I think October is the perfect month for a health challenge. Summer is now behind us and before we know it the holiday season will be here. September always feels hectic with school starting and adjusting to new routines. Come October, I finally feel like we are in a good groove around here. Therefore, I’ve created a 4 week health challenge to help motivate all of us! Each week there will … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2021
Diary of a Stay at Home Mom: My Guilty Confessions
I was chatting with Alix the other day about an article we both read about feelings of guilt as a stay at home mom and we decided that one of us should write about our own feelings and experiences in this area. I told Alix that she should write it. She's in the throes of newborn life, running on little to no sleep, the sole food supply for Kinsley while also raising a moody Kindergartener, a 6 … [Read more...]
Happy Hour
My birthday is coming up and I have no idea what I want! What are your favorite gifts you’ve gotten, either because you asked specifically for it or something you were surprised by but totally love? Our favorite present is our personalized initial necklaces by Maya Brenner. Heather also just got this one she gets complimented on constantly! Now that we are getting back to somewhat normal life, … [Read more...]
Life Lately // Alix
Quinn is settling into Kindergarten and we are easing into a nice fall routine. Our weekends are pretty chill right now because it's just hard with Kinsley to plan a lot, but honestly I'm a homebody and enjoy not having a lot to do on the weekends but workout, grocery shop, cook, watch football, family walks, etc. Here is a little peek into what I'm currently watching, reading, wearing, and … [Read more...]
White After Labor Day: YES IT’S OK
"No white after labor day" can kiss my you know what. In fact, I encourage you to wear white! And when I say white I mean any shade of cream, off white, or tan too! You can wear white before, during, and after labor day as long as it's done right... you have to change with the seasons, of course, but I see nothing wrong with all white everything any day of the week, month or year! White is … [Read more...]
Happy Hour
I need ideas for a baby gift. The baby is almost 6 months. Also, a house warming gift. Any ideas would be appreciated! I am going to let Alix speak to the baby gift because I feel out of the game. But housewarming gift is my department ;) This soap for their powder bathroom for guests to use is a gift they would never buy themselves because who would spend that on themselves for soap ha! I … [Read more...]
10 Tips for Balancing Exercise with a New Baby
Exercise before kids was a luxury I took for granted. I've always been an early riser and have preferred to get my workout done first thing in the morning. Now with kids, the nights are so unpredictable. They might sleep through the night, so you can wake up early and get your workout done before they wake up, or they can have a horrible night's sleep keeping you up basically all night. The … [Read more...]
Fall Fashion: Recent Purchases + Picks Under $100
I found myself at Target (as one does) and started browsing the women's clothing section..you guys, the quality of some of this stuff is seriously good. This black sweater could be Free People I am not joking. I'm still trying to figure it out. But just take my word for it and snag one :) Everything else I recently purchased (all under $100!) linked below: xx, Heather … [Read more...]
Happy Hour
What is your favorite resort in Washington State? Looking for a long weekend away with my husband. I've already been to Post Hotel, Suncadia, Sun Mountain, Sleeping Lady, Willows Lodge, Rosario.. so would love some alternate suggestions! I mean you've hit the highlights!! Have you tried Salish Lodge in Snoqualmie yet? It's fully remodeled and would be a beautiful, romantic setting! My other … [Read more...]
5 Healthier Seasonal Starbucks Drinks to Order
Ready or not...all things pumpkin are BACK! I'm always blown away by some of the drinks offered at Starbucks and drink orders I see on Instagram or overhear people orderin store. Like gahhh you're drinking more added sugar in a 16oz latte then you ought to be consuming in 2 days. While there is no recommended amount of added sugar, ideally you're consuming 25 grams or less of added sugar a day. … [Read more...]
