Weekly Wrap Up | Photo a Day

Happy labor day friends! It is Monday, so that means it is time for the weekly wrap up of the fms photo a day. If you want to check out my daily photos on instagram @estherlaurien or on twitter @estherlaurien. 

These are the pictures from 8/25-8/31, I hope you enjoy!

8/25 Mail: So we actually did not get mail on this day, so I took a screenshot on my phone and then cropped it down so it was only the mail icon. Adorable.

8/26 Breakfast: I grabbed one of these soft baked oatmeal squares to eat for breakfast on this particular day, they were delicious.

8/27 Dull: We had training from 8-5 on Conscious Discipline. It certainly had it's dull moments.

8/28 Travel: I took this picture while travelling home from work.

8/29 Dessert: We had a rehearsal dinner to attend for a wedding C was officiating on Saturday, and this was the dessert -- bread pudding. Yum!

8/30 Nearby: The wedding we attended was at this cool pavilion, with the reception nearby. 

8/31 10 am: I was doing laundry at 10 am...fun times.

Hope everyone is enjoying their Labor Day! Happy September!

Life | August Favorites

The end of another month is upon us, and with that a round up of some of my favorite THINGS from August 2014. It's quite an eclectic grouping of items this month, but that's life.

1. Keurig Brewing System

I couldn't tell you what exact model we own for our Keurig. We bought it many years ago after our cheap coffee pot caught our kitchen on fire. But the reason this is making my August Favorites is because it has been in storage for almost 6 months and now it's back in my possession! I forgot how much I enjoy it, the simplicity of brewing my one cup of coffee. Since I am in the only one in my home who drinks coffee regularly, I feel like the Keurig and I have a special relationship. I am happy to have it back in my kitchen.

2. Bath & Body Works Lavender Blossom Foaming Hand Soap

I can't actually find this product on the BBW webpage anymore. My grandma got this for me I believe either in my Christmas stocking or Easter basket (don't judge me). I adore this scent. It makes my whole bathroom smell delightful after using it. I am bummed that I can't find it at BBW currently, but they have lots of awesome fall scents, so I am sure I will be able to find a replacement.

3. iPhone 5c Otterbox Symmetry Case

We upgraded our phones a few months back, and I previously had an iPhone 4 with an Otterbox Defender case on it. It was super protected, but it was so bulky. One of the things I love the about the iPhone is that is slim, but with this massive case on it...notsomuch. I still wanted protection, but not as much bulk. Enter the symmetry case. I adore this case. It matches my phone perfectly and it protects it without adding bulk. 

4. Victoria's Secret Bombshell Perfume

I have had this perfume for awhile, but just recently began using it more frequently. It's a nice light scent, kind of flowery and citrusy. I have been loving it for the month of August.

So there you have it, a nice little round up of a few of my favorite items during the month of August! Have a great Wednesday!