1. This week has been…blahh. Not so much at home (love being with my guys), but work has been totally insane (another girl is out this week so I’ve been doing double duty) and yesterday was just quite. the. day. I think the only times I actually left my desk were to pee. Like, twice. This weekend cannot come soon enough!
2. Since I had zero time yesterday, it wasn’t until about 9pm last night when I went to look at yesterday’s LaMaLu giveaway post and realized that the Rafflecopter widget thing never carried over correctly. Sorry guys, that was super lame! It’s fixed now, in case you didn’t want to bother clicking for some extra entries before.
3. Can I just say HOW excited I am for tonight? We’ve got a group of 10 of us husbands and wives (most of the Book Club girls) heading out for dinner, drinks, and fun. Lucas is spending the night with my in-laws, which means that Jay and I will get to have another leisurely Saturday…but I’m not gonna lie. Once I wake up and have my coffee and breakfast, I’ll be more than ready to go see the little guy!
4. Last weekend, I noticed that the blog was getting a little more love that usual, and I realized that someone had linked to an older post of mine that I had totally forgotten about. If you happen to have any Halloween or fall/festive gatherings coming up, I’d highly recommend you try making a Pumpkin Keg. I had totally forgotten about it but now I totally want to make it again!
5. One week until Halloween! Anyone planning on dressing up? After spending WAY too much money on our costumes last year (Lucas was so little!!), I’m taking this year off and just going to be dressing up the child. He looks so stinkin’ cute in his costume, too! Now the question is…will he actually keep it on? Bets are on NO.
6. So I know I mentioned this briefly on Wednesday, but yes, I’ve finally gone ahead and signed up for Fabletics (affiliate link!). If you’re fully immersed in the blog world, you’ve probably already heard about it, but it is a wicked adorable line of activewear from the always adorable Kate Hudson. When you sign up as a VIP member, the cost of the outfits instantly gets slashed (in half right now?!?) and they give you personalized outfit picks every month. It’s totally free to join, but I can’t promise it’s easy to not shop. I’m planning on getting this adorable outfit…
And can you believe that all three pieces are only $39.95? That’s, like, unheard of.
7. I need to know…why is it that, as soon as it starts to rain, it seems like suddenly everyone forgets how to drive a car. We had a good amount of rain yesterday morning and my commute into work was just awful. I mean, don’t get me wrong, I get it…driving in the rain can suck…but really? Sorry…looks like I hadn’t vented all of my frustration yet. I feel muuuch better now.
8. Guess who’s getting her hair cut this weekend?! I don’t think we’re doing color yet – we may hold off on that until next week. But I’m still planning on going with the color I showed you guys last week. SO excited to finally have a fresh ‘do’ for a change!
9. Last night we made an older recipe of mine that I had kinda forgotten about up until recently…Light ‘n Easy Cincinnati Chili!
That pic doesn’t nearly do it the justice it deserves so definitely be sure to check out the original recipe post. It’s freakin’ delicious and will give you lots of leftovers if you’re only feeding two of you.
10. I’m totally crushing on this dress from Target right now. And this tunic (I bought it in grey last year and loooove it). Oh, and this scarf. Crap, Target. Why do you do this to me? #muststayaway
11. Okay, so it’s not the best picture of my child, but Lucas has discovered a new talent that I just find it too amusing not to share with you all.
Pick me a winner, bud.
On that note, I’m off to bed (it’s Thursday night…no way I have time to write posts in the morning!). Gotta get some sleep so I can wake up for my hot date with Shaun T and some T25 and 5:30am. Woot woooot!
Have a fabulous Friday and a wonderful weekend, you guys! I’ll catch up with ya next week! xoxo
Furonda says
That dress is EVERYTHING! I might go buy one myself for a holiday party later in a month. As far as the beer in the pumpkin – does it go flat once it’s inside? Hate seeing beer go to waste but it’s such a cool idea! And your little man is such a character! Just watch out for him putting that treasure in his mouth :-)
Have a fabulous Friday and weekend Courtney! Xoxo
Linz @ Itz Linz says
lol that nose picking picture!! fabletics stuff is always so adorable!! i haven’t signed up yet because i can’t find the time to workout consistently so i have enough workout clothes as it is.
Andrea @ pencils and pancakes says
I love target… Just bought a couple things from there. Stripes don’t look the best on me though…
Becky Klapman says
I loveeee the idea of a pumpkin keg! It’s such a cute idea for a party. I hope you have a relaxing weekend (with lotsa Target shopping, haha!) since your week sounds like it’s been a bit crazy :)
Lauren @ The Bikini Experiment says
I got my hair done yesterday and it is amazing how good it makes you feel. Have a fun weekend, Courtney! :-)
Brittany says
I signed up for fabletics to buy one outfit–and researched it a lot beforehand–and made sure to cancel the subscription immediately after receiving my shipment. I didn’t think it was made completely clear in the agreement with the site that they will automatically deduct $40 from your bank account monthly unless you actively *skip* a month. I know that I have a really hard time remembering to do things like this so I cancelled it immediately to prevent that. Just a heads up. FTR I like my fabletics stuff–don’t LOVE it, but its all okay. (I feel like TJ maxx could’ve served me just as well without the hassle of calling up the company and having a 15 minute discussion with a reluctant customer service representative in attempt to cancel.) Hope you like it!
Brynn says
I’ve definitely had “one of those weeks” as well. Ugh. Here’s hoping the weekend brings some much needed relaxation! If nothing else there’s the pumpkin keg! Love that idea.
Melissa @ Freeing Imperfections says
I’ve been debating signing up for Fabletics for a while. The first time I looked into it, they didn’t have anything I wanted in my size though. That outfit is SO cute!
Liv @ Healthy Liv says
Fabletics sounds awesome! I didn’t realize it could be so inexpensive. I’m definitely going to check it out.
Britt@MyOwnBalance says
I’m excited to hear what you think of Fabletics. I’ve heard of it before but haven’t committed to trying it out yet!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Pumpkin Keg? That is so awesome!
Mallory says
I just got the same fabletics pieces yesterday. Love the pants and tank, but the shrug is a little thin. However, I’m sure I’ll still get a lot of use out of it. I have a reminder set in my phone to skip a month, that way I won’t forget!
Ashley @ A Lady Goes West says
Hi Courtney! Weekends come just when you need them after a busy week of work, don’t they? Good luck getting your hair done. And that pumpkin keg is awesome, makes me want to have a party. Happy Friday! :)
Katie@LifesNextBigStep says
We are teaching Brooke her body parts, and it never fails, any time we say ‘where is your nose’ her finger goes right up it. All part of being a kid, I suppose :) And LOVE the pumpkin keg idea!
Monica says
Oh, my goodness! Haha, Harlow, my (almost) 19 month old thinks it is hilarious putting her finger up her nose. She just giggles and giggles!
FYI, Target has free shipping on all orders right now… I’m jus’ sayin’…
Sarah @ Making Thyme for Health says
Bahaha! That was a great way to bed the post! Hilarious.
And that pumpkin keg is a great idea! You gotta love Pinterest for bringing the old posts some love!
Ruthie Hart says
That pumpkin keg!! SO CUTE!
Carrie (This Fit Chick) says
Have fun tonight!!! yes! my boyfriend and I are being mr and mrs claus! we are HUGE christmas fans!… clearly :)
Linda @ The Fitty says
PUMPKIN keg…that’s something I haven’t heard of. :)
Amanda says
I absolutely love the Target tunic. Weird question but can I ask what size you purchased. I want to order in grey or the wine/purple color but it’s not available in stores.
Laura says
Your chili recipe is our favorite!! We make it all the time. It tastes like Christmas! Ugh, we’ve the worst traffic all week here in Seattle. It has been so frustrating. Happy Friday!
Angela @ HonestlyAngela says
I love that target dress in cream – so pretty! Have a great and relaxing weekend and enjoy getting your hair done!
Marielle says
Lol that pumpkin keg is pretty great! I’ve always wanted to join a book club, that sounds like fun and would keep me more consistent with my reading! :)
Brittany says
Just a quick recommendation… for dressing up, a couple of friends of mine dressed up as “babies” last year (they dressed their daughter up as a mom so it was extra cute)… but they said they just couldn’t think of anything good so it was a pretty easy/cute idea. :)
Erin @ Her Heartland Soul says
I’m being a flapper!
That keg pumpkin is too cool!
Sam @ Better With Sprinkles says
I’ve got a Fabletics shipment coming to me – I can’t wait to check it out! And the nose picking picture – too funny.
Shel@PeachyPalate says
What you dressing him up as? Wish we had Target here, so damn cheap!
ALaina says
Question about the Fabletics VIP discount…does that always apply (ie. after you sign up, everything is always 50% off), or is it just for the first purchase? Thanks!
Courtney says
I’m pretty sure it’s just the 50% off the first one, but there are still discounts for future purchases. That said, I’m totally new to it as well, so I’m not 100% sure!
Annette@FitnessPerks says
LOL! That nose-picking pic! haha.
I looooove Fabletics. That is a cute outfit you chose too–I have that print but in the leggings!
Annie says
OMG Cora has discovered the nose (picking) thing too!! Hilarious!
healthguide says
Good to know all these you mentioned. Really surprising and funny.
Katie says
I just got the same fabletics outfit. I feel like the capri’s are cut a little on the small side, but the tank was the softest workout shirt I have ever put on. I love it.
Courtney says
Oh, good to know! Thanks, Katie!