Faves from the week + coconut scrub giveaway
Hi friends! Happy Friday! What are you up to this weekend? I’m hitting up an early Orangetheory class and we’re getting on the road to Tucson! Kyle is going to be in town for a wedding, and he couldn’t be this close without us seeing him. I’ve missed him so much, and we’re so excited to see the rest of the fam.
In standard Friday fashion, here are some faves from the week and around the web! I always love hearing about the things you’ve been enjoying, too, so please join in the fun and shout them out in the comments section. We have a fun giveaway going today, too! 🙂
(Photo: Danny Chan)
This maxi. Insert heart eyes emoji.
Well this one of the sweetest things I’ve seen in a while. (Those crafty “make ‘em cry” marketers…)
Smart things that are worth the money.
“It Don’t Mean a Thing, if it Ain’t Got That Swing.”
The BEST prenatal massage at Therapie. In the past, I haven’t had stellar prenatal massage experiences, but after teaching 7 classes in 5 days (oof), I was achy and needed some TLC. It was so good, and just the right amount of pressure. I was in a glorious zombie half-sleep for the 50 minutes of happiness.
Lilly Pulitzer for Target insanity. I’m sad that I actually missed out on the melee, because I LOVE shopping frenzies. Even when I don’t buy anything, I love to watch. 😉 I was teaching barre during Lilly mania, but my friend Betsy was there and snagged some outfits for Liv and some pineapple sandals. I’m super stoked, because I tried to shop the sale online, but sleep > tropical prints.
Ina’s best dinner party advice.
Dear moms, why I don’t care if you work.
FULL HOUSE IS COMING BACK. Haaaave mercy!
The “after” myth. I love this so much.
When your fave Tiki Port girl covers your acai bowl in a blanket of peanut butter. I don’t know her name, but now we’re BFFs.
I have an abundance of these types of pictures on my phone.
Make-ahead healthy breakfasts.
An amazing gift from my friends at Stitch Fix. It really brightened my day, and was so special and *real* to be holding things that we’ll be using for this baby on the way. I haven’t made really any baby-related purchases since we’ll be using a lot of stuff from when Liv was a newborn/infant, so it was exciting to see some tiny and baby-related gear in the house.
I can’t wait to see baby rocking the Stitch Fix onsie. 🙂 They also sent some Babyganics goodies, and this awesome pre-packed hospital bag:
We joked that my hospital bag this time was going to consist of me grabbing a toothbrush on our way out the door, so this totally solved that problem. 😉
Thank you again, Stitch Fix friends, for thinking of us. <3
Change up your crunches with these moves.
Homemade miso soup! Kyle and Meg posted a recipe on their blog that was so easy, and so delicious. I just added some stir fry veggies, and the leftovers were awesome with lunch the next day.
Nourish snacks sent us some goodies to try, and these habanero half-popped popcorn kernels are my savory dream come true.
The Best Drink Ever (1/2 caf) deserves a permanent spot on this list.
A coconut scrub giveaway! Amber sent me some of her glorious coconut scrub to try, and Liv and I have been loving it. (She couldn’t wait to try it, so I filled it with water and gave her a LUSH-style hand scrub at the table.) They are handmade with love, and the ingredients are pure perfection: coconut oil, sugar, and essential oil. The different scents are very light, and leave your skin super soft and smooth! You can check out her Etsy store here (and use the code: FITNESSISTA30 for 30% off!). A lucky reader will receive a full-sized coconut scrub + two samples (and I’ll also send you a copy of “HIIT It!”). Just leave a comment below with something that makes you happy, or something you’re looking forward to this weekend.
Happy Friday! If you can, have a glass of wine for me, mm k?
See ya later on the Family page with the 13-15 week update!
xoxo
Gina
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I am looking forward to moving this weekend! Moving sucks, but I’ll be really happy to be in my new place once it’s all over.
Congrats on the baby-on-the-way!
My parents are in town for my delivery and I am planning to take them out this weekend 🙂
I’m excited about going to yoga. I’ve been taking some time off due to an injury and really looking forward to getting back to class.
I’m looking forward to running a 10 mile race this weekend!
Mina
What a fun little package from Stitchfix! I’m looking forward to celebrating my BFF at a surprise 30th bday that her husband is throwing for her! The look on her face should be priceless 🙂
Something that never fails to make me happy is making other people laugh! If I can brighten someone’s day up even just a little, it means the world to me!
I am looking forward to doing the March of Dimes walk in memory of our son Ryder. We did it last year and I am looking forward to doing it again with our team of friends and family. It will be an emotional day but I know we have all the love and support from our friends and family. It is also my husbands 40th! Crazy 🙂
Well.. this isn’t exactly this weekend… but next week I’m going to an all-inclusive resort in Mexico for the first time! I couldn’t be more excited for some much needed R&R.
I am looking forward to a glass of red wine tonight and Zumba tomorrow!
im super happy to plant two blueberry bushes tomorrow!
I am traveling to San Diego in July with my daughter for a softball tournament and have been keeping a list of the restaurants and places you mention. I think Tiki Port will one of our first stops! I am looking forward to this weekend – relaxing and watching kids sports!
Those popcorn kernals looks AMAZING!! I must try those!! I love to read about your weekly faves and learning about new products! One of my favorite discoveries this week was Raw Revolution bars! Have you ever tried them? It seems like you love coconut and peanut butter like me and they have tons of flavors including those ingredients! The bars are really nutritious and loaded with all natural/organic superfood ingredients. You should definitely check them out! They sell them online at rawrev.com =)
I excited to see my friend who recently found out she was expecting this weekend! Yay for new babies!
I’m looking forward to spending time with my husband cuz he’s been working so much lately!
The miso soup sounds really good! How did I not know Kyle & Meg have a blog? I really miss Meg’s posts on here!
TGIF! Hope you have a great weekend!!
I am looking forward to relaxing at home this weekend. We’ve had a few crazy weekends lately, and a nice day on the couch sounds awesome right now!
I’m looking forward to spending time with family this weekend. I don’t get to see them very often so I treasure it when I do. Plus it’s my nephew’s First Communion. I get to see all four of my nieces and nephews….I can’t wait!
Family quality time makes me super happy.
Looking forward to my little lady’s first birthday tomorrow!
Looking forward to a wine and cheese picnic in the park this weekend!
I’m looking forward to some wedding planning this weekend! 🙂
Unpacking all the summer patio furniture makes me happy! Warmer weather is actually starting to arrive in Canada!! 😉
That scrub looks amaZeballs! I’m pretty much obsessed with all things coconut.
I am going to see my horrible baseball team play this weekend (Marlins) but before that I will be taking a hard core strength training class at Orangetheory! Have you ever taken a pure strength class! They have them at ours once a week. It is no joke!
This weekend will be about catching up around the house (i.e. cleaning). I’ll be happy when it’s over! (Haha)
Anyway, something else that made me happy this week was a very simple and refreshing sandwich I made for lunch: GF bread with almond butter spread over both sides, a generous amount of cucumber slices and a couple dates (cut in half) layered on top. So yummy!
That scrub looks awesome.
This weekend my husband and I are going to San Diego actually and I’m really looking forward to that! I’ve referenced your post about San Diego highlights and I hope to get one of those acai bowls while we’re there : )
I am happy for my job that I just started two weeks ago. It puts a smile on my face. And this weekend, I am most excited about getting some quiet/down time with my hubby after having three super busy weeks in a row!
I am looking forward to spending some much needed time with my husband because he’s been working so much lately that we hardly see each other! Also, the first pool party of the season is tomorrow, so that will be fun!
i cant wait to spend some quality time with my boyfriend this weekend. we’ve been on opposite work schedules this entire week, so i havent spent time with him since last saturday!
I am looking forward to relaxing for once! I ran Boston on Monday so I’m in recovery mode and I just finished schoolwork. Woohoooo!!!
I love going out on my front porch and seeing the beautiful spring blooms and listening to the birdies singing their songs.
The new Spring air and fresh feel of it makes me so happy. Looking forward to an action movie marathon with friends during this rainy weekend, while we all are lap topping our own work.. Two birds with one stone =)
I would love to win this giveaway.
I’m excited to spend some time with my fiance who was away last weekend, and for happy hour yoga tonight!
I’m loving all things coconut this time of year, coconut iced coffee is the best! I am looking forward to unpacking our new home this weekend and getting it ready for our first baby : )
I have my first wedding dress fitting tomorrow and tomorrow marks 3 months until the big day! This makes me sooo happy and excited:)
I’m looking forward to Vietnamese for dinner with some friends, a birthday dinner for my mom, and lots of pup walking, and reading!
I’m looking forward to family time and a warm bubble bath on Sunday night!
I’m looking forward to being awake during daylight hours this weekend after working nights in the nursery all week!
Cannot wait to see my man tomorrow! He works entirely too much so I end up spending my weekdays missing him to death.
I can definitely get that glass of wine in for you… Sauvignon blanc or pinot noir? 🙂 Absolutely love your blog. I work in an office which means I spend many, many hours in front of the computer. It also means I spend way too much time on your blog, but the bossman doesn’t have to know! Have a great weekend!
Oooh! I’d LOVE to win this *Giveaway* for this coconut scrub + two samples, AND a copy of your “HIIT It” book! My skin could use some moisturizing and softening. Just can’t afford too much high-quality beauty products right now. On a limited budget, that’s the area I cut from. Anyways, I hope I win!
Yesss, Full House! I’m looking forward to spending more time training my new pup this weekend.
weekend pancakes!!
I am looking forward to some relax time with my boys!
I am excited to hopefully pick out bridesmaid dresses this weekend for our wedding!
Looking forward to seeing The Age of Adaline at the Alamo Drafthouse Theater. I’ll have a glass of wine for you!
My sister is coming to visit and my husband is in charge of the kids so she and I can have a girl’s weekend!!
Looking forward to spending time with my husband. Not doing anything fun just hanging out. The scrub being made in Montana made me smile. I was stationed there for 4 years, fond memories.
Something that makes me happy is a good girls night with lots of wine-fueled chatter 🙂
Feeling my baby girl move around like crazy makes me happy! 36 weeks pregnant with my first : )
Hi! I am happy and excited to be working on our nursery this weekend, I’m 5 months pregnant with my first and I feel so very happy and blessed. Would love to win the giveaway 🙂
I’m looking forward to getting my hair done and heading out to a fancy gala tomorrow night 🙂
I am looking forward to hanging with my sister-in-law this weekend! She is the best!!