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By Janine

Currently May 2017

Filed Under: BLOG, currently Tagged With: April, Currently

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Well, it is now May and missed my April Currently update posting window. We are fully emerged in spring now. Easter Sunday came and went. But with it brought record warm temperatures.

Easter Sunday 2017

Seriously, it was almost 85 degrees. We broke out shorts and even turned our AC on!

Then it cooled down a bit. But warmed up nicely just in time for my daughter’s First Holy Communion with temperatures back at around 8o degrees once again.

Perfect First Communion Day for Emma

But back and forth the temperatures seem to go. Plus rain off and on still, as well. Even worse last week, it was barely cracking out of the 50s making mid May and Mother’s Day feel eerily like March!

Mother's Day Craft from My Oldest

Mother’s Day Craft from My Oldest

Now this week we are seeing almost 80 degrees again. Plus, I have a head cold. Somehow, I made it all winter long relatively healthy. But now that it is May and gorgeous out, I am a bit stuffy and also fighting a scratchy throat.

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Looking ahead though, I thought what better time to give you more of what is “Currently” going on in my neck of the woods this May before it is over now, too.

Currently May 2017

Reading…

I finally read Thirteen Reasons Why, by Jay Asher. Shared all about my reading and Netflix viewing experience more in depth here. So, I won’t be discussing this one further right now.

Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher

After this one, I opted for a lighter YA novel experience with The Impossible Fortress, but Jason Rekulak, which was my April BOTM selection. Very much enjoyed the flashback experience of the 1980s with Billy Marvin and Mary Zelinsky. Stay tuned for a more in depth review to come hopefully next week.

The Impossible Fortress by Jason Rekulak

 

Watching…

♥ Girls

Recently finished watching Girls as the series finale was a little over a week ago. Not sure how I felt about the ending in all honesty. One thing is for sure, I will be missing Lena Dunham and the “Girls” as they were always good for a laugh if nothing else here and there.

♥ The Detour

The Detour on TBS is also on my DVR. I must admit even though it is cable, but not HBO this show pushes the limits as far as what I would think they could get away with on a channel like TBS. But still quite enjoyable, especially the kids in this show. These kids are naive, but are quite the norm for kids there age if you ask me. Still have to watch the two part season finale on my DVR as I write this.

Otherwise, I am in between shows right now, as Nashville returns in June. Also wrapped up Grace and Frankie and 13 Reasons Why on Netflix a few weeks back. 

Listening…

Having gone to the Bon Jovi concert my friends when he was playing at MSG in NYC, I am still quite enjoying all the classics and some of his newer music, too.

Plus, I am currently also listening to the likes of Lady Antebellum with their greatest hits, plus their latest, You Look Good, which even my own girls can’t stop singing!

Plus, my Mother’s Day gift was for tickets to go see Dierks Bently at the beach this summer. So, of course I am now also playing his greatest hits, as well.

And if that isn’t enough, I gifted my hubby with Paul MacCartney concert tickets for NYC this September for his 40th birthday gift. So, I am most definitely listening to his greatest hits, as well now…

Eating…

Haagen Dazs Ice Cream thanks to a recent coupon offer at my local Stop and Shop for $1 OFF…

Haagen Dazs Trio Ice Cream

Also, indulging in Dark Chocolate Pistachio Cookies, which I recently made and also shared on my blog with all, too…

Dark Chocolate Pistachio Cookies

Wearing…

My new Bon Jovi T-Shirt, which I splurged on at the concert.

Also, treated myself to a “fix” with Stitch Fix recently, which I plan on sharing more here hopefully soon.

Stitch Fix April

Also, enjoying wearing my newest jewelry addition with my Helen Ficalora Mom Disk Necklace. If you missed the giveaway to get your own, click here to learn more…

Helen Ficalora Mom Necklace In Hand

Working…

On getting my content more in order on my blog with more DIY and recipe features in the coming months now. So stay tuned for all the great and varied stuff coming here soon.

Plus, I am also currently trying my best to keep our newest family addition, “Cupcake” Huldie the Goldfish alive as my previous track record with pet fish has been no bueno to say the least! 

Cupcake the Goldfish

*Sad update to this one, Cupcake passed on a week to the date of getting her. I will say this, I actually didn’t feed or clean the bowl this time during the fish’s lifespan. I left that to my oldest and husband. So this time out, I had very little to do with its fate and still we are cursed with fish. Thank god, we fair better with dogs!

Elsa Sitting Pretty with Her DIY Dog Toy

Dreaming…

Summer as it is literally right around the corner and can almost taste it now. Can you??

Wilderness Lodge Resort in July and Summer

Planning…

Summer would be the answer once again to this one! See as much as I am dreaming about it, I am finally able to plan for all that we will be doing, especially Disney.

We are now less than 60 days out of our upcoming Summer trip and just recently reserved our FastPass experiences. No matter how many times we have been there before I never seems to get old. 

On top of this, I have also booked some days in November for us to return for our youngest’s birthday. So, once I return from our July trip, I get to plan that trip. So, no Disney let down for us in the least this year even after the first trip is behind us.

Can you tell how excited I am for that?

The Girls Outside of Disney's The Wilderness Lodge Resort

What is currently going on with you this May?

Tell me in the comments…

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About Janine

Janine is a published author of the books, The Mother of All Meltdowns and Only Trollops Shave Above the Knee. She has been featured on The Huffington Post, Mamapedia, Today Parenting Team and SheKnows. She also runs her own graphic design company at J9 Designs.

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  1. Bev says

    May 17, 2017 at 7:15 am

    Yay for finally having warmer weather again! The beginning of May was rough. I just started watching 13 Reasons Why (on Mother’s Day, of all days) and I’m really into it. Currently reading “To the End of June,” about our foster care system, for my bookclub. I also just seem to have caught a hold, even though I was healthy throughout all of winter. Bummer! Hope you feel better and enjoy the weather!

    • Janine says

      May 17, 2017 at 7:18 am

      Aw, hope you feel better, too. I am seriously not sure though how I made it unscathed during the worst months of the year, but now I am sick. Weird, but guess I should just be thankful for small favors! Also, hope you will share your thoughts on 13 Reasons Why when you finish it, too.

  2. Seana Turner says

    May 17, 2017 at 7:52 am

    I’ve been working, working, working! Everyone around here seems in the mood to get organized! I am also spending a whole 10 days with my youngest in the brief period she is home between school and her summer job at a far away university! Still binge watching, “The Good Wife.” As for eating, we are breaking out the grill now that summer finally feels like it is coming:)

    • Janine says

      May 17, 2017 at 9:18 am

      We just broke out the grill here, too in the last week. Seriously, just so happy it is more seasonable with temperatures finally this week πŸ˜‰

  3. AnnMarie John says

    May 17, 2017 at 9:34 am

    Sounds like you might also be suffering from allergies. I haven’t been doing too well with that this year either. As for the summer, we’re looking forward to meeting you and the girls this summer at Disney since we’ll be there at the same time. I think Madison would thoroughly enjoy meeting Lily and Emma.

    • Janine says

      May 17, 2017 at 11:15 am

      While do have allergies, this I think is a cold sadly. Just hope it is quick lived. And yes to summer at Disney and meeting up with you as I think my girls, too would have a blast with Madison!! πŸ™‚

  4. Marilyn says

    May 17, 2017 at 1:17 pm

    That First Holy Communion photo of your daughter is precious. She looks beautiful. The Easter photo of the girls is also lovely. Those dresses are gorgeous. Thanks for sharing these photos. Hope you are feeling better.
    Marilyn

    • Janine says

      May 17, 2017 at 2:56 pm

      Aw, thank you so much Marilyn πŸ˜‰

  5. Meredith Spidel says

    May 17, 2017 at 2:54 pm

    Love you and love all that you are rocking in your world!! You are fantastic, Janine!

    • Janine says

      May 17, 2017 at 2:55 pm

      Aw, love you too and you are simply fantastic, as well πŸ˜‰

  6. Lisa @TheGoldenSpooms says

    May 17, 2017 at 2:57 pm

    Jealous of your Dierks tickets!! I think Cole Swindle is opening for him -one of my country faves! πŸ™‚ And, even down here in NC, the weather has been crazy – envier more so than usual!

    • Janine says

      May 17, 2017 at 2:59 pm

      Yes Cole Swindel is opening and we actually have awesome tickets. My husband spent a bit extra for Mother’s Day for that. And I know what you mean about the weather – just crazy!!!

  7. Mary says

    May 17, 2017 at 3:49 pm

    The girls look beautiful in their Easter dresses. Ahhh look at that sweet Mother’s Day present. I love you because you make the best foo and you help me when I’m sad, now that’s a compliment. I’m dying to watch The Detour, it looks awesome. I met Bon Jovi at the Super Bowl a few years ago, he was so handsome and smelled so good I got a little star struck lol Those cookies look dangerous, I’m a sucker for dark chocolate.

    • Janine says

      May 17, 2017 at 3:50 pm

      Omg, now I am jealous that you met Bon Jovi! Seriously that is awesome my friend and maybe someday!! πŸ™‚

  8. Jennifer Bly says

    May 17, 2017 at 7:39 pm

    Lovely pictures and a fabulous update my friend (with the exception of the loss of Cupcake).

    You are certainly watching, reading, and listening to a variety of things lately! Diverse, you are!

    Love the pictures! We’ve had up and down temperatures as well. I’m eager for summer to settle in 100%.

    Thanks for sharing.
    xoxo

    • Janine says

      May 17, 2017 at 8:16 pm

      Aw, so happy to share and like you so very looking forward to summer getting and staying for a prolonged period now, too!! πŸ™‚

  9. William Holland says

    May 17, 2017 at 7:51 pm

    I’m exhausted just thinking about raising two little girls. I honestly don’t know how you do it AND work your job. A job well done, Janine! I’m late today, Farmers Market, on Wednesdays, but Happy Wednesday anyway.

    • Janine says

      May 17, 2017 at 8:17 pm

      Aw, Happy Wednesday to you, too and hope it was a good one so far for you, too πŸ™‚

  10. Tamara says

    May 17, 2017 at 10:11 pm

    Paul McCartney!? Can I come?
    And where I come from, Bon Jovi is king! So imagine you too because it’s not far at all!
    The First Communion photo is so beautiful.

    • Janine says

      May 17, 2017 at 10:19 pm

      Aw, if I could take you I seriously would. And yes Avon Jovi is pretty much king here in NY, too. Thank you, Tamara about the communion pic. I took it myself. So coming from you I am truly humbled πŸ˜‰

  11. Dara says

    May 17, 2017 at 10:38 pm

    I’m jealous you got to see Bon Jovi! I look forward to seeing your stitch fix box. I want to do one soon!

    • Janine says

      May 17, 2017 at 10:51 pm

      Dara, Bon Jovi was an awesome concert and experience. And I highly recommend Stitch Fix, too πŸ˜‰

  12. Jen says

    May 18, 2017 at 6:28 pm

    Oh no cupcake passed! I’m so sorry. We just got a fish last week. Her name (maybe it’s a boy) is Finian.

    Can you believe that May is almost over? How the heck did that happen?! Your girl’s confirmation dress is adorable. What a special memory.

    Happy almost summer πŸ™‚

    • Janine says

      May 18, 2017 at 8:32 pm

      Aw, happy almost summer to you, too. And hoping Finian lives a long happy, fish life now πŸ™‚

  13. Rea says

    May 21, 2017 at 1:23 pm

    I love Bon Jovi, Lady Antebellum, the dark chocolate pistachio cookies, and that flower art for mother’s day. πŸ˜‰ Cant believe it’s mid-May! Hope you guys are enjoying the month & hurray for many Disney trips for you.

    • Janine says

      May 21, 2017 at 1:31 pm

      Aw, thanks, Rea and just so happy it is mid-May and summer is on its way now πŸ™‚

  14. Aunt Gloria says

    May 21, 2017 at 11:29 pm

    I just saw this….love the photos, especially of Emma in her 1st communion outfit! You have fun times coming up over the summer. I’m sure it will be lots of good times for all. Hope your back is better. I’m sure the cold is gone by now. Happy Monday! xxoo

    • Janine says

      May 22, 2017 at 6:10 am

      Aw, thanks Aunt Gloria and happy Monday to you, too xoxo πŸ˜‰

  15. Allie G smith says

    May 22, 2017 at 2:26 pm

    Cute Easter dresses. Congratulations on the First Communion. I love, love, love BonJovi! Unfortunately I missed them when they were here in February.

    • Janine says

      May 22, 2017 at 2:31 pm

      Aw, thanks Allie and I finally got to see him. So one thing is crossed off my bucket list at least πŸ˜‰

  16. Christine Carter says

    May 23, 2017 at 9:28 am

    AW!! Love reading your currently posts, Janine and this one does not disappoint! I am ashamed to say I don’t know who Dierks Bently is… but I DO know the Paul McCartney concert will be AWESOME!!

    I’m also THRILLED I won that giveaway and can’t WAIT to wear my necklace! I have NO special motherhood necklaces.. so that was just a true blessing for me to win it! <3

    • Janine says

      May 23, 2017 at 9:45 am

      Aw, again I am so thrilled it was you who won and so excited for you, my friend. Enjoy and hope to see a pic of you wearing it, as well πŸ™‚

  17. Dana says

    May 24, 2017 at 8:22 pm

    We love The Detour – we watch as a family. I’ll admit I cringe sometimes as my teenagers sit next to me. I know they are old enough, but I do fast forward through some of the racier parts.

    Sounds like you have a great summer coming up, Janine!

    • Janine says

      May 24, 2017 at 8:24 pm

      Dana, I finally saw the Finale this past weekend and definitely now can’t wait for the return of it next season. I agree about the racier parts, but thankfully my own kids are too young to watch with us.

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