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Friday Favorites!

Happy Friday!!!!  We made it! 

 I don’t know about you, but this week has been crazy busy for me.  Not only after work, but at school, too.  We started a new novel unit on Tuesday this week and even though I love it, starting a new novel unit is always exhausting.  Especially this one.  We’ve been learning lots of background on Judaism since our novel begins with a Seder meal, and because I don’t know much about Jewish traditions/rituals, I’ve had to really research a lot!  (If anyone reading this is Jewish, I have some questions for you!!)

Today I’m linking up with some of my FAVORITE blogs to share some of my FAVORITE things!

This is my #1 FAVORITE today!!!  I have an hour long massage scheduled for after school today, so I’ll be counting down the hours until I’m experiencing complete relaxation.



 Since we were out of school on Monday for the MLK holiday, I ran a million lots of errands.  And it was 70 degrees?  I have a hard time dressing for weather that isn’t seasonal.  I threw on this really comfy Southern sweatshirt (a FAVORITE) but paired it with flip flops.  I felt weird about that (but it was hot!) until I saw lots of people in sandals 😂



 Since one of my goals this year is to eat healthier, I’ve been enjoying new recipes and figuring out how to incorporate more protein and fiber into my diet.  I made a wonderful new recipe (coming to the blog soon!) and it started out looking like this–super colorful.  It was really pretty!  A new FAVORITE for us.



For me, fashion doesn’t have a political affiliation.  I don’t care if you’re Republican, Democrat, or neither, if you dress great then I’m going to enjoy looking at your clothes.  I enjoyed looking at the clothes Michelle Obama wore, and now I’m really excited to see all of the clothes Ivanka Trump will wear.  I saw this yesterday on my IG and this dress immediately became a FAVORITE.  Very classy!  Can I find something with a big bow in the back that I can wear?!


Anyone else watching this show?  It’s my new FAVORITE!!  Even though I don’t quite agree with the concept of losing weight in order to “get revenge,”  I am loving the transformation that you get to watch.  It’s encouraging!  I love watching people workout and talking about eating healthy, so this show is right up my alley.  If you haven’t watched this yet, it comes on Thursday nights!


What are some of your FAVORITE things?



Linking up with Erika, Heather, and Amanda

24 Hours in Memphis

Part of my Christmas present (bought in November) was tickets to see the Red Hot Chili Peppers in Memphis this past Thursday!  I was really excited to get to visit Memphis since I wasn’t able to go run the St. Jude’s Half in December.

So this past Thursday morning, Dustin and I loaded up and headed to Memphis for a mini-vacay.  We didn’t leave as early as we should have (probably my fault 😜).  We originally had planned on arriving in Memphis at lunch time and eating lunch at the famous Rendezvous BBQ joint.  Well, we stuck to that plan even though we didn’t get to Memphis until almost 2 PM!


 I was planning on getting chicken but they weren’t serving the full menu at that time so ribs it was.  I ordered the small slab, and learned quickly that I’m not a fan of dry rub ribs.  I ate three only because I was starving and gave Dustin everything else.


We walked over the The Peabody so I could see the ducks.  I thought the fountain would be a lot bigger.  Anyone else feel the same way?


 We explored Beale Street and I was pleasantly surprised to find it a lot cleaner and way less rowdy than Bourbon Street is in the daytime.



 Our concert venue was right behind Beale Street and we learned that the Westin hotel would have been the perfect hotel!  Right across from the Forum and right behind Beale Street.  **So if you plan on going anytime soon, stay at the Westin no matter what the price is!  It would be worth it!



 We stayed at the Sheraton and had an end room.  It was slightly curved and had a ton of windows–not all were able to fit in this picture.  It was a really nice room and our view overlooked the river!  The best part?  The bed was actually really comfortable.  We have a Tempur-Pedic mattress, so you know nothing compares.  We both talked the next morning about how comfortable the bed was.



 Dustin quickly connected to wifi (remember our text message conversation?) while I painted my nails haha!



sweater / jeans (same brand) / flats (same brand) / purse (same brand)
Concert outfit!



 We grabbed dinner and an app at Huey’s downtown, and let me just say, this was so good! I couldn’t get my picture to turn and upload to this post, so you may have to turn your computer, but I had the Old Tyme A1 and you can see how cheap the prices are.



 I did not order fries since I splurged big time on this hamburger.  Doesn’t it look amazing?!



 We were lucky enough to get parking passes that had direct access to the level our seats were on.  I was so pleased with this set up.  And Dustin waited in line patiently to be let in to the Forum.  What a good husband 😉



 It was an AMAZING concert!!!  In terms of entertainment, I’m ranking it in my top three and Dustin ranks it as #1.  I promise, well-worth it!
 Breakfast the next morning was another great recommendation near The University of Memphis.  We ate at Cafe Eclectic and I had the Rachel Wrap.  It was eggs, bacon, cheese, onions, bell peppers, avocado, and tomato.  THE BEST!  I couldn’t even eat it all so Dustin finished this one too haha!  In his defense, my breakfast was much better than his so he was really excited to get to eat this.



 Driving through the campus



 And we found their stadium….. #thingsyoudowhenmarriedtoDustinShaneyfelt



 We also spent 500 2.5 hours in the massive Bass Pro.  



 And some of us tried on clothes (and bought lots).  One of us didn’t buy anything the entire trip…… 😉



We stopped at Corky’s in Olive Branch (another recommendation).  Guess who had what–one is healthier than the other haha!  I enjoyed my salad and Dustin enjoyed his nachos AND banana pudding.

It was a really quick trip since we had to go hunting the next day, but we both agree that we’ve got to go back in order to visit lots of the museums and Graceland (on my bucket list 😜).  If you’ve ever been to Memphis, what are some must-do things you recommend?


Linking up with Jenn

Weekend Recap!

Happy Monday, friends!  I’m out of school again this week for MLK Day, so I’m taking this day to get everything done that needs to be done–grocery shopping, laundry, returning a few items, etc.

I had a busy and full last few days!  Dustin and I went to Memphis Thursday night, so I’ll be recapping that trip later this week, but for today I’m going to recap my weekend!


 Friday morning we woke up, checked out of our hotel, and headed to breakfast near The University of Memphis because of a friend’s recommendation.  It was amazing!  I’ll talk more about this later this week!


 We drove through the campus and I noticed they had tons of strangely painted tigers.  The crazy colors must be a thing for them??



 We also drove by the stadium because when you’re married to Dustin Shaneyfelt, you’ll find any college football stadium.



 Then we went to the Bass Pro Shop at the pyramid.  IT WAS HUGE!!!  So big that they had a lodge inside on the 2nd and 3rd floors, and they were mini cabins.  It was amazing.  Would I want to stay there?  No, not my style BUT I would want to tour those cabins!



 Poor Dustin has a huge head, so he can’t wear just any type of hat.  He put this toboggan on and I died laughing because it made his head look even bigger.  He knew that meant it was blogworthy 😉



 Saturday morning we were up at 2:30AM to leave for my first trip hunting.  I took this picture right before I (that’s right, I) spotted our first deer.  We saw 8 during that morning’s hunt!  I also frequently reminded Dustin that I deserved a trophy for hunting while being sick haha!



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 I wish I had a picture of my entire outfit because I looked comical.  I had on Dustin’s pants from high school, an old camo shirt of his, and his jacket I bought him last year–all 3 different patterns of camo.

We didn’t see anything except a rabbit during our afternoon hunt.  I learned a lot during that day–hunting has LOTS of rules, and it’s really hard for me to stay still.  Can you really expect a teacher to be able to sit still for a long time?!

 I’m smiling because I know that once I get home I can shower and use indoor plumbing 😉



Sunday morning was church, lunch at home, and then we spent a few hours deep cleaning the house.  Mr. Shaneyfelt washed baseboards and then told me we needed to get our cleaning lady back for once a month deep cleans haha!


We also watched the Packers beat the Cowboys at the very last seconds of the game 😕

How was YOUR weekend?


Linking up with Biana