I Couldn't live without . . . thank you cards

I go through phases of being really good at writing thank you notes, or letters in general, and I'm currently in a not so good phase.  So I am really thankful for some pretty new cards to get me motivated! My mom was always really good when we were little, making us write notes for gifts we received and I think it set a great example.  I want to do the same with Addilyn, even if it means her scribbling on a card and myself writing the rest.  I so appreciate people sending us things, especially things for Addilyn.  My grandma is so good at remembering things, like cards on Valentines day, or a cute dress just because.  I wish I was better at writing notes right away, and that is my new goal!   

Nicole from NicoleKelly Creations sent me these beautiful cards.  They are blank inside, which I always choose when I buy cards so that I can write whatever I want.  Plus they come with pretty matching envelopes.  
Nicole has some other great things in her shop, like these hello weekend stickers (only $3.50!) and cupcake stickers for your calendar or planner.  Plus party invitations and birthday wreaths.  She is just starting out her shop, and I was happy to help spread the word!  She is giving readers a 10% discount using code FORLAURENANDLAUREN.  Check out her shop here!
Thank you Nicole! Now if I could just get them into the mailbox or to the post office once I write them! That is my other problem.  Why does the post office feel so hard?
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I Couldn't Live without . . . my new jean jacket

jacket: american eagle     shirt: american eagle  jeans: old navy   shoes: target

I've wanted a hooded jean jacket for awhile, especially a white one, but I've felt like it was a little too 80's looking.  But once I saw Joanne Gaines from Fixer Upper where one I didn't care and was on the hunt for one.  I pretty much want her wardrobe and her hair.  And every house she fixes.  

I got this jacket online when they had an extra 50% off their clearance and free shipping.  I love it and am sure I will wear it all the time.

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I Couldn't Live without . . . . Wish Lists

Chris isn't too hard to please in terms of holidays and birthdays, as we rarely make a big deal of those days and both are happy with a dinner together and maybe a smaller gift.  But when I do decide to buy Chris a present I rarely know what to get him.  I'm super thankful for wishlists, especially those on Amazon where Chris looks on often.  His birthday is in two weeks, so I made a list of a few things I think he'd love: 

Flashlight: This some fancy flashlight that is sitting in Chris' wishlist on Amazon.  I like because it's only $20 and I would think last longer and better than the cheap flashlights we have now. 

Proverbs Journal: Chris got this Proverbs journal a few months ago.  On one side of the page it has the verses for one chapter and on the write it has space for you two write them out your own.  I am a huge fan of writing out Bible verses, both for meditation and memorization and I love that Chris started doing this.  I would love to get him the Psalms journal next. 

Hammer Drill: I know nothing about tools, so again I'm thankful for this (Dewalt one) being in his wishlist already!

Kanken Backpack: Chris loves hiking and usually goes away a few times a year with a friend or his dad and this would be perfect for him.  There's a removable seat cover you can take off, and plenty of room to put whatever he may need, and it looks like it'd be really durable.  

Black and Decker drill tool set:  Again, thankful for this being in his wishlist.  However, I can testify to many times asking for his help in drilling something or putting something together and him not being able to find the right thing he needs.  So this would benefit me too!

Any other good ideas for the men in your life? Our ten year anniversary and Father's day are all within five weeks of each other so I should come up with at least one really good gift! 

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I couldn't live without . . . . Booties

top: c/o sheinside   jeans: target   booties: justfab

I bought these boots from Just Fab last year and I don't think I wore them once last Fall and Winter. They are probably a size too big and I felt like they made my feet look like clown feet.  I've either let that not bother me, or I was wrong because I wear them all the time now.  These are my other favorite pair that I also wear a ton.  I miss dressing up for work and I wear jeans most of the time and wearing booties makes me feel as dressed up as I think possible for me when I'm running errands, going to church or whatever I'm doing. 

one: just fab //  two: just fab // three: target ($9 a few years ago)

So while I could live without ever saying or typing the word booties again, I sure get a lot of wear out of the few that I have.

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