What’s Up Wednesday {May}
I’m linking up with Mel & Shay for What’s up Wednesday and dying over the Bachelorette recap at Pinterest Told Me To! Here is a little of what we are up to!
What We’re Eating This Week…..
I stopped by to drop something at a friends house on Monday and she was making the most amazing Rueben sandwiches and I instantly had a craving. I picked up corned beef, swiss cheese and sauerkraut and for lunch today I warmed it up in a skillet and devoured it. No bread or Russian dressing but it was still yummy.
Roasted veggies are our favorite so I tossed red potatoes and broccoli with some rosemary and olive oil and popped in the oven. I cooked hamburger patties with onions and mushrooms on the stove and we had a quick but delicious dinner!
What I’m Reminiscing About…..
Summer nights when I was growing up! We would ride our bikes until it was almost dark and then all gather in someone’s yard and catch fireflies until our parents finally made us come in. My brother and I would sleep in the same room during the summer and stay up half the night watching movies on TV. Love summer nights!
What I’m Loving…..
We have had so much rain in Texas and while I’m totally over it raining every day I am loving how green the grass is and how vibrant the flowers are. I am also loving my new camera lens! I was ready to add a new lens to my arsenal. The Tamron 28-75mm was recommended and I am having so much fun with it. Taking pictures is one of my favorite things to do and I haven’t had the chance for awhile.
What We’ve Been Up To…..
We enjoyed a reprieve from baseball on Sunday and were able to take a short drive out to the country to fish a little. It was a nice little break from reality and some quality family time. You can read A Reel Fun Day to see all our fun pictures!
What I’m Dreading…..
Hmm….I’m not really dreading anything in particular right now. Maybe just the unknown? There could be some changes on the horizon for our family in several areas. I don’t typically hesitate to make decisions but sometimes big ones can be scary and it would just be easier to stay put. I’m trying to be open minded and open my heart to the direction God wants me to go.
What I’m Working On…..
I’ve been wanting to repaint this old chest from my grandmother’s house to use in our {bedroom} for a little extra storage and to hold our TV. I finally was able to grab a can of Annie Sloan chalk paint and got to town painting on Monday. I still need to add the wax coat and either buy updated knobs or spray paint the old hardware to update it but I’m pretty excited.
What I’m Excited About…..
End of school!! Only 2 1/2 more days and we are free of a schedule for a few months. Playing outside until the sun goes down, dinners on the patio, late night runs for ice cream…bring it on. I know come August I will be ready for a schedule again but I’m so excited about the down time. Yesterday I posted about how I’m hoping to make this a Not so Bummer Summer!
What I’m Watching/Reading…..
I needed a quick and easy read this month and finally downloaded Bossypants by Tina Fey. So far I’m loving it.
What I’m Listening To…..
I don’t know if it is because of all the end of school crazy coupled with my busiest time at work and adding to it college baseball playoffs but I’ve felt a little bit unsettled. Listening to our local Christian radio station while I’m in the car just seems to help me react more kindly to situations and feel more peaceful. I’ve definitely had Peace 107 on nonstop the past week.
What I’m Wearing…..
I finally broke down and purchased a blue jean vest and I’m loving it! And who doesn’t love a maxi skirt for those days when you just don’t have time to get those legs ready for shorts or a shorter skirt?
What I’m Doing This Weekend…..
Heading to Fort Worth for the first round on the Road to Omaha! Hoping for a couple of BIG wins by the Horned Frogs. #ToadtoOmaha
What I’m Looking Forward to Next Month…..
Vacation! While I do not know for sure where I might be going yet due to baseball, I do know I will be taking a week off from work and we will be going to do something fun!
What Else is New…..
Y’all…it is all pretty much the same old same old around here. Baseball, rain, end of school celebrations and work. You can follow along with our daily adventures on Instagram.
What We Love to Grill in June…..
We grill a lot and mostly we grill #allthemeat! Gas grills are great for cooking outside but we have only had a charcoal grill for years so when we get the fire going we definitely make the most of it and typically grill enough to last most of the week. I love for Keith to make bacon wrapped shrimp and I’m sure they will make an appearance when we have a free weekend. I am thinking we may just have to try Shay’s Grilled Pizza one night too!
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Wishing you all a super day!
Love your maxi skirt outfit!!
Thanks! Maxi skirts and dresses are a total go to for me right now. Have a super day!
When I was reading your first one, I thought…she stopped by my house on Monday but I wasn't making anything. Haha! Seriously, I crack myself up! 🙂 Could you look any cuter in that maxi and vest? We need to make sure we chat before going anywhere – I can see the two of us showing up dressed very similar! I love my vest (and why didn't I buy one sooner?!). #ToadToOmaha Go Frogs!
I had to read that 3 times….and then I died laughing!! hahaha….you DID make something….and I think I'm still carrying those oreos around in my middle! For real..the vest is my new favorite thing.
You will love your denim vest! I wore mine with a white tee and maxi skirt recently. I can get away with that look in the office on Fridays (we aren't allowed to wear sleeveless. Not that I WOULD, because I would freakin' freeze to death!). I am so glad that TCU is still in for the Championship. I was a little concerned when you mentioned their loss last week. My secretary goes to Omaha every year for the World Series, even though she doesn't know anyone personally playing. Her brother lives there. Have a great week, Shelly!
Send some of that Texas rain to California! We are in a major drought…it is not good!
And, did I tell you that our good family friend (and my babysitter) goes to TCU? She just finished up her Sophomore year!
Thanks for linking up with us! 🙂
If we could bottle it up and ship it we certainly would!! And no way….TCU has so many students attending from Cali! I was shocked at how many out of state students period attend there.
I need to hear about the Annie Sloan paint because we may use it for our kitchen table and chairs. And I really want to buy a denim vest, but I don't think I can pull it off. I'm usually about 2 years behind trends! 🙂
It's mind blowing to me that I don't own a so gle maxi skirt or dress or a single pair of wedges
Kimm!!!! You have to be kidding me?!! I can actually understand the maxi's…but no wedges?? 🙂
Now a single pair of wedges. It's bizarre
I love listening to our Christian radio station, too! It helps me keep my attitude/thoughts/words in line with what I really want them to be. I totally want to try chalk paint!! That dresser looks adorable.
Thanks! Chalk paint is the bomb….so easy!!
Okay, now I’m craving a Rueben 🙂 I’ve been reminiscing about past summer recently too! Your outfit with the vest looks fabulous!
For real…I could eat one right now! Thanks Christina…have a super week!
First off I cannot wait to see how the old chest comes out. I love having furniture that way my grandmother's and great grandmother's in the house.
Second, I hope you find some peace with the big decisions coming up! You got this. 🙂
Third, that blue jean vest is way cute and makes me want to get one!
Fourth, Maxi skirts are where it is at. I wear them ALL the TIME.
Have a great week!
Thanks JulieAnn! I hope to finish the chest soon….just does not seem to be enough hours sin the day. And the vest…super surprised how much I love it.
Roasted veggies are the best. So good. I love your outfit with the vest and maxi! I don't have a denim vest, but I have a denim jacket that I'm constantly wearing. Maxis are my favorite thing to wear in the spring too.
I wear my denim jacket all…the….time! At work in the summer it is still too cold for sleevless but I am loving the vest for adding a little interest to some of my weekend outfits!