Friday Favorites - Random things

Good grief! I can't believe it's Friday again. Seems like they roll around really fast. I'd really like to slow the next few months down and prolong Katie's graduation. (Insert alligator tears here) I know once that happens, summer is going to be a blur. We have lots of fun things on our calendar before she officially leaves in August. #holdthosebabiesmamas

Once again this week I'm linking up with some super cute girls to share Friday Favorites.

THIS GUY!!!!

 How stinkin' awesome is this picture??? You mama's out there just know when I get a text with a picture in it I stop in the middle of the mall and do the happy dance.  Not only am I just thrilled that he's having so many wonderful, memory making experiences while in college, I'm also elated to know he and all the bikers on this trip got to their destination safe and sound. (and without a repeat appearance of the food poisoning he experienced last year half way into his bike trip) They biked approximately 450 miles this week.

Way to go Benny!!!!

Ahhhhhhh. Does anyone else get excited when they get to open a brand new compact?  It's so perfect. Too bad as soon as I take my brush to it, it'll be a powdery mess.

#itsthelittlethings

Mirrors are my nemesis!

I've tried EVERYTHING under the sun to get them clean. Seems no matter how hard I try they're still streaky or get a film on them quickly. 

This Dirtex is the stuff I used to clean the island cabinets before painting them and the Shop paper towels are the towels I used for the cleaning and wiping off the excess wax.

When I was cleaning everything up and putting it all away, I stopped and actually read the front of the can. It said it cleans mirrors among other things, but warns to be careful about getting it on some surfaces.  This made me a little hesitant, but I had to give it a try.

What do you know? It works!!! So far, so good. I've used it a couple of times. Each time I  put a towel down to cover the counter tops before spraying just to be on the safe side. I'm not sure what I like better, the spray or the towels. These towels are a lot thicker than regular paper towels and don't seem to have all the lint. #majorvictory #ihatelintonmymirrors

I used it on the inside of my car windows today but haven't been out again so I hope it worked as well on them and didn't leave all the nasty streaks you usually don't find until your driving down the road seeing all the places you missed. You know what I'm talking about, right? UGH!

How cute is this bunny bunting? 

When I went to see my friend in Nashville (she's coming here to visit this weekend...YIPPEE) I took her a Valentine's Day bunting. Tutorial here. She loved it so much we decided we wanted to make some while I was there. So we decided to make bunnies. Cute, little, pastel bunnies. They're ADORABLE♥♥♥  We must have been really inspired because we made them in spite of the fact that it was snowing outside.

I made another one last week for the little girlies next door and took it over yesterday with the shamrock cookies.

 #twoholidaysforthepriceofone 

They loved it!!!! They were so excited when they opened it! I love the sweet reaction I get from those precious little girls. (yes, they are twins)

We are super excited that we have friends coming to visit this weekend and stay through most of next week. 

Sunday we are going to take a little day trip to Big Sur, so next week I will hopefully have some fun pictures to share of our adventure. 

The rest of the week will be filled with goofing off, eating, probably some hiking, eating, cards, maybe some shopping and eating.

#weliketoeat

 I can't believe Easter is just a week away. Thankfully we don't have to give up another hour of sleep this weekend. I have to admit, I really do like it to stay light outside longer. Makes me feel more productive in the evening instead of wanting to get my jammies on as soon as dinner is over.

Do you have big plans for the weekend?

Whatever they are I hope you enjoy them.

Lisa

XOXOXO

Friday Favorites #81

Hello friends and hello Friday! I don't know about you, but I'm having a little trouble believing this is the last Friday in October and next week will be November. It's been in the upper 80's and hit 90 degrees several days this week, so it sure doesn't feel like fall right now.

Just like every Friday I'm linking up with some blog friends to chat about our favorites from the week. You can find all the link ups I participate in under the Link Ups tab above. I've got a variety of things to share with you, so lets get to it. 

              

Y'all know I love a good funny and if you've ever stepped on a Lego...well you know there is no pain like a Lego stabbing the bottom of your foot. Those little boogers manage to hide everywhere no matter how hard you try to keep them picked up.

#boymom #rightofpassage

                  

Accessory Concierge is where I've found some of my favorite accessories. They are having a sale through the 31st. 25% off the entire site with code "BOO".

                 

I received another Influenster box this week with Garnier Fructis products in it. Both bottles are made to use when straightening and add protection from heat and enhance shine. 

The Flat Iron Perfector is used on dry hair before straightening. As I was misting it on, I noticed it had a nice smell. My hair didn't feel heavy or crunchy after using it and it provides heat protection up to 450 degrees. The other bottle is a glossing spray and it also has a nice smell and leaves my hair really soft and weird as it sounds glossy and shiny. I think it really brings out the blonde highlights in my hair, and it doesn't leave my hair feeling like it has any kind of residue or stiffness and it remains moveable and touchable.

Disclaimer: "I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes".

Influenster isn't just a blogger community. It's for all people who like to test products and give feedback. If you'd like to become a member of the Influenster community and receive items for free to test, feel free to use my referral link.

www.influenster.com/r/1826028

                      

Halloween Buntings

While I was in Nashville, Elizabeth and I made the cutest burlap bunting to hang on her mantle. This wasn't our first time we've done this together. Last spring we made adorable bunny buntings for Easter and I also made one for Valentine's Day last year. This week I made a candy corn one for myself. They are both really cute, but I think I like the dots the same color as the candy corn like we did on hers. I might give mine to my neighbor and make another one for myself. What do you think?

#blackdotsornot

                                 

                          

I've burned this candle every day this week (thanks Kellyann) and it smells glorious. The smell permeates the entire house and I love it. 

                 

                               

Okay, do you keep deodorant in your car? I keep it in mine and I had one in Kent's until it recently melted. Lets just say he wasn't exactly thrilled about that.😜

                 

One of the last times I was in Nashville, my girlfriend Carla (hi Carla!) told me about this nail polish.  She said she could go 2 weeks without having to redo her nails and loved it. The bottle says 7 days and the first time I used it, mine lasted 4 days before one nail chipped. She was using this top coat. (they didn't have it when I went in the store, so I purchased this one.) I'm going to see how long they last this time and then maybe order the right topcoat. Honestly, I was happy to have my polish stay on after just one day. I usually paint mine and they chip the next morning in the shower.

            

Loft is having a FLASH sale with 60% off a lot of fall merchandise. These things will be showing up on my doorstep next week. They've also got 50% off a lot of other things too.

Use code: FLASH

Y'all know nothing would make me happier than if you'd follow me on Bloglovin', Facebook, Instagram & Pinterest and subscribe for email updates whenever there's a new post.

   That's a wrap friends. Have a wonderful weekend.

                                         

Friday Favorites #81

Hello friends and hello Friday! I don't know about you, but I'm having a little trouble believing this is the last Friday in October and next week will be November. It's been in the upper 80's and hit 90 degrees several days this week, so it sure doesn't feel like fall right now.

Just like every Friday I'm linking up with some blog friends to chat about our favorites from the week. You can find all the link ups I participate in under the Link Ups tab above. I've got a variety of things to share with you, so lets get to it. 

              

Y'all know I love a good funny and if you've ever stepped on a Lego...well you know there is no pain like a Lego stabbing the bottom of your foot. Those little boogers manage to hide everywhere no matter how hard you try to keep them picked up.

#boymom #rightofpassage

                  

Accessory Concierge is where I've found some of my favorite accessories. They are having a sale through the 31st. 25% off the entire site with code "BOO".

                 

I received another Influenster box this week with Garnier Fructis products in it. Both bottles are made to use when straightening and add protection from heat and enhance shine. 

The Flat Iron Perfector is used on dry hair before straightening. As I was misting it on, I noticed it had a nice smell. My hair didn't feel heavy or crunchy after using it and it provides heat protection up to 450 degrees. The other bottle is a glossing spray and it also has a nice smell and leaves my hair really soft and weird as it sounds glossy and shiny. I think it really brings out the blonde highlights in my hair, and it doesn't leave my hair feeling like it has any kind of residue or stiffness and it remains moveable and touchable.

Disclaimer: "I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes".

Influenster isn't just a blogger community. It's for all people who like to test products and give feedback. If you'd like to become a member of the Influenster community and receive items for free to test, feel free to use my referral link.

www.influenster.com/r/1826028

                      

Halloween Buntings

While I was in Nashville, Elizabeth and I made the cutest burlap bunting to hang on her mantle. This wasn't our first time we've done this together. Last spring we made adorable bunny buntings for Easter and I also made one for Valentine's Day last year. This week I made a candy corn one for myself. They are both really cute, but I think I like the dots the same color as the candy corn like we did on hers. I might give mine to my neighbor and make another one for myself. What do you think?

#blackdotsornot

                                 

                          

I've burned this candle every day this week (thanks Kellyann) and it smells glorious. The smell permeates the entire house and I love it. 

                 

                               

Okay, do you keep deodorant in your car? I keep it in mine and I had one in Kent's until it recently melted. Lets just say he wasn't exactly thrilled about that.😜

                 

One of the last times I was in Nashville, my girlfriend Carla (hi Carla!) told me about this nail polish.  She said she could go 2 weeks without having to redo her nails and loved it. The bottle says 7 days and the first time I used it, mine lasted 4 days before one nail chipped. She was using this top coat. (they didn't have it when I went in the store, so I purchased this one.) I'm going to see how long they last this time and then maybe order the right topcoat. Honestly, I was happy to have my polish stay on after just one day. I usually paint mine and they chip the next morning in the shower.

            

Loft is having a FLASH sale with 60% off a lot of fall merchandise. These things will be showing up on my doorstep next week. They've also got 50% off a lot of other things too.

Use code: FLASH

Y'all know nothing would make me happier than if you'd follow me on Bloglovin', Facebook, Instagram & Pinterest and subscribe for email updates whenever there's a new post.

   That's a wrap friends. Have a wonderful weekend.