Happy Things I’m Loving Friday!!!
I hope your day is off to a great start, but if it’s not there’s always the weekend to look forward to and that’s something to smile about, right? Hopefully some fun and relaxing plans are on your agenda!
My weekend is sure to be a good one because one of my best friends from college is coming to visit. Ashley arrives tomorrow and we’re planning to fill her time in Charlotte with hiking, brunch, dinner Uptown, a game night and plenty of quality downtime. I am so happy to have her visiting again!
But first I must make it through today. I am teaching two classes at the gym this morning: Barbell strength + PiYo! Thankfully I have a short break between them, but I usually use that time to grab a snack and brush up on my PiYo choreography. I wish I was someone who could learn a PiYo routine once and never have to look back, but I find myself going over the choreography before every class to help continually grow my confidence as I teach a class that’s definitely out of my usual comfort zone. I’m enjoying the challenge!
Well, after that lovely little tangent, I think it’s time to dive into your usual Things I’m Loving Friday post when we all chat about what we’re loving most each week. Please feel free to chime in and participate in the comments section below. I always love hearing from you!
Things I’m Loving Friday
- Publix Subs
Even though I don’t usually share Things I’m Loving Friday items in any particular order, I think it’s safe to say Publix subs would claim the top spot this week if I did. Is that pathetic? Maybe. But my goodness they are delicious! I am so, so happy Publix opened close to our house within months of our move to North Carolina so I didn’t have to go too long without it! I know it may seem silly to be so in love with a grocery store, but there’s just something about Publix that makes me feel at home. I think their delicious subs have something to do with it. The best!
As someone who all but lives in sports bras, you think I’d be itching to get out of them all the time, but for some reason that’s not the case. Though I do still wear real bras from time to time, lately I’ve been gravitating toward the stretchier bralette and LOVE the flirty, feminine look of Free People bralettes. I ordered my first one from HauteLook a while ago (this one in mustard yellow) and after wearing it to death, I began shopping around for a couple more to add to my collection.
I think bralettes are great for casual loungewear when you don’t want to wear something as restrictive as a sports bra, but aren’t afraid to have a cute, lacy bralette peek out underneath a slouchy tank, sweater or sweatshirt. I recently ordered this one (in black) and this one (in taupe – thanks to a Christmas gift card) and can’t wait for them to arrive in the mail. And just FYI, if you like this style but aren’t so sure about it and don’t want to spend a bunch of money on it, these blue and teal bralettes from DailyLook are only $7!
- G.H. Cretors Simply Salted Organic Popcorn
In the past I’ve blogged about my love for G.H. Cretor’s Chicago Mix popcorn (the cheddar + caramel combination is sweet + salty heaven), but when I’m in the mood for something on the lighter side, I adore their simply salted popcorn. It sounds like it would be super bland and boring, but for a bag of popcorn with only three ingredients (popcorn, sunflower oil and salt), it’s surprisingly flavorful and delicious!
- Matisyahu – One Day
If you’re on the lookout for a beautiful and wonderfully relaxing cool down song, I highly recommend “One Day” by Matisyahu. It’s not a new song or anything, but it is a fabulous one I’ve loved for years that I recently added to some of my group exercise class playlists to use during the stretch portion of class.
- Forelle Pears
Have you guys seen these teeny little pears? I found them at Publix earlier this week and thought they were too cute not to buy. They’re quite tasty and even though I have to eat three in one sitting to equal one real pear, I kind of love them. They are crisp, sweet and also rather pretty!
File this one under something I am trying to love, more so than something I’m actually loving, but I really am trying to get better about sharing blog stuff on my Google Plus page and would love to connect with you guys there, too! And yes, I definitely did make a ridiculously large picture of Sadie the backdrop of my page. I mean, what did you expect!?
- Celestial Seasonings Giveaway Winner
Congratulations to Cassie G.! Cassie was emailed first thing this morning. Thanks to all who entered!!
Question of the Day
- What is one thing you are loving this week?
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Ha all out pears are tiny here 🙂 The bralettes are very pretty for sure! Must have a look for something similar here.
Publix has the best subs hands down! When my husband and I lived in Georiga we had one really close to our house and would go there several times a week for lunch. The lady even memorized my husbands order 🙂 Talk about great service! Which sub is your fav?
the ultimate is my go-to!
hey Julie! I’m a PiYo instructor too – just wanted to let you know that it gets SO much easier! I’ve had a class for about 3 months now and I while i still carry all my choreo notes with me just in case, I find that I don’t even need them anymore! Piyo is def hard to get the hang of but you get better with time 🙂 good luck! I’m sure you are awesome at it!!
i hope this is the case for me, too!! thanks for the words of encouragement. 🙂
I totally understand your grocery store love. That’s how I feel about Wegmans. It’s the best grocery store ever. I miss it so much since moving to Omaha.
Long live Wegmans 🙂
I know what you mean about loving a grocery store and feeling at home. I love Publix as well, I also miss Fred Meyer (northwest) and King Supers! Unfortunately living in Louisiana currently there a are not as many great options. …Also I am wondering if you could do a DIY on the photo-box you made? or maybe you already did and I somehow missed it? Happy Friday!
sure!! it’ll be a super fast post b/c it didn’t take that long to put together but i’ll definitely put in on my to do list!! 🙂
I have never heard of bralettes, sounds comfy! I may need to try one out! Happy Friday!
I’m still working to understand Google+. I’m a Facebook Whiz, but Google+ just seems redundant to me.
I am loving flannel sheets. We got boatloads of snow this week, and I live in an older house that’s got areas where the cold seeps in, so wrapping myself in flannel sheets has been a treat this week. Thankfully, the snow is going away starting today! (I’m not a snow person. The highlight of “Frozen” for me was the music).
100% agree about Google+ … everyone just says it’s wonderful for SEO, so I’m trying to get better about utilizing it!
I work in social media, and for our clients we only use Google+ to increase our SEO. It may seem like a waste, but it really helps us in advertising and getting in front of people’s faces! There are a few active users that are loyal to my client’s G+ boards, but don’t feel bad about not getting into it. It’s a lot like LinkedIn…you only learn it if you need it 🙂
Those bralettes are adorable! I got one last year from Victoria’s Secret and I love it. Definitely a perk of being small chested haha!
I have been eating those tiny Forelle pears for weeks now! I absolutely love them and they’re almost in each and every of my Daily Eats posts on the blog. That popcorn is amazing as well! I picked up a bag from Costco for $4 – its HUGE! Enjoy your weekend!
Pub subs!! YES!
I was obsessed with “One Day” a few years ago – definitely a great cool down song! And Publix subs are hands down the best subs in the world. People don’t even know what they are missing out on : )
BIRTHDAY CAKE! That’s what I’m loving this week because on Sunday, I celebrate another birthday and I’m fully embracing the next year of my life! So I invite all of the PB Fingers Readers to indulge a little and have your cake this weekend (& eat it too!) Happy Weekend 🙂
i’ll take you up on that offer! cake = <3 <3 <3
Oh I loved getting Pulix subs when I lived in Florida!
Currently I’m loving chocolate smoothies for breakfast…with zucchini! Sounds weird, but you can’t taste it and it gives my smoothies such a creamy texture! Love sneaking in veggies for breakfast…especially when chocolate is involved!!
I got on a serious bralette kick for a while haha. They have so good ones at Target, too, for only about $12!
target = where my money goes to die! thanks for the tip!
Ohh I LOVE the bralettes.. perfect for small busted women like myself. I have NEVER had a publix sub. We don’t have ’em up here in New England, but my poppy (grandfather) lives in Boca and that’s his grocery store, so I’ve been. Next time I’m down I’ll definitely check out the “pub sub”.
My favorite thing this friday are probably all of the snow days we’ve been getting here in the northeast (who doesn’t love an excuse to cuddle up on the coach and watch netflix during the work week, from 9 am to 3pm without stopping).
Oh another thing is my new favorite over the knee black suede boots!! Ivanka Trump on Amazon- I love them!!
i’ve been trying to find a pair of over-the-knee boots for YEARS but never seem to find a pair i like enough to buy. i’ll definitely check these out!
I actually just linked them on my Friday post on the blog! Just go and click and you’ll find em! I got them on amazon – they fit slightly big if you do the suede and my friend who introduced me to them did a half size down, so I did as well and they fit perfectly with normal/thin socks (not thick winter). I’m usually a 9 and did an 8.5!
Enjoy them- they’re sooo cute!
oooh! I’m excited to try that pear! I love when I learn of a new fruit or veggie I haven’t tried yet! So far lately I’ve tackled starfruit, dragon fruit, fresh fig and dried. Oh, and brazil nuts!
I just clicked that Matisyahu link. What a great song – so relaxing. Thanks for sharing. Also, Google Plus – no idea how to use it, but it’s on my list to teach myself. Good for you for *trying* to love it. Have a great weekend!
I had to laugh when I saw the Matisyahu “one day” song shout out on your list! That song popped up on my Icona Pop pandora station while I was running and I really enjoyed it! I just forgot who sang it! Great Friday favorite list today!!
I have been a huge fan of popcorn lately! I have never tried that brand before but now I am on the lookout for it! I have been loving boomchickapop popcorn! I just love the variety of flavors they have!
I love the idea of the bralettes. Perfect for lounge wear. I am excited it’s the weekend and I am looking forward to some down time!
I am loving Manitoba Harvest protein powder! They’re one the 50 States In A Year sponsors and were out of their stuff for a few weeks and just got another shipment and were reminded how much we not only LOVE the company, but LOVE the product. My favorite is the chocolate so dinner last night was protein shakes, banana with nut butter and carrots and hummus. Total snack plate style and it was perfect!
Haha I’ve been trying to love google plus a little more, but I just haven’t seen much value from it yet! Those bralettes are so cute 🙂
I remember One day by Matishayu came out when I first got my license and my best friend made me a CD with that on there. We would blare it on the way to school all the time! hah! Also I’ve been obsessing over the Saved by the Bell reunion on Jimmy Fallon that aired Wednesday night. Did you see it? It’s pure 90’s genuis!
yes!!!!!! <3 Saved By The Bell!
I love those bras! So comfy! Some of my favorites are Gap’s Body wireless bras. So comfy!
I too am not that great at Google Plus. But I’m excited for a busy weekend, going out of town for a bachelorette party!
I’m loving roasted broccoli lately…and all the time. I’m addicted!
I love the song “One Day” I also like his song, “Sunshine”.
What am I loving? My Muk Luk slippers ~ its been so cold this week! Today’s high is 30, 10 degrees warmer than yesterday ~ I’ll take it 🙂
slippers = the best <3
One thing I am LOVING this week is Starbucks coffee. I try to save money and drink the coffee at work but earlier in the week, I stopped at Starbucks on my way to work because I was running ahead of schedule and I got their blonde roast with soy milk and added a ton of cinnamon to it, oh my god, I’m addicted now! The touch of cinnamon makes all the difference! Definitely worth trying 🙂
looove cinnamon in my coffee! 🙂
Have you had GH Cretor’s Chicago Mix? It’s pretty amazing! They have it at Costco 🙂
yes!! i mentioned it in the above post — LOVE it so much! perfect sweet + salty combination!
Ha! Shows how much I pay attention 😉
I am right there with you on the Google+ front. I just built my profile and I am kind of waiting for it to grow on me. It would be nice to use it for blogs and as a more professional social media site – like a jazzed up linkedin. That’s where I’m taking it for now, at least! Good luck with Google+, see ya there! 🙂
agreed! i feel like every blogging conference i go to always says how important it is, so i’m trying to suck it up and use it a little more!
Yes to subs!!! I am such a sub fiend even though I really need to focus on FODMAP friendly food, I will take one for the team with a turkey sub anyday. Google Plus…ugh! I need to get better at this too. So much social media to handle as a blogger – any tips for not getting overwhelmed?
Jill
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i just do what i can and try not to worry about the rest! blogging is my #1 priority and i try to think of social media shares as “extras” — i know a lot of bloggers set up automated sharing so when they publish a blog post, it’s automatically pushed to twitter, facebook and google+ which i think probably helps streamline everything… i need to look into that!!
I totally agree – I would way rather focus on generating awesome content that I am passionate about and not on social media. My friend’s boss runs a successful brand and told her she should be spending 3x the amount of time on social media that she does on blogging!!! Anyway, I do know that Hootsuite let’s you sync all that automatically, I should look into it too.
Have a great weekend!
After the horror that was my Candy Corn popcorn addiction last October, I refuse to try any of your new popcorn recommendations. They are just too good 🙂 🙂 Have a fun weekend with your friend!!
hahaha! that candy corn popcorn was SO addicting!!! my mom and i polished off a bag in one sitting 🙂
I am loving all the Valentine’s decorations around!
I am with ya on the bras, I hate regular bras after living in sports bras! They are so uncomfortable!
I love bralettes, I think they’re absolutely adorable, but I can never find them for bustier women! I’m a 34F. Here’s to hoping that changes because they’re so pretty and comfy!
once you figure out google plus, be sure to share….. 🙂
oh gosh, I have a LOT to learn!
yum that looks so tasty, (stomach rumble) 🙂 my fave thing this week is seeing the scales result telling me i lost 7lb in weight in the past 2 weeks, so so happy:) x
I am loving my Caldrea Rosewater Driftwood lotion. That stuff smells so good and given my smell is about half back, I delight in every whiff I’m able to process right now! 😀
I’m loving my nutribullet this week! Being on the road / away from home / living in a hotel room, this device has been a life saver… Smoothies FTW!
Hearing your love for Publix makes me want to move somewhere near one! haha. I have the same love for Schnucks and Dierbergs stores back home in St. Louis. One thing I am loving this week is quinoa. I’m so glad I brought that little grain back into my life!
You have me craving a sub now!
Google+ is so…I just don’t know! Haha. I just have my posts automatically go to it and try to add people whom I read their blogs, but really….I just don’t think it’s cool 😛
When I was working at Anthro and had my employee discount, I bought THREE (count ’em) Free People bralettes. I wore one every day last weekend, and I’m not ashamed. They’re so perfect for a slouchy sweater or a backless shirt!
I love Publix also!! Sadly I moved to Charlotte from Atlanta around the same time you move to Charlotte. I don’t have a Publix close by and it ruins my day regularly. When I’m feeling really down or missing Georgia, I drive to the closest Publix and get a sub.
This week I’m loving my new front squat PR. 165 pounds! I’ve been trying to get stronger and it’s finally happening.
I SO wish we had Publix here in California! Totally best sandys!
I’ve been obsessed with that popcorn too, they just started carrying it in stores here. One of my favourite snacks!
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so i actually have that black strappy bra(in the photo) from free people and i don’t recommend it. it’s really loose and kind of slides up in the front, if that makes sense. super sad because the back is SO cute. 🙁
aw, boo!!!
Totally feel you on the Free People bra thing. I hate wearing regular bras now because I’ve gotten so used to the comfy bralettes at Free People!!
Those subs looks so good?! Is it okay to have one at 9 am :). I just saw Bralettes from Aerie and think they are so adorable! Have a great weekend!
I don’t think I have ever been to a Publix! For some reason, sandwiches are always better when made by others. This week I am loving my Stella & Dot jewelry organizer for traveling. My husband and I are leaving for Hawaii tomorrow and I always have trouble packing my jewelry. Finally, something that keeps it all in one place and without getting knotted up!
I have been wanting to get on Google+ but it’s so intimidating! It makes me feel old that I don’t know how to use it.