Sending a big thank you to Retro 2 Ride for partnering on our 2016 Holiday Gift Guide! For the fitness buff ladies in your life, check out the unique Retro 2 Ride Carte Postale Women's Tech Short Sleeve Tee. This form fitting cycling jersey provides AIRPASS Pro moisture wicking, quick dry technology for ultimate endurance comfort. Since sun safety is so important, this top also features a 30+ SPF UV protection. The design is created using vibrant dye-sublimation printing to ensure bright colors Read more [...]

Thank you to SōLEURS for providing me with product in exchange for this honest blog review. All opinions are 100% my own. SōLEURS sunglasses combine fashion and function. SōLEURS sunglasses are both timeless and trendy, making them a perfect holiday gift for women and teens. SōLEURS uses high-quality materials to craft their products. Each pair of sunglasses has been carefully designed to meet your needs and wants. SōLEURS is so confident you will love your sunglasses that they offer Read more [...]

The air has been turning colder here in Minnesota but I'm so thankful for the days when the sun still shines bright.  As I sit here today and watch the leaves swirling down in the Fall breeze, I can't help but think about how fast this year has gone.  Just about two weeks ago, the kids and I went through the closets and packed or gave away all the clothes that they outgrew as well as most of their summer items.  So now it's time to don the long sleeves, pants, and sweaters.  I even picked up Read more [...]

Moms tend to put themselves last a lot.  We rarely get to sit down and eat a hot meal and if we actually do get to sit down, it's only a matter of minutes before someone needs something that requires mom to get up.  I'm now a part of a local MOPS group and part of what they stress there is that we really need to also take care of ourselves too and not just focus on everyone else.  So, for myself, part of that is taking shape in making sure that I am prepared for the change in seasons before it Read more [...]

For the past two weeks, I've been wanting to surprise our kiddos with a trip to the local zoo.  But wouldn't you know, it's either been raining, too windy, or we have had plans.  Today, though, showed promise so after everyone was up, we got packed up to head out on our mini fun day at the zoo.  As the kids got their shoes and sweatshirts on, I helped our youngest two into their Freshly Picked Moccasins! Sending a big thank you to Freshly Picked for these GORGEOUS Fall colored moccs! With Summer Read more [...]