Cannot believe September has arrived! Sharing an August 2018 recap including lots of travels, a MUST try recipe, and several movie reviews!
WHAT I BOUGHT
Preppy Striped Tee
Marigold Midi Skirt
Floral Bandana {unfortunately sold out immediately, most recently styled as part of a casual late summer look}
Ruffled Floral Print Jumpsuit
Wicker Cross Body Bag
WHERE I WENT
Morehead Inn – Joshua and I did a little staycation here. It was the prefect little “getaway” – less than 5 miles from our home. Our review of the inn.
Blowing Rock – Lacey and I visited the North Carolina mountain town a little over a week ago and had the BEST time! As well as the best fall preview weather. We were in heaven wearing sweaters and dining al fresco. We stayed at The New Public House which I could not recommend more and will be doing a review on very soon, so stay tuned!
Wisconsin – We just arrived back yesterday from a family trip to Wisconsin with Joshua’s parents {sister, her fiancé, and about 20 family members from my mother-in-law’s family}. We spent five days at a lake in Eagle River, Wisconsin. This was only my second time in Wisconsin and first time visiting a lake there. It was beautiful and a perfect escape to relax and recharge! Also, Joshua’s cousins couldn’t be more fun! Absolutely love hanging out with them and the whole family.
MOVIES WATCHED
Tully – this movie did pretty well via rotten tomatoes with both the critics and audience. However, Joshua and I were not fans of it! While I liked that it brought attention to what a woman can go through when having a child and the hormones afterwards, it took some really weird turns. And truthfully not that much really happened. Wouldn’t really recommend it.
Like Father – this movie did terrible on rotten tomatoes with both the critics and audience. And it was probably our favorite movie of the month. Funny how that works out, isn’t it? Both Kristen Bell and Kelsey Grammar did a great job! There were lots of laughs and some touchy topics that were touched on when it comes to difficult relationships with your spouse. Oh, and being addicted to your phone!
Mudbound – WOW! Such a powerful movie and the cast was incredible. They all gave incredible performances. Carey Mulligan, Jason Mitchell, and Garrett Hedlund truly blew me away. There is a very intense, violent scene that was honestly too much for me and absolutely broke my heart. However, how the character of the movie overcomes it will leave you falling even more in love with him.
12 Strong – I’ve said this a couple of times, I’m really into war movies. I don’t know why because often times it’s too stressful/nerve racking for me and I have to look away but I just love them and always vote to rent them. We both really enjoyed this one and thought the story line was amazing. What these guys did is truly heroic! I would recommend renting this one from RedBox or Netflix if it’s available.
RECIPES TRIED
Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Breasts – so easy, so delicious and left the husband quite impressed! We will definitely be making this more often.
Mediterranean Farro Chicken Bowl – by far my favorite meal of the month! Loved it so much I ate it three days in a row and as I write this wish it was what I was having for dinner tonight!
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FAVORITE SONG
Asking for a Friend – Devin Dawson
WHAT I WATCHED
Joshua and I are still watching Yellowstone and are seriously obsessed! We both can’t wait for the next episode every time we finish one. We just wrapped up season one last Monday and are DYING for season two! Hoping it kicks off sooner rather than later. Other than that we haven’t really been watching too much!
Take a look back a previous monthly recaps here.
I love war movies too! I can’t even handle scary movies, and I usually close my eyes at the bloody parts of a war movie but a good solider and I’m totally loving it.
Also been digging Asking for a friend lately! Its just all around a good song.
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Yes girl!!! That is exactly how I feel.
It’s the cutest song, isn’t it? Love it!
xo Laura Leigh
Okay that Mediterranean Farro Chicken Bowl is riiiight up my alley. Just pinned it and definitely trying it!
xx, Danielle | http://www.pineappleandprosecco.com
It is SO good!! Just made it again last night.
xo Laura Leigh
You bought some really great pieces last month! And it sounds like you were able to really enjoy the month going to some different spots with family and friends.
xo, Laura
Thank you Laura! Yes, we definitely were. Sad it has ended! Hope you had a wonderful month as well!
xo Laura Leigh
I’ve been thinking of watching Tully so glad I haven’t wasted my time on it! You should watch “to all the boys I’ve loved” on Netflix this month!
-Morgan
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Yeah seriously not worth it! Oh my gosh, that is too funny that you recommend that…I just read a blurb about it on Hillary’s blog and plan on watching tonight haha. Cannot wait!!
xo Laura Leigh
I am ENVIOUS of your trip to Blowing Rock! I’ve heard it’s just beautiful! P.S. I watched Like Father too and thought it was hilarious!
xo, Hillary | hillheady.com
Well I am down to meet you there anytime you want!! It is absolutely stunning – truly one of my favorite towns. Yay! Glad you liked it too.
xo Laura Leigh
This all sounds so amazing!! It sounds like you had busy and fun month 🙂
Lizzie
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Absolutely!
xo Laura Leigh
Sounds like you had a fabulous August! Blowing Rock is such a cool spot to visit! Love NC.
Definitely did! Yes, one of my favorites for sure!
xo Laura Leigh
The Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Breast looks amazing! I need to try that!
100% recommend it! You’ll love it!
xo Laura Leigh
You had such a great August! That midi skirt is actually to DIE for, so good for you! I’m also really glad you didn’t recommend Tully because I was on the fence haha
The Champagne Edit
Definitely did, a busy one too ha. Ah thank you SO much!!! I am truly beyond obsessed with it. And of course, glad to save you the two hours haha.
xo Laura Leigh
Will def have to check out these yummy recipes!
Yes for sure!
xo Laura Leigh
I can’t believe like father did so bad on rotten tomatoes I thought it was a great movie!!!
Xo, Kelsey
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Right?! I was shocked when I saw the reviews on there.
xo Laura Leigh
I used to go to sleep away camp in Wisconsin! It is so much fun! And I love that wicker bag!
xo Jessica
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Oh my gosh that is so fun! There was a sleep away camp on the lake we stayed on. Wouldn’t that be crazy if it was the same one!
xo Laura Leigh
Everything sounds amazing!! Such a great recap!
Absolutely was! Thank you gal 🙂
xo Laura Leigh
It looks like a great month! I’ll have the try the chicken recipe and check out those movies!
XOXO
Cathy
For sure! Yes, highly recommend the chicken!
xo Laura Leigh
I need to check out some of those movies! I really need to try that chicken recipe, I may give it a go this weekend! August sounds like a wonderful month!
Yes for sure! Oh the chicken recipe is so good. Hope you enjoy it!
xo Laura Leigh
Funny that you mentioned it, I had been thinking about watching Like Father. Sounds like you had such a fun month! Thanks so much for sharing with us, I’ll def be checking out a few links x
Oh you absolutely should! It is very good! Definitely did, thank you gal.
xo Laura Leigh