Friday Favorites

Now that my allergies seem to be under control, I was able to venture out and do more things this week.



5. New Glasses.

Last week I mentioned that I was going for an eye checkup. It went exactly as I thought it would and overall my vision is good, but I need new reading glasses. My eyes were dilated as I picked out my new glasses, so I had a hard time seeing what I chose. Considering I will only be wearing them when I'm on the computer or reading, I didn't want to spend a ton of money on them. Our vision insurance is great and I only spent $30 for the appointment and glasses. That makes for a happy girl. I get to pick them up today.



4. Handbags.

I love all accessories. One of my favorite accessory stores is none other then Charming Charlie's. We don't have one in Bakersfield, and so when I'm in Houston, I make sure to pay the store a visit. My only problem is I like it all and then convince myself that I don't need anything and leave with nothing. This is a good habit to have, but it drives my husband crazy at times. I seldom ever buy anything for myself.



When we got into town, Taylor had her stomach bug and had an incident of throwing up in my favorite red handbag, while we were at the grocery store. Since then I have been on the look for a new red handbag. I went to Charming Charlie's hoping to find one, but no such luck this time.



Leaving a bit disappointed, I made a stop at Target. I had the evening to myself, and wanted to take advantage of shopping alone. I came across this purse and it was on clearance. It's not red, but that's okay.



3. Pedicures.

When Adam & I were newly married, I would indulge in getting a pedicure every other week. Oh how I miss those days. Unfortunately, it's been since last November since I had a pedicure. This is due making time for it and the fact that I'm not a fan of the Spa Pedicures in California.



The first time I sat down to get a Spa Pedicure in Bakersfield, I left so disappointed. I thought maybe it was just that salon, so I tried another place the next time. Unfortunately, after trying several salons, I can say that it's just not the same. What they consider a Spa Pedicure in Cali seems to be cleaning of the cuticles, polish change and sitting in a fancy chair with your feet in the water bath and a little massage of the feet and legs. May last 30 minutes if you are lucky.



My mom and I were supposed to get pedicures back in May, but we didn't have time. So Wednesday morning, we had appointments at my favorite nail place in Katy. We sat in the chairs, relaxed and were pampered for an hour. So relaxing.


2. Meeting Olympic Speed Skater Chad Hedricks.

During the month of August, Kingsland Baptist hosts family nights on Wednesday evenings. For the first week, they had 5 time medalist Olympic Speed Skater Chad Hedricks speak. He recently accepted Christ as his personal Savior and spoke on how it has changed his life and his way of thinking. Afterwards, we had a chance to meet him. After talking with him and his wife Lynsey, we learned that our daughters were born one day apart. I tried to get a picture with Taylor and Mason, but Mason wasn't in the picture taking mood. This is the best we got.

1. Garner, Tx.

Growing up, I loved to camp. We took several long weekend trips to campgrounds all over the state of Texas. My favorite by far has to be Garner State Park. It's located about 6 hours from Houston and nestled down by the Frio River. I haven't been back in years, but that soon will change.

Next week, we will be going to Leakey, Tx about 9 miles from Garner with my family and some extended family. I can't wait to take the kids and show them all the things I love about it down there.