Happy Friday, Friends!
It seems like it’s been a crazy last few weeks over here. My hubby was traveling a lot for work, and things have really picked up with both my freelance business & my blog so it’s been one big juggling act over here that has involved 1,849,387 cups of coffee and lots of waking up before dawn.
Sleep deprivation aside, I’ve realized time and time again that I truly wouldn’t have it any other way. Both starting my freelance biz and starting a blog have been such a blessing to me and my family!
Even if I have to wake up at the crack of dawn to get my work completed before Little Miss is up for the day, I’ve really been loving getting to have play dates with friends and bringing her to the park in the middle of a week day. And on top of that, I enjoy being able to fulfill my passions outside of being a Mom and Wife.
Blogging especially has been such an amazing outlet for me and I’ve enjoyed every second of getting to share my writing with you all and to connect with so many wonderful people. I’m sorry for so much sappiness on a Friday, but I’ve been feeling extra grateful for the opportunities I have to work from home lately and want to be sure you all know how much I appreciate the part you play in making that possible 🙂
And if you want to start a blog of your own, by all means, do it already!
Now enough with my sappy self, let’s jump into some favorites!
Here are some of my favorite finds this week:
1. Pumpkin spice coffee
I’ve always been a pumpkin spice latte (or PSL) fan, but this year I just discovered this pumpkin spice coffee in particular and have found myself enjoying making this coffee at home more than running out for a PSL. Shocking, I know! Lol. I’ve been really enjoying the tastes of pumpkin and various spices in this coffee, and like that it’s not as sickeningly sweet as PSLs are.
2. A Halloween costume for Little Miss
I have been absolutely obsessed with the idea of Little Miss being a flamingo for Halloween this year, so when I saw this flamingo costume at Target the other day, I knew that I had to snatch it up.
The pink is actually a bit brighter in person than it appears in the photo below. I think I’m going to pizzazz it up a bit with some hot glue and pink feathers, and I’m really excited about it! The huge bonus is that she let me put the head piece on her the other day and actually kept it on. Woohoo! 🙂 If you have kiddos – what are they going to be for Halloween this year? I want to know!!
(NOT LITTLE MISS, BUT IT SURE DOES LOOK CUTE ON THIS BABY GIRL TOO!)
3. Favorite blog posts
- 15 Things Incredibly Happy People Do by Pop Sugar
- 52 Habits to Change Your Life by Organise my House
- 6 Lies that Keep Our Homes and Lives Cluttered by Becoming Minimalist
Posts on Embracing Simple this week:
Oldies but goodies on Embracing Simple:
Cheers to the weekend you guys! What are you up to this weekend? Share with me in the comments section below!
XO Christina
[Photo source: Ashley Ella Design]
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That costume is adorable!!! My girls are being Elsa and Anna, surprise surprise lol!! I still need to get their costumes, though!
That coffee looks great! I normally get pumpkin coffee beans from The Fresh Market, but I might have to try this next time!
Hope you have a great weekend!
Thanks Sarah! Haha I love it, I’m sure Elsa or Anna will be the top choices in our house next year 🙂
Hope you have a wonderful weekend!!
I cannot wait to see all of your Halloween photos! Also, that coffee from dunkin is my favorite to make at home! Someone needs to tell them to make a decaf version of it for me :-/
Thanks Alex! And mine too, it’s SO yummy!
Coffee! I completely forgot about it in my Friday Favorites. I guess, by default, it is my ‘standing’ Friday Favorite item. 🙂
LOL Mariana, I’m the same way. More like every hour of every day favorite, haha!
I’m going to have to find that coffee ( and purchase a coffee maker)…lol!
It’s SO good Shirria! I’ve found it at Meijer and Jewel so far, and Amazon too. I’m sure Target likely has it as well!
Love the costume! 🙂 Little Miss will look adorable I’m sure! I’m planning a weekend of some small amounts of cleaning, lots of crafts and if the weather holds out helping my husband do a photo shoot for my best friend and her husband 🙂 Oh! And a marriage bible study class at my in-laws church on Sunday night.
Thanks Rebecca, I’m so excited for Halloween this year! That sounds like a lovely weekend, I hope the weather turns out nice for the photo shoot!
Hey Christina! I’m happy to have discovered your blog today. I just started blogging a couple of months ago myself, and I too am finding it to be incredibly rewarding. What a great way to meet people and hear their stories and insights.
Love the flamingo costume! 🙂
Hi Sarah! That’s so awesome, I’m glad to hear you are enjoying blogging too. It’s a lot of work, but is absolutely such a great way to connect with others 🙂
If you don’t want to give candy to trick-or-treaters consider gathering a bowl of coins. We let each kid take a handful and they loved it even though it was mostly pennies. You might want to swish the coins in some soapy water and lay them out to dry first though, there’s a reason it’s known as filthy lucre. 🙂
That’s an awesome idea Linda, I’m sure the kids love that! And their parents likely do too!
That costume is adorable!!! Have a great weekend!
Thanks Heather! Hope you have a great week!
Hi! – Thanks so much for featuring my post on your favourite blog posts list – It means a lot to me that my posts are being read and enjoyed. Love your site and will be back! x
Hi Chrissy! Thank YOU for sharing some awesome tips, I absolutely loved your post and knew others would too 🙂 Have a great day!
Love the flamingo costume! I’m not sure “Junior” will let me dress him up for Halloween, but what the heck, I’ll give it a shot! 😛 And hey, go ahead and be as sappy as you want Christina. I know I for one am grateful that you share your sap with us. 🙂