Alix- can you share more about the chemicals found in "sparkly water" like Topo Chico and La Croix? Can we really not drink our favorite bubbly water anymore? Say it isn't so. OK- there was a new study released about PFAS in bottled water (including sparkling water). Here is a good summary about what PFAS are and why they can be dangerous. We want to be aware of how much exposure we have to … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2021
Pregnancy + Breastfeeding Snack Ideas
PREGNANCY SNACK IDEAS: 1st Trimester: You're likely not feeling 100% and could be experiencing symptoms like nausea and vomiting. For me the first trimester felt like the never ending hangover. You ideally want to choose snacks that combine a carbohydrate and protein and try to eat every 30-90 minutes. While you may not even feel like eating, frequent doses of carbs and protein will actually … [Read more...]
Cammy’s 4th Birthday and Bedroom Reveal
Cam turns 4 on Wednesday and I'm IN AGONY over it. My second boy is not a baby anymore.. like actually confirmed.. and very much a little boy with a mind of his own. Cammy is silly, quirky, passionate, freakishly good at video games, wants to be just like his brother in every sense, and requires little to no sleep.. more on that later. Since the day he was born, he's just been so different … [Read more...]
Happy Hour
I am putting together a gallery wall in my hallway and need thin black frames similar to the ones Heather has in her playroom. Can you link them?! Yes, they are the perfect gallery wall frame in my opinion. Linked here! I'd love to put an olive tree in our house but know they don't thrive inside so I need some faux options. Can you link some you like? I (Heather) found mine at the … [Read more...]
Target Loungewear I’m Loving Right Now
It may not be 2020 anymore, but I'm still living in loungewear...anyone else? Especially being pregnant, I'm finding myself still wanting to be in cozy loungewear while bumming around the house. I have high hopes for jeans making a comeback in 2022 ;) In the meantime I'll be wearing all the comfies. I also don't like spending a lot of $$ on loungewear and you don't have to with stores … [Read more...]
5 Simple Remedies for Dry Winter Skin
Dry skin in the winter is inevitable. Colder temps outside, less humidity in the air, and the use of indoor heating all contribute to drier skin. Whether you're in California or Alaska, we all need to take the proper precautions to protect our skin from the harsh elements of winter, even if you get sunshine and 80 degrees in January (lookin at you, my SoCal girlfriends in your Ugg boots thinking … [Read more...]
Happy Hour
What is the difference between the Lululemon aligns and wunder under pants? I have the aligns, but thinking I want to try the wunder under leggings. Any experience? I own several pairs of both and they are really different. The aligns use their nulu fabric and it's super soft and feels like butter on. I wear these for more low impact and less sweaty workouts like walking, barre, errands, … [Read more...]
The Top 5 Books I Read in 2020
28 SummersThere was a lot of buzz about this book and for good reason. I haven't talked to anyone who read this book and did not devour and love it. The story got my attention from the very beginning and kept me engaged throughout the book. Like most people I've talked to, I flew threw this book having to know the ending. I found myself getting frustrated with the main character at times, but … [Read more...]
My Favorite Amazon Purchases in 2020
There are a few items I use on repeat and reorder over and over again. Some call it their "empties;" things you would rebuy if you ran out. Below are my top Amazon purchases from 2020 that top the list of my "empties." I would rebuy any of these items in a heartbeat if I used it all up or lost the actual item, which I hope never happens. Everything is budget friendly, one of the many reasons why … [Read more...]
Happy Hour
My husband is going on a 9 month deployment in April and I want to get him something to take that will remind him of us every time he sees it. Any ideas? Do men wear bracelets? Like something personalized? Or is that dumb lol? Give me what you got!! Alix and I tried to rack our brains on this one.. are dog tags so overdone in the military?! You could personalize a bar necklace like this or … [Read more...]
