This post is sponsored by Marks and Spencer. Is it raining like crazy in any other places lately? Because holy cow, I swear Idaho went from sunny and beautiful, to snowy and cold, to rainy and cold. I just need sunshine in my life, okay? ;) GIMME ALL THE SUNSHINE. Last weekend was nice though, well for a couple of hours, let’s be honest. We got out, went on a little walk and got some outside family time in though and that’s ...continue reading >>
Current Favorite Spring Shoes
I love season changes for several reasons. One, I mean - a change in the season ;) That's always nice. Two, an excuse to buy new things...like shoes. Am I right? HA! Blake wasn't sleeping well last night...what's new...so I looked at way too many shoes. Which is beneficial to y'all though because I found a ton of cute ones which means my mailman and I are about to be best friends and my husband is going to want to know why there's no longer room ...continue reading >>
Blake’s Little Milestones
This post is sponsored by Carter's. I was watching Blake at the park yesterday and honestly just couldn't stop thinking about where in the world all the time has gone...like holy cow - she's about to be three. I swear to you that I was just finding out I was pregnant, let alone bring a newborn baby into our home and thinking "uh...this is terrifying, now what?". Seriously though, do you remember when you brought your little one ...continue reading >>
Olay Cleansing Infusion Results – Skin
I’m bacckkk with an update on the new Olay products I started using last month. Remember the Olay Cleansing Infusion ones?! You can check that post out, here. Well, just as I expected - they’re fabulous. I’m honestly just now starting to think that Olay really can do no wrong. Their products are just always on point and it makes so much sense that my Mom has used them since I can remember and now I’m hooked. If you don’t know - I use their ...continue reading >>
5 Fun Spring Looks for Blake
Target has been killing me lately, literally BUY ALL THE THINGS. I mean let's be honest, that's been my motto for Target for years, but I don't know they've mega stepped up their game in the kid's clothing department. Then yesterday I see the announcement that there's a line coming out with Hunter Boots and I'm like okay, go ahead and just start me a tab now, holy cow. Y'all might be laughing, but if you've followed me for awhile, you're fully ...continue reading >>
New Hair. New Me.
This year I have been so focused on things that make ME happy. I have been trying to step out of my comfort zone, trying to take leaps towards my happiness and most of all, letting go of the things I can't control and that just really don't matter in the scheme of things. It might seem silly to you, but today was a big day. I have wanted to cut my hair for years and just couldn't get the courage to do so. I don't know why, I just worry too much - ...continue reading >>
Annual Fav Mom Bod Suits – Round up
Every year, I do a round up of my favorite swim suits for the modern Mama. This year is no different! So I've rounded up my ultimate favorites, made it super easy to shop them and I have a chunk of them, so I give you all the details on sizing and everything ;) Asos, Target and Nordstrom are hands down my favorite places to shop for Swimwear year after year. They just have a big selection for every body type and their price points are usually ...continue reading >>
NEW* Favorite Skincare Product!
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Olay. The opinions and text are all mine. Y’all know I have a real love for Olay - literally, talk about it all the time and share my favorites with you guys! In fact, you can see my last Olay post, here. SO today I’m actually really excited to share another product I’ve been using from them. It’s their “Whips” product and oh my gosh, you guys I think they may have ...continue reading >>
Family Outfits for Spring
Sooo it’s been freaking beautiful here the last weekish, like 55 degrees or higher (which is hot in February in Idaho) and I’m just obsessed. We’ve been spending every second possible outside, at the park, wherever because you never know with Idaho what’s going to happen. Literally the weather changes in minutes from like 55 degrees to 20 and snowing, I swear. It’s crazy. SO this past weekend, we put on our cute new spring outfits from Marks and ...continue reading >>
Trial of a new Skincare Routine
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Olay. The opinions and text are all mine. Y’all know my love for Olay products - it’s just good friggin’ skincare products at a good price. Like, they’re doing it right! So I am obviously excited to be trying two new products from them to give y’all my feedback and thoughts on them. Here’s my little introduction of them and then I will follow up in a month or so ...continue reading >>
Athleisure for the Fam: Marks & Spencer
This collaboration was supported by Marks & Spencer and Shopping Links. So since I started like really jumping on the workout train, you know...go every morning (HA!), I’ve found myself wearing workout clothes basically all day, everyday. Oops. There’s just something about a good athleisure look that’s comfy but also cute that makes you feel like you have your crap together. So naturally I decided my entire family had to jump on ...continue reading >>
Gift Ideas for the Littles for V-Day
Yep, that person - but remember, this is a judgement free zone. Ain't nobody here gonna judge you if you walk into Target for deodorant and walk out with $300 worth of stuff. ;) JUDGEMENT. FREE. PEOPLE. SO obviously you better believe I'm getting Blake v-day stuff. I mean, why the heck not? Have you seen the Target dollar section items?! They're basically screaming BUY ME FOR YOUR KID FOR V-DAY. Right? Just say right so I feel justified in the ...continue reading >>
Treat Yo Self Mama
Sometimes I feel like I deserve all the things, you know for cleaning up goldfish crackers all day, working, attempting to keep the house clean (that one is a work in progress) and well, for surviving 2 out of the 7 days of each week without tears. HA! And on that occasion when I feel like I deserve all the things, well, I treat myself. Now, I can't always buy all the expensive things -- have to be smart about it ;) BUT on treat yo self day, I ...continue reading >>
Current Favorite Hair Products
I'm kind of high maintenance when it comes to hair products..I mean I'll buy all the cheap make up, but when it comes to hair products I splurge. Oops. I think it's just because I graduated from cosmetology school and I don't know - or that's just my excuse to do it anyway ;) Anyways - I thought it would be fun to do a little round of favorite things on hair goodies! My biggest tip for hair product though is -- BUY in a salon or a salon store ...continue reading >>
Mom Style: Ruffle Sleeves
Currently obsessed with ruffle sleeve tops because they're comfy and semi casual, but look super friggin' cute still. SO I figured I would share a cute look that I wear more often than I should probably admit, with one ;) Oh and these shoes, they were at one point $22, now they're basically a rare treasure to find and a hot item. BEST SHOES I'VE EVER OWNED. I found some on Amazon, but you'll be lucky if they're in your size at a decent price, ...continue reading >>
A Little V-day Outfit Inspiration for the Littles
When I saw this at H&M I was like, okay -- I need this for Blake, then I got to the register and it was on mega sale and it was confirmed and purchased. HA! The shoes and ears...those were her add on ;) HA! Well, since then the sweater has sold out online, but I found a similar one so I linked it and the skirt, plus all her little added accessories below! Plus, I found y'all some more cute V-day items, so those are also below! Happy ...continue reading >>
Space Buns w/ Dutch Braids Tutorial
I've had the request to share this little "space buns" hair tutorial for a little while now, so here I am -- finally jumpin' on it! I'll just dive right in, but I will add right now - if you don't know how to dutch braid, you will need to know for this, so here's a good tutorial for that, here. :) WHAT YOU'RE GONNA NEED: Bobbi pins Comb Brush Hair Spray, this is my fav, here Dry shampoo or texture spray, my fav is, here ...continue reading >>
Toddler Dutch Braid Pigtail Tutorial
That feels like the longest hairstyle tutorial name ever, but well -- I didn't really know what else to call it, so there you go. Lemme just dive right into the tutorial for y'all though and then I've linked the products I used below! I honestly just use the same stuff on her hair that I do on my own, so when you see prices remember that ;) I'm not that fancy - we don't buy $30 dry shampoo for her. HA! There's also a video tutorial below if ...continue reading >>
A Few Favorite Mommy & Me New Years Outfits
YEP, we are talking about New Years and well, NO SHAME PEOPLE. Obviously this year I went all out, bought semi matching (well coordinating) dresses for my babe and I and well -- we're ready to friggin' party. And by party I mean, put our dresses on, take a few cute pictures, do a little dance and then sit on the couch, eat popcorn and most likely watch either Beauty and the Beast or Mickey Mouse Clubhouse. Really, whatever she's feelin' that day. ...continue reading >>
Updated Make-up Routine
I did a little insta-live this morning (if you missed it, it's still up there ;)) with my current make up routine. You know -- because I know what I'm doing and all and y'all should take me so serious. ;) BUT I did it and I promised I would link products, so here, you, go! (Imagine a hand clap between each of those words for the full effect). FACE PRODUCTS: EYES (only happens on a good day) LIPS scroll to see ...continue reading >>
Eyebrows. They’re a Thing.
This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx.com on behalf of Nad’s. Okay, can I just get real with y'all for a second? Actually...let's be honest, when am I not being real? Sometimes a little too much real...sorry not sorry about that. ;) The other day though I looked in the mirror and was like oh....my eyebrows, yeah those. I'm supposed to pluck those, wax those, ya know? Do something to take care of them. Whoops. Well...quite honestly I ...continue reading >>
Outdoors is Good for the Soul
Thank you Gallery for sponsoring this post. Stay stylish and cozy in a new Gallery jacket this winter! Shop this picture: This post has so many pictures, but I really don't even care because well...I'm just obsessed with them all. Blake was being so sweet and I was just chill and laid back while Marcus shot these pictures and they're some of my favorites. I love that he shot all the little in ...continue reading >>
DIY Pamper Gift Basket
Christmas time is here people! Are you ready? I like to think I am, but realistically not so much. It’s funny actually because I have my crap together for all the blog stuff and to show y’all everything, but then like myself and my actual Christmas that’s happenin’ -- not so much. WHOOPS! But I do have this part together, mainly because I did it to show y’all and made enough to give to all mah girlfriends. ;) HOLLLA. Alright, so wannah know what ...continue reading >>
Favorite Shop Friday: Personal Shopper
I'm all about something that makes my life easier. Seriously, any tip, trick, hack, whatever that's going to make something go a little smoother or quicker -- COUNT. ME. IN. But especially when it's a quality time saver. Y'all know I love myself some 7 Charming Sisters, I did a post about them not long ago, here. Well this year for the holidays they're doing something super cool, that I LOVE. Rather than spending all the time researching gifts, ...continue reading >>
Holiday Outfit Inspiration & Picture Tips
This post is sponsored by Everywhere Agency on behalf of OshKosh B'gosh; however all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. So as y'all already know -- I'm definitely the parent that takes too many dang pictures of her kid. I know, I know. I knew it was a real problem when I had (no joke) 25 Chatbooks when she was like 3 months old. Whoops. I just really like her, okay? ;) So this is basically a blog post dream right now ...continue reading >>
A Big Skin Change
This post was sponsored by Olay. So I recently took the Olay 28 Challenge and I'm here to report back with my results. If you're not familiar or missed the deets of me doing it on Facebook, it was 28 days of using their Olay Total Effects Moisturizer with SPF 15 and Olay Eyes Deep Hydrating Eye Gel morning and night. So how did it go? Well first off, can I just tell you it's really hard to remember to do something ...continue reading >>
Play Make-Up DIY & This Year’s MUST HAVE Toy
The hottest toy of the season people and we got to try it first hand, so I figured I would jump on and review all about it (and chat about their NEW Glitter Fingerlings)! Plus I’ve got a fun DIY for some glitter “make-up” for your babe! If you have a little diva like me, then you’re full aware on how big of a “must have” make-up is in your house. Seriously, Blake gets ready with me, every, single, morning. HA! First, let’s chat the DIY! It’s ...continue reading >>
Small Shop Spotlight: Pink Blush
I'm actually so excited to do a little spotlight on a shop I love today. I love to chat about shops I love and wear often, but it's rare that I break things down and do a full post on them. SOOO let's do this thing. Also in case you weren't aware, my favorite phrases are "let's do this", "it's fine" and "so there's that". ;) Follow me on insta-story and you'll figure that out reallll quick. Anyways, so I've actually worn Pink Blush for a long ...continue reading >>
Best Shoes on Sale This Week!
Rounded up my favorite shoes currently on sale because guys, THE WEEK OF SHOPPING! Original Tall Hunter Boots: 20% off (no code needed) Original Short Refined Back Hunter Boots: 20% off (no code needed) DKNY Bobbi White Slip ons: 20% off with code "BLACK" Nike Theas: 20% off with code "REWARDSTYLEBF" ($59) Reebok's Chelsea Shoe: 20% off with code "REWARDSTYLEBF" ($29) Toddler's Nikes: 20% off with code "REWARDSTYLEBF" ...continue reading >>
Favorite Holiday Outfits for Toddlers
It's that time and guess what, I don't have any self control...yet again this year, so Blake already has three Christmas dresses. Yep, go ahead - judge me, I'm that person. It's totally fine and I've accepted it. What I haven't accepted is that well, maybe you're not like that so instead I'm just forcing my love of all things holiday on you. So I rounded up my favorite toddler outfits for Christmas and well, they're friggin' adorable so good luck ...continue reading >>
Favorite Family PJs for Christmas
Okay, guilty -- one of my favorite things is to wear matching PJs for Christmas...every, single, year. Only this year we might be out of luck and I know secretly Marcus is like YASS, because well -- the ones I wanted from the Magnolia collection at Target, they don't have ANY left in the men's sizes WAH. So...we will see or I'll be returning the ones I have an grabbing one of these cuties below. I've rounded up my favorite coordinating ones for ...continue reading >>
MUST Have Products for Curly Hair
Shop my outfit: Cardigan / Dress / Leggings / Boots Did you enjoy looking at all the pictures of my face? HAHAH! This week I have been asked a lot what products I use on my hair...soo I figured let's do a round up! Now some of them are totally catered to my hair because I have pretty dang curly hair, like in these pictures that's my natural curl. BUT I separated the two so that you could shop the curly ones if you have curly hair and ...continue reading >>
Let’s Bargain Shop People
I am all about a good deal. Like, gimme all the things, but give them to me on mega sale or real discounted. That’s a fine motto to have in life right? In fact, fun fact about me..yes, I just said fact twice, it’s fine. BUT, little did you know -- I LOVE thrift shopping, like SO SO much. In fact, I am going this Saturday and it might just be something I have been looking forward to all week, judge me. It’s just the fun of like really looking and ...continue reading >>
Some cute Holiday PJs & Clothing for the Babes
This post is sponsored by Carter’s; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. I went to Carter's on Saturday to grab some of their cute Holiday stuff and you know -- get in on the sale action. Well, I brought them home, set the bag on the ground so I could run to the bathroom and by the time I had come back -- Blake had her new Santa PJs on, with one of the Christmas dresses I had bought over it. HA! I never want to ...continue reading >>
Fall Mommy & me Style
I thought I would put a fun little post together on a couple recent outfits Blake and I wore because well FALL and why not?! I've also linked some more favorites below. Shop the looks above: Click the images to shop. More favorites for Mama... More favorites for babes... This post contains affiliate links. ...continue reading >>
Halloween 2017: Annie Family Costume
Blake's Dress DIY, dress from June & January Jess' whole outfit: Target & local thrift store Marcus' Top & Bottoms: Old Navy, suspenders & hat: Walmart This post contains affiliate links. ...continue reading >>
Tutorial / Girl’s Easy Hairstyle: Low French Braids
I'm excited to show you these cute little french braids today! Blake calls them her "Belle braids" and lately has requested them on the daily. Find the instructions below, if you're new to french braiding, I suggest watching this youtube video, here, for a quick how to, then jump on back here for the tutorial on these! LOW FRENCH BRAIDS TUTORIAL SUPPLIES: Elastics (I just get the 1000 pack at walmart or Target - TIP* use a thread ...continue reading >>
Family Pictures – Fall 2017
Welp, we finally got an updated family picture WITH THE PUPS. I've been dreaming of beautiful apple orchard pictures since last year and my dreams finally came true thanks to Chantel! I can't wait to get these bad boys on our Christmas card this year! Shop outfits or similar items: Click pictures to shop! Jess' jumper: Paige Avenue And this one just for fun.... ;) This post contains affiliate links. ...continue reading >>
Favorite Shop Friday: Affordable Jewelry
Shop the outfits in pics: Earrings & Ring c/o 7 Charming Sisters Oh my gosh, it's FRIDAY! This week has been a long friggin' week and to say I'm excited about the fact that it's the end of it, would be an understatement. I'M STOKED! So let's finish the week off strong and with one of my favorite things. Now that Blake is well, a little older I have been trying to step my jewelry game up. Though lemme tell you, I'm not sure if it was worse ...continue reading >>
Mine & Blake’s Everyday Skincare Routine
I'm sharing #Curél in my life as part of a Curél sponsored series for Socialstars™. It's funny right? Blake and I share a skincare routine? She might definitely look just like Marcus...I mean no denying who's kid she is, but unfortunately she got my skin. I would give her that.. ;) HA! So yeah, we share a skincare routine, at least part of it. I talked about our skin and eczema last month, here, but told y'all I would be back ...continue reading >>
Daddy’s Little Dress Shirts: Read, trust me.
First, can we just talk about them? Like holy cute. Now, second, y'all know -- I am all about creating memories, you know making things last and creating all the feels. I mean, my wedding ring has my Grandma's diamond in it. I wore her dress when we got married. I wear my Uncle's watch often, I just love things like that. I love something that has mean, that has a story behind it and I hope to pass that down to Blake. I think we live in a world ...continue reading >>
DIY (No Sew) Pebbles Costume
I can't believe that it's the month of Halloween. That's just crazy to me! Well, let's start it off right with a fun Halloween costume tutorial! If you've been following me for awhile, y'all know that I secretly have a talent -- I can sew. For those that have been around a LONG time...know that at one point I even had a little Etsy shop. Ha! Anyways, now that we've taken a little trip down memory lane... I'm so excited to show y'all this costume ...continue reading >>
8 Fall Sweaters You NEED
And when I say NEED, I mean NEED, not want. So just go ahead and tell yourself, your husband, whoever that, right now ;) HA! All the sweaters below I've tried, have and love. They are all flattering, super soft, cozy and perfect for fall! So let's do this thing. Shop the sweaters: (Click images to shop directly) This post contains affiliate links. ...continue reading >>
A CUTE New Line of Kid’s Playwear
SO friggin' excited to be teaming up with Cee Cee & Ryan today because well, one we've been a fan of theirs for a hot minute and TWO, they have a new line of playwear out and it's SO good y'all. I am all about a good item of clothing for Blake that is not only cute, but totally realistic. I mean let's be honest...she's not going to want to play in the cute little hipster look with her flannel tied around her waist like I might want her too ;) ...continue reading >>
15 Fall Wardrobe Pieces you CAN Actually Afford
Don't get me wrong I mean..I wish I could just spend all the money on new clothes for myself, but let's just be real -- it ain't on option. This Mama is on a budget, but obviously still wants cute new clothes for each season (who doesn't?). So I decided, lemme find the best of the best and round them up for you. I've found 5 tops, 5 dresses and 5 bottoms that personally I think are musts, at least that's what I'm telling myself (and my husband) ...continue reading >>
Fall Mom Style: Fancy Frills
I can't believe it's already time to share my third small shop round up for the best clothes for Mama. I love doing these round ups every year because I feel like as Moms, we are constantly doing and buying for everyone else, that well -- we deserve some spoilage and during the best ;) season of the year. Also, I might just be trying to get you to be as obsessed with fall as I am, but it's fine. So today, I'm sharing three looks from Fancy ...continue reading >>
Preppin’ my Skin for Fall
We are still very much in the "want to be like Mama" stage with Blake and I really hope it never ends. I've told y'all time and time again, but every morning Blake gets ready with me and it's seriously the sweetest thing. She gets out her little make up bag, asks for lipstick after me and then puts her lotion on. I love it and I'm trying to soak it all in while it lasts because as much as I want it to last forever, I'm ...continue reading >>
Tips & Tricks to a 10 Minute Morning Routine
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone.#ShineWithClearEyes #MyShiningMoment #CollectiveBias As a busy, working Mama I really don't have much time to well, brush my hair, let alone actually get ready. But I also really enjoy getting ready. I feel more confident and just a little more put together underneath the tired eyes and applesauce stains. ;) SO I've mastered the whole ...continue reading >>
A Round up of the BEST Fall Clothing for Littles (on a budget)
As you guys are fully aware by now, fall is my FAVORITE. So naturally I put together the cutest little mood boards for our little babes (both guys and gals). I think I actually need everything in my size though...soo there's that. Everything is shoppable by clicking the images underneath the mood board. So ready, set, grab your wallets and get ready to just splurge a little, aight? ;) GIRLS Shop the items: Click images to ...continue reading >>
Microblading: ALL the Deets
First off, can we just talk about these before pictures? I was crying laughing because I just look so painfully awkward. It's fine -- just gotta laugh it off because well...that's me. HA! So first and foremost, the most commonly asked question, where did I get my brows done? Well for all my Idaho friends -- The Brow Club in Meridian. Anna did them and she was GREAT! I can't recommend her enough. So I figured the best way to go about this post was ...continue reading >>
Fall Mom Style: Ollie Marie
So excited to jump in with our second small shop feature for the cutest clothes for Mama this fall! Again, I've put three looks together from them and I think y'all are going to LOVE them!! Today we are featuring Ollie Marie and their stuff is the CUTEST, plus something I really love about them is that they carry a line for curvy ladies, which means they have so many things to choose from! However, I will forewarn you -- they sell out of things ...continue reading >>
5 Fall Lips Colors YOU NEED
Lipstick in picture: Nars in the color "Don't Stop" Fall is almost here, I mean I have been talking about it non stop since September 1st hit..soo in case you didn't know. ;) The weather is starting to cool down over here and I am stocking up on all the best sweaters and good smelling fall candles (because let's be honest -- the smells -- that's the best part). Y'all know I am a lipstick girl, have been forever, so naturally I've rounded up five ...continue reading >>
3 MUST HAVE (Inexpensive) Date Night Looks
I've had this request for awhile to share some go to date night looks I love, so here I am. Ya know, I've been sharing style posts all week long so why not keep with it? ;) Y'all are loving my awkward style poses right? Be honest, that's really the only reason that you wanted me to share these! HA! I'm going to just jump right in. I've got three looks for you and I've linked the entire outfit underneath each picture so it's easy to shop! ...continue reading >>
Fall Mom Style: Rubyclaire
I am so excited to kick off this annual series again!! Every year, I team up with some of my favorite small shops and share a few outfits that I think are perfect for the modern Mom. Today I am so excited to show y'all three looks from Rubyclaire Boutique - who you all know I LOVE. Plus, this gives me a chance to bring out my inner fashion blogger...sooo ;) Enjoy the pics. HA! Kidding. Actually, fun fact, my first blog 8 years ago was totally ...continue reading >>
Favorite Shop Friday: Kidzshake
Guys, it's been a few weeks since we've had a favorite shop Friday! I've been busy this summer with fun summer posts and trying to keep you up to date with life happenings. But it's almost fall again and I am so excited to kick off the season with a fun favorite shop Friday! For those not familiar, on Fridays I like to share small shops I've tried, use and LOVE. I share the ins and outs about the shop itself, why we love it and some fun peeks! So ...continue reading >>
Two MUST HAVE Toddler Outfits
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of PF Flyers for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. A lot of y’all have been loving Blake’s new PF Flyers shoes, I mean...how could you not? They’re friggin’ cute shoes and then you put them on a tiny toddler and it’s like, holy friggin’ cute. So today I am excited to share with y’all a couple of different looks that go great with them! I think they’re perfect for really any look with ...continue reading >>
Weekly Shopping Finds!
As promised and because I have zero self control when it comes to buying things (especially for Blake), I will do a quick roundup of my favorite things I find each week! This week, I grabbed quite a few things for Blake for fall at Old Navy and a few new shirts for Moakes for work there as well! Old Navy is great (this isn't sponsored) and they have killlla prices. Also, didn't buy clothes for myself this week...well shoes, because Target had a ...continue reading >>
Being With The People Who Make you the Happiest
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of PF Flyers for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. We were walking downtown the other day and Blake stopped, looked at Marcus and said, “Daddy, I have a question for you.” I literally about fell over laughing. It was the cutest friggin’ thing I had ever heard. Isn’t it funny the things that our littles pick up from us? It was seriously so stinkin’ cute. Then Marcus asked her ...continue reading >>
Back to School Outfits for Toddlers
This post is sponsored by Everywhere Agency on behalf of OshKosh B’gosh; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. Yeah, yeah, yeah, Blake's only two, it's fine. I don't think that's a good enough excuse to not be a part of the whole back to school shopping thing though. ;) HA! I LOVE back to school shopping. It's kind of a sick, twisted thing, but this is no joke. I stock up on all the notebooks, pencils, ...continue reading >>
The Best Dress-Up Dresses Under $15
Since Blake has been into this mega "dress up" stage..I'm talkin' princess dresses everyday, all day, I've had lots of questions about where we get our dress-up dresses from! So I figured it was best to do a little roundup of some of our favorites. Now, the first one I got her I spent literally $35 on and well, it's adorable and super fun, but it's trashed now because of course it's her favorite one and she wears it on the daily. So I quickly ...continue reading >>
One Last Roundup of the Nordstrom Sale
Well since I've spent my year's earnings at the Nordstrom sale, I figured I needed to enable you to do the same. ;) So...I put together one last good roundup of my favorite items that have been restocked and they're going fast, so hurry, get your shop on. SHOP: A few more favs... MAMA KIDS HOME This post contains affiliate links. ...continue reading >>
Best Toddler Birthday Outfit Ideas
Birthdays are kind of a big deal in our house, maybe just to me...but you know, either or, I will force my love of birthdays on everyone around me. So basically, long story short no one really has a choice. ;) Well...I figured let's do a fun post on the best birthday outfits for toddlers because well, that's part of the fun of the entire birthday experience! Like Blake's little outfit for her Moana party, I seriously was crying from all the ...continue reading >>
20 Minute Pamper Sesh for Mama
Most days I don't have a ton of time to spend on skincare, so I generally do a quick easy routine, cloths, moisturize, done. BUT I have been really trying to take care of my skin better than I used to, as y'all know because well I've been talking about it. So I have been trying different skincare products, finding a mix of things that work well for me, my busy life and my skin. It's been a lot of trial and error and honestly, it probably wasn't a ...continue reading >>
My Top Favorite Overalls For Mama
Y'all know I LOVE myself a good pair of overalls and it's probably one of my most asked questions -- where do I get my favs?! Well, I've linked a few of my favorites below by price, favs under $50 and favs over $50. Ready, set, let's shop and welll....buy all the overalls because if you're asking me, you can never have too many pairs. UNDER $50 OVER $50 This post contains affiliate links. ...continue reading >>
Must Have Shorts for Mama this Summer
Shop the picture above: Blake's suit: June & January / Jess' suit: Target / Jess' shorts: American Eagle Shorts are literally THE HARDEST THING ever to find the "perfect" pair of. I'm convinced. Especially for Moms. I don't really want to be rockin' shorts that my butt cheeks hang out of and well, I also don't love the ones that go to my knees or past. Call me high maintenance or complicated, it's fine. I just know what I feel comfortable ...continue reading >>
A Confidence Booster for Mama
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Olay. The opinions and text are all mine. I remember when I found out I was pregnant with a little girl, I was seriously so excited. I mean, I was a little nervous...I grew up with all sisters, I know how sassy we can be, but I was stoked for the little girl nights and a tiny BFF in between all the "parenting" moments. Well, now that she's getting a little bit older her ...continue reading >>
Mama Summer go to Outfit
I’m sharing Secret in my life as part of a sponsored series for Socialstars™ GUYS. Though Idaho may not quite realize it yet, we're still working on it, it's summer time. I think maybe by Monday Idaho will get the clue that summertime calls for temps above 70 degrees, I mean at least that's what the weather app says on my phone, but then again...this state has a mind of it's own when it comes to weather. Either way, I've declared it ...continue reading >>
A Little Mommy & Me Time..
This post is sponsored by Olay Daily Facials. All opinions my own. #ad Lately Blake has been well, sassy. Actually, the word sassy is probably an understatement to be honest, but, you know, terrible twos. Everyone says three is worse and I'm really friggin' nervous if that's the case because I am not sure how I'm going to make it through two. This past weekend though, she was really sweet (in between the sass) and my heart was feeling ...continue reading >>
Hair Tutorial / Simple Twist Bun
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #FreeOfSulfates #CollectiveBias It’s been a few weeks since I’ve done a hair tutorial and I know you love them so today I’m back to show the most simple of hair tutorials. It is a go to for me and one that look really cute for any occasion. It’s a simple twist bun, with a little bit of a elegance and it will take you, literally, less than ...continue reading >>
Disney World Packing List Peek
I can't believe we leave for Disney World in like a day! What the....time flew right by. First, I have to go ahead and give a huge shout out to Keeper Security because we won this entire trip through a giveaway hosted by them and honestly, it couldn't have come at a better time. We needed a little pick me up! Well..I've had lots of questions about what we're packin', where I've found the cutest Disney stuff and everything in between, so I figured ...continue reading >>
June & January Giveaway
Just keepin' things interesting for y'all on this Saturday and teamin' up with one of my favorite shops for a realll good giveaway. Enter below for the chance to win a $100 June and January Gift card! a Rafflecopter giveaway PS. First time shoppin' at J&J, use this link to grab 15% off your first purchase! ...continue reading >>
Comfy, CUTE Clothes for Mama
Okay, okay so basically my middle name should be comfort. I mean, if I could wear PJs everywhere, all day long, I probably would. In fact, I am trying to figure out why that's not acceptable yet? Like, come on guys. On a serious note though (you know, not that my other one wasn't serious ;) ), I have found a really great shop that I am excited to share with y'all today! They make the cutest and COMFIEST jammies, nursing bras and tanks. ...continue reading >>
Little’s Style // Fourth of July Outfit
Shop the look: Click the pictures to shop Grab shorts in picture from, June & January. Use this link to get 15% off your first purchase! More favorite 4th of July outfits... FOR HER... FOR HIM.. This post contains affiliate links. ...continue reading >>
Be True to YOU!
This post was sponsored by Zappos! The other day we were getting ready to go on a family walk, you know just your typical stroll around the neighborhood. ;) HA! Actually we've been trying to do this more often because it's so nice outside and well, honestly the sunshine has been so good for my soul. Isn't that funny how much the weather can change your mood? Anyway, it was quite the argument getting out of the house, like 20 minutes of ...continue reading >>
A New Favorite Skincare Product!
Do you have that one thing that you you stand firm on? That you believe in so strongly, that you'll fight til the end for it? For me it's kindness. It's something that I so much believe in, it's something I stand firm for and think that well we could all do a little better at, including myself. Sometimes we just get so caught up in us, our lives and our needs that we forget to be kind. Sometimes we witness things around us and we sit back quietly ...continue reading >>
