Week Highlights: Thanksgiving Edition

Can you believe this couple above {us!} just took their first week-long vacation since they were married over two years ago? It's true {and kind of sad}, but don't worry, this isn't the last of these long vacations - we're hooked!

So where did we go on our trip? Down to California to see my mom for Thanksgiving! She just relocated this summer and we hadn't been down to see her new surroundings yet. Unfortunately, I neglected taking many pictures, but I do have this awesome 'grandchildren' shot that was a pretty big deal since we haven't all been together in years.


Other {non-documented} highlights include:
*Exploring my mom's new town.
*Spending quality time with my brother.
*Seeing aunts & uncles & cousins galore.
*Eating at Thanksgiving dinner for a week.
*Black Friday shopping.

We arrived back in Oregon late Friday night just in time for another Thanksgiving dinner with the Grable family on Saturday!


It was so nice to have us all together for the first time since this summer. The day pretty much consisted of two things: food & conversation. Both which were wonderful as usual!

It would be silly to say it's not great to be home, but I also miss all the family we spent time with over the last week. Can't wait for the next get together {on both sides} and the one thing I can say is I hope it isn't as long as the last time!

What I Wore Wednesday

{Wednesday}
Top: Macy*s
Skirt: Anthropologie
Tights: Hue
Boots: Forever 21

{Thursday}
Sweater: Gap
Top: J.Crew
Leggings: Hue
Socks: Target
Boots: Forever 21

{Friday}
Sweater: Urban Outfitters
Top: Gap
Jeans: Calvin Klein
Boots: Costco

{Saturday}
Top: Gap
Leggings: Hue
Boots: Forever 21

{Sunday}
Jacket: Anthropologie
Top: Anthropologie
Leggings: Hue
Socks: Target

{Monday}
Top: Anthropologie
Jeans: Gap
Boots: Forever 21

{Tuesday}
Jacket: Anthropologie
Top: Land's End Canvas
Pants: Anthropologie
Shoes: Anthropologie

Because it's Monday...

And I'm already celebrating the holidays, here is a {photo-heavy} list of a few of the things I'm most thankful for this year:

A mom who is so happy in her new surroundings!

A peace of mind when thinking about our sweet Buster.

And the new fondness between Lily & I!

A SIL joining the {already awesome} Grable family!

And the baby that will be joining these proud parents above in May!

The friends who have made time for me when I know their lives are already busy enough!

And a husband who makes me laugh everyday!

Boy, do I feel blessed! Happy Thanksgiving all!

Love: TOMS

{image from here}

I'm going to guess TOMS isn't a new name to many of you, but I had to give a little shoutout to the company that keeps giving*. Basically, if you buy a pair of shoes from them, they turn right around and give a pair of shoes to a child in need. Sort of makes you feel better about buying more shoes, right? ;) I know one girl {me!} who would be pretty excited if a {size 8} pair found it's way under my Christmas tree this year!


*I was not compensated for my thoughts above, just sharing my own little opinion.

What I Wore Wednesday

{Wednesday}

Sweater: ModCloth
Tee: Gap
Jeans: Calvin Klein
Shoes: Clarks

{Thursday}
Top: Anthropologie
Pants: Anthropologie
Boots: Forever 21

{Friday}
Top: Gap
Pants: Calvin Klein
Heels: Clarks

{Monday}
Sweater: Gap
Top: Anthropologie
Pants: Old Navy
Shoes: Clarks

{Tuesday}
Top: Anthropologie
Pants: Downeast Basics
Wedges: Target

Because it's Monday...

And the middle of November is already upon us, my mind has begun thinking about this year's Christmas cards.


Head on over to my review blog & check out a few of my favorites from Shutterfly!

Love: The Heaters!

Yesterday, I had the privilege of spending the day with my favorite little guy. And his parents, of course! We played the drums, made animal sounds, & ate some cheese {Levi's favorite!} to name a couple things. Totally worth the 2+ hour drive both ways to spend a couple hours with this family!

The Heaters are not new to my blog {see 1, 2, 3, & 4} and this won't be the last. I foresee a long friendship with this family, even if we are states apart!

What I Wore Wednesday

{Wednesday}
Jacket: Columbia Outfitters
Necklace: Anthropologie
Tee: Victoria's Secret
Jeans: Calvin Klein
Flats: Privo

{Thursday}
Top: Macy*s
Tank: Coldwater Creek
Pants: Gap
Heels: Born

{Friday}
Tee: Land's End Canvas
Jeans: Calvin Klein
Flats: Urban Outfitters

{Saturday - Multnomah Falls}
Scarf: Target
Jacket: Columbia Outfitters
Jeans: Gap
Boots: J.Crew

Note to self: convince husband take more
pictures of you like this one!

{Monday}
Sweater: Eddie Bauer,
hand me down from SIL
Tee: Anthropologie
Jeans: Calvin Klein
Wedges: Target

{Tuesday}
Sweater: Land's End Canvas
Top: Gap
Jeans: Downeast Basics
Boots: Forever 21

Because it's Monday...

And we didn't get home until late last night {from a jam-packed weekend} , I only have energy to post one of the pictures that Sam took of his Uncle Howard's family at Multnomah Falls on Saturday. Nonetheless, a good sign to our good weekend!


Happy Monday!

Love: Linen Poppy by ShabbyFlower*

{via}

ShabbyFlower's Linen Poppy reminds me of the classic look of Emersonmade, but at a fraction of the cost & a special cause to support. All proceeds from this shop will go to help them with their international adoption costs. So if you're in need of a little spring-time bloom for the upcoming winter, check out ShabbyFlower's Etsy shop!


*I wasn't compensated for anything I wrote above, just a big fan of handmade items!

And if you're still looking for more, I've added a few things to eBay worth checking out!

What I Wore Wednesday

{Wednesday}
Jacket: Columbia Outfitters
Top: Gap
Tank: Francesca's Collection
Jeans: Downeast Basics
Boots: Forever 21

{Thursday}
Top: Anthropologie
Tee: Downeast Basics
Jeans: Calvin Klein
Flats: Naturalizer

{Friday}
Pin: Just Expressive
Vest: Gap
Tee: Downeast Basics
Pants: Anthropologie
Boots: Forever 21

{Saturday}
Top: Anthropologie
Tee: Gap
Pants: Nike
Slippers: gift from MIL

{Sunday}
Top: Anthropologie
Skirt: J.Crew via eBay
Tights: Hue
Boots: Forever 21

{Monday}
Sweater: Nordstrom
Tee: J.Crew
Jeans: Calvin Klein
Wedges: Target

{Tuesday}
Sweater: Downeast Basics,
hand-me-down from Kristi
Tee: ModBod
Jeans: Gap
Boots: Forever 21

Weekend Highlights: Pumpkin Carving!

On Saturday, Sam's family {with the exception of my SIL, Krista - hope you're feeling better!} made the trek over to our house for a little pumpkin carving & birthday celebrating. Some of the highlights below:

The creativity was certainly in full force with the pumpkins this year. While some were a little serious about their pumpkins {myself...}, others were just silly - portrayed above by my BIL Matt!

My inspiration came from our pup Lily, using the stencil I posted about a couple weeks ago. It was a lot harder than I anticipated, but turned out pretty cute if you ask me.

And the secret is out {I was given the 'okay' to post on the blog} - I'm going to be an auntie in May!!! The onesie above was a birthday gifts to my SIL for the new baby! To say we are excited is a huge understatement!

Other things not highlighted by pictures:
*Never ending birthday gifts for Laura. {Happy Birthday today sister!!!}
*Crock pot full of homemade chili.
*Mini pumpkin cakes, brownies, & ice cream, oh my!

As usual, the day flew by thanks to this group of people. I am a big fan of holiday traditions with this family and can't wait for next year's carving party!