A September recap including MUST TRY pancakes and more!
c/o shirt | similar skirt | c/o handbag | loafers
Clothing Purchased:
Metallic Gold Pumps {under $100}
Cropped Ivory Hoodie {on super sale}
Nude Ballet Flats
Brown Oxfords
Home Items Purchased:
similar Wool plaid blanket
Where I Went:
This month was a one and done in the travel department. Joshua and I travelled with family to Duck, NC from September 9th to the 16th. It’s the longest vacation we had taken since our honeymoon and the longest we had been together since then as well. We loved every minute of it! I also paused in the blogging department and stepped away from social media a bit. Which was really nice! An escape from work + social is definitely needed at times. I came back with batteries charged! You can read all about our trip here, see an Instagram recap here, and check out the only look I shot while there here.
Movies Watched:
Zodiac – This movie was outside of my typical movie wheelhouse but I actually really liked it! Typically, I’m all about rom-coms, comedies, or military movies so this thriller was a shocker for sure. I 100% say it’s worth the watch though! Jake Gyllenhaal gives an incredible performance {seriously he’s an amazing actor, blows me away with every movie}. As does, Mark Ruffalo and Robert Downey Jr.. Downey’s character was pretty hilarious to me, also a bit sad. You’ll understand when you watch the movie. Although be prepared, it’s a longer movie.
The Big Sick – I’d say this one is a rom-com aka totally a rom-com. We picked this one after seeing it in Redbox and checking out the Rotten Tomato reviews. After seeing the movie received 98% from critics and 90% from audience, we couldn’t pass it up. A hilarious, yet heartfelt movie about a multicultural romance. I give it a thumbs up for sure!
Recipes Tried:
Asparagus Sweet Potato Chicken Skillet – I used this recipe as the base but ended up switching ingredients up quite a bit. I switched out the sweet potatoes for regular potatoes and the asparagus for broccoli and black beans. Basically, because that’s what I had. The end result was quite tasty! As I believe the original recipe would be as well.
Fluffy Greek Yogurt Pancakes – These might sound a little weird and you might be saying “Greek yogurt in pancakes, what?” BUT I promise you they’re amazing. Honestly, I don’t think you can say you’ve had pancakes until you’ve tried these. They were a real winner when I made them for family. Which reminds me, I need to make them again!
Favorite Blog Posts of the Month on Louella Reese:
Readers Favorite – The Lodge at River Run // Banner Elk Travel Guide
My Favorite – Let’s Talk Body Confidence
Favorite Blog Posts of the Month:
How to Support Your Favorite Blogger – Beauty with Lily
Make This Your Next Tailgate and Thank Me Later – My Style Vita
Bellagio, Italy – Covering the Bases
A Week in the Life of a Fashion Merchandiser – Part 1 – Pink Champagne Problems
The Wide Leg Culotte – Gal Meets Glam
Favorite Song of the Month:
Every Little Thing – Carly Pearce
Reading:
The Nest – Love, love, love! After finally finishing my last book, last month, I couldn’t wait to dive into a new one. I had my fingers crossed for a better outcome {wasn’t a fan of the last one, read why here}. The Nest did not disappoint. The novel was one of those books you can’t put down, you need to know what happens next. I started and finished the book within two weeks. Which is pretty great for me as the last one took over three months {eeek}! This book is the story of four siblings trying to figure out life, love, and money {the nest}. It’s entertaining, exciting, and relatable. With that said, I absolutely recommend this book!
TV Shows Watched/Watching: I am still watching Parenthood via Netflix. This past weekend I kicked off season 5, meaning I only have two more seasons to watch. I am still loving it and feeling even more invested in the Bravemans then ever haha. Nashville and Suits are both on hiatus for a couple of months so right now, lame. Grey’s Anatomy has started back and Scandal will soon, so at least I’ll have those two. What are y’all watching this fall season?
Take a look back at my recaps from August, July, June, May, and April.
Sounds like you had an awesome September girl! The chicken skillet sounds like a good dish, I will have to make that.
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Definitely did! Very nice to be home for a majority of it after being away every weekend in August. You should definitely give the dish a try. It is so delicious and easy!
xo Laura Leigh
I am loving Parenthood too! I am in the middle of season 4! That chicken skillet sounds amazing!
Ah yay! I love that you are watching it as well. We will definitely have to chat about it. The chicken skillet is quite tasty, highly recommend.
xo Laura Leigh
You know my love for breakfast food! I want to try those pancakes!! You always have such new and fun recipes
-Morgan
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You will love them! They’re SO tasty and really filling. Thanks gal, I love trying out new recipes!
xo Laura Leigh
Zodiac was one of my favorite movies! Such a chilling film!
Completely agree! I was on edge most of the movie.
xo Laura Leigh
I’ve got the nest on my list to read! I’m also a huge Grey’s and Scandal fan so bring on TGIT! Sounds like a great month and I can’t wait to see what October brings for you!
xoxo,
Kim
Ah you are going to love it!! You’ll definitely have to share what you think of it! YAS!!! Bring on all the TGIT. I still need to catch up from last week but I am SO excited!
xo Laura Leigh
these blues are phenomenal together!!
Thank you lady! I had fun putting the look together.
xo Laura Leigh
I love these types of posts! And I’ve added those metallic gold pumps to my wishlist! Adorable!
Yay! So glad you love them. I really enjoy putting them together. YES, they’re so cute and incredibly comfortable. You will love them!
xo Laura Leigh
Sometimes you just need to get away from social media! Love that you Took a lIttlw break this montH. It can get so OVERWHELMING
Yes, I completely agree! It is good for the soul and your sanity ha.
xo Laura Leigh
Love the sImplicity and Effortle style of thIs whole look! And thanks for sharing aboUt your month
Thank you gal! The look kind of came together on a whim but I loved how it turned out. Of course, thank you for reading!
xo Laura Leigh
You had a busy September girl! I just finished Parenthood and am so excited Grey’s is back!
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Yes, for sure! A little calmer than August though, so that was great! Ah, we need to chat about Parenthood. I am so loving it!
xo Laura Leigh
Sounds like you had a week of fun in North Carolina! I just love the way you’ve styled that button front maxi! 🙂
Oh yes for sure! Absolutely loved it there! Aw thank you so much gal! The look came together on a whim and I really love how it turned out. I’ll be wearing it again in the spring for sure.
xo Laura Leigh
I really want to try those yogurt pancakes! I’ve heard they’re delicious! xo
You should! They’re so tasty and incredibly filling.
xo Laura Leigh
Ooh I’m loving this recap!! Those were some great blog posts this week!
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Thank you lady! Yes there were definitely some good ones this month.
xo Laura Leigh