1. Okay, I need to get this off my back. Yes, I know it is, "Get it off my chest," but you will see why I altered the saying. Tonight we got to go to a dinner downtown. Chris wasn't home when Ryan and I were getting ready, and I was just a tad frustrated with my closet and its overemphasize on items of clothing that I have worn to death. I slipped ... okay tugged, tugged and tugged this dress on and while I was zipping the dress up in the back, Ryan came with whatever request and I followed. I was satisfied that I was already dressed to go and Chris wasn't home yet because, well, normally I am not. It was a great night even though it is a bad idea to sit at a table with a toddler when the dessert is already set out.
We arrived home and pregnancy called so I made a trip to the bathroom right away. I hope my kids never call me out on my own potty dance. After washing my hands, I turned to grab the towel to dry my hands and saw the top back of my dress since my hair was pulled to one side. IT. WAS. OPEN.
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And it wasn't like people didn't see it ... there were 600 people and I was up walking around a bunch when everyone else was sitting since Ryan + chairs for more than three minutes is just an combination that Ryan doesn't approve of. And I was sitting smack-dab next to the priest!!
2. We went to the pumpkin patch twice this week.
3. I mentioned that I have the thrifting bug. Well, on Tuesday I went to a Goodwill recommended by Kathryn. I just kept tossing finds into my cart with grand plans for all. I wasn't planning on buying it all, but when you promised your son he could play with a trophy at the thrift store only to find not a single trophy in the store, you speed shop while he is occupied with some non breakable decorative pig. Anyway, I got to the counter prepared to only buy half of it once I heard the final price. Somehow the cashier told me that my total was $7.22. What? I kept asking her if she got everything, and she assured me that she did. Okay, if you say so! So I walked away with two frames, a toy basketball, some fake fall leaf branch things, two Christmas wreaths, a blanket, a wooden tree cut out, a blue and white plate, and three vases for $7.22.
4. Speaking of the leaf branch things, I needed them to cover the wires on our wall from the TV. But ... they smell! Not thrift store smell, but more of a bad potpourri smell. Any tips on how to get them to not smell or should I cut my losses even though remind me up my triumphant thrift shop and get different ones?
That was really lame quick take. My apologies.
5. Last night we happened upon a group of bag pipers practicing on campus. Who needs a big city for some sidewalk music?
6. We have been listening to Royals by Lorde on repeat all day, everyday this week. I might be late to the party, but I am royally enamored with everything about it.
7. Halloween Link-up.
Chris always jokes that Halloween is my excuse to wear a dress with some stretch of a costume idea because I'm too lame to wear a real costume.
He is probably right.
Seeing that I might be wearing a hospital gown for my annual Halloween dress instead of admiring everyone else's awesome costumes on the trick-or-treat trail since my due date is right before the orange and black holiday, I would like to host a Halloween Costume link-up! All ages welcome, of course. Will you join?
Stay tuned for more!
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So put the leaf branch things in baking soda? Should work! Worth a shot. Also, I like that song too. And your hair is lovely. I think I just decided against cutting mine any time soon. :)
ReplyDelete<3 jeni
Oh my goodness, you look lovely! My first was born towards the end of October, so you're totally bringing back memories for me!
ReplyDeleteAw, so cute! Personally I think the Prego Halloween costume is a great idea. I'm the same way about going lazy on Halloween with a dress I already have—the last two years I've thrown on a red dress and cape and called myself Little Red Riding Hood. And I'll probably do the same thing this year if I can't think of another easy costume. :P
ReplyDeletePrego?! That's fabulous! So creative!
ReplyDeleteAnd I'm sure you were the hit of the dinner! ;)
LOVE the Prego costume, AND so sorry about the wardrobe malfunction/mishap. Thanks for the sharing because even though I/we laugh I think we've all been there in some way, shape, or form.
ReplyDeleteI went as a bowling ball...thrifting bug here as well. Goodwill outlet is great for finds by the pound but I would NEVER my toddler there...though he might be good at bin diving...
ReplyDeleteThere is an Eco-friendly and homemade fabric refresher, that might get the smell out.. Or at least mask it. 1 cup of vodka (non-flavoured), 1 cup of water and 20 drops of essential oil. If you already have those items lying around then great, if not it's a rather expensive alternative.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your bun in the oven. I've got three myself, with the same time between #1 and #2... It's hard, but totally worth it. Good luck!
Oh, and I Googled how to make baby bow ties and found your blog... I'll definitely stick around.
Ha maybe I'll try it with some watermelon flavored vodka. ;) The scent on the leaves has died down a bit, or maybe I am just used to it!
DeleteThank you, Cynthia! I hope you made some bow ties!