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Fun Facts Friday {8/17}

By Courtney 13 Comments

1. We’ve officially received Lucas’s kindergarten teacher/information for September, which is making things seem awwwwwwfully, real. I still can’t believe we’re only three weeks away…how is this even possible?!

2. To help get ourselves organized a bit better, we have some of these amazing labels from our friends at NameBubbles!

We got the Kindergarten Labels Pack, which not only comes with all sorts of different labels (for supplies, clothes, shoes, and more) but they’re totally customizable too, which makes them even more fun! If you’re at all in the market for some labels for your kiddos, I would HIGHLY recommend NameBubbles – we’ve been using them for a while now (we had labels for the boys’ daycare, too!) and they’ve withstood plenty of wear and tear (including numerous cycles through the dishwasher with NO damage in sight).

3. So I wound up with the most random, sudden, awful allergic reaction in my eye earlier this week. It came out of nowhere as I was washing my face, and within a mere matter of minutes, my eye was watering like mad and practically swelling shut on me. On top of that, the whites of my eye got all puffy and it was just so, so gross. It freaked me out to the point where I almost went to an on-call for it, but I went the Benadryl + ice route, and went to sleep hoping I’d still wake up with 2 functioning eyes. Thankfully, I did. ;) And it appears that it was likely a case of allergic conjunctivitis. I have no clue what could have caused it, but I’d have to guess maybe it was one of Cody’s hairs? Regardless, it took about 3 days for my eye to get totally back to normal…yikes!

4. Do any of you have an abundance of zucchini on hand? Well here’s my annual reminder to go ahead and check out THIS POST for all sorts of delicious, zucchini-loaded recipes. Everything from casseroles and latkes, to brownies and cupcakes! You’re welcome. ; )

5. I’m slowly finishing up the last week of the 4-week FB Mass workout program from Fitness Blender, and WHEW!! The last two leg workouts I had were killerrrrr (like, to the point where I needed to take an extra rest day after each of them to recover those sore muscles!), and I am absolutely loving the upper body split workouts this week (back/biceps, chest/triceps, shoulders/lats). I am definitely going to be starting up a second round of this one once I finish, and I truly am just L-O-V-I-N-G strength training these days. It’s my jam(!) and I’d be 100% okay if I never hopped on another treadmill again.

6. Sometimes, you just need a little mid-week drink with a girlfriend once the kiddos are in bed. #amiright?

7. I can’t believe that I completely forgot all about choosing the winners from the I Can Do That! activity books giveaway. I am so sorry for being, umm, about 3 weeks late!! But congratulations to both Carly McNeil & Kayla!

Be sure to shoot me an email (sweettoothcourtney at gmail dot com) with your mailing address, ladies, and I’ll make sure those get sent out!

8. I’ve gotta say…I think I’m sort of over the whole pumpkin craze. The fact that companies are already trying to promote the return of all. the. pumpkin. (ahem, Dunkin’) and it’s only mid-August? C’mon now, folks. Let’s try to enjoy the rest of summer first!

9. Jay and I will be enjoying a kid-free night away tonight, and I am SO pumped. We’re staying somewhat close and heading up to Lake George (you can see a couple blast-from-the-past posts from a trip we took back in 2010 both HERE and HERE). Geez, we were babies…

I’m hoping to find some good food, do a little outlet shopping, and whatever else comes our way for our quick trip away. For anyone local, if you have any recommendations on where to go for dinner or breakfast, let me know!

Alright friends, I hope you all have a fabulous Friday and a wonderful weekend ahead, whatever you may be doing <3

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August 17, 2018 Filed Under: Fun Facts Tagged With: lake george, namebubbles, zucchini

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I'm a working mom of two beautiful little boys, Lucas and Alex, and I began writing Sweet Tooth, Sweet Life in April 2010. I enjoy chronicling my love of food (healthy and indulgent!), baking, motherhood, fitness, fashion, and everything in between!

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Comments

  1. Shashaqueefa says

    August 17, 2018 at 5:51 am

    Wow that allergic reaction sounded scary! Glad you’re okay! Once my man sprayed on some Ask body spray and i started sneezing! I had one loud sneeze where the neighborhood car alarms went off and all the birds flew from the tree! Cray!
    Reply
  2. Melissa says

    August 17, 2018 at 6:39 am

    I'm with you for the most part on the pumpkin craze, though I will say Special K Cereal in their seasonal flavors - Pumpkin Spice Crunch (I believe that's the name!) and Apple Cinnamon are great! The pumpkin flavor isn't overwhelming at all and complements the cereal.
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      August 20, 2018 at 10:40 am

      Ooooo they DO sound good, I'll have to look into those. Thanks, Melissa!
      Reply
  3. Sarah says

    August 17, 2018 at 10:15 am

    Bistro LeRoux in Fort Ann is a fabulous dinner spot but definitely a place to call ahead for a reservation.
    Reply
  4. Kaitlyn @ Powered by Sass says

    August 17, 2018 at 12:26 pm

    I did my first Fitness Blender workout on Monday and it kicked my booty! Definitely going to keep at them on days I don't go to the gym or just want something a little different! Also, that is a massive glass of wine. My style. - Kaitlyn | www.poweredbysass.com | @poweredbysass
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    • Courtney says

      August 20, 2018 at 10:39 am

      Ohh YAY!! So glad you gave them a try! :)
      Reply
  5. Lindsay R Ebner says

    August 17, 2018 at 5:05 pm

    Someone who finally agrees with the pumpkin stuff to early! I love love Fall time, but that time is not quite here yet. Glad your eye is better too!
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      August 20, 2018 at 10:39 am

      Right?!? Let's soak up this summer sunshine first! Thennnnn, I'm all about fall...when the time comes :)
      Reply
  6. Julie F says

    August 18, 2018 at 8:16 am

    Too early for pumpkin foods!!! I've had those allergic reactions in my eyes. It is horrible. And scary.
    Reply
  7. Molly Elizabeth says

    August 18, 2018 at 8:18 pm

    Hi Courtney! Can you share more about the cardio to strength transition? I would love to follow your lead but it's scary me a bit ;)
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      August 20, 2018 at 10:38 am

      Hey Molly! It actually wasn't difficult for me because I was just never a huge cardio junkie ;) I've always really loved that sore feeling after lifting heavier weights, and I just feel so GOOD after lifting! I would say to start by maybe adding 2 days of strength into your week (in combination with your cardio) to help ease you into it a little bit?? :) Best of luck!
      Reply
  8. Christine says

    August 20, 2018 at 10:08 pm

    Hi Courtney. I just looked into the fitness blender program you did and was wondering what weight of dumbbells you would suggest. I don’t have any so would need to purchase them for the program. I am fairly fit generally but just had baby #2 2 months ago :)
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      August 21, 2018 at 11:49 am

      Hey Christine! Oh man, haha...I currently have dumbbells ranging from 2lbs all the way up to 30lbs! My most commonly used are my 5, 8, 10, 15, and 20lb dumbbells, if that helps! I'd say you'll definitely want the variety (if you can!) to be able to push yourself :)
      Reply

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