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Friday, August 3, 2018

Friday Favorites and Happenings

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Happy August friends. This is my favorite month because it's my birthday month, my anniversary month and vacation month!

Onto Friday favorites and happenings.

ONE. This shirt. I want this for my birthday. My birthday was yesterday, but feel free to send this to me. Ha. Isn't it cute? It would be perfect for Sunday brunch with friends.
Cruisin for a boozin t-shirt

TWO. This week, Biana posted a picture of herself and her sister and I adore her sister's dress. She kindly linked the dress and now I am sooo wanting it. But it says it can gap at the chest if you have a larger chest. I might just order it in medium and cross my fingers. Since it is on Amazon and $21.99, I can always return it. What do you think of it?

THREE. So my surgery on my deviated septum (plus septal spur and collapsed nasal value) has been set. I am having surgery next Thursday the 9th. I plan on documenting it as I searched for a lot of stories, experiences and outcomes and didn't find many out there. I did find some, but not for the exact procedure I am getting done. So I am going to write a post on it. Hopefully it can help others.

FOUR. We are signing the girls up for dance class next Wednesday. It is for the Fall season and we are super excited about it. I can't wait to get them their dance outfits, shoes and watch their performances. I know some of you have kids in dance class. What should I expect? Do you stay and watch each class?

FIVE. Remember the BP raw edge shirt I bought during the Nordstrom sale? Well I love it so much that I ordered it in black and white as well (since those were the only colors left). I originally got the red and white stripped one. It is comfy, perfect for transitioning into fall and you can dress it up with a blazer or down with some converse.

It is only $11.90 and totally worth it.
BP Raw Edge Tee

SIX. Does anyone own the Socialite Thermal Button-Up? I saw it on a few people and think it looks cute, but the reviews say it is short in the front. I have a long torso, so I wanted to see if any of you own it and can attest to it.
Socialite Thermal Top

I am linking up with AprilA Little Bit of EverythingMeet @ the Barre and Cup of Tea.

Have a great weekend!

36 comments :

  1. The girls are going to LOVE dance. Putting the 9th on my calendar so I can pray for you!! That Booze tee...so CUTE!! I hope you get it girl! Happy weekend!

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    1. I think they will too. They dance to EVERYTHING!!! Thank you sweet friend. That means the world to me. Haha. The shirt is too cute, right?!

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  2. I loved that dress on Biana's sister too! It'll look fabulous on you. I hope the girls love dance class! Dancing was one of my favorite parts of my childhood. When I was younger (4-5) my mom would stay and watch but by the time I turned 7 she would come back and pick me up when it was over. Happy belated Birthday!!
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    Amanda @ Cupcake N Dreams

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    1. Thank you so much. It is a killer price too. I loved dance too and I hope my girls enjoy it just as much!!!

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  3. I hope you had a wonderful birthday! You definitely need that tee! ;) Happy weekend, momma.

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    1. It is too cute right? I love silly tees like that. Hope you had a great weekend too!

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  4. Ha! I love that shirt!! My mom used to always tell my brother he was cruising for a bruising so I totally need to show this to him!

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    1. My mom said the same thing to me. That is why it is even funnier now!

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  5. Happy belated birthday! That shirt is too cute! Added the dress to my wishlist too! It would be perfect for work!

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  6. Prayers for next week. I will be thinking of you. Get the dress, so easy to return. That black shirt is adorable. Ok, dance... as a teacher, with little ones, please stay. If they need to potty or have a total meltdown its nice to have you outside. And you get to know the other moms which helps come recital time. Get the girls shoes that fit and are good shoes. I know Target and such have them, but they are not as good and wont work as well. Check out discount dance online, good place. leotards that fit. I hate having to constantly pull up a kids straps during class. And its ok if they cry or lay on the floor or sit down. Do not go in. we will come get you if we need you. It takes a couple tries to get adjusted to the new atmosphere and people. hang in there.

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    1. Thank you Lynn. I definitely need the dress. Such a great price too. Thank you for all the advice on dance. I needed that. The studio that they are going to has a store in there that has the best prices in town (that is what all the reviews everywhere say). I will make sure to bring them in so we can get everything to fit. I am just so excited for them to start dance!!!

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  7. Already lifting prayers for that surgery!!! Glad you're going to document it for others!
    I say try the dress. I've gotten some things at Amazon that I have TOTALLY loved & others that are just awful - but you dont know unless you try. Check & see if its a free return - some things aren't - so make sure you can send it back if it does gap too much

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  8. That is such a cute tee for brunch! I'll be thinking of you next week with your surgery. The girls are going to be adorable with dance! I have no experience there but I look forward to hearing about yours. I hope you have a great weekend! Sierra Beautifully Candid

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    1. Thank you Sierra!!! Oh I love the idea of dance for them and thank you to Lynn, she is a queen when it comes to dance class (she teaches and her daughter is in dance). I am sooo excited to see them dance and in their cute little uniforms. Ha.

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  9. I can't wear any button down anything because of large chest issues! Our dance school won't let the parents watch classes, it's distracting, but you can stay outside. I know some schools have a watch area though!

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    1. That is my problem. At least you know the struggle with buying things. I hope they have an area where we can watch but they can't see us!!!

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  10. I LOVE that shirt - it totally reminds me a Grease when they say youre cruisin for a bruisin, haha! I loved that dress Biana shared, too. I was worried about the chest area, too, although for the opposite reason. :) My dad had that surgery and as far as I can remember it was successful and not a big thing - my mom might have had it too. Hopefully yours is the same!

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    1. Yes. My mom used to say that to me and my sister when we were growing up!! That is why I love that shirt even more. Haha. Well I ordered the dress so we shall see if it works. I will let you know. Oh that is good to know. And thank you!!!

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  11. Happy belated birthday. I hope it was the best one yet! That shirt is adorable. I will be praying your surgery goes well and that the healing is a fast and easy process. Kind of you to write about it in hopes of helping others. Happy weekend!

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    1. It was a great birthday. Thank you so much!!! I love blogs for the exact reason of helping others. I looked for answers and I want to share mine too :)

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  12. I know I've mentioned it before, but I just love that BP shirt! I'm a classic black-and-white gal, myself, so that's right up my alley. I'm sorry to hear you have surgery, but I think it's awesome you'll document it. I tried to do the same with my MPFL reconstruction because I couldn't find a ton of information out there - you'll be doing others a great service! Have the best weekend!

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    1. Me too. They are sooo comfy and hold up really well! It is the best way to find information...looking at other people's blogs.

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  13. That blue dress is gorgeous! I say for $21 it would be worth the risk. Best of luck next week! Prayers for a speedy recovery!

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    1. I completely agree and I just bought it today!!! Thank you so much Stephanie!

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  14. I will be following along with your surgery! I am sending you all the good vibes and happy thoughts that surgery and recovery are an absolute breeze and as painless as possible.

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  15. August is an eventful month for you. I hope you had a fabulous birthday. Praying for a smooth surgery on the 9th! I'm going to check out that tee for my daughter. Thanks! Tanya - The Other Side of the Road

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  16. Happy Belated Birthday!! That dress is adorable! And I need that button up. It looks so comfy! Hope your weekend is wonderful!

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    1. Does it look sooo comfy? I sooo want it. I had a great weekend!!! And thank you so much!

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  17. That dress is so cute!!! I say definitely get it.

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  18. I love that cruising for a boozing shirt BAHAHA

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  19. That's GREAT news that you got your surgery date so soon and a great idea that you will document your journey to help others! I love the Amazon dress and you should definitely get it - it would be wearable anywhere - very classic and pretty. I actually took Caspar to dance for a while and definitely would with any future daughters as I danced a lot as a child - I know most children love you to stay and watch (and by that I mean they spot you if you read or something else instead haha) - but I've found that if you do stay, the other Mums expect you to chat to them, NOT read and take it personally if you do your own thing (this may just be the UK though). So if you stay be prepared for that as it is then expected each week. You would need to decide early on which way to go and if you 'clicked with' or wanted to 'click with the clique'! If you are definitely still over here in Sept and anywhere near the north email me - theeuropafox@gmail.com, would be cool to meet up! J xx Best of luck pre-surgery - I'll be thinking of you - you will ROCK it and feel so much better afterwards!

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  20. Ahh now I see the surgery!! Good luck with it!!! OMG the girls in dance are going to be the cutest! We have to stay at the class but aren't allowed in.

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  21. I am behind on my blog reading and see your surgery is today, thinking of you! I hope all goes well. I cant wait to hear about your dance experience with the girls! I want to sign Zoe up eventually too. I need to order that tee, it looks like it isn't a super fitted cut...I prefer things a little loose.

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  22. I really like that first tee. Hope your surgery went well.

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