My Memorial Day Weekend

Door County is the only place where I feel like Memorial Day weekend should be spent. Last year my family didn't go and the whole weekend felt a little strange. I loved being there this weekend. My family did all of my favorite things and I got to go out for my favorite breakfast. This weekend set the stage for a great summer. 

We started out the weekend by checking the Door County Master Gardener's plant sale. My mom loves gardening so stopping was must. 

We spend the afternoon of the first day shopping, walking around the marina as well as an obligatory stop for ice cream. Coffee ice cream has my heart that's for sure.

I loved taking walks down to the shore and watching the waves. There is no better sound to me than that of the waves crashing against the shore.

For some reason, each night ended with a cheese plate that my parents made. I consumed so much cheese, but it was a great way to end a day outdoors. 

 The weather was supposed to be bad the whole weekend, but it turned out to be beautiful. I got in a hike at Peninsula State Park. I loved checking out the beach when no one was there, as well as seeing all of the flowers. 

I can't think of a better way to end my weekend than with Singing Donuts. These are customizable donuts, fresh out of the fryer. My siblings and I go every time we are in Door County. 

Until next time, 

Maddie

What to Do When You're Bored

This past week I have experienced something I haven't felt for almost a year: boredom. Now that senior year is almost over, I don't have anything to do.  I am not the kind of person who can just sit around and do nothing; I can't even get myself to nap in the middle of the day. I have had to find other ways to occupy my time.

| Plan Outfits | 

I love to check out my closet, and maybe my mom's, to try to create outfits I haven't worn before. I pride myself on not wearing the same outfit to school twice in a month so this allows me to come up with a bunch of new, fun ideas. If I am ever stuck on ideas, I can check out Pinterest for a couple of minutes and then I'm on my way. 

| Go On a Walk |

I mentioned earlier this week how much I love walking (here). Going on a walk is an easy way to kill time that doesn't involve too much effort. I just grab my dog or a family and take a quick walk with them. It becomes a nice way to get some exercise and an even better way to spend quality time with others.

| Organize Your Room |

If you're anything like me then your room starts clean at the beginning of the week and goes downhill from there. I love having a clean room, but I don't always have time to maintain it. When I don't have anything to do, I quickly put my room together, or even redo how part of it is organized. 

| Bake Cookies |

Baking is something that I always enjoy, but don't do as often as I'd like. Making cookies or any other type of baked good is always fun to do. My go to would probably chocolate chip or peanut butter cookies. I guarantee you won't be bored when cooking and everyone will appreciate the outcome. 

| Make Lists |

I am a list person. Almost everyday I have some sort of list telling me what I need to do. I also really just enjoy making lists. When I'm really bored, making lists can entertain me. These lists can be anything from clothes that I want, a bucket list, or places that I might want to travel. Lists are great because they can be anything. 

What do you do when you're bored?

xoxo,

Maddie

Thursday Three

Senioritis is in full swing this week. I don't really want to do anything, but I have so many projects I need to finish. Even with that, this had still been a pretty good week. Check it out. 

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My soccer team won our conference this week! We won with not so hot of a game, but we had played really well against some tough teams so I am really happy about it. It's nice to know i'll end my soccer career with a good ending.

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I made dinner this week and it was surprising good! I love to bake, but I don't cook a lot. I found the recipe of Pinterest (here) a while ago, and I finally got to make it. It tasted really good. I definitely hope to cook more often this summer. 

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Senior year is coming to a close, and this week it was marked by a senior awards night and a best in class event. The best in class event was at Lambeau Field (the Green Bay Packer Stadium) and all of the valedictorians from area schools go. 

How was your week?

xoxo,

Maddie

Little Things that Make Me Happy

| Reading on my Hammock |

There is nothing quite like swaying on my hammock and reading a good book. I love lying under the trees and watching the breeze ruffle the leaves. In the summer, this is how I love to spend my time. A good book plus a hammock is the best way to spend the summer. 

| Walks |

I adore going on walks. I go with my parents most of the time, but if no one can come along then I take my dog. I love being outside and enjoying the nice weather. I'll walk almost any day, in any weather. Walking is so refreshing and its a great way to get a little exercise in without too much work. 

| Sunshine |

Feeling the sunshine on you is an indescribable feeling. Living in a place where the sun doesn't shine for almost 2-3 months, you come to realize how amazing it is. The warm that spreads over you when being in the sun is one of my favorite feelings. 

| Flowers |

I used to take all of the flowers that are around my house for granted, but these days I just love seeing them pop up. Seeing flowers planted or in bouquets never fails to bring a smile on my face. I wish that I could always fill my house with fresh flowers. 

| Getting the Mail | 

I know that this is pretty weird, but I love getting the mail. Of course, it is always the best when I actually get something. Even when nothing is for me, I still enjoy it. I think it is because it requires me to go outside and move around, but I don't really know why I love getting the mail.

| Farmer's Markets | 

If you read anything I posted last summer, you will have gotten a pretty good idea of how much I love farmer's markets. I love walking around looking at all of the bright colored foods, eating various foods and people watching. This is by far and away my favorite part of the week.

What makes you happy?

xoxo,

Maddie

Current Favorite Tunes

I tend to only listen to music when I am running or in my car so it takes me a little while to find some new favorites. Recently, I have only been listening to country music in my car. There is something about driving with the windows down and belting out your favorite tunes. That is one thing I can say for country music, it is really easy to sign along with. 

When I run I listen to other music, but that music normally never changes. This playlist would probably be the best representation  of what I listen to when I run. I really do enjoy listening to new types of music, so if you have any recommendations please let me know!

xoxo,

Maddie

Thursday Three

What a week. I had my birthday, the biggest soccer game of the year, and a trip to Chicago all the course of this week. The soccer game determined who won the conference, and since we tied, it looks like two teams will. On top of all of this, it seems that I have finally been struck with senioritis. Here was my week: 

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Early this past week was my birthday. I went to Chicago with my mom to go out to a fancy dinner and to visit my grandparents for my birthday. After lunch, we stopped at the cutest french bakery, and it was sooo good. I would go there everyday if I could!

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Now that AP testing is over, all of my classes have become really chill. The best was that we had a cake decorating contest in my government class. My group got second place, but I question that decision. I should have won.  

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Finally, this was week included senior skip day. Since I had a soccer game on the actual day, I made up my own instead. I went to yoga and then had the cutest breakfast at a local coffee shop afterwards. Any day that I start out with a Chai Latte will be a good day. 

And yes, I do realize these are all food pictures.....

xoxo,

Maddie

Spring Denim

| Top (similar) | Jeans | Belt | Necklace | Bracelet | Watch | 

I always forget that in Wisconsin, warm weather doesn't as quickly as you think it should. It is mid May, and only finally beginning to be shorts weather. I have had to keep coming up with different outfits that are both perfect for spring, and warm enough for a 50 degree day. I have really liked pairing various color pants with button downs. It is a super simple outfit, but never fails to look good. 

What do you wear on cool spring days?

xoxo,

Maddie