Cruising + FRIDAY FAVORITES (clothes too) + Your Running Accomplishment!

This. Was. So. Much. Fun.

My mom and I went on our first ever morning walk together.  I’m sure as the weeks go by and I’m doing less running and more walking that this will be happening all of the time together.  We had a blast and my mom CRUISES.

I started off with 5.2 miles @ 9:07 average by myself and then I met my mom for a 3.5 mile walk!  We went to the shadiest place and just walked and talked.  I loved it.

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My mom came over for a bit and then the kids had two of their friends over for a few hours!  We then had toast and carrots for lunch.

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Andrew had a big test yesterday (he passed!!) and I took the kids to an indoor playplace for a while (you couldn’t pay me to go to a park in the middle of the day at this point of the year ha).

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What happens when you search the house like crazy for two matching shoes.  Of course Andrew found the missing shoes a few seconds after looking for them when he got home.

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A chicken pot pie sounded really good yesterday (theme of this pregnancy = I want all of the comfort foods and no sugar unless it is fruit).  THESE WERE SO GOOD.  I made these little chicken pot-pie cupcakes (I added cheese on top, used the bigger biscuits ((Grands Pillsbury biscuits)) and cooked them for about 13 minutes, not 20 like the recipe called for) and they were so easy and so good.

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Along with a side of steamed broccoli and grapes (plus another 1.5 pot pies for me before bed).

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Even the kids really loved them… it’s hard to find dinners that everyone is excited about:)

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We did our weekly family night (we sing songs, have a lesson and make some treats once a week together)!

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And I made a treat that I found on Pinterest that I thought the kids would love.  They were funfetti bars with M&Ms and sprinkles, let’s just say they did not turn out like the pictures on Pinterest:)

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The kids had a few bites and somehow that transformed into insane amounts of energy right before bed.  Beretta was busy trying to catch a fly… she usually gets 1 out of 4 flies that we have in the house and it always makes me happy.

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Time for a few Friday Favorites (w/a few affiliates)!!!!

*This song.  I can’t stop listening to it.  I’ve loved Regina Spektor for a decade now and this is my current favorite song of hers.

*This picture of my sister with her youngest boys!  Her family is on vacation and those little smiles just made me so happy.

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*I’ve really wanted to cook again.  I haven’t had this strong urge to really cook in a very long time so I’m happily embracing this… maybe this is a form of very early nesting?

*That Brooke likes to sit and study (ehhh try to figure out) the ultrasound of her little sister.

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*Our vacuum stopped working so we took it back to Costco and they seriously have the best return policy!  We got a different type/brand of vacuum and I am officially in love with this one.  Things like this make me really happy.  I want to vacuum twice a day now;)

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*I had a few of you recommend the invisi bobble hair ring to use instead of a ponytail.. I just ordered some and cannot wait to try them.  I didn’t wear a ponytail to bed last night so that’s an improvement.

*Bisquick.  I haven’t bought bisquick in ages but this week it is just doing something for me.  I so look forward to big fluffy pancakes now.  I ate this after my walk yesterday morning and for about 7 minutes I was thinking, ‘oh goodness, I am so beyond full right now.’  And then all of the sudden my brain thought, ‘I could definitely go for a snack right now.’  My hunger is out of control and I am loving this so much more than the weeks of not wanting to eat anything!

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THE NORDSTROM SALE is here now for everyone (early access is over:) so I thought I would share some of my favorites and things I am thinking about getting!

*Shoes—>These black sneakers are a need, these booties, Kork-Ease (the most comfortable shoes) black booties, and I love my jack purcell sneakers and I love these white ones on sale.

*Activewear—> I’m in love with this white jacket, this pullover, this hoodie, my favorite Brooks capris are on sale, this vest (I LOVE running in vests in the fall), this pace tank, these mesh leggings and this Adidas tank.  PS awesome sports bras are on sale—>  The Fiona, Juno, FineForm and Rebound Racer (all really good bras)!

*Other stuff—> this dress,  this dress (maroon), these t-shirts ($15.90!), these t-shirts too (I love a good t-shirt), this long sleeve top, this sweatshirt, I love my Paige jeans, this tote, this tote too, I love these sunglasses, and I want these black jeans.

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As always, you guys are amazing!  Send in any of your running accomplishments to [email protected]

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Allison!!!  “This past weekend I ran the Her Tern 1/2 Marathon.  Although I have run a few full marathons and quite a few 1/2 marathons in the past, this was my first 1/2 marathon since having my little girl, Claire, last August.  Being a mom has completely transformed my world and has changed my focus to being as healthy as I can to be a role-model for her.  During those 13.1 miles, I thought a lot about Claire and how I wanted her to be proud of me.  The race went really smoothly up until mile 12 when my IT band and left knee started to ache—but I just thought about Claire and my husband who were waiting for me to cross the finish line which gave me the little boost I needed!!  Here is a picture of her congratulating me at the finish line.  PS—If you or any of your female readers are looking for a 1/2 marathon to do in Alaska, the Her Tern 1/2 Marathon is AMAZING!! The mimosas, cupcakes, massages and handsome gents handing out bracelets at the finish line just make this race a must do event!”

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What are your Friday night plans?

Since I’m in this cooking surge… will you share any of your favorite dinner recipes with me (I might like cooking now but I still want simple recipes too ha:)?

What is your run today?  I want the details please!

What is your favorite chore to do around your house?

-Vacuum.  

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Those pot pies look delish! I think maybe some of your photos didn’t upload………..just fyi!

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No big plans for tonight. I’m dogsitting for a friend, and I’ll probably just spend most of the evening applying for jobs in California. I’m really excited about moving there, but I need to find a job!!

I don’t do much cooking, but my favorite thing to make is a simple stir-fry. I just throw frozen chicken and veggies into the skillet with some olive oil, and I top it with cheese, avocado and ketchup. It’s super easy and delicious! :)

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That’s so fun you got to walk with you mom! I bet it’ll be nice thing to continue throughout the pregnancy. I love Pinterest for finding recipes but hate when my finished product looks worse than the pictures lol.
Let me know what you think of the hair ring you bought! I feel like my curly hair would get stuck in it. Have a great weekend Janae!

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i love to vacuum!
Tonight I’ll be chillaxing. I’m working tomorrow and will be on my feet for 6 hours taking photos so tonight I’m staying off my feet as much as possible. Kinda sounds like the day before a marathon :)

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I couldn’t see any of the photos :(

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NOOOO I am so so sorry! My web developer is working on fixing it! Can I ask you if it is happening on your phone or computer? Safari or Chrome? THANKS Samantha for letting me know!

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no photos either! Chrome, laptop.

I really want to see the pot pies! When I was pregnant with #2 I was like you-all the comfort food and nooooo sugar. Later on in that pregnancy I was all about the DQ Blizzards-banana split was my favorite.

Happy Weekend!

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Chrome, laptop!

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Hey Samantha… I think I fixed it. Would you hate checking for me and letting me know if they still aren’t showing up? THANKS!

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It’s fixed! Hope you have an amazing rest of your weekend

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No photos here, either. Chrome, PC.

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Same! Can’t see the photos. on my laptop using chrome.

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Congrats to Andrew for passing his test. That’s an awesome way to begin the weekend. Is your half marathon this weekend or next?

By the way not sure if your photos aren’t showing up. I’m on iPad now, so it might be different for others on PC.

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THANKS HOLLIE for letting me know. So weird, my web guy is working on it right now so hopefully it gets going soon! So I thought it was this weekend but it is next weekend haha! When is your next race??

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My favorite chore around the house is definitely cleaning the kitchen. Seeing the kitchen clean and shiny really makes me happy.

I don’t have a run planned for today, but I’m really craving hot dogs! So I might go out and get some.

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I am heading to the beach today to spend the weekend with friends :)

Some easy (kid approved) go to recipes I keep in my arsenal are tacos, smoked chicken and veggies, breakfast for dinner, spaghetti, and burgers.

I am meeting friends for a 5 mile hilly loop. We’ve all been out of town for vacations so it’ll be extra nice to see everyone!

My fav chore is wiping down the kitchen. I love the smell of clean and it’s at the center of our home so it’s extra nice when it’s clean.

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Shady walks are the best on hot summer days. Sometimes it almost feels like I’m cheating. BTW, I don’t know if I’m the only one, but I couldn’t see any of your photos in today’s post.

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Walks are the best for listening to podcasts :)
My dog and I ran a couple miles on the trails today – I kept it nice and easy.
I love to vacuum too! I bought a Shark last year and am obsessed with it. Isn’t it crazy how we are at a point in our lives where we are excited about a vacuum cleaner? ;)
Have a great weekend Janae!

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I couldn’t see the pictures either! I love vacuuming as well–I’m convinced no one in my house can do it as well as I can, so I that is the one chore I want NO help with! I’m a dork.

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I am so sorry Shana! Thank you so much for telling me! Is this happening on your phone or your computer!! HAHAH I am the exact same… that is MY chore to do:) I love it! Enjoy your weekend Shana!

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We’re heading to Nordstrom to check out the sale tonight! I’m so excited and I’m hoping that there’s some good stuff left!

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-Finishing a project for school. Nothing exciting. But going to a baby shower on Saturday! :)

My go to for quick dinners is steak! Literally just take a sirloin steak— season it with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic, and cumin to taste/smell (I cook a lot by smell)… then drench it in some Worcestershire sauce and about a 1 tbsp of olive oil and make sure you rub it all over the steak. You can let it marinate if you want… but when I’m pressed for time, I simply put it on a skillet with a little bit of olive oil.. and cook it :)

Just doing a quick 3 miler today. My knee is slightly sore and I am afraid to hurt myself more— so taking it light!

Everything. Aside from cleaning the bathroom. I am a clean freak! Haha ! :) But— if I had to pick ONE thing— it would probably be cleaning the kitchen. Biggest peeve is seeing a dirty kitchen.

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None of the photos showed for me :(

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Shoot! I am so sorry Florence! Can you let me know if this is happening on your phone or computer? My web developer is working on it now! THANKS for letting me know and I hope you have a fabulous weekend!

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can’t see photos

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Thank you so much Mallory for letting me know! Is this happening on your phone or computer? Trying to have my web guy figure it out! THANKS!!!

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hi it’s happening on my mac/ safari

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I can’t see any photos either.

I’m 24 weeks pregnant and now Biscuik pancakes sound really good right about now!

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BUMMER! Thanks for letting me know Brandi! Is it on your phone or computer that it isn’t showing up? CONGRATS on your pregnancy and I hope you have some pancakes asap!!! Keep me updated on how you are doing!

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Whenever I go home, I love morning walks or runs with my mom! Such a special thing to share with your mom.

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No photos came through here too….

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BUMMER!! I am so sorry about this… I have my web guy on it right now! Is it on your phone or computer that this is happening!? THANKS KATHY and I hope you are having a beautiful day!

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Me too, on any browser I try on my computer :(

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So glad the photos are fixed…the pot pies look amazing!! ;-)

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OH YAY!!! So it is working for you now… on the same computer that you tried to earlier today?

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Love the mini chicken pot pies!!! I will try them!

I love to make a big chicken pot pie. With shortcuts, its pretty easy.
I sautee chopped up celery, onion, and carrots in a frying pan. Probably about a heaping cup of each – or one huge onion, 2-3 carrots,2 or 3 stalks of celery…. doesn’t have to be exact. (Mushrooms sometimes make it into the mix).
Then I add an extra spoonful of butter (about 2-3 more tablespoons) and sprinkle about a 1/3 cup of flour over everything. Then pour in about 2 cups of chicken broth, and 2 cups of milk and stir until it makes a thick gravy. Add in leftover rotisserie chicken. Then dump everything into a prepared pie crust (I just buy mine! but feel free to make your own). And bake until the crust turns golden brown (I usually follow the directions for baking the pie crust into a pie on the package).

Your pinterest project cracked me up! Looks like what would happen to me. Have you seen the website http://pinterestfail.com ? Its photos of the original cutesy idea next to the result of an average person trying to make it!

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Okay, Melly… that sounds AMAZING! I’m going to have to make this asap! HAHAHAH THANK YOU for the pinterest-fail website… I don’t feel alone anymore:) I hope you have an amazing weekend and thanks for sharing!

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I love that you and your mom connect like that! I have to work tomorrow so I’m edited by the podcast together and getting to bed early after some “deep couch sitting.” My favorite chore around the house? Procrastination of the chores.

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Those chicken pot pie cups look SO good and they are so cute! My uncle makes the best pot pie – he uses cheddar cheese and mashed potatoes. Sounds weird, but they are such good additions.

One of my favorite things to make for dinner is just roasting any kind of fish in olive oil and a ton of random spices and then also roasting sweet potato chunks and broccoli with a bunch of garlic until it is super crispy. Easy, healthy, and really good!

Tonight Chris and I are going out to dinner at an old little Italian restaurant with his whole family :) Have a great weekend!

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I can’t see the pictures either :( I’ve tried on my desktop, chrome browser. I also tried on my iPhone by following your page link in the google app. Happy Friday! <3

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Thank you Alyssa for letting me know! If you get a chance… will you let me know if they are working now? I think we may have fixed it!

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Yep, working now. Thanks!

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OH THANK YOU!!!!!!

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Those mini pot pies sound delicious!

My recipe suggestion: http://www.skinnytaste.com/baked-spaghetti-squash-and-cheese/

I love spaghetti squash when used as a pasta substitute and this is one of my favorites (I loooove cheese :P). She also has a lot of excellent recipes that are pretty quick!

My weekend plans: drive to Tucson to pick up my wedding dress and hash out final wedding plans (3 weeks and counting!!!). I’m so excited for it!

Hope you have a great weekend!

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Those mini pot pies sound delicious! I will have to try those soon!

My recipe suggestion: http://www.skinnytaste.com/baked-spaghetti-squash-and-cheese/

I love spaghetti squash when used as a pasta substitute and this is one of my favorites (I loooove cheese :P). She also has a lot of excellent recipes that are pretty quick!

My weekend plans: drive to Tucson to pick up my wedding dress and hash out final wedding plans (3 weeks and counting!!!). I’m so excited for it!

Hope you have a great weekend!

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Those funfetti bars look AMAZING! Funfetti anything is my favorite.

I’m glad you got some invisibobble hair ties! Let me know how it works out for your (wearing mine right now)!

I’m going on a mini road trip with my boyfriend tomorrow morning. We’re driving to Maine to see one of my friend I haven’t seen in FIVE YEARS because she lives in Spain! I can’t wait. I hope you enjoy your weekend Janae! xo

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O my seeing Brooke with those pictures makes me want another!

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Hey Janae, I’m a little late to reply, but one site I love for simple, healthy kid friendly dinners is Marin Mama Cooks.

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vacuum lovers unite!

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