Last week was the 100th day of school, and James’ class celebrated by dressing up like they were 100 years old. I loved it when Annie’s first-grade class did this a few years ago, so I’ve been looking forward to turning James into a little old man for a while. James is an even bigger ham than Annie – he’s a pleaser and nothing embarrasses him. On our walk to school, he said, “Good morning, young lady!” to every mom we passed, and he even told one mom, “Hang on, I have to turn up my hearing aid!”
He looks like he’s mansplaining.
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~In-N-Out Burger releases shoes inspired by cup design
Fun Finds
~Have I told you guys about this hairdryer/hot brush that I have? My friend Jen turned me onto it a couple years ago and while it’s great for my hair, it’s even better for Annie’s thick, wavy hair. It makes you look like you have a blowout every time you use it!
~I ordered two new pairs of jogger pants with the intention of returning one of them. I got a pair of grey capri pants, and a pair of black regular-length pants. I can definitely recommend both – they’re soft and comfortable, warm enough to wear in 40-degree weather but breathable enough to keep you from sweating in warmer temps. The capri length are basically full-length on me, so if you’re “blessed” with short legs like I am, the capri length is the way to go.
~Speaking of pants, these velvet leggings have a ton of great reviews. Someone get them and report back!
Happy Sunday, everyone!
Auntie_M says:
One of my favorite pair of leggings just sprang a hole when you posted about the velvet leggings. So, obviously, I needed to buy a pair. Sadly, the black were not available in my size. Actually very little was available in a medium. I ordered a medium burgundy in the leggings that were the “jogging” style (cuffs at bottom of legs & a little tie string at top) & ended up getting a large in the normal style leggings, also in burgundy. They arrived today. I would say the colors aren’t true to the picture. More of a rusty red rather than burgundy. The joggers style surprised me with front pockets (that lay flat when wearing them). Both are incredibly soft & comfortable, so aside from the color, so far I am happy. I haven’t washed them yet, though, so I don’t know how they will hold up to my hard water. That remains to be seen. I live in western WA, have peripheral polyneuropathy, so love anything soft & cozy that isn’t huge, and these fill that need while being cute, so thanks for the tip!
Heather says:
Ohhh let me know how they wash!!!
Auntie_M says:
I machine washed them in cold on gentle & then hung them to dry. They dried quickly, are still super soft, held their color & shape, and I didn’t even air fluff them after. I’m wearing them now & am loving them! Thanks for the recommendation!