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Friday Favorites 11-17-2023


How in the world is Thanksgiving next week?! November is absolutely flying by. I'm linking up with Andrea and Erika to share some favorites from the week!


One of my very FAVORITE things in the world happened this weekend. Dustin got off work, stopped at Starbucks and I got a festive morning delivery. It's the best start to my day! 


I made a few chicken pot pies over the weekend and stuck one in the freezer. It's always such a good feeling knowing that a homemade meal is prepped and ready to go! You can't beat comfort food this time of year.

Speaking of comfort food, have you ever tried a ham ball? We had some for dinner on Sunday with cheesy potatoes. They're a staple meal in Iowa! I shared my recipe here. Notice my Christmas plate being all festive underneath. 😉


Last weekend was glorious - we had two days with very few plans. It was so nice to be cozy at home! I put Sammy's Christmas sheets on his bed, and he couldn't have been more excited to climb into bed on Saturday night. 


Sammy is absolutely our early-riser (like me) and Jack is more of our late sleeper (like Dustin). Isn't it funny how that works out?! Sammy is always so excited to get Jack out of bed in the morning. Sweet brother hugs are a favorite of mine. 😊


Jack had his first tastes of solid food this week! He tried oatmeal and has been pretty indifferent to it. We tried avocado on Thursday and he was a little more interested...a little more made it into his mouth. 😉


Jack has absolutely found his feet this week. He has been trying to grab them every chance he gets! 


Christmas shopping is in full force around here. Poor Dustin opens the door to a package or two almost every single day. 😂 Earlier this week I shared Stocking Stuffer Ideas for babies 0-12 months. I'd love to know if you'd add anything to this list!

That's all for today, see you back here on Monday! XX

Catch up on this week's blog posts here: 

Ham Balls

Baby Jack tries oatmeal

Evening Routine 4PM-Bedtime

Stocking Stuffer Ideas 0-12 months




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  1. Joanne November 17, 2023 at 2:54 PM

    I love having prepared meals all ready to go in the freezer; it is such a good feeling. Your boys are adorable. All 3 of mine were early risers but now that they're teens no one gets up early unless they have to.

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    1. Emilee BriselNovember 21, 2023 at 11:42 AM

      I'm looking forward to the days we can sleep in a bit more at our house! Although I'm certain I'll miss that quiet time with the boys in the morning. :)

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