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The Week In Rewind Volume 60
Happy Sunday, friends!
It’s been a bit since I’ve done a weekly recap…four weeks to be exact. I’d like to say I have a great excuse, but really there is none. This post simply slid to the bottom of my priorities amidst the busyness of summer camps and traveling.
So, starting this week, I’m making it my goal to get back into a routine. And with the long break, there is a lot to catch up on!
As always, I’m also sharing some inspiring ideas and delicious recipes from a few of my friends.
So grab your favorite summer beverage, settle in, and join me for the latest week in rewind!
Tidbits From Home
Here’s a little snapshot of what our family has been up to lately.
June Highlights
When we chatted last, Peyton was prepping for a national club volleyball tournament in Orlando, Florida. Her team had a great showing and finished in the top 25 in their division.
While we missed not watching her play in person, we stayed up-to-date with the matches online and kept in touch with Facetime and Snap Chat.
To wrap up the month of June, Kirk and I celebrated our 17th wedding anniversary. We enjoyed dinner out and capped off the evening with ice cream at the dairy store on UNL’s east campus.
(We met in college so the University of Nebraska holds a special place in our hearts.)
July Highlights
July has been our month of travel! The girls and I hit the road over the holiday weekend to visit family for the Fourth of July.
I failed to get many photos, but we had a lot of fun during our visit. We played badminton, sat around the fire pit in the evenings, and soaked up all the fun family time.
The morning of the 4th started a bit rainy, but it cleared off just in time to enjoy the parade, followed by a BBQ, and fireworks!
After four short days at home, Peyton and I hopped in the car for another road trip.
This time we headed east to Cedar Falls for a volleyball camp at the University of Nothern Iowa.
We had fun exploring downtown Cedar Falls with its cute shops and restaurants.
And we got to meet up with my aunt and cousin who live nearby for dinner.
Which brings me to this weekend, and you guessed it… another road trip. We spent the weekend in Fort Collins, Colorado, to help Kirk’s dad celebrate his retirement.
It was good to see family, some of whom we hadn’t seen since our wedding 17 years ago!
After the party, the girls and I ventured out for a quick trip to our favorite ice cream shop, Walrus.
And as a bonus, I also got to sneak away yesterday morning for a coffee date with one of my best blogging friends, Kelly from The Tattered Pew.
My Favorite Finds
I’m in love with this beautiful woven storage bench.
These comfy, casual pants are my new favorites. I have them in black and green.
Fall decor is starting to pop up in stores and I couldn’t resist adding this wreath to my shopping cart.
I LOVE our Shark vacuum and this one is currently on sale!
The best realistic Christmas garland is back in stock. If you love it, don’t wait to grab it! It sells out every year long before the holiday season begins.
More Favorites From Amazon
As I’m sure you heard, this week was Amazon Prime Days. Did you snag any deals? I got a few things, including some new bedsheets and camera equipment!
Even though Prime Days are over, I’m always adding new finds to my Amazon storefront.
Stop by and check out my latest curated collections, including some deals for back-to-school and some of my favorite fashion finds for fall.
This Week On The Blog: The Week In Rewind Volume 60
It’s been a bit since my last recap, but I’ve still been sharing new content this summer. I’ve just been bad about letting you know…oops!
So, in case you’ve missed out, here’s a quick rundown of what’s been happening at MWLS the last few weeks.
If you’re looking for a simple summer appetizer, this recipe for pineapple chicken salad bites is one you need to try!
Loaded with juicy pineapple, sweet grapes, crunchy celery, and slivered almonds, this recipe puts a tropical twist on classic chicken salad as you know it.
Served in crispy phyllo cups, they make their perfect bite-sized snack for a summer party or potluck.
At the end of June, I also joined my friends from supper club for our latest party.
We shared table styling ideas and tips for hosting a tropical summer cocktail party.
You can read all my styling tips and see more of my blue and green beach-inspired tablescape here.
As always, we also put together a coordinating menu. And I shared a few bonus recipes too!
Whether you need a drink, an appetizer, or a dessert, this menu filled with 13 tropical party food recipes has it all!
And lastly, this week, I shared my latest post about how to create the ultimate salsa bar.
I wrote this post as part of a collaboration with one of my favorite brands, Mrs. Wages, so if you haven’t already, I’d love it if you stopped by to give it a read.
And while you’re there, don’t forget to check out FOUR recipes for easy, crowd-pleasing homemade salsas.
On The Menu The Week of July 17 – 21
If you need some easy dinner time inspo, here’s what’s on the menu this week.
- July 17 (Monday) – Tomato BBQ Chicken and Rice
- July 18 (Tuesday) – Turkey Bacon Ranch Wraps
- July 19 (Wednesday) – Cheeseburger Foil Packet Dinner
- July 20 (Thursday) – Spinach and Berry Salad w/ Poppy Seed Dressing
- July 21 (Friday) – Steak and Vegetable Kabobs
Coming Next Week To MWLS
Next week I’m sharing a simple summer dessert that only requires four ingredients (Yes, really, just four!)
It’s perfect for the season and guaranteed to be a hit! So, stop by again on Thursday for all the mouthwatering details.
More Tips, Ideas, And Inspiration: Volume 60 The Week In Rewind
Barn Beam Fireplace Mantel Makeover
My friend Aliya at Open Doors Open Hearts recently completed a DIY fireplace mantel makeover, and to say I’m in LOVE would be an understatement! Just look at that gorgeous vintage barn beam.
If you’ve thought about giving your fireplace a facelift, stop by Aliya’s blog to read more about her DIY transformation.
Smoked Butterscotch Latte
Looking to change up your morning coffee routine? Check out this yummy-looking smoked butterscotch latte recipe from my friend Missy at Sonata Home Design.
The smoky-sweet flavor combination is similar to Starbucks’ smoked butterscotch latte with the added convenience (and cost savings!) of making it home.
Outdoor Garden Wall Clock
And my last feature this week goes to my friend Wendy at WM Design House. Isn’t her DIY outdoor garden clock so creative?
If you have a love for gardening and vintage finds, stop by Wendy’s blog to see her tutorial and learn how she made her beautiful DIY clock.
More Ideas To Inspire You
Grab this delicious-looking recipe for summer stone fruit and burrata salad.
Love coastal decor? Check out these charming DIY starfish and driftwood ornaments,
Get organized with this DIY quarterly calendar.
Whip up some of this mouthwatering Mediterranean Greek dip.
Read these tips for easy ways to add pops of color to your home decor.
The Week In Rewind Volume 60
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OOOOH, I love the pic of you and Kel!!! I’m so jelly that I couldn’t be there too!!
Yes! That would have been so fun. We need to get that girls weekend planned ASAP!
It’s so much fun to see how you guys are spending your summer, Jen! Sometimes the best moments are the ones you forget to capture because you’re so caught up in the moment! I could definitely hang with you guys because you eat as much ice cream as we do ha ha. It’s like we’re on a mission to find the best place in every city. Thanks so much for sharing my quarterly calendar this week, I really appreciate it. Off to dive into these fabulous links. Big hugs and thank yous, CoCo
Thank you, CoCo. It has been a busy (but fun!) summer! I was wondering if anyone else would notice my obessesion with ice cream.😂 The funny thing, I didn’t even realize that so many of our recent adventures revolved around ice cream until I was proof reading my post. What can I say…ice cream is my weakness! I’m glad I’m not alone in my ice crem obsession.
You are one busy lady! So glad we got to sneak some time in together. Love you lots!
Thank YOU for making time out of yoru own busy scheudle to grab some coffee. It was SO good to see you. Can’t wait to do it again soon!
Wowza, girl, you have been so busy. I remember those days so fondly of getting the kids nationwide for tournaments. Your daughters are so beautiful and look very grown up. Enjoy every minute with them that you can.
Love all of your inspiration and recipes, and I will look forward to your new dessert this week.
Thank you so much for sharing my clock, so sweet of you.
Thank you, Wendy. The days and weeks are a blur sometimes, but we love beign able to watch our girls chase their dreams and do what makes them most happy.
You have been a busy gal! I love seeing all the photos of your family and your fun travel. I’m hoping to try your pineapple chicken salad bites this week! Thank you so much for sharing my butterscotch latte recipe! Most important…Happy Anniversary!
Thank you, Missy for the anniversary wishes. I can’t wait to try your latte. It looks delish!
Thank you so much for sharing my decorating ideas! I truly appreciate it. And I’m jealous of your excursions! They all sound so fun and full of wonderful memories. And I loved seeing the pic of you and Kelly! Y’all are so cute. Waiting for you to come to TX next. 😉
You are so very welcome, Cindy! I would love to come to Texas. Waco is on my bucket list. Let’s make plans for a big girls weekend and meet up. How fun would that be?