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Friday Favorites: February Goals


I’m linking up with Narci, Andrea and Erika today and sharing my Friday Favorites: February Goals Edition.

I’m really trying to keep my goals simple this month…because I’m trying to keep my year simple.  We’re also “nesting” right now as we get Ashby acclimated and attached.  We don’t stay home all day, every day, but we’re definitely staying home most days.  There have been a lot of pajama days in January and I anticipate even more in February.  

My goals this month:



1. Stay inside more and enjoy the cozy winter.
This month, I need to stay inside more during the day and just enjoy winter.  I am going to light my fireplaces, burn a great candle, turn on my favorite music and be with my kiddos.  This time next year, Smith will be in kindergarten all day, so I really need to make the most of him being home right now. I also need to really soak up all of this two year old love we have in our house because before I know it, she’ll be big and in school too.
2. Do more yoga.
Because I’m staying inside more this month and because Ashby isn’t ready for the gym’s kids’ center, I need to do more yoga at home.  I’ve been practicing yoga since college and it’s a great counterpart to my boot camp style classes. This month, while we’re at home, I need to stay active by practicing some yoga.
3. Get Ashby’s specialists all lined up.
We know which specialists Ashby needs to see about her hand and we’re currently in the process of getting appointments (there are steps to this process)…so my goal is to have all of the steps completed and an appointment scheduled by the end of February.
4. Work on my French (oui!).
I used to be fluent in French (I studied it in college), but I’m very rusty now.  I dusted off my French software and started working on it again during nap time.  I obviously don’t need to speak French in my day to day life but it’s a skill I used to work very hard on, so it would be nice if I reminded myself of it.  It’s also nice to step away for a few minutes and focus on something that’s just for me.  Besides, you never know when I might end up in a French speaking country…
5. Spend lots of time with my loves.
We are nesting over here with our new little one, and I plan on enjoying every minute of it this month.  I predict we spend a lot of days in our pjs this month.

So there you have it…nothing earth shattering or ground breaking…just little things to focus on during this month of nesting with Ashby.

Here are a few more favorite things for this Friday…

I’ve had several of you ask for updates on sweet Manda.  Right now, we are excited about the positive and encouraging news she heard on Wednesday.  After having a full body scan on Tuesday, they told her on Wednesday that it appears that the chemo is working and doing a really good job at reducing the size of the tumors and lesions.  We are so thankful for this encouraging news!  Manda has so much hope right now…and hope is everything.  Please continue to pray for her and her family.  We know that God is in complete control of this situation.

On my foodie blog today, it’s double the Valentine’s Day goodies…

First up, my Easy Valentine’s Day Treats!  Click here to see all of these yummy recipes (plus many more!).

And then to pair with my Valentine’s Day treats…

…Andrea’s super cute Valentine’s Day printables!  Click here to see not only these but many, many more (plus cute ways to package them).

And so many of you were mad for plaid along with me on Wednesday including my friend Megan who owns Heart and Home Collection.  She is offering a promo code for all of my sweet readers…

Woohoo! I love supporting other mamas, so go check out Megan’s store and see if you need a little more plaid in your life :).  Promo code MMMSHIP.

Happy Friday friends!  See you Monday for Pin-spired!!

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Comments

  1. Sheaffer {Pinterest Told Me To} says

    I would like to suggest one additional goal: Shopping with Sheaffer and Shay. Yes?!? 🙂

  4. Anonymous says

    Oohhh! Is there a trip to Paris in your near future! I love your goal of refreshing your french! Can you recommend a good software for learning french at home?

  5. Sarah Shaneyfelt says

    Love it! I need to go find a perfect Valentine's Day candle to light in February! I love a good candle!

  7. Anonymous says

    I look forward to reading your blog everyday! Can you please recommend a good yoga routine to do at home?

  10. Anonymous says

    Oh, I love a good smelling candle. What scents do you burn from January till April? Enjoy your time nesting!!!

  11. Big Pitt Stop says

    That pink cupcake in my feed this morning set me up nicely for the day!!! Love that you are enjoying the sweet moments.

  12. MEGottshalk says

    Thanks for the Promo Code, just ordered a super cute plaid scarf from your friend! Love your blogs!!

  14. Anonymous says

    Ashby is super cute! As you're doing your hand specialist planning for her, I would like to recommend Texas Scottish Rite for Children. They are set up to specialize in all hand disorders and are so great with making kids feel comfortable. You just have to get a referral from your pediatrician. I had no idea that this fabulous FREE hospital was right in our backyard when my son needed scoliosis treatment. You can even take a tour–the kids love it!

  15. Jenny Perez says

    Yay!! So happy that Manda got such great news this week! I will continue to keep her and her family in my prayers. I seem to remember that she had a Facebook support page, but couldn't remember what it was. Could you remind me,? 🙂
    I have loved seeing Ashby's sweet smile all over your blog lately. She's just precious & looks like she is a perfect fit for your family!

  16. Sara Laverty says

    Those are great goals! 🙂 I hope for all the best with trying to schedule and get in with specialists. Sometimes it feels like you're just jumping thru hoops doesn't it? Happy Friday to you and your fam!

  17. Danielle says

    I think staying home and enjoying them being little are great goals. We're doing a lot of that here too, especially this time of year since it's winter in NY, which basically calls for a mandatory hibernation.

  23. Chic Coastal Living says

    Great news for Manda! I've been praying for here and will continue to do so. God bless her! Hope you have a great weekend with your babies! xoxoxo

  24. Jeanie says

    Those are great goals! I'm very happy about the good news for Manda! My friend's daughter went in for another scan on Monday to see if the cancer is now in her liver or if the irregularity is a result of chemo. Prayers for both. And don't you have any heavy-set friends? If you want one, just holler!

  25. Lacy McMurry says

    Shay. I bought Seans book last night & stayed up all night reading it– no kidding!! So inspiring. Thanks for being a family who walks by faith. Loved it!

  26. Jaren says

    Sounds like the perfect goals to me! So so happy to hear Manda had good news! Praying for her and her precious family over here!

  27. Denise Ross says

    Great goals Shay. Simplifying is my goal for this year too and treasure time with my family. Wonderful to hear Mandas great news. I'll keep you all in my prayers. god bless xo

  28. Erin says

    You should plan a trip to Quebec with your fam! Best way to improve your conversational French is to immerse yourself in it- and it's beautiful there this time of year (albeit tres froid) ?

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