Happy Friday and (almost) weekend! And LONG weekend at that (if you’re in the US and are off work for Memorial Day)!
Parts of this week were fast, but then parts of it seemed to drag on. Was yours like that?
Regardless, we made it, and now I want to talk about this week’s highs and lows (and eats, duh?). I’m joining in with Kate for “Top 3 Friday” once again, and I’m also linking up with Heather for “Friday Favorites.”
Top 3 Eats
Hamburgers, fries + fresh corn on the cob (courtesy of the hubs). // These were some of his best yet. The fries were crispy, the burgers were juicy and full of flavor, and the corn was sweet.
Lentil & mushroom tacos. // This was another Thug Kitchen cookbook recipe, and, despite being a little messy, it was quite delicious.
Sausage, green apple, red onion & tomato pizza. // It’s not the prettiest, but it delivered lots of flavor.
Top 3 Lows
Bazooka has a bit of a cold. His teachers mentioned that basically every kid in his class has a cold, and luckily there’s no fever or major sleep disruptions.
I know it’s really minor, but I’m frustrated that I don’t have more free time to devote to learning how to use my camera (or more free time to sleep, haha). It’s just part of being a working parent; I wouldn’t trade the moments with Bazooka for anything, but I’d be lying if I said I didn’t miss having free time.
My sleep hasn’t been so great the last few nights, and it’s not because of the babe. Hopefully I get back into a restful groove soon!
Top 3 Highs
I purchased my new URL and self-hosting! // I’ve been planning it (and alluding to it) forever, but over the weekend, I finally just said “let’s do this!” Much like Kate, I’m having issues transferring files, but I’m not going to stress it. I’m also getting really close to picking out a header. Yay! I hope to be up and running before the end of June, but we’re just taking it one day (file?) at a time.
I finally moved to my new office/department at work. // This has been a long time coming (first talk of it was last fall, and then I was supposed to move in January, and then April…) and I’m excited for the changes. The program I have worked on for almost 9 years is wrapping up, so I’m very grateful the company values me as an employee and is relocating me rather than letting me go. It will be different from what I’m used to (a lot of coworkers vs my own little bubble), but I’m ready for it.
Awesome walks outside. // It’s starting to get crazy hot already, but this week was really beautiful. I’m glad I have those 20-30 minutes to myself during the day!
Top 3 Links
An Exercise in Self-Love // Erin’s Inside Job
Why I Don’t Like The Healthy Label // Beauty In Christ
Being OK With Not Being OK // Blissful Lyss
- Pick a category (or few) and tell me your top 3.
- What are your weekend plans?
Thug kitchen is great isn’t it? I feel like a badass when I cook from that book 🙂 good luck with the self hosting! My high of the week was buying new bowls/dishes to use for photography. Small steps, but it’s fun.
Yes, I love it! Plus it’s hilarious.
Ooh, new bowls/dishes sounds like fun. I’m sure they look great.
I need to get my hands on that cookbook! I’ve heard great things about it. And heck yes to burgers!
I’m really excited for your job change for you. I think just switching things up from what we’ve been doing, even if it isn’t life changing, can really keep our brains a’ growing. If you need any help with the URL stuff let me know. I can at least try to help and let you know if blue host is trying to steal your money- haha!
Haha, I’m trying again this weekend to transfer stuff, but I may need to reach out to you! It’s frustrating and I haven’t even really talked to Bluehost yet, so I’m sure they’ll try to con me into buying crap I don’t need. Totally agree about the job change. I’m excited to “keep my brain a’growing” and be challenged, even if it’s in minor ways. 🙂
Thank you so much for including my post!! I’m sorry you haven’t been sleeping well- that is the worst! Congrats on getting your own URL too- so so exciting! Have a wonderful day love!
You’re welcome Lyss. Yeah, it’s a bummer, but luckily I slept pretty well last night. Hopefully this long weekend will do me some good. Have a great weekend!
Yummmm one of my favorite parts of summer is grilling out! That burger dinner looks absolutely delicious. Props to your hubs!
It was so yummy! He’s definitely master of the grill – I’m too scared to burn my face off, haha.
Wow looks like some great eats–those lentil mushroom tacos look awesome! Congrats on the URL change!
Thank you! I’m so ready to get everything up and running. And the tacos were really tasty.
Thats quite the good looking desk, must be nice! Congrats in getting your own url, it’s a ton of work but worth it!!! I dont really even like hamburgers but that one is looking real delish!
Yes, the desk is a HUGE step up from my last! This burger was tasty, I think it could make a believer out of you, hehe. 🙂
Man I could go for a GOOD burger right now. I’ve had two burgers since I got to HI and both were terrible! There is nothing worse than a bad burger to me.
So with the camera thing, time is definitely a factor, but I’ve had mine for over a year and I really feel like I JUST started forcing myself to make time for it. And what that means for me is taking it legit EVERYWHERE. I honestly feel like experimenting with pictures and the camera has taken over my life. I feel like the best photos are in the places you just see and are like yup, that’s an awesome shot. I started seeing life in terms of “shots,” as silly as that sounds. You will so get there though. I think even if you actively try to learn stuff, you continue learning forever. I still feel like I have no idea what I’m doing with my camera at times even though I know the features!
So excited for your redesign! I’m glad you’re feeling good and excited about it 🙂
Aw man, I hope you find a good burger on the island soon. Or find a grill once you find a permanent home/rental! 😉
I think this weekend we’re going to go to the park and random places so I can practice. If my house and neighborhood were prettier, I’d have a lot more options to practice after work and just during the week. I totally get what you mean about seeing your surroundings in terms of “shots.”
I’m feeling great about the design too! 🙂