Friday Favorites

Oh my gosh how time is flying this summer!  We are still house hunting and I’m secretly hoping we can find something by at least Christmas.  I want a place to put my Christmas tree!  Connor and I were at Walmart last night and all the school supplies were out in full force.  I can’t believe my baby is going to be in KINDERGARTEN!  I know….stop whining about it Becky!

A couple weeks ago one of my favorite boutiques, Evy’s Tree, was having a MAJOR sale and I got up early to see what all the fuss was about.  I’m glad I did because they sold out quick.  They have the softest, most comfy, adorable hoodies and sweaters ever!

I scored this Diana Wrap for 1/3 of the price and I love it!  I can’t wait until fall….pit stains and the heat are for the birds.

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I also recieved this beautiful rose gold heart necklace from my FabFitFun box.  I’ll be sharing more about all those goodies later 😉

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When Connor and I were out at Walmart last night he found a phone for $2.50. He’s been on it ever since calling his friends and taking “selfies” with me….I have no idea where he gets that from??? Ha ha!

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I also got an email today about Amazon’s BIG HUGE SALE coming up on July 15th.  It’s supposed to be better than Black Friday.  We shall see about that Amazon….we shall see.  If you don’t have a Prime Membership you can get a free trial right now for 30 days and get FREE shipping on ANYTHING!

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I ordered this bag from Barrington Gifts a few weeks ago and I find myself throwing everything in there, including my big honking camera and it all fits! It’s very light and I like how you can customize your own bag to fit your style.  I picked navy with orange polka dots, because like I said I am a fall gal.

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My parents came to visit from Arkansas over the 4th of July and we had a short, but sweet visit. My poor Mom had her arm still in a cast. She broke her right wrist and it hasn’t been fun 🙁 We have a new Dave & Buster’s that opened right next door to our apartments so we visited there and the Cheesecake Factory. I am already looking forward to our next trip home.

Here are some 4th of July pics:

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Texas Summertime on Fat Daddy’s New Patio!

I attended a complimentary event with DFW Bloggers at Fat Daddy’s in Mansfield as part of their media guests.  All opinions are my own.

Summer is in full swing lady friends and it’s time to have some fun!  I can’t think of a better place than Fat Daddy’s in Mansfield, TX.  Fat Daddy’s has a brand new patio to hang out on and watch a game or spend time with your girlfriends.  The patio was decorated so nice & festive for the 4th of July.

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I had such a fun night meeting friends and I tried the Fat Daddy’s “Pink Cadillac”, which I highly recommend 🙂

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“Oh my gosh Becky…..look at that BROWNIE ICE CREAM SUNDAE!”  Seriously, this is the stuff good times are made of.

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The new patio has a full bar and comfy seating throughout.  There are also several televisions tuned into different sports channels so your guy doesn’t miss his favorite game.  I’m not a fan of sweating and thank goodness there is no shortage of fans on the patio.  You get that cool breeze while dining and enjoying your company.

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Fat Daddy’s has a new event going on just about every night.  Check out their list of Live Music and Events.  I’m personally looking forward to 80’s night!!!  Woohoo!!!

Fat Daddy’s also has a beautiful room in the back for private parties and events.  This room would be perfect for company holiday parties or birthday celebrations.

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Fat Daddy’s is large enough to invite all your friends, yet it’s warm and inviting, not cold like some night clubs.  Our group had a great time!  Yummy food, drinks, conversation, and DESSERT!  Our server was attentive to our needs and I enjoyed my time at Fat Daddy’s very much.  If you are in the DFW area check out Fat Daddy’s and their new patio.  I guarantee you’ll have a great time!

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I have a fun giveaway for (1) Java Mama reader courtesy of DFW Bloggers.

A goody bag worth over $600!!!  Must live locally to redeem.  (Ends: 7-17-15)

To Enter: Tell me what event at Fat Daddy’s you want to go see?

Includes:

Envy Medical Day Spa: A Review

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I wanted to share with all you local gals about the AMAZING spa experience I had at Envy Medical Day Spa in Weatherford.  I had a Pellevue facial and it was so relaxing I nearly fell asleep.  My skin felt so smooth.  Pelleve Skin Tightening treatment is the latest in Spa treatments to give you a younger, fresher feeling look around your face.  It helps remove Crow’s Feet, Laugh Lines and sagging skin by using the amazing new technology of Pelleve.

Now that I’m in my mid-thirties I’m starting to notice those naughty wrinkles and my skin just isn’t the same.  Taking care of your skin is something you should never take lightly.  It’s the only skin you’ve got for the rest of your life….so take care of it!

Everyone at Envy Medical Day Spa was sooooo nice & you can tell they genuinely care about your well-being.  I’m excited to trying their oxygen facial as well.

Here are some services they offer if you are interested:

Injectable Fillers

Laser Hair Reduction

Microdermabrasion

Organic Spray Tanning

Skin Care

Tattoo Removal

Vein Removal

Weight Loss

Call them today (817-599-9902) and schedule your appointment.  Also, check out their FACEBOOK site for the latest specials.

Gevalia Iced Coffee #GevaliaIcedCoffee #IC #Ad

“I participated in an Ambassador Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Gevalia Iced Coffee with Almond Milk. I received product samples to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation.”

I am SOOOOO excited about these new Gevalia Iced Coffeed with Almond Milk y’all.  I think everyone that reads my blog knows I LOVE my coffee and I know good coffee when I taste it.

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It’s so hot right now in Texas I’m on a big iced coffee kick.  This Gevalia Iced Coffee with Almond Milk hits my coffee radar in every way.  It’s made with 100% Arabica Gevalia coffee, almond milk, and 9 grams of protein per single serve carton, as well as “just enough sweetness”.

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I’m always in the car.  Our mornings are go…go…go!!!  Getting Connor ready for school & then I’m out the door for work.  Gevalia Iced Coffee with Almond Milk is easy to grab from the fridge and just throw in your bag for the day when you need a little pick me up.

I’m a big fan of Almond milk.  It’s sweet and good for you and tastes wonderful in coffee.
Gevalia Iced Coffee with Almond Milk is the first ready-to-drink offering from Gevalia and is now available in grocery stores across the U.S. in three flavors: Mocha, Vanilla and Caramel.

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Terence tried it one morning when he was running late and he said “Wow, this is actually really good!”  Sometimes I think my husband is a bigger “coffee snob” than I am 😉
With nine grams of protein per single serve carton & 170 calories this is a great option, especially for families on the go.   I’m a big caramel fan, so I absolutely LOVED the caramel flavor.  The Mocha was delicious and creamy as well.  All flavors were so good it was hard to choose a favorite.  Even if I hadn’t been sent sample to try I would definitely recommend these coffee drinks…no lie!!!  They are so good and I’ll definitely be filling my fridge with Gevalia Iced Coffee with Almond Milk this summer.

Follow Gevalia: Website, Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram

Happy July!

Okay…so we have like 6 months until Christmas just so you know!!!

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I’ve been reading a ton of books on my Kindle lately.  I love a good romance.  Have any of you read something you would recommend?

We also tried out a new church this past Sunday and really liked it.  Just look at my boys before church this past week.  I know they are pretty handsome right?

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Connor has been playing Legos non-stop.  He just recently took an interest in them and he’s been building like crazy.  I love to see how excited he gets and his imagination runs wild.
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I made this recipe last night from a site called Budget Bytes.  It was really good!  I like how the author prices out the recipe and then prices it out per serving.  Clever!!!

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What are y’all up to this 4th of July?  My Mom and Dad are coming to visit us tomorrow and I’m soooooooooo excited!!!

Summer Entertaining with Charmin #TweetFromTheSeat #IC #ad

“I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Charmin. I received product samples to facilitate my review and a promotional item to thank me for my participation. All content and thoughts are my own”

Summer is in session and people it is HOT out there!  I’m a fall/winter gal myself, but the one thing I do love about summer is vacations.  My Mom is a teacher, so she has the summers off and I get excited for my parents to come visit us.  They live out of state, so it’s extra special when we get to see each other.

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We just went through a big move from our house of six years to an apartment.  It’s been interesting I must say and one thing moving forces you to do is purge and re-evaluate what you really DO need in life.  We don’t have as much storage in the apartment right now so I only keep the essentials on hand.  One essential I keep stocked is Charmin toilet paper.  You never ever want to run out of toilet paper.  It’s like being stuck on a deserted island. Especially when entertaining guests…it’s so embarrassing knowing your guests felt uncomfortable because they ran out of toilet paper!  Been there….done that….not fun.

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I like to stock extra Charmin toilet paper in a cute container on the back of the toilet seat.  It’s handy and your guests can easily find it there.  I also like to put out pretty hand soaps.  They smell great and make your bathroom feel personalized and welcoming.

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Charmin’s clog-free guarantee ensures that your plumbing will run smoothly so you can enjoy your summer without worrying about how many people are using your bathroom.  Charmin and Roto-Rooter, America’s largest provider of plumbing & drain services, have teamed up again this year to remind consumers of the clog-free and septic-safe guarantee that only comes with Charmin. Roto-Rooter plumbers recommend Charmin more than any other brand.

When we have guests over they share the same bathroom that our 5-year-old does.  Can I just say a 5-year-old boy goes through a TON of toilet paper!!!  Thank goodness Charmin is easy on our toilet pipes 🙂

Check out the video below with some of my favorite summer entertaining tips.  Also, check out Charmin deals and coupons on Facebook & Twitter.