Hello again, lovely friends! I’m still unwinding, trying to get back into the swing of things from my extra long weekend last week, and it’s already Friday. I know. If you missed it, you can read all about that weekend here. Don’t worry. I’ll wait. Now, let’s move on to what has become Five on Friday/Confessional Friday/Currently.
ONE.
Thinking about…
Wearing all the hats. You know the ones: the mom hat, the wife hat, the sister hat, the daughter hat, the friend hat, the blogger hat, etc., etc.. Living with dirty floors, never ending laundry, and a tyrannical toddler is no joke, so keeping up with said hats is quite the task, people. Why didn’t anyone tell me about this? I love this life of mine, but I am still learning how to get it all done. Finding balance is hard, but I’m working on finding time to do all the things, and to do them all well. Any suggestions on how to get it all done while still feeling fabulous and not feeling like you just ran a marathon? I’m all ears. But I just read this, and it made me feel better. So there’s that.
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TWO.
Wanting…
Rain boots for me and the mini. Last week, we had rain almost every single day, and apparently we’re in for more this weekend. I guess that means fall has somewhat arrived here in Houston. Because we can’t always stay cooped up in the house on rainy days, I think that means we’ll be needing rain boots.
I like these for Charlotte and these for me, both top options found at Target. Although I would really love these Hunter boots for Charlotte and these for me, both bottom options from Nordstrom. They’re on sale by the way. Sadly, all of the items will probably stay on my wish list, because are they really a necessity? Sigh.
THREE.
Decompressing from…
Blog Elevated. I learned a ton, and I have been reeling from all the information that was presented. But y’all, it was so much stuff to digest. For real. I’m trying to implement little bits and pieces of what I learned, here and there, to try not to be overwhelmed, because I easily could be. I know I’ve had a few inquires about a recap, but I wanted to do another poll before I actually write one…how many of you are interested in a recap of sorts from what I learned at the conference? What would you want to know? I’m thinking it would be a top 10 things I learned sort of deal. I have 23 pages of notes. Twenty three!
FOUR.
Loving…
All the new friends I’ve made lately. Blogging has been such a blessing to my life, and I have found and actually met some of the coolest women ever because of it. This past weekend at the conference was no exception. Having stayed in a house full of awesome moms and bloggers (and two of their babies) was fantastic. It was nice to have so much in common with such a big group and to be able to talk about blogging and family and all things fun. I wish we would have taken a group picture, but I don’t think we ever got around to it. I love all of my girlfriends’ blogs, and I especially love just knowing them. You may already be fan of some of them, but here is where you can find the wonderful ladies I had the pleasure of spending the weekend with:
Channing and Michelle at Moms Without Answers
Meg from Meg O. on the Go
Brittany from Southern Mama & Child
Sarah from Pretty Providence
Taylor from Taylor Made
Allison from House of Hepworths
FIVE.
Watching…
SCANDAL. I was watching Scandal as I was writing this out, and I am convinced that I look nothing like Olivia Pope when I’m running. I need to get her running outfits, maybe that will help. I also need all of her coats and her pretty wine glasses. If you’re a Scandal fan, can you please raise your hand? Were you in tears these last two episodes? Leave my heart alone, Shonda Rhimes! Loving this season already.
Watching…
SCANDAL. I was watching Scandal as I was writing this out, and I am convinced that I look nothing like Olivia Pope when I’m running. I need to get her running outfits, maybe that will help. I also need all of her coats and her pretty wine glasses. If you’re a Scandal fan, can you please raise your hand? Were you in tears these last two episodes? Leave my heart alone, Shonda Rhimes! Loving this season already.
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And just as a reminder, I am loving Downton Abbey, Season 5. Are you?
That’s all I have today, folks. I hope you’ve had a wonderful week, and I hope you have the most amazing weekend! Anything exciting currently going on with you that you want to share?
***See where I’m linking up here.
I knew I wasn’t the only one. ;) I’ve sort of thrown out the to-do list and just do what I can. I have a running tally in my head, and that’s enough. I like your thinking. :) And I’m trying to figure out what information is the most important to share since it’s so much information. I’ll be posting next week about it…I think. ;)
Blog Elevated! I would just die if I could go one day! I’ve heard suuuch great things about the conference. I would love to hear about your 23 pages of notes. Maybe a mini series is in your future? Any tips or tricks from the conference would be great actually!
Also, I am teaming up with another great blog, http://www.2catsandchloe.com for our first-ever Celebrate Southern link up on October 7th. As a Texas blogger, we would love for you to join in on our southern-inspired link up! I hope you can join us!
http://www.blessherheartyall.com/2014/09/celebrate-southern-link-up-announcement.html
http://www.ahotsouthernmess.com/2014/09/the-celebrate-southern-link-up-party.html
J @ A Hot Southern Mess
http://www.ahotsouthernmess.com
I’ll see what I can put together. It’ll more than likely be one post. :)
And thanks for the invite! I’ll be sure to check it out.
You have such beautiful handwriting!
PS: Diqus is totally working ;)
Well, thank you for the compliment. I love taking notes. It’s definitely the teacher in me. :)
And thanks so much for helping! ;)
Of course!
xOXOOX
I'm struggling with all of my hats too! I feel like I've brought it all on myself, and I'm wondering why. ha ha. I've decided I just have to take one thing at a time. There is no way I can cross everything off of my to do list in a day, so just take it day by day. :) I'm interested in hearing what you learned at the conference!
I knew I wasn't the only one. ;) I've sort of thrown out the to-do list and just do what I can. I have a running tally in my head, and that's enough. I like your thinking. :) And I'm trying to figure out what information is the most important to share since it's so much information. I'll be posting next week about it…I think. ;)
I LOVE scandal and this season is so good and its only just started…but she SERIOUSLY needs to stop making me cry!! LOL! I also love your handwriting. So pretty!
Aww, thank you for the compliment! Umm, yes, since when did Scandal make me cry all the time? Sheesh. This season is off to a great start, and I’m so excited for more. :) Thanks for stopping by, friend!
I knew I wasn't the only one. ;) I've sort of thrown out the to-do list and just do what I can. I have a running tally in my head, and that's enough. I like your thinking. :) And I'm trying to figure out what information is the most important to share since it's so much information. I'll be posting next week about it…I think. ;)
Great post! I really enjoyed reading this 5 on Friday. :-D I haven’t watched Scandal or Downtown Abbey, but I’ve heard good things about them. :-)
Thanks so much, Katie! :) If you like dramas, you will love both of these shows. But be prepared to binge-watch if you do. They are highly addicting. ;)
Blog Elevated! I would just die if I could go one day! I've heard suuuch great things about the conference. I would love to hear about your 23 pages of notes. Maybe a mini series is in your future? Any tips or tricks from the conference would be great actually!
Also, I am teaming up with another great blog, http://www.2catsandchloe.com for our first-ever Celebrate Southern link up on October 7th. As a Texas blogger, we would love for you to join in on our southern-inspired link up! I hope you can join us!
http://www.blessherheartyall.com/2014/09/celebrate-southern-link-up-announcement.html
http://www.ahotsouthernmess.com/2014/09/the-celebrate-southern-link-up-party.html
J @ A Hot Southern Mess
http://www.ahotsouthernmess.com
I don’t even know where to start! Love those rain boots, but I already said that on IG! Love bloggy friends, wish we loved closer and I hear you on wearing all the hats!! I’m struggling to keep ahead lately too, I find when I work more at the hospital I’m stressed because my blog has to be put on the back burner and I hate that!!
scandal!! Oh scandal! My favorite show ever, I want Olivia Popes entire wardrobe and her backbone! Ha ha last nights episode had me in tears for sure… Poor Mellie!
Also I do want to hear about your conference ;)
I’m working on it! :)
So glad we got to catch up the other day! I am so thankful for you and our friendship. :) And as always, thanks for the encouragement.
Mellie is making me cry for sure, but she’s giving Uggs a bad name, and that does not fly well with me. Lol.
You have such beautiful handwriting!
PS: Diqus is totally working ;)
I'll see what I can put together. It'll more than likely be one post. :)
And thanks for the invite! I'll be sure to check it out.
Well, thank you for the compliment. I love taking notes. It's definitely the teacher in me. :)
And thanks so much for helping! ;)
Of course!
xOXOOX
OMG you’re so right, we should have taken a group picture. Now I have the sads. It was great hanging out with you <3
Someone took a picture of us at the table at lunch on our last day. Who has it? And I loved hanging out with you! Why do we have to live on opposites side of the biggest city in Texas? Sigh.
I LOVE scandal and this season is so good and its only just started…but she SERIOUSLY needs to stop making me cry!! LOL! I also love your handwriting. So pretty!
Aww, thank you for the compliment! Umm, yes, since when did Scandal make me cry all the time? Sheesh. This season is off to a great start, and I'm so excited for more. :) Thanks for stopping by, friend!
Great post! I really enjoyed reading this 5 on Friday. :-D I haven't watched Scandal or Downtown Abbey, but I've heard good things about them. :-)
I don't even know where to start! Love those rain boots, but I already said that on IG! Love bloggy friends, wish we loved closer and I hear you on wearing all the hats!! I'm struggling to keep ahead lately too, I find when I work more at the hospital I'm stressed because my blog has to be put on the back burner and I hate that!!
scandal!! Oh scandal! My favorite show ever, I want Olivia Popes entire wardrobe and her backbone! Ha ha last nights episode had me in tears for sure… Poor Mellie!
Also I do want to hear about your conference ;)
OMG you're so right, we should have taken a group picture. Now I have the sads. It was great hanging out with you <3
Thanks so much, Katie! :) If you like dramas, you will love both of these shows. But be prepared to binge-watch if you do. They are highly addicting. ;)
So glad we got to catch up the other day! I am so thankful for you and our friendship. :) And as always, thanks for the encouragement.
Mellie is making me cry for sure, but she's giving Uggs a bad name, and that does not fly well with me. Lol.
I'm working on it! :)
Someone took a picture of us at the table at lunch on our last day. Who has it? And I loved hanging out with you! Why do we have to live on opposites side of the biggest city in Texas? Sigh.
SO JEALOUS of your rain, I wouldn’t mind getting some of that! And rain boots are SO cute! I’ll have to check out those blogs, I love finding new blogs to read. And yes, totally a top 10 recap type thing would be awesome-o :) Hope you have great week, lady!
It’s pretty sporadic, but it’s raining again today. We’ll take it. I need these boots! :( Why can’t I win the lottery, dangit! And yes, my friends are fabulous. You won’t be disappointed. Although, some of them are too crafty for my own good, but they are darn good at what they do. :)
SO JEALOUS of your rain, I wouldn't mind getting some of that! And rain boots are SO cute! I'll have to check out those blogs, I love finding new blogs to read. And yes, totally a top 10 recap type thing would be awesome-o :) Hope you have great week, lady!
It's pretty sporadic, but it's raining again today. We'll take it. I need these boots! :( Why can't I win the lottery, dangit! And yes, my friends are fabulous. You won't be disappointed. Although, some of them are too crafty for my own good, but they are darn good at what they do. :)
Love Downton Abby. Checking out your blog recommendations now!! Thanks.
Wonderful! Thanks for stopping by, Elizabeth!
Love Downton Abby. Checking out your blog recommendations now!! Thanks.
Wonderful! Thanks for stopping by, Elizabeth!
Great post, it’s so true, as moms, we often try to do it all! Stopping by from Turn It Up Tuesday where I’m guest-hosting and now following on Twitter!
Thanks, Bernadyn! So glad to have you here. And yes, why we try to do it all is beyond me. Moms: the real superheroes. ;) Hope you’re having a great week!
Oh man. Hearing you on the hats!! I am definitely struggling to find the balance again since Millie was born! Ha, I was just getting in my groove with one and now im back at the beginning again trying to juggle it all! :) Im so jealous of your blog conference-ing (totally a word right?) I hope someday to go to one! Thanks for linking up!!
I am so scared to have another child. I think fear is the only thing holding me back at this point. Lol. I can barely wear the hats I’m wearing now. ;) I’m sure you can do it! And the conference was great. I can’t wait to go to another one next year.
Great post, it's so true, as moms, we often try to do it all! Stopping by from Turn It Up Tuesday where I'm guest-hosting and now following on Twitter!
Oh man. Hearing you on the hats!! I am definitely struggling to find the balance again since Millie was born! Ha, I was just getting in my groove with one and now im back at the beginning again trying to juggle it all! :) Im so jealous of your blog conference-ing (totally a word right?) I hope someday to go to one! Thanks for linking up!!
What a fun post! I love all the updates. Pertaining to #4: I have still never attended a blogging conference. I’ve always wanted to, but most are just too far away. I’m glad you had such a nice time!
Thanks, Jennifer! You would love a conference. They are so much fun and so informative. My wish conference is Influence. I’d love to go next year!
What a fun post! I love all the updates. Pertaining to #4: I have still never attended a blogging conference. I've always wanted to, but most are just too far away. I'm glad you had such a nice time!
Thanks, Jennifer! You would love a conference. They are so much fun and so informative. My wish conference is Influence. I'd love to go next year!
I am so scared to have another child. I think fear is the only thing holding me back at this point. Lol. I can barely wear the hats I'm wearing now. ;) I'm sure you can do it! And the conference was great. I can't wait to go to another one next year.
Thanks, Bernadyn! So glad to have you here. And yes, why we try to do it all is beyond me. Moms: the real superheroes. ;) Hope you're having a great week!