Quote of the Week {Weekend Wrap Up}

Well, the week has officially arrived!  Baby G is due to arrive this Saturday, however, I think we all know this little one and "the man upstairs" are in control of this!  I am sooooo ready to meet our angel!!! So, Baby G, feel free to make today your birthday if you think today feels right! 

For us, this past weekend we tried to take it slow, keep the feet elevated (edema is so not cool nor flattering) and enjoy what might have just been our last weekend before becoming parents!

I came home to fresh flowers and strawberries on Friday, Scott knows how to make me smile!

I had a major craving for Zack's, a longtime local spot in Burlington.  So we satisfied my craving.

On Saturday, we spent the morning having a little qt with my brother and soon to be Uncle Brent!

We got out and about and ran a few errands and enjoyed the sunshine.  We even made it out to my BFF's house to see the progress as they move into their forever home. I also totally lost a game of Trouble against Carly Grace (5) and Raylee (3). 

 

We wrapped up the weekend with a little yard work and watched What to Expect When You're Expecting.  Cliche, yes, but it just felt right and was so hilarious! Thank you to my Mama for buying the movie for us! I also think this was her way of keeping me at home and resting!! ;)

I have exciting news to share tomorrow so make sure to stop by!

Wishing you all a beautiful week! 

Quote of the Week {Weekend Wrap Up}

Happy Monday!! I hope you all had a relaxing weekend!  I am so excited for this week and the warm temps that are headed our way!! 

This past weekend I was fortunate enough to have Sweet Mama and Mama Gaither swoop in to my rescue and tell me to "rest and put your feet up" while they tackled my Saturday cleaning and picked up last minute items for the big delivery day! I am beyond grateful I have not been put on bed rest! I think I would go completely stir crazy!  For us the weekend was pretty low key.  We tried to relax and soak up the calm before the storm.  

Mama Gaither brought over my first spring flowers of the season! Spring through summer fresh flowers in our home are a must!!!

 

We even managed to decorate a touch for Easter and set the table for spring. 

Yesterday, Scott and I escaped for a little joy ride in the '48 to wrap up our relaxing weekend!

As we welcome the warm days this week I leave you with these very wise words! 

Ps...make sure to stop back by tomorrow to see Baby G's completed nursery! 

Here is a sneak peek I shared on Instagram this weekend!

Quote of the Week {Weekend Wrap Up}

This past weekend was so busy yet full of fun!  Scott and I kicked the weekend off with one of the most perfect rehearsal dinners I have ever been to. The countless toasts that were given were so heartfelt and brought the entire group to tears.  I have never heard more truer words spoken about two genuine people.

 Saturday, we took time before more wedding festivities to finish up all of Baby G's laundry and handle a few items on the "to do" list.

 

Trapping myself in the laundry room with these tiny and precious outfits isn't too bad!

All other laundry items I have no desire to handle! 

Next! It was time to celebrate our dear and lifelong friend John!  We could not be happier for him and Jessica!! I hope they are finally relaxing and soaking up lots of sun in St. Lucia!

 

Scott and I with the groom!!! YOU DID IT!!

 

Scott, Baby G, and I...we are just under 3 weeks to go!!!

 

 

My handsome brother and amazing and beautiful "Sweet Mama" 

 

 

Of course there was a brother- sister moment! 

 

 

So many friends that I haven't seen in years were there! Seeing my gorgeous friend Amy was total icing on the cake!!!! Loved catching up and getting mommy tips from her! 

Sunday, ALL DAY LONG, I kidnapped Mama and we tackled ALL of the last minute things for Baby G!  After the glider arrives today and the "take home" outfits hopefully arrive end of the week we are offically set and just waiting on this little one to completely change our lives forever! 

I soooooo cannot wait! 

As we count down the days and try to remain patient I leave you with this quote! 

Quote of the Week {Weekend Wrap Up}

Is the weekend really over already??  I swear they get shorter and shorter!  This weekend our good friends Brooke and Isaac came in from Charlotte to spend the day with us.  We had an amazing lunch at one of our favorite local spots The Root in Elon their little fella, Gavin, once again completely stole the show and melted our hearts! Is he not just precious as can be??

 

And for the first time I think ever on the blog and for that matter any social media outlet I thought I would share my "weekly" bump pic! OK, so I might not snap them weekly, but we have a fairly decent collection of the ever growing bump!  I have officially "dropped" with just 4 weeks to go!

 

Sunday I did a little more nesting! I took inventory of Baby G's library!  Let me just say, if you are expecting a little one you have to of course get the classics, but also promise me you will get "The Wonderful Things You Will Be"!  I cannot WAIT to read this one to Baby G! It's a total fave of mine! The illustrations are just presh!

 

This weekend we had warmer temps reaching almost 70° however, the clouds were still hanging around.  Clouds or not I just couldn't resist a colorful Sunday afternoon snack!  Avocado with a splash of lime juice and strawberries are one of my favorite snacks on warm spring and summer days!

Wishing you all a beautiful week! Now let's all throw a little confetti! 

 

Quote of the Week {Weekend Wrap Up}

Happy Monday! I am one busy lady today! I feel like the countdown is officially on and with just under 6 weeks to go before the big due date I want to tie up all loose ends so I can relax and enjoy the end of this amazing ride!    

It was another packed weekend and unfortunately in all the fun chaos I neglected to download my pics!  So instead of images from the weekend, I am going to share quotes!

Saturday, we had our 3^rd and last shower for Baby G!  It was a GORGEOUS one and I will be sharing all the details soon in an upcoming post!

 

As for Sunday, Scott and I worked with my dear friend and amazing photographer Brittany Blake to capture our maternity pics!  I cannot wait to see how they turned out. 

 

After we wrapped the shoot, we headed out to meet up with Scott’s co-workers to watch the big Super Bowl!  As a NC girl, it just felt wrong to not pull for the Panthers, but Peyton Manning is such a class act and with him possibly retiring I have to say I enjoyed seeing the Bronco’s win! 

 

And...for your quote of the week...

 

Happy Monday! 

Quote of the Week {Weekend Wrap Up}

Happy Monday!

Did you survive the rainy weekend?  I personally enjoyed the Seattle like weather. 
There wasn’t too much on the agenda this weekend.  Scott and I stayed in on Friday and had his favorite, spaghetti.  That boy loves some spaghetti!  I remember the first time I cooked for him when we were dating, this was what he requested!  I love it too, but geez Louise, every week is a bit much! Can you tell this is an ongoing battle at The Gaither house?!  The only meal I feel appropriate to have every week is, that’s right, you guessed it, TACOS! 

Saturday, Sweet Mama and I had a mother-daughter day.  We went shopping for my very first maternity clothes!  All I can say is you might have to pry my new comfy digs from my hands after Baby G arrives.  Oh my!  Who is this girl I’m turning in to??  But, seriously, tops and dresses were super easy to shop for, however, I still need to find some bottoms that I like. So I am open to suggestions from all you mommy’s out there!  I still have a little time, ok maybe a week, at most!

And you know the trip was not complete until we 
had our Starbucks fix.

 

My past two trips I have tried the new Toasted Graham Latte.

It is delish, really creamy taste to it.

On Saturday I tried to order my beloved Chestnut Praline, but

was shut down. Let's all pray they bring it back for the holiday season. 

Sunday, was church, dinner with the family, and then I finished up my DIY dresser 
for our master bedroom!!  Once we get the ridiculously heavy piece moved up stairs and 
styled I promise to post pics!

  

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This week we finally welcome October.   

I couldn’t be more excited for one of the most beautiful months of the year!

 Wishing you all a wonderful week!

  

 

Quote of the Week {Weekend Wrap Up}

Well, that's a wrap on another weekend and the last offical weekend of summer!

 What did you do this weekend?!

For us, we kept close by the house and worked

on any and every project we could.

I am almost finished with my latest furniture piece and

I am beyond determined to have Scott and some of his friends

move it into our master bedroom THIS WEEK!

I don't think I'll have to beg, he is so ready for me to have it out of his 

workshop.  He says all my projects are totally killing the vibe of 

his man cave! 

Here's a peak of the fab handles for the piece. 

Saturday night we did take a break, thanks to Sweet Mama, and had a little

comic relief with James Gregory in the big town of Liberty!

If you have never heard him before, you're missing out! Hilarious!

However, I do warn you, unless you are 100% Southern, you might not

fall in the floor laughing like we did! 

Sunday, it was church then family lunch, compliments of Sweet Mama again!

Then it was back to paint brush and projects!

Did I mention we also shopped paint samples for the nursery this weekend?!

SO, exciting!

 

This week marks the beginning of fall and I have a tendency to share the

same quote every year as he is one of my favorite authors and I really hate to 

break tradition, so…

Quote of the Week {Weekend Wrap Up}

First, I want to apologize for going MIA on yall at the end of last week, but I had a top secret 

60^th SURPRISE PARTY I was working to pull off for our amazing, sweet, loving, 

caring, wonderful Sweet Mama.   

AND WE DID IT!! She was completely surprised, over the moon excited, 

and showered with lots of love from friends and family!

It was perfect!  

 

 

I have to say I cannot stop beating myself up over the fact I did not snap not ONE single picture

of the outdoor decor!! But, since you can't see it I will let you know it was gorgeous navy linens

with  vintage white vases to show off the varied colorful flower arrangements.

Each place setting had a special card about Sweet Mama and the year she was born.

We also had a "Memory Jar" for all the guest to share their favorite memories with Mama.

I honestly think this was one of her favorite parts as she said 

"we have to do this at every birthday from here on out" haha! 

Thank you Mama for being YOU and for loving all of us unconditionally and showing

us the special grace of a mother! We love you more than words and hope you know 

how much we appreciate you and all that you do!  

And with that said... your quote of the week!