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Happy Friday, Y’all! So glad it’s here. I get to go see MC Hammer tonight with my favorite guy, and I couldn’t be more geeked! #weready

On another note, and the whole reason we are gathered here today, is to talk about my future Netflix Binge List. I have wrapped up a few shows in the last week or so, and have been looking for something else to get into once my little people have gone to bed. This is what I have so far.

Workin’ Moms-The previews look hilarious, and there are only 3 seasons at 30 minutes each. We can easily get that knocked out!

All American-This is one that my Mama suggested. It is inspired by true events surrounding a professional football player. All she had to say was that Taye Diggs was in it, and i’d have been sold!

Dead to Me– Here is another one that looks REALLY good. It is described as Black Comedy, and is 1 season/ 30 minutes. I am here for it! Does it look like I may have commitment issues?

Stranger Things-I watched Season 1 and was on the fence about wanting to watch more. In one of the podcasts I listen to, they talked about a few of the goings ons in the most recent season that seemed interesting. I plan to pick back up on this one. We’ll see how long it keeps my interest.

I believe that is enough to keep me busy for awhile. Do any of you have any suggestions? Maybe something that I wouldn’t think would “tickle my fancy”? I have had a TON of Breaking Bad nudges, but again, there is that long term commitment thing that I am struggling with….

Have a blessed weekend!
Kellie

One of my favorite TV shows has aired its final episode….. (sad face)

This was one of those shows that had so much going on that it was sometimes hard to keep up with, but so much fun to watch. When I had initially heard about it, I was a little bit like, “What tha???”, but I decided to just dive in. Take a gander at the premise, if you will?

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The Premise: Set in Miami, the series details the surprising and dramatic events that take place in the life of Jane Gloriana Villanueva, a hard-working, religious, young, Venezuelan-American woman. Jane’s vow to save her virginity until marriage becomes complicated when a doctor mistakenly artificially inseminates her during a checkup. To make matters worse, the biological father is a married man, a former playboy, and a cancer survivor who is not only the new owner of the hotel where Jane works, but was also her former teenage crush. In addition to adjusting to pregnancy and then motherhood, in the initial episodes Jane is faced with questions about her professional future and the daunting prospect of choosing between the father of her baby or her detective boyfriend. As the series evolves, the issues shift as her child grows into a toddler, her writing career moves forward, and her family members likewise develop independent plot lines.

You see? That all sounds crazy, right? But I guess they are just staying true to the Telenovela roots. SO……MUCH……DRAMA! I love it! So much so, that I binged the first 3 seasons on Netflix, and had a straight up attitude because it was still on the air, and I had to watch the last 2 seasons….**gasping** dare I say….weekly! THE HORROR!!!! Netflix, you spoil me so. When I say binged, I binged hard. Seasons 1 & 2 had 22 episodes, and Season 3 had 20, and at about 45 minutes a pop. Well worth it though.

Damon would never fully commit, but had the nerve to be asking all kinds of questions! “Get outta here with that! Either you’re in, or you’re out.”

I am sad to see it go, but I am assuming that they didn’t feel that they had many more places to take it. I bid you farewell Jane Gloriana  Villanueva, Rafael, Michael, Mateo, Abuela, Xo, Rogelio, Petra, Anna & Ellie, and I can’t forget about that dear sweet Narrator. You all will be greatly missed, but fortunately, will live on on Netflix!

Blessings, Kellie

Can you believe that it is the last day of July? Man! This year is flying by! Crazy that there are less than 3 weeks before school starts back.

I am pretty good at staying on top of all things Back to School, but I am going to tell you what I truly dread. SCHOOL SUPPLY SHOPPING!!! I know, I know! “Kellie, you should buy the kits that they sell at the end of the school year.” (insert sarcastic frowny face and head wagging here.) I am NOT thinking about that when school is letting out. I am just barely hanging on by the time school is out, so to wrap my brain around purchasing a Back to School item is just not my jam. I am wondering if I can bribe Kamren into doing the S.S.S. for me….#sorrynotsorry

In the midst of preparing us for vacation, I have managed to get my 3 youngins’ set, with the exception of school supplies, with their new gear for the brand new school year. We will have a Sophmore, a Sixth Grader, & a First Grader. They will each be at a different school, and will never go to school together again. Kind of sad, huh? I really know how to space ’em, don’t I!

Donovan is going to have us busy with all things football. (Yeah, my boy made Varsity) I’ve got my Hawk Mama shirts ready!

Kori is to be a Clarinet Extraordinaire! Sooooo her to be a band member. Out of all of my children….

Drew is on point to be a scholar. She has been working on her writing skills, (she likes to walk through the house copying the words she sees) and her “math” work through the summer. I am not really sure what this “math” is, but that is what she is saying shes doing in that workbook.

Once we are back from our trip, we will have to kick it in high gear to put our finishing touches on our prep. Hair is to be done. Sports physicals to be completed, & sack lunch items to be purchased. Fall is upon us, Ya’ll!

Blessings,

Kellie

Hey there! I said I’d be back today for the next installment of…I’M SO GEEKED, so…here I am, and guess what? The Whites are going on VACATION!!!! I know that is more excitement for me than for you, but this is so very needed. You know I will do a 3 day vacay in a heartbeat, but an entire nine days with the White House Crew??? Never…Been Done….Before. Prayerfully, we will ALL survive.

#prayforall6ofustoreturninonepiece

This go around, we decided on a cruise. Damon and I have been on a couple, but have never taken the kids. We say kids, but one is a total grown up. We told Kamren that this was her last Mama/Daddy sponsored vacation, seeing as she is now a legal alcohol drinking age. LOL! What I really enjoy about cruising is that you really don’t have to go anywhere else. Everything you need and want to do is right there. With us having younger children, the kids club is going to be awesome for keeping them occupied while we enjoy some grown folks fun. Even the teenager will have some entertainment. He is already talking about what he “thinks” is going to go down on vacation. (I blame TV. Dang you Suite Life of Zach & Cody) LOL!

I have been “hunting & gathering” for the last couple of weeks to make sure that we have everything we will need. We are doing some road tripping surrounding our cruise, so there are multiple levels to my packing madness. Having little people definitely adds to your necessities list.

I most likely will have everything wrapped up in the next couple of days, and will have my bags by the door! Can you tell that I am reads-to-go?

Blessings,

Kellie

Happy Monday!

I know. I know. I haven’t blogged much in the last couple of weeks, but it’s because I have been feeling a bit uninspired, I guess I would say. Life has definitely kept with all of its busyness, it just hadn’t felt all too share worthy. While I find writing & blogging to be therapeutic, I decided to attempt a “Post A Day.”

Here we go….

This past weekend, I’ve been gearing up for a couple of things. The first one is…..

Oh yeah! Friday…it…is…going…down! Anyone who knows me knows that I am hype on all things nostalgic. I am HERE FOR a concert that I can both sing along to, and take me back to a simpler time. What makes it even better, is that my husband is a MAJOR MC Hammer Fan! He is going to be beyond geeked at this experience. Before you ask….Yes, he was looking for Hammer pants. LOL! We didn’t find what we were looking for, but I did crank up my Cricut and make us a couple of concert tees!

I CAN-NOT WAIT!

I know there is some eye rolling and head shaking going on right now, but SO! (I am wagging my head right now, and sticking my tongue out.) The silly things in life… the things that make us giggle, are the enjoyable moments. The good times we share with one another. Those are the moments that I treasure. We are even dragging along our Aunt Jennifer. I know she was an original eye roller, but she comin’ tho!

#she is2legittoquit

I’ll be sure to share some pictures of our outing next week, but come back tomorrow, and I’ll share my next, “I CAN’T WAIT FOR”, post…..

Blessings,
Kellie

“Please Hamma, Don’t Hurt Em’!“

IT’S MY BIRTHDAY!!!

Today is THE day! I woke up to a salted caramel latte, made by the most handsome-est barista on the planet! (Thanks, Boo!) He also made a huge breakfast, so that we would be sure to be fueled for our day at Panther Island! We hit up the Sunday Funday event that they have every Sunday during the summer. You guys should check it out!

https://www.sundayfundayfw.com/

I am going to just let the pictures tell the story of the day…

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This was definitely a day for the record books! The weather was perfect, and no one ever felt like they were going to melt. We had a good time with family and friends, and made a few new ones. We decided to pack it all in around 5:30, so that our Out-of-Towners could get on the road. We said all of our goodbyes, and headed home to the brisket that Damon had smoked the night before. It was for reals calling my name.

We ate, then decided on a movie to watch as we wound down from the adventures of the day. Happiest of birthdays to me! Thank you Jesus for ALL of the many blessings!

Kellie

Wow! All I can say about this weekend is, “Thank you, Jesus for continuing to bless me!” I was able to see year 41, and had an amazing time bringing in this 40+ years of life.

It was kicked off with a BBQ & Baked Potato lunch and my favorite pie at work. How cute are these? (Alicia is so cute with her quirky ideas!)

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I headed home afterwards, and assisted my 11 year old, Kori on cooking us a nacho dinner. She was so proud of herself, as well as she should’ve been. After dinner, we all sat around the table and chit chatted. After the kids went off to their separate corners, as they usually do, Damon and I enjoyed a “night cap” together.

On Saturday morning, my wonderful husband and kids set out to do their weekend chores and left me to do whatever my heart desired. I ended up completing the last season of “One Day At A Time” on Netflix. I really like that show, and hate that it is cancelled after only 3 seasons. I was also able to complete another organization task that I, once again, forgot to take pictures of. I will say that it was a Kellie Productive morning!

We decided a little later to get out for a Taco Casa lunch. (For the record, Damon likes NOTHING about Taco Casa), but the sheer fact that he loves me, and I suggested we eat there, he obliged. Afterwards, we remembered a cute little spot that we walked up on in Waxahachie a few weeks back, called the Dessert Spot, and decided to go over there for a dessert sampling.

We had plans for dinner at The Lot, and I could feel the love. Thanks to everyone that came out.

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We ended the night at the house with our over night, out of town family, just reminiscing on old times. It was a long day, and I definitely needed to rest up for Part 2! Come back tomorrow, and check it out!

Blessings,

Kellie