Happy Friday!!! I think it may be time to abandon the roman numerals I usually use to designate these posts since “Things I’m Loving Friday XXX” might give some people the wrong idea. Sexyyy!
How are you guys doing today!? We have lots of activities on the agenda this weekend, so I’m more than ready to kick off the fun. But first, let’s hop to it with your usual Things I’m Loving Friday post where I share some of the things I’m loving this week!
As always, please feel free to share something that’s making you smile in the comments section. I always love reading about the things you’re loving lately!
Things I’m Loving
- Gopher Tortoise Sightings
On nearly every walk Ryan and I have taken with Sadie this week, we’ve seen a gopher tortoise or two. A gopher tortoise sighting is always exciting since they’re a protected species and on an early evening hike on Wednesday, we stumbled upon a baby (pictured above)! Sadie thinks gopher tortoises are quite boring, but Ryan and I think they’re awesome and love watching them create their underground burrows.
Hilarious. And so, so true.
- Healthy Kids Day Donations
Tomorrow is Healthy Kids Day at my gym and I am so grateful for the incredibly generous donations we have received for this special event. I reached out to a bunch of the companies I have worked with before (or those whose products I love!) and was floored by the enthusiastic responses I received. I cannot wait to drop everything off this afternoon and see everyone’s excitement. Thank you so, so much to Blue Diamond, Nature Box, Kashi, Ayala Herbal Water, General Mills and Stonyfield for your generosity!
- (Faux) Horn Watches
I’m not sure why it took me so long to purchase a (faux) horn watch, but I’m glad I finally bit the bullet and bought one when I saw a great deal for a Kenneth Jay Lane watch ($57!) on RueLaLa a few weeks ago. My sister has been wearing the horn watch Ryan and I gave her for her college graduation for years and I love the casual look of the watch and the way it is a little more subdued than a flashy gold watch. I’ve been wearing my new watch non-stop and like the way it can be dressed up or dressed down. More gorgeous horn watches: Ann Klein watch, Michael Kors watch
- My Birthday Weekend
My birthday is this Sunday! Truth be told, I don’t really feel like it’s my birthday, but I have a feeling I’ll get into the spirit a little more once the weekend festivities begin. Ryan has a birthday date planned for tonight and we’re going to a BBQ/bonfire party at my friend Heather’s on Saturday night! Plus, my friend Laurel and her husband are spending the night with us on Saturday, so there’s lots to look forward to this weekend! (Oh, and the above picture was from my birthday two years ago. An absolutely awesome birthday on a cruise ship with some of my best friends!)
I first tried these eye makeup remover pads in Sarasota last week and it was love at first swipe! My friend Carrie packed them in her toiletry bag and let me use them during our mini vacation. I was so impressed with the way they easily removed my waterproof mascara. They’re also incredibly gentle and I knew I needed to pick some up for myself ASAP after I said goodbye to Carrie. I am loving them!
Past Things I’m Loving Friday Posts
Question of the Day
What is one thing you are loving this week?
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Well happy early birthday!!! A cruise birthday sounds like SO MUCH FUN!
And I’ve seen that tank top- so hilarious, and so true, agreed!
This week I’m loving my body pump classes! For obvious reasons 🙂 Hope you have a great weekend!!
Julie,
I hope your birthday weekend is fabulous! I’m heading off to a family wedding in Northern California … and I’ve got cowboy boots in my bag to wear for the barn reception.
I remember seeing gopher tortoises when I lived in Florida, I believe they are a protected species actually.
And those make-up remover pads are awesome, I haven’t bought them in a while … thanks for the reminder.
Have a good weekend!! 🙂
Have a blast at the wedding!
Happy Birthday to US! My Birthday is on Sunday too 🙂 Hope you have a great weekend!
Birthday twins!!!
From one dog lover to another, this video will guaranteed put a smile on your face. Happy Friday!
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=492009624233277
That shirt is wonderful!! So stinken adorable and funny!! Happy early birthday!! My dads birthday is Sunday too. Hope you have a great day!!
Happy Early Birthday!!! Mine was on the 27th last month.
This week I have been loving my healthy homemade fruit smoothies with my new Matcha Green Tea powder! It’s my new obsession. Have you tried it before?
I’m also really pumped because I’m going on my first run today after taking 2 weeks off to rest a foot injury. Not being able to run has really killed me and I will no longer take my feet and the ability to walk/run for granted.
Happy Birthday!!!!!
Thank you!!
Haha! I LOVE that tank! So very true.
Yay for birthday weekends! I love when birthdays fall on the weekend! Have a blast!
Aww we’re almost birthday twins (mine is Saturday)! Happy Birthday doll!
Happy almost bday!
happy early birthday, julie! my birthday was earlier this month, as well. april babies are the best – not that i’m biased or anything 😉
hope you have a GREAT weekend!!
That XXX part is hilarious! LOL
I’ve never tried those eye makeup remover pads might have to look into trying them!
Hope you have a wonderful birthday weekend!
How cute is that tortoise! I’d be excited if I spotted one on a hike, too!
Have a great birthday 🙂
that shirt just made my day! I fwd it to my husband as a bday gift idea hahaha
Happy early bday to you!
Happy Birthday Julie!
My half marathon ( Nike Women s Half Marathon in DC) is on Sunday as well, and I am looking forward to it!! Very nervous- its my second one:)
Good luck to you!!
I LOVE that watch! And YAY for birthdays – do something special for yourself!
Happy (almost) birthday! I’m sure once the weekend begins and you wake up with lots of “Happy Birthday” wishes, it will feel like you’re birthday. I know that sure made my day feel super special a couple weeks ago. 🙂
Yay have a happy birthday weekend!!
I really need to get a new watch. I used to wear one all the time but got out of the habit a few months ago and miss it. Yours is adorable!
Happy early Birthday!!! Have a great day, week, month, and especially…Year!!!
Happy Birthday!
Love the watch! I used to wear a huge Michael Kors watch, but my boyfriend bought me a smaller one because “the one you wear looks like a men’s watch.” Haha. It is MUCH lighter, I must say.
Happy Birthday 🙂 So I love those eye makeup remover pads too, but as an fyi, Costco sells them in a large bundle at a cheaper price than the drugstore!!
Enjoy the weekend 🙂
Ah! Those tortoises are so cool! I’d love it if I could spot one of them on my walks….although I’m not sure they’ll be likely in inhabit Philly anytime soon 🙂 Also, HAPPY EARLY BIRTHDAY! xo Kelby
I started back running this week, and while I was out on my travels I saw loads of rabbits and bunnies. That made me smile. It is the simple things 🙂
Those tortoises are too cool! My dog is the same way about all the lizards/iguanas we have here. One thing I am loving this week is getting back into blogging and running! I took a little hiatus when I had my baby but now I’m back in action and it’s so motivating/fun!
Have a wonderful birthday weekend!! I am loving everything mango!
Happy Almost Birthday Julie!! Have a great weekend.
I use the almay liquid eye makeup remover, but the pads would be 2 in 1!! I’m loving that I’m laying out by a pool right now trying to get my tan on! Have a great birthday weekend!!
I love those horn watches and have been on the lookout for the perfect one. Thanks for the shopping tips!
Happy almost birthday Julie! Have a great weekend.
Happy (almost) birthday!
That watch is pretty–and oh my goodness, that tank top?!?! MUST have it. hahaha
I’m loving birthdays! Was mine on Monday and I’m not really a huge fan usually but got some wonderful presents and going on a very belated dinner with a big group next Saturday night! Happy Birthday in advance!!!
I use those eye makeup remover pads too and they are awesome!! AND you can almost always find coupons for Almay products which makes them even better!
HAHAHA Tripple x on the things you’re loving would be hilarrrrr. Oh my god, I totally need to buy that ABSsssollutely tank. That’s totally me. My husband would get a kick out of it (and not be surprised).
ok lololollll I just bought that tank. YAY! Hahahahahaha
Happy Birthday!! I’ve seen that tank top all over the place! So cute haha. I’m also loving my HIIT workouts this week. Such a great way to fit in a quick sweaty workout when I’m not in the mood to go to the gym or do a long workout.
Happy birthday!!! Hope it’s a wonderful and fun-filled weekend!
Happy early birthday!!!! I hope it’s fabulous! I need that shirt hahaha!
Have a great birthday!! I actually do not like the Almay eye makeup remover at all. It stings. Neutrogena is by far the best!! 🙂 different eye sensitivities, I like to basically dowse the cotton ball and stick it right in my eyes. Lol
Happy early birthday! I will always remember your birthday because as of last year, it’s my wedding anniversary too! Good things happen on April 27th 🙂
HAPPY BIRTHDAY WEEKEND! 🙂
Had my last undergraduate class today! Graduating college next weekend!!!! So excited!!! Happy birthday 🙂
Happy Early Bday! Sounds like a fun weekend of celebrating ahead. How adorable is that baby turtle?! I’ve used those Almay pads before, and they are wonderful! I’d forgotten about them. I’m definitely going to have to pick up a new pack soon.
I am loving my new foundation I got from naked! It was a little on the expensive side but perfect! Doesn’t give you that cakey look but makes your skin look flawless and feel oh so smooth !
Saw a baby gopher tortoise this week on a trail run. > https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10152448699946004&set=a.10150728393041004.448095.511761003&type=1&theater
Happy Birthday! Mine is on Monday! Us Taurus are the best:-)
I have those eye makeup remover pads too and they are the best! Love the watch too! Have fun at your birthday party!!
Happy birthday weekend!
Your xxx joke made me laugh way too loud!
Happy Birthday!
Happy Birthday Julie!
I have been reading your blog for several months, I love it! This week I turned 25 and started my own blog – my quarter life crisis. I hope you don’t mind but I adopted your “Things you are Loving Lately” post. I always look forward to your Friday posts. On my post today I included your PB Oatmeal Cookie Dough Overnight Oats – I have been eating this every morning. Have some in the fridge for tomorrow morning. Your blog has really inspired me and I always reference your blog while setting up my site. Hope for you to enjoy my site as much as I enjoy yours (www.lakeshorerunner.com) – still a work in progress!
Hope you have a great birthday weekend!
Sara
OMG I love that tank top! I need to try to find one of those tops…. I’m a total carb lover 🙂 Happy early birthday! Hope you have an amazing weekend!
One thing I’m loving this week is I just switched over to self hosting on my blog! woohoo!
Love that tank! Too cute! I just posted my Friday favorites on my blog, check it out if your interested! http://dinosaursanddeadlifts.com/2014/04/26/friday-faves/
happy Birthday!
lol that tank is hilarious!