Christmas is coming up, and a lot of Dog Moms like myself love getting gifts that include our pet. I’ve rounded up some amazing Dog Mom gifts (mostly from local shops) that I think any Dog Mom would love! Custom Pet Portrait It’s no secret that I think Remus is the cutest pup ever, so a custom portrait of him is so nice. Charissa created this adorable painting of Remus, and I love displaying it in my living room. A custom portrait would be a great gift for Dog Moms, and I love that this one…
Thanksgiving is coming up, and things are very weird this year. Some families won’t be able to gather, which is sad and upsetting. Our own family Thanksgiving will be small this year. I know some people love dressing up for Thanksgiving, but I always prefer comfy outfits. Personally, I want to be able to eat without feeling constricted and self conscious. This year I think I’ve found the perfect Thanksgiving outfit. These leggings are perfect for Thanksgiving. They’re soft, stretchy, and the pumpkin pie pattern is so fun. They’re really cute, and…
Halloween is ALMOST here, and I’m so excited. It’s my favorite day of the year (if you’ve been here a while you already know that. If you’re new here, hi and welcome!). 2020 is making Halloween less… thrilling this year, but I’m still excited for it (even if it’s just me hanging out with Remus in our Halloween pajamas at home). There are still fun ways to celebrate, including dressing for Halloween. This Halloween dress and OTK boot combo is perfect for making it feel like Halloween…
Fall is here and the temperatures have been perfect. I love a good Fall sweater, and off-the-shoulder is one of my favorite trends. Chunky sweaters are Fall staples for me, and I’ve found an amazing black sweater I had to share. This sweater is so cozy and warm. Chunky sweaters are perfect for Fall and the cooler temperatures. I want something that makes me want to snuggle up with a good book and a cup of coffee and my pup, and this sweater is it. You can save 15% on this sweater and your entire purchase…
A friend recently messaged me and asked about SHEIN clothing. If you’ve been here a while, you’ve seen some of my SHEIN outfits. If you’re new here, first, welcome! Second, SHEIN is a clothing website providing low cost clothing. She said she was a little hesitant about ordering from them, but looked through my blog and saw some posts about SHEIN and had some questions for me. I wrote this post a couple of years ago, and just thought I’d update it with more recent info and photos. I’ve ordered…
For 2020, I didn’t do resolutions. I set a few small goals, some for months and some for the year. One goal I had for January was to cut out dairy 3 days a week. I haven’t been diagnosed as being lactose intolerant or allergic to dairy, but I have talked to my doctor about it and cut out dairy in the past and can tell a difference when I cut out dairy. So, I wanted to share some of my favorite dairy substitutions that I found in January. Dairy Free Smoked Gouda Style Slices These…
My friend Lindsay (of Bourbon and Lipstick) started a podcast, Influenced the Podcast, with another blogger, Christine. I’ve really been enjoying it, and highly highly recommend it. Their latest topic was expectations on women. They put out a survey asking what expectations women have, and I wanted to discuss some of my thoughts on the questions asked in the survey, specifically the pressures of being single and having children. I’m not going to discuss every question in the survey, just ones that really hit me hard. Things are going to get a little personal in here…
I love casual outfits with a fun accessory that brings it to life. Outfits that can be styled difference ways are my favorite. I like pieces that can be dressed up or down, like this adorable cardigan. I throw this on for work pretty frequently, but it’s also great for just lounging around the house or brunch with friends. I wore this specific outfit to dinner with my friend Brooke. I wanted to be cute but comfortable. I paired my cardigan with a black and white striped tee that I snagged at the Nordstrom sale. It’s…
I’ve been to Harkness Edwards Vineyards in Winchester a few times now, and I fall in love with it every time I’m there. It’s the cutest little place with a great view and delicious wine, and the owners are so warm and friendly. They reached out to me to ask if I wanted to help host a Halloween party at the vineyard, and my heart jumped for joy. I invited a few influencers and close friends, and we had a blast trying out the wines and taking pictures. Whole Foods provided food for snacks…
As of November, I haven’t been purchasing any cruelty free skincare or makeup. I’ve had to stop purchasing some of my favorite items, but I’ve found some really great CF items. I thought I’d share some of my favorites. Sun protection is so important, especially for someone as fair as I am. My nieces play softball every weekend, so I’m in the sun a lot throughout the summer. This means I need to make sure my skin is protected as much as possible. I’ve been loving Sun Bum…