What's Up Wednesday

It's that time people! Time to catch up on what's been happening around here for the past month with Shay, Sheaffer and Mel.

What we're eating this week...
Whole30-ish. Emphasis on the "ish" since I implemented some flexibility. I'm getting into a busy time with work and just summer in general. Plus, the schedule of a firefighting family is anything but routine. I also miss bread. I've established some ground rules for the bread: only at breakfast on mornings that I walk. I love the Thomas Double Protein English muffins. They have a touch of cinnamon that really adds to the flavor. They are great with peanut butter or even as part of a savory sandwich with bacon or sausage.

What I'm reminiscing about...
A couple of things. First, our wedding. My brother's wedding is just weeks away at this point and it has me thinking about our big day. They sent me a picture of the cart after the booze trip to Sam's Club and it reminded me of the evening Danny and I made that trip. It was so ridiculous and fun. Also, I'm excited to hopefully re-create this picture.

Right before the ceremony started, my brother and I shared a Crown Royal drink. I had glasses made for the moment that said "For every king, a Crown" and they were great.

Second thing I'm reminiscing is this sweet babe that would sit still. My mom shared this Facebook memory yesterday. Those cheeks! And how tired do I look?!

What I'm loving...
Getting up at 4:40 am to go walk! I've never been a morning exerciser. I've tried various activities... T25, 30 Day Shred, running... and nothing ever clicked. But a friend of mine that I started walking with last fall texted me last week to see if I wanted to start walking in the morning. I'll do about anything for some adult socialization these days so I said yes. We've went 2 days already this week and are going again tomorrow. I'm probably going to be exhausted come Friday night.

I also did a T25 workout because I was feeling ambitious, so that contributed to the results.

What we've been up to...
Danny has been working his butt off between his full time firefighting job, his part time firefighting job and his side business of mowing and handyman work. We're both looking forward to him having a bit of downtime next month. I've been doing the same old song and dance and Tucker is too. I call May the "calm before the storm" at work. It'll be acreage reporting season before I know it and I'll wish there were more hours in the day.

What I'm dreading...
Nothing really. I was supposed to take Tucker to the dentist today but we uncovered a dental insurance mess up so that isn't happening at the moment. I was dreading the appointment so I'm not too bummed.

What I'm working on...
Something like this for the mudroom. Mine will be painted grey, there will be another set of 3 and they won't be beautifully decorated. They will be more functional since that is the purpose of the mudroom.

I have exactly 1 painted. So this will probably take weeks upon weeks.

What I'm excited about...
My brother's wedding. And this.

Tucker's head is going to explode when we do this. We are going in about a month with our neighbors who have a little boy a few months younger than Tucker.

What I'm watching/reading...

They suckered me in. And they've got Danny too and he almost can't handle it. He doesn't do well with cliff hangers and if you're watched any episode, they all end with one! We have the finale left and I'm dying to watch. From the beginnings I've compared it to Pretty Little Liars. I have so many theories and I know its this person, then something else happens and you're clueless. Its the FBI version of PLL.

What I'm listening too...
My favorite song right now is Livin' the Dream by Drake White. In true Erin fashion, it plays on repeat.

What I'm wearing...
I'm not wearing them right now, but I will be as soon as these puppies hit my front porch.

I've been on the hunt for new black sandals since my favorite pair bit the dust last summer on our cruise. Per usual, Toms came through. They are on sale AND I get 4% cash back on Ebates AND they qualify for free shipping. Come to mama!

What I'm doing this weekend...
Not camping that's for sure. I'm not bitter or anything. Danny works Saturday and Monday so its just not possible. We may go visit our friends at the campground on Sunday, but that's about our only plans at the moment.

What I'm looking forward to next month...
The wedding. Thomas. My husband being home more.

What else is new...
Just the walking before the sun comes up.

What am I looking forward to this summer...
A couple camping trips! One as a family to Michigan and to visit friends in Ohio, then one with my BFF and her husband for an adults only trip. She needs some kid free time, as all parents do from time to time.