Wednesday, October 4, 2017

Currently // October

Joining Anne and Dana for a Currently link-up today! Here's what I've been currently...

Styling // unfortunately NOT my hair...I really need to come up with some tried-and-true styles for everyday. I love my hair straightened or curled for the weekends but day-to-day the messy bun and I tend to be together.

Saving // Very little. I've been on a minimalist kick and loving this book about minimalism for Christians/Catholics. Don't get me wrong, The Life-Changing Magic had its merits, but some of the New Age parts just weirded me out too much, plus some of it was just unrealistic for a married momma. I'm really appreciating Sterling's views on why minimalism is important-- even a calling-- for a Christian.

Searching // For fun, family-themed trick-or-treat costumes! We don't really celebrate Halloween, but we do love All Saints' Day as well as trick-or-treating in our neighborhood. Our neighborhood is a huge, family-friendly place with lots of young kids and the neighbors go crazy for trick-or-treat night. This is the third year we've lived here and we've created a tradition of inviting my side of the family for it. Right now my top pick for cuteness and simplicity is a 'money bag' costume for G and 'robber' costumes for me and P. ;)

Picking // A recipe to make for an Oktoberfest we were invited to this weekend. I'm so excited because I've been wanting to go to a fall party and this one sounds fabulous-- lots of families, hosted in a barn, and includes a bonfire and hayride. I'm pretty sure I'll be bringing a pumpkin dump cake as a dessert to share.

Making // I want to be making Christmas gifts, but need to find the time, energy, and money, haha. I've lately just had such a desire to do crafty things again...like soap making or crocheting or scrapbooking crafts... This season has got me with all the heart eyes for the upcoming cozy holidays-- and the accompanying food and crafts and traditions.

What are you up to this month??

14 comments:

  1. I really need to focus on holiday gifts too. Normally I'm way ahead of things. I do plan on making some DIY things for friends though, so I should get started on that!

    Aw, I like your Halloween idea! My oldest niece and nephew are going as Mario and Princess Peach.

    -Lauren
    www.shootingstarsmag.net

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    1. Oh that's cute! I love sibling costume themes!

      Ugh, I am almost NEVER ahead when it comes to gift buying or making! haha!

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  2. I need some hair inspiration too! I'm tempted to put mine in a bun everyday because it's just so easy!

    Carrie
    astylishfit.com

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  3. that book is on my to-read list as well! I have a few others I have to finish first (I read too many books at once, lol), but I'm really excited to get to it.

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    1. Awesome! I think you will like it! And oh, I always am reading multiple books at once too! ;)

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  4. I love the idea of family Halloween costumes, but my kid is old enough to want to pick his own this year, and I am just not going to dress up as a dinosaur myself :) And oooh this sounds like the perfect fall party - enjoy!

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    1. Haha, yes, we're in the sweet spot where I get to choose her costume. ;)

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  5. Yay fall! I think messy buns are totally acceptable. But does a braid feel more put together? That can be fairly quick and definitely pretty, I think. I got an ebook of the minimalism book, and am looking forward to it! I love having less. Oh, the costume possibilities are so cute! My family had a "wonder baby" (like Wonder Woman's) costume all of us wore at some point, which I love. Pooh + other character + a jar of honey maybe? The robber idea is funny too! Your cake and party sound fun! I just made pumpkin bread and apple + zucchini bread today, and even though it was 85 degrees, it's feeling more like fall around here! Great idea thinking ahead to Christmas. But crafy hobbies can definitely get super expensive.

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    1. Ok, total honesty here-- I love braids but they showcase my too many gray hairs!!! lol!

      Glad you got the ebook! We can keep each other motivated! ;)

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  6. I've felt like making homemade Christmas gifts lately, too! I've actually gotten a bit of a start with my sewing machine--made a tote bag and an apron for some friends, but now I need to get some more supplies before I can make any more projects. I have plenty of fabric...just need those practical things like interfacing and elastic, ha!

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    1. Oh those sounds like adorable gifts!!! I love sewing but am not quite that talented!!

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  7. A messy bun is pretty much my everyday hairstyle.

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