friday favorites

My little sister turns 29 on Monday. It’s funny, because I remember when I turned 29. That was the year that I accepted a new job, bought a new car, closed on the home that we still live in and it was the year Chris and I got married. Tracy already has all those things, but it is quite a year to get nostalgic about. As you say goodbye to your 20’s with one last hurrah! Anyways, I am sure that I will get to see her at some point this weekend because I have the goods. And by the goods, I mean Zoe. Tracy probably wins for most Zoe visits out of anyone. I have a feeling that those two will have a special bond. At least I hope so! We didn’t have any aunts or uncles growing up, as both my parents are only children. I am glad that Zoe has a few aunts and uncles!

This week was a fun one. My MIL was out of town, so I worked from home the entire week instead of going in to the office one day. It worked out great and I still got done just as much as I would have otherwise. Dropping those 3-4 hours I spend in the car the day I go in really makes for more productivity if we are being honest!

Favorite Moments: Tuesday, Zoe and I met Laura for lunch at Ashley Mac’s! It had been far too long since I have seen her beautiful face, and a girls lunch is always good for the soul. She brought Zoe the cutest little pink elephant romper and took a picture of Zoe and I while we were there. I hardly have any pictures with me and her so I really appreciated the thought!

I try to make it a point to walk with Zoe to the mailbox every day and sit out on our front porch for a few minutes so we get some Vitamin D and fresh air! Zoe is straight up Chris all over, except her eyes. She has my eyes. Unfortunately for her, that means they are super sensitive to light so she totally rocks shades all the time with no fuss.

Zoe was so silly yesterday morning, here are the many faces of Zoe. All taken within a minute of each other. The bottom right one is my favorite.

Favorite Workout: When I can get in a regular cardio workout while Zoe naps, I have been doing this one a lot. I really like it! If I have more time after, I tack on a ten minute arms workout and a few stretches and am good to go!

Favorite Lust: My face has been breaking out again this last week or so. I have heard a lot of great things about the Murad Time Release Acne Anti-Aging cleanser. Have any of you used it? I am thinking about trying it because acne? Anti-aging? Yep, need both.

Also, after seeing Andrea wearing some pink Adidas Gazelles, I decided I need a pair ASAP. Like how cute are these???

Favorite Funnies:

Chris and I when Zoe falls asleep in our arms and we are trying to put her down without waking her…

When you are waiting for your friend and they finally walk in….

When your husband asks where the rest of the leftovers are…

I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!!! Linking up with Amanda.

Just two more weekends left this February! Such a short month, right? This week was a whirlwind of getting work things done during Zoe naps and trying to stay afloat. My new same old same old I suppose.

Favorite Moments: Chris surprised me with all my favorites on Valentine’s Day.

Speaking of Valentine’s, did you see my cute Valentine this year?? Those are leg warmers she is wearing!!!

Aunt Tracy came by yesterday and spoiled Zoe with Valentine’s Day presents. Cant wait to see her in these shorts this summer! 6-9 month clothing looks so much bigger than her 0-3 that she is still sporting.

The little beanies are extra special because they are named Tracy and Zoe!!! (Well, with the wrong spellings but who cares.) How freaking sweet are these???

The “Tracey” one even says “I’ll always come by you when you call.” Just like Aunt Tracy will do for Zoe. Ugh I die of the sweetness. Zoe was super excited to see her yesterday.

While Tracy was here, I noticed that Z seaks me out in a room when other people are holding her. I love it!!! And the way she looks at me when I have her. I have two pictures of her from the side looking and I seriously cant handle the sweetness of her gazing at me. Oh the love!!!

Favorite Recipe: I have made buffalo chicken in the crock pot plenty of times, but this recipe is slightly different and looks amazing.

Favorite Beauty Find: I picked up a travel size of this on a whim awhile back at Target and am IN LOVE with it!!! First of all, it smells amazing. I was so not expecting that. Secondly? My face feels amazing after using it for two weeks. This will 100% be a repurchase staple for me. It has the tiniest amount of exfoliate in it without being harsh.

Favorite Lust: I want a few easy pieces that could be for lounging but you would look put together if you needed to run a few errands. I love this whole look and the top is on sale!

Favorite Funnies:

I hope you all have a wonderful weekend! Linking up with Amanda.

Today is my last day of leave. I cannot believe how fast this time has gone. I can’t tell you how many times I have cried over the last several weeks knowing that this day would come and I would have to go back to work and be away from Zoe. Up until this point, I haven’t been away from her for a single moment so Monday morning is going to be really really hard!!! Luckily, my boss is awesome and very understanding and he is going to let me work from home a few days a week until we get off the daycare waiting list. But Monday morning and a few days a week I will have to leave Zoe and go into the office. So I am going to soak up every moment of today and this weekend before the tears come Monday morning.

Favorite Moment: Getting to see how much Zoe grows and develops each day is the coolest!!! Last night we were hanging out in her chair and she starting touching the toys that I was holding in front of her. And then she actually turned a page in her book!!! Such a proud mommy moment over here!!!

Clearly all that learning was exhausting though, this was her about five minutes later…

Another favorite moment? How excited Mac was when Zoe and I picked him up from the groomers yesterday. He doesn’t look like a crazy homeless man anymore…

Favorite Recipe: Breakfast is the hardest meal for me. I want to eat healthy, so all the good breakfast foods are out. I am not eating any grains right now so that takes out even more options. I hate eggs. Hate them. So it doesn’t leave a lot of options left. This week I have been roasting butternut squash for breakfast. It might sound weird for breakfast, but it is delicious! I just cut them up into cubes pieces, toss in olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. I cook them at 400 for 30 minutes. Delicious!!!!

Favorite Lust: I saw this chair at Target when I was shopping with my mom this week. It is on sale for $30 off and it would be so cute in my office!!! I really liked where the back is positioned to. I am an odd bird and I like to sit straight up, I hate chairs that force you to lean back. How cute is this?

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Linking up with Amanda. I hope you all have a great weekend!