Friday Favorites!

It's Friday Favorites time!

 So I'm linking up with Erika, Andrea, and Narci! 

1.)
One of my favorites this week has been the weather. I'm so grateful that we had some extra beautiful days outside. Pretty surprising for November and so lovely!

2.)

It was so nice outside that the youngest and I were able to take a walk. Running, walking, running, giggling, walking, running....

3.)

We also were able to play outside on the grass barefoot....and loving it! 

70 degrees will do that to you :). We played football, airplane, played in the woods and I took some sweet pictures. Such fun!

4.)

Sometimes you just have to create your happy place by making pumpkin bread while sipping on a whipped cream topped pumpkin spice coffee while watching Dawson's Creek. :) Pumpkin bread is my fave to make in the fall. It's so easy and delicious!

5.)

This came in the mail. Christmas is in the air :). I just adore paging through the "Pottery Barn Kids" magazine. Everything is just so cute!

6.)

And this isn't necessarily a "favorite" picture but what it symbolizes is a favorite of mine. 

-2 backpacks (meaning the boys are home from school)

-Groceries (meaning we have food to eat)

-A mess on the stairs (meaning I have a family :) )

Because this is my everyday beautiful messy life and I wouldn't change it for the world!

7.) Some of my favorite new bars here. These Clif bars are scrumptious! "Iced Gingerbread" and "Spiced Pumpkin Pie." Hello yummy!

8.) This week I had paint class with some sweet gals! Painting is so relaxing and fun! I've never went to one of these classes but I am so thankful I did. A night to remember! :)

Happy Friday to you, 

Jamie 

Some of my favorites!

This is a little lengthy but I've had so many favorites lately! :) It is hard to believe that we're into the second week of July. My-oh-my where has the time gone. It sure has been a blast so far!

 Hope you've had a great week and are ready for an awesome weekend!!

I'm linking up with Erika for...

1.) Up first is this super special photo. The other morning my oldest said he didn't think I could lift him anymore. I use to carry that big boy all over the place when he was younger. I told him I could and I'd prove it...with Troy as well. #yesmom 

So this picture right here will forever be a favorite of mine because it possibly will be the last time I can carry them both. Such happy smiles they have!

2.) I just ordered this shake mix from Juice Plus. It is THE most delicious shake I've ever tasted! If you'd like to find out more info about it you can comment below and I'll get back to you. I also got the vanilla flavor. For a yummy smoothie I mix 1 cup skim milk, 1 scoop of the shake mix, 1 ice cube, 1/2 banana and a small handful of spinach. And a delicious n' healthy shake is born! :) You can't even taste the spinach at all. 

3.) This past weekend we were at a beautiful resort. I'm working on a recap of our vacay to post soon :). I snapped this photo around 9:30 am while my husband and oldest were golfing for the morning. These 2 had the most fun playing on the beach. I just loved watching them! 

4.) I made this scrumptious little snack/dessert the other day and it was extremely simple. I just cut up 2 bananas in small slices, drizzled melted peanut butter and chocolate syrup on top and completed it with sprinkled granola on top. That all goes on wax paper and then into the freezer for a couple hours. 

Yummy! And by the way this particular granola is also amazing in Greek yogurt. It's the Caramel Apple flavor. It even has chunks of carmel :). Such a good lil treat!

5.) We got the chance to have my pretty niece overnight one day last week. She is such a sweetheart!! And definitely a blessing to be around. Our first stop was Walmart to get some treats and pick out a fun movie at the Redbox. The next day we went on a bike ride, painted, did a craft and the kids went swimming. Such a fun time!!

6.) This picture might not look like anything particularly special but it is an image I forever want to remember. My oldest son practicing his bow earlier this morning as he does sometimes. He is passionate in so much and I am very proud of him. The other part of the photo is his sweet audience watching encouraging him. They were so happy to just watch him get a bull's eye. I thank God for simple reminders like this that life is so precious and sweet. 

7.) We also got the chance to have 2 of my nephews overnight one day. Those boys had such a blast at the beach, playing football, frisbee, tag at the park and swimming. It makes me so very grateful to have cousins for my kiddos to play with and be close with.

8.) These girls here are some of the sweetest friends!! It sure is nice to be able to catch up, have some laughs and make memories together. We went to a delicious Mexican restaurant for supper. The chicken chimi's were heavenly! 

Happy Friday to you!!

Jamie

Some random favorites!

This Friday is extra special because I get to spend it with my sweet family on a little get away!

While I write this they're all sleeping and I'm up thinking about all the fun we are going to have...or rather brainstorming how we will fit everything we want to do in ;) Lots to do and little time!

I'm linking up with Andrea at Momfessionals for...

1.)
During this vacay I plan on reading this amazing book below. "One thousand gifts" By: Ann Voskamp. My sister got me this life changing book for my birthday and I can't even tell you the many times I saw it at the store and was going to buy it. And boy am I happy she got it for me because it is a Life.Changer. For real! I am loving it... Favorite!

2.)
Mystery tackle box and Lucky tackle boxes. These are my favorite new monthly subscriptions for my boys. The assortment and quality of the goodies is fantastic. Austin is absolutely thrilled when he sees it has arrived. #likefatherlikeson

3.)
Nordstrom's customer service is a favorite! I had recently ordered a cute striped tee but after wearing it once noticed a small hole. I called and with few questions they're asking me to return it for a full refund! Awesome!! Although I really did like the shirt :) and wished the quality was better.

4.)
Young living lemon drops in my water! Fave all the way! It tastes great and gives me some extra energy. I want to try the lime and orange, too! I even brought the lemon with so I could put it in my water on vacay!

5.)
Bike rides with my kids! We take almost a daily bike ride and how fun it is to enjoy God's beauty outside and in my kiddo's faces! Especially when Troy wanted to stop for a "giant blow flower!" And he carried that weed all the way home so he could blow it! Love that kid and his joy for life!!

Have a very happy weekend celebrating The 4th of July!

Jamie :)

Favorite things

Friday is here!

And I'm linking up with...

 Andrea from Momfessionals, 

Narci from Grace and Love Blog 

and Erika from A Little Bit of Everything blog for...

Here are some of my favorite things lately...

1.) I'm really loving this Women of Faith Bible study on "Overcoming Worry." It has really been comforting and amazing! One of my favorite things is doing my devotion while drinking some good coffee in the morning. 

Check it out HERE if you'd like to order it.

2.) I am smitten with these Randy tees from LuLaRoe clothing. I had a party recently and love the clothing I was able to earn and purchase. The material is super soft and comfortable. I wash mine in cold water with other like items and air dry. They wear so well time after time. I also love my skirts and dresses from their line. The large selection of unique patterns is unbelievable. This particular pattern below is one of my faves! Timeless!

 Check them out at Lularoebyhannahlarowe & Lularoebymeganlillion on Instagram and Facebook. You won't regret it! :) And if you're in the area you could book a fun party that is open house style and it'll seriously rock! :) 

3.) This book right here I got from my sweet friend for my birthday. Just finished it and I really really enjoyed it! How sad to think that back in the 1920's some children were adopted for the work they can provide. Such a beautiful & raw story. Now I'm looking for a new book to get started on. 

What are some of your favorite things lately?

Jamie :)