I have done the workout released every day this week and it is good!
It is only 20 minutes, but you feel the burn!
And my last favorite of the week is that it is Super Bowl weekend!!!
No, my team is not playing in the big game but I still love to watch!
This year it is the New England Patriots against the Seattle Seahawks.
I am still not a fan of the Seahawks colors, their coach, etc.
So with that, I say GO PATS!
Do you go back to your hometown often?
What is your favorite drink currently at Starbucks?
And the most serious question of them all, who do you think will win the Super Bowl?
Do you watch the big game? Katy Perry is the half time entertainment :)
Linking up with the following ladies today on this freezing cold Friday
It is the place that molded me into the person I am today.
I love home!
Sunday was my dad's birthday and I wasn't sure if we were going to make it up there to visit or not.
Thankfully the snow held off until we made it back to the field on Sunday afternoon.
Anyways, I have always wanted to take Mic and X back to my old high school to truly get a sense of where I grew up.
After realizing this is the last year the high school will be in the same building I went to, I knew I needed to act fast.
This past weekend worked out perfect!
Good ole' BHS had a home game on Saturday night!
Saturday games are rare for boys basketball in my hometown (we maybe had one a season), so I was not going to let this opportunity pass by!
The three of us hopped in the car Saturday afternoon and headed north.
We enjoyed a nice dinner at Sorrento's with the family (including my little bro) before heading to the game.
X wanted to "read" the menu.
The team is not good this year :(
I mean, like they have only won 2 games!
So we weren't anticipating much of game, but just the idea of getting to be back in my old high school gave me butterflies.
I know a lot of people that couldn't wait to get out of high school or our small town, but I truly loved it!
Still do!
Yes, things have changed over the years since I have lived there but it is still where I grew up and made tons of memories.
It will always be important to me and have a special place in my heart.
Now I can say a few things have changed at the school - new paint, no pay phone in the lobby, updated restrooms - but for the most part it was exactly the same.
It felt good to be home :)
My dad also graduated from BHS and played basketball in this very gym :)
I love that he was there with us :)
Both the JV and Varsity boys played well enough to come away with wins on the night!
The only disappointing thing about the evening was the cheerleading squad :(
I was so looking forward to seeing them perform and show Mic what BHS cheerleading is all about.
But unfortunately, there was nothing to show :(
There is so little interest that the same squad cheered for both games!!!!
WHAT?
I can't believe it!
When I was there girls would be crying because not everyone could make it!
I mean like double digits of girls upset over not getting to be a Cardinal Cheerleader!
And the talent...oh goodness.
While that definitely bummed me out, I didn't let it ruin the evening.
We had a great time overall.
The COA National Championship trophy from my freshman year.
Feels like yesterday!
After the game X even got to run around on the court before we left.
Oh, it so melted my heart! :)
While I hate to see my school be passed onto the elementary kids, I am looking forward to visiting the new school in the future and seeing what it will offer the SL kids of today.
Despite what some of my fellow classmates may say, BHS is best! :)
The spot where it all began for my dad and step mom :)
They met while sitting there watching my older step brother play basketball.
This June will be 21 years that they have been married.
Before heading home for the weekend we had to celebrate Pa's birthday with cupcakes and singing :)
And don't forget to enter to win another fun DVD for your kiddos!
After learning that the Amulet of Avalor is magical, Amber snatches it while Sofia is sleeping. Unfortunately, she unwittingly unleashes a curse that summons evil Princess Ivy, who threatens to destroy the amulet, seize the crown and turn the entire kingdom black-and-white! Amber and Sofia soar through the skies on a flying dragon – aided by special guest Rapunzel – as they embark on a daring quest to defeat Ivy, break the curse and save Enchancia.
I have to say the Ilsa and Kiki shades are my faves! I think the movie Frozen has completely rubbed off on me!
All of these shades actually would work well for all you and your little Frozen lovers!
The only tip I would add would be to always keep on a good hand cream with you.
I work in an office that has people coming and going throughout the day, and then I head home to a 3 year old that I swear hoards germs like his life depends on it!
Because of all that contact with germs, I am washing my hands a lot!
(My skin and hands are way too sensitive to use sanitizer gel.)
Thankfully, I always keep hand cream in my purse, desk drawer, bathroom counter, etc. so my hands will be soft and moisturized all the time.
And if my hands really need some extra softness, I slather on a thick layer of lotion and throw on some gloves right as I am heading to bed.
I wake up with super soft hands every time!
What are some of your tips to keep your hands and nails in shape during the cold Winter months?
What is your favorite Julep shade?
Do you use a special hand cream during the Winter months?
**I was contacted by Julep to write about their nail tips and new colors, however I was not compensated in any way for writing this post. All opinions are my own.**
I am not a fan of flavored ice cream usually, but this stuff was really good!
Saturday, he worked all day so it was just a bowl of yummy ice cream at the end of the night.
Sunday, we hit up Texas Roadhouse for dinner with friends - no kids :)
Monday, the best boss ever (that would be Mic) said we were working from home.
I ran a few errands once he was done with work so he could enjoy a movie all by himself :)
The only child I married craves his alone time. I just don't understand it.
While running errands I discovered we got a Penn Station in the field!!!
I can't wait to go! There was one in the town that Mic and I worked in when we first started dating.
I love their fresh cut fries and steak sandwiches!
Thankfully it is across town enough that I won't be going all the time. My body will be thanking me for that!
That evening we headed over my in-laws for dinner and cake to celebrate family style.
By Tuesday I think Mic was tired of going out to dinner, but I wanted to be able to have a meal with just him and I.
We decided to try a new place called The Vault.
It is a wine bar of sorts that opened in an old bank.
I didn't want to look like a crazy person, so I held back from taking photos.
You can check it out on Facebook though.
I tried four wines for only $3, had a sample for $1, enjoyed some yummy food, and even came home with a bottle of wine :)
All in all it was a great night with my guy!
This weekend is the birthday for the other big guy in my life...my dad!
Hoping to get a quick trip up north in to give him a big hug and say Happy Birthday!
And probably have a drink with him to celebrate ;) #keepinitreal
Another highlight from the week...freshly cut and colored/highlighted locks :)
So there you have it! Five or so good things for the week :)
What are your highlights from this past week?
Are you a one day only birthday person or do you claim the whole week?
