Cheers to the freakin’ weekend.

I can definitely drink to that. Call me crazy but I’ve been craving a refreshing, fruity cocktail lately but haven’t gotten my fix. Hopefully this 3-day weekend can help me out in that department! It’s the calm before the storm for me here. In all honesty, if I could just fast forward to next Saturday at like noon, I’d be thrilled. The Dam to Dam Half Marathon is next Saturday AM in Des Moines and I’m SO. NOT. PREPARED. This knee injury and lots of travel for work have caused me to basically toss my training plans out the window so I’m legitimately going to be winging 13.1 miles. Pray for me! On a positive note, my parents & Janae will be heading North later this afternoon! It’s been over 8 months since my dad has been back and a little less for Mom & J. I’m SO EXCITED to have them up here and they’re all going to be able to watch me run, too. Total motivation! I can’t tell y’all how much I miss having my entire family within 90 miles. I hate to say it but I kind of took for granted being able to see all my sisters whenever I wanted. Now only 1 of the 3 can I do that with. Needless to say, this family reunion-ish is very welcomed! 🙂

Laid-back for Memorial Day.

Memorial Day is totally the kick-off for Summer and that means allllllll the laid-back/casual vibes for my wardrobe, and I am SO ready. The temps are quickly creepy up here in the Midwest and the sun has been shining regularly. With that comes an insanely drastic improvement in my mood and mental health that I’m welcoming with open arms. One thing I’m focusing on this Summer is protecting my skin, though. I’m a sun baby to my core but I also don’t want wrinkles so I’m balancing my exposure with a good sunscreen and taking advantage of hats being all the rage. This draped blouse that I picked up from Bliss, a local Omaha boutique, is the perfect shirt to look fabulous but shield my arms from the afternoon rays. The material is super lightweight and the low-cut front paired with the bell sleeves up the sex appeal. Unfortunately I can’t find this exact option online anywhere but THIS ONE is almost identical and THIS and THIS are all really similar. Paired with my AGOLDE cut-off shorts that I cannot get enough of, I’m ready to enjoy my three days away from everything!

Just a few more hours and we’ll be heading back to Kyle’s parents’ for a few days. Excited to hit a small town coffee shop and outdoor flea market with the MIL & SIL tomorrow morning and attempt my last long run before the race. Hope everyone has a safe & fabulous Memorial Day!

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