Living on Cloud Nine: Hummingbirds

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FRIDAY FAVORITES MOM'S WEEKEND

Hi friends! Hope you had a great week and are looking forward to a sweet weekend! Mr. Nine and I drove round-trip nine hours last Sunday to check out something we’ve been dreaming about. We thought it was going to become a reality, but this week got our hopes and dreams dashed. Not going to say it wasn’t a sad couple of days, but we are blessed beyond measure, and we pick ourselves up, dust ourselves off, and know that when something doesn’t work out, it means it wasn’t meant to be. We can still dream, and we know that dream will someday be a reality that I hope to share with you all when it happens. I still found lots of JOY this week to share with you.

THINKING OF YOU

I feel Mother’s should be celebrated every day of the year. And for many it is a HARD day!! Just know I see you and I love you. For those of us still lucky to have our mama’s, thank God each day for that. To all of you who are moms, know you incredible, did the best you could, and you are to be appreciated and celebrated. It's a hard but wonderful gig!

TEA WITH MOM

Speaking of being blessed to still enjoy time with my mama, to kick off the Mother’s Day celebrations, mom and I went to a Mom & Me tea at an historic home bed-and-breakfast in a local town. Just Lovely! We even got to see the guest rooms...all so quaint!

The outside is pink!!

DRESS HERE // SHOES HERE // BAG HERE // NECKLACE HERE

CHECKERED SHOES

40% all sandals Now thru Sunday Target! Sooo many cute ones like these Checkered Ones I got. Comfortable and Darling!

Just look at all the cute ones! I own 3 of these but also think I’m going to order Pearl Embellished and Cherry slides.

Pearls on Raffia HERE //Black HERE // Cognac HERE // Cherries HERE // Bow HERE // Shell on Raffia HERE // Woven Like Birks HERE // Checkered HERE // Blue Foil HERE // Rhinestone Embellished HERE

PROTEIN BOWL

One of my easiest protein bowls yet and packing the biggest protein punch! I had bought some chocolate peanut butter protein powder awhile back and wondered what I was going to do with it. I love vanilla protein powder, but I’m not big on the chocolate but let me tell you this easy protein bowl is just right. You mix 3/4 cup of plain Greek yogurt with a scoop of the chocolate peanut butter protein powder, and add a scoop of PB fit protein powder. Mix well. Melt 1 tablespoons of semi sweet chocolate chips smooth on top stick in the fridge for 20 minutes add a dollop of whipped topping, I use the so delicious coco whip, and some berries if you would like. 51 g of protein and oh so delicious!

NATURE/HUMMINGBIRDS

A hummer was first spotted on May 1st at one of our feeders. Then I didn’t see him again until Monday night sitting on top of a feeder! Thank goodness I had my phone in my hand to get a pic. AND saw 2 fighting yesterday morn.

ONE TWIN PIC LITERALLY….US CHEESIN'

LAST YEAR MOTHER'S DAY....Pic for Title AI Cartoon Image

EXTRA LOVE AND HUGS TO EACH AND

EVERY ONE OF YOU CUTIES!!!

Linking up with Momfessionals // Between Naps on The Porch // Thursday Fashion Files // I Do deClaire // Hello Monday // Sunday's on Silverado // Life and Linda

xoxo

WHAT'S UP WEDNESDAY OH MY JULY

Happy middle of Summer, middle of the week, my friends! July has been jampacked, and I am absorbing every second. Let’s get to What’s Up Wednesday with Shay and Schaefer. This post is jam packed and I think you’ll love it!

1: WHAT WE’RE EATING THIS WEEK: All kinds of summer goodness including Fair food and a breakfast at a great diner in Cincinnati called Sugar & Spice. But I did so bad on 2 trips this month that it’s back on the healthy food wagon for awhile.

I’ve also made my Sheet Pan Mongolian Beef, Turkey Crescent Bake, and lots of these salads.

2. WHAT I’M REMINISCING ABOUT: of course, always reminiscing about up north (Michigan), the hunt for property is on!

3: WHAT I’M LOVING: Flowers and Hummingbirds. Friends, a hummingbird perch is really a thing. They will sit on there to overlook their food source i.e. my hummingbird feeders. Mom got it for us. It took one a while to start doing it, but now he is. I caught it on camera through the blinds. Get one here HERE

LOVELY LEMON Colored HIBISCUS

The Front of the HOUSE this Year and all the LOVELY Bubblegum Pink Petunias!

AND buying all the things for the baby girls. Recently I got them a bunch of outfits; this is one for next summer. Get these outfits HERE! (On clearance!!!!) LOTS of Baby Clothes on clearance.

4: WHAT WE’VE BEEN UP TO: So much! Just to name a few. We went to the country fair with mom to see the most amazing “clean” comedian (no vulgarity or cussing) named John Crist and Laughed for 2 hrs straight. Saw a drone show at the Fair, we went to Cinci to see a boy, his girl and had a blast at a Reds game and Mr. Nine got a new Raptor (truck, lol)

5: WHAT I’M DREADING: Summer coming to an end BUT I LOVE FALL.

6: WHAT I’M WORKING ON: The Baby Shower of course! SO MUCH FUN! It’s going to be absolutely spectacular. I will have a post or 2 completely dedicated to the shower because I know it’ll be fun for y’all not to mention inspiration for parties.

Many of the things I am buying, but of course I am crafting some of my own banners, posters, displays, etc. I created this of the daddy to be to go on the cookie table; a photo when he was one month old right after a feeding. So cute.

How adorable is this Feather lamp?

Look at these two big sweet bunnies that are going to go up on a shelf.

7: WHAT I’M EXCITED ABOUT: Well, I think that’s a given, having first time grand babies, celebrating with everyone at the shower; looks like there’s going to be dozens of people attending!

8: WHAT I’M WATCHING & READING:

Watching

The Bear, Hijack, and the reboot of Justified on FX.

Reading

Twenty Years Later. Get it HERE.

9: WHAT I’M LISTENING TO: Always Country, classic country, 80’s and Classic Rock

AND

I’m finally on the podcast train: Smartless and Net Positive right now. Thinking about starting my own.

10: WHAT I’M WEARING: mostly shorts, T-shirts, bathing suits, but occasionally getting dressier, lol

Top HERE // Pants HERE // Necklace Set HERE // Sandals HERE

Dress HERE (under $25..so flattering) // Necklace Set HERE // Sandals HERE // Earrings HERE

11: WHAT I’M DOING THIS WEEKEND:

Quick Girls Trip

Dinner with Friends aka the Work Wives

Working on Baby Shower Stuff

12: WHAT I’M LOOKING FORWARD TO NEXT MONTH: The Baby Shower, a trip to Mackinac Island, Soaking up lots more Summer…

13: FAVORITE AMAZON FIND: So much lately, which I will share soon, but HOW this makes me FEEL is definitely a Favorite. Electrolyte replacement with half a pack first thing in the morning has changed my life especially during this crappy menopause stage. GET IT RIGHT HERE!

Hope your week is going GREAT!

LOVE YOU ALL!

LINKING-UP with Momfessionals Friday Favorites // Metamorphosis Monday // Thursday Fashion Files // Mix and Match Mama // Love your Creativity // Hello Monday // Sundays on Silverado

xoxo

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.