Friday Favorites | The One Before Thanksgiving


Happy Friday dolls! I’m so happy the weekend is upon us because my parents are making their way to Boston this weekend for the week and into Thanksgiving…I love me so family time! This was a great week and I want to thank you all again for all the congratulations on my little milestone!! Stay tuned for the winner! Linking up with Amanda and April for some favorites! 






Favorite Dinner


Earlier this week Citizens Bank had a few of us over to Brassiere Jo in Boston to learn more about the Hearth Shares organization. This is the second season that Hearth Shares has partnered up with restaurants in Boston to help end elder homelessness. Between November 20 & December 25th at participating restaurants you can choose to add a $1 (or more to your bill) to help the cause. If you’re in the Boston area these are the restaurants participating. The program is in 7 different countries and a few US cities including San Francisco & Nashville. I always feel good about my dining choices when the restaurants I visit participate in great programs like this, so thank you Brassiere Jo!  






Favorite Find


We are in full on decorating for the holiday’s mode over here, but waiting patiently for the day after Thanksgiving!! I found these super cute balloon initial ornaments from Urban Outfitters the other day and I think they would be a great addition to our tree or even as a nice little gift to someone that is hard to buy for, even a boss! 




Favorite Song 


So Adele released another new song from her album and no shocker here, but she SLAYED it!! Not only is the song amazing, but she recorded the video live…so that’s what she sounds like without any studio remastering or anything! No words! 






Favorite Holiday Card trick


I have done holiday cards for the last three years (since we got married) and I think I have finally perfected the process…thanks to mail merges and avery labels everything works seamlessly together. This year I found out (maybe a little late to the party) that if you buy the clear avery labels (I used 18660) you can design your own labels. I only did this for our return address labels, but it will be a nice addition to the back of the cards and a way to close them. 






Favorite Links


//Loved this article about how to ask for a raise when it’s the right time for you


//All look back at Posh & Becks through the years – okay he’s pretty hot! 


//I really liked this article about why less is NOT actually more! 




So that pretty much wraps up the week! Hope you all have a fantastic weekend! 






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  1. P!nky
    November 20, 2015 / 11:03 am

    WEEE! Cheers for family coming into town early, so my favorite part of Thanksgiving :)! Hearth Shares sounds AMAZING, what a fantastic program. And how cool you can design your return labels, that is pretty fabulous! Happy weekend, friend!

  2. Pamela {Sequins and Sea Breezes}
    November 20, 2015 / 11:06 am

    Dang girl, that dinner is super fancy!! And yay for your parents coming into town this weekend! That should be so fun! I can't believe Thanksgiving is next week already! Love those balloon letters, so fun! I want to get them for NYE! Have an amazing weekend pretty lady! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes

  3. Veronica-VeroSays!
    November 20, 2015 / 11:27 am

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  4. Veronica-VeroSays!
    November 20, 2015 / 11:28 am

    Yay for parents coming into town! It'll be a great week for you! Where are they coming from (curious)… Those balloon letters are super cute! I think I'm gonna go ahead and make those Avery labels! Super cute!

  5. Sarah Shaneyfelt
    November 20, 2015 / 11:53 am

    David Beckham gets hotter as he ages!!!
    Sarah at MeetTheShaneyfelts

  6. Alexis @ Chemistry Cachet
    November 20, 2015 / 11:54 am

    Those balloon ornaments are adorable! I love that! That dinner looks amazing too šŸ™‚ Have an awesome weekend!

  7. Hollie
    November 20, 2015 / 11:58 am

    Have a great time with your parents!

  8. Andrea Nine
    November 20, 2015 / 12:02 pm

    Adele is a genius and a gem!! Oh I just LOVE those ornaments. I hope you have the most amazing time with your mama and daddy!! Family time is so precious!! Happy weekending gorgeous!!

  9. Kelly Rodriguez
    November 20, 2015 / 12:13 pm

    That dinner looks delicious! Love Adele, and those balloon ornaments…so cute! Enjoy your family time this weekend!

  10. Zelle B.
    November 20, 2015 / 12:30 pm

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  11. Zelle B.
    November 20, 2015 / 12:30 pm

    Yay for Friday! Those balloon ornaments are the cutest – I have a feeling I'll start decorating in the coming week! Have a fab weekend!

    Zelle
    Southern Style

  12. Ashley G
    November 20, 2015 / 12:36 pm

    The entire Adele album will likely be played on constant repeat in our house. SO freaking good! Have a wonderful weekend friend!

  13. Rebecca Jo
    November 20, 2015 / 12:51 pm

    I used the return address labels & designed name tags for my christmas gifts – cute christmas pictures & made a TO:_________ & then a From: Ricky & Rebecca – everyone loved them… I need to do that again this year šŸ™‚

  14. Elle Sees
    November 20, 2015 / 12:55 pm

    omg i need those ornaments!! they do look like little balloons!! urban outfitters gets me every time. have a great weekend, doll!

  15. Owen Davis @ Davis Duo
    November 20, 2015 / 1:00 pm

    I swear I am so obsessed with Adele. She gives me chills every time I listen to her songs!! Hope you have a great weekend with your parents. Nothing beats family time šŸ™‚

  16. Rosy Outlook - Fashion & Lifestyle by Kelly Rose
    November 20, 2015 / 1:11 pm

    I just had to shut the door to my office so I could hear the new Adele song! She's seriously on another level AMAZING! Enjoy your weekend with your parents–nothing is better!

    rosyoutlookblog.com

  17. Katie @ Champagne and Suitcases
    November 20, 2015 / 1:33 pm

    Her voice… I.Just.Can't. I get chills every time, she is just so amazing and can we talk about her hair real quick… I'm thinking I need to try that out, have a great weekend and yay! for family being in town!

  18. life of lo.
    November 20, 2015 / 1:36 pm

    Great tips! I'm still trying to decide if I should send Christmas cards since we didn't get pictures taken this year, sad but I may have to wait till next year. Keeping your tip in mind though! happy weekend!!
    Linds @ Not A Mom

  19. Traci Taylor Hart
    November 20, 2015 / 1:37 pm

    That meal looks delicious!!! Have fun with your parents this weekend!
    Traci
    waltzmetoheaven.com

  20. Leah Behr
    November 20, 2015 / 1:37 pm

    Love these links! Posh and Beck's have always been hot, haven't they?!

    xx Leah / eatpraywearlove.com

  21. Jenn
    November 20, 2015 / 1:39 pm

    Love that organization in your area–it sounds like a great way to support a great cause!
    I hadn't heard Adele's new song yet but I'm gonna listen to it after I hit Publish on this comment! šŸ™‚
    Hope you have a fabulous weekend!!!

  22. Brenda @ Chatting Over Chocolate
    November 20, 2015 / 1:42 pm

    That food looks amazing and what a great way to help those in need! I adore the sweet balloon ornaments!! Like you, I can hardly wait to Christmas-ify our house!! I love Thanksgiving so I'm trying not to skip right over it, but am so longing for the glow of Christmas lights!! Only a week to go now šŸ˜‰ lol. Soak up every sweet minute with your parents in town!! Xx – Brenda // Chatting Over Chocolate

  23. Kate at Green Fashionista
    November 20, 2015 / 1:58 pm

    That dinner looked amazing, and for such a great cause! Yay for Christmas cards and personalized return address labels – can't wait to see your card this year! And Adele can do no wrong – LOVE her!

    Happy Friday gurlie <3

    Green Fashionista

  24. Caroline @ Windy City Chic
    November 20, 2015 / 2:04 pm

    That dinner looks so delicious!! What a great cause too. The thought of older people being homeless breaks my heart. šŸ™ Love Posh and Becks!! That ornament is so cute too. I hope that you have a wonderful time with your family this weekend lady!! xo

  25. Katie Elizabeth
    November 20, 2015 / 2:05 pm

    Adele can do no wrong! And I really need to get on our Christmas cards – time is flying by! Have so much fun this weekend with the fam!

  26. Christina Lea Loves
    November 20, 2015 / 2:08 pm

    Those ornaments are the cutest! Iā€™d love to even drape one of those over a wine bottle.

  27. Sarah Blodgett
    November 20, 2015 / 2:31 pm

    Those ballon ornaments are adorable!!!.. and I just think Adele can do no wrong šŸ™‚
    Kisses,
    Sarah
    EverydayStarlet

  28. Laura
    November 20, 2015 / 2:37 pm

    Enjoy your time with your family over Thanksgiving! I heard Adelle's new song and then checked out the video. One word: amazing!

  29. Myra
    November 20, 2015 / 2:39 pm

    Stop with those balloon ornaments!! Those are so freaking cute! There's an Urban Outfitters here and you KNOW I am on my way there this weekend to see if I can find some šŸ˜‰ Have the most wonderful weekend, love! xo

  30. Unknown
    November 20, 2015 / 2:42 pm

    I really need to give those labels a try! So cute and such a major time saver! Hope you have a great weekend!

    Taffeta & Tulips

  31. Amanda Elizabeth - Meet @ the Barre
    November 20, 2015 / 2:43 pm

    That was a good read about the minimalist approach and failing at it lol. I definitely purge every year my closet but I would never call myself a minimalist, more just limited with a very tiny closet šŸ˜‰

  32. Unknown
    November 20, 2015 / 2:48 pm

    love those pretty ornaments! xo jillian – cornflake dreams

  33. Kerry @ Till Then Smile Often
    November 20, 2015 / 2:53 pm

    Adele is just amazing, what a voice. I love companies that give back and will over choose them over a company that does not. Happy Friday!

  34. Ashley Lillis
    November 20, 2015 / 2:55 pm

    I'm with you and waiting until after Thanksgiving to decorate for Christmas, but it's been super difficult to wait this year! Those balloon ornaments are too cute, and I'm seriously so excited for the new Adele album! I think that it'll pretty much be playing nonstop in my office today. Have a great Friday!

  35. Emily @ Martinis | Bikinis
    November 20, 2015 / 2:56 pm

    Your dinner at Brassiere Jo looks amazing and so fancy! I'm a big fan of Beck too…always been my fave! I'm loving all of Adele's new songs.

  36. According to Kiki
    November 20, 2015 / 2:57 pm

    How great your family is coming for the holidays! I hope you guys have the very best time! (: Those little balloon ornaments are seriously adorable! (: There's totally a reason Beckham is People's Sexiest man alive. (; Have an awesome weekend Biana!

  37. Carly Messmer
    November 20, 2015 / 3:16 pm

    That dinner looks delicious! I've been jamming out to Adele all morning. I need to close my office door so I can really get into it. Have a great time with your parents!!

  38. Amanda | Kids and Cabernet
    November 20, 2015 / 3:17 pm

    Have so much fun with your parents this weekend! The dinner looks delicious and for such a great cause! And I'm off to hear Adelle's song – love her!

  39. Shannon Jenkins
    November 20, 2015 / 3:30 pm

    In loveeee with that new Adele song! I've been in major holiday decorating mode as well! I'm trying to restrain myself until after Thanksgiving! I've just been really itching to get all the holiday stuff out this year! So excited! I hope you have a great weekend!

    <3 Shannon
    Upbeat Soles

  40. Girl Meets Bow
    November 20, 2015 / 3:43 pm

    Those ornaments are a fabulous find!! I think I "need" them asap! šŸ™‚ Happy Friday friend!

  41. Nikki @ makeupHER
    November 20, 2015 / 3:43 pm

    Have a fantastic time with your parents B! Those ornaments are so cute I may have to pick those up as gifts for coworkers, perfect personalized gift! Adele is killing it, those Target commercials give me chills. I'm running there to pick up her album after work!

  42. Amy @The Crazy Wise Woman
    November 20, 2015 / 3:43 pm

    I have a feeling I am going to be purchasing Adele's entire album. So good!!! I buy each of my kids a new ornament every year… those might be a perfect addition to our tree! Happy Weekend!

  43. Nadine
    November 20, 2015 / 3:47 pm

    I absolutely loved the article on not being a minimalist. I always feel like I should have my "style" figured out and those staple pieces that everyone purchases even though they aren't really my thing. Like a white button down or chambray top? Anything that buttons down the front on me does not fit at all not ever. But I felt like I was missing out because I dont own those things. This article makes me feel better lol. And maybe I dont want to get rid of those shoes that only go with one outfit bc they look freaking awesome the day I do wear them!

  44. Tiffany {A Touch of Grace}
    November 20, 2015 / 4:02 pm

    What a fancy dinner! Looks amazing. Have a great time with your family! It's always great to get together with family this time of year.

  45. Shannon Rice
    November 20, 2015 / 4:06 pm

    Yay for family time! I'm heading home next Wednesday and I cannot wait for some good family time…I'm so excited! That food looks absolutely amazing…I can only imagine how good it tastes! Loving those initial ornaments…buying a new ornament is one of my favorite things to do this time of year šŸ™‚ I'm looking forward to reading that article about why less isn't necessarily more, I have a feeling it will be refreshing! Hope you have a great weekend Biana!

    Shannon
    Clothes & Quotes

  46. Danielle
    November 20, 2015 / 4:15 pm

    The dinner looks delicious! I'm glad your family is visiting you! Have a great time with them!

    Danielle
    spring2spring.com

  47. Marie
    November 20, 2015 / 4:29 pm

    Yay for family coming to visit. Nothing like spending time with family during the holidays. Those balloon ornaments are so cute!! I'm loving Adele's new song. Actually, I love the whole album. I have been listening to it non-stop since I downloaded it this morning. I'm also going to go to Target and get the CD so that I can have the three extra songs that are on it. hahah Hope you have a wonderful weekend.

  48. runwright
    November 20, 2015 / 4:48 pm

    Oh my. Am I behind on Christmas already? I guess I gotta get a move on.
    runwright.net/2015/11/20/40-days-of-yummy-day-1/

  49. Pamela @ alittleglitter.com
    November 20, 2015 / 4:57 pm

    How fun! Have so much fun with your family! PS I love those balloon ornaments! Great find!

  50. sara [at] journey of doing
    November 20, 2015 / 5:30 pm

    The labels are a genius way to close envelopes… and probably far more efficient than my glue stick.

  51. Meghan @ Me as Meghan
    November 20, 2015 / 5:36 pm

    Yay for it being less than a week now! So exciting that you have family coming in early, that will make it really feel festive! I am going to check out the "Less isn't More" article now..it seems interesting. I hope you have a great weekend!

  52. Kate
    November 20, 2015 / 5:49 pm

    Have fun with family! My parents are also coming to visit and I'm super excited! Thanks for reminding me that Adele's album is out today…it's like Christmas came early!!

  53. Jaclyn Y
    November 20, 2015 / 6:01 pm

    Adele is so incredible, I just cannot get enough of her music right now. Enjoy your family time – that's the best part of the holidays!

  54. Lindsay's Sweet World
    November 20, 2015 / 6:07 pm

    Those balloon ornaments are fab!! I want one for every member of the family!!

    Have a wonderful weekend and enjoy all of the time with your parents! I know you will!

  55. Pink and Fabulous
    November 20, 2015 / 6:15 pm

    OMG Posh and Becks through the years is quite possibly the best thing I have seen all week! I definitely need to scoop up some of those balloon ornaments! An amazing gift and great find! Hope you have a wonderful last weekend before decorating šŸ™‚

  56. Anonymous
    November 20, 2015 / 6:18 pm

    Such a great post! Those balloon ornaments are so cute! Have a wonderful weekend!

    laurenfarrellny.com/blog

  57. The Girl who Loved to Write
    November 20, 2015 / 6:34 pm

    Have the best time ever with your family!

  58. SMD @ lifeaccordingtosteph
    November 20, 2015 / 6:53 pm

    Adele is crazy good – to have that voice, can you imagine?

    I was checking out the initial ornaments at UO last week.

  59. Kristina @ Medicine and Manicures
    November 20, 2015 / 7:07 pm

    I'm not a huge Adele fan (gasp!) but the PA I'm working with has had her album on repeat all day and I like some of the more upbeat songs lol šŸ™‚ Hope you have a fabulous Friday!

    xo, Kristina
    Medicine & Manicures

  60. BubblEsther
    November 20, 2015 / 7:48 pm

    Lovely post, love your picks! I listened to that Adele songs about a 1000 times, haha. Have a great weekend!

    xo, Esther

    bubblesther.com

  61. Nichole @ casadecrews.com
    November 20, 2015 / 7:55 pm

    I love the new Adele song!

  62. The Siberian American
    November 20, 2015 / 7:59 pm

    Hope you have an amazing time with your family! Love those ornaments-so so cute!

  63. Kelli @ A Deeper Joy
    November 20, 2015 / 8:59 pm

    Love the return address idea! I'm totally going to do that!

  64. Anonymous
    November 20, 2015 / 9:15 pm

    That Adele video… I may or may not have watched it like three times in a row. Great link picks too! Have a lovely weekend šŸ™‚

  65. Anonymous
    November 21, 2015 / 6:09 am

    Thanks for this. Adele is beyond talented.

  66. Unknown
    November 21, 2015 / 6:38 am

    Great post. I hope this coming week will be just as good as this for you. Have a lovely weekend šŸ˜‰
    Xx Blue Ducklings
    Http:// blueducklings.wordpress.com

  67. Meghan at Champagne & Suburbs
    November 21, 2015 / 1:52 pm

    Yay for a parent's visit! That dinner is super swanky! You go girl! And love those ballon ornaments! xo, Champagne&Suburbs

  68. Annessa
    November 21, 2015 / 2:30 pm

    OMG I must have those balloon letter ornaments! How cute!! I have a serious obsession with Christmas ornaments – I just can't help it!

    Annessa / seekingsunshine.com

  69. Evelina
    November 21, 2015 / 9:56 pm

    Those initial ornaments are SO adorable!! I want I want!!

  70. Amanda - Voyage of the MeeMee
    November 22, 2015 / 3:30 am

    Hope you're having fun with your family, girl! šŸ˜€
    Those ornaments are adorable!

  71. Paige @ Reasons to Come Home
    November 23, 2015 / 2:41 pm

    what a great way to help end homelessness! makes my heart happy to hear of stories like this. and i loved seeing your parents on your snapchat this weekend. such a cute couple!

  72. Kristen @ See You In A Porridge
    November 24, 2015 / 1:47 pm

    oooh that dinner is so fancy, and i love that they are doing something to end elder homelessness, what a good cause!
    posh and becks! hilarious. he definitely is hot. shame about his voice though.
    i still haven't heard any of adele's new songs. think i might just buy the album, taylor swift's 1989 has been in my car for over a year lol

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