Heather's Curly Cues

What We've Been Up To.....

We've been enjoying lazy days and not having to set an alarm. There's been a lot of screen time and lounging around the house, sprinkled with some fun like making our own pizza, sibling sleepovers, and a trip to the library.

I've been able to do a couple of small organizing projects like a kitchen cabinet, the junk drawers, and laundry room. There is still SO MUCH to be done (like the garage - oy! and Brian's office) but I felt good to check a few items off the "To Do" list.

BEFORE:

AFTER:

BEFORE:

AFTER:

And I forgot to take before photos of the laundry room and linen closet so here is the AFTER:

What We've Been Watching......

Brian and I just watched the Arnold Schwartenegger documentary on Netflix and I enjoyed it more than I thought I would. It's amazing how he came from this small town in Austria and became a famous body builder, actor and Governor of California.

What We've Been Reading....

I'm currently reading The Measure by Nikki Erlick. I'm not loving it, but I'm halfway through and it's gotten better. At this point I'm invested so I'm going to finish it. It's also a book club pick and I want to be able to participate in the conversation. Our next book is Lessons in Chemistry and I've heard good things about it. Also, the new Elin Hildebrand book came out June 13 and I can't wait to read it! I have so much more time to read during the summer and it's one of my favorite things to do.

What I've Been Wearing....

I took Laura and her friend to Ulta the other day and popped into Loft (which is in the same mall). I picked up this dress on the sale rack and wore it to a family party that same day! The color is bright for summer and I got lot of compliments on it. Loft is having 40% off now for July 4th.

AND the Lilly Pulitzer Splash Sale started this morning! I ordered some mugs, candles, wine totes and beach towels for the Hamptons, and these two dresses. I always say I don't need anything but the prices are too good to resist! I also love giving the candles, tumblers, and wine totes as teacher or hostess gifts.

What We've Been Eating....

I made this pulled chicken in the crockpot on Monday and everyone loved it. And it was super easy! I served it on

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