Our weekend & a blog challenge

I was invited to play along for

with Lisa and Kristen and of course I couldn't say no!
I love a good blog/photo/fitness challenge :)

Check out Day 1 here and Day 2 here!

Today's topic is...

What changes were made in 2013 to better yourself,
or what changes in 2014 will you make to better yourself?

It's getting heavy today my friends! lol!

I talked about my goals for 2014 here,
but let's dig a little deeper shall we :)
(If you are reading this Mic, I do occasionally think deep)

Side note: What may be normal life for some, may be risks for others.

Now that we got that out of the way...
In 2013 I took a few chances in life.
I never take chances!
I created this blog, I tried out a new workout class,
I made a few new good friends, etc.

So besides the normal I want to eat healthier, workout more stuff,
I want to keep taking chances in 2014!

This little blog has become a big part of me.
Funny thing is, most of my friends have no idea that I have it!
Maybe it is because I can handle the disagreements, or dislike of others I have never met, but someone close to me scares me to death of them not liking me.
So this year I am going to take the chance on my friends I have known forever and let them into my little blog world.
One at a time, but still you get the idea :)

I also want to schedule a blate or two :)
To all you non-bloggers out there a blate is a blogger date of sorts. Meet the people behind the blogs that you read every day and have come to know as more than just a blogger.
They are truly friends!
I never in a million years thought I would have formed the friendships I have through writing this blog!

I know this probably sounds super cliche',
but I just want to strive to be the best me I can be.
That means being a great wife to Mic despite the neigh sayers out there,
being the best mommy I can be to X,
keeping our social calendar fun, but with some room for relaxing,
and to nurture the friendships that are worth something.

Friendships alone could be a post in itself!
One of my biggest goals for 2014 is continue to grow and care for the friends who are truly there for me.
The ones that want to be my friend, and who put the effort into it as much as I do.
It is hard to let people go in life, but sometimes you just have to do what is best for you.
Now I am by no means perfect,
but I do know the meaning of true friendship.
And it is huge to me.

Wow!
Let's turn the page now to the lighter side of life!

This weekend was really nice!
We didn't have anything planned at all!!!

Friday night we watched the movie Planes with X and he loved it :)
Saturday was grocery shopping and just hanging out at home for the day.
Followed by another uneventful day on Sunday....
We watched some football, played, and caught up on some laundry.
It was just what we needed :)

How was your weekend?

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It's a big day!

So many things going on in blog land today and on top of that it is the first Friday of 2014! YEH!!!

Today I am linking up for the following...

High Five for Friday with Lauren

With those link ups, it is sure to be a good day!

So let's get to it!

I am high fiving Friday for the following five things...

It is the beginning of a new year!

I love the hope and positivity that everyone has right now.

My Gap & Nordstrom gift cards came in handy! I was able to take advantage of the after Christmas sales :)

I decided to join Diet Bet to keep myself motivated about eating healthy and working out.
It starts January 5th, so if you want to join the fun click here!

I received a sweet gift in the mail from a blogger friend :)

We got to visit with some friends from out of state this past week :)


Now it is time to Get Pin-spired!

Original source unknown

Men's flannel shirt, Target (exact here)

Vigoss jeans, Nordstrom (exact here)

Call it Spring cognac boots, JCP (last year, sold out)

Original source here

Black Sweater, Kohl's (super old)
Red skinny cords, Old Navy (exact here)
Black tall boots, Burlington Coat Factory (sold out)

This next couple show how much I listen to Sheaffer and Shay!

Original source here and here


Original source here

Open weave infinity scarf (exact here)

Thanks Sheaffer!

Buffalo check scarf, Gap (similar here)

Striped tee, Gap (similar here)

Vigoss jeans (clean version), Nordstrom (exact here)

Call it spring cognac boots, JCP (last year, sold out)

I also have the "Must Have" leggings, a beige blazer,

and a few more items from Nordstrom & Gap arriving soon all from your suggestions :)

Thanks Sheaffer & Shay for making me look good! :)

Don't forget to head over to Helene In Between to vote for your favorite bloggers of 2013!

So how was your week?

What goals do you have for 2014?

Were you pinspired to try a new recipe, wear a new outfit, or try a new hairstyle?

I would love to hear from you!

Remember I will be posting to instagram with #xvsdailylife2014

I will also be taking part in a daily photo challenge under

#eandajanchallenge during the month of January :)

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