Five on Friday - May 6, 2016

What a fun week this has been!  Monday night I hosted a gender reveal party ~ if you missed the recap, check it out HERE.  The rest of the week was full of sports.  The Blues hockey team played on Tuesday and Thursday and I went to the Cardinals baseball game on Wednesday.  Fun week!  What fun things did you do this week?  Ready for the weekend?!?

Before we head into this Mother's Day weekend, here's my five for this week ~

1.  Font Candy App
My niece has been using the most adorable app for my great-nephew's monthly photos.  It's called Font Candy.  It has a ton of editing options like the font, font color, size, placement.  You can just tweak away until it's just right.  For all you moms out there, this is a fantastic way to capture what's happening in the life of your child pretty easily.  Here's a couple examples of some pics she created.  And this is a great opportunity for me to show off my very adorable great-nephew, Hunter!  He just makes me swoon!

2.  Kidzikoo Coozie
Thinking of my little niece and nephews, have you guys seen these super cute little insulators that works on bottles, sippy cups and water bottles?  Oh my goodness ~ I can think of SOOOOO many reasons to have these around if you have kiddos.  They stretch to fit most 8-12 ounce baby bottles and sippy cups.  They also fits 12 ounce Klean Kanteens, 12 ounce soda/juice cans and water bottles up to 16.9 ounces.  Wouldn't it be nice to quickly be able to identify your kids drink cup when they are on a playdate?  Or have something on those sippy cups to absorb the condensation and eliminate the water rings left on your furniture?!?  They come in several adorable patterns.  Get yours before the hot weather is here!  Click HERE to purchase.  Look around after you get to Amazon to see all the patterns.

3.  My Man Yadi
It's no secret that I L-O-V-E the St. Louis Cardinals.  Our catcher, Yadi Molina, did the coolest thing this week.  A pitch was thrown inside and as Yadi jumped back ~ well, see for yourself....

Is he not just the coolest catcher EVER!?!  Love him!  

4.  Wine Chiller Stick
Still looking for something to give your mom for Mother's Day?  Check out this baby!  It's less than $10 at Amazon and ships for free if you have Prime.  This would make a great item to pair with a bottle for wine for a wedding present or as a hostess gift.  The 3-in-1 chiller stick serves as a chiller, pourer and aerator.  What more could you ask for?!?  You just have to place the chiller rod in the freezer for a minimum of 2 hours and you are ready to go.  How cool is that! (Pun intended.)  Click HERE to purchase or see more about it.

5.  So true....

Now let's get ready for the weekend!  I hope everyone has a wonderful Mother's Day.  Eric and I are headed to our nephew's kindergartner graduation tomorrow.  Big day for him and I'm so grateful we get to be there to experience it.  See you later!

Linking up with:

Rebecca at XOXO Rebecca

Jennie at The Diary of a Real Housewife

Hill Collection

Amy at The Farmer's Wife

Amanda at Meet At The Barre

Erika at Little Bit of Everything

Simply Sweet Home

High Five for Friday
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The Triplet Farm
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Five on Friday - March 18, 2016

Guess what day it is?  It's FRIDAY!!  Yay!!  I'm pumped about the weekend.  This was our first week back after vacation and you know how those go.  Then last night the spring broke on our garage door and we were locked out of the house.  Yes, I know.  We should have been carrying a key with us.  But we weren't.  Lesson learned.  I'm moving on.  Thank you Mr. Locksmith for your quick service.  And for not making me feel like an idiot for locking myself out of the house.

On a much brighter note, let's take a look at my five for this Friday.

1.  Bachelors/Bachelorettes As Authors
How many of you are fans of the Bachelor franchise?  Did you catch my post on Thinking Out Loud Thursday?  Well, several of the contestants from the show have written books.  The one by Sean Lowe is currently only $0.99.  I think I might check that one out.  Courtney was just straight up cray cray when she was on the show.  Her book is only $1.99.  If you're interested in checking any of them out, click on the titles below.

I Said Yes:  My Story of Heartbreak, Redemption and True Love

by Emily Maynard Johnson

For the Right Reasons

by Sean Lowe

I Didn't Come Here to Make Friends

by Courtney Robertson

2.  Bunch O Balloons
Summer is just around the corner and the kids will be looking for something fun to do outside.  Here's the answer!  Bunch O Balloons will fill 100 balloons in 60 seconds -- making it fun for both you AND the kids!  I'm thinking about what a fun thing for the Easter bunny to drop in the kids baskets this year too.  Let the fun begin!

Click HERE to purchase

3.  Lily Pultizer Tote Bag
I'm a tote bag fanatic lover and this one really caught my eye.  There's something about going to the farmer's market and collecting my purchases in a cute tote bag that really makes me feel so hip.  Also, did you know that if you take your own bag to Target you'll get $.05 off your purchase.  So, if you get this tote bag and take it to Target 200 times, it will pay for itself.  I should have it paid for in about a week-and-a-half.  How long would it take you to pay it off?



4.  Happy 6-Month Birthday to My Nephew
My nephew turned 6 months old yesterday.  That sweet little face just makes me smile.  I thought it might make you smile too.

5.  I believe....

Have a great weekend guys!  I'm pumped about our girls night out tonight.  We'll be hitting up 3rd Friday at 3rd Degree Glass to do a little glass blowing.  Kayla and I are getting together to do a little paper project.  Stop back by on Monday to see what it is.  See ya soon!

Linking up with:

Rebecca at XOXO Rebecca

Jennie at The Diary of a Real Housewife

Hill Collection

Amy at The Farmer's Wife

Amanda at Meet At The Barre

Erika at Little Bit of Everything

Simply Sweet Home

High Five for Friday
5 on Friday 
The Evolution of Mom
Why Girls Are Weird
Ins and Outs

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Five for Friday - October 16, 2015

It's Friday!  I'm so excited because after a half day at work we are headed out for a weekend with family in Bennett Springs, Missouri.  The leaves should be beautiful and the weather is forecasted to be cold crisp.  It will be great to just spend some time together in a very relaxed environment.

Before I wrap up here and head for the hills, let me share my five for this week.

1.  Bridge of Spies
This is a movie I've been waiting for since the first time I saw the previews.  Tom Hanks rarely disappoints so we should be in for a treat with this suspenseful mystery. Allan Alda is also in it and I just love him too.  Don't think I'll have a chance to see it this weekend, but it's definitely on my list.  Are you planning to see it?

2.  Oven Liner

Now that Fall is here, I tend to use my oven more frequently.  And that usually means more things are bubbling over and causing a lot of smoke and smells.  This year I'm going to try one of these oven liners to cut down on the mess I make and hopefully eliminate the possibility of the smoke alarm going off on Thanksgiving because of the pie run over at the bottom of the oven.  

To purchase, click HERE

3.  Tripoley
This weekend we are going to be playing a lot of Tripoley and I can't wait.  Tripoley can be played by people 8 years old and up.  It's described as fast-paced three in one challenge in which players use a single card hand to play a round of Michigan rummy, hearts and poker.  We play by betting pennies.  Hope I come home with more pennies than I take!  What games do you like to play with your family?

Click HERE to purchase

4.  Halloween Lunch Box Notes
Halloween is right around the corner - time to bust out the Halloween lunch box notes for the kids (or adults) lunch boxes.  I just love these from I Should Be Mopping the Floor blog.  Pop on over and print some to share with the special people in your world.

5.  Trust  In Yourself.

Hey, do you remember that adorable little nephew of mine that I blogged about HERE?  Well, he turned 1 month old this week.  Look how ADORABLE he is!!

                    

Have a fabulous weekend everyone!  I'll be back on Monday to share some tree pictures from our weekend.  Let's hope the leaves are in full color!

Linking up with:

Rebecca at XOXO Rebecca

Jennie at The Diary of a Real Housewife

Hill Collection

Amy at The Farmer's Wife

Amanda at Meet At The Barre

Erika at Little Bit of Everything

Simply Sweet Home

High Five for Friday
5 on Friday 
The Jenny Evolution
The New Mrs. Adventure
The Evolution of Mom
Why Girls Are Weird
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A Little Fall Thinking Out Loud

Welcome to another week of Thinking Out Loud Thursday!

Is anyone else struggling to get through this week?  Just one week ago I was SOOOO excited to be meeting my new nephew after work.  This week seems so anti-climatic in comparison.  Oh, are you wondering what he looks like at one week old.  Thought you'd never ask!

Now that Fall has officially arrived, I've been thinking about the things I want to make sure I get accomplished before the season is over.  Fall brings a whole new feel at our house.  I'm a seasonal cook, meaning I tend to only make chili, stews and comfort food in the fall and winter.  Hello roast and mashed potatoes!  I'm looking forward to doing some fall cooking.  If you missed one of my favorite roast recipe from last October, you can check it out HERE.

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Here are some other things on my Fall To Do list.

~ Weekend get away to enjoy the turning leaves
This one is booked.  Now I just have to hope and pray that the leaves cooperate!

~ Clean out my closet and get it ready for the new season of clothes
My friend Mary is visiting in October to help me take a hard look at my wardrobe and make some decisions on what should stay and what really needs to go.

~ Plan ahead for purchasing Christmas presents
Can you believe we are only 91 days away from Christmas!  Really hoping that I can get the shopping done early so I can set back and truly enjoy the holiday season.

~ Purchase a planner for 2016 before all the good ones are sold out
Any ideas on a good one that is reasonably priced?

~ Lay on the couch one entire Sunday afternoon and watch football
Oh, just the thought of this one makes me smile.  Finding a Sunday that nothing else but watching TV can happen is a bit tough though.

~ Celebrate the Cardinals winning the World Series
This one is a little out of my hands, but keeping my fingers crossed!

What are some of the things on your Fall To Do list?  I'd love to hear from you.  Link up to Thinking Out Loud Thursday with me and Vanessa at X-tremely Vanessa . The rules are simple.  Link back to me and Vanessa in your post and add your favorite post(s) below.  Super easy!  Tell all your friends to link up too.  The more the merrier.  We'd love for you to follow us too!  #ThinkingOutLoudThursdays

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Five on Friday - September 18, 2015

Happy Friday!  Let's hear it for the weekend!!  This has been a fantastic week.  We welcomed my newest nephew yesterday and I was able to wrap my arms around him when he was just a few hours old.  Just take a peek at how handsome this little guy is.

Congrats to my brother, Ernie, and Carina!

I could easily make this sweet little baby all five of my Five on Friday items, but I'll save more of the pictures for later.  Let's see what other things I have on my list.

1.  Crosseyed Heart
It's here!  The third studio album by 71-year-old Keith Richards is released today.  We've been waiting a while since his last album -- a while being like 23 years.  If you're a Stones fan, you won't want to miss this.



2.  Not Your Father's Root Beer
Beer isn't typically one of my favorite things, but if Not Your Father's Root Beer is being served that's what I'm ordering.  This beer is flavored to taste just like root beer.  Now that's a "beer" I love!  It's been selling out fast in our area.  Have you seen it on your shelves?  Tried it?  I'm stocking up the next time I find it in the store.



3.  National Cheeseburger Day
Let's hear it for National Cheeseburger Day!!  This is a day I'll gladly celebrate!  We have several great places near us that serve up a tasty burger.  I believe I'll try to talk Eric into hitting up Five Guys tonight to celebrate National Cheeseburger Day in style.  Where's your favorite burger joint?



4.  Zulily
I feel like I'm late to the game on this one.  Has everyone bought stuff from Zulily already but me?  I had seen the ads and even clicked on the site a couple times, but had never pulled the trigger and purchased anything.  Well, that changed recently!  I bought two adorable tunics for fall and a pair of Toms boots.  The prices are extremely competitive and the tunics I purchased were great quality.  I hadn't seen anything like them in the stores and I'm excited to add them to my wardrobe.  If you haven't checked out Zulily before, hop on over and see their products.  Great prices on all kinds of things!


5.  My life...

We have a pretty big weekend ahead of us.  We'll be travelling back to my home town to celebrate my Dad's birthday.  Hopefully I'll get to sneak in another trip to cuddle my new nephew too.  Hope you have some fun stuff on your agenda.  And just because I can't help myself, I'll leave you with another picture of my sweet new nephew.  Is he not the cutest?!?

Linking up with:

Rebecca at XOXO Rebecca

Jennie at The Diary of a Real Housewife

Amy at The Farmer's Wife

Amanda at Meet At The Barre

Erika at Little Bit of Everything

Hill Collection

Simply Sweet Home
High Five for Friday
5 on Friday 
The Jenny Evolution
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Thinking Out Loud Thursday

Oh my goodness -- do you know how long I've been waiting for this day to get here?!?  Do you know why?!?  Well, today my fifth nephew will be born (don't you just love planned c-sections)!  Eric and I are so excited to meet him.  Little Liam Jackson Talbot should be making his debut around midday.  September 17 -- what a great day to have a birthday!  I'll flood you with pictures as soon as I can get my camera pointed at him.

Speaking of birthdays, if you saw my post from yesterday you know I'm helping my friend Krysten from Why Girls Are Weird celebrate her 32nd birthday with a fabulous giveaway.  Get entered -- who would love to win some cash?

a Rafflecopter giveaway 

And speaking of giveaways, I'm actually helping host ANOTHER great giveaway that's happening right now over at The Farmer's Wife.  Win this one and you'll get some more cash plus these other wonderful things.

Giveaway day = my favorite day.

I love offering up so many goodies to you all…

and today is no exception.

josie | katie | amy

centime | penny | tanya | layered + long

Here is what this fabulous giveaway has to offer...

$80 paypal cash

First of all, how does EIGHTY dollar bills sound?

Not shabby. Especially when it is sent directly to your paypal account.

Those super pretty gals above are to thank. 

Click on their name ^ to go and see their wonderful blogs also. 

Show them some serious love.

Layered + Long

How about a gorgeous necklace from Layered and Long? Yes please.

mini gemstone bar necklace

SO many great colors to choose from… which you will get the opportunity to do if you win!

This shop has the most beautiful, simple, and versatile jewelry.

I am seriously in love with every. single. piece. 

Their instagram alone makes me swoon at every post.

AD Space

Katie from A Worker At Home is offering up a 250x150 ad space on her beautiful blog.

Extra exposure with some shout outs from this beaut and your mug on her sidebar… only positive outcomes friends.

Centime

And last but certainly no least we have a $50 voucher to Centime.

This shop has the coolest sentimental jewelry that I have ever seen.

Take a look at just a few of my favorite items:

coordinate necklace | personal signature bracelet

mother's ring | bar signature necklace

 The options are totally endless for these pieces.

And they carry so much special meaning.

You can get 20% off any piece of jewelry using the code FARMERS20 {valid until 10/31}.

You can use the code multiple times and it will apply to all items in your cart.

I mean… best Christmas gifts EVER?

Yes.

Hop on that.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

This looks like a day when everyone could win!  You could win all these lovely prizes and I win a new nephew.  Doesn't get much better than that!

Oh, but wait -- it does get better!  It's Thinking Out Loud Thursday.  Please link up below and let us know what's on your mind.  Link up to Thinking Out Loud Thursday with me and Vanessa at X-tremely Vanessa . The rules are simple.  Link back to me and Vanessa in your post and add your favorite post(s) below.  Super easy!  Tell all your friends to link up too.  The more the merrier.  We'd love for you to follow us too!  #ThinkingOutLoudThursdays

Enjoy more Thoughts for Thursday at

Home of Malones

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The Deliberate Mom
This is How We Roll
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