Hello, hello! This week absolutely flew by for me since I found myself in three different states. I’m quite happy to be back in my favorite one right now and am looking forward to a weekend at home with Ryan and Sadie. It’s supposed to be a cold one in Charlotte, so I’m not sure we’ll be spending too much time outside, but if I end up spending all weekend curled up on the couch relaxing with my little family, I’ll be a happy camper.
Today will be anything but relaxing though, as I am about to drive over to the gym to teach two classes this morning. It’s sure to be a sweaty start to the day! As for tonight, Ryan and I are currently flip flopping on whether or not to head out for a fun date night or keep things casual and order pizza at home. I’m leaning toward pizza and pajamas…
But now let’s dive into your usual Things I’m Loving Friday post where we all chat about what we’re loving most each week. Please feel free to share away in the comments section below!
Things I’m Loving Friday
- Bennett’s Doughnuts
During the final morning of our family vacation to Sanibel Island, my family and I biked to Bennett’s for doughnuts, thanks to your wonderful recommendations. All I can say is THANK YOU for putting this coffee and doughnut hot spot on our radar because the doughnuts were fantastic. The orange crunch doughnut reminded me of Pillsbury orange cinnamon rolls (and I mean this in the best way possible – please tell me someone out there shares my love for this childhood treat!) and the Boston crème doughnut is the stuff dreams are made of. (It has homemade Ghirardelli chocolate icing on top, for goodness sake.) Another bonus? Bennett’s iced coffee rocks, too! And now all I want in life today is another one of their doughnuts…
This is 100 percent ridiculous. And 100 percent amazing. Especially if you are waaay to obsessed with your pet. (Cough – ME – Cough.) Cuddle Clones will make a stuffed animal replica of your pet and I’m not gonna lie, I kind of want to order one to freak Ryan out a little bit. But who am I kidding… He’d love it just as much as I would!
- Harry & David Pears
My sweet friend Presley sent me a box of my all-time favorite pears from Harry & David and I ended up eating three of them yesterday. I wanted to space the pears out and savor them, but when a pear tastes as delicious as they do, I cannot be trusted around them! Yum!
I’ve been looking for a pair of strappy nude sandals similar to the pair of Aldo heels I borrowed to wear during the Stitch Fix photo shoot I participated in last summer for months. I fell in love with them and unfortunately when I went to order them online from Aldo, I found that they no longer sell the shoes in nude. I’ve been trying to find a lookalike pair for a while now and finally did… but they come with a $180 price tag. Bummer! I’m hoping one of you out there may own a similar pair that’s more affordable and might be able to tell me where to look! Please let me know! I looove the look of this pair, but they’re also quite expensive.
I owe a big thank you to Nourish Snacks for kindly donating a bunch of their nutritious and incredibly tasty snacks to a Girls On The Run event my local chapter has on the calendar for tomorrow. The snacks contain no harmful preservatives, artificial colors, sweeteners or GMOs and are naturally gluten free, dairy free and vegetarian. I hope the women who attend our local event love them as much as I do… Especially the PB Jammin’ mix which quickly became my favorite pre-workout snack this week.
- Buttered Popcorn Jelly Belly Jelly Beans
Aaand on the totally opposite end of the healthy snack spectrum, we have these jelly beans! Why do I love them so much? I know this flavor is gag-inducing for many, but it’s always been my all-time favorite! One of my clients at the gym brought me this small packet of buttered popcorn Jelly Belly jelly beans yesterday after we had an all-too-long discussion about our favorite jelly bean flavors a few weeks ago. I cannot remember the last time I had them, so the sweet gesture made me smile and the sweet snack was very much appreciated!
These mittens were gifted to me by General Mills during my trip to Minnesota this week and it took me all of 2.5 seconds to fall in love with them! The mittens are made locally and are really are like sweaters for your hands. So soft and cozy… and, most importantly, WARM. And their mission “to promote opportunities for employment for people with disabilities while creating a quality product at a good value” makes the mittens all the more lovable!
Question of the Day
- What is one thing you are absolutely loving this week?
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I JUST bought some strappy nude sandals that look JUST like that from Nordstrom. They’re the BP brand. $50 is much better than $180!
http://www.zappos.com/steve-madden-stecy
The “natural” color is a leather nude – I don’t like the patent look either! I just bought them in dusty gold and black.
so I just went to order them and they’re out of my size in the natural color!!! BUMMER!
ahhhh haha buttered popcorn is the WORST! I probably just dislike it because it’s always in those variety bags and I end up eating multiple flavors at one time and that one does NOT blend well with other flavors. haha!
Pizza and PJ’s is where it’s at! And those DOUGHNUTS….
Love having new snacks to test out!!! Especially free samples! 🙂 Those mittens are SO cute! Loving all things matcha green tea this week!!! Fudge recipe I can’t wait to share…addicted!
That stuffed animal pet is so cute! What a smart idea!
This week I have been loving spending extra time on self care. My schedule is forever getting more filled, so it feels so good to take the time to take care of myself! Have great weekend!
Those donuts look incredible! I can’t remember the last time I had a donut and now I want one. 🙂 I’m not too sure about buttered popcorn flavored jelly beans though…
https://www.lulus.com/categories/page2-24/179/shoes.html
Saw these and thought of you!
Those sandals are pretty! And warm mittens are the bomb when it’s so cold.
I actually like buttered popcorn jelly belly’s but ONLY when I’m in the mood. Otherwise I’m all about the lime green and the dark orange ones. mmmm
Whoops – wrong link! This is them…
https://www.lulus.com/products/sexy-suede-y-nude-ankle-strap-heels/197858.html
These are not completely nude but they might do the trick. Thought you may be interested 🙂
http://www.missguidedus.com/nadia-contrast-heeled-sandals-103669
Steve Madden has a pair that are almost identical to those! I bought them last year and love them!!
Hi Julie,
My name is Michael, and I manage Social Media at Harry & David. I just wanted to say thank you for including us in your round-up. We’re delighted and honored to be one of your favorite things.
If there’s ever anything I can do for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out and let me know.
At your service,
Michael E. Rubin
Social Media Marketing Specialist, Harry & David
mrubin@harryanddavid.com
thanks so much, michael! lovvvve your pears!! <3
Glad you got to try the buttered popcorn jelly bean, cult classic in my opinion.. Loving what you are loving 😉
Love the shoes, I’ve been looking for something to pair with my bridesmaids dress for my sisters wedding! And yes, eww to the buttered popcorn jelly beans, my favorite is pina colada and strawberry cheesecake.
Welcome home and stay safe in the cold weather, Julie! My aunt just returned home from visiting my cousin in North Carolina and she said the snow was unbelievable! Sending you some California sunshine… 🙂
Here are some things I’m loving right now: http://daybydaymasterpiece.com/2015/02/20/fabulous-friday-46/
Hey Julie! You might like these from Nordstrom 🙂
http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/steve-madden-stecy-sandal/3667178?origin=wishlist
Those donuts look delicious! I never would have though to combine orange flavor with a donut, but it sounds like it would be good together.
Buttered popcorn is probably my least favorite Jelly Belly flavor. It just feels wrong to have a jelly bean taste like popcorn,
yep, buttered popcorn is my least-favorite jelly bean flavor, which is frustrating because it looks similar to the coconut jelly bean (one of my favorites).
did you know you can order “belly flops” online? they’re the misshapen or fused rejects that don’t make it into the regular packages of beans.
I lovvvvve pears – I really want to try these Harry & David pears you rave about!! As for shoes, I’ve been looking at this pair:
http://www.express.com/clothing/sleek+patent+runway+sandal/pro/0311058/cat360027
As for what I am loving this week – nothing really stands out, but I know what I’m not loving…SNOW!!! It really needs to stop knowing in Atlantic Canada…there is no more room!! I hope you enjoy your relaxing weekend:)
oh my gosh i used to loveee buttered popcorn jelly beans.
I think I’m going to get these in black:
http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/bp-luminate-open-toe-dress-sandal-women/3876512?origin=fashionresultspreview&fashionColor=Blush+Patent
Those doughnuts! My gosh!
I am loving this new gym bag I snagged from target!
http://www.target.com/p/mossimo-supply-co-arrow-print-duffle-weekender-handbag-with-removable-strap-black/-/A-15666032#prodSlot=_1_9
How do you like these ones by Steve Madden?
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3982447
I LOVE the orange cinnamon rols. They are the best!
Cuddle Clones are located out of the building that is right next to where I work!
Those cuddle clones are adorable! You got me curious enough to check out the website, but $200 is a lot for a stuffed animal. Besides, Louie (my actual dog) would just rip it to shreds. Or be scared to death of it. 🙂 What would Sadie think?
Buttered Popcorn is the best flavor ever!!!!!
Those mittens are adorable and what an awesome mission. While the buttered popcorn flavor is not my favorite Jelly Belly flavor, I do enjoy it.
And, the Cuddle Clones is seriously an awesome idea. I am so looking into that! 🙂
I am loving the fact that I got a call this week from a hospital in San Diego that I had applied to a few months ago. I have a potential interview in March so fingers crossed I get it! I already have a job but this one would be working with kids. I am super excited for my move down to San Diego.
My husband and I are obsessed with our dog just as much as you and Ryan are and I love the idea of a cuddle clone!! How cute!!
Love this post! I know how hard it can be to find such cute shoes for a good price. I just found online for $40!
Also, I think I need to go get some doughnuts now!
Ok, I shamefully admit that I love the Pillsbury Orange Cinnamon Rolls. I still occasionally make them for my kids. Also, Buttered Popcorn Jelly Bellies are amazing!!
I love my strappy nude sandals so much I bought strappy black sandals too!
xo
http://www.style-wire.com
I bought these, still available in stores!
http://www.luckybrand.com/juliett-heel/888450718535.html
All of those things look great! That stuffed animal thing would be great for my sister’s dog so I may have to keep that in mind. Those donuts look like they could give the ones in Chicago a run for their money. Now I want to get back and devour some!
Lately I am loving honey almond milk lattes and my trip to Nobu in Malibu last night where I saw Hilary Swank at the next table!
Oh my goodness those doughnuts look WAY too good for words! I want one… Or three. And same with the buttered popcorn jelly bellies. I have always been a sucker for those. And 3 states in one week?! You go girl. Your pizza + PJ Friday night sounds like it was amaaaazing– I could go for one of those right about now! Xox
I am loving my view of the frozen lake!
I had H&D’s pears for the first time this winter – OMG! So delicious.
This week, my favorite thing is burgers! Not sure why, but I’ve been having burger cravings like crazy and had a great one on Friday!
A few months ago on your Friday post you highlighted a news website that gave you the daily note able news. I can’t find or post or remember the day and was wondering do you could remind me? Thanks!
yes!!! the skimm! it’s so great!! –> http://www.theskimm.com/
Those doughnuts look amazing…..
Steve Madden makes a great pair! http://www.amazon.com/Steve-Madden-Womens-Realove-Sandal/dp/B009PXI1Q8
Just saw these sandals on the J. Crew factory site — and they have a 30% off sale running through tonight!: https://factory.jcrew.com/womens-clothing/shoes/sandals/PRDOVR~C1163/C1163.jsp
Those mittens look AMAZING! I may have to order some!
If you’re still looking for those strappy nude sandals, you should download an app called Fetch! Essentially, you tell Fetch (or send them a picture) of what you’re looking for- can be shoes, vacations, dresses, anything really- and they’ll find it. Order through them and you even get 10% off! I’m not really sure how they work, but I’ve ordered tons of things with them and I love it!
I just found these on zappos…
http://vip.zappos.com/steve-madden-stecy-blush-patent
Hi Julie! Just came across these shoes and thought of you and this post! Have you seen them?
http://www.justfab.com/index.cfm?action=home.product_public_lp&tab=shoe&ha=DA617365490E8E6BF5B3D8B1FC6AC5F2&pid=3207541
I found some very similar nude strappy heels for 70 bucks!
http://www.revolveclothing.com/DisplayProduct.jsp?code=DOLC-WZ575
If you google search Stappy Nude Heels and then go to the shopping tab it shows you a bunch of different options and the links to buy them. You can filter by price and everything. Hope it helps!
I wasn’t sure if you were still looking for a pair similar to the ones above, but these are from Target and are inexpensive with great reviews: http://www.target.com/p/women-s-pamela-heeled-sandal/-/A-16537233#prodSlot=medium_1_1&term=pamela?clkid=3RoQZ%3AxFMxEzTrq3u6S6wWkTUkVREgXBu3jQyM0&lnm=81938&afid=POPSUGAR+CPC&ref=tgt_adv_xasd0002
Hi, Julie! These Bennett’s Doughnuts are my all-time favourite snacks for my weekends. Glas to know that you also have a special meal plan for your weekends.