Happy Friday! I hope you had an easy re-entry week! Ours has been pretty smooth and I think that’s because I didn’t have any big commitments until Thursday evening. I ran a few errands after school Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday but I was still home before 3:30 each day. I had plenty of time to empty and reload the dishwasher, exercise, get ready for the next day, and make dinner before everyone came home. It was wonderful! Let’s get to the favorites…

Favorite 1: GROCERY DELIVERY!! I know that’s an odd favorite, but I did Walmart+for two months and it was amazing. We were really busy in November and December and having groceries delivered whenever we needed them was a true favorite. Anyone could unpack the grocieries, so I didn’t have to be home or drive to get them. It sounds a little silly, but it gave me so much freedom!

Favorite 2: BOOKS!! I haven’t read a ton this year, but I am loving that my books are always there for me. Reading on my kindle makes it so easy to read when I wake up in the middle of the night, which happens more than I am happy with. I have been reading a little bit in the morning before I get up. It’s a great way to start my day!

Favorite 3: CLOTHES!! This is not a fashion blog nor do I consider myself a trendy dresser, but I do like my clothes. I have been leaning into my very comfy pants and sneakers for the past few weeks at school, and I am ready to change that. I wore “hard pants” on Monday with my happy, happy, happy new year shirt. On Tuesday, I wore a new sweater from J.Crew factory and old Talbots plaid pants with loafers. I was just as comfy in those clothes and it felt good to wear some other clothes.

Favorite 4: KIDS AT SCHOOL! I love my job and the kids have been so funny this week. Remember those loafers from Tuesday, well a sweet kindergartener asked me “Why are you wearing those shoes? You don’t usually wear shoes like that.” Haha! Message received.
Apparently, I also need to step up my read aloud game. I was reading a book with fun voices and noticed this sweet dear in the back row. He was sound asleep and slept for almost an hour like that. Re-entry can be tough!

Favorite 5: SWIGS!! I love a seasonal cup and these are so fun this winter! I have one for my diet soda and one for my water each day.

Favorite 6: OUTSIDE!! I have been spending time outside every day and it does wonders for me. I am walking mostly. I am also chatting with neighbors as I find them on my walks and that is an added bonus!

Favorite 7: WORD SEARCHES!! I have been cruising through my word search book recently. I love that it keeps my brain busy without being on my phone. I also love that I can participate in the conversations around me when I am working on them. Luke and Jack will often pop over and help find a word or two when I have it open.

Favorite 8: SWIM! It wouldn’t be a Friday Favorites without swim. Luke had a meet last night and he did really well. I was excited to wear my new swimming sweatshirt to cheer on the team! We have two weekends of swim meets coming up in January and I am looking forward to them. I already have my book picked out to read in the stands and on deck.

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I am really looking forward to the weather this weekend. We are looking at warmer temperatures and it will be nice to have a weekend after back to school. Have a great weekend full of sunshine and books!