Friday, 26 June 2026

What I have loved this week! Week 26. #FridayFavourites

Happy Friday! I hope you’ve had a good week. Mine has been a busy one with lots going on. I feel like I am definitely going to enjoy the weekend when I finally get some time to relax. I have plenty of little things which I have been loving and I am of course linking up with Erika and Andrea to share.

What I have loved this week

Toy Story 5!
This was such a fun one and probably my favourite thing of the week! My girls and I went to see the new Toy Story film during the week and it was so good. I was so glad they didn't make Woody and Buzz the main characters again. I love them but we've already had so many stories about them. This time it was more about Jessie and it felt new and different. She has always been one of my favourite characters. The plot itself was heart warming and I had a little cry. The writers really know how to hit the parents right in the heart. hehehe

The World Cup!
I've watched so many matches and ended up staying way later on a night than I should but I keep telling myself it's only a few weeks every 4 years! England’s match on Tuesday wasn’t exactly smooth sailing, ending in a draw against Ghana but it was enough to get them through to the next stage. We have our last match of the group stage tomorrow. We went to the pub to watch it and it was such a good night. Sitting outside, watching the big screen, perfect weather and with a crowd watching along makes everything seem more exciting!

England match at the pub

Hot weather!
It really feels like summer now! We've had a bit of a heatwave and today is supposed to reach 32C (90F) which is very hot for England. I know some people would laugh at me complaining about that temperature but our houses just aren't built for it and neither am I. lol. When I haven't had to do things, I have tried to move as little as possible. lol I am enjoying it because I know it won't last. Next week is supposed to be colder and wet.

The hosepipe!
This is such a simple thing but it’s been an absolute lifesaver this week. The garden is properly growing and everything needs watering, especially with the warmer weather we’ve had. Usually I just use a watering can and refill it over and over, so the hosepipe has been a great help. It is nice to go out there when it has cooled a little, turn the hosepipe on and have a few minutes peace.

Fizzy pop!
I don't usually drink much fizzy pop but this week I have been enjoying it with lots of ice. I have been drinking it by the pint and I am not even sorry. Pop always tastes good when it is hot out! It’s been one of those small treats that makes sitting down for five minutes feel like a proper break.

Sandals!
It's sandal weather and I have finally found a pair that are comfy and go with everything that I wear in the warmer months!

Sandals

Pyjama Bottoms!
On Wednesday I went to put some leggings on, which I usually wear around the house but it was that hot and sticky. I thought not today! I reached for some pyjama bottoms and spent the day in them. I wasn't going anywhere and had no visitors coming, so why not? I was so comfortable and actually felt cooler than I would have in leggings. It won't become a regular thing but I came in yesterday afternoon and did the same thing so maybe it will. lol

My youngest has left college!
It was Ellie's last day in college on Wednesday and her last official day today as a student. I don't know how I feel about it at the moment. My baby is all grown up but I am excited about the next stage in her life. There was no graduation ceremony or anything like that but we will be celebrating over the weekend. There were many times over the years when I thought my girl wouldn't complete her education but here we are and she smashed it!

What have you loved over the past week?

Friday favorites

12 comments :

  1. I totally get that you're finding the temperatures too high. It's the same over here, in the Netherlands. Like you said: our houses aren't build for this.

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  2. Oh those sandals are adorable and I love your toe color! I need to watch some more soccer- I keep hearing updates on the radio and it is thrilling. Glad you liked Toy Story 5- I want to see it with my girls :)

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  3. Congratulations to your daughter and enjoy celebrating this big milestone! I like the Toy Story series and look forward to watching the newest film too. Cute sandals! We were up until midnight last night watching the US sadly lose to Turkey at the very end of the match. So disappointing but they're still in it so we're still hopeful. It's been lots of fun watching a lot of matches. I'm fully invested in the whole thing now lol. Enjoy your weekend!

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  4. Yay, I am so happy for your daughter. She did it. :-)
    I like your sandals and cute toes.
    Have a great time celebrating this weekend.
    Carla

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  5. Oh yes, 90 can feel so hot! I've walked in Las Vegas when it was over 100 and it didn't feel any hotter than here when it's 90. I think at some point hot is just hot. Congrats to Ellie! That is exciting!

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  6. Nice week and big congrats to your youngest! The World Cup has been so fun. Love your new sandals!

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  7. I haven't been following the World Cup (sorry!). I watched the first Toy Story and didn't even know there were now five of them! Guess I should try to catch up!! Our weather is hot and humid, and I just stay in as much as I can! Summer in Florida is not for sissies. I am so thankful for AC!! I haven't had to water outside because we've been getting lots of rain! So thankful!! I love that you call soda POP!! That's what I called it growing up in the Midwest, but down here in the south, it's called soda. They don't understand what 'pop' is. I love your sandals, and your toes look great! My neighbor/friend, Anne, comes over to visit in her pajama bottoms (and a top) all the time. If she isn't going out, she is in her PJs and doesn't mind running across the street in them! Congratulations to Ellie for her graduation!! I know you are so proud of her and her accomplishments!! Celebrate BIG!! xo

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  8. You had a fun week with exciting sports, fun movie from a series, and pride in your daughter's end of school. I hope you have a great weekend too!

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  9. Congratulations to your daughter! Wishing you a wonderful weekend of celebrating all she's accomplished! We're due t get some 90+ (F) temps later this weekend in to next week and I'm worried about keeping our gardens hydrated. I love your sandals and your cute toes, too!

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  10. I've been keeping up with the heat that you all are experiencing. Seems that many places do not have air conditioning... This would be most difficult for me. Congratulations to Ellie. I know this is a chapter that she was ready to be finished with. They grow up way too fast though. I haven't seen Toy Story 5 yet, but my granddaughter (Mylee) went to the theater to see it... I hope to soon. The world cup is sure making the Dallas area a very busy place. I've not ever enjoyed soccer before, but I have found myself watching the games this year. Wishing you the sweetest weekend....Y'all stay cool and safe..

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  11. It's been soooooooo HOT lol. I'm glad it's a bit more bearable today. I love your sandals, they look really comfy.
    How fab to sit in the pub garden to watch the match. I miss doing that.
    I can't believe Ellie has finished college, it only seems like five minutes ago that she started! Well done, Ellie. xxx

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  12. I don't think I'll see Toy Story 5 until it's available to stream. I love sandals too!

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