Showing posts with label things I'm loving. Show all posts
Showing posts with label things I'm loving. Show all posts

5/8/13

Things I'm loving for spring

  It's finally spring here in Iowa.  After a lovely winter that lasted what has felt like FOREVER we finally have some nice weather and it's finally time to break out the spring clothes.  This spring I am loving color, now don't get me wrong I am still and will always be in love with a classic black piece of clothing, it's my security blanket.  However, this spring there is color popping up everywhere and I am loving wearing it. 

  When I shop I am bargain Betty.  I am not opposed to spending a little more on staple items in my closet but for trendy pieces that are "in" at the moment I am all about the best bargain.  I usually do most of my shopping online because we live in podunk Iowa and the nearest mall is 45 minutes away and shopping with the kids is about as pleasurable as a massage with loud rock music playing.  Thankfully a lot of stores are now offering free returns and free shipping, BONUS! 

  Just last week I found two skirts at Old Navy that arrived at my doorstep yesterday and I am really liking them.  Today I actually wore the embroidered skirt and paired with an off white cardi and leopard flats and a mint bubble necklace. 
   
I love how soft this skirt is and the model must be a ton taller than I am because the skirt hits me just above my knee.  I paired the skirt with the Anna Cardi from Banana Republic.  I purchased this cardi for Easter when they were having their 40% off sale on regular priced items.

I then added some leopard flats that I've had forever from my happy place, Target.  I added a mint bubble necklace that I recently found on Simple Addiction, which you should all check out.

A few other piece I found at Old Navy that I am loving seem to be really versatile and could work for work or a casual day at home with the kids. I love pieces that I can transition from day to night or from spring to summer and then to fall when adding tights and a cardi.

This skirt is very lightweight and will be perfect for summer and can even be a swimsuit cover-up.  The other skirt I purchased recently was from Target and once again I am IN LOVE!  First off I love kelly green!  Not as much as black let's not get crazy people but it may be a close second.  I found this skirt again online because when the kids and I are at Target it's a quick in and out and there is no time for me to look at clothes.  Not to mention we DO NOT EVER go to the back of the store, it is the devil's corner, or as everyone else refers to it....the toy aisle.  If we go back there all hell will break loose and there will be tears and let's get real why would I do that to myself.  Let's just stick to the grocery, pharmacy and card aisles.  Back to the fabulous kelly green skirt, it hits just at the top of my knee and it's fab that's all you need to know.  If you like green snatch this baby up!


The picture does not do it justice, I swear it's not ugly. 

  Now let's chat jewels.  I was in a rut with my accessorizing and then I hit up two websites and found some great pieces that were super affordable and amazingly adorable.  A lot of you have probably heard of them but I'll post them anyway to profess my love out loud.  First is Simple Addiction, they have several items posted daily and I have now placed two orders with them and their shipping is QUICK.  I have placed orders with a similar site and I have had to wait months to receive my product.  With Simple Addiction I received my new jewelery within a week and a half.  The other site I am loving is Groopdealz, I again have placed a few orders with them and again their shipping time is impeccable.  I've been very happy with the products I have ordered and for very little cost I have been able to get a few new colorful pieces to accessorize with.

A few other random things I'm loving this gorgeous May day;


Sleeping with the windows open



17 days of school left and then I am off for the summer and will be home with the kiddos for 3 months.


                                                        Strawberry Icebox cake
This cake is AMAZING!!!  I originally found it on Pinterest and it's so easy to make.  I made it for our small group that was to happen at our house one Sunday evening but a few of our members got sick so we had to cancel.  I may or may not have eaten about 3/4 of the 9x13 pan of this cake.  It's a no bake cake which suits me and my cooking style so well and it tasted like a little slice of heaven.  You can find the recipe here.




What are you loving for spring?
  

  
  

6/21/11

Things I'm loving lately

I haven't done one of these posts lately so I thought I would post a few things I've been loving lately!

I purchased these shorts about a month ago at my favorite store, Target, where else. They are the Mossimo Chambray Bermuda Short, and I am in love. They are so comfy, go with just about any top and I can dress them up with a ruffle flowy tank and wedges or dress them down with flip flops and a boyfriend tee. Seriously, perfection in my book!


My camelback water bottle has been an absolute life saver to me over the past few months. I purchased this little guy again at where else, but Target. I purchased before the beginning of soccer season so that I would be sure to have water to drink when I was at practice and games without using a ton of plastic bottles. It worked great for my original purpose but it has also gotten me to drink a ton of extra water throughout the day. I carry it with me to work, in the car, in my purse, everywhere and it's been a great addition to my life, seriously. I've been drinking a huge amount of water and I can really tell a difference in how I feel.

With the weather getting hot and the summer ramping up it's been prime time for evenings on our back deck after Drew hits the hay. Brendan and I enjoy sitting out on our deck and just enjoy chatting about our days, what's going on in the coming days and a nice cold margarita for me and an ice cold beer for him! My favorite margaritas are Skinny Girl Margaritas by Bethanny Frankel.
I have sound these margaritas at our local grocery store and let me tell you, I have had a good margarita before, but this is tasty and has about 1/3 the calories of a regular margarita! So drink up responsibly!

I first tried Mac Zoom Lash at Christmas time and since then I've been hooked.  During the summer months my beauty routine for makeup is very simple and low key.  A little bronzer, some mascara and lip gloss and I'm off.  The zoom lash is fantastic, easy to apply and really makes my long lashes pop without looking caked on.
I hope everyone is having a great week!


2/2/11

Things I'm loving these days

A few things I've been loving lately...

I've been considering re-doing Drew's room.  We really didn't do a whole heck of a lot when he was in utero because we didn't know Drew was a boy.  So I'm considering doing a few things to make more of a boyish room to grow with him for the next few years.  I'm loving this bedding that's on sale from Pottery Barn Kids.
I can order the quilt and sham separately and although we won't use the quilt now, my grandpa built Drew a toddler bed and the quilt will be perfect for that.
Add a few other red, blue and brown touches and I think the room will be great to grow with Drew.  We shall see.  

I'm also loving a good hot chocolate these days, especially the ones our Keurig coffee maker brews.


Skinny jeans, with a long sweater and boots.  Can't have my booty hanging out!
Something like this.

Fall 1

Fall 1 by ALL82 featuring hoop earrings


Looking at old pics of my babies, I can't believe how both have grown!

Ruby when we first adopted her after she had been in the hospital for four days.
Our baby girl, not even a year old

Drew, fresh out of the oven

He looks really happy that we were taking his picture!

His first professional pictures taken in the hospital by Amy Doerring

It's crazy for me to think in 10 short months he's gone from this
to this.
And in 2 short months he will turn one.  Eeeekkk!!

Have a great day!

 

5/11/10

Things I am loving about spring

Spring has spring here and the trees are starting to bud, flowers starting to bloom and my allergies are in full force.  Although I hate allergies, I am in love with spring, old man winter has left us and we can look forward to a few months of bliss in the midwest.  So here are some things I am loving this spring.

My black Reef flip flops.  Good bye Ugg boots, hello Reefs!

Soccer!  Yes I am back coaching and loving it!  Thankfully my mom is able to watch Drew each day for 2 hours so I can go to practice.  Thus far we are undefeated in the conference...hoping for a second title this year!

Lemonade.  No clue why, maybe I should add some vodka this year!

The thought of my new car arriving!  We purchased a Toyota Highlander and it should be here in a few weeks.  We need more room and two cars weren't cutting it.  With a dog, baby and hubby who likes to take his golf clubs with us a lot, we needed more room!


Super cute dresses from Old Navy for only $15!
Happy Spring to you all!
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