When Coronavirus hit, I felt I had just gotten my feet back under me after returning to work from maternity leave. We had a good routine down and it was working pretty well. I had gotten into the habit of getting up at 4am to work out before Henry would get up. This way I'd be showered, dressed, and ready to go before he wok up and started his morning routine.
Hello from Phoenix, Arizona! It is scorching here. And seeing as how I live in Texas, you know that it's super hot. I'm here for work until Thursday and it's supposed to be about 110 all week. Sigh. When I get back and it's only 95, it's going to feel downright chilly.
Summer is just whizzing right past. I have had more travel than usual and I can hardly believe that we are already into the second week of July. It's only 110 days until our wedding and approximately 160 days until we close on our house. Eeek!!! Phillip has been busy with deadlines at work and I have been trying to wrap up a few projects myself. Here's a peek into what we've been up to lately.
Barre. I love barre, but my summer schedule has seriously curtailed my ability to go as often as I would like. I haven't had class with Niki in over a month!!! #sadface #barrebestie
I've been working on my Nordstrom Anniversary Sale post for this week. It's my Friday Favorites post, but I may post it on Thursday since that's when the sale starts. There are some good things. It's going to be so hard to choose what to get. #ineedtowinthelottery
the house is coming along! I popped in on Friday while I was off. I had to drop Kate at the vet and was in the neighborhood so I wandered around for a bit. If you follow me on Instastories, you know I found a slight issue with my office space that has since been rectified.
This old girl got a wash and vacuum, which she so sorely needed. Badly. It had been too long since I took the car to be cleaned. #whitecarproblems
Saturday was the day I left for Phoenix. I was all packed and ready to go and Phillip picked up my suitcase and said, "I think you're going to have a problem. This is over 50 pounds." To which I said, "There's no way. It's not over 50." He looked at me dubiously, so sure was he that he was right. Well look at that - 44.5 pounds! So yes, I was right.
I finished this book while on the plane. It was so good. If you've ever seen Eddie Izzard live or seen any of his shows on tv, this book truly reads in his voice. Every EI fan should read it. After that, I read The Tea Planter's Wife, which I thoroughly enjoyed. And now I am on to The Nest, which I am loving and expect to finish today or tomorrow.
Landed in Phoenix, where it was a scorching 110 degrees and immediately snagged an iced coffee from Starbucks while I waited for my luggage.
The resort my meeting is at is lovely. The Arizona Grand Resort has a water park, a golf course, a spa, and a conference center. I had dinner the first night at the Lobby Grill. Instead of bread, they bring you housemade kettle chips. I approved.
I had seen the dessert on the menu and knew I wanted that so went with the Lobby Grill Salad for dinner and was not disappointed. I didn't even use the dressing. Roasted mushrooms, green, and a little bacon with homemade garlic bread.
And then this deliciousness for dessert - a s'mores ice cream sandwich. It was as yummy as it looks.
Sunday I had the opportunity to lay by the pool for a few hours before it got too hot.
parker sunglasses | similar bathing suit
Such a beautiful view at the pool. It was nice to have some quiet time.
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Since it was going to be so hot, I needed to dress for the weather, but I still wanted to look put together. This is a work trip and I need to put on a good face at all times. I had one session on Sunday afternoon, so this loft dress from last year did the trick.
Dinner Sunday night was at a restaurant at the resort, Aunt Chilada's. It was good and I loved the decor. Those silver star lights are so so pretty. I'd love to hang one or two outside at the new house.
If you follow me on Instastories, you know that I've already raved about the service at the Arizona Grand. They drive you every where in golf carts because of the heat. So kind! So I got a golf cart ride to the restaurant and when I was done, the hostess called the lobby to let them know I needed to be picked up!
The health spa and gym are beautiful! I made sure to get a run in on Sunday. This is a sedentary meeting, not a ton of walking around, and I want to stay on top of my workouts/activity.
I received my first ever alert for a dust storm! Despite my peeping out of my blinds every few minutes, I didn't see anything.
I love a face mask and I love trying new ones! This one is from Sephora and it's their Mud Mask - Purifying and Mattifying. It dried quickly and came off easily. My skin felt so soft after. I loved it.
Despite the heat I am enjoying Arizona! Tomorrow's post is all about Stella & Dot faves, Wednesday is a Workin' It post and I'm talking about our weekend adventures. Have a great week y'all!
Here we are - the last Wednesday of May - can you believe it??? I know I saw this just about every month, but this month went by soooooo fast. Holy Cow! And I don't see any signs of things slowing down. Here's what we've been up to this month!
I feel like we've been eating all the things because of our trip to New York. Trying to get back on the healthy eating train after that trip.
Monday - grilled chicken, roasted broccoli, and couscous
Tuesday - zucchini noodles, creamy tomato basil sauce, and turkey meatballs
Wednesday - honey chipotle salmon and roasted brussel sprouts
Thursday - don't know yet
Friday - not sure, maybe turkey burgers, per usual
Saturday - date night and I can't think that far ahead yet, ha!
The strawberries have been delicious lately so I have been picking up a container each week at the market. I'm trying to pack good, healthy snacks for work so I am not tempted to pick on junk.
Our trip to New York! We had such a great weekend. We explored so much of Manhattan. It was fun to share that experience with Phillip - it was his first trip!
And for real, go see Anastasia! We were not disappointed. A phenomenal cast and just so well done.
The trip ended on a high note - when you are 6'6" you hope that this is the seat you get!
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Commencement dominated my time at work.
I got to snuggle with this sweet boy.
Got some wedding stuff checked off the list. We had our tasting and ordered our invitations. Eeek! It's coming up so fast!
Got ready for swimsuit season by finding some great suits.
And of course, barre!
At the moment? Nothing. All is good.
I've been working on some Stella & Dot stuff for June as well as some wedding final details. Interested in hosting a show or know of someone who would? Hit me up, June dates are filling up fast.
A few weeks ago, our house looked like this:
But now...it looks like this:
Squeee!!! They've put the forms up and done some grading. Yay!!!! We had our pre-construction meeting and now they get started. Hooray!!!
I'm hoping to finish A Man Called Ove this weekend. And then it's on to The Woman in Cabin 10.
I binge watched Anne with an E on the plan this last weekend and I was NOT disappointed. It was so so good. It's a little darker and grittier than the much beloved 1985 version, but I feel it hews more closely to what Anne's life would have been like in the orphanage and in service prior to her arrival at Green Gables. I found it to be incredibly well done.
New podcasts I've added to the rotation: Sorta Awesome and The Daily.
Still in rotation: All the others, ha! My Favorite Murder, The Happy Hour with Jamie Ivey, The West Wing Weekly, Stuff Mom Never Told You...
top | jeans | sandals (similar) | earrings (similar)
top | shorts (similar) | shoes | necklace | earrings
top | skirt | shoes | necklace (similar)
This is my new favorite summer work outfit - and I found the top and skirt at Target! the skirt is a midi length and I just love it.
I think just laying low and catching up on some sleep.
A trip back to Rhode Island for my bridal shower and hopefully a day at the beach!
Not much, but ask me again in a week or so.
Hawaii!!! Hands down.
It was so beautiful and so relaxing. I cannot wait to go back this October.
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Have a great day everyone!
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