Hi Friends and Happy Wednesday! I am joining Joyce for her fun weekly linkup. Let's answer her fun questions...
1. What's something recent that had you 'tickled pink'?
Seeing Eva shine on stage...and she happened to be in pink :)
2.
A bed of roses, everything's coming up roses, every rose has it's
thorn, stop and smell the roses, rose-colored glasses, a rose among
thorns...which rosy expression might currently be applied to your life
in some way?
I guess "Stop And Smell The Roses" and I go back to my word for the year JOY. I am remembering to find JOY in the every day and not taking things for granted so this phrase goes along with that theme. It reminds us to stop and smell the roses or stop and enjoy the little things in your days.
3. What makes you feel loved and appreciated?
Word of affirmation- cards- thoughtful notes and/or emails...let me share an excerpt from a recent email with you that I received from a blog reader. It brought me to tears and I will cherish it forever....
"I want to thank you again for taking the time to send the links for
the morning devotional materials . I love them all so much…..they
were great additions to what I already have. The Sacred Space and
Mornings with Jesus are just beyond perfect . Then again, Living Faith
and Total Consecration really speak to my heart . Also, what Catholic
doesn’t love to get their hands on any and all the St Jude and St
Anthony materials available ? Those 2 saints have saved me more times
than I can count. You have enriched my prayer life and each morning I
will say a prayer for you and your beautiful family . Thank you so very
much !
You are an inspiration to
many! I so admire how you keep things real yet always hang on to your
faith. Your daughters are blessed to have such a strong, capable and
fun mom who also lives a Christ centered life. You have ,and continue
to, provide them with a strong foundation for success and the tools they
will need to have a fulfilled life..."
4. A box of chocolates or a bouquet of fresh flowers-what's your pleasure? Any special plans for Valentine's Day?
Both? Ha! If I had to pick one, I would say flowers...the photo above contains my faves: White Lilies- Blue Hydrangeas and Roses...we are eating in on Valentine's...grabbing some takeout and just chillin'
5. Share a favorite quote, scripture, or song lyric relating to love.
Here are three scriptures that capture it all...
1 John 4:8:"Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love".
1 John 4:7:"Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God".
1 John 4:16:"So we know and rely on the love God has for us. God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them".
6. Insert your own random thought here.
Have you tried the professional caricature trend yet? Here is mine...in my recruiting glory ;)
Hi Friends and Happy Monday! Did you Olympic and Super Bowl all weekend? Hope you are all feeling great! I am ready to get a new week started...how about you? As always, I am here with blogging partner Sarah and we are chatting about our weekends. If you did too, linkup with us below!
Here is what our cozy little weekend looked like here in New England.
Friday Night
I got the girls a pizza and then I got dressed up a bit and met Rob at Capital Grille in the next town over for date night! He won a gift card for an office contest so it was the perfect excuse. We had a great time catching up on our work weeks and in the interest of keeping the cost and calories down, we split a salad, a steak and some potatoes and each had a glass of great wine. It was perfect and we left stuffed and happy we had a nice free night out!
When we got home, we all (minus Diana who was at a friend's house for a sleepover) piled in our bed to watch the Olympic opening ceremonies
To be honest, it wasn't one of our faves and we fell asleep pretty early.
Saturday
It was a nice lazy and slow morning...which was unexpected. We got more snow than was predicted and the Accepted Students Day at Merrimack, that we were going to, was postponed until next weekend.
Rob went out to shovel and I stayed in bed and watched "You've Got Mail." (Who am I? Ha!)
When I finally made it downstairs, I made myself a coffee so I could try my new milk frother- I loved it! I am waiting on some protein powder to be delivered so I can start making protein coffees and have decided to alternate those with my teas. I also snacked on a new-to-me snack and I loved them. They are genius with 26g of fiber per bag. If you struggle with fiber intake, these are an easy way to get your daily grams in!
Later on, Rob, Papa and I, along with Eva headed to Billerica for her hockey game- hockey is never cancelled. It wasn't the best ride but we took it a little slow and it was ok. My bestie Janie and her hubby Lou met us there- they have been dying to see Eva play hockey.
It was a rough game- oh well! We were happy we had our besties there with us though
That night, Rob headed out to a gig, Diana worked and Eva and I crashed at home. We ate leftovers and she watched one of her shows while I rented "The Housemaid." I was a big fan of the books and I am a big fan of Frieda McFadden. I was also impressed with the movie and how close to the first book it was- wow!
Sunday
I was up at the crack of dawn and got to the gym by 6am. So Sundays apparently aren't as busy as weekdays...Exhibit A...I was the first one there and the only heart rate monitor on the board- that never happens! Had to snap a shot ;)
After that, I raced home to make a tea then met the fam at Eva's hockey game.
It was another loss but what a battle AND Eva scored one of two goals. Was so proud of her!
After the game, I enjoyed a long and hot shower- felt luxurious. Then Diana and I took a drive to Starbucks to catch up.
After that, I did the meal planning and grocery list and gave it to Rob to handle for the day. Then I met his dad at mass.
Then I got organized for the week, did some blogging and reading and worked more on Diana's Graduation Video- getting help from Amber of course with this special project :)
We capped off the weekend with the superbowl and some fun snacks
It was a crushing loss but can't wait to see them next season!
Happy Friday Friends...or should I say a big ole festive
Woohooo! As always, sharing some faves from our week....
School Deliberative Session
Drinks and Apps with my peeps then a successful school deliberative session with healthy discussions and productive warrant articles to appear on our March ballot FTW!
Godmother and Godsister Time
Eva had a blast with Alice and Amber on Tuesday night...she looks so forward to this night each year :)
Book Club #41
and we read "Broken Country" by Clare Leslie Hall.
Laura was our amazing hostess and she had the most adorable Valentine touches
This was my "Book Club Fit"...trying to be festive in the dead of winter ;)
More Basketball
Valentines and Galentines Bits and Pieces
One of Eva's besties moms is so great at organizing and she organized a Galentine's Dinner for this coming Monday night. Eva and I put together some little gift bags for her besties and their Mamas to make the night even more special- we can't wait :)
and speaking of "Galentines"...check out my breakfast Wednesday morning- festive, fun, delish and healthy- My Mega Tea and Protein Cookie FTW!
and check out Eva's little treat on top of her Starbucks Frappucino- Valentine Cake Pop FTW :)
Aruba Prep!
Delivering custom cups to our peeps and getting the smiles and squeals in return :)
Deciding which dresses to pack for dinners and nightlife...this one is making the cut (for now anyway)
Planning and Pre-Packing...we both decided a carry on is just not going to cut it this time...we are going all out and bringing a checked bag each...some things can't be avoided ;)
This Bracelet
Thanks to Altar'd State...2911...My Favorite Bible Verse
Jeremiah 29:11- "For I Know The Plans I Have For You Declares The Lord. Plans To Prosper You And Not To Harm You; Plans To Give You Hope And A Future."
On that very bright note, I wish you the best winter weekend!
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