Friday Favorites + V-Day Round-up + They surprised me REAL good.

I was absolutely spoiled yesterday. Spoiled. I’m out of town next week for my birthday, so my friends took me out on the town yesterday for miles in the morning and dinner. 11.44 miles @ 8:27 pace in the sunshine. We were down to tanks after a few miles.

Emilee had these stunning donuts from Spudly’s (new favorite) waiting for us at the end of the run. The best birthday spread IMO.

Some (most) days, I drop off Beck to preschool in my running clothes and pick him up in my running clothes;).

Life first thing when we got home.

We watched the USA Women’s Hockey vs. Czechia and then got in our daily walk:

My friends took me out for a delicious dinner at Black Sheep Cafe!

And then I was COMPLETELY SHOCKED by Andrew throwing me a surprise party. I had zero zero zero clue.

Andrew is something else. I feel very lucky.

Now for this week’s favorite things:

*Jenisy wore these running shorts with this top, and I couldn’t get over how cute her outfit was.

*I was actually just about to buy this when The Crown Affair messaged me to send me their hair Towel-> A microfiber waffle knit towel to protect strands and speed up drying. I originally wanted it for the fact that it keeps your hair right in place in the towel with the little strap perfectly, as you are running around the house, cleaning up, or getting ready, but I found my favorite part of it is that it really does speed up the drying process for my hair. Cannot recommend this enough. I swear it has cut my blow-drying time by 70%. Also, their air-drying texturizing mousse is EXCELLENT.

*These Valentine’s Day treats from TJ’s are so good, they were gone before I could take a photo.

*Andrew and I have voted this to be our favorite chick flick in case you want one for Valentine’s Day. We’ve watched it ten times.

*THESE PANTS. I was influenced to buy them, and I am so grateful for that. They are beyond comfortable, a steal of a deal, and they come in tall for me! It feels like spring here, so I’m going to dress accordingly. And also, I adore this white tank.

Let’s chat about some Valentine’s Day gift ideas (for you to get yourself or send to your person;) of things I have and LOVE:

*I love love love love love my Hatch Alarm Clock. I can escape my phone by plugging it into the bathroom and then waking up gently with light sounds and lights (that get louder and brighter if I don’t wake up). It’s so great to help us build bedtime routines, too.

*I wear my brunch slippers each and every day. They make life feel cozier.

*Andrew got me this bag for my 40th! The Messenger Bag is a dream bag (most expensive bag I’ve ever owned, but I’ll use it for life, and you only turn 40 once;)

*The run gloves I couldn’t survive winter without.

*A scent that I adore right now.

*The coziest pajama sets of all time.

*I use my Our Place pan every single day and keep it out on the stove for decoration, too.

*The cutest striped sweater that is perfect for the next few months.

*The best pants for travel or relaxation.

*The scuba waffle zip-up is something you’ll want to wear over and over again.

*This t-shirt is made with a bit heavier material, perfect for the next few months (I got baked apple and adore the color)!

*This red gingham maket tote (I use it for grocery shopping, soccer games, snacks packing… it fits EVERYTHING).