Happy First Birthday, Blog!

Today my first child blog turned one years old. A year ago today I was brainstorming in my head what I could write for my first post, and praying that this blog journey would be all I dreamed of and more. During the first year I have learned that you can't blog once a week, every once and a while your blog needs a facelift, and sometimes it truly is hard thinking about something to write about. 

I am so grateful for this blog and all the love and relief it has brought to my life. I love that I have a place to jot my thoughts down, without feeling like it has to be perfect. I always enjoy reading people's blogs, and my only hope was/is that others can get there fulfillment from mine. When starting this blog I truly had no idea if I would actually keep it up or not. I asked myself "do you really think you have time to blog???" My initial thought was no... but this blog has proven me wrong, and showed me that there is always time to blog. 

Although I try to blog at least twice a month, I often find myself falling a tad short, and having to do lots of catch up posts. With that being said though, I still do truly love everything about this blog and what it has done for me. 

Daily Margarita, you have been such a joy in my life. I can't thank you enough for all the memories you have captured in your short little life. I look forward to watching you grow throughout the years!

XOXOXO,

Momma aka Maggie

Current Obsessions!

I thought I'd share some of my current obsessions with the blog world! Here goes...

1. Fitbit Flex 

I purchased this fitbit about a month ago! I was really skeptical for a long time, about if it really worked and if I would actually use it. After getting it and getting it all set up, I put it on my wrist and never looked back. It tracks all the right things (steps, calories, water intake, and sleep!)

2. This adorable Old Navy sweater

I saw this in the store yesterday and knew I just couldn't pass it up. Plus it was on sale!!! It might have only been 10% off, but that was enough for me to make the big purchase. Seriously this sweater goes with everything, and it is perfect for both the winter and the summer! 

3. Rootbeer

So I really don't drink all the much soda, but when I am craving that sugar carbonated drink this is my first choice. Here's the catch though... I only like Barq's and not every place has it. I guess for me that is a good thing, because otherwise I would be drinking it far too often. 

4. Nate Burkus Candle

I found this awesome candle at Target! I automatically became so obsessed with it. Actually, enough that I was afraid I would burn it too fast, so I went out the next day and bought myself another. Thank god I did that because they no longer carry it!! It is the perfect mix of citrus, and it truly makes anything smell better. 

And last but certainly not least...

5. EVERYTHING ON PINTEREST 

Seriously... I can't get on there without finding something that I must have! It is soooo addicting. I will say though it has definitely brought out the crafty side in me and I love it. 

I hope everyone had an {AWESOME} weekend, but that you have an even better week ahead!

Love to all near and far!

XOXOXO,

Maggie 

Is This Really Another Catch Up Post??!!

I am starting to become the queen of these catch up posts. It seems like I blink for just a second and another month goes by. If you are like me you most likely skim peoples post about "Life Recently" or "Just Another Catch Up". I promise you I won't be offended if you decide to just move right on past this post. For those of you though who love to be bored to tears, and read about my not so average life, then I welcome you and thank you for all your patience. 

Not even going to lie, I often wish that the bloggers of the blogs I follow would blog every single day. Who am I kidding though? Life always seems to get in the way, and the last thing you have time for is posting on the blog. And here I go sounding like a total hypocrite because I tend to go a long time in between posts. 

About exactly three weeks ago I started back to school, for yet another semester of college. This time around I wasn't nervous at all and totally went in with an attitude of "WE ARE GOING TO KICK BUTT THIS SEMESTER!!!!!!!!", and so far I have done just that. My work load is a little less than most semesters and while it is sometimes a tad boring, overall I am loving all my free time and naps being productive! I feel as if I am not even in school, everyday I wake up bright and early to catch my 8 am class, but then I am home and back in my PJS by 10. What kind of life is that??? UMM THE BEST LIFE! So while my friends are walking to class, listening to lectures, or studying,  I am just chillin at home in my much desired pajama wardrobe. 

I still however work everyday in the late afternoon, so I would say over all I am hitting the jackpot with life right now. What more could I reaaaaally ask for? So basically life has been full of babysitting, sleeping, and hanging out with my friends when I feel like I can't sleep any longer haha! 

No complaints on this end! I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend, and hopefully I will be back before shorts weather begins! 

XOXOXOXO,

Maggie