I wanted to kick off the year in posts with something OTHER than resolutions. We hear about resolutions ALL the time. I may still touch on the topic of resolutions, but I know one topic everyone here loves: FASHION! So I'm starting the year off with wardrobe essentials. If you plan on doing any decluttering and closet reorganization for the new year and want to start with a clean slate for your wardrobe, here is my list of things you need in … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Peach Cobbler Tini
Life's busy. Especially if we're making the bird for Thanksgiving, right? I'm doing Thanksgiving this year. And guess what cocktail I'll be serving? This. It's fall. Any kind of cobbler I think of fall. And the spices in it totally scream fall dessert and fall flavors. One of my friends tasted it and she said it tasted like Christmas! This easy and super yummy recipe came from Chef. Yup. That's what we call him. Chef. As simple as this … [Read more...]
Eat This: 2 Ingredient No Carb Pasta
I said no way. She said way. I said prove it. She said ok. And that's what happened. And it was amazing. My apologies for not incredible presentation pictures. I rushed to grab my camera as this was going down halfway through it, and when it was complete and I wanted to grab more photos, her response was, "SERIOUSLY MOM?". She was ready to eat, and she devoured it in no time. No Carb Pasta 1 c. Shredded mozzarella … [Read more...]
Flashback on Fashion: Night Fever From Funk to Disco
Have you ever come across something you totally did not expect but it blew your mind with happiness? Such was the case with my recent visit to the Dallas Galleria Mall. I was there for a weekend getaway with my family for our traditional OU vs TX football trip, staying at the Westin, and we pull up and I see a sign that said "fashion exhibition". I said wait what? Sure enough, I looked closer and be still my heart. It was an art exhibition … [Read more...]
Birth and Fertility – A New Infertility Option and My Personal Story
Today, we’re going to get a bit personal. You’re going to learn some things about me, about my history, and hopefully, I’ll be sharing something that can change people’s lives. There’s nothing more empty feeling than that of a couple wanting to have a baby and not being able to conceive. This was a fear I always had in the back of my mind. My mother was unable to keep anything in her body once it was fertilized. Her doctor said she had … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Banana Split Cocktails
Those national days of the week got me like :D. I really don't pay attention to them because most seem to be outrageous, but I do like to have fun with them as they can apply to what we do here. Today happens to be TWO different days. Today is National Whiskey Sour Day, and it is also National Banana Split Day. What's a girl to do? Well since I've already shared the Whiskey Sour once HERE, I thought we'd have fun and have Banana Split … [Read more...]
The Truth About Back To School: A Mom’s Perspective
This is going to be a straight talk session I'm going to have with you and what I feel like back to school feels like for us moms. No nonsense. Straight talk about back to school, the good the bad and the ugly, and letting go. Grab some Kleenex and a cocktail. Things about to get real. This post reflects my personal feelings and my experiences. And I believe as parents we do the best we know to do. That is all we can do. Right? The truth … [Read more...]
Water and Weight Loss: They Go Together
I'm still on this mission (my forever mission, being that vertically challenged one that I am!) to shed those few pounds I gained this summer. I'm exploring everything that will make this not only easier for me but healthier as well. Would you ever think water and weight loss go hand in hand? 1% of water could make a big difference in your overall self actually. If you're trying to lose weight or want to eat healthier, drinking a little more … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Sangria Cubes
Turn any drink into a fun fruity drink any time you want by having these ready to go on hand. I made mine literally as I cook, the Greek way. No measurements. I threw what I had together and that was that! Call it Sangria for one? Why not! These are the bomb! Weeks later.... Sangria Cubes Crisp Red Wine Strawberries Blackberries Peaches Sugar In typical Greek style, I did … [Read more...]
Wear This: Who What Wear Collection for Target
This last week our temperatures dropped quite a bit and Saturday was gray and cool with rain. Very unlike mid-August for Oklahoma for sure. It put me in the mood for fall shopping. Plus I wanted to get a jump start on the new Who What Wear Collection for Target. I've been slowly adding pieces to my wardrobe from their collections and I have to say, I REALLY love them. If you're looking for current and stylish, day to night, office to date … [Read more...]
No Carb Taco Lettuce Wraps
It's no secret if you haven't seen by now, I'm really focused and working on shifting my diet to a lower carb life. It's trickling down to my family and it's exciting to see the results we're getting. So as I've been planning meals, a Taco Tuesday thought was one that came up. And I immediately thought how much I love Pei Wei lettuce wraps, and I thought, I could do the same concept with tacos. Duh? Genius. Well, sometimes the most … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Strawberry Pom Mojitos
Oh happy summer! It's not quite over, but we're moving on the out. I'm still enjoying cold refreshing fruity drinks. Personally, I could drink these all year long, but this one will hit the spot any hot August day. Bring on some fruity berry minty refreshing goodness! Come to momma! This Strawberry Pom Mojito will hit the spot with your friends, it has ingredients that you can have on hand almost always, and it's easy to make. … [Read more...]
My Favorite Highlighters To Glow All Year
We don't have to be in the summer months to glow. As much as I try to hang on to summer for as long as I can, I will always always want to reach for that golden glow. When you can't get the sun, go for the highlighters right? It's about how the light hits our face and gives us that "been in the sun" glow... even if we don't have that golden been-to-the-tropics tan! LOL! I'm going to share some pictures with you so you can see more of … [Read more...]
Wear This: Not So Basic White Shirt With Banana Republic
I am a sucker for a LBD, great classic jeans, a BWT (basic white tee), and I love love love a great crisp white shirt. You can never go wrong and it's another one of those must haves to have a basic crisp white shirt. But, being that I'm the fashionista that I am and love things that have unique detail and style, I love all things "not so basic". Meet this shirt you MUST have from Banana Republic. This crisp white shirt is business in the … [Read more...]
3 Days Left for the NSale!
Yes yes yes.... another Nordstrom Anniversary Sale post coming at you yet AGAIN. Here's why I'm sharing this, and TODAY of all days. It's tax-free weekend. Depending on what you're wanting, be SMART. Is it worth it to battle the lines, the traffic, the crazies in the parking lots? Is it worth it? If you can find a good deal with free shipping, doesn't it make it worth your while to shop from your pjs? I say YES! Know what you're … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: The Lucatini – Luca, Grand Cayman
One of the fun parts of traveling is trying fun signature cocktails from amazing restaurants on my journeys. I've shared some in the past before. You can see a few HERE and HERE. Today I'm sharing the Lucatini, from one of my favorite restaurants in Grand Cayman; Luca. https://youtu.be/xfiNqWQSiPA The Lucatini 2 parts vodka 1 part Aperol 1 part Passion Fruit Liquor Prosecco Shake the first three ingredients in a shaker … [Read more...]
Wear This: Basic White Tee (and a link up!)
It's no secret that if you've ever noticed a pattern in my posts on my Instagram or even here on the blog, one of the things you'd spot the most is a basic white tee. I can't ever get enough of them. We all have heard of the LBD (the Little Black Dress), so I consider this like that, but the BWT (Basic White Tee)! Here are real life pictures selfies of me wearing my basic white tops in real life. I'm always keeping it real with … [Read more...]
Why My Remodeling My Office Is Important For You
Laptops have contributed to my demise this past year or so. I am coming clean and admitting it. They say admitting your problem is the frist step, right? HA! I haven't really had a "problem" per se, but I had some health issues and a bit of depression with deaths I've had to deal with, so I've been working literally "from bed". Watch my video to understand more of what I'm talking about and what I'm doing... but listen CLOSELY because … [Read more...]
Wear This: Basic Pico Dress
Bring on the 100 degree heat. Bring on the long summer days. As long as I have my pico dress, I'm set! You've heard me talk about Lush Fashion Lounge quite a bit, and that's because they have some of my favorite stylish looks, they're on trend, and they're smartly priced. It's a locally owned place by a darling boss babe, but her online store is beyond extensive. See my most recent look from Lush HERE. So now back to this … [Read more...]
5 Ways To Get Your Diet Game Back On Track
This summer has been extremely challenging for me when it comes to food and diet. It's no secret that I am vertically challenged and this is always an issue for me. It always has been and it always will be. I can gain 5 pounds just by looking at food so it doesn't take very much for me to gain weight. The hard part is that it shows so easy. Love being a shorty! You already know that I have been traveling most of the summer and I have … [Read more...]