The new normal has set in. We are quarantined at home, homeschooling our children, working full or part time, and still responsible for projects and chores around the house. It feels heavy, monotonous, and sometimes depressing. But here's what I know: so many of us, including myself, are blessed to be healthy and safe at home. While you may be going stir crazy and feeling out of control since the … [Read more...]

I understand a lot of people aren't shopping due to the uncertainty of our economy and I am right there with you. I actually did this post a couple of weeks ago before the craziness really set in but I still felt like sharing it in case you are filling your Amazon cart with essentials, why not throw in a little extra to make you feel good?! Here are the things I recently purchased over the last … [Read more...]

If you're in California or Washington, you are going to be required to homeschool your children while we navigate COVID-19.. and I anticipate those in other states are going to have to follow suit. Here in WA, this will last at least 6 weeks, potentially longer, so we can't take this undertaking lightly. Now, I recognize my responsibility is much lighter compared to others with older kids (and … [Read more...]

yes...she has a framed picture of her and daddy next to her bed not me lol! My husband's birthday was 2 weeks ago and I came home early to relieve the sitter after our day of wine tasting and let him stay out and celebrate. I had it all planned out in my head...I'll put Quinn down early, put on my comfies, face mask, and watch all my shows...best Saturday night ever right?! Wrong! About 10 … [Read more...]

Spring Break is around the corner and if you're like us here in the PNW, you're escaping to the SUN.. seems to be a theme in my life these days ;) We will be packing our bags and heading to Orange County for Easter and then Palm Springs with friends so I've started to build out my wardrobe for this very fun, annual vacation. Here's what I've purchased and also what I have my eye on: FYI: If you … [Read more...]

A L I X Everlane Leggings I have been on the hunt for new black leggings (boring I know lol) and recently purchased these ones and I’m obsessed. They feel like butter on, high waisted, good price point, and hit my ankle at the perfect spot (I got the ankle length + I’m 5’4″). They aren't as thick as the Zella Live In Leggings which will be perfect if the weather ever decides to warm up in … [Read more...]

Taking care of your skin post-workout can be just as important as your morning and night time routines, which you can read about mine HERE and HERE. And while you may already have your post-workout skin care regimen on lock, you could be—unknowingly—committing some major post-workout skin care faux paus. Today, I am sharing 7 mistakes you don't want to make after a sweaty workout. … [Read more...]

A few weeks ago, my family and I were in San Diego and I found myself asking my good girlfriend who lives there for recommendations down in the the La Jolla area. Luckily, she is an EXPERT and our group of friend's "social chair." ;) She always knows the spots for everything eating, drinking and things to do. She ended up sending me the most extensive email with every recommendation you could … [Read more...]

At the end of last year, my husband and I made a decision to book a bunch of family trips when the kids had days off school and really take advantage of this time while they're little. Once they are older, pulling them out of school is going to get more and more difficult (especially if they are involved in sports) and we want to remember and enjoy this time as a family of 5. Traveling with … [Read more...]

beanie | sunglasses | sweater | leggings | sneakers I have every single one of these things in my cart right now and as I place orders for things I ACTUALLY need like diapers and wipes and paper towels, sometimes I throw in a little something for myself. Anyone else do this from time to time? Sneak in a little sweater here and there, right?! I actually just got the white beach cover up for our … [Read more...]