Today I felt like I went back in time 3 or 4 years. I haven’t been shopping in years. Literally. The last time I can remember shopping for clothes was pre-mission, and even then, I was shopping for mission clothes. This morning, Greta and I went to the mall. We shopped Gap clearance and I got some new clothes for Chris and I. I got Chris a pair of shorts and two shirts and I got a jacket, a shirt and and cami. That’s six things for $50. I am not a coupon shopper, but shoot–I love a good Gap sale. After shopping, we (Greta and I) met Chris for lunch at Five Guys. Lots of people have told us that we have to try this place out and we are so glad we finally did. We LOVED it. The menu was so simple and easy to choose from and the burgers and fries were delicious. We’ll be repeat customers for sure. Chris and I haven’t met for lunch since we lived in Rexburg. It was such a treat.
But tonight was the real specialty. Matt stayed home with Greta while Chris and I went down to Provo where Chris played a show at Sammy’s Cafe with his friend, Cory Belliston. Chris and Cory have been playing together for years but Cory recently moved to California, so it has been a little while. While they were doing their sound check and practicing they both repeatedly said how much they missed playing together. Standing there, without my baby, surrounded by college students, watching a total hunk play his djembe– brought me back years. Chris is so hot when he drums. They did great.
“Good Love”- a John Mayer cover
“Pretty Things”- a Tony Lucca cover
It was a perfect beginning to a 10 day vacation together. *grin!*
Our wood grain Shaker cabinet fronts were designed for busy, high-traffic homes like ours. Clad with durable textured thermofoils, this line is compatible with Sektion, Akurum, Godmorgon, and Besta cabinets from IKEA. It's the perfect, practical way to add the warmth of wood to all the rooms of your home.
We have teamed up with Loloi to create a line of rugs that are as affordable as they are beautiful. This collection houses a great mix of traditional and modern rugs, in cottage-y colorways, as well as vintage-inspired beauties that you’ll want to roll out in every room.
We partnered with Stuga on a line of hardwood floors — The Ingrid is really livable, and the color is very neutral. It doesn’t lean warm or cool, it’s that just right in-between. We have really loved putting it everywhere in our house. It’s the best jumping-off point for design, no matter your interior style. In addition to being beautiful, Ingrid is really durable — we have three kids, and we always have a home construction project going on. Ingrid stands up to it all.
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So awesome! How fun…hope you guys have a great 10 days! :)
I love your blog! You’re such an entertaining writer and I love reading about your precious fam!
And you should check out the first CD by Dear & The Headlights. I don’t know the name of the album, but you’d like them. :)
I love your blog! You’re such an entertaining writer and I love reading about your precious fam!
And you should check out the first CD by Dear & The Headlights. I don’t know the name of the album, but you’d like them. :)
So awesome! How fun…hope you guys have a great 10 days! :)