Besides style and beauty, there are so many ways to elevate your everyday lifestyle with a touch of luxe. Whether it’s a updating a space in your home, creating a new family tradition, or even finding a new great read, I got you covered. And if you are looking on advice, experiences and suggestions on motherhood, I dish it all out here.
I love to buy clothes. Whether it is shopping for me, my family, or gifts for my friends, I straight out enjoy buying. But like most people, I also have a budget so that calls for creative and innovative ways to purchase high quality designer clothes at discount and sale prices. I remember in 4th… Read More How I Stopped Paying Full Price for Clothes: 4 Simple Shopping Tips
Summer is here! For my family and I, that means a ton of time spent by the water. Be it a pool, lake, or the ocean, we love to stay cool splashing around. Before we head out to our destination, I always pack these 6 items to guarantee a good time by the water. Take… Read More My Summer Pool Bag Essentials
My husband is gone a lot. His job requires him to travel internationally and nationally multiple times throughout the year. I was used to this crazy schedule when it was just the two of us. But after we had kids, the time when he was away was really difficult for me. Those first few work… Read More 3 Tips To Survive Solo Parenting While Your Spouse Travels For Work
Memorial Day Weekend is upon us and that means it is the official summer kick-off for outdoor bbq’s, happy hours, parties, and celebrations. But just because the festivities have moved outside does not mean one has to resort to using drab disposable dinnerware while entertaining. Meet the outdoor host’s new best friend; melamine dinner and… Read More 3 Outdoor Dining Tablescape Ideas for the Perfect Summer Table
For the past few weeks, my 6 year old daughter has asked me this question almost daily. “Is it hard?” “Are you tired?” “Is it fun?” “What do you do all day when I’m at school?” And my personal favorite, “Does is hurt?” I am intrigued by her sudden curiosity about motherhood and with Mother’s… Read More What Is It Like To Be A Mom?
We have been in our new house for exactly two months. My goal, when we moved in, was to have the guest bedrooms fully furnished and decorated before summer began. Well, I am proud to say Mission Accomplished!! The first bedroom was easy to put together. Most of the furniture and decor came from the… Read More A Modern Mid-Century Guest Bedroom Reveal
Nothing ruins an outside picnic or bbq more than an attack of buzzing flies and biting mosquitoes. Pulling out a bottle of bug spray and spreading pesticide all over your living and eating area is always an option. But I urge you to try a natural alternative by planting some of these 12 amazing bug… Read More 12 Amazing Bug & Mosquito Repellent Plants
Holiday dinners are one of my favorite times to get together with friends and family. Laughing, talking, and sharing stories over good food and drink is such a treasure to me. So when I host a holiday meal, I do a lot of menu planning and prepping to make sure everything tastes delicious. Normally, side… Read More Delicious Easter Side Dishes
I am a firm believer that one is never too old to get an Easter basket. But sometimes finding fun basket ideas and stuffers for older children can be difficult. Candy and chocolate are always a hit but there are plenty of other non-sugar options out there. Here are 4 awesome Easter Basket Ideas that… Read More 4 Awesome Easter Basket Ideas that Older Kids & Tweens Will Love
A little black dress (LBD) is one of the most versatile pieces of clothing a woman can have in her closet. This simple dress can go from brunch to date night, office meeting to office party, or sleek and elegant to eclectic and funky with just a few changes in accessories. To find easy and… Read More The LBD Easter Edition: 4 Ways to Style this Wardrobe Staple for Spring