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August 23, 2019      14 Comments

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Happy Friday, friends! It took me two sick days and two crazy-busy days to get here, but I made it. šŸ˜‰ I hope you’ve had a great week and have an even better weekend!

 

1. Starbucks White Chocolate Mocha Creamer

 

Have you seen the new Starbucks creamers? I was so excited when I went through Kroger last week and stumbled upon these! One of my favorite drinks from Starbucks is their Iced White Chocolate Mocha.

I’ve been wanting to make an at-home version for so long, and could never find the Torani White Chocolate Syrup to try a version I found on Pinterest. Needless to say, I tried my own at-home version the day I bought the creamer and it was so yummy! Let me know if you’d like me to share the recipe!

 

2. Fall Decor

 

It’s almost that time of year! I stopped by Hobby Lobby (I know, dangerous!) and couldn’t help but pick up a few new items. All of these were 50% off. I can’t wait to use the mug!

 

3. Buffalo Ranch Salad

 

This is a new favorite that I think will be sticking around for awhile! It’s super convenient that the salad, dressing and buffalo croutons are all in one bag.

 

4. Miracles

 

We all go through difficult times, including with health problems and loved ones. There has been more than occasion that I’ve seen God perform a miracle, but we definitely saw another one this week with my father-in-law. So thankful for all that God does and for the people that he places in our lives to help us get through difficult times.

 

5. Suits

 

Okay, I know this one was on last week – but it’s still a favorite! We are in the fourth season now and are still hooked!

 

Shout-outs

 

These shout-outs are blogs that I personally read every week and truly look forward to their posts. I’m sure you’ll love them just as much as I do, so be sure to check them out soon!

 

Layered Indulgence

Maybe After Brunch

This Main Line Life

 

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  1. Julie | This Main Line Life says

    August 23, 2019 at 7:15 AM

    Oh, thanks so much for the shout out. I really appreciate it… Actually, I was just looking at your post on Ways To Reset For Fall. I’ll give it a shout out next Friday (on my Friday Faves) because it will pair perfectly with an intro I was planning on doing. l’m going to do a “Reboot Your Life” series and it’s a similar theme.

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    • Make Life Marvelous says

      August 23, 2019 at 2:39 PM

      You are more than welcome! I truly enjoy reading your blog. šŸ™‚ Aww, thank you so much! I can’t wait to read the intro, as well as check out your new series. It sounds amazing!

      Reply
  2. Jennifer says

    August 23, 2019 at 12:59 PM

    I love Suits! So sad that it’s ending. I’ve been watching since the beginning.

    Jennifer
    Effortlessly Sophisticated

    Reply
    • Make Life Marvelous says

      August 23, 2019 at 2:40 PM

      That’s awesome! I wish I had started a long time ago. It really is a fantastic show.

      Reply
  3. The Exclusive Beauty Diary says

    August 24, 2019 at 1:51 PM

    This was so interesting for reading. I also like miracles that God made every day for us. And definitely I need to try white chocolate mocca creamer. It sounds amazing and very delicious.

    New Post – http://www.exclusivebeautydiary.com/2019/08/mugler-aura-eau-de-parfum_24.html

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    • Make Life Marvelous says

      August 24, 2019 at 6:10 PM

      I completely agree! There are things that we don’t even know about that He has taken care of. šŸ™‚ I’m sure you’ll love the creamer, I’m actually having a cup of coffee with it right now.

      Reply
  4. Kiran says

    August 24, 2019 at 3:06 PM

    I need to catch up with Suits, I love the show too! Thank you for sharing, great post! Hope you are having a lovely weekend so far xx

    ALittleKiran | Bloglovin

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    • Make Life Marvelous says

      August 24, 2019 at 6:07 PM

      Thank you so much, Kiran! I hope you’re having a wonderful weekend, as well! šŸ™‚

      Reply
  5. Bri says

    August 25, 2019 at 4:29 AM

    Lovely favorites! <3 I'm also starting to think about fall decor and suits! Here, in Italy, summer is still full mode on, but I'm already dreaming of fall a little bit! šŸ™‚

    xx Bri | http://www.brigitadaisy.com

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    • Make Life Marvelous says

      August 25, 2019 at 10:01 PM

      šŸ™‚ Thanks so much, Bri! I’ve never been to Italy, but I imagine it’s absolutely stunning there!

      Reply
  6. ashlee stuart says

    August 25, 2019 at 11:28 AM

    Ahh, you’re so sweet girl! I’m so flattered! I’m also looking forward to fall decor, I just cannot wait! Even though we are in the middle of building a house, I can still pick up things for next year, right?! Cooler weather cannot come soon enough!

    Ashlee | https://wwww.maybeafterbrunch.com

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    • Make Life Marvelous says

      August 25, 2019 at 10:03 PM

      Aww, thanks so much, Ashlee! You are the best! I truly enjoy reading your blog. šŸ™‚ Haha, of course you can!! If you have one nearby, Hobby Lobby might be your new best friend.

      Reply
  7. Jessica says

    August 27, 2019 at 12:08 AM

    Buffalo Ranch Salad sounds delish! I need to try that.

    Jessica | notjessfashion.com

    Reply
    • Make Life Marvelous says

      August 27, 2019 at 8:26 AM

      It is delicious!! Let me know if you try it! šŸ™‚

      Reply

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