Happy, happy Saturday!!

I'm sorry y'all, but is it May or March?? I'm so confused by this chilly Midwest weather! We went from a sunny, humid 85 to a rainy, cloudy 55! It was colder yesterday...it even snowed in Chicago! It's feeling a little like fall over here. The silver lining? Busting out my favorite sweaters, sweatshirts, and boots again! Take THAT sprinter...wring? A combo of winter and spring nonetheless!

Today, our sweet baby boy got to have a spa day at the groomer's. He loves Star, who is always his groomer at the place we go to. He's so nervous when we drop him off - complete with shaking - but he's so happy when we pick him up! All the doggie cookies they make there have him running around the place like a mad man!

Look at that face! I love him... (This is prior to grooming. He looks like a new little man now!)

While our baby was at the "spa," hubby and I ran some errands. We had lunch at McAllister's, where I had my favorite nachos and a watermelon lemonade...which I then promptly followed with a big ole' glass of their amazing sweet tea! So good. We ran to Target (because what errand running day is complete without a Target trip?!), to Best Buy to get my phone fixed (no wifi is no bueno), and to Lowe's to get a staple gun (which my husband thought was hysterical - only I would be in a hardware store for a staple gun...instead of at Michael's!?) for my newest DIY brainchild!

There's a wall in our hallway that I've been wanting to update for a while. The decor there isn't exactly awful, but it's just not "me" anymore. What's hanging there is stuff that I'd had for a long time, so when hubby and I merged households, it fit. The wall was no longer empty, and it was cute enough. But now, I want more whimsy in the house. Less serious, dark, masculine looking decor and lots more airy, fun, colorful, unique decor! So, I decided I wanted to hang my GIANT custom made chalkboard on that wall, along with some mismatched antique inspired frames...and maybe a monogram since I'm obsessed with them!

I found two frames at Hobby Lobby (my decorating holy land) that fit the vintage feel I was going for...and my friends, it wasn't easy! Most frames like the ones I wanted are plaster - can't staple gun that! The two I purchased were wood with plaster accents - perfect!! I also purchased several fabrics from the 'Lob, but used the turquoise chevron for this since my living room is black, white, and turquoise with chevron and arrow accents!! I cut squares of fabric close to the right size, then stapled along the edge of the frame, being sure to pull the fabric taut as I went. I'm pretty happy with the outcome. Not gonna lie - they look exactly how I imagined! 

This is just one...the other will hang the opposite way.

I'm so ready to get the rest of the wall going and get these hung up! I'm in love!

Next weekend we are off to my hometown to visit with some family from out of the country. Combined with a 4 day weekend, it's bound to be a good time! 

Hope the rest of y'all are enjoying your weekend...and maybe even some DIYing! 

Race for the Cure

Today was out local Race for the Cure! Hubby ran the 5k, while I walked the 1 mile with my mother in law, sister in law, and nephew! We all joined under a team for my husband's work...a good time was had by all! There were so many amazing survivors and supporters there, and as usual, I teared up a little during the survivor march. What an amazingly inspiring group of heroes!

It was a huge crowd...which is amazing! 

We went for a late breakfast/brunch after the race at one of our favorite local cafés. I had a cheddar biscuit with scrambled eggs, bacon, and avocado on top...with a side of fruit salad and the most perfectly cooked tater tots known to man! It was soooo good! 

After a trip to the nail salon, our family is headed home and the hubs and I are relaxing on the couch with some DVR. I'm trying to muster up the energy to run to Target, Hobby Lobby, and the grocery...but I'm not getting too far! Maybe soon..? Ha!

Hoping to schedule a night out with some of my favorite friends soon. A new restaurant opened that I want to try, do maybe it will come together soon! They really are amazing...and I love spending time with them!

Hope you are all enjoying your weekend, and happy Mother's Day to all the mommas out there...especially mine!

Happy birthday, hubby!!

Wishing my husband the very happiest of birthdays today!! If anyone deserves a wonderful day, it's him. I am blessed beyond measure to have him in my life, and love him more than words can say. He is my very best friend, my soul mate, and my better half. I can't wait to celebrate his birthday tonight...and the next 60 after this one. Love you babe!

Before our festivities at one of our favorite pubs tonight (complete with maple bacon, red velvet, and chocolate cupcakes), my hubby is working. And this morning, I headed in to work for a bit too. I am beyond swamped at work, so any extra time I can spend catching up is a blessing! But, a morning in the office called for a yummy morning beverage and some comfy clothes! 

Naturally, that means I had to have an iced green tea lemonade while wearing my floral "hello" tee from Hello Apparel. Needless to say, it was a great start to my morning!

Right now, it's time for quality time with this little guy, a short nap, and getting ready for tonight's shindig!! Have a wonderful weekend my lovelies!!