of not wearing a mask.
ReplyDeleteI loved Hart of Dixie! It was such a cute show.
ReplyDeleteI love those sleeping bags! Those bright colours are so fun right now.
ReplyDeleteI felt that way when I first started The Queens Gambit too, stick it out though! It's really good!!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see your Valentine Board!