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Friday Favorites 9-22-2023



I've been back to work for a full week and can remember why Friday evenings are typically "pizza and movie nights" for our family. Haha! I'm READY for the weekend! I'm linking up with Andrea and Erika to share some of my favorites from the week. Here we go!

My tired eyes are so thankful for this magic brightening stick. I think I put on makeup less than 10 times from the months of June-August, so it's been a change getting myself out the door in the mornings. Haha! I put a swipe of this brightening stick underneath my under eye concealer and it seems to wake my eyes up. It doesn't tingle, it's not creamy, it's very similar to a concealer stick in consistency, but plus some skincare. Love!


The beginning of the week felt hectic figuring out our morning routine. I am a routine girlie, and thrive on it. I told myself that by Friday we would have a solid routine figured out, and that's totally true. I was able to fit in consistent workouts this week in the morning which is not an easy feat with a small baby at home. My favorite workout was this 20 minute arms class from Peloton - set to music from "The Little Mermaid." I can't be the only adult who continues to listen to Disney music, right?!

I made the yummiest salad to eat for lunch through the week! Find the recipe and my routine for prepping my salads for the week here. 

I cannot quit with this popcorn. It's so good! It has a cheese flavor without getting all the "cheese" all over your fingers. I've been grabbing a bowlful in the afternoon when I get home from work. The yummiest snack! 

This week I was featured on Des Moines Mom Blog as a guest blogger! This was super fun for me to write. I wrote a post sharing a mother's perspective behind family photos. I'd love you to check it out! Read it here. 

I felt so much love as I returned back to work. Look at these flowers from my boys! Such sweetness. 

Awww, look at this! Dustin has been home with the boys and they've all had a busy week. Look at this cute picture he snapped of Jack and Roo! I love getting photo updates throughout the day. 

That's all for this week! This weekend we've got a soccer game for Sammy (weather permitting - it's supposed to rain), church, and some relaxation and preparation for the week ahead. I'm also thinking I may add some Halloween touches to our fall decor. Have a great weekend! XX

Catch up on this week's blog posts here: 

The Reality Behind Family Photos

Autumn Apple Salad & Meal Prep

Trader Joe's Fall Haul



 

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