Whats Up Wednesday

It is the final Whats Up Wednesday for the year! 

Yikes, how did that happen?!? If you are new to the blog, one a month a whole lot of lovely ladies link up to share what has been happening in their lives this past month. From what we are eating to what we are wearing its all covered. This month / last few weeks have been cray-zag (as December usually is) so lets jump in!  

What we're eating this week 

I'am all about holiday food and any excuse to eat some Christmas ham 😜 So we will be eating a mixture of new and old Christmas recipes. I shared a few of my go-to seasonal recipes on Monday. But if you missed it you can catch it here.

What I'm reminiscing about 

An amazing few weeks filled with food, family and friends. No better way to welcome the Christmas season! 

What I'm loving 

Our new fruity pool toys, which are practical and pretty. We bought a whole stack of different pool toys at the beginning of the season because we live in the pool! But these are my favourites.  You can find them here.

What we have been up to 

If I'am not at work or doing chores you can find me here at the moment. What can I say, I'm a beach bum at heart! And with weather like that can you blame me? 

What I'm dreading 

I have both a dentist and skin appointment this week. I feel like I have been to these specialists once a month this year and I'm officially over it! But I'm thankful for such great healthcare and all my teeth 😛

What I'm working on 

Christmas baking, crafts, shopping (which I'm yet to finish) etcetera. The usual final chaos that comes this time of year! 

What I'm excited about 

Having my whole family back in one city for Christmas. My baby sister arrives today from Minnesota and I can not wait! 

What I'm watching / reading 

This Is Us - aka This is amazing! 

And I have just start The Clasp by Sloane Crosby, which comes highly recommended. So I shall keep you all posted! 

What I'm listening to 

Christmas carols dah! This album just happens to be one of my favourites this year. If you haven't already checked it out, jump on Spotify right now! 

What I'm wearing 

My usual easy but cute chore, child and chaos proof outfits. 

What I'm doing this weekend 

Celebrating Christmas with my family and friends! There will be food, laughter and presents. I hope your weekends are blessed and merry! 

What I'm looking forward to next month 

We will be ringing in 2017 at the beach with friends. This means a mini break filled with rest, relaxation and fun. I can't wait to be back here! 

What else is new 

Other than the Christmas chaos, not a whole lot! 

Have a wonderful day friends! See you tomorrow!

Lou 

xxx

Whats Up Wednesday!

Morning Everyone! 

Today I'm sharing my What's up Wednesday! Technically I'm a week late to the party but I was away last Wednesday and I always find these post so much fun to read, so why not! Here is a little insight into life lately! 

What we're eating this week 

This weeks recipe will have all the sweet tooth's begging for more. Be sure to check in here tomorrow for the recipe to Banoffee pie slice! 

What I'm reminiscing about 

My wonderful girls trip to Sydney last week! 

What I'm loving 

Having all the Christmas decorations up and looking gorgeous! I shared a few of our family decorations last week, if you missed that post you can see it here.

What we've been up to 

Enjoying the gorgeous Summer weather with beach trips, golf games, afternoon swims, hikes and much more! 

What I'm dreading 

A trip to the dentist tomorrow. I hate the dentist, the smell, the sound, the whole experience! Gah! 

What I'm working on 

My Christmas shopping. Just when I think I'm getting on top of the list I remember someone! This certainly isn't the reason or most important part of the season but it sure is time consuming 😫

What I'm excited about 

Celebrating the Christmas season with all my friends and family over the next few weeks! Including these special ladies :) 

What I'm watching/ reading 

I have just finished The Fall, like yesterday. Oh my goodness! So darn good #thankyounetflix 

Now my addiction to The Fall has ended, my spare time is being spent reading this sweet book! 

What I'm listening to 

Is there anything else one would listen to in November / December?!? 

What I'm wearing 

Yesterday I shared a few recent outfits I have worn and loved. If you missed the post you can catch it here.

What I'm doing this weekend 

Heading to the beach with girlfriends to enjoy this perfect Summer weather! 

What I'm looking forward to next month 

My baby sister returning home for Christmas! Having my whole family together for the holiday season is definitely something I'm looking forward to! 

What else is new

Not a whole lot. End of year chaos, christmas shopping and planing, work and a whole lot of bad christmas singing ;) 

Have a wonderful day my friends! 

Lou 

xxx

What's Up Wednesday!

It's Whats Up Wednesday! Woo hoo! 

For those of you new to the blog the final Wednesday of every month I link up with some other amazing ladies to catchup on the month that was. There is a lot to cover so lets jump straight in! 

What we're eating this week 

Cashew Chicken Quinoa Bake. This meal is super simple and crazy delicious with loads of veggies. The perfect mid week dish. Check out the recipe here.

What I'm reminiscing about 

An amazing girls weekend at the beach! The weather was great and the company was even better. We celebrated a friends birthday in advance while away but today is her actual birthday, so happy birthday sweet claire! 

What I'm loving 

my gorgeous new Country Road tote, which I will be using as a beach bag! I bought mine online yesterday after seeing it in store a few weeks ago so can't wait to get my hands on it soon! You can find it here.

What we've been up to 

Spending a whole lot of time outdoors with family and friends! I was on babysitting duty last week so it was time to get the gang in the pool and burn some energy haha! 

What I'm dreading 

I have two massive final reports due in the next two weeks and that means heads down tails up. Only about 5000 words to write. So that should be interesting :/ 

What I'm working on 

Birthday shopping, halloween costumes, christmas presents, christmas planning, organising new years. Why is it that October onwards is chaos. When will I learn to get organised sooner?!? 

What I'm excited about 

Celebrating all of the above :) 

What I'm watching

This one is an ongoing and ever long list. But favourites right now include Trophy Wife (I'm nearly finished) House and The Great Australian Bake off ! I have also seen a few great documentaries lately all of which you can see here.

What I'm listening to 

All out 90s playlist on Spotify. I have a 90's themed party coming up so I'm re- familiarising myself with some classics. 

What I'm wearing 

A tone of cute spring outfits that are a mix of new and old! You can check out my recent wardrobe posts here and here. Plus if you are looking for some new shoes you can not miss yesterdays post, if you did have a looksy here.

What I doing this weekend

Celebrating the spookiest night of the year, obviously ;) 

What I'm looking forward to next month 

Celebrating one of my favourite humans, big birthday! There will be a big party and costumes and cake and probably too much wine and I cannot wait. Happy pre birthday to this best friend of mine! 

What else is new 

Not a whole not, end of year chaos and fun. Life is pretty sweet! 

So there you have it, my October Whats Up Wednesday! Have a fabulous day friends and I'll see y'all tomorrow! 

Lou 

xxx

Whats Up Wednesday!

Happy What's Up Wednesday everyone! 

Today I'm linking up with a few of my favourite bloggers to share things I'm loving, what I'm eating and everything in between! Grab a cup of tea and settle in ladies! 

What we're eating this week 

I will be sharing this spring Pizza recipe on the blog tomorrow. Chorizo and Carrot pizza may sound like a weird combination but trust me on this one. Be sure to check back here tomorrow for all the details! 

What I'm reminiscing about 

A beautiful and very quick beach get away! We are so lucky to have so many amazing beaches so close by. I'am still faulted by their beauty every time! 

What I'm loving 

My amazing new sage green puffer vest from Country Road. This stunner is currently reduced and still has several in stock. Check it out here 

What we have been up to 

School holidays are here again, so I'm on babysitting duty. I love getting to spend some quality time with these sweet little people! 

What I'm dreading 

My next skin check and follow up appointment. I had a mole removed off my back last week and need to go back to the doctors for a check up etc. Eeekkk! Not a fan of the doctors! 

What I'm working on 

Research reports! I have a few huge reports coming up in the next two months as well as a chaotic schedule so I'm trying to get a jump start on things. Wish me luck! 

What I'm excited about 

My beautiful new haircut thanks to my friends at the Diva Lounge. I have always been a blonde so it was time to mix it up and go a little darker. It has been a long time coming but I'm glad I finally took the plunge. Fellow brunette here!! 

What I'm watching / reading 

I have just finished Modern Romance by Aziz Ansari. I really enjoyed this book and spoke about it previously on the blog here.

And then yesterday, I finished Gilmore Girls - cue the crying and moping here! I can not wait until November when we can catchup on the new season! Woo hoo #thankyounetflix 

What I'm listening to

Funny but true. I think I will have this song stuck in my head for the rest of my days!

What I'm wearing 

I have been trying to make the most of my winter wardrobe before it starts to warm up. I shared a few of my outfits from this past week here! That being said we went swimming yesterday so I think Spring is officially here!

What I'm doing this weekend 

Sleeping in, hanging out with friends, eating out and relaxing. Oh and probably crying due to post Gilmore Girl depression :(

What I'm looking forward to next month

Celebrating my sweet friend Claire's B'day with these lovely ladies. We will be celebrating with a girls weekend to the beach and I'm pumped!

What else is new 

Not a whole lot! Christmas and New years eve planning is in full swing. The weather here is heating up and that means its beach season! Yippee!  Life is pretty swell :)


Have a wonderful day friends and see you tomorrow!
Lou
xxx