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Happy Halloween All! I can't believe how quickly this month has flown by. I think time needs to slow down a bit. I am off early today, so I can get the girls all dressed up, fed and ready to go Trick or Treating. I am pretty excited about tonight's festivities because the girls are older, they understand trick or treating more and we have been preparing!!!
WHAT WE ARE EATING THIS WEEK...
Monday: Mississippi Pot Roast
Tuesday: Take out since I have a facial.
Wednesday: Pizza take-out before Trick or Treating.
Thursday: Sicilian Rice Ball Casserole
Friday: Not Sure.
Saturday: We are going out. Since Rory is on his guy's weekend, the girls and I are going out to dinner. Not sure where though.
WHAT I'M REMINISCING ABOUT...
Last year's Halloween. The girls were Minnie Mouse and it was their second time Trick or Treating. They were way more into it than the previous year, but they were too scared to say Trick or Treat. But they did love getting the candy. This year should be even more fun and we should be able to go out for longer. This is also the first year we are not handing out candy. We did it last year, but we didn't get back until 7 pm and had tons of leftover candy at the end of the night.
WHAT I'M LOVING...
I feel like I have shopped a lot this month. Like over shopped, but it happens and I am totally ok with all of my purchases. Here are some of my current favorites.
I wore this dress to my cousin's funeral and it was a huge hit. It was comfy, cute and the perfect length. I ordered a medium since I have a larger bust and it fit perfectly.
Recently, Loft had a big sale and I scooped up this cute sweater. I have been wearing it on repeat lately and it is so comfy. Plus I can wear it to work or during the weekend.
The lip gloss below was recommended to me and I scooped it up at Sephora and use it daily. It has a coconut taste to it, but it is very mild.
Recently, I won a giveaway on Instagram from Winky and I received a few items and one of my favorites has been the Matcha Lip Balm. The scent is amazing, it goes on smoothly and makes my lips feel heavenly. I have been switching it back and forth between this one and Kopari.
WHAT WE'VE BEEN UP TO...
Well life through us a big curve ball, so we spent part of this month mourning the loss of our cousin. But on the brighter side, we spent the month at pumpkin patches, Apple Hill, football games and dance class. The girls have really been enjoying their dance class.
WHAT I'M DREADING...
Our long drive for Thanksgiving. The girls have only ever driven about 4 hours in the car at one time and we have a much longer drive for Thanksgiving. I normally fly everywhere, but the cost of plane tickets at Thanksgiving is crazy.
WHAT I'M WORKING ON...
Decorating for Thanksgiving, picking out our holiday card theme and buying all the Christmas decorations.
WHAT I'M EXCITED ABOUT...
Thanksgiving, family time, our last home game of the season and our Thanksgiving trip.
WHAT I'M WATCHING/READING...
Well I finished The Woman in Cabin 10 and loved it. I have yet to pick up a new book. So send me your suggestions.
As for TV, I am still catching up on our DVR from my trip over a month ago. After I got back, we tried to get through some items, but then Rory went out of town for a week and we got even more behind. But my favorites right now are This is Us, Safe (Netflix and soooo good), Making a Murderer season 2, Grey's Anatomy, American Horror Story, Riverdale, Modern Family and Desert Flippers.
WHAT I'M LISTENING TO...
Pandora. I finally gave in and got the Pandora Plus, so I could skip all I want and not have ads. So much better.
WHAT I'M WEARING...
Pretty much sweaters, booties and anything cozy. Oh I did buy a new pair of booties that I am obsessed with. I tend to buy cheaper booties and it always works out for me. Here is the newest pair I got.
High Demand Booties (only $32.50)
WHAT I'M DOING THIS WEEKEND...
I am on single mommy duty since Rory is having a boys weekend. So I am not sure what we are going to go do other than Dance Class and dinner out. I hope the weather is nice, so maybe we can go to the park. Or maybe the trampoline park?
I am on single mommy duty since Rory is having a boys weekend. So I am not sure what we are going to go do other than Dance Class and dinner out. I hope the weather is nice, so maybe we can go to the park. Or maybe the trampoline park?
WHAT I'M LOOKING FORWARD TO NEXT MONTH...
I can't wait for Thanksgiving and the holidays to come.
WHAT ELSE IS NEW...
I can't wait for Thanksgiving and the holidays to come.
WHAT ELSE IS NEW...
Not much else is new right now.
BONUS: WHAT IS YOUR ALL TIME FAVORITE HALLOWEEN COSTUME?
This is hard because I have several favorites over the years. From being a dead Cheerleader to 80s Prom Queen to Juno, I have had a lot of costumes. Here is one of my more recent costumes (if you call 4 years ago recent).
This is hard because I have several favorites over the years. From being a dead Cheerleader to 80s Prom Queen to Juno, I have had a lot of costumes. Here is one of my more recent costumes (if you call 4 years ago recent).
I always love seeing the girl's costumes, the lil doughnuts...so sweet! That last photo...EPIC!!! LOVE your shopping goodness and I hope this day TREATS you right!! xo
ReplyDeleteThank you so much!!! I love the girls costumes over the years. I LOVE my Juno costume and almost wore it to work this week for Halloween, but I didn't want anyone to think I was pregnant. Ha.
DeleteWe ended up getting plane tickets for Thanksgiving and for winter break so we don't have to take another long car trip! I also read The Woman In Cabin 10. It was ok for me!
ReplyDeleteOh you are so lucky. I hate long car rides. Ugh.
Delete"Decorating for Thanksgiving, picking out our holiday card theme and buying all the Christmas decorations." me too girl, me too!
ReplyDeleteMaking a murderer season 2? I'm so behind!
Happy Halloween!
Hahha. Most definitely. And yes there is. I am almost through it. Sooo good!
DeleteI love those booties - the higher cut in the front is super cute! What a good price too!!!!
ReplyDeleteOh gosh - start stocking up now on movies & activities for that card ride.
Look how much the girls have grown from each halloween. Cant wait to see a pic of their costume this year!
Killer price. I love them so much. Oh I definitely need suggestions and ways to entertain the girls. Ha. They were so cute. I hope you got to see their outfits :)
DeleteThe girls costumes are adorable! I am so with you on Thanksgiving! It is one of my favorite times of the year! I love feeling grateful and blessed with my family!
ReplyDeleteMe too!! It is a great time of the year and we have a lot to be thankful for this year!
DeleteYour girls are the cutest! I can't wait for Thanksgiving, either. Have a great rest of the week!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much!!!
DeleteI can't wait to see the girls' costumes this year -- they were such super cute Minnies last year! Love all of your purchases lately, especially that speckled sweater. I can see wearing that all the time. Have fun tonight!! :)
ReplyDeleteI have been wearing it a lot lately. I have also bought way too much lately. Ha. Their costumes are up on IG and now on today's post!
DeleteYour little donuts were just the cutest! I can't wait for Thanksgiving either. Hoping I won't have to spend it in the hospital depending on when baby boy comes. LOVE the throwback costume! Sierra Beautifully Candid
ReplyDeleteThat was my idea and one of my favorite costumes. Last year I sold them to a fellow twin mom. HARd to give those up. Ha. I can't believe baby boy will be here soon. I had to spend New Year's Eve and day in the hospital. So weird to be in the hospital on a holiday. I hope you won't have to be in there.
DeleteI love y'all as Juno! I am so looking forward to Thanksgiving, sorry y'all have to drive, I do not miss having to travel for the holidays, it is so expensive! I love them as the donuts and minnie, can't wait to see them this year!
ReplyDeleteThe Juno costumes are SO good haha!!!! :)
ReplyDeleteThank you!
DeleteAs always I need to invite myself over for dinner! Still loving their donut and Minnie costumes! And sending all the hugs for your long drive on Thanksgiving. If tickets were that much, it'll be worth it I promise. Just load up the tablets, snacks, and toys <3
ReplyDeleteGreen Fashionista
haha. Yes you do!!! Oh yes we are definitely needing to get their tablets loaded up and have lots of snacks!!!
DeleteThose booties are so cute and they look really comfortable!
ReplyDeleteThey are amazing so far!
DeleteI love those booties! And the price tag!!! The girls looked so cute yesterday! Hope they had fun! That pic of you as Juno is amazing
ReplyDeleteIt is amazing, right? And they are soooo comfy. Thank you so much!!! WE all had a great time.
DeleteI pinned the pot roast and rice casserole recipes, yum! The girls look so cute in all their costumes! I love Kopari, I need to try that matcha lip balm too! Love the sweater and new booties. Riverdale has gotten a little crazy this season, right?? I still love it though.
ReplyDeleteThey are both sooooo good!! Total hits at my house. Oh that lip balm is amazing and smells heavenly. I love Kopari too. It is sooo amazing and smooth!!! Oh yes it has with the Gargoyles thing, but I am still loving it!!!
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