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Week in Rewind Volume 104
Happy Monday, friends!
Looooooong time no chat!
Between volleyball tournaments and the plague that descended on our house, it’s been hard finding time to share much here lately.
But now that it’s March, I think it’s time for a long overdue catch-up.
So grab your favorite cozy drink, get comfy, and let’s take a look back at the last couple of weeks together!
Table of Contents
Tidbits from Home
Last month we celebrated another big birthday…Peyton turned 17!
As cliché as it sounds, I can hardly believe we’re here.
I still remember bringing her home from the hospital and riding in the back seat next to her car seat, and now I’m sitting next to her as a passenger in her car!
She wanted to keep things pretty low-key, so we celebrated with dinner at Raising Cane’s (her pick) and finished the night with a cookie cake from one of our favorite local bakeries.
The one thing she really wanted this year was to get her ears and cartilage pierced, so a few days later, we had a fun mother-daughter day.
We started with her piercings, then treated ourselves to a nail day and some shopping at one of her favorite boutiques.
The Longest Month
Most of February was spent on the road at volleyball tournaments and fighting off the terrible germs that decided to take up residence in our house.
It’s been a month!
Over President’s Day weekend, we were in Kansas City for one of the biggest volleyball tournaments in the country.
Peyton’s team had a great start on day one but ran into some tough competition toward the end and finished with a 2-4 record.
Right before we left for Kansas City, poor Peyton came down with the flu—she was the first one in our house to get hit with all the crud going around.
Thankfully, we got her on Tamiflu, which helped her bounce back a little quicker.
Not long after Peyton started feeling better, Kirk got it too…and just when I thought we were finally in the clear, I got super sick.
I figured it was the flu, but after four days of fever and a nasty cough, I lost my sense of taste and had a bunch of other weird symptoms… so now I’m thinking it was the dreaded “C.”
I’ve been down for about 10 days now but am finally starting to feel halfway human again.
Fingers crossed I’m back to 100% by Thursday because we’re flying to Louisville for our next volleyball tournament!
What I’m Shopping for This Week
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I am loving this recent purchase, and it’s perfect if you’re planning to do a little spring cleaning.
These are currently in my shopping cart and perfect for spring!
If you love charming spring finds, you’ll want to snag this one ASAP!
Some friends influenced me to buy this and I can’t wait to give it a try!
I have and love this and use it daily!
With all the cold and snow, I’ve been using this to hit my daily step count.
If you’re dreaming of spring blooms, these might just be the next beset thing.
This has been a total game-changer for all our volleyball travel—so much room and keeps everything organized!
Recently on the Blog
After all the cold and snow we’ve had the last few weeks, I’m more than ready for spring!
If you’re looking for a quick and easy spring project, this DIY bunny dupe is one of my favorites!
It’s the perfect way to get that high-end Pottery Barn look without the hefty price tag.
If you’re looking for ideas to style your DIY bunnies, this Easter vignette is a simple and beautiful way to do it.
I’m sharing 5 easy steps you can follow at home to create a charming spring display that feels effortless but looks put together.
And, if you’re looking for a hearty meal for those chilly early spring days this easy crockpot Irish beef stew is the perfect comfort food to warm you up.
Packed with tender beef and flavorful vegetables, it’s a simple and satisfying dish that’ll hit the spot!
Coming Soon to MWLS
March is here and I have major spring fever.
I’m more than ready for all things fresh and cheerful so I’ll be diving into spring with beautiful tablescapes delicious recipes and lots of Easter ideas and inspiration.
I can’t wait to share it all with you.
More Tips, Ideas, and Inspiration
Bring the outdoors in with this adorable DIY bird’s nest centerpiece from my friend Jennifer at Cottage on Bunker Hill.
If you’re looking for a little spring cleaning inspiration check out this mini closet makeover from my friend Aliya at Open Doors Open Hearts.
I can’t wait to try this recipe for delicious and chewy oatmeal cookies from my friend Kim at Cottage in the Mitten.
My friend Ann at Dabling and Decorating is sharing some gorgeous spring tablescape inspiration that you don’t want to miss.
If you’re planning a special celebration this spring, check you my friend Crissy’s tips for creating a beatiful mimosa bar.
The Week in Rewind Volume 104
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Hi Jen! I’m sorry to hear that you guys were sick as well. I’ve been sick this week also. It’s no fun! Thanks for the shout out to my mimosa bar. You’re always so sweet. Hugs, Crissy
Oh, no. I’m so sorry to hear that you’ve been sick too. There’s so much going around right now. I hope you feel better soon!