Favorite Things Friday!

Happy Friday!!! The weekend is here! I kicked off my Friday with Insanity the Asylum Strength workout. I was a sweaty, happy mess by the time I finished! It got my day off on the right foot. I did some cleaning, took the kids to the pool, and came home for some more cleaning. I love having the kids at home for the summer, but I haven't gotten into a good rhythm with my housework yet. We'll figure it out!

I haven't done a Favorite Things Friday post in awhile. Frankly, I had been thinking long and hard about my favorite things to come up with a list that wasn't all food! So this time the split is 50/50. 

Have you tried this cheese? I don't know what it is about that "touch of Philadelphia," but it really does make the cheese a little creamier! I love it!!!

Next on my list: Foldit Flatout Bread with rosemary and olive oil! I picked up this package on a whim at Publix a few weeks ago when it was on sale. The hint of rosemary just adds something special!

I have had several sandwiches this week on the flatout bread with turkey, bell peppers, spinach, mustard and a few hot banana peppers. SO good!!!

Next is my entryway from the garage. My friend Sarah helped me come up with this layout, and I love it!!! This is where the kids hang all their backpacks, jackets and lunchboxes when they come in from school. We also hang our swim towels here to dry during the summer. Each child has a bulletin board as well so I can keep up with all their birthday invitations, school supply lists, etc. I got the boards and hooks from Pottery Barn, and I have been so impressed with how well they've held up! Nearly 3 years and still going strong, and we put a lot of weight on them!!!

Finally, I have my "Wall of Carol." I named it after my friend and favorite photographer who takes all our family photos. She inspired this wall with her portraits and a little help from Pinterest. If you're local and you need a good photographer, you should definitely check out Full Life Photography! Carol is not only gifted, she is just a precious person! And patient. Very patient. She has photographed my FOUR children. She's the epitome of patience.

View going up the stairs.

Close-up of the "Wall of Carol."

Have a fabulous weekend!!!!

Favorite Things Friday

I killed P90X Legs and Back this morning! I really didn't feel like getting out of bed today. It was one of those nights where I let myself fall asleep on the couch then woke up at 3 a.m. and went to bed but couldn't fall asleep for a couple of hours. Why do I let myself do that?!? I am soooo glad I got my workout done though!!!

I decided it was time for another Favorite Things post. This time I left off the pharmaceuticals, but a lot of my favorites still involve food. I've decided that's just who I am.

First up is my favorite, favorite salsa! I love this stuff!!! Seriously, I could eat it by the spoonful. I get it in the produce section at Publix, and I eat with everything from chicken to quesadillas to salads.

Next is my new favorite hummus: Sabra Tuscan Herb. I've eaten hummus that I liked and some that I hated, but this stuff is gold!

If I'm not using bell peppers, these crackers are my go-to item to pair with my hummus. They are so yummy! And at only 130 calories for 16 crackers, they always give me my fix when I need a salty snack.

Another favorite is my crockpot. Who doesn't love a good crockpot meal?!? I think my favorite thing about it is that all the work is on the front end, and when it's time to eat it's there waiting for you. I love getting my dinner prep work done in the morning while some of my many small children are at school, and I am not distracted by homework and after-school snacks.

Finally, I am extremely cold-natured, and as such, I love a good pair of warm and fuzzy socks. You'll find me wearing these babies in every season. Yes, even when it's 100 degrees out, I'm usually sporting my fuzzy socks around the house. Hot, right? Good thing my husband loves me for my mind too.

Question of the Day:

What's one of your favorite things?

Jen's Favorite Things

These are hard times in the Corvin household. My overachiever and firstborn has come down with strep throat AND the flu. Yep, hard times. But I'm not going to let that get me down.

When the dog bites.

When the bee stings.

When I'm feeling sad.

Cue Julie Andrews!

Okay, so that was Julie plus the Von Trapp family, but you get the picture. I think we all know what's coming next. That's right...Jen's favorite things! It's exactly like Oprah's favorite things, except I'm not rich, famous or giving any of this stuff away.

First up, the wonder drug, Tamiflu! I think it goes without saying why this is near and dear to my heart.

Next is Greek yogurt. If you haven't tried this stuff yet you've got to get some! It tastes great and has a ton of protein so it will keep you full longer. FAGE is my very favorite brand.

Of course, my list wouldn't be complete without chocolate of some variety. I am absolutely crazy about chocolate-covered cherries. But not just any garden-variety cherry will do. It has to be the Cella's with the clear-liquid centers. So. good.

Second only to chocolate is my other love: peanut butter! I could eat it with just about anything - pretzels, fruit, chocolate, or by itself right off the spoon.

Last but not least is the Weight Watchers ice cream candy bar. This thing tastes just like a snickers ice cream bar. But for 40 fewer calories! Now that I look that up, it's really not all that impressive. Oh well, I got this box on BOGO, and I had a coupon so the box cost me like $1. That alone is enough to get it on my list.

I've just realized everything on my list is food or pharmaceutical related. I'm not sure what that says about me. I do love to eat. And I'm all about modern medicine.

By the way, don't think I let today's difficulties stop me from working out! May I refer you to my #4 on my Top Ten Reasons To Work Out At Home??? I owned P90X Core Synergistics this morning.

What is one of your favorite things?