Thoughts For Thursday

Happy Thursday!  One more day til the weekend! 

I am especially excited because Charleston is supposed to have some cooler temps!  Matt and I were just saying we may have to light up our fire pit and sit by it one night for happy hour.

I could not stop laughing at this picture of Frances Moon with her book bag.  It's a big as her.

Wearing Tea Collection dress | Glitter Toms | Backpack

A gorgeous new boutique opened here in Charleston on King Street called Beckett.  I stopped in yesterday and was really impressed.  They carried several lines I had never heard of but loved and many favorites.  They had so many great classic pieces.  Plus the interior design was beautiful.

If you are in Charleston looking for a good lunch spot check out 5 Loaves.  They have a location downtown and in Mt Pleasant.  I always forget about this place but I took the kids to eat lunch here Monday and it was so good.  I love their mushroom quinoa salad paired with half a sandwich.

I love this Free People Blouse so much I bough the white version too.

Today is the last day to get it 25% off.  I am wearing XS.  Use code INTHEFAM25.

 In case you are wondering what I bought from the Shopbop sale, here it is:

T-Bags Dress | D.Ra Blouse (in yellow)

 Free People Blouse | Splendid Booties

I also wanted to mention my Mara Hoffman Sleeveless dress is now back in stock in the grey color.

I am wearing XS.  It is a great year round dress.  25% off until tonight:)

The new Thug Kitchen Cookbook just came out and it is awesome.  I flipped through mine last night and marked so many recipes I want to make.   Lots of good snack food and party grub which I love.

Speaking of books I just finished the Luckiest Girl Alive and it was so good.  One of the best books I have read in awhile.  Thank you to all who recommended it to me.  What should I read next?

I snapped this picture of the kids last night before bed. They were being so sweet just giggling and hugging.

Wine with a view.

 In case you are wondering who takes my pictures on the blog sometimes- meet my neighbors Rick and Gary.  We just adore them:)  We had them over for Happy hour last night and a golf cart ride.  They specialize in wedding photography but also do kids and family pictures too!  

My newest Obsession is homemade granola.  It is so much better than store bought.  I will share my recipe tomorrow!

Truth.

Sterling is always brutally honest with me:)

Wild Mushroom Lasagna

I had some really good photos of this lasagna but my phone fell in some water last night and is now dead.  Thank goodness for phone insurance but that still means having to wait a few days for my new phone- boo. So you get this one picture I saved on Matt's phone.  I bet some of you are getting bored with all my meatless meals.  I promise one day soon I will post a recipe with meat involved.  

As far as meatless meals go this lasagna was really good, really filling, and had great flavor.  The recipe called for burrata cheese which I love but I could not find.  I went to 3 different grocery stores with no luck. I subbed fresh mozzarella and it worked just fine. It saves really well too, as we enjoyed leftovers the next night.

Enjoy!

|| WI L D  M U S H R O O M  L A S A G N A ||

adapted via Bon Appetit

- 3 tablespoons butter divided

- 3 tablespoons olive oil divided

- 1.5 pounds mixed mushrooms ( I used cremini, baby bellas, and chantarelle)

- 3-4 large leaves of kale destemmed and finely chopped

- 1 large shallot diced

- 1/3 cup dry white wine

- 2 cups ricotta

- 1/2 cup heavy cream

- 1- 1.5 cups marinara sauce 

- 6-10 lasagna noodles (depends on size of your dish)

- 8 oz burrata or fresh mozzarella

- 1.5 cups Parmesan finely grated

- 2 teaspoons marjoram (optional)

Preheat Oven to 350 degrees.  Heat 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon butter in large skillet over medium heat.  Add half of the mushrooms and season with salt and pepper.  Cook stirring occasionally until browned and starting to crisp.  Transfer to a bowl. 

Repeat with 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon butter and remaining mushrooms. 

Return all mushrooms to skillet and add in shallot, wine, kale, and remaining tablespoon of butter.

Cook stirring occasionally until skillet is dry about 5 minutes.

Combine ricotta cheese and heavy cream in a small bowl.  Season with salt and pepper.

Cook pasta according to box

Spread a thin layer of ricotta mixture on the bottom of a baking dish and top with cooked noodles.  Spread a large spoonful of ricotta over the pasta, a large spoonful of marinara over the ricotta and scatter about 1/3 the mushrooms over top and then a few pieces of mozzarella.  Top with Parmesan cheese and 1 tsp marjoram leaves.  Repeat this as many times as you have mix.  I was able to do 3 layers.  Finish with ricotta/marinara and both cheeses.

Bake at 350 about 40-45 minutes until cheese is browned and bubbly.

Recent Outfits All On Sale

I mentioned earlier that the Shopbop Friends and Family Event started today and is going on til Thursday.  Sizes in popular brands tend to go fast so the first day is usually the best to shop with the best selection.   I wanted to share a few of my recent outfits that are all part of the sale.  I tried to denote what size I was wearing for sizing reference.

 Use code INTHEFAM25 for 25% off all purchases.

ONE | Free People Blouse

This Free People Blouse is a Fall favorite.  In fact my mom and sister loved it so much they both bought one as well.  It runs on the large side so size down, I am wearing an XS.  This would be a great pregnancy blouse because it is super loose.  Also comes in white and burgundy.

also wearing The Skinny Jeans + Harrow Booties

TWO | Soft Joie Vest

This vest is the softest thing ever.  I toss it on with jeans, leggings, and dresses.

I am wearing size XS. 

also wearing Lush Dress + Newbury Booties

THREE | Mara Hoffman Shirt Dress

It looks like the gray version is sold out but this dress is still available in red.  Runs on the large side I am wearing size XS.  This is also really cute paired with pumps for a dressier look.  It also is super cute paired with a cardigan for cooler weather wear.

FOUR | Clu Dress

 I am wearing a size small in this dress.  I just love the ruffle detail.  I am thinking about buying the top version since it is on sale now.

also available in stripe version | short sleeve version | sweater version 

FIVE | Joie Off Shoulder Blouse

I am wearing a size XS.  The print is so pretty for Fall.

SIX | Soft Joie Sweatshirt

This is the coziest sweatshirt ever.  It is my favorite weekend wear. I am wearing a size XS.

Also comes in black 

SEVEN | Soft Joie Chambray Dress

I tend to find that the Soft Joie line runs on the larger side.  I am wearing a size XS.  This dress is lightweight and made out of the softest chambray.

EIGHT | Current and Elliot Tee + Rag and Bone Jeans (excluded from the sale)

This tee is a great fit, not too loose or too tight.

The jeans are on constant rotation. 

also wearing Newbury Booties

NINE| BB Dakota Arrow Dress

 This dress is a beautiful shade of blue and has the cutest arrows on it.  I am wearing a size small.

TEN | Free People Fiesta Dress

This dress is already reduced and you can take additional 25% off.  Also comes in a really cute black/white pattern. I am wearing size Small.

I also wanted to mention my phone case.  Several of you asked about it and you can snag it on sale now too.

Cactus Phone Case

S'well Water Bottles

I am obsessed with my S'well water bottle and I take it everywhere with me. 

These would make great stocking stuffers and holiday gifts now that they are on sale.

Obsessions + Shopbop Friends and Family Event!

It has been awhile since I did an Obsessions list.  Lots of things I am loving right now!

Also don't forget the Shopbop Friends and Family Sale just started.  Use code INTHEFAM25 for 25% off all orders.  I will denote on the items below that are part of the sale! 

d.ra Blouse

I love this mustard color for Fall.  This also comes in white as well. I really like the twisted front .

Shopbop sale eligible

WAYF Flutter Sleeve Dress

Such a cute black dress.  Love the sleeve detail and the price (under $100).

Shopbop sale eligible

Free People Reversible Fringe Vest

This vest is amazing.  I love the fringe and detailing.  The reversible side is all fluffy like the fringe.

Shopbop sale eligible

TBags Patterned Flirt Dress

The pattern on this dress is so good.  Love the cute flirty style too.

Shopbop sale eligible.

Kut Faux Leather Jacket

I can't get over how good this jacket looks for the price, only $88.  I am so tempted to order the navy- it also comes in gray, wine, and black.

Mara Hoffman Shirtdress

I wanted to mention this Mara dress that I wore last week and was sold out is now restocked and part of the shopbop sale.  I am wearing a size small.

Shopbop sale eligible

It also comes in this blue color as well.

Wayf Rib Turtleneck Dress

Such a great Fall Dress and only $68.  I think it would look cute paired with a vest or alone with a fun necklace.

Geometric Blanket Scarf

I love a blanket scarf because you can wear it as a shawl or scarf.  This black and gray pattern would go with so many outfits and it's under $30.

Dolce Vita Haku Boots

These cute booties just came out in a new darker brown color I just love.

Free People Mini Dress

This dress is my favorite shade of blue.  I think it would look so cute with booties and a leather jacket or blazer.

Shopbop sale eligible

Mia Gambit Bootie

I love the slightly edgy feel of these boots.  They would be perfect with leggings and skinny jeans.  Under $80 too.

 Current and Elliot Tee

I have recently become hooked on Current and Elliot Tees.  If you are lucky you can sometimes find them at TJMaxx.  I love the fit of this one and its the perfect shade of gray.  I wear mine at least once a week.

Shopbop Sale Eligible

Rag and Bone Skinny Jeans

I wanted to mention these jeans because you can snag them on sale during the shopbop sale.  They are hands down my favorite everyday jeans.  I love the wash and they really suck you in.

Shopbop sale eligible

Candela Fringe Dress

This is such a fun dress for any upcoming holiday parties!

Shopbop sale eligible

Elephant Looking Glass Necklace

This necklace is made by local Charleston jewelry designer Candy Shop Vintage.  It would be great to layer with some shorter necklaces or alone.

Susanna Monaco Turtleneck Tunic

A classic white turtleneck that would be killer paired with leggings.  Susanna Monaco knits are nice because they are thicker and always hold up really well.

Shopbop sale eligible

Schutz Caged Sandals

These sandals are just gorgeous.

Shopbop sale eligible

DKNY Print Jersey Pjs

These adorable pjs were just reduced to 40% off.  They come in 5 patterns and look so cozy!