It's finally starting to feel like Summer and I am here for it. After all the craziness of Spring, we're ready to get outside, enjoy the sun and spend some time together. We love going to the pool, but we enjoy setting up a water day at home, listening to music and grilling out. It's our favorite way to spend our Summer days. I went to Dollar General recently to grab some new water day toys for the girls. You may remember I got this pineapple water sprinkler there last year. This year I grabbed a slip and slide, some water balloons and some new beach towels. I got the girls a couple of swimsuits at DG last year, and they're still going strong for this summer. You can't have a summer ... read more
Memorial Day Meal Ideas
Happy Friday! So excited for the long Memorial Day weekend ahead. This weekend always holds a special place in my heart because we got married over Memorial Day weekend. It was so fun and I'm excited to celebrate our anniversary. But, we do always take time on Monday for the Memorial Day fun by grilling out and enjoying being outside! Now that the weekend is here, you may be planning out your menu and doing your grocery shopping. If you want more than the typical grilling out burgers and hot dogs I'm sharing some other great ideas below. Don't get me wrong, I definitely like those things, but a lot of the time I just like to mix it up. Well, for example one of the recipes below is a ... read more
The Benefits Of A Jade Roller And Why You Should Use One
Since spending more time at home, I have been feeling the need to have a little time to myself. One way I have been doing this is upping my skincare game. Well really just focusing on actually doing it every night. It's the time I can shut myself into the bathroom and go through my routine in the peace and quiet. It only takes a few minutes, but it's just so relaxing. I actually got my jade roller for Christmas, but hadn't really used used it much...Until now anyway. I started incorporating it a couple months ago and it's amazing. I use it to massage my moisturizer into my skin and have found it to be more relaxing and beneficial than just using my hands. Since incorporating the jade ... read more
Friday Favorites | 9 Spring Date Ideas
With everything going on these days the idea of going on a 'Real Date' sounds amazing. We've been lock up and dying to get out. But, then I started thinking, what does a 'Real Date' mean? I think of it as a going out at night, with NO KIDS for dinner and drinks, or catching a movie then going for drinks after, etc...you get the idea. I've been thinking about how we've haven't been able to do this. But, it got me thinking about how we spend our time together, and the little dates we sneak in. SOOOO, here's our little trick, we sneak in an hour here and there for mini dates, just some one-on-one time. I always take these little moments for granted and forget to appreciate these times and ... read more
Why You Should Be Using A Microfiber Cloth With Your Skincare Routine
I've been using microfiber cloths with my skincare routine for a few years now. I know they have been around for quite a while now, and I actually started out using them for cleaning. However, now we're seeing it more and more for skincare. So why should you be using a microfiber cloth with your skincare routine? The reason is because of their antibacterial properties, as well as being gentle on the skin. A microfiber cloth naturally kills bacteria, absorbs dirt, grime and oil without the use of chemicals. They can also be used to remove makeup and to exfoliate the skin, leaving it smooth, soft and glowing. If you haven't used microfiber cloth to wash your face before, here are a few ... read more
Mom Life Madness + How I’m Keeping It All Together
Most of my posts tend to be more straight forward about a product, outfit, accessory, etc...But, I wanted to try something a little different. I'm going to talk REAL, TRUE mom Life. There is this misconception of Moms who blog (and really blogging in general) and I wanted to take a moment to share what life is really like...Life behind the squares if you will. I have to say it use to be a little more difficult because I was a full-time ICU nurse, I blog full time + I am a wife and mother. I am not longer working in the ICU, but have added my makeup business, as well as working part time as a nurse injector. I'm asked all the time how I keep up with it all, and naturally my first response ... read more
Friday Favorites | Workout Routine + 5 Tips for Staying Motivated
Does anyone else get motivated to work out just by having a cute outfit to workout in? You're right, it doesn't really make a difference for me either, especially now that altheisure is so in. With that said, it may not motivate me, but I do love to look cute and feel supported when I workout. Lately my favorite thing to wear are longer sports bra's or cropped tops with high waist leggings. Which, to be honest is new for me, but it has been keeping me cooler while running outside or working out at home. But honestly, I wear a mix of things so I thought I'd share a few of my tried and true favorites, what I've been doing for my workout and 5 tips for staying motivated. Favorite Workout ... read more
6 Skincare Steps To Maintain Youthful Skin
Most people have a lot of stresses in their lives. From debt to working long hours at work, maybe working a side hustle and maybe all while keeping up with your family and their lives. This leads to tired eyes and premature, or working wrinkles. More and more people are turning to filters and editing techniques to create a better appearance, but honestly it starts with a few simple things to get your skin on track. Here is a list of 6 things you can start today to maintain youthful skin, a healthy glow, or to help get some of that back. 6 Skincare Steps To Maintain Youthful Skin 1. Use sunblock every day. The absolute best thing you can do for your skin, especially your face, is using no ... read more
Friday Favorites | Stay At Home Favorites
We made it to the weekend once again! It's suppose to be a little cool this and cloudy today, so it will be another day inside. We also got word yesterday that they're increasing our stay at home order for another few weeks. So we'll now be home until the middle of May. What about you, are you in the same boat? Since we're spending so much time at home, I thought I'd share my stay at home favorites that have been getting me through. Stay At Home Favorites Nespresso coffee bar I have had this for quite some time and it's seriously the best. It makes such great coffee and espresso, but it's also so easy. If you ask any of my friends or family, I almost never go to Starbucks any more because ... read more
When Lip Injections Go Wrong, What Can I Do?
Several years ago, Kylie Jenner kicked off this huge trend for one cosmetic procedure, lip injections. There has been a huge increase in the amount of girls trying to achieve the same look. These days, having a perfect full pout seems like a must. I'll be honest, I have had my lips done several times and definitely want to keep them up. But, as a Nurse Injector, there are complications that can occur. I'm here to talk about what to do when lip injections go wrong. What if you're one of the millions of people that have also chosen to get your own lips done. You saved up, asked around for recommendations, or even found someone that was more affordable than others. You went to your ... read more