What's Up Wednesday: April

Hey Everyone! Today I am joining up for the very first time in the April Edition of "What's Up Wednesday". Take a look at what has been going on this past month with Mainly Maren.

What We're Eating This Week:

Yesterday, we had a day of dreary, grey, rainy weather. Since Husband rediscovered our long forgotten hoarding of corn bread mix, I promised that on the next bad weather day we would make chili. So here we are in April, enjoying a couple of day's worth of Texas chili and must-be-eaten-before-the-move cornbread. 

What I'm Reminiscing About:

In the earlier part of the week I took a lot of time to reminisce about my teaching experiences. I rummaged through some old photos and took some time to reflect on the children, community, and academics.  

What I'm Loving:

Last week I randomly decided to give Pilates a try after seeing a few suggested videos on my YouTube channel. Oh my word. I am way late to the party, but this is exactly what I have been missing. As a former dancer, the stretching and core focus is quickly becoming addicting. 

What We've Been Up to:

Husband and I sold a lot of our things in a neighborhood flea market this past Saturday. Does anyone else get sad to see clothing items go when you remember where you were when you wore that particular item? The dress from my brother's graduation, the cardigan I wore when we adopted Shelby, the shirt I wore to that one concert...

What I'm Dreading:

Husband and I, plus Shelby Dog are flying back to The States at the end of May. I am already worried about the temperatures on the ground in Dallas. If the temp is above 85 degrees at our end destination, the airline will not allow Shelby Dog to fly. Flying with a dog is an all around rough experience...

What I'm Working On:

In April, Husband and I traveled to Belgium, Luxembourg, and the Czech Republic. I have several new map hearts to create for our collage. It is pretty fun seeing our wall grow with fantastic adventures! 

What I'm Excited About:

I am excited to move back to Texas and get back into our home. We are switching color tones and will have a lot to do over the summer. I am most excited about the many shopping trips that lay ahead... Hello Homegoods!

Inspiration:

 

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Goodbye Beige, Hello Taupeige!

What I'm Watching/Reading:

Whoever suggested Gossip Girl... I am now officially hooked. I am currently reading Summer at Beach Street Bakery. It is a light-hearted, perfect book for the warming days. 

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What I'm Listening To:

My talented brother and cousin Kirstie preformed a duet of Christina Perri's "A Thousand Years" during Husband and my 2012 wedding ceremony. 

Right now I am listening to a piano/cello instrumental cover of the song. Simply beautiful. 

What I'm Wearing:

During our trip to Belgium, I picked up a vintage-styled dress from a handmade shop out of London. A-line dresses and skirts in fun fabrics are my favorite spring/summer styles. I wore my new dress to brunch on Sunday and it was perfect!

What I'm Doing this Weekend:

Husband and I are still crossing off items from our "Moving Out of Munich" to-do list. This weekend we are finally visiting the BMW Museum and World. We have heard fantastic things and are looking forward to seeing more about the company that put Munich on the map. 

What I'm Looking Forward to Next Month:

In just 3 weeks my brother and his girlfriend are coming to visit! I am so excited! Even though our apartment will mostly be empty, it is going to be a lot of fun showing them around the place Husband and I have spent 3 years living. It will also give us a chance to see the major attractions in Munich one last time before the big move. 

What Else is New:

Friday, all of our flat surfaced furniture (Desk, media, bookshelves, coffee table, nightstands...) is getting picked up by another American family. It will be interesting to go a month without a proper place to put my coffee cup.  

This is some of the stuff we are shipping in a crate. The movers are coming in mid-May. Our house is completely sorted by items we are shipping, donating, and selling.

April has absolutely flown by. I am shocked that May is just a couple of days away. I have no doubt that May will go even quicker than April. 

It will be the month that a door closes on one of our greatest adventures. We are ready for the next chapter and are looking forward to going home. 

From Showers to Flowers, 

Joining in on all the fun today for the very first time with The Larson Lingo, Pinterest Told Me To, and Mix & Match Family! This has been What's Up Wednesday!