FRIDAY FAVORITES.....STARS & STRIPES SORT OF

Whoohoo, it’s FRI-YAY! I’m celebrating because yesterday, the Dr. got all the stupid squamous skin cancer cells and it’s just a matter of healing now with the stiches. Hopefully the scar won’t be too bad but so happy to have it DONE!!

I’m calling this the Stars and Stripes edition with this sweater in case you want to get a jump on something cute for Memorial Day and the 4th, but no need to rush it. Heck, it’s going to be so cold here in Indiana, flowers are once again covered and anymore pool days look faaar off.


1. Potting Bench

With my love of flowers, of course I have always wanted a Potting Bench! I got this one from Yaheetech and it is so nice. My sweet son put it together and it’s adorable. It’s also very functional. There’s even a spot on the side with hooks to hold my gardening tools.

 

It has Spacious working/storage space: Measuring 112x46cm/44.1x18.1" the large tabletop covered with galvanized metal sheet providing a corrosion-resistant and ample placing/working/crafting space. Apart from the drawer under the tabletop, the slatted shelf and the roomy cabinet at the bottom offer open storage and enclosed space to satisfy various storage needs.



Check out all kinds of amazing products from Yaheetech HERE


2. More Nature
Nature just keeps throwing us beautiful blessings!
BABY ROBIN'S

Remember Last Week I showed you the robins’ eggs? Well, those sweet babies hatched last weekend and I caught them very very hungry. I got away quickly so mama could come feed them!


AZALEA

Why oh why don’t azaleas bloom longer? This one bloomed its beautiful orchid color this week, but it will be gone before you know it. Such a shame with such a little bloom time on these beauties!


BLEEDING HEART

I also showed you my bleeding-heart plant on Instagram last weekend. Many of you have never seen one before. This is the first year that it has really thrived. So many blooms and they actually look like hearts bleeding out the bottom.



3. Week's Attire
Top HERE // Sandals HERE// Jeans HERE // Necklaces HERE & HERE

Overalls HERE // Bandana HERE // Sneakers HERE // Henley HERE

Dress HERE // Necklace HERE // Earrings HERE // Sandals HERE

4. Stars and Stripes

Stars and Stripes forever! Memorial Day will be here before we know it and dare, I even say Fourth of July because I don’t want to rush it but you know I love me some patriotic gear! This Stars & Stripes sweater from Wooden Ships is so so cute! Perfect with White jeans.

YOU can get 15% off at Wooden Ships with CODE: 

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Speaking of that, I have not decorated my Americana Tiered Tray yet. 

I need to get on that!


Necklace HERE // Sandals HERE // Bandana HERE // Sunnies HERE

5. Misc. Fun
POSTS OF THE WEEK
Wednesday ~ The Scoop

MEMES


MY MOM

Lots of hugs have been giving to mama the past couple weeks since I have been able to hug her again after our vaccinations and best of all, she will spend Mother’s Day at our House for Chinese and maybe get in a walk. Restaurants will just be too crowded and it’s too cold for alfresco dining. BUT look how beautiful she looks. I gave her this Elfrida Smokey Quartz ring from German Kabirski early but can’t wait to shower her with love on Sunday. She is a sweet gift to me and all who know her. I think part of my struggles turning 50 last month is the overwhelming mortality of my parents, my extended older family and my sweet Mr. Nine. I can’t bear it, so what I will do is treasure every second I get to spend with them. My mom and I can once again enjoy outings, shenanigans, beach days, etc and you can bet, I’ll hug her every time we part!! 


Happy Weekend my friends!! 
Happy Mother's Day to all the mom's, aunts, grandmas', fur moms, friends, mentors....no matter happy or sad, near, far or in heaven, may sweet memories and LOVE surround you! 

Linking up with  Friday Favorites  // Metamorphosis Monday

xoxo


THE SCOOP

Let me let you in on a little scoop: Walmart really does have some fashion finds from time to time. Like high quality stuff here kids. There is one particular line that I have never been disappointed by and that is Scoop Clothing Line!



This Green Baby Doll Dress is so darn precious! I’ve seen several high-end dresses like this one and you cannot beat the price here plus I think the Kelly Green color of this one is way prettier than some of the others I’ve seen. I happened to have lace up Kelly green sandals to match but any neutral will do because this beautiful Kelly green speaks Spring all on its own!

 

BUY DRESS HERE // Another Kelly Green Dress from this Line HERE // Kendra Scott Earrings HERE // Leopard calf hair Cuff HERE // Similar Espadrilles HERE


I've shown you this Top before and it is my absolute FAVORITE from the Scoop Line this year!! The color you guys, Pink Lemonade Loveliness!!!

In a previous post, I called the color watermelon, and got so excited to use the song “Watermelon Sugar” in my Instagram stories but in all actuality, the color is pink lemonade. No matter what you call it, this top is forever going to be a favorite, I just know it. And I won’t lie, there are some cheap a$$ stuff at Walmart....the juniors line is atrocious. But some of the lines have really upped the ante here. 




Here’s the scoop on a line I’m not sure of yet because of this dress fail below. 

Another line at Walmart that is supposed to be so good and comparable to Madewell is the line Free Assembly . While the Dress I’m going to show you here is pretty well-made, the sizing is way off and I’m just not feeling it. Thinking maybe if I try a top, I will have better luck. But if you like preppy, this might be a line you want to try out. I had high hopes for this dress because I loved the color and oddly enough the shade is called "WATERMELON DELIGHT," lol! But no! See my Instagram Stories for proof why it was a potato sack fail although it looks so cute from on in this photo.


Dress HERE // Necklace HERE// Sandals HERE // Sunnies HERE

Have you had Walmart fashion luck lately? 


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AMAZON...INTO THE WARMTH

We are itching towards summer kids! It’s that time of the month for Tanya's Amazon Prime Link-Up and I thought it be great to share some things that I buy when the warmer weather arrives!

 1. Gingham Dress

I love anything gingham. I saw this DRESS on Lindsay of Lindsay’s Sweet Worldand it looked so darling on her. I love that it comes in several colors. So lightweight and cool for summer.


2. Affresh Washing Machine Tablets

You may remember last month, I showed you the afresh coffee pot Cleaning Tablets and I was so impressed with the job they did. I saw that they also make them for Washing Machines along with many other devices. I’m sold on this Brand. Like REALLY SOLD!!!



3. Bloom Booster

Many of you have asked me what I do to keep my flowers looking so pretty and good fertilizer truly is the key. In addition to regular Regular Miracle-Gro, every two weeks, this Bloom Booster is a great way to get them “blooming” so to speak! This is a really good price here on Amazon.



4. Pearl Flip Flops
Sandal embellishments like studs and pearls are all the rage! These Flip Flops are jus tprecious!And I’m even seeing jelly sandals making a comeback! Combine the two and these are super cute at a super great price!





5. Hose w/Sprayer 

Oh, how I love a flexible hose, LOL! This is a great price with the combination sprayer, and it seems like we need a new Hose almost every year.






6. Lightweight Fringe Homemade Earrings
I do not like heavy earrings at all. These little Fringe earrings are handmade and so lightweight and come in the sweetest colors!


7. Berry Container

I eat berries almost every single day and love the local fresh ones I can get here in the warmer months. I usually just leave them in their own containers, but they don’t last as long. These Berry Containers come in several colors and are great at keeping your fruit fresh longer.



8. Books

I know this is weird, but I am one of those people that reads way more in the summer months than I do in the winter months. Lisa Jewell is such a great author of thrillers. Here are a couple really good ones of hers.

The Family Upstairs and

The Truth about Melody Brown



9. Bug Zapper

We absolutely love sitting outside on the patios but those pesky bugs, especially mosquitoes can be problems. I’ve heard people swear by this particular Bug Zapper. Growing up I never thought they worked that well, but I’ve heard they’ve come along way and people I know love this one and it’s decent price!





SOOO MUCH AMAZON GOODNESS



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