Friday Finds + Faves

Happy Friday, friends! We made it through the week!

I want to start sharing these Friday Finds/Faves posts with you all again. I always feel like I have so much to share and then the week flies by! But, these Friday posts can be just a quick little round up of some things I have loved from the week and also a round up of the outfit posts from my instagram... So, let's get started!

1. Amazon Finds - I got $20 this tunic tee and this $10 blanket scarf on the mail earlier this week and I am loving the combo with leggings! The blanket scarf is actually a triangle shape, which I like so it's not so bulky when I wrap it around my neck. The tunic fits true to size and I'm wearing a small. It has a nice long length that is perfect to wear with leggings! Comes in a ton of colors!

2. Spanx Faux Leather Leggings - These were definitely a splurge and I actually ordered then right before the Nordstrom sale ended when they came back in stock in my size. They are back to full price now ($98), BUT I will say after receiving them and trying them on they are definitely worth the hype! They are true SPANX brand and really suck you in up top! And I love that you can dress them up or down. I'm planning to put together a blog post maybe next month with lots of different ways to style them. These run true to size and I'm wearing a size small. They are a little long for me, but I'm able to pull them up a bit so they don't bunch up too much at the bottom. (I'm also only 5'2" so everything is long on me!)


3. Target backpack: I ordered this backpack handbag after my girl Ja'Net (Running on Clean) raved about it on her instagram stories. I'm so happy I got this bag because it can fit all the things AND double as a diaper bag if needed. Also, it's less than $37!



4. Chilly Mornings: It has been chilly in the mornings this week and it really got me excited for fall weather! I actually wore a cardigan and jeans a few days this week! Of course, it's supposed to get back up in the 80s and possibly 90s next week, so enjoying it while it lasts!


Other random things I loved from this week...

5. Read Scripture app: I recently downloaded this app to help me with studying the bible. I've tried some other bible study apps and this one is my favorite because it actually has videos you watch before each chapter that gives a great visual of the stories. I'm such a visual learner and this has helped me understand the stories of the bible so much better than just reading it alone! Highly recommend!

6. Lindsey's 'LRT Fall' playlist on Spotify: This playlist is giving me all the 'sitting in a cozy coffee shop' vibes. I love this mix of music with all of my favorite bands/artists (think Lumineers, Mumford & Sons, Vance Joy, etc). I've been listening to this mix in the morning while I work and sip on my coffee!

 7. Pumpkin Spice coffee creamer (sugar free): Speaking of coffee... Call me #basic but, the combo of my freshly brewed coffee and this creamer in the morning just makes me happy!

8. One on One time: I've been loving our new schedule which allows me to have one on one time with my boys every Wednesday. I've been able to switch my work schedule around so that every Wednesday I'm home with one of my boys (the other one goes to my parent's house for the day). I've just been craving more one on one time with both of them, and my parents agreed to this set up so we made it happen! They are both at such fun ages that also require a lot of my undivided attention. Wether we spend the day out and about running around, meeting for a playdate or just hanging out at home, I just love being with them and having that quality time with them. This past Wednesday, I was home with Bennett and we had such a fun day! He was feeling a little under the weather (I think it's allergies!) so we just stayed home most of the day, but were able to get out and enjoy the beautiful weather in the afternoon. His little smile and laugh just melts my mama heart!



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What have you been loving this week?

Hope you all have a fabulous weekend!
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Middle Sister Boutique + A Trader Joe's Cheese Board

Happy Monday, friends! I wanted to give you all a quick recap of the 'sip 'n shop' event I had at our house Friday night. My friend, Jen, started her own online boutique a little over a year ago and since then it has taken off! She recently bought a bus and had it renovated inside to be a fully functioning mobile boutique! She brings the bus to all kinds of local events and you can now schedule the bus to come to your house for a private shopping party! 

I was so excited to have some of my girlfriends over to shop on the the bus and enjoy some wine and appetizers. Shopping at home with a glass of wine and girlfriends?! Is there any better way to shop?!





I got a few new items from her shop including this 'Game Day' over sized tee (also comes in Red)! Perfect for the upcoming football season!



Get your 'Game Day' tee HERE!

She has so many adorable pieces that are very affordable! Here are a few items she has in stock below...




You can shop her online boutique OR schedule your own private boutique bus party if you're local to the Columbus area here --> www.middlesisterboutique.com

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I made a few appetizers for the party, but one of my favorite easy apps to put together is a cheese board. Of course, I got most everything for this cheese board from Trader Joe's! 


shop some of my favorite cheese boards and knives below:



I love Trader Joe's cheeses and one of my favorites is the Unexpected Cheddar Cheese. This cheese gives a sharp white cheddar flavor that is perfect to pair with white wine and rosé. A few other cheese on this board are the Toscano Cheese with black pepper, and French Brie. I pared the cheeses with some peppered salami, roasted and salted pecans, some Raisin Rosemary Crisps and some of my mother-in-law's homemade peach jam! 

Hope you all enjoyed your weekend! 

PS - This post was not sponsored in anyway! Just wanted to share!
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Recent Amazon Finds

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Ok, that picture really makes me realize I need to clean my mirror! Anyways... I have been wanting to post about some of my recent Amazon Finds for a while and I finally found the time to sit down last night and type up a post! Summer has been super busy, so thank you for stopping by this little ol' blog of mine that I've been neglecting!

Sometimes it's just easier to put everything down in a blog post instead of posting it on instagram, or stories or even facebook. (However, if you haven't joined my facebook group yet, you should! It is the easiest way to shop all my outfits and I sometimes post items and sales there that I don't post on my instagram.)

Back to my outfit above... The cardigan I'm wearing is actually from ASOS last fall, but I found this one that is very similar on amazon. I also am loving this tunic top! It is perfect for layering under a cardigan or jacket and is long enough to wear with leggings (It is over sized, but I ordered my true size small and I like the blouse-y/ loose fit). It also comes in a bunch of other colors and a long sleeve version as well. When I purchased this one it was $15.99 prime shipping, but now the white color isn't showing prime shipping. However, some of the other colors are prime eligible. 

My leggings are the high waisted Zella leggings (these run true to size, I have them in small) which were a part of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. However, it looks like the black color is all sold out. I love my Zella leggings and highly recommend this brand for the quality and thickness (not see through!). However, I found a very similar pair on Amazon for $20 with great reviews!

Last, but not least... How about my new furry slippers! I was in desparate need of new house slippers and I found these on Amazon and immediately pulled the trigger! I'm so happy I did! They run true to size, I got the Small size (6/7) and they fit great!


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Another great Amazon find were these $16 (prime shipping) blush bow mules! They are almost and exact dupe for this pair that I wanted so badly last year! When I found these on Amazon I did not hesitate to add them to my cart! They fit perfectly and run true to size. I ordered my true size 7 and they fit great and are very comfy!

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A few other 'dupe' finds are this crossbody (a dupe for the very expensive chloe bag), and these ankle booties (which are a close match to this pair). Both will be in heavy rotation this fall I'm sure!

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If you are still in summer mode, this $21 palm print kimono is the perfect item to bring along with you to the beach or on vacation! It can be worn as a kimono or even a fun cover up! 

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This navy floral romper was something I found as I was searching for a dress to wear to a wedding. I was skeptical about it at first, but went ahead and ordered my true size and it was perfect! I actually wore this to the rehearsal dinner instead of the wedding. I will say it was a little sheer, but we were out at night and it you can't actually see through it when you have it on. 

Here are a few other items I currently have in my Amazon cart... I'm serious when I say that my entire fall wardrobe may be all Amazon! 



To view all my favorite items from Amazon, visit my Amazon Finds tab! 

Happy (Prime) shopping!
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