I Just Like to Smile

Hump Day Hugs have been revamped and are ready for action!

This week's hug:

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Now, we have to say, we're pretty good at this. We look for the silver lining in most situations. That's not to say that we don't have our Debbie Downer days because we are human so we totally do, but for the most part - this is us: positive and enthusiastic about life!

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But, we get it. Some days it's hard to plaster on that smile and face the world. You may be having a bad day, but your smile might be the only one someone sees all day. And, just remember that somewhere out there in that great big world, someone's got a smile waiting for you too.

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And, in case you didn't know, it takes less muscles to smile than it does to frown. So, put on your happy face and make someone's day today. We promise it'll make you smile more!

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So Many Books; So Little Time

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Crazy Little Thing by Tracy Brogan was a book that I did not have the highest expectations for. I was immediately drawn in to the humor the characters possessed. The writing made the characters very relatable and very lovable. This book is about a mother of two, Sadie Turner, who's normally perfectly organized life has been tossed into disarray with an upcoming divorce due to her husbands infidelity. She and her two children escape to her aunt's lake house for the summer in hopes to regain a fresh outlook on her future. 

Her aunt and her two cousins are all trying to set Sadie up with the hot neighbor. Men are the last thing Sadie has in mind for getting her life in order, but even she can't resist the good looks and good nature of Desmond. 

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This week, I chose a dance mystery series that I had an absolute blast reading! It's about a dance teacher named Jenny T. Partridge who owns a dance school. She barely makes ends meet and constantly has to deal with psycho dance moms. And, then of course, there's the super hot detective who she just can't seem to stay away from. Think Stephanie Plum from the Janet Evanovich series but as a dance teacher. This is a series you don't want to miss! It is filled with laughter and mayhem at every turn.

For Beautiful Lips: Speak Only Words of Kindness

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I think there is something very truthful and elegant to this quote. Not everything we think we want is meant for us, and there is always a reason for that. It's best to let go and move past that. Every day should be a new day to choose to love and live in a meaningful way. As Cassie and I both like to remind ourselves, every day is a new day to start over. :)  

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Now, if you grew up with a daddy like mine, you've probably heard something similar to this quote. Whenever anyone did something remotely foolish, he would chime in with a smile on his face, "Don't quit your day job!" Luckily, we knew he was just being a smart aleck and wanted to get a rise out of us.

But, the day I came across this quote, it really resonated with me. It gave me a sense of hope. I mean, everyone's got a daydream, right? Or, if you're like me, you've got several thousand...just ask my husband! So, who's to say you should just give up on it? With hard work, perseverance, faith, trust, and maybe some pixie dust, you can do anything you set your heart on!

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Happies and Crappies

Happies

It's Friday!

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This happened two weekends ago! :)

Cassie has all weekend off to read and clean and do crafts!

Mary applied for a few jobs and signed up for volunteering.

We are on day 26 of our new healthy lifestyle.
Not that anyone's counting though...

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Crappies

It has rained for Mary for the past 3 days

It has also been chilly; Mary hates the cold!

Cassie has had an emotional and long week at work. She is glad it's the weekend!

Why Are You Naked?!

Today, we choose The Proposal as our chick flick. The combination of Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds is masterful. Their comedic timing and chemistry is positively uplifting, and right now, we could both use a little happy in our week!

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Sandra Bullock's character Margaret is from Canada and is threatened with being deported since her visa is no long valid. She then comes up with a scheme to marry her assistant, Ryan Reynold's character Andrew, who thinks she belittles on a daily basis.

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They go to Alaska to visit Andrew's family for Gammy's 90th birthday and to prove that they are really getting married. Once Andrew's family finds out their "engaged," hilarity ensues.

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You also get to catch Betty White in all her glory, singing Get Low...what's not to love?

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The days spent together in Alaska made both Andrew and Margaret realize how much they knew about each other and how much they love each other. You must watch to find out how they get there and what happens when they do.

{Side note: If you love The Office, Oscar is in this movie and is hilarious.}

If you need a little laugh and love in your life, this is the movie for you!

Or, if you just want to stare at Ryan Reynolds in all his beautiful-ness {and a lot of it is shown}, we'll join you. :)

Enjoy!!!

Hump Day Hugs are BACK!!!

Ladies!!! 

...and Gents?!

Humps Day Hugs are coming back!

We are here to brighten your day with beautiful thoughts and the power of positive thinking.

There's always another tomorrow. :)

So, if you happened to wake up on the wrong side of the bed today, just remember that life automatically gives you another chance the next day!

Our Hump Day Hugs are going to be better than ever.

They are going to be...

More powerful.

More poignant.

More positive.

More pleasant.

More perfect.

More popular.

More personable.

More passionate.

At least, we hope you'll think they will be.

So, check back next Wednesday for the new and improved Hump Day Hugs!!!

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Case of the Mondays

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This quote is in honor of my one year anniversary last week with my man. He put this quote on the flowers he sent me the first week we were together. :) It's so true and wonderful.

Oh my gosh, you guys! I want to cry. How sweet is that???????
{Don't mind me. I'm just a sappy mess right now.}

Okay...my words to live by for this week...

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Since Mary & I started our healthy life plan, I have gained and lost the same 4 pounds over...and over...and over...and over again. It's been very, very frustrating - to say the least. So, this is has become my daily mantra the past few weeks. Mary knows when I get frustrated to just remind me of this, which I am ever so grateful for, and it helps to get me through the tough days!
So, if you're ever having "one of those days," just remember that you'll get a second chance tomorrow!