Friday Things #519
1. This sweet girl turned SIX last weekend!! Where oh where does the time go? She is really into art and anything crafty, loves to read, just mastered her bike without training wheels, always wants to help me in the kitchen, loves baby dolls and all things pink and glittery, but will also play Transformers and watch He-Man with her brothers 
She is an absolute sweetheart and always keeps us on our toes… I can’t wait to see all that’s in store for her this year 
(I posted this photo on social media last weekend and got a lot of questions about her cake; I used this Wilton pony cake pan and the horn and eye from this unicorn cake topper set.)
2. Dominic is signed up to do a learn-to-play hockey program (it hasn’t started yet); he got his equipment last week, and he is SO excited!
3. He also has scans coming up next week, as well as his next neuroblastoma vaccine injection. Please keep him in your thoughts as we pray that he continues to remain in remission.
4. Did you see the solar eclipse from where you live this week? It was such a neat experience! The thing that I noticed the most was the “backwards” shadows that were cast on our deck furniture during peak eclipse time. I think we were around 90% totality, so it didn’t get completely dark, but it did darken quite a bit (it felt like dusk).
5. The kids went back to school on Tuesday after a very long spring break and boy, I miss them during the day! The house is so quiet!
6. Wonderful reminders >> How to Live Well
7. I was at the store earlier this week doing self checkout and realized I couldn’t see the little produce code on the sticker for the cucumber I bought. I have a “good” pair of glasses that I keep at home, but I’m starting to think I need to grab some cheaper sets to keep in my purse, car, etc. I saw this set on Amazon that seems to have a lot of high ratings, but do you have any recommendations for good, inexpensive reading glasses?
8. This list of summer essentials from Jessica has me itching to get ready for long, carefree summer days!
9. This past week, we watched The Long Shadow, which is based on the true story of the manhunt to find the Yorkshire Ripper. We are currently watching Catch Me a Killer (BritBox), which is based on the work of a forensic psychologist in South Africa. It’s fascinating, but also quite dark (they are all true stories).
10. TGIF! If you need Judith, she’ll be right here curled up with a blanket :)
Happy 6th birthday Isabelle! Continued prayers for Dominic!
Happy Birthday Isabelle!! Many more. Praying for Dominic. Love the beautiful cake.
Thanks for all the great recipes.
Gorgeous cake for Isabelle’s birthday! I’m guessing you made it.
Costco has some inexpensive reading glasses but I love Peepers! Such cute styles.
Happy Birthday Isabelle! And I’m definitely sending your family good vibes for Dominic’s health. I’d like to put my $.02 in for getting your eyes tested to make sure you don’t need a prescription. When we are nearing 40 the muscles in our eyes weaken and that’s generally why people start wearing glasses in adulthood. I think it’s worth it to go and make sure so that you don’t go years wearing readers when your eyes actually need prescriptive lenses.
Thanks Emily! I do have a prescription, but it’s really just for up close stuff and the eye dr said grabbing some cheaper reading glasses to keep handy is fine.
Oh my how can Isabelle be six already. It is such a fun age, so independent and then not, treasure those times. Dominic looks so happy and excited for his new adventure, continued prayers and hugs for his ongoing treatments. Hugs for everybody in the family, as you are all going through this as well.
Hoping all continues to go well with Dominic’s recovery. Check out “Thinoptics” for reading glasses. They offer both armless and armed versions. They are a little pricier than some but the super thin size with case is great when you’re trying to fit everything in a purse.
Costco for reading glasses.
Happy Birthday Isabelle, what a special cake for such a special girl. Great job on the decorations Michelle. Dominic, will always keep you in my thoughts—you got this buddy.
Hope the weekend treats you all kindly.
I got some super cute reading glasses at Target! It was nice because I was able to try them on before buying. Will be praying for Dominic this week for sure!!! Love that unicorn cake you made, BTW – totally adorable. The pink frosting color you made for it is very pretty too.
I’ve seen lots of comments in the past about people loving the reading glasses from The Dollar Tree. :) Keeping Dominic and your family in my thoughts! ❤️
HaPpY BiRtHdAy, ISABELLE!!🎊
Beautiful pictures of a few of the “loves of your life”…..
Isabelle, Dominic and Judith!!
Love ‘em!!
Prayers are still coming for Dominic & family😊
Ugh reading glasses – they get the best of me!! It seems that all brands are different. You think you have the strength you need but all are different. I have bought many the past year or so (just now needing them and I’m 57). The BEST ones by far are the 3 pack from Costco. Nothing compares.
We had a total eclipse at my house – it was absolutely amazing! Unforgettable experience.
Happiest of birthday to Isabelle and prayers continue for Dominic!!
Regarding reading glasses. I used to buy more expensive ones. But you end up going through so many pairs. The important thing is to know the strength you need and just go to Dollar Tree and buy a bunch of pairs and keep them every where.
Welcome to the world of reading glasses!!!! Best to buy many pairs so they are everywhere you need them. I really like the Peepers brand
Happy 6th Birthday Isabelle
Great photos! Prayers to Dominic for continued health.
Re reading glasses: I buy 3-packs at Costco. I keep one in my purse, then have a bunch in different areas of the house. It’s definitely the most cost effective.
Isabelle’s cake brings back memories of the 80s and 90s birthday cakes my Mom used to make us, with character pans and that fancy tip icing!! To this day when I see one I feel celebratory! Dominic looks so grown and happy 😊
ISABELLE, THE LITTLE PRINCESS WITH THE GOLDEN HAIR… MANY HAPPY RETURNS!
LITTLE DOMINIC, YOU LOOK GREAT AND THIS MAKES MY HEART SMILE… MY PRAYERS ARE STILL ALIVE….
It is so nice to see Dominic do the fun kid things in life. I will keep him in my prayers. Happy Birthday to Isabelle and how could she possibly be six years old! I live in Western Massachusetts and our eclipse was a fabulous 93%. I am 80 and understand the next one in 20 years will make me 100!
Oh, my! I love Isabelle’s beautiful smile as well as her cake. Sending wishes for a great year ahead for her. Best wishes and good luck to Dominic on his new hockey adventure and prayers for continued good news on the scans.
Happy 6th Birthday Isabelle!!! The Unicorn cake is so adorable. It does seem like yesterday she was coming home from the hospital.
Dominic looks so excited for his new hockey adventure. Praying for good news on his tests next week.
I live in Dallas and we had a great view of the eclipse. Our forecast had been for clouds and possible rain but we were lucky the clouds parted long enough for us to get a perfect view of the total eclipse. Judith is such a sweet pups :)