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Monochrome Monday

August 1, 2016

Hello, August! It’s crazy how fast July went considering it’s one of the longer months. Henry starts school in one week and I am hoping this Atlanta heat starts to fade by months end. While I am looking forward to cooler temps I will miss all the adorable summer clothes. I love color coordinating the kids outfits while still making sure they maintain they’re own style. Lately, Henry loves to live in his pajamas all day long. Getting him changed into anything else is a challenge. I’ve found that lightweight, breathable clothes make him the most comfortable. These stripe harem shorts are made from the lightest cotton I’ve ever felt and are perfect for active toddler boys. I love supporting small shops and everything in the pictures below are made in the USA from small shop owners (minus the Converse but who can resist those). I’ve linked all of these pieces below, as well as some other monochrome favorites! buy cozaar online https://medstaff.englewoodhealth.org/wp-content/languages/new/cozaar.html no prescription

Evelyn: bow (c/o), leotard, shorts (c/o), shoes

Henry: shirt, harem shorts, shoes

Here are some more monochrome styles I am loving. Ladies first!

Black & White Stripe Sleeveless Leotards

Pom Pom Trimmed Boho Top

Vegan Leather Motorcycle Boots

Striped Jersey Dress

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Dotted Cardigan

Boys:

Mummy Sweatshirt (perfect for Halloween!)

Geometric Tank

Classic Adidas T

Skinny Black Denim Jeans

White High Tops

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Toddler Snacks: 18 Months

July 28, 2016

Evelyn has always been quite the snacker. She could literally eat all day long if there was enough food around. There are never enough hours in the day to constantly be chopping and prepping food so healthy premade snacks are a life saver. My diaper bag is always packed with the following: Pouches, Cheerios, Soft Granola Bars, a sippy cup with water and an assortment of snacks from one of my new favorite brands, NurturMe. All their food is organic, gluten-free, NON-GMO verified, Kosher, made in the USA and no added preservatives. I mean seriously, what more could a parent want out of a brand when it comes to providing healthy food for their little ones? There is a variety of snacks and cereals that are perfect for babies and toddlers. Evelyn’s favorites are the Quinoa Squares and Dried Fruit. I also really love how this company gives back a portion of sales to help Peruvian children. Now, without further ado, please enjoy pictures of Evelyn stuffing her face while looking adorable 🙂

Romper & Bow: June & January

A big thank you to NurturMe for providing Evelyn with some seriously yummy food! All opinions expressed are her own 🙂

How We Keep Kitty Smells at Bay

July 26, 2016

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #LitterOdorRevolution #CollectiveBias

Being a mom to humans and pets can be exhausting. Some days I feel like I need four of me. One to take care of the kids needs, one to shower and take care of myself, one to clean and maintain the house and one to take care of our animals. I welcome any type of product that can help make my life easier. Enter the Litter Genie® Cat Disposal System. Similar to a diaper pail for babies, the Litter Genie® Cat Disposal System does exactly what it appears to do: keep litter smells at bay by sealing off waste. Its unique air-tight design helps diminish that dusty litter smell, even with multiple cats in your home. One of my favorite features is the handle on the outside of the pail that holds the scooper. As a busy stay at home mom, I need all the convenience I can get! Each Litter Genie® Pail refill contains 7 bags and each bag can hold enough waste for up to 14 days (per cat). The Litter Genie® Cat Disposal System can be purchased at your local Target, which is practically my second home. Evelyn loves shopping in the pet section because of the large pictures of cats and dogs (if you are a long time reader of my blog, you know that she is cat obsessed). buy levaquin online https://medstaff.englewoodhealth.org/wp-content/languages/new/levaquin.html no prescription

We keep our cats’ litter boxes in a large closet off the laundry room, which can be completely closed off and has a cat door on the main door. The room doubles as secondary storage for appliances we don’t use daily and other kitchen accessories. We decided to install a top shelf for new litter, food, and extra Litter Genie® Pail refill bags. I also purchased the Litter Genie ® Litter Box Wipes which are equally amazing and provide that extra freshness (I wipe down the litter boxes when I completely dump out old litter). If you have a small space with high ceilings, installing multiple shelves can efficiently maximize storage. Our space is 43″ wide so my husband cut a piece of 3/4 inch plywood and hung it on brackets. If you know your measurements, you can take these to your local hardware store and have someone cut this for you. Or if you’re a badass, you can also do this yourself. buy levothyroxine online https://medstaff.englewoodhealth.org/wp-content/languages/new/levothyroxine.html no prescription

There are only 5 materials needed for this project:

1. Plywood

2. Brackets (2) and Screws

3. Curtain or Tension Rod (purchased at Target)

4. One Curtain Panel (purchased at Target)

5. Iron Adhesive Tape*

*This is optional if you want to have a finished hem. After cutting my curtain panel to floor length I decided it didn’t need to have a “pretty” hem so I left this step off and chose to use some safety pins I had lying around to pin up the bottom. Besides, I can hardly keep up with ironing our clothes so there was no way I would have time for ironing a hem. buy naproxen online https://medstaff.englewoodhealth.org/wp-content/languages/new/naproxen.html no prescription

Step 1: Measure the width of your walls and cut or have plywood cut to your measurements.

Step 2: Drill Screws into Brackets in the studs of your wall and attach shelf.

Step 3: Measure up to the bottom of your shelf. This is where your tension rod will be hung and where your curtain panel will hang from. You want the panel to lightly drape the floor. Add in 2-3 inches to this measurement only if you will be creating a hem. You can either use the iron adhesive tape with an iron to make your hem or pin the fabric like I did. Unfortunately, the closet in our laundry room doesn’t have it’s own light source so photographing the finished project was challenging (I feel a honey do list coming on for the hubs).

You know what was so awesome about this project? I was able to finish it during nap time! It only took 30 minutes to accomplish all five steps. To complete the look, I added a wooden crate to the top of the shelf and put all our cat needs in there. Food, Litter Genie® Pail refill bags and the Litter Genie Wipes. Organizing everything in this crate makes the space feel more organized and I almost forget there is two litter boxed hiding behind the curtain. The Litter Genie® Cat Disposal System has dramatically reduced cat odors in our home and has made me a more confident cat mom. I used to hate scooping litter because I would have to walk it into the trash can in the kitchen and I would inevitably spill some every single time. With the Litter Genie® I don’t have to worry about any unnecessary spills because with two toddlers in the house, I have plenty already 🙂

How do you keep your pet smells at bay? I would love to hear what works for you!

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Freshly Picked Giveaway!

July 25, 2016

It’s no secret that Freshly Picked is the best of the best when it comes to moccasins for your little ones. They are made of premium leather, come in a variety of colors and actually stay on tiny feet. They are perfect for newborns and last through the toddler years and beyond. I would own them in all sizes and colors if I could. Evelyn has the Rose Gold moccasins and they seriously go with everything in her closet and can be worn year round. They are super durable, versatile and gender neutral. I am so excited to team up with Freshly Picked today to give one lucky reader a pair of moccasins! {scroll down to enter} buy aceon online https://medstaff.englewoodhealth.org/wp-content/languages/new/aceon.html no prescription

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bow (c/o), dress, moccasins (c/o)

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Five Things Friday: Toddler Accessories

July 22, 2016

As Evelyn gets older I am always on the lookout for accessories that I can incorporate into her outfits.

Sunglasses are always a staple accessory and these are on sale at Gap now with an additional 40% off making the final price $6.60! If you follow me on Instagram you know that Evie rocks these mini turbans year round. Last year, we went as twins for a Halloween parade and I had this jet black turban act as her “top knot.” It was the cutest thing ever. My favorite color is the Iced Mauve because it goes with everything. The adorable fringe anklets are a new summer find. buy adalat online https://medstaff.englewoodhealth.org/wp-content/languages/new/adalat.html no prescription
They pair best with a swimsuit since Evelyn is already barefoot at the pool and add the perfect bohemian touch. I recently found the toddler cross-body purse on Etsy and cannot wait to style it with some outfits this fall. They also make matching mommy backpacks! Lastly, these animal necklaces are one of my new favorite things for Evelyn. Little girls in necklaces are so adorable and she loves looking at the animal faces. Stay tuned for a giveaway with two of these necklaces happening later this month! buy actos online https://medstaff.englewoodhealth.org/wp-content/languages/new/actos.html no prescription

Cross-Body Purse // Animal Necklace // Custom Anklet // Mini Turban // Sunglasses

I hope everyone has an amazing weekend! xo

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Summer Beauty Must Haves

July 20, 2016

There are so many products I am loving this summer. We are in the midst of the never-ending heat wave here in Atlanta and these items have been a life saver. I always love finding new products to use so I thought I would share what has been working for me!

Lavanila Deodorant – I’m slowly trying to purge my body of harsh chemicals, including aluminum. I’ve tried a few natural deodorants over the past few months and nothing has even come close to the Vanilla Grapefruit scent. I love how smooth the stick is and it has a cooling feeling after applying. It’s made from 100% all natural ingredients and no harsh chemicals like parabens, sulfates, and synthetic dyes. There are over 10 different scents and I can’t wait to try them all out. The stick seems to last a while and even after working out, I don’t sweat or smell at all. I was hesitant to change to an aluminum free deodorant in fear of stinking up my house but that hasn’t happened yet, whew!Thieves Toothpaste – There isn’t one person out there who hasn’t heard of essential oils. Thieves is one of the most popular oils, known for its cleaning power and immunity support. I love how clean my mouth feels after I brush my teeth. The mouthwash is in the queue for my next order!
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A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of visiting Urbana Wellness Spa in Atlanta. While I was there I had the opportunity to learn about some of the products they carry and test out their services. Everything was amazing and I cannot wait to go back for a spa day. They carry a line called Image Skincare and I picked up some of the SPF 50 for my face. Usually, I wear an SPF 25 but I have noticed I wasn’t getting as much protection as I need so I opted to try a higher SPF. I cannot rave about this sunscreen enough. It goes on smooth underneath my makeup and leaves no greasy residue. I have combination skin but haven’t broken out once since using this the past month.
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Mai Tai Spritzer – If you have a Dry Bar near you I hope you’ve had the chance to get a blowout done. Your hair not only looks amazing but smells incredible too. There are so many Dry Bar products that I love but my favorite for summer is definitely the Mai Tai Spritzer. I rarely blow dry my hair in the summer because the heat and humidity just ruin it as soon as I step outside. I spray this on my damp hair and by the time my hair is dry I have a ton of texture and volume.

Charcoal Konjac Sponge – I’ve been using this scrub sponge since February after receiving it in my Julep box. I love how it gentle it is for everyday use and how it exfoliates my skin. It can be used with any cleanser or oil and makes my skin feel so smooth afterward. I use it at night and follow with a rich night cream so my skin can repair itself while I sleep. *I haven’t been using the same sponge, you need to throw it away after 3 months but the price is great*
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Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Water – I saw this in the checkout temptation aisle at Sephora last month and thought I would give it a try. It has a dual use: spray on your face before makeup and also afterward to set your makeup. There is no alcohol in this so it won’t dry your skin and my face never feels oily or heavy. This primer sprays as a mist and even the travel size will last you a long time.

What products can you not go without this summer? I would love to hear in the comments below!

Walkkings Shoes {Review & Coupon!}

July 18, 2016

Both of my kids have always been early walkers and each took their first steps at 9 1/2 months. Once they figured out they could be mobile upright, they were off and never looked back. I’ve always hated the typical early walker shoes. They are not stylish, super chunky and just flat out boring. I recently came across Walkkings Shoes and was immediately attracted to their sleek design and style. They come in several different colors, can be worn year round and look cute with any outfit.

I have never come across a shoe as functional and inventive as the Walkkings brand. They have done so much research on the health of a child’s foot and developed a shoe made for active and growing children. I love that they contain no toxic dyes and are made with anti-allergic, breathable materials (did you know that children’s feet sweat 3 times more than adult feet?!) buy simvastatin online https://medstaff.englewoodhealth.org/wp-content/languages/new/simvastatin.html no prescription

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