Wednesday, September 28, 2016

What's Up Wednesday

It's the last Wednesday of the month, which means I am linking up with Sheaffer, Mel and Shay for What's Up Wednesday!



What We’re Eating…

We had a tiny bit of a cool front here which means I foresee soup on the horizon, but for the most part this week it’s been simply, quick family-friendly meals like tacos, spaghetti, and meatloaf.  One of my favorite meatloaf recipes I actually found on the back of a Quaker Oatmeal box years ago.  It’s easy to throw together, and the best part; I usually have all the ingredients on hand.  


Click here for the recipe.

What I’m Reminiscing About…

Ranger Baseball in October!  Eeek!  There's nothing better than watching baseball when it's cool outside!  Come on Rangers, let's do it this year!



What I’m Loving…


We were in the upper 90's this weekend, so you can imagine I was overjoyed to finally have a cool, rainy Fall day!





What We’ve Been Up To…


The chill wasn't even out of the air yet, and we hit up the pumpkin patch with my mom last Saturday.  




 The kids picked out a few pumpkins...


Wandered through a hay maze...


And watched a pig eat a tomato???


You know, all typical pumpkin patch things...



What I’m Dreading…



What I’m Working On…

I've been working out for about three months now and am starting to notice changes, especially in my arm strength (which I never really had before).  I remember the first week I worked out my trainer said to bring your exercise ball on Friday for Ball Day.  I thought that sounds fun, like we're going to play a game of beach volleyball or something.  Newsflash...it's not a game.  Most of the exercises we do with the ball focuses on strengthening our core which I desperately need after three children.  

This is my goal by January...


So, yeah.  I just realized my trainer reads my blog, and now I've committed to that.  


What I’m Watching & Reading…

Like everyone else in the blogging community, I am hooked on This Is Us. Even though I have only seen two episodes, I already feel so invested in the characters.   




I had the goal of reading one book this month.  I started reading Uninvited, and although I really like it...I'm still on page 20.  I have a hard time finding uninterrupted down time to read.  



My new goal is to finish this book by 2017.  

What I’m Listening To…

Silence, which reminds me...



What I’m Wearing…

Some of you may remember that I got Red Hunter Boots for Mother's Day, but I haven't had much of a chance to wear them, BUT I am looking forward to cooler weather and hopefully some rainy days so that I can break these out again!  I actually look forward to getting out on rainy days now!




What I’m Doing This Weekend…

My mom and I are going to First Monday Trade's Days in Canton!  Does anyone else think it's odd that it's called First MONDAY Trade's Day...yet it's not open on Monday?  (It's open Thursday-Sunday BEFORE the first MONDAY).  I guess "The Weekend Before The First Monday Trade's Day" was too wordy.  


If you haven't been there and are near by, you should definitely check it out.  I've only been two other times, but am always overwhelmed with how big it is!


What I’m Looking Forward To Next Month…

Two of my children have October birthdays, so we're in full out birthday planning mode around here.  I can't wait to see them enjoy a day surrounded by the people that love them most!  

This little guy will be FIVE years old!!


And, this sweet princess will be THREE years old!



What Is Your Favorite Fall Recipe…

My favorite thing to make in the Fall and Winter is definitely soup.  I plan on sharing some of my favorite recipes over the next few months.  In the meantime, check out Andrea's Pumpkin Palooza for tons of yummy ideas, including this Pumpkin Monkey Bread with Maple Drizzle!


That's what's up with me this Wednesday.  What's up with you?

Emily

26 comments:

  1. LOL at the pig and the what you're dreading picture. I just want the election to get here already!

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    1. What will the media talk about once it's over though! Ha!! It seems like these two have been in the headlines forever!

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  2. You had me at pumpkin and maple, my mouth is seriously watering! October is a busy month the for us too. Each weekend is taken...2 birthdays, our anniversary, & the Savage Race, oh and of course Halloween. I'mean jealous of your cooler weather and your boots!

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    1. Don't be too jealous of the weather, it's pretty warm here again this afternoon!

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  3. I love This IS Us too!! Sounds like Oct. is going to be a busy month for you with all the celebrations! Have a good week.

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    1. The last few minutes of last night's episode was such a cliffhanger!! I can't wait to see how it unfolds!

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  4. What I'm dreading...yup, in total agreement! Your weather forecast looks wonderful. It seems like Houston is about 5-10 degrees warmer, but I will be grateful just to have some cooler mornings!

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    1. This morning was pretty nice, but it's pretty warm here again! It's better than last week, though!

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  5. Oh yes girl, I can't even hardly stand to look at the picture of those two from your dreading! You will be rockin those Hunters all season along with your toned biceps!! Thanks so much for the shout out, makes this pumpkin loving girl happy!! Birthday babies in the house, always love planning their special days! Speaking of special.....you, my dear, have a most lovely day!!

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    1. I'm excited to wear my Hunter boots!! Thanks for the outfit inspirations, friend!

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  6. I LOVE Canton! We went in May! So fun!

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    1. How far is Canton from you? We may have to plan a blogger weekend there sometime!!

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  7. Sometimes back-of-the-box recipes end up being the best kind of recipes!

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    1. You're exactly right! I've been using that meatloaf recipe for years & it never disappoints!

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  8. I love This is Us!!! I am so glad I decided to give it a chance last week. I have not been to Canton since before we had kids!! I hope you have fun this weekend.

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    1. This Is Us is the best show I've seen in a while! I can't wait for next week's episode. Last night was such a cliffhanger!!

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  9. EEK.....I love your Red Hunter rain boots!! I want a pair!!
    and the election....oh lord...I can't even!

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    1. Thank you! You need a pair for all your Bulldog wear!! :)

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  10. Thanks for the meatloaf recipe. Chase loves meatloaf... me not so much, so I don't have a good recipe for it. This one looks really simple. Will have to try!

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    1. Yes, definitely try it...or have him try it! Ha!!

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  11. I've read Andrea's What's Up posts before, and I love them! The pumpkin patch looks like so much fun! Sadly, our youngest declared last year that he had outgrown the pumpkin patch... :-(

    I only saw last week's That Is Us episode and can't wait to watch this week's tonight. I don't think I've liked a show that much after the pilot in a long time.

    Love your red Hunters!

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    1. Hi Andrea! If you liked the first episode of This Is Us, you're going to love last nights episode!! Sooo good!!
      I'm going to be so sad when we outgrow the pumpkin patch phase!! It's one of my favorite traditions. If I'm being honest, I'm pretty sure my teenager has outgrown it, but humors me anyway!
      Thanks for stopping by! Have a great rest of the week!

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  12. I just LOLed at what you're dreading...me, too, sister... me.too. My momma is going to Canton this weekend - hopefully she will pick us up some wrapping paper! Hope to get to our pumpkin patch soon!

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  13. Meatloaf always makes me feel so good! I wish I was coming to Canton..I've never been!! Can you believe it? What days are your October bdays? We have 6th, 18th, 19th, 20th!! It's a crazy month for sure.

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  14. This Is Us has totally sucked me in. So good!! And that meatloaf looks delicious!

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  15. Oh my gosh, isn't This is Us fantastic?! I am loving every single second of it. It just seems so real and raw. I can't wait for more!

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