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I have been focusing a lot on back to school, since it's that time of year. But, I want to switch gears because it's also back to sports season. We love Academy Sports + Outdoors because we can grab everything we need. From clothes (see here from a few years ago), shoes, sports and outdoors gear all at an affordable price. So I'm teaming up with them today to share my tips and tricks to making that time between school and getting to practice or games go a little smoother. The days we have practice after school are always such a whirlwind. We go straight from school to practice, are there for several hours and don't get home until about 8pm. If your kids are older and playing a school sport, ... read more

I don't know about you, but my kids are pretty picky eaters. They only eat a few things, so mixing up lunches isn't a real option for me. I mean, really they only eat about 5 things plus a few sides. I have the hardest time coming up with new ideas so I'm going to you all for help! I'd love to hear some of your tips and tricks to get your picky eaters to branch out, try new things and keep their appetites wanting fresh new things! Here's what I mean, Aria has taken a peanut butter sandwich almost every day for lunch for the past six and half months. Her preschool did have a few days within a 4-week meal plan that she'd eat there, but that was about one meal a week. Now that school is in ... read more

Let's face it, there's nothing worse than seeing kids struggle, fail at something or testing limits and not succeeding. As a Mom, seeing a child be upset is one of the hardest things to watch. We're always picking up a fallen toy or offering something to a crying child...it'a human nature to offer a helping a hand. Don't get me wrong, I appreciate the help and the offer to make things a little better or easier. But, for the sake of our children...Please stop rescuing them. Here's what mean. My kids are smart. They know who they are around, what they can get away with and act differently around different people. They know whining and fussing gets what they want some places, and in not in ... read more

  I feel like animal print, especially leopard, has been a closet staple for as long as I can remember. I have alway been a love of the print. Growing up I can remember wearing the print was a loud, bold statement. Like, I would stick out like a sore thumb. It just wasn't as readily worn as it is now. But, things have changed. It's worn so often that it's almost like a neutral color. I pair leopard/cheetah print with almost anything. From tops to dresses and even accessories like shoes, belts and handbags. [ Related Post: 6 Ways To Wear Leopard This Spring ] It's one of the most fun, versatile statement prints to wear and incorporate into your style. But, I get it...it can be a ... read more

https://youtu.be/40A4F591mzk Alright Mama's, next week is the start of school for us. I'm both excited and nervous to send Aria to Kindergarten. I know she's ready...she's smart, kind and such a great helper with other kids at school. But, sending her to a new school, with new kids and teachers and really just her growing up so fast is what has got me feeling all the feels. On the other hand, with the start of school means doing all the fun Back to School stuff. Like shopping, getting supplies and prepping for all the fun things she'll be doing this year. But, beside back to school shopping for your kids, I want you to think about yourself as well. What do you wear to take your kids to ... read more

https://youtu.be/tq36aRRGaL0 You may have noticed in my outfit ideas ideas I do a lot of mixing and matching and layering a knotted tee...over almost everything! I think it's because it's one of the easiest ways to add something to your look without doing a whole lot. Plus I have had a few requests on a tutorial of how to knot your tee and roll your jeans. So this week I'm sharing how to knot your tee and Roll your jean, plus outfit ideas for both! Knotting Your Tee Let's start with the knotted tee. I love this ideas because it's just so simple. It really allows you to maximize your whole closet, and helps you get more wear out of those dresses and jumpsuits. Those often are items you ... read more

Hey Mama's! I hope you had a great weekend! Ours was jammed packed, but so much fun. We had the opportunity to check out the Great Wolf Lodge, which was so fun. If you haven't been before, they now offer single day passes so you can check it out without actually staying overnight in a room! It's great now during Summer, but really cool during the Winter as the majority of the water park is indoors. Anyway, today I'm sharing a really fun post with you about grilling and BBQing. Many of you know I love to cook, and I use to only grill via a gas grill. But, ever since knowing James, we've only had charcoal grills...that's just his style. Prior to a couple of months ago I didn't really have ... read more

This is a sponsored conversation with Dollar General. All thoughts and opinions are my own. There's always this hype about back to school and preparing for it around this time of year. To be honest, it didn't mean much until this year. My oldest is headed to Kindergarten and I'm secretly dying inside. Like how does this happen? How do they grow so fast? I know it's just kindergarten, but it means it's the beginning of her whole life and my Mama heart is starting to get emotional! Haha! I never really understood that whole first day thing, because I don't remember dropping her off at Daycare/Preschool and feeling this way. Were you getting all of these mixed emotions? Anyway, you all ... read more