FRIDAY FAVORITES..VACAY PART 1...WITH KIDS

Happy Friday. We were so blessed to have two of our boys and their lovely ladies with us for vacation even if it was just for the first few days. Our other son who had moved to Baltimore a couple months ago as you may remember was so bummed that he and his girl could not be there. Hoping to have all 6 next year!

1. Beach

Since our condo is right on the beach, of course there are going to be beach days! Day one was the perfect day out there!

Swim  Top HERE (I loved it)

 

2. St. Ambrose Cellars

Mr. Nine and I discovered this place a couple years ago and it is the neatest outdoor brewery and winery with the big red barn showcasing live music. It also has great spots for photo opps.

My Top HERE // Shorts HERE

 

3. Parade

Finally! The past two years, the 4th of July parade was canceled due to Covid and road construction! While it wasn’t quite as big as it has been in years past, this is one of my favorite things in our favorite town!

My Tee HERE// Shorts HERE

4. Italian and Ice cream Night

The night of the Fourth of July, we had a lovely Italian meal at a new Italian restaurant in town and afterwards we went to an ice cream shop that we walked by gazillions of times and had never been in it all these years! What were we thinking, the Scoop is just adorable!

More on this outfit 

next week..entire loo under $75!

I was hoping #5 would be Fireworks. Sadly, the fireworks got rained out and our kids had to leave the morning of the fifth. Mr. Nine and I watched them that night, but it just wasn’t the same.

Here we are ..sad after they left

 

5. Misc. Fun

POSTS OF THE WEEK

Wednesday ~ Cabana Life Cute Vacation Looks

Thursday ~ One Top and One Bag Styled 5 Ways

COZY EARTH

My beloved Cozy Earth has a new collection, the bamboo ultra-soft collection. I’m taking it to the streets as these pieces were meant to be worn out and about not just cozy at home! And I have a generous code for you for 40% off, I old so much Cozy Earth and I just love it! One of my Fav Vacay outfits!

Use Code CLOUDNINE40

Shop Cozy Earth  HERE

THAT VIEW

My Posies are looking so pretty...Just look at this view in the Back!

STELLA MAE

Our baby girl turned seven months this week! Such a sweetie! 

Reunited!! Somebody was happy to see mommy and daddy!!

And there's that Necklace set I wear all the time..

bought 7 on Prime Days for gifts!

Happy July Weekend Friends!!

Linking up with  Friday Favorites  // Metamorphosis Monday

xoxo

My friend Laura always says this is me, sweet!

FRIDAY FAVORITES...LET THE CHILL TIME BEGIN

This girl is kind of checked out today because tomorrow is one of my favorite days of the whole year! You know what I’m talking bout, enjoy the 4th festivities and let’s get to the favorites!

1. Pearl Stud Earrings

I'll be wearing these Perfect Pearl Stud Earrings

all week long on the beach while I am chillin'! These little stud earrings compliment any Summer outfit and are so darling. These dainty little cuties are sweet, sophisticated and simple. The stunning Akoya Pearls are totally enchanting and luminous in the sunlight especially.

They are perfect for some earring sweetness by the pool or at the beach and the perfect amount of luster. I love these Gorgeous Diamond Studs too.

so cute!

2. Americana Cuteness

You know how Fourth of July festive I love to be so these are some of the recent purchases to be just that! All such good deals! And totally CHILL!!

Clockwise from Top Left:

Dress HERE // 'Merica Tee HERE // Red Dress HERE // Blue Dress HERE // Star Spangled Tee HERE // Flip Flops HERE // USA Sweatshirt HERE// American Girl Tee HERE // Red Tassel Earrings HERE

3. Week's Attire

Tee HERE and HERE // Shorts HERE // Flip Flops HERE

Tank HERE // Pants HERE & HERE // Sandals HERE // Earrings HERE

Top similar HERE & HERE // Hat HERE // Leggings HERE // Hunter Boots HERE & HERE

4. Liverpool Casual Cuteness

DAY IN THE LIFE

On Monday, on Instagram stories, I shared an ordinary summer day in the life in collaboration with Liverpool!! These are just a couple of the darling Liverpool outfits I wore that day showcasing my best life in good ole’ Indiana! I saved the stories entitled “Day In The Life” in a highlight if you want to check them out in my profile.

This outfit is beyond comfortable, I love the fit and feel of the white tee and these Linen Pants are everything I live for in the summer!

Threw on the cutest white cotton blouse from Liverpool with a hat and jeans to run some errands.

5. Misc. Fun

POST OF THE WEEK 

Tuesday ~ 20 Summer Outfit Ideas

Wednesday ~ The Hat at it’s Best

MELLO CHOCOLATE

Chocolate that helps you relax! I am all in! This yummy and decadent Mello Chocolate has L-Theanine and lemon balm in it and it’s so so delicious. A couple squares of this and you’ll be relaxed in no time. 

Might take some on vacay!

And use my code to get a deal on a bundle:

cloudnine20

CITY BEAUTY

It seems like my dear friends at city beauty are coming up with new products all the time! Their new Body Sculpt Firming Complex is a nourishing body serum that firms the look of loose, sagging skin for a younger look. Packed with rejuvenating Whey Protein, Shea Butter, & Avocado Extract, it helps reduce the look of cellulite, stretch marks, and visible veins to give a smooth, flawless-looking finish on areas like the stomach, thighs, buttocks, and legs. As always, here’s my code:

CLOUD9 for 15% off your entire order 

and while you’re there, get some of my favorite lipgloss, the City Beauty Lips in Sun Diego!

DR. MARTENS

Dr. Martens or as we used to refer to them, “Doc” Martens! Oh my goodness you guys, I have not owned a pair of these in years! I recently got a pair of Voss Leather Strap Sandals in white and I am in love! Dr. Marten’s continues to be such a high-quality shoe brand! Love owning a pair of sandals and I think they are going to look super cute with a white bucket hat and a little summer dress. Like walking on Clouds!!

MEMES

This will be Mr. Nine off he finally decided to let me have a doggie!!

AND ALWAYS....

Make someone smile and I hope you smile all Festive Weekend long!!

Linking up with  Friday Favorites  // Metamorphosis Monday

xoxo

THE BEST DAY

I’m back and yes, up to my ears in laundry and to do’s but before I have our Lake Michigan vacation recap ready for you, I at least wanted to share our favorite day; our best day of the trip. The first full day of our trip was last Sunday, and it also happened to be Mr. Nine’s Birthday! 

 The above pic was from the sidewalk I walk to get to the bakery.

Of course, we started the day off with a bakery run. Well "I" ran walked to the bakery and brought back the goods. 

Then it was time to work off the doughnuts with a hike. There are soooo many hiking trails in Northern Michigan. Baldy Trail is the perfect hike. Trail in woods up to dunes and an amazing overlook of Lake Michigan. Someone had even created a miniature gnome home at the base of a tree in the middle of the hike. 

The views are spectacular. 

So much FUN!!

The Wildflowers were gorgeous!

We went down a few lanes to take a look at different lakes. There are 33 alone in the county where we stay. Down one little lane was the CUTEST lemonade stand. It was decorated so precious, just look at the sign. The sweet little lemonade seller was even wearing yellow. 

Lunchtime! We went to a highly recommended spot called the L'Chayim Deli. Great croissant sandwich!

Next it was time for some beach Badminton! Last year we got the most fabulous portable badminton set. It’s under $30 and we love it! It didn't get great reviews but we'd give it 5 stars. it's Perfect. It Folds down to a neat little portable carry set, even holding all the rackets. Mr. Nine and I won one game, but the boys were the champs winning the series. 

BUY BADMITON SET HERE

Next it was time for Mr. Nine to open all the birthday presents we brought him. He had a boat load to open. This is a favorite whiskey that I surprised him with from out loves distiller in a bag made of old recycled whiskey barrels.

His choice for dinner was the Iron Fish Distillery. It’s out in the boonies and we just love it there. Outdoor entertainment, great cocktails, wood fired pizzas and all kinds of games. Of course, we played some corn hole and once again got beat by the kids, lol. Our favorite pizza was called the “sassage” and I loved that many of the cocktail specials were made with fresh strawberries since it’s strawberry season up there. 

What I wore to dinner....

BUY DRESS HERE 

AND THE DRESSES ARE BUY 1, GET ONE 75% OFF!

On the way back, one of the boys suggested Ice cream and we were all in. Next to our own town’s ice cream shop, our vacation town’s is 2nd best and so cute. I love that they have kiddie cones! The perfect size for me. They’re lemon custard is to die for. 

Lake Michigan sunsets cannot be beat! We made it back lakeside just in time for one of the prettiest of the week. It went from orange hues to cotton candy. Spectacular! 

Such a great day with our sweet fam and what a way to celebrate the guy who makes these fabulous vacations possible! 

 We didn’t get many photos of the 4 of us on this trip but I did pull out the remote for this evening, but we were laughing so hard at my clicks, this was the best one, lol. 

It's the little days like this that make life Grand! 
HAVE A WONDERFUL WEEK SWEET FRIENDS!

LINKING-UP with Inspire Me Monday// Lou Lou Girls Fabulous Party // Creative Monday's // Creative Muster Party // Wonderful Wednesday's Blog Hop  // Metamorphosis Monday// Friday Favorites Link Party // Let's Look with Erika and Shay // Encouraging Hearts and Home

xo