Thinking: I have a lot to do today!
(Pssst… You can purchase this awesome mug here.)
Creating: Well, this July, I drew the picture below that has inspired me to create something bigger. Stay tuned!
Listening: I’m currently listening to Mike & Mike while I type this out. More deflategate talk… 
Reading: I know in the past I’ve said I do not like juggling books. BUUUUUUTT….
If I am reading a good fiction book, where I’m attached to the characters, I like to focus solely on that book. Lately, I have been reading non-fiction books and crafty books, so I’ve been jumping around.
Planning: Something huge.
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Loving: Love notes in the sand. I love leaving them and receiving them….
Kooky family traditions….
Yes, we celebrate Christmas in July. It’s fun. The kids love it. And who doesn’t love friendly competition, Christmas movies, hot cocoa and handmade presents in the middle of July?
The Office! My husband and I are re-watching the series, and we’re loving it! It’s nice to sit down after we put the kids down to bed, and laugh.
Oh this burger from Poe’s Tavern. (I will be back!)
Long phone conversations with friends. 🙂
Encouraging: You to keep sending happy mail to friends and family! 🙂
Do what you love! Create something 🙂
I encourage you to pick a quote (preferably a quote by a woman) and write about it. Courtney and I cannot wait to see what you share on August 4, when #TWSS returns!! 😉
I also encourage you to keep an eye out for a fun giveaway I have coming up. Don’t forget to join me Friday for Thank You Notes. (I’m finally revealing my big news 😉 )
Working on: TONS!!
What have you been up to currently?
Shelly
July 29, 2015 at 10:33 amHaha! I love that you do Christmas in July with your fam! Great book choices too! I wish I could practice letters with you all day!
MrsA0K2001
July 31, 2015 at 11:42 amI wish would could practice letters and paint all day too!! Maybe, one day we’ll meet and get in a little creative time. 🙂
XOXO
Karen
July 29, 2015 at 10:41 amUgh, you’re totally teasing us here!! Whatever you’re planning I can’t wait to hear about it! I really enjoyed the blogging book by Joy Cho. She has great suggestions and I like how she talks about “community”. I feel like the last couple of weeks I had some good things going on and now we’re in a lull. Trying to think of some adventures before September rolls around.
MrsA0K2001
July 31, 2015 at 11:44 amI’m such a tease 😉 The secret is out.
Community is the best part of blogging, IMO.
I cannot wait to hear what you get into before September. 🙂
XOXO
Bev
July 29, 2015 at 12:09 pmI’m like you when it comes to reading — if I’m reading fiction and I’m really into the story I’ll just read that, but for nonfiction I often read a couple at a time.
Happy Christmas in July 😉
MrsA0K2001
July 31, 2015 at 11:45 amI’m glad I’m not alone. I don’t like cheating on my people… my book people. 😀
XOXO
Amber
July 29, 2015 at 2:25 pmChristmas in July would be a lot of fun!
MrsA0K2001
July 31, 2015 at 11:46 amIt’s such a fun time. Last year it was rainy, so it was dark, and it kind of felt like Christmas for real. 🙂
XOXO
SMD @ Life According to Steph
July 29, 2015 at 3:16 pmChristmas in July is fun!
MrsA0K2001
July 31, 2015 at 11:46 amYes, it is. 🙂
XOXO
Mary
July 29, 2015 at 4:18 pmI need that mug bad, I never feel like ‘adult(ing)’. I’m also following this deflate gate scandal, I can’t believe this is all about deflating balls it’s crazy, and interesting, like a soap opera.
MrsA0K2001
July 31, 2015 at 11:48 amI need that mug too!! I want, I want, I want. 🙂 It’s amusing for sure. Deflated balls. 😀
XOXO
Tamara
July 29, 2015 at 4:41 pmI think I need to start celebrating Christmas in July! It would be fun, and so much better with our late sunsets and warm days!
Bird by Bird was a book that really changed me and I’m not a huge fan of her other stuff. That book is special.
MrsA0K2001
August 2, 2015 at 3:00 pmI think you and Cassidy would do a wonderful job of celebrating Christmas in July with the babies. 😉
I’m trying to find some special time to finish the book, I’ve been so busy lately with moving stuff.
XOXO
Candace
July 30, 2015 at 10:12 amSo much goodness here! First, I need that mug- too cute. Bird by Bird is one of my favorite all time books. I usually don’t read one more than once, but I think that one will be reread on a yearly basis. My hubby loves an egg on his burger. We go to a place called Flipdaddy’s and his always looks just like your picture :). I loved the black and white pic you drew of the girl with cool hair. I can’t wait to see what you are doing with it. I hope it’s what I think it is!!
MrsA0K2001
August 2, 2015 at 3:21 pmThank you, Candace 😉
I need that mug too!! I’m behind, this is my first time reading Bird by Bird, and I’m behind on my reading. I’ve been super busy with all this moving stuff.
An egg on your burger is magical, you’re husband knows his burgers 😉
I think it’s what you think it is. 🙂
I’ll let you know when I come through with my plan 😉
XOXO
Kristy Mauna
July 30, 2015 at 11:16 amI love that you celebrate Christmas in July – how fun that must be for the kids! I’m re-watching The Office also! This is the 12th time I’ve re-watched the series, I know I’m crazy, but I love it that much – I’m on season 6. 🙂
Thanks for encouraging me to create today! xxo
MrsA0K2001
August 2, 2015 at 3:31 pmThe kids love Christmas in July, plus there’s not the added pressure on making this day perfect, so it’s even more awesome. 🙂
I think we’re on season 4 of The Office, but we’re going to binge tonight while we do tons of laundry.
I hope you got creative!
XOXO
lisacng @ expandng.com
July 30, 2015 at 3:17 pmI’d love to see your Chinese style paintings. I was horrible at it when I had to do it as a kid in Chinese school.
MrsA0K2001
August 2, 2015 at 3:32 pmI may share…. may… 😀
I’m sure your painting were good!
XOXO
Chastity
July 30, 2015 at 8:01 pmYou said balls! Ha! I’d love to see the beautiful creative pieces you’re working on. I’d show you mine, but it’d look like drunk stick people. 😉 I’ve missed you my friend. Hopefully I’ll be back from my hiatus soon.
MrsA0K2001
August 2, 2015 at 3:33 pmHAHAHA!! BALLS BALLS AND MORE BALLS!
You’re too harsh on yourself, I’m sure you’ve got skills 🙂
I miss you too!!! (did you read that with a touch of whine to it?)
XOXO
Lowanda J
August 9, 2015 at 7:58 pmYou are “Currently” a very busy lady! I just love your blog! So are you going solo with the giveaway or doing a group thing again? If you decide to do a group thing and it is not to late, I would like to join. I’ve thought about doing one like the favorite things you guys hosted. Thought it would be nice.