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FRIDAY FAVES | JAN 12

Hello Gorgeous!

Happy Friday! I don’t know where this week went, truly flew by. I woke up on Thursday thinking it was Tuesday, all good things! 😉

So here we are, already here on the 12th day of 2018. Almost putting half of the 1st month behind us. As the years pass it’s clear the days pass so fast. All the sequences of moments that we call ‘now’ are to be seized and made extraordinary. Making the Most of even the Littlest Things and finding new ways to celebrate life, inspire me. Which brings me to my first favorite of the week! My first favorite this week is a phrase believe it or not! It goes along with the vibe of my 2018 in so many ways.

 

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CARPE DIEM

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Carpe Diem (defined): Used to urge someone to make the most of the present time and give little thought to the future.

Now I am a avid planner so I’ve had a good amount of time devoted to planning for this year however I guess I’m so into the Carpe Diem Vibes because I’m loving taking each day as it comes and enjoying every moment! I feel so present in the ‘now’ and so aware and it feels so good to be so mindful and present for all the ‘now’s’.

 

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Erin Condren Planner

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I know I’ve mentioned my love for Erin Condren Planners before on my blog and I still love them. The cover I picked this year is a beautiful watercolor print of THE WORLD and it’s so inspiring to me. Every time I look at it, I am inspired to pray for the world and my desire to travel only increases!

As a Wife, Mother of Two, Blogger and, Full Time Analyst for one of the world’s largest capital goods companies, my days FLY by!

So I find that I rely heavily on pens & paper and yes I totally understand that I would be considered old-school in this aspect but it is what works for me. And I don’t know about you but there is just something amazing and inspiring when I am able to check items off as accomplishments on my to-do lists.

By doing what you love you inspire and awaken the hearts of those around you and this planner really is a great tool that keeps me on track and helps me keep my priorities in perspective so I stay on track of doing what I love day by day!

So with all that said, if you are looking for a great planner, I can personally & highly recommend the Erin Condren Planners (here). This is my third year with them. I love the quality and I save them as they serve as a journal in a great way, recording all of what we’ve done.

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WILL ORTIZ JR.

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This guy here, my first born, my smart guy, my little handsome man is such an amazing person! If there was one thing I could say about him… it would be that his heart is so sweet. He such a kind hearted kid and every moment I have with him is truly a gift. I cherish our talks the most. A lot of people don’t get to enjoy this part of Will as he doesn’t freely share his thoughts with everyone until & if he’s comfortable but oh how I love how he shares his heart with his Momma! I consider it a privilege & an honor and for it I am blessed. When he talks, I am listening! I love him so much and I love loving him. He is growing up on me a little bit! I’m just such a proud Momma Bear. He’s one of my favorites every week but this week, he let me capture these photos so I’m sharing them with you as they are a highlight of my week indeed!

 

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DANCE MOMS

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I am only 5 seasons late, haha! But I have been watching season 5 of Dance Moms on Hulu and I enjoy how it inspires my Mackenzie to dance and create dances of her own when it’s on. It inspires her to be more creative and tap into those talents she has and I just love seeing that come alive in her when we watch this show together!

 

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RANDOM FAVES

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 A few random faves from this past week! A lot of great go to’s!

SHOPPING LINKS >> Lush Bath Bombs (here) Vintage Pink & Gray Wool Rug (here) Snow Cat Ankle Bootie Slippers (hereLanolips (here) Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizer (here) MoraccanOil comes in three different sizes (here) Urban Decay Vice Lippie in Obsessed on SALE for $8.50 + free shipping (here) New Balance Running Shoe (here) Zella Live In Leggings that I live in on the weekends (here)

XOXO

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My Friday Faves|September 8

Friday Favorites

HAPPY FRIDAY FRIENDS!

 

Today I’m sharing Five of My Faves from this week. 

Really looking forward to this weekend! I hope you all enjoy your weekend as well!

 

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HURRICANE RELIEF DONATIONS

My heart – Oh my heart for the victims of these natural disasters. Hurricane Harvey left multitudes in devastation, and Hurricane Irma has also already effected many victims on the Islands and is now fiercely headed for the state-lines. 

The weight of these natural disasters is just an outright tragedy.

Praying for each and every single person that has been abruptly uprooted from their day to day lives, their neighborhoods and everything that made Home, HOME! Also praying for those evacuating the sunshine state praying for safety on all the roadways and extended stays somewhere safe!

Below are a few ways to contribute to the relief if you were looking for a way to donate!

TEXAS FOREVER | #ASHIRTWITHAPURPOSE

For $30 bucks you’ll be making a $26 donation to Hurricane Harvey disaster relief efforts not to mention you will get this shirt from Chip & Jo’s Magnolia Market!

$26 t-shirt + $4 shipping = $30 paid in full

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HOU DAT | #NEWORLEANSHELPSHOUSTON

 Another Shirt, this one is from Fleurty Girl. Houston helped New Orleans during the relief of Hurricane Katrina and now New Orleans is able to help Houston by donating 100% of the proceeds to Feeding Texas – an organization that serves food banks in and throughout the affected areas you may also go directly to the Feeding Texas site to donate as well if you’d prefer, linked (here).

For $24.16 you’ll be making a $20 donation + $4.16 for the USPS First Shipping Option (scroll down a little for this shipping option once to that point as it’s not right on top) for this spunky t-shirt.

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And finally I have a few ways that you may just simply donate.

I would like to first suggest the Samaritan’s Purse you can simply click here, or go to www.samaritanspurse.org. The Samaritan’s Purse is noted to have accomplished a great and many things to contribute to the relief of Harvey and are well known for their help in International Crisis Response.

To donate to Hurricane IRMA relief efforts click ( here )

To donate to Hurricane HARVEY relief efforts click ( here )

And last but not least the simplest way to contribute – would have to be via text. You will just text the word HARVEY to ‘90999‘ to donate $10 to the American Red Cross.

Praying that those who have had their day to day lives ripped right from their grip, are able to put and keep their minds on the things above rather than on the overwhelming circumstances. Trusting that God will make everything beautiful in it’s time. #trust #hope #faithinJesus #wearebettertogether #unitedwestand #america 

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(it is more blessed to give than receive)

 

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MY ERIN CONDREN PLANNER

Now I truly feel as though Erin just get’s me and speaks my Organizational Language – is that a thing? I don’t know if it is but I appreciate it that she just get’s it because to me that was not an easy feat – I’d consider it pure genius actually!

When I open it, I may or my not hear the heaven’s rejoice! haha!

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I LOVE the International Watermarked Print that I selected for 2018, just inspires me in so many ways! The updated leopard print was tempting – however since I already have a leopard one and the covers are interchangeable, I can change them in and out throughout the year if I just so choose. 

She is actually having a sale right now BOGO for the interchangeable covers! So head over to her site and order your 2018 deluxe planner so you can also get a head start on planning and preparing for the awesome year of 2018!

If you are like me, you already have some dates that you need to get down and planned out for 2018 so ordering now is just perfect timing.  🙂  

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I love how the life and inspo is alive inside the planners as well!

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I am loving the gold spiral binding this year also! 

I love this fall tote that I can carry all of my go-to items in, that are needed throughout the work week! I tend to carry a purse and a lunch pack or a tote quite often during the work week and I kind of sort of was ready to change out my taupe one for this black beauty so I’m excited that I found this one for 50% off!

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(phase 3 tote 50% off)

 

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This Humidity Shield by Living Proof has been a saving grace for my crazy lion mane. The humidity can really do a number on my hair. It’s a great lightweight formula that works for many different hair types. I love this stuff honestly & truly.

Humid days are days I always equated to bad hair days or days for braids until I found this stuff! I’m not kidding! So if you are looking for a real Humid Shield that is not only awesome but doesn’t leave your hair stiff or sticky, works great and, is lightweight then this is your new go-to! #thankmelater 

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I now want to try the Living Proof No Frizz Nourshing Oil since I know the Humid Shield worked so well! (currently in my cart).

It can also be found at Ulta.

 

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ESSIE NAIL POLISH | BACHELORETTE BASH 

Mackenzie and I like to agree on a new nail polish each season and to kick off fall we picked ‘Bachelorette Bash‘ by Essie. It’s a juicy fuchsia. We couldn’t fully agree on a color so we had to have the boys weigh in with a vote and this one won! We picked it up last week and have been loving it everyday since – sort of vivacious! 

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My morning routine has to be a favorite of this week as well!

I have been waking up earlier to assure I get that Mommy Me time and there is just something about a crisp fall morning, just speaks life to my soul!

I enjoy a nice warm cup of hot water with two teaspoons of Apple Cider Vinegar and two drops Young Living’s Lemon Essential Oil, (Referral Code: 3048455) during my devotional time.

Followed by a Workout and about 30 minutes of Mommy Me time.

All, before I wake up the crew for the start to their day!

It’s just been such a great way to start my day and I’m really enjoying it!

 

That wraps up my favorites this week! Hope you all have a fantastic weekend!

 

XOXO

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