Happy Friday Friends & . . .

 

I hope you all had an amazing week. It’s been a productive yet slightly exhausting week. Being down with the flu last week has made for extremely busy yet very productive work week this week!

 

First up, the Lord has really been whispering ‘give your best self’ to my heart and mind this week and it’s been such a good word for my soul!

It’s showed me areas that I have to realign within that I didn’t even realize I do at times.

Instead of giving the power to what separate’s us, focus rather on what unites us.

So My Favorite Quote for the Week is “Give Your Best Self”. God let us be a source of hope for the hopeless. God let us be a source of courage for the fearless. Let us give our best selves from the inside out!

 

 

JADE ROLLER

Jade Roller Is the most amazing cooling depuffing and soothing Beauty Tool – ever! And it just feels good!

I found this >> Jade Roller from Nordstrom for $68 however I found this >> Jade Roller from Amazon for only $18.99. A much more desireable price point and quite honestly – that’s the only route I would go as they are legit the same thing.

 

MICRONEEDLING REGENERATION ROLLER

Microneedling Regeneration Tool is new to me, I recommend referencing YouTube on how to use it. I prefer to use it at night on clean skin, sanitizing before and after application.

What it does?

It triggers skins natural healing process by inducing micro-regeneration deep within the skin creating new collagen and restoring it’s volume.
Great to be used after you’ve washed your face and prior to moisturizer as it allows your skin to absorb topical products 200 times more. #queuequalityskincare

I found this >> GloPRO® Microneedling Regeneration Tool at Nordstrom for $199.00 I also found this >> Micro Derma Roller on Amazon for $14.99. The one at Nordstrom has the bells and whistles where as the one sold on Amazon is simply what it is and does what it does.

 

 

Color Block Hoodie in Light Heather Gray & Red is a New Fave of Juniors! If he could – If I would allow it he would wear hoodies and joggers everyday, all day! This kid is a HOODIE LOVER for sure!

Gold Glitter Tank Dress I picked this up earlier this week, for Mackenzie’s Talent Show Dress.

Camo Joggers I buy quite a bit of Will’s clothing from Gap – always have. Mostly due to the fact of the quality of the clothing. He’s a Boy & yeah,  the fit seems to be perfect for his stature also, since his forever so it’s a good brand for my boy!

Girl’s Dolce Vita Jaclyn Glitter Bootie She seen these on line and Said ‘Mommy these are So My Style’. Mackenzie browses the internet for her own fashion finds. I taught her how to select her size and add to the cart. When she has something she just loves she comes to show me and if we agree, it’s a done deal! This has been a great way for her to understand the value of things as well.

 

Madewell Ruffle Cuff Ribbed Top is adorbs, I got it in Afterglow Red and is perfect tucked in with Jeans. A Basic transitional top with a flare 😉

Free People ‘Long Beach’ Tank in purple, is so soft in feel as well as in color. On Sale right now for 10% off! I love tanks like this with Jean Capri’s for the spring, summer weekend’s. #qualitycasualbasics

Gorjana Tulum Tassel Earrings in royal blue, will give a good punch of color to any outfit. I love a good statement earring.

Matisse Cha Cha Espadrille Wedge Sandal in orange is another good pop of color that may be fun to work into your wardrobe!

Basic Gray Side Slit Tee I picked up to wear with leggings on Spring weekends when running errands and what not. So basic and So comfy. I also have the Black and White Stripe one as well. Currently on Sale.

Perfect Roll Tunic by Lush, mentioned yet again if you have been reading my blog for a while you know I crush on LUSH and this top is my favorite of all time. Just classic. This time in Bright Pink.

 

Okay, Ya’ll I don’t know if you’ve ever heard of GoodRX.com I haven’t until last week when I was sharing with a girlfriend how expensive Tamiflu was and she told me about this website where I can get and RX for less! We also had a generic version of Tamiflu for the second prescription that originally saved us a few bucks but not near as much as the coupons available on this website!

When I looked on GoodRx.com I found a coupon for the Tamiflu as well as for the generic brand. I called Walgreens and they were able to re-run through my insurance and apply the coupons which saved us a total of $168.66. I mean, I’ll take that & thank GoodRx.com. So this little reference can be used for more than just Tamiflu as you can look up any prescription by name. Yes even the generic ones! So that Money Saver was a favorite of mine this past week – for sure!

 

I have been pumping My Vitamin’s this week and so I thought I’d share My Vitamin Routine with you all. I typically have the same Vitamin Routine all year long but notice that I bump up my Vitamin D intake in the Cold Weather Months.

 

Vitamin B12 Dietary Supplement Quick Dissolve Tablets These little gems I take once a day, typically in the morning and they seems to help with energy!

Alive Women’s Energy Multi-Vitamin is an ultimate fave of mine as it’s not chemically produced, Very Plant & Veggie based. My husband tried to have me take the Women’s Multi-Vitamins from GNC for years and they would just make my stomach hurt so bad, and I’d get overwhelming nausea. So Alive is my Vibe.

Vitamin D3 Bone Health Dietary Supplement Soft gels – Up & Up This is my Vitamin D-3 at 1,000 IU’s and in colder months I take 2-3 per day.

 

Hello Friends & Happy Wednesday!

Every last Wednesday of the month I link up with this awesome community of mom bloggers and share these random topics! So here’s this month’s What’s Up Wednesday.

 

MONDAY

SPAGHETTI WITH MEAT SAUCE, TEXAS TOAST & SIDE SALAD

TUESDAY

CHICKEN TACO’S WITH GUACAMOLE à LA CARTE

WEDNESDAY

TORTILLA CRUSTED TILAPIA WITH BABY REDS & DILL BUTTER GREEN BEANS  

THURSDAY

THE HUSBANDS STIRFRY AND RICE

FRIDAY

DINE OUT WITH THE FAM FOR A FISH FRY

SATURDAY

I’M NOT QUITE SURE, PERHAPS MEATLOAF OR HOT CHICKEN SALAD

SUNDAY

BBQ BABY BACK RIBS SERVED WITH BAKED MAC N’ CHEESE & A SIDE SALAD

 

 

I have a few fun things planned for my blog and Instagram coming up this year and I’m really excited with the plans I have so far. Seeing them come to life will be even more amazing. So really excited about what fun is just ahead!!!

 

 

NOTHING at the Moment, Thankfully!

 

 

A lot of Billie Holiday! Jazz calms my soul, truly.

I notice myself saying “Okay Google, Play some Billie Holiday” and off to Relaxation I go!

 

 

 

 

In December I started researching flat iron stylers. I considered the T3 (( here )) but decided against it and ended up purchasing the Conair Infiniti & although it was so darn adorable, sadly it burned my hair twice so needless to say it just was not a ‘hair healthy pick’ for me, so I returned it.

For the last 10 years at least I’ve exclusively used CHI flat irons and I still like them but was looking for a change I suppose. I know it’s important to choose quality styling products and tools as I do use heat styling at least six days a week if not the full 7 days. Speaking of Heat Styling I also love this heat protection spray by Tiki (( here ))

Recently I purchased this GHD 1-inch Gold Styler and I love it. It does a great job of not frying the hair yet gives a great curl-wave and holds well. I can see why stylist love this one as it allows for such a smooth curling/wave process with the no tangle swivel cord! It actually shines my hair also. Speaking of that I noticed that the Conair Styler was really drying and frying. You can find the GHD 1-inch Styler (( here ))

Kind of Random Love that’s not my own but, I have also been loving is our Mackenzie in this sweet little robe. When she has it on – she just looks so cuddly and oh so comfy!  I purchased it one size up so she get’s plenty of use out of it and I’m glad I did because it’s perfect! Currently on SALE for 40% –>> (( here ))

 

 

Bringing Up Girls by Dr. James Dobson. Seems as though I have been reading this book for months. But I am sure I will be knocking this one out very soon here. (Side Note: I purchase most if not all of my books from Amazon. Occasionally Barnes and Noble but typically Amazon has great Book Prices)

Last week I mentioned how I was under the weather and during that time I found a new show called TIMELESS. I got thru the entire 1st season and I’m low-key looking forward to the kick-off of Season 2 on March 11th!

My favorite show currently is the BRAVE although they just do not give me enough of it! I could totally go for more airtime of the BRAVE!

 

My ILY Couture Sweatshirts (( here ))

Valentine’s Day with My Love, Love HIM! The entire day was awesome and The Salt Room was such a fun little experience to share together. I love when he plans the day. He is such a romantically, fun-loving man! So grateful for our love!!!

 

I did a Target Haul and here are a few of the items that I got and I love!

This Asymmetrical Ruffle Skirt in Black and White is just adorable. Can dress it UP or DOWN (( here ))

These SugarFix Baubles (from BaubleBar) are adorable and just the perfect pop of color for Spring! (( here ))

This Stiletto Sock Bootie in Red may be a staple as Red can almost be considered a neutral when worn with confidence! (( here ))

Weekend Soul Pajama Shorts are sold in two colors and I have both! Not only are they so comfortable but they are also flattering. TTS (( here ))

These Wedges are an affordable dupe for this springs most desired wedge. Affordable dupe (( here )) the Treasure & Bond ones have rave reviews and you can find those one’s (( here ))

This Embroidered Floral Cardigan is darn adorbs! The Sheer and Embroidered Floral is just beautiful. Can be worn Trendy Casual or Dressed Up Also. (( here ))

 

 

• Planning out our trips for 2018
• Preparing our Summer Plans
• I’ve mentioned last week how I am finally finalizing our Master Bedroom Refresh and this weekend I picked up a pair of (( these )) 100% Egyptian Cotton Sheets in twilight and two of (( these )) memory foam pillows. Should be arriving this week. I originally purchased a different set of sheets however returned them. As I was reading reviews about the adjustable frame, lots of people mentioned how important it was to have the right – sheets. They referenced how it’s good to have ones with deeper pockets so they don’t slide off of your mattress when you are adjusting your bed. So these were a must and these fit well with our color scheme.

 

 

Enjoying lots of my High School Basketball Games with my Fam Bam!

The regular season is over & so now it’s playoff time!

 

 

 

This weekend actually is not so planned and so I anticipate it to be low-key, uber chill. Perhaps lots of snuggle time and just being in the present with my favorite most amazing people and getting some things done around la casa. #springclean

 

 

Not a whole lot, just running lots of errands, having lots of meetings and trying to get things back in order after being down an entire week! #WorkingWifeLife

 

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Happy Friday Friends!

Today will be my first and last day in the office this week 😦 I worked from home on Thursday and truth is, it was hard for me to focus as I was still rather weak. I needed my rest and got plenty of it so I’m going to need all the coffee I can get to get me through the day as I’m sure I’ll be so weak. It’s been quite the week to say the least….

I got the flu this week and was legitimately in bed for three days straight! I mean can we say insane!?! I love and I do mean love being productive and being so sick, productive – I was not! I am so thankful for my amazing husband who has been taking care of us all.

It’s very rare for me to get that sick, where I am down for the count and pretty much good for nothing but resting and hoping and praying to get better. I was contagious so didn’t go in to work, literally feel as though I missed the whole week, I wish I could have been that champion mom that contained it all, but I wasn’t 😦 My son now has it and my daughter was the one that gave it to me and my husband had a touch of the symptoms but thankfully not full on as he has been our caretaker this week and is now going to stay home with our sonny as we just took him in today and he tested positive for it also… This Influenza-A got us and I don’t know how! This was me….

With that being said, I found a new show that is now a favorite. I would describe it as a science fiction time travel drama with historical references and I’m kind of diggin’ it so I’d have to make that a favorite of my pretty uneventful and sick week 😦 🙂 I’ve gotten through all of season one.

Season 2 is airing March 11th and I’m low-key looking forward to it.

 

 

Camo Sweatshirt (( here )) – I purchased one sweatshirt from ILY Coutoure and the comfort level of these are nothing short of amazing and worth every penny! This one is currently on sale and I’m a fan now so I picked this one up. Who doesn’t love camo!

Mom Life is the Best Life (( here )) – Been crushing on this for a year and just didn’t until recently! I will wear this oh so much!

Grey Puff Sleeve Sweater (( here )) – great transitional piece

Satin Midi Robe (( here ))

Diva Glamorous Laundry Detergent (( here ))

 

 

So we’ve been working on updating our Master Bedroom for a few months now. My goal was to have it completed by Valentine’s Day but, I’m running a little behind as I have been so patiently selective and collaborative with the hubbs, after all it is ‘our’ room 😉

So far I’ve accomplished painting our bedroom, purchasing a new king bed, and latest of all, I’ve purchased our mattress & adjustable bed frame! I still have to final our area rug as we have wood flooring in our bedroom and it’s been bare naked since December. I’m also awaiting to see how our new bed comes in so I may then measure for the proper nightstands and that will then springboard my dresser decision also. I have a few options in my carts so I am just awaiting the measurements to finalize which option to select.

Other than that, I’m also looking for two gold accent mirrors and throw pillows as well as a new duvet cover. Perhaps I’ll have it all completed in full by the end of March if not prior. 🙂  Below I’m sharing our Mattress and adjustable frame selection.

So last week Friday after work we went Mattress Shopping! No better time than then with the kick-off of the President’s Day Sale. We grabbed this King for the price of a Queen. They were offering a free adjustable frame however it was just the simple one and prior to this we were researching a Sleep Number bed simply due to the adjustability and quite honestly the reviews were just too negative and scattered that I didn’t really deem it worth it.

Even one of the sales men that we were dealing with months back (yes it’s taken us month’s to decide) advised that they thought it was over-rated and over-priced and we just weren’t sold on the whole sleep number route. When it comes to big purchases I stick with ‘doubt means don’t’.

So we didn’t go with the free base because it was not only basic but it only adjusted the head portion. We went with the Leggett and Platt 100 Series II Adjustable Base which is way more awesome! 😉 We are so happy with our purchase. It’s fresh and new so I’ll perhaps touch back with a good review in a month or so if You’d all like but, I truly believe we made a good purchase here that we will be happy with for quite a few years. We’ve officially moved from a Queen to a King per the hubs request!

 

This Mother & Daughter Journal has been one of the best Valentine’s Day Gifts for our Sweet Girl. I have been so in love with sharing our hearts in this very special and new way. It’s a keepsake she will be able to have with her for like ever and it’s just really the sweetest thing. It has pages for her and pages for me and it’s just a real sweet way for us to connect as we are both loving it! Purchase (( here )) 

 

 

This verse has been in my heart this week and one of my favorites of all time. Joshua 1:9

 

Well, that’s all for now my friends, I hope you all have a great weekend and I hope I feel completely better come Monday!

Hello Gorgeous & . . .

I hope you all had a fantastic week! It’s been a busy and long beautiful week filled with so much love and goodness and for that I am thankful. Thank you Jesus!

Sending lots of Prayers to Florida Families this week!

And I had a chance to watch some of the Winter Olympics and I just feel so American. So proud to be an American! #WinterOlympics2018

 

Will and I were able to take the day off to enjoy each other. We love day dates. We did such a good job of savoring that extra special togetherness even when the kids came home. It was such a sweet, sweet day.

Will arranged the day for us, and we tried a little something new – Salt Therapy! It was awesome to say the least! Purifying, detoxifying and so, relaxing.

Needless to say I enjoyed my day with my love. You know what I love most about Will and our love? I never had to be anything but me and he just loves me. I’m enough, just me and he loves me – such a gift! I shared that with him in the Salt Room and he says that’s why our love has been so strong and so blessed and so pure. Goodness Gracious I LOVE HIM! Forever grateful for our love. It was such a HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY!

Our first Salt Therapy Session was enjoyed at The Salt Room it was such a clean and inviting atmosphere and the owner provided such generous and gracious service. It’s a place that is not only good for your well being but a small business you’d love to support and enjoy being apart of! I highly recommend.

That night, we enjoyed dinner together with the family snuggled near the fireplace, the kids opened their gifts, and just enjoyed the time being around each other. I legit snuggled Will like all night! It was the best.

 

 

• This Cozy Mock Neck Sweater ((here)) is so lush & soft and a Perfect Spring Transitional Sweater!
• Matte Black Sunglasses ((here)) totally crushing on these!
• Blue/Green Aviators from Amazon ((here)) just ordered them because well I kind of have a thing for sunglasses. 
• Leopard Crisscross Block Heel Sandal ((here)) I think I may pull the trigger on these as they are so my style and could go with quite a bit!
• Steve Madden Leopard Ankle Strap Shoe ((here)) I like this but not sure. They remind me of the mule trend that’s going around but has a strap for security because quite frankly – I’m to clumpbsy for open mules! So considering especially at 40% off (here)
• Steve Madden Molly Leopard Bootie ((here)) is pretty femme & chic
• AFRM Studded Moto Jacket ((here)) totally crushing on this in camo, it also comes in leopard
• Wayf Dresses are just so ‘Romantical’ and Femme’ to me! ((here)) I love just throwing on a beautiful dress.
• I got this little Diamond Tennis Bracelet for Valentine’s Day ((here)) it’s on sale & it’s beautiful. Simple & Elegant from Zales – and you can take another 20% off today online.
• These Matte MAC Mini’s are a few of my faves for sure! I love Russian Red – a blue red, Mehr – a blue pink & Velvet Teddy – the perfect nude. ((here)) 

 

 

Special little messages from my sweet honey girl were a favorite of mine this week! She loves to send me emails and iChat messages and this was one of my faves this week.

She also came up to me this week and said Mommy, I want to tell you something that will make you happy! I said oh yeah – let me hear it. She said all of my friends at school say they wish you were their mom or I’m so lucky to have you as my mom and your mom is so nice and your mom is so pretty. Stuff like that! I said oh that’s sweet, I remember people would always say how pretty my mom was and I remember telling her things like that when I was a kid. Little moments like that are just precious!  #bringingupgirls

 

 

Am I the only one that craves a good stripe sweater, tee or, blouse when spring is near!

 

1. Metallic Gold Stripe Blouse ((here)) – love the gold metallic detail on this blouse!
2. Trouve Sheer Stripe Blue Blouse ((here))
3. Stripe Peplum Tee ((here))
4. Wallis Chevron Pink Stripe Sweater ((here))
5. Ruffle Stripe Longsleeve Tee ((here))

 

Oh My Lanta, So personal I know but I will never forget the first time I had an ingrown hair it was two years ago and I was spazzing out. It was in my bikini line and I was just so concerned. I finally shared the info with my hubs and he nonchalantly shared ‘oh it’s just an ingrown hair’ so off to research I went and I found that I could apply tea tree oil to the area and it would help reduce the inflammation. If you struggle with ingrown hairs at all, I highly recommend! You can purchase ((here)) enter Member ID 3048455 

 

                 

 

Hello My Beautiful Friends,

I am SMILING because it’s Friyay! So excited that the weekend is here.

Now it’s time for my Five Friday Favorites!

Can you believe Valentine’s Day is this coming week! I have yet to secure gifts for the kids and puppy and the Hubby wants ‘ME’ he said – I mean really isn’t he the BEST! So he will get a full dose of His Sweet Honey Valentine that day!

 

First Up I’m sharing a few of my favorite picks for Valentine’s “Day” attire.

Will and I have the day off together and I am going to lounge around in one of these comfies along with my favorite Zella leggings ((here)) & Nike’s of course – I just ordered ((these)) in Black on Black, they arrived yesterday.

So I’ve listed a link for 15% off your first ILY Couture purchase below.

ILY Couture they also have a MOM Life is the Best Life Tee that I’ve been crushing on!

15% off your 1st ILY Couture Purchase ((here)).

 

Speaking of Valentine’s Day, I was so excited about the Cards that our Basketball Team’s made on Saturday. I packaged up and sent off 18 Valentine’s Day Cards for the Kids. It was such a joy to see all the awesome colors and special messages shared from each of the kids that made one!  .. Here is a glimpse of a few of them!

I mentioned last week how our Son Will had his last game & They won! It was a fun game as My Husband coached against His Brother and My Son played against His Cousin. Here is a pic of the Will’s & Rob’s post-game!

Will has enjoyed coaching not only his son but every single one of these young men!

Here is a pic of the boys and their medals postgame!

Speaking of the love of coaching, I have LOVED coaching this Little Lady Baller.

Though she be but little she is fierce. I am most impressed with her hustle this year. She has grown so much in the game and her defense is probably my favorite!  

We had such a fun time at the Pizza Party with all these kids this past weekend.

These kids are such awesome little people!

 

 

• My Son, loves Science so this Microscope Kit ((here)) along with the Microscope Slide Kit ((here)) are perfect!
• Between Mom & Me – Mommy & Son Journal ((here))
• This Hoop is in my son’s room – on the wall actually ((here))
• Just between us – Mommy & Daughter Journal ((here))
• Unicorn Headband & Rainbow Tutu ((here)) & Unicorn ((here))
• Unicorn Coloring book ((here)) with Fine Point Pen’s ((here))
• Watch Ya’ Mouth Family Edition ((here)) – will be perfect for Valentine’s Day Eve.

 

We really enjoyed watching Will perform the Merengue dance at his school!

He can be such a shy guy at times but HE DID SUCH AN AMAZING JOB with this dance. He mentioned how some of his friends said they just look down at the stage because they are so nervous but he loved looking out and smiling with people as it calmed him. 

 

We also signed this girl up for dance and seeing her back in dance class just excites me! These two dancers were highlights from the week for sure!!

Well, have a great weekend!

HAPPY FRIDAY!

Hello Ladies, it’s been a good week and for that my heart is glad. I hope you are all having a wonderful week as well. Looking forward to the weekend with family and friends for sure! Below are this weeks Friday Fave’s!

LUSH ROLL TAB SLEEVE TOP = LOVE!

I love this Perfect Roll Tab Sleeve Top period. I have it in multiple colors and I love every single one of them. You can wear it to dress up Jeans, Leggings, Midi Skirts. It tucks in so well. I seen this Fall Leaf  color (here) & added it to my shopping bag right away as this Color is definitely trending for me via Spring!

 

VALENTINE’S DAY GIFT IDEA’S FOR THE MR.

SHOPPING LINKS LISTED BELOW >>

• Papa Bear Coffee Mug (here)
• Jack Black Hand Healer Lotion (here)
• Lanolips (here) – Will always is reaching for this from my nighstand!  
• Jack Black Beard Oil (here) 
• Nerf Gun (here) & Additional Ammunition (here) – What man doesn’t love a Nerf Gun! RFID Wallet (here)
• Turtle Caramel Chocolates (here) 
• Personalized Cuff Links (here) love these ones also (here)
• Bluetooth In-Ear Headphones (here)
• Fitbit Ionic Watch (here) – Will loves this! 
• Leather Gloves (here) 
•  Acqua di Gio pour Homme (here)

 

(found these on etsy (here) – sweatshirt & t-shirt)

In the United States, the month of February is observed as Black History Month or National African American History Month, and we use the month to remember the important contributions and achievements of African Americans throughout our nation’s history. The celebration can be felt nationally and worldwide as many organizations, cities, states and countries host events that educate on the rich culture, and memorable figures of African American history. As a new month of remembrance begins, let’s consider the important reasons why Black History Month is observed each year.

 

GUYS NIGHT OUT!

This was two weeks ago but Will shared these pics with me from that night. Both of my guys enjoyed their first hockey game together  but agreed that they enjoyed the Guy Time and just hanging out more than anything! Yes – even the Hockey Fight on Ice! 😉

 

1. Mirrored Heart Sunglasses (here) $14
2. Le Specs Subdimension Sunglasses (here) $59
3. Chain Trim Round Sunglasses (here) $14 >> dupe for these $1105 one’s (here)
4. Flat Brow Bar Geometric Sunglasses (here) $14
5. Outline Aviator Sunglasses (here) $24 >> dupe for these $545 one’s (here)
6. Futuristic Metal Cateye Sunglasses (here) $24 #trending

 

HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!!!

 

Hello Gorgeous!

 

Hope this week finds you healthy & happy! Today is my first official What’s Up Wednesday of 2018 & it’s officially the last day of the first month of 2018 – eek! Time just flies. One Wednesday a month I share random and fun ‘What Up’s’ in our life hence the What’s Up Wednesday theme! So here is to my first WUW.. .. ..

 

MONDAY | Angel Hair Pasta with Blush Meat Sauce aside Butter Dill Green Beans

TUESDAY | We dined out at Culvers. We went to the St. Cat’s Boys Basketball game so we just picked up something on the go!

WEDNESDAY | Sirloin Roast with Potatoes & Carrots aside Homemade Cornbread

THURSDAY | Taco’s & Pink Beans

FRIDAY | Baked Tilapia & A Garden Salad (optional: Baked Potato with Sea Salt)

SATURDAY| Rocky Rococo’s Pizza (Pizza Party)

SUPERBOWL SUNDAY| I think we are going to have a Mini Puerto-Rican Feast. We originally were going to graze on stuff like Coconut Shrimp, Sausage & Cheese Platter, Cocktail Meatballs, Queso & Chips, Brownies & Pulled BBQ Pork Sandwhiches with our fave Kruncher’s Sweet Hawaiian Onion Chips but since then Will and I changed our pace towards more of a Latin layout.

 

I honestly haven’t been reminiscing about much but I have been considering how I have grown so much from going through so much and I have just had an overwhelming peace.

 

I also think we have been so busy and full of the goodness of life that I am more focused on the “NOW” and “Looking Ahead” so much to look forward to. More of that #CarpeDiem (seize the day) mindset.

 

Living Life Everyday to the Fullest! #CarpeDiem

 

I know it’s kind of far off but I can’t help but think about how cold spring is. I think we have either 49 or 48 days until spring but spring here in WI is still typically so chilly, cold & rainy! Other than that nothing else is really on a dread list!

 

 

WORK. WORK. WORK.

I have been working a lot at Work! Haha! Finally caught up and it feels so good!

 

 

This weekend we are hosting a little Pizza Party for our Boys & Girl’s Basketball Teams that we coached this year, to celebrate the end of the season. I am excited to have our teams color cards for hospitalized kids. . .

Cards for Hospitalized Kids(CFHK) is an internationally recognized charitable organization that spreads hope, joy & magic to hospitalized kids across America through uplifting, handmade cards.

Anyone can get involved with us, from anywhere. Individuals and groups across the United States, and world, donate time and creativity to make handmade cards and send them to us for distribution in hospitals and Ronald McDonald Houses across the nation.

Over 100,000 kids in hospitals in all 50 states have received cards from this organization. You can also get involved and help brighten the days of as many hospitalized kids as possible. More Info: (www.cardsforhospitalizedkids.com)

 

 

READING

I haven’t been reading much still 😦 we have been busy ya’ll! But I was sharing with Will how I miss my time to read and how I want to have that time with the kids where we are just reading outside of their 20minutes a day. He had the most fantabulous idea!

READING IDEA FROM THE HUBBS. . .

He said we should book 1-2 hours a week where we take the kids to a coffee shop we all bring a book and we just read! I mean what a sweet idea! I love little things like this. He was so not a reader a year ago ya’ll. I think he was kind of ‘into’ how the kids and I were so ‘in’ to books & reading! #thisexcitesme #loveUS

WATCHING

We have been watching The Brave! (love that show) 911, is… so-so I’m watching it but not sure if I ‘love’ it yet and same with The Four, I’m watching it but not sure I’m all in quite yet.

My Husband watches This is US but quite honestly I’m not so attached to it for some reason!?! Is something wrong with me?  I maybe loved episodes 1-3 and then it was just okay for me. I do love how Randall is a positive strong African American Male Role on TV but Kev is so dramatic and I don’t connect with him and Kate also is some what the same.

 

 

I have been listening to Mariah Carey & Bruno Mars… but mostly all my Mariah Carey!

 

 

This Flare Sleeve Sweater Dress by Cotton Emporium (here) is so amazingly comfortable and the color is so juicy! Highly Recommend + it’s 40% off currently! So I also snagged it in Burgundy – but have yet to wear this one. Paired Well with the Steve Madden Molly Leopard Bootie (here)

 

 

I have mentioned to you before that I love Zella Live in Leggings and I do! I just purchased the Zella Live-In High Waist Leggings (here) in a laminate faux leather as well as the Zella Autumn High Waist Moto Ankle Leggings (here) in Grey Graphite. They have a pretty Coral Color also but I opted for the Grey which are also 40% off right now!

& I have kinda been slightly obessesed with Sweatshirts. Here are a few of my faves as of lately Track Club (here) Rolling Stones Sweatshirt (here) Run DMC Sweatshirt (here)

 

 

Watching our little man play in his last game of city league basketball & a Pizza Party with both of the Teams we coached this year. I am so proud of our girls, We ended the season ‘UNDEFEATED’ and we got them little trophies for Saturday’s Party! I’m excited to present the trophies to each of these sweet girls. (missing one of my girls in this pic) 😦

In everything you do, put God first, and he will direct you

& crown your efforts with success. Proverbs 3:6

 

 

Sofia will have her stitches removed this coming Monday from her procedure last week and we are pumped to give her a bath & to not have her in the ‘cone’ so much!

I put one of Mackenzie’s tank tops on her this week when we were home to help with the disturbance of that cone 😦 🙂 haha, and she was actually pretty cute in it! haha. So looking forward to that!

Happy Friday My Beautiful Friends,

Today my five faves cover a little array of different topics. I hope you enjoy what I have to share with you all today & have an enjoyable weekend planned. I’m hoping to find sometime to just be HOME & Snuggle with the family.

 

First Up I’m sharing my Favorite Savory Casserole.

My family isn’t huge on casseroles but they love this one!

 

A lady in Red Lipstick can rule the world.

I do feel like such a #GIRLBOSS when I wear Red Lipstick!

Here are my favorite Red Lipsticks, With Valentine’s Day just around the corner now is the perfect time to buy a juicy red lippie! You can shop my faves via the links below.

 MAC Russian Red (here)

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Fire & Ice (here)

MAC Ruby Woo (here)

This week our Sweet Sofia Reign had surgery. She was spayed and had two baby teeth removed on Monday morning. The pic on the left is her that morning. She had no real clue what was coming her way although we told her quite a bit that weekend prior. She is recovering well, thankfully! She’s is not really into being restricted to the life she’s become so accustom to yet she is doing a fantastic job & healing well. I miss being able to snuggle her like a baby. She will have the cone on for 14 days so lots of floor time is on our schedule while here at Home Sweet Home. The pic on the left is her post surgery.

So prayers for a continued successful healing would be greatly appreciated!

We got a home phone! Thanks to my friend Lynne, she referred us to the MagicJack – GO which is like so affordable and well just pure genius! We can now have the children give our home phone number to their friends rather than tying up our cell phones! 😉

I highly suggest if you are looking to possibly invest in a home phone that you consider weighing this MagicJack – GO option as it’s effective, affordable and again – just makes sense.

So we paired that with the AT&T EL52203 DECT 6.0 2-Handset Cordless Answering System with Caller ID/Call Waiting Phones and I kind of can’t believe we have a home phone again. I think it’s better to have rather than to not so go check out the MagicJack-Go (here) & thank me later!

 

I’m just plain excited that it’s Friyay! I am looking forward to some Basketball and Church and lots and lots of snuggling with my honey love & the babies – although they aren’t so baby anymore. I am thinking also that I am going to clear out/purge our basement in our spare time this weekend. Our storage space down there really needs a good declutter and when you have the urge to purge you just have to do it.

I ordered a bag/box from ThredUp for the first time and I’m going to set a few items aside to see how that goes however I plan to donate most of it & just feel so good about it.

Let me know if any of you have signed up and used ThredUp and if you liked it or not. I am thinking that I may not host our annual rummage this year and just do this and donations. But we shall see – I’ll plan to keep you all updated on it!

 

Well, Have a great weekend!

 

XOXO,