Lately

Kevin and his folks cooked and sold sandwiches this last weekend and a local car show. 

The boys and I stopped by to hang out for a bit. It smelled amazing!

I am really enjoying our chickens right now. Nothing is better than homegrown eggs I tell ya! 

They are laying everyday so we are eating eggs for breakfast everyday!

The Boys love birds in a nest...you know toast with an egg softly cooked in the middle so you can dip the bread in the "egg juice" as Deacon says. Yummy!

My new gel mani.

 I copied my MIL's nail color because I just loved the amazing shade of lavender. 

The Boys are enjoying vacation bible school this week and I am enjoying the break even more! This is one of five (yes 5) I signed them up for this summer. Hey, free child care AND they get to learn about Jesus. A win win if you ask me. Yes, they will be known around town as the cereal VBS'ers. But that's okay.

That's whats going on lately.

Have a blessed week everyone!

What I Wore...statement necklace.

Tank Gap thrifted, skinnies A&F, wedges Maurices, necklace Stella and Dot.

 Its's amazing how a statement necklace can make an outfit look chic with no effort. 

Just throw one on and you are good to go!

My new gel mani inspired by my MIL who was wearing this amazing lavender color the other day.

I had to be a copy cat!

Blessings, Nicole

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what I wore....wedges, shorts and floral tops.

Top Ann Taylor from Goodwill Outlet, shorts Gap also GW outlet. Wedges 6pm.com.

 I really love the buttons on these Gap shorts.

These beauties were only $20! And my outfit was only $4!

I see a definite pattern in my summer wardrobe.

 Shorts, cute floral tops and wedges are making regular appearances these days. And why not? 

This outfit combo is cute and oh so comfortable!

Anyone else stuck in a outfit pattern?

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A letter to my uterus

Dear, Uterus

Well, uterus it's time we talked. 

We have known each other a while now and in all honesty I don't really care for you. I'm sorry to say this because you gave me two beautiful boys. Believe me I am very grateful for that! But our monthly encounters are not fun to say the least. You have caused me too much pain and it's time to say goodbye. 

You befriended a large tumor and that has complicated our relationship even more. Tumor is not welcome here! And he has to go too! 

Soon we will part ways and I will not miss you, not one little bit!

Sincerely, Nicole

Now, that we got that out of the way.....

Yes, I am having surgery as soon as I figure out our new health insurance details. The doctor said she can take my uterus and fibroid out laparoscopically. My other option would be a very invasive surgery to take the tumor alone with the possibility of it returning and having future surgeries. Since we decided we were not having more children this seemed like the better option. I am very much looking forward to feeling better!

Thanks to everyone who has prayed and continue to pray for me and my family.

 I really appreciate it!

lately

 Kevin finished our fire pit and I love it! 

Next step is to get some sod around it.

Deacon is the cutest little guy ever, untied shoes and all!

Tomorrow I am going to the gyno to talk about my fibroid tumor. I have very little info since my GP does not specialize in that sort of thing. It will be nice to know more and have a game plan. 

Saturday was the first day since the end of April that I have not bled (and I'm still not bleeding!). It was a huge answer to prayer especially since we were at two parties over the weekend. I got to wear my white shorts, who hoo!

I am ready for what comes next and I am at peace with whatever decision that myself and the doctor make. 

Praise God for His calming hand on this journey.

Blessings, Nicole

What I Wore...a pop of turquoise.

Top F21, shorts Goodwill and patched with lace by me, sandals Target, necklace Goodwill.

This outfit seemed lacking till I grabbed these Target sandals.

You can't go wrong with a pop of turquoise. 

It's hard to see in the first picture so here is a close up.
I really love how this necklace goes with everything!

And I noticed my mani matched too!

Blessings, Nicole

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What I Wore...thanks Lauren Conrad and nude wedges!

Lauren Conrad top from Khols, shorts Old Navy from GW, nude wedges Payless, earrings Maurices, watch Betsy Johnson B-day gift from Macys.

 What I wore to my niece's meet and greet. Which really means, late baby shower.

I am loving Lauren Conrad's line for Khols. The prices are good and the quality is fantastic. I get complements every time I wear this top. I really love the print and colors. 

So, thanks Lauren Conrad for making such cute clothing!

And one more thing.....thanks nude wedges for making my hobbit like legs look longer.

 I need all the help I can get!

Are you folks ever thankful for a piece of clothing? Or am I just loopy?

I hope you all have a great week!

Blessings, Nicole

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