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June 2, 2017 By Ricci 26 Comments

Friday Five No. 22

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It’s Friday and you know what that means…it’s time for the FRIDAY FIVE!!! If you are new to these parts then you should know that I reserve Fridays to talk about five random things and today’s five is no exception. Completely random but completely blog worthy. Let’s get to it!

ONE. I am going to the beach next week and I am sooooo excited!!! I haven’t been on a true beach vacation in a couple years…2012 I think?? So this trip is long overdue!!! And I guess technically it’s not a “beach vacation” it’s a “family vacation to see my oldest niece graduate from high school”. Luckily for me my oldest brother and his family live in North Carolina so everyone that is going rented a big beach house for a week and I can’t wait!! Some people are flying but my sister and niece are driving with me. Or I guess I should say my sister and I are driving and my niece will be binging Barbie on Netflix. HA!

TWO. I have been obsessed with reading Money Diaries on Refinery29. Basically it’s just a 7-day diary submitted by millennials from around the country and it’s about what they spend their money on every day. It also includes what city a person is from, how much money they make, what bills they have, etc. It is super interesting to see how people spend their money. See also- I am super nosey!!!

THREE. In my “going to the beach” prep I purchased a couple swimsuits from Swimsuits for All and actually would up LOVING both of them. I recently decided that I prefer the bandeau look over my traditional halter swimsuits and these two suits are seriously amazing. the prices were on point, shipping was super fast and they carry all swimsuit sizes from XS-plus sizes!! I think the rainbow colored stripe suit is my favorite, even though the plus size suit came with two GIANT shoulder straps instead of the smell bandeau strap that is shown in the photo. WHY??? Ughhhhh. But I also have some serious love for this black fringe suit, it sucks you in at all the right places if you know what I mean!! These will definitely be making their appearance at the beach next week and my pool all summer!!!

FOUR. I am getting my house ready to be put on the market and I am actually having fun decluttering and getting everything cleaned out. It’s kind of sad thinking about selling the first house I ever bought but I’m also excited about not having all that”homeowner” responsibility hanging over my head all the time. Ugh.

FIVE. I was feeling kind of creative the other night so I whipped out this wreath. I have had that red white and blue mesh sitting in my “craft drawer” for a couple of years (and I always have a few wreath forms laying around from back in my wreath making days) and decided to finally do something with it. I actually made a terrible tutorial on how to make a curly mesh wreath a few years ago that you can check out it you want to make one of your own.

And that, my friends, is my Friday Five!!

What are you up to on this fabulous Friday??

Filed Under: Life Tagged With: friday, Friday Five, June, Money Diaries, Refinery29, summer, swimsuits, wreath

Hi! I'm Ricci and let me be the first to welcome you to Ricci Alexis, my lifestyle and beauty blog! I am a 36 year old single lady and am currently living in central Arkansas. My current obsessions include my dog Sophie, McDonald's frappes, the smell of DryBar hair products, the Royal Family, anything leopard print and celebrity gossip. Read More…

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  1. Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says

    June 2, 2017 at 7:19 am

    Those suits are great! My Friday will consist of working all day but being rewarded by family movie night later.

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  2. Rebekah Hearn says

    June 2, 2017 at 8:58 am

    Omg I’m obsessed with Money Diaries, too. It’s crazy how much stuff costs in other parts of the country!

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    • Ricci says

      June 3, 2017 at 11:39 pm

      I know!!!

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  3. Amanda Love says

    June 2, 2017 at 11:38 am

    It’s always so exciting to go on vacation especially when it’s the beach. I am loving your swimsuit choices.

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  4. Eloise says

    June 2, 2017 at 2:33 pm

    You just reminded me I should buy a new suit this year! I love your choices. Now you’re ready for summer and swim time! I can’t wait! : )

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  5. Micah @ Unabashedly Me says

    June 2, 2017 at 4:08 pm

    That rainbow suit is so fun. Disappointing it didn’t arrive as anticipated.

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    • Ricci says

      June 3, 2017 at 11:40 pm

      Me too!!

      Reply
  6. Karissa says

    June 2, 2017 at 4:21 pm

    I love your update on Friday 5. I think that is a great idea. This Friday I am making cards with some friends for hospitalized kids it should be a fun night.

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  7. Dogvills says

    June 2, 2017 at 8:56 pm

    I like the black swimsuit! My family loves the beach and it’s what we look forward to every summer. I hope you have a wonderful time.

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  8. lily@militaryfamof8 says

    June 3, 2017 at 3:30 am

    Oh the swimsuit are so lovely! My family and i loves going on a beach especially to the beaches that we never been. It was always fun.

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  9. Louise Bishop says

    June 3, 2017 at 4:35 pm

    Good for you! I had to work all day and then I got sick on Friday.

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    • Ricci says

      June 3, 2017 at 11:40 pm

      Oh, no! I’m sorry you got so sick!!

      Reply
  10. Kelly Hutchinson says

    June 3, 2017 at 5:58 pm

    I am loving the multi-colored swimsuit. It looks super flattering. I am bookmarking them for my daughter.

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    • Ricci says

      June 3, 2017 at 11:40 pm

      It’s even more flattering on, if that’s even possible!! I am actually looking forward to wearing a swimsuit this summer, HA!!

      Reply
  11. Shannon Gurnee says

    June 3, 2017 at 9:02 pm

    Those bathing suits are super cute! Oh and I love the festive wreath! What cute ideas!

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    • Ricci says

      June 3, 2017 at 11:39 pm

      Thank you!!

      Reply
  12. TIm B says

    June 4, 2017 at 6:26 am

    We’ve been talking about a renting a North Carolina beach house for the extended family to get together on a big vacation for years. Unfortunately we can never get everyone on the same page to make it happen. Hope you have an incredible time on your trip!

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  13. Lynndee says

    June 4, 2017 at 9:16 am

    I love that wreath – so pretty! I’m not into DIY, but I will check your tutorial and see if it’s easy for me to follow. :)

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  14. Echo says

    June 4, 2017 at 11:00 am

    Wow, The Money Diaries sounds amazing! I completely need to check that out. Those swimsuits are awesome. I think I like the black one the most.

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  15. E H says

    June 4, 2017 at 12:21 pm

    Your plans from Friday onwards sound so exciting! I wish I could say I am planning a beach vacay. We did go last year to a small place around here with a river beach for a day but I’ll say it doesn’t count. I need a good lounging week to make it count! I am intrigued with this budget for a week link, I will check it out – I am also nosy! :)

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  16. uprunforlife says

    June 4, 2017 at 1:18 pm

    Good luck on selling your place. We did this earlier this year. It is nice not having to deal with the what ifs that break or need fixing. Selling a house isnt easy. There was so much prep work to do.

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  17. Catvills says

    June 4, 2017 at 3:04 pm

    What an awesome post going to a vacation was really exciting for me I love to vacation and I love that black bathing suit.

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  18. kIWI says

    June 5, 2017 at 2:06 am

    Im happy for you mini vacay you deserve it since you said its well overdue! Also didnt know about Refinery29 Money Diaries I am intrigued now I will be reading now!

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  19. Jennifer G says

    June 5, 2017 at 6:59 am

    Good luck selling your place! That can be a little daunting but I am sure everything will go well. I am glad you got to go on a mini vacation! I am sure you deserved one and I hope it served you well.

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    June 9, 2017 at 2:43 pm

    Am I the only one gagging over that golden pineapple?! It’s gorg!!!! Did you take that pic?

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Ricci is a 39 year old digital content creator from central Arkansas. She is passionate about skincare, travel, reading, and being an advocate for women's health issues. She is dog mom to Sophie, cat mom to Rooster and Poppy and an aunt to 10 amazing kiddos. riccialexis83@gmail.com

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