So you know when they say, “When it rains, it pours?” Well, that quite literally is what is going on here in Texas. Maybe you’ve heard? I’m totally using that metaphor not as a metaphor by the way, because it’s still raining in Houston and not just raining, pouring, even as I type. People have been devastated with loss of life and homes, and it’s really quite terrible. Our suburbia-land has fared well though. We’re all still getting to go about our day as normal. Thank the heavens for that. But even though Texas is getting beaten up, it can’t help me think of this scripture: “And the rain fell, and the floods came, and the winds blew and slammed against that house; and yet it did not fall, for it had been founded on the rock” (Matthew 7:25). Texas is pretty resilient. We’ll rebuild and clean up. It’s just what we do.
Now for some sunnier things that are currently on my mind…
ONE.
The other day, this little girl was not going to let the soggy grounds stop her from playing outside. She just put on her boots and went to town. She is definitely my daughter though. All I kept hearing was, “Ewww. Dirty,” in her little toddler accent. That second picture caught her mid-sentence, showing off her dirty shirt. I can’t even sometimes with this child. She cracks me up daily.
TWO.
This. A long time ago, I shared 7 Tips to Being a Better Stay-at-Home Mama, and this little ditty pairs very well with it. It was created on Evelyn Henson’s Instagram, and if she is not on your radar she needs to be. Have you heard of her? She is a brilliant, creative entrepreneur and artist, and her art is beautiful. She even coins the hashtag #brightlydecoratedlife, and you know I love anything colorful. Don’t you? I’ll leave you with one of her adorable mugs.
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I mean, you should definitely be following her. She’s my newest favorite Instagram account. I hope to get my hands on one of her mugs soon. You can find all her items that are for sale on her site.
THREE.
Essie Gel-Setter top coat. This is already sold out everywhere online, but if you see it in your local drugstore, snag this puppy up! I saw plenty at Target. I’m thinking it’ll be my new go-to for at-home manicures. It’s supposed to provide a gel-like finish, with no lamp needed. I’m a Shellac girl, so I’m super excited about an imposter. Sometimes I just can’t get to a salon, and when I do, I hate that it takes all of an eternity to get the Shellac off. If this sounds like you too, this new product should help us out. You don’t need to use a lamp or have the polish taken off by a professional. Awesomesauce.
FOUR.
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Now that all of our shows are finished for the season, I’m dying to know, what are you binge watching? If you have Amazon Prime (and if you don’t, you really should), what are your favorite series to stream? Favorite Netflix series? I plan on putting to use my new TV’s streaming apps, so I need to prepare a summer line-up. I think I’ll start with Mr. Selfridge. It’s at my ready on Amazon Prime. I just might re-watch Downtown Abbey, too. Anything else I must watch? I’ve heard Parenthood and Gilmore Girls is good, although I’ve never watched an episode of either. I guess I’ll add those to my queue.
FIVE.
Last but not least, I wrote a very special post for Houston Moms Blog recently, and it was just published yesterday. I would love it if you hopped over to give it a gander. It’s about my family, but more specifically, it’s about the importance of family. Here’s an excerpt:
Family is how we get through this thing called life. No matter what they look like, where they come from, or how a family is made, family is a gift from God. They’re the ones we call when someone takes their first breath and the ones we call when someone takes their last. They hold our hands through broken hearts and cheer us on when we triumph. They make life better. That’s my family. I hope it’s yours.
You can read the post in its entirety here.
And that’s about the size of it. I hope you have a beautiful weekend, rain or shine. And if you feel compelled to help out with the Texas situation, here is a great article on how to do that. Talk soon, girlfriend!
Let’s keep in touch, shall we?
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I hope the rain let’s up for you guys soon. So sad all that’s happened.
I have no recommendations on the TV front for you bc we don’t watch much. I’m still on Season 2 of Downton Abbey. And I started it 4 months ago.
And I for sure need one of those mugs. Right up my alley.
Have a great weekend my dear!
Thanks, Tiffany!
I used to watch so much more TV before I started blogging. Now I don’t watch nearly as much as I used to.
Isn’t that mug awesome? Love it!
Have a great one!
I really hope the rain lets up soon, so much devastation :( umm thank you for introducing me to another IG account to be obsessed with! It’s so bright and colourful, LOVE! Also that essie gel top coat, I watched a youtube video on this amazing top coat by essie and this must be it because I bought just the regular top coat and my nails chipped on day 2… not impressed. lol
Woohoo! I’m so glad I found her account. It’s so bright and girly and all things pretty. I haven’t done my own nails in quite some times, so I’m curious how this gel-setter will work. I’ll let you know!
Love the family post! The most important piece of life’s puzzle for sure.
Thanks, Lauren! That is absolutely the truth. :) I wish all CMB Network ladies could have a retreat/blog conference or something. How fun would that be?!
that flamingo mug absolutely made my morning – its so funny and so cute.
Yay, Stephanie! I still chuckle every time I look at it. Hope you have a great weekend!
Must find that polish! Game changer!
Yes! You must. You can check your Target’s store online. ;) Happy weekend!
I hope the rain let's up for you guys soon. So sad all that's happened.
I have no recommendations on the TV front for you bc we don't watch much. I'm still on Season 2 of Downton Abbey. And I started it 4 months ago.
And I for sure need one of those mugs. Right up my alley.
Have a great weekend my dear!
I really hope the rain lets up soon, so much devastation :( umm thank you for introducing me to another IG account to be obsessed with! It's so bright and colourful, LOVE! Also that essie gel top coat, I watched a youtube video on this amazing top coat by essie and this must be it because I bought just the regular top coat and my nails chipped on day 2… not impressed. lol
Love the family post! The most important piece of life's puzzle for sure.
I MUST go find that gel setter! I’ve been waiting for something like that, and I love Essie- win win! I definitely recommend Parenthood. That’s the one I’m working through right now :)
Morgan! How are you?! Yes, you must find it. :) I’ll have to start watching Parenthood soon. Is it on Netflix? I’m rarely on there, but if I had a reason to be, I’m sure I’d get plenty use out of it. Have a great weekend, friend!
that flamingo mug absolutely made my morning – its so funny and so cute.
Must find that polish! Game changer!
Thanks, Tiffany!
I used to watch so much more TV before I started blogging. Now I don't watch nearly as much as I used to.
Isn't that mug awesome? Love it!
Have a great one!
Woohoo! I'm so glad I found her account. It's so bright and girly and all things pretty. I haven't done my own nails in quite some times, so I'm curious how this gel-setter will work. I'll let you know!
Thanks, Lauren! That is absolutely the truth. :) I wish all CMB Network ladies could have a retreat/blog conference or something. How fun would that be?!
Yay, Stephanie! I still chuckle every time I look at it. Hope you have a great weekend!
Yes! You must. You can check your Target's store online. ;) Happy weekend!
Morgan! How are you?! Yes, you must find it. :) I'll have to start watching Parenthood soon. Is it on Netflix? I'm rarely on there, but if I had a reason to be, I'm sure I'd get plenty use out of it. Have a great weekend, friend!
parenthood girl! and I’ve never done shellac, but I do need a great top coat and lucky me I’m making a going to target tomorrow ;)
Okay, I’ll definitely add that to my list! Shellac is awesome! Or any gel polish for that matter. It’s just a little time consuming to take off. I’m ready to try this new product though. :) Have a great week, girlfriend!
Also, I have amazon prime and never stream from it.. what’s the difference from netflix?
I think the only difference is that they have different selections. I have Amazon Prime on my new TV. It’s an app. ;)
parenthood girl! and I've never done shellac, but I do need a great top coat and lucky me I'm making a going to target tomorrow ;)
Okay, I'll definitely add that to my list! Shellac is awesome! Or any gel polish for that matter. It's just a little time consuming to take off. I'm ready to try this new product though. :) Have a great week, girlfriend!
Also, I have amazon prime and never stream from it.. what's the difference from netflix?
I think the only difference is that they have different selections. I have Amazon Prime on my new TV. It's an app. ;)
Ha, that mug is so witty. :) Love it. I’m sorry about all the rain you’ve been having. It has looked pretty terrible in some of the photos and stories I’ve been seeing. Stay safe!
Ha, that mug is so witty. :) Love it. I'm sorry about all the rain you've been having. It has looked pretty terrible in some of the photos and stories I've been seeing. Stay safe!
Isn’t Evelyn Henson just the best! I’m ibsessed with my flamingo mug from her shop! Gilmore Girls is one of my all time favorite shows, you must watch it! Parenthood is on my next to watch list!