Friday Faves
Hi friends! Happy Friday and YAY for the weekend. What’s going on? We’re meeting up with some friends for coffee this morning, headed to a baby shower tomorrow, and I’m looking forward to getting some projects finished around the house. We had an awesome Cinco de Mayo girls’ night last night – I’ll share some pics in Sunday’s meal and fitness post- and I’m going to prep some burgers and fries so they’re ready for tonight.
For now, it’s time for the weekly Friday Faves roundup. It’s always fun to hear about the things you’re loving, so please shout out your faves in the comments section if you’d like to join in the party!
Here are some of my fave finds from the week:
Fitness + life:
All of the amazing check-ins from the Fit Guides. You can start the plans at any time if you’d like to join in the virtual fitness party. (And no worries if you don’t; I’ll still be sharing lots of workouts here on the blog + Summer Shape Up later this summer. The new May calendar is live here, too! The fit guides are just more detailed plans with specific fitness goals/preferences in mind.)
It’s been really amazing to hear all of initial feedback on the plans and see the check-ins on our Facebook group!
–What to eat before and after running.
–The Yeti cup. I’m pretty sure I’m the last person ever to jump on the Yeti train, but WHY did I wait so long?! My brother and his girlfriend got me one for Christmas, and I’ve been loving it for my morning Four Sigmatic coffee. It actually keeps my coffee warm the entire time. No more mom coffee (<— aka ice cold coffee that’s been reheated 14 times) for meeeeeee.
-Girls’ night at The Draw. The Draw is a cute art bistro that recently opened here in Valdosta. I’d been intrigued – I always love the “paint and sip” type events because after a glass of wine, I feel like Picasso even though my skeleton painting looks like a sad monkey – and was excited when some friends suggested giving it a try.
Win #1: they have cheeseboards with fantastic local cheeses from Thomasville, and a selection of unique wines, beers, and handcrafted cocktails
Win #2: they have stencils you can use with a light box tracer + tons of markers and pens. (No more sad monkey paintings.)
We each chose a different type of mandala and enjoyed tracing and coloring our works of art.
While it’s a great girls’ night or date night type spot, it’s also extremely kid-friendly. I’m going to take Liv back in a couple of weeks for a mama-daughter date because I think she’d love it.
Food + recipes:
Special thanks to Jessica for including my almond butter lava cakes in this Mindbodygreen article about the best gluten-free desserts. So many on this list I’d love to try!
–A soy-free vegetarian taco meat recipe.
-Healthy recipe ideas for Cinco de Mayo.
Watch, read, listen:
The Goal Digger podcast. Jenna Kutcher has accomplished some incredible things, and I really like her insight on running an online business + blog. She gives a lot of valuable tips, and I love how real and down-to-earth she seems. I also like that there isn’t a lot of “fluff.” The episodes are concise and to-the-point, so I gain some knowledge from her on short car rides while I’m out and about.
To be totally honest, I’ve been tinkering with the idea of doing a podcast for the past year or so. Would you be down for this?! Please be honest, and I’d love to hear any ideas you have or what you’d like to hear.
OMMMGGGG this version of “Come What May” gave me major chills. Aaron Tveit is just ridiculous, and I’M SO HERE for the stage version of one of my beloved movies.
We’re all on team human being.
Fashion + beauty:
Busting out the favorite sandals ever. These were a major shoe splurge last year, and I’ve been excited to bring them out of hiding. They’re extremely comfortable and match so many different summer/spring outfits when I want to add a little extra somethin’ somethin’.
-I’m definitely going to try some of the new Color Intense Beautycounter lipstick. How about a little surprise giveaway? Simply leave a comment below and I’ll pick a lucky winner to receive a new lipstick in a color of their choice + a free Beautycounter product. (I’ll announce the winner here on this post Sunday pm.)
UPDATE: The lucky winner is Maria! I just sent her an email. Please stay tuned for LOTS of amazing giveaways headed your way soon…
Happy Friday, friends!
What’s something you’re loving this week? Any fun plans this weekend? Podcast: yay or nay?
xo
Gina
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I love my Yetis! I rotate colors and Yeti is killing me with all the pretty new colors (hello coral!), shapes and engraving they keep coming out with. The straw top is awesome for cold drinks too.
Would love to try beautycounter!
Yay for a Beautycounter giveaway!
Love the sandals! I’ve been considering getting a pair myself (or the heels…) but haven’t been able to commit!
I’ve been loving our warmer weather this week. Yay on the podcast!
I say yes to a podcast!
Would love to try the new lipsticks!
The Draw sounds lovely!! Definitely need a stencil….
I love beautycounter!! Those sandals are gorgeous and the your toenails are so pretty – definitely need to go get myself a pedicure soon!
LOVE those shoes!!!
I’ve been wanting to try beauty counter! I’m trying to make the switch to non toxic make up since my baby was born but I’ve been hesitant to actually order things ($$$).
yay, you’re the winner! check your email 🙂
A friend of mine who is a native of Japan invited me to her house for sushi making. I am so.excited!
I read all your blogs and enjoy “reading”. But I will be honest, I rarely listen to podcasts, even from some of my favorite bloggers/experts.
ohhh…Aaron Tveit *heart eyes*
and YES to a podcast!
Ive been meaning to try some beauty counter products! not sure what i want to start with though…
Moulin Rouge is the best! I would love to see the Broadway version 🙂
I don’t eat meat but your girls’ night dinner looked so good! Thanks for the soy-free taco meat recipe!
A Moulin Rouge remake?? Oh, my heart. I cannot wait to see that.
They have salads at that drawing place too?? Cool! Happy weekend!
We’ve had a pretty low key weekend, but did get out and hit up some garage sales!
Yes please to a podcast. I love my thermos travel mug! I actually make my hot beverages overly hot so that by late morning it is the perfect temperature to drink 😉
I’d love to hear a podcast by you! Also, I’m digging the May workout calendar, thank you for putting it together!
Hi Gina! Your blog is one of the first that I ever read and I would be thrilled to listen to a podcast. I have never tried Beauty Counter, but love experimenting with new products. Thank you for giving someone a chance to win 🙂
Enjoy the warm weather this weekend.
I keep reading great things about Beauty Counter but I’ve never tried it!
My name is Kaleigh and I’m a Yeti addict. Also- love those sandals!!!
I love my yeti too!
No exciting plans. Friday evening I had a wonderful dinner at a friend’s new home – we enjoyed a great meal outside. Saturday I rested and Sunday I will hang out with my dad who is going through stroke rehab for another week in a nursing home.
I love that it’s finally sandal season!
Yes to a podcast! I love hearing people I “know” talk on podcasts. Do you listen to the shu box’s podcast, best of both worlds?
Your sandals look amazing!
I didn’t know there was going to be a Moulin Rouge musical such a cool surprise!
I love your Friday Faves post. I always find something new and interesting.
Podcasts – I love the idea but I only listen to them when I am too tired to read (not very often).
Yay on a podcast!
I want to see what you made at The Draw!
Yeti for the win!!
I’ve tried Beauty Counter skincare products, but had thought to try out their lipstick!
I’ve heard such great things about Beautycounter. I’ve been slowly replacing beauty products with healthier brands and I need to try their stuff!
I would love the chance to try beautycounter products! Thanks for the giveaway!
I love trying new makeup/skincare products and these lipsticks look fantastic!
I want that salad now!
My fun plan for the weekend was Saturday finally getting a haircut after it being almost six months! The most exciting part, however, was getting an hour break of me time outside the home. After my husband being away for a week with work, it was nice to have him watch the kids for a bit :).
I would love to try beauty counter!
Gorgeous sandals!
Definite yes on podcast! And beautycounter!
My husband I and fight over MY yeti! They are great! Would.love to try Beautycounter- I’ve heard amazing things!
I love those sandals!
I’d love to try Beautycounter!
Would love to try Beautycounter products!
I have tickets to the moulin rouge musical already! I cant wait!!
Yes to a podcast!