FRIDAY FAVORITES...VALENTINE'S DAY EDITION

Happy Valentine’s Day my beautiful lovelies! Well, I have virtually done nothing this week, I think I overdid it during the weekend and this cold has kept me down with the deep coughs and yucky feels. Hoping to feel better this weekend and get out and do something with my love!

1. Weekend with my College Loves
What a memorable weekend to spend with 2 of the college boys. You may remember a few months ago we went to the IU/Purdue football game at Purdue. Well, now it was time to turn the tables and go to the IU Purdue basketball game at IU. What made it most memorable of all, is that Coach Bobby Knight returned to Indiana University’s Assembly Hall for the first time since the year 2000, when he was fired. He was one of the most loved and hated coaches in the history of basketball and it was truly something to witness. There were so many tears and emotions running high in Assembly Hall that day. He is not well, and his memory is faded but what a moment for him and all IU fans. Then, despite the colds Mr. Nine and I had, we got to enjoy a fun evening with the boys at a great restaurant called Social Cantina where we got complementary queso since one of our son’s friends works there. Yum! We then headed to Brothers bar another college bar called Crazy Horse. The boys continued the night while Mr. Nine and I took cough medicine and hit the hay.

Coach Bobby Knight



2. Bear Hugs...Cutest Treat Bag Printable
Of course, I took my sweet boys some Valentines Bags and included in it were these treat bags I made with these free Printable's. So easy and so sweet. You just get Teddy grahams and red gummy bears and put a few in the bag. I also added some wrapped chocolate bears I found at TJ Maxx. The cutest little treat idea. Are use Wilton 4 x 6 Treat Bags and they worked perfectly with the printable topper.

BEAR HUGS PRINTABLE HERE
BUY TREAT BAGS HERE

3. Week's Attire
Barefoot Dreams Cardigan HERE // Similar Tee HERE // Checked Joggers HERE // Sneakers HERE // Earrings HERE


Buy Top HERE // Headband HERE

4. Red Polka Dots
I heard someone say they were glad polka dots were back, but I never knew they were gone. I have always loved polka dots and this dress is so stinking adorable! The fabric feels so good and I didn’t mean to but it kind of accidentally turned into a re-creation of mini Minnie Mouse, LOL


BUY DRESS HERE // HEADBAND HERE //NECKLACE HERE // OTK BOOTS HERE & HERE

More Inspo


5. Misc. Fun
POSTS OF THE WEEK 

POLKA DOT TIGHTS 
Speaking of Polka Dots...I am really back into tights and love all the patterned ones. These tights are so cute!
BUY TIGHTS HERE

ADIDAS SPOTTED SNEAKS
These shoes are so hot right now, I think I want them! 

BUY SNEAKERS HERE

VALENTINE'S IN THE MAIL
Talk about some happy mail to brighten my yucky week. My dear friend Sierra from Beautifully Candid is such a precious soul. Her three little guys mirror mine, just many years younger. I see so much of our family in them and I just love the uplifting sweetness she brings. This girl truly knows the true meaning of family and I love how her and her husbands creative hearts create so many special memories for their guys. I sent them some valentines last week and they sent me the sweetest thank you package. Make sure you check out her Blog if you don’t already know her and follow her on Instagram. She is one uplifting mama whom I adore!! 


Go Shower those you love with LOVE and Have a great weekend! 

Linking up with  Friday Favorites  // High 5 For Friday

xoxo

40 comments:

  1. Those bear hugs treats are such a cute idea! Yes to polka dots! Your dress is so fun and gorgeous on you! Love those polka dot tights! Hope you're feeling better! Happy Valentine's Day!

    Jill - Doused in Pink

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  2. I'm with you - when were polka dots not in?? Ha! Love all the goodness from last weekend, all those smiles and such a great time with the boys. I hope you feel better soon my love!!!
    xo,
    Kellyann

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  3. Loved hearing about your trip to IU! It's my son's first choice for college. Keeping my fingers crossed! I adore this dress on you and still in love with the chic pleated skirt look. Happy Valentine's Day Andrea!

    https://www.kathrineeldridge.com

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  4. Hope you are feeling better friend! Your pops of red are bringing me all the inspo as I get ready today! Those bear hugs are the cutest idea! Happy Valentines Day! Xo

    Amanda @ Cupcake N Dreams

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  5. Happy Valentine's Day! You are the sweetest mom - what fun gifts! I keep seeing those sneakers, too - and want to buy them. I hope you have a wonderful weekend.

    Lisa
    Daily Style Finds

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  6. You made really cute that bags for the boys. I do hope you feel better and have a happy Valentines Day.

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  7. Now, I would have never thought about Minnie Mouse on that re-create until you mentioned it! Oh so cute dress and I agree that I never knew polka dots had gone out of style. I love them so much, too. Hope you and Mr. Nine have a wonderful Valentine's weekend and that that stinkin' cold will go AWAY!!

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  8. You look stunning in red!

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  9. Gotta love fun mail! The Minnie Mouse dress is fun. I like the bear hugs idea!

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  10. Officially obsessed with the Bear Hugs treats. Hope you feel better soon pretty lady.

    Patty

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  11. That bear hugs treat is the cutest thing!!! What a fun (and yummy) treat!

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  12. I hope you're feeling better! That looked like a fun weekend with your guys! I saw some of the Bobby Knight coverage when we were at a bar in NYC? The hubs told me who he was. We couldn't hear what was going on but it looked intense! Have a wonderful Valentine's Day! Love the polka dots!

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  13. Bobby Knight!!!! YESSSSS!!!!!
    OK - that polka dot dress is ADORABLE - you need to book that flight to Disney right now & get that pic in front of the castle!!!
    Happy valentine's Day!!

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  14. We were at IU when Bobby Knight got fired so it brings back a lot of memories. I thought it was so cool he came back. And I have been to that restaurant--at a college reunion last year--so yum!

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  15. I hope your cold kicks the curb soon. I'm so sorry you weren't feeling well but happy we were able to bring you a smile! I can just imagine hanging with our boys one day and routing on their colleges. I love that fun polka dot dress! We saw a lot of dresses like that walking around Disney yesterday. Happy Valentine's Day and I hope you have a great weekend! xo

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  16. I had so much fun just following your IU trip on Instagram. I'm sorry you haven't felt well this week. Hopefully spring comes soon and we can all feel better. Have a wonderful weekend!

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  17. I hope you have finally kicked that cold in time for the Valentine's Day weekend with your honey!! Hope you have a great one girl! xo, Biana

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  18. I'm so sorry that you were under the weather this week. I hope you're feeling better! I had a blah week with gray weather and Michael gone. Today we have sunny skies and I can already tell my mood has improved. The b-ball game looked so fun, and that pleated skirt is one of my favorite outfits I've seen lately. Love the bear hug treat idea. I've seen a dupe for the sneakers at Walmart. Have a good weekend, friend. :)

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  19. Glad you are feeling better, it is no fun to have one of those colds. Hope you enjoy your weekend! Sending you love!

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  20. I didn't get the memo that polka dots were ever out of style either! I've been rocking them pretty much my whole life. Haha. Probably my favorite pattern ever! I hope you have a happy Valentine's Day! I'm glad you're feeling better.

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  21. You always get so into the holidays, it so fun to see your outfits and your decor. Very cheery!
    www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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  22. All of your outfits our lovely and the Minnie look is so you!! Love it all Andrea- have a wonderful weekend! XO

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  23. Andrea... you are rocking that polka dot dress! Enjoy your weekend.

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  24. You look great in red polka dots! Sounds like you had a really fun weekend.

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  25. When Claire was in daycare we gave out Claire Bear Hugs as Valentine's since that is her nickname! Your bags just reminded me of that! Love your red polka dots! My youngest approves since she is currently obsessed with all things Minnie Mouse. I hope you have a wonderful Valentine's Day Andrea!

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  26. Lo d the bear hugs, so sweet! Sounds like you had a good weekend with the boys, despite being sick. I think I’m coming down with some crud now. Stupid weather, I’m taking no blame for this! I’ve always been a Fan of polka dots. Hope you have a great weekend?

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  27. You are so adorable. That accidental Minnie Mouse recreation is awesome. You wore it better, per the norm <3 Love you so and I am still enjoying my sweet galentine treats. xoxoxo Sharon

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  28. How fabulous that your boys still get a gift on V-Day from you!! And that polka dot dress? Of course it's the bomb.
    Have a great weekend, Andrea
    XOXO
    Jodie

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  29. Oh you are much more prettier then Minnie! Happy weekend!

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  30. What a great week! I love your Minnie Look!

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  31. You look adorable, love to see you in red. Your family are lovely and all very alike. Jacqui x

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  32. Good grief! I commented twice yesterday, but on my phone and apparently neither one published. What the heck? I'm so glad you got a weekend with your boys and of course the Valentine's are "beary" cute. 😉

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  33. That red polka dot dress is so cute on you and definitely not too Minnie mouse like! :)

    It's nice you got to spend time with your kids even though you were sick - no fun being sick, rest up and get better soon!

    Hope you're having a great weekend :)

    Away From Blue

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  34. I love the polka dot dress, although your Minnie Mouse comment made me LOL! I def didn't immediately think Minnie Mouse though!

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  35. Those polka dot tights are so cute! Looks like you had such a fun time with your college guys! That Mexican food looks so yummy!

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  36. I hope your cold is getting better Andrea. It's such a weird time during these months with colds and things. I love how you wore your polka dot dress! It looks amazing and the dress is such a beauty. If I wasn't a fan before, I am now! I hope you had a great weekend and happy Monday!

    Maureen | www.littlemisscasual.com

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  37. You are literally the chicest modern Minnie! So happy you had such a good Valentine's holiday with your fellas!

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

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  38. Those tights are so adorable. I sooo want them. I love all the red you wore last week for Valentines Day! What fun spending time with your college boys!!!

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  39. That is a cute baseball tee! I may need to get one for next year. Every year I realize I don't have anything to wear on Valentine's day when it is too late to order. LOL

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  40. That red polka dot dress is so cute on you dear!

    Jessica | notjessfashion.com

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