Friday Link-Ups!

Today, I am linking up with Momfessionals, A Little Bit of Everything, and Grace and Love for Friday Favorites, and A. Liz Adventures, Carolina Charm, Hello! Happiness, and The Good Life for 5 on Friday. 

I am also linking up with Meet At the Barre for Friday Favorites and The Farmer's Wife for Oh,Hey Friday!

This was my last full week of maternity leave and let me tell you, I have been soaking in the moments. I'm ready to go back-- but, of course I already counted how many weeks until our April vacation-- about 6 1/2 haha. 

FAVORITE ONE:

I've been lucky to be home this long, but not many mothers have that opportunity.  If you are on the fence about paid maternity leave, watch one of my favorite Ted Talks below. It is eye-opening, heart-wrenching, and Jessica Shortall does a wonderful job of really explaining the issues surrounding maternity leave. 

FAVORITE TWO:

 I FINALLY got to see the Ice Castles in Lincoln, NH with my husband and Addison. When we first arrived at the Ice Castles, my husband was a little disappointed. He actually thought that we would be going to a castle :) It made me laugh!  In his defense, I didn't really explain to him what they were-- just that I wanted to see them. Once we stepped inside, however, he was in awe (just as I was!). 

There are other Ice Castle locations around the country (Midway, UT, Eden Prairie, MN), and even one in Canada too (Edmonton, Alberta)-- so if you live around those areas-- check it out next year! 

FAVORITE THREE 

Before heading to the Ice Castles, we went to our favorite place for lunch: The Mount Washington Hotel. We stayed at the hotel for our mini-moon the weekend after our wedding, and it was nothing short of amazing. Bringing Addison to the hotel was really special for us, and even though our visit was short, it was well worth the drive. 

FAVORITE FOUR

Fuller House! I watched all of the episodes in one day-- and I am not ashamed! I am so glad they are coming back for a second season!!

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FAVORITE FIVE 

This video is definitely one of my favorites this week-- I just love my little Addie!