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FRIDAY FAVORITES...ON CLOUD NINE EDITION

Oh my goodness friends, the weather this week was absolutely grand! I was on Cloud "9" for Sure!! Had some fun daytime shenanigans, some pool time with friends and today, my mom and I are heading to Michigan to take my dear Aunt Linda to lunch for her birthday! Looking forward to a relaxed weekend as well!

1. Last Vacay Snaps

Thought I’d share some last snaps of our summer Lake Michigan vacation!This vacay always has me on cloud nine.

Can’t beat the best lemon custard, a red, white and blue slushie, The beautiful bay on morning walks, sunset views from the couch and tradition Friday night fish dinner from the coolest old school Fish Market.

2. Bedding

Cozy Earth

As you know, I am a huge fan of CozyCozy Earth and just love getting the high-quality items from them that makes sleep and cozy so much better! Not only am I wearing their pajama set in this picture which I also happen to own in blush, but I’ve put on our new summer bedding that includes a beautiful bamboo comforter from COZY EARTH! It is so luxurious and so well-made! It has the loops so you can attach it to the button of a duvet.

Use CODE: CECLOUDNINE for 40% off

Target Pillows

Here is a closer look at the beautiful pillows I bought from Target to compliment the summer bedding. I especially love the oblong one as it has little tassels. Pretty Blue Hues too. PS...I'm so ready for a new bedroom suit; a mattress company turned me down for a collaboration because we had sleigh bed, ugh!

Big 30 x30 Pillows HERE // Seersucker Shams HERE // Oblong Pillow HERE // Front Color Block HERE

3. Week's Attire

This first set is so versatile. It’s the Line from Third Love. The Henley can be worn to lounge or sleep with the set or alone with shorts, jeans, etc.

Use CODE: SUMMER20 to get 20% off!

Henley HERE // Shorts HERE

Tee HERE // Shorts HERE // Sandals HERE

Top HERE // Skirt HERE // Sandals HERE

4. Cabana Life

It’s no secret I love CABANA LIFE! Having had five skin cancers removed, I know the importance of protecting our skin. And when Cabana Life can aid in that by offering beautiful high-quality clothing with built in 50 SPF, well I’m completely sold! We took impromptu date day to new Buffalo Michigan on Saturday and I wore this little Terry Tunic Dress! It would also make a great cover-up! I just love the colors!

Use CODE: LIVINGONCLOUDNINE15 for 15% off

5.Misc. Fun

POSTS OF THE WEEK

Monday ~ Amazon Hello August

Wednesday ~ You're an Angel

50 and SASSY

This dear friend of mine also happens to be the mother of one of her sons girlfriends and she is just precious! Lauren, her daughter, had made us these precious T-shirts this year as we both turned 50 within two weeks of each other and we finally got a chance to wear them together!

Pink Toes

We all had on pink toenail polish, so a pool feet shot was warranted.

NATURE

Hummingbird

I sat patiently out on the back porch one night waiting to get pictures of the little hummingbirds and I was super happy with this shot!

Porch Petunias

So this year I decided to alternate the proven winners bubblegum petunias and fuchsia petunias and I love how they blend it in together and flow down the front porch steps!

Blue Heron

I shown you the sweet blue heron that comes to our pond every year many many times and gotten some great pictures of. Imagine my surprise when I spotted a baby! Didn’t see mama but that baby was flying around but was quick but I was able to catch this in flight, reflection on the water picture.

MEMES

If you saw my Instagram stories this week…you know…they were rearranging my favorite grocery store…NO..Just NO!!

HAPPY AUGUST WEEKEND

LOVES!!

Linking up with Friday Favorites // Metamorphosis Monday

xoxo

FRIDAY FAVORITES....VACATION EDITION

Trying to get back in the saddle this week! SOOO MUCH RAIN. I was overwhelmed to write this post because we had so much fun on vacation and so many pictures so I will probably spread it out in other posts or an entire dedicated post and today just concentrate on my most favorite part of our vacation, which was when our kids were there! And, as always, lots of other fun Friday favorites too!

1. Kids

While just starting their careers, it’s literally impossible to not only get all our kids but also to get them for an entire week so we settle for a couple days. But next year, they told us they’re going to try to get the whole week as they will be more established and we’re hoping all the girls can come too.

Here are a few pictures of the fun we had with our sweet kiddos!

And did we ever pack everything in that we could for them! From their favorite restaurants to hiking to great breakfasts to games on the beach to family walks, we made sure they got the most out of it.

Day they left, it was this.....sad parents!!

4 more says just Mr. Nine and I but we rocked it...

2. Cozy Earth

It’s no secret I love Cozy Earth Not only do I own a set of their amazing bamboo sheets but I own FOUR sets of their pajamas. The pink blush are my newest pair and I am so in love with the color! As always Cozy Earth and I have paired to give you one of the best promo codes of the entire year!

Use code CECLOUDNINE for 40% off!

I think it's safe to say I LOVE Cozy Earth PJ's!!

Next week, I will be sharing a new bedding piece that I am over the moon for! So excited.

3. NSale

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

Ok, ok, I’m not even going to do a dedicated post to the sale but there are some decent finds! Hands-down, my 3 favorites of all time are my Barefoot Dreams Blanket and my favorite underwear! Bliss Cotton Briefs by Natori. I own these in six colors and I ordered a couple more pair this year because they are so good! AND The SPANX Faux Leggings...MAJOR LOVE.

The Plush Throws make great gifts too!

So, yeah, Blankets, Undies and Spanx. GREAT DEALS ON THESE LOVES!

Barefoot Dreams Blanket HERE // Undies HERE // Plush Throw Blankets HERE // Spanx Faux Leggings HERE

AND Here are some more items that I am eyeing but I’m just still not quite sure what to pull the trigger on!

Jeans HERE // Chain Necklace HERE // Striped Crossbody HERE // Free People Cream Sweater HERE // Marc Jacobs Crossbody HERE // Bracelet HERE // Earrings HERE // Quay Sunglasses HERE // Stuart Weitzman Boots HERE //
Def Leopard Tee HERE

4. Target Dresses

Thought I’d share a couple of my recent Target dress purchases with you! They are both just perfect and so affordable!

Dress HERE // Sandals HERE

Dress HERE // Similar Sandals HERE

5. Misc. Fun

POSTS OF THE WEEK

Tuesday (last) ~ Amazon..Keeping Summer HOT!

Wednesday ~ 4 Casual Beach Town Looks

NATURE

About died when I saw this little stinker up on one of the hummingbird feeder‘s! He better not be taking the hummie‘s food!

You know how much I love when this guy comes back to the pond!

Caught this great shot.

MEMES

HAPPY JULY WEEKEND SWEET PEEPS!!

Linking up with Friday Favorites // Metamorphosis Monday

xoxo

FRIDAY FAVORITES...HELLO FALL FOR REAL!

Hi guys! My most favorite season of the year has truly arrived and it’s been great because the days have been warm and sunny but the nights and mornings so sweet and cool, perfect for getting the day going with long walks. I’m still very melancholy and still struggling with many things but I’m gonna fight through for my love of glorious FALL!!

1. Fall Days with Mom

Last week, my mom and I got to enjoy a beautiful day in lower Michigan! We started at a fabulous farmers market and greenhouse, had lunch at a new to us cool establishment in a small town and topped it off with a pumpkin patch, where I was in pumpkin heaven!

2. Fire Baby

Nothing like an outdoor fire in the Fall! Mr. Nine has had a couple good fires going while we enjoy beautiful days out on the lanai watching Notre Dame football! hoping there are many more to come. I just love the smell and crackle of a good fire.

3. Week's Attire..More Target Haul

As you know, this was a Target share week over on Instagram and on my Blog on Monday. I was able to join six other ladies and bring you all Target’s Fall goodness, here are some of the other outfits that I did not share on Monday’s blog post. So many cute things and comfy vibes too!

Yellow Sweat Pants HERE // Sneakers HERE

Yellow Sweatshirt HERE // Pants HERE

Snakeskin Print Jeans HERE // Birkenstocks HERE // Sweatshirt HERE

Olive Cardigan HERE // Sneakers HERE // Jeans HERE

Left: Top HERE // Jeans HERE// Boots HERE // Necklace HERE // Earrings HERE

Right: Top HERE // Grey Jeans HERE// Open Toe Boots HERE // Necklace HERE

4. Fall Flutter Dress 3 ways

In continuing with all the Target goodness brought to you this week, and certainly a very special week with 20% off all apparel and shoes with your Target Circle, I could not help but style this cute little floral dress three ways! It is so darling you guys!

BUY Dress HERE // Hat HERE // Jean Jacket HERE // Necklace HERE // Boots HERE //
Similar Cardigan HERE

5. Misc. Fun

POSTS OF THE WEEK

Monday ~ TARGET HAUL WEEK

Wednesday ~ TEDDY & SARA

BLUE HERON

This beautiful blue heron has graced our pond all summer long, I think this is the most amount of time I’ve ever seen him in the pond on so many consecutive days. I have been lucky to get some great shots of him this year and this one just blew my mind especially with the rippling pond water underneath.