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Easter 2015

April 6, 2015

Easter is such a happy day. The weather was beautiful, our church service was wonderful, the food was outstanding, and as usual, my mom and mother-in-law really outdid themselves. Because we live near both of our families, we always get double the holiday fun. It can be hectic, but it is so much fun and we wouldn’t have it any other way. We enjoyed two fabulous meals, two egg hunts and lots of pictures. I tried to pick and choose just a few to share with you so you don’t have a Hampton overload, although he was pretty cute! 🙂

He was most excited about that Camelbak cup, y’all! It was so funny. I had to fill it up with water immediately and he toted it around with him all day.

How was your Easter? Did you do anything Special?

Quick and Easy Snacks for Your Springtime Picnic + $15 Paypal Cash Giveaway

April 2, 2015

Check out the #SnackShareSave event today!

Springtime is officially here and in full swing! The weather has been so beautiful and WARM (finally!!!) this week! Warm weather makes me want to do two things: swim and go on a picnic! Hampton and I went on a picnic last week and had so much fun, but this time we included Ryan! We had the perfect afternoon snack-time picnic yesterday, and really enjoyed being together. Of course, savings at Publix (more on these savings later) and Klondike Ice Cream Bars added to that enjoyment! Ryan actually got me hooked on these after I met him. What a bad influence he is! haha They are definitely one of my guilty pleasures.

Hamp loved his ice cream sandwich! Of course, we only gave him a couple of bites, but look at that face! He was one happy baby!

For healthier snack alternatives, we also pack:
-Yoplait
-Fiber One Chewy Bars
-Nature Valley Breakfast Biscuits
-Fruit

Publix is hosting a Snack Share and Save Event where you will save $5 on your purchase of $25 or more on participating snack items when you share with your friends! Find out more details here.

Giveaway Time!! Enter to win $15 paypal cash by entering in the rafflecopter below! I will choose a winner on April 23rd. Good luck!

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P.S. Check out my post on How To Have The Perfect Picnic!

What do you like to take on your picnics? Don’t forget to check out these great savings at Publix!

Easter Treats with Kozy Shack Simply Well

March 31, 2015

There are so many stages of pregnancy. First you’re sick and don’t want to eat anything, then you’re craving everything in site, and then you are sick and so big and full with baby that you don’t want to eat very much again. While I am definitely in the later stage, I do still have an occasional craving for something sweet. So, why not these delicious Easter treats?

During my second trimester, I was still able to run a little bit and I allowed myself a few splurges here and there. One thing I figured out was that if I ate one bite of ice cream to get that craving fix, I found myself always wanting more. I decided to try Kozy Shack Simply Well Pudding because it is actually rice pudding in disguise. My mind and taste buds think I’m eating that sugary goodness of pudding, but my body isn’t getting an overload of sugar and is getting a much healthier alternative. Did I mention these are only 90 calories and gluten free? I can’t get over it! That’s less calories than the yogurt I usually eat. But it’s pudding. Mind blown.

Yesterday, I decided to spice up mine and Hampton’s snack time by adding a few things into our pudding to make it fun and festive for Easter! Needless to say, Hampton loved it! He giggled and thought I was crazy for letting him eat this for his snack. What he doesn’t know if that I’m totally okay with this snack for him. I try to feed him healthy foods only (of course we splurge every now and then) and this snack did not compromise his healthy diet.

The additives aren’t the most healthy of choices, but with Easter coming up this weekend, I thought it was okay to give Hampton a fun treat.

Giveaway Time! So that you can experience Kozy Shack Rice Pudding for yourself, they are giving away 2 VIP coupons worth up to $4.99 each! Just stop by here and leave me a comment telling me a fun fact you learned from visiting Kozy Shack!

* Giveaway is for US residents only. Coupons are not valid for redemption in California.

Good luck and don’t forget to check out Kozy Shack Simply Well!

Sunny Day + Ralph Lauren Giveaway

March 25, 2015

Ralph Lauren Sunglasses: c/o Sunglasses Shop // Chambray: Old Navy // Tank: TJ Maxx // Shorts: Motherhood

Usually, we have crazy weather during the spring months. There is no such thing as “nice” “cool” or “warm” weather in Alabama. It is either extremely hot and humid or extremely cold. For the last couple of weeks, the weather has been back and forth per usual, but the last couple of days we have been able to enjoy much needed sunny days. There is something about the sun coming out after a few rainy days that makes you feel so energized and happy. I am loving the warmth on my skin and being able to play outside with Hampton without freezing.

With all of these sunny days ahead, I desperately needed a new pair of sunglasses. I wanted a good quality pair of designer sunglasses that were affordable. Sounds crazy, yes? But, Sunglasses Shop offers great designer sunglasses from Versace to Ray-Bans for great prices!

I am loving my new sunnies and you can count on seeing them around these parts for the rest of the year. They are the perfect fit and style that I was looking for. Plus, how can you go wrong with Ralph Lauren? A good pair of sunglasses is a must for everyone. It is definitely a staple item in my collection of accessories.

Giveaway time!! Sunglasses Shop is giving away a free pair of Ralph Lauren Sunglasses from this collection to one of my lucky readers! Enter in the rafflecopter below and I will email the winner on Monday (March 30th). Good luck!

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Have you been out enjoying the warmer weather?

Spring Cleaning

March 23, 2015

In the spirit of spring, let’s talk about spring cleaning. I am by no means a great housekeeper, but my OCD tendencies tend to take over a good bit of the time. Over the years, I have learned some easy ways to keep my house in decent condition without feeling like I’m cleaning all the time. Here area few examples:

Every night before bed, I pick up everything. That means all of H’s toys, rinse all the dishes and put them in the dishwasher, wipe down the counters, etc. Once it becomes a habit, you will notice it only takes about 10-20 minutes every night and keeps your house looking spiffy!

Also, about every 6 months or so, I go through all of our clothes, shoes, attic boxes, household items, etc. and we clean out as much clutter as possible. The trick is figuring out how to best get rid of all the “stuff.” Here are a few ways we get rid of our clutter and earn a little bit of money in the process. It’s a win-win!

How to Make Money Off Your “Stuff” While Spring Cleaning:

Have a yard sale
Sell on Ebay/Craigslist
Sell to ThredUp through their clean out bag. I talked about it in this post.
Donate your items to Goodwill, a Homeless shelter or your local Humane Society.
Sell through Facebook groups like online yard sales.

We have done all of these since we got married nearly 4 years ago. It is great because you keep your house cleaned out and organized and you even make back a little bit of money to put in your savings account or to buy yourself a nice treat. 🙂

Need more tips on cleaning? Check out my Simple Cleaning Schedule!

Do you have any tips on keeping your house clean?

First Day Of Spring + 34 Weeks Pregnant

March 20, 2015

First off, Happy first day of Spring! It has definitely felt like spring in Alabama this week! I am loving the warmer weather, but not loving the pollen and extra humidity. My hair is naturally wavy and it does not like the extreme humidity that Spring and Summer bring down here. I guess it’s time to rock the topknot and fresh face look again. What are you most looking forward to this Spring? I’m looking forward to Easter with family and of course, meeting our sweet baby girl! Speaking of, here is my 34 week pregnancy update. Because, I am 34 weeks pregnant, y’all. SO crazy!

How Far Along: 34 weeks! Only 6 more to go!

Size of Baby: 4 3/4 lbs. and 18ish inches long

Gender: Our baby girl! SRC!

Movement: She is moving all the time. Morning, afternoon and night. She even wakes me up with her big flips and kicks.

Sleep: What’s that? haha

Workouts: This week, I have walked a lot. The weather has been so beautiful and Hampton and I have been out every day playing and walking. I’ve still been doing my TIU workouts as well, although I skipped Monday. Whoops.

Maternity Clothes: Yes. Most of the time I have been in tanks and nike shorts, but if I run errands or anything, I do have to wear maternity.

Symptoms: Just very sleepy. I haven’t been sleeping very much at all. Maybe she is preparing me for little sleep like her big brother did. 🙂

Cravings/Aversions: I haven’t had any craving this week. I’ve actually been eating a lot better than I was. I’m so determined to keep my weight down and that has been a huge motivation this week.

Missing Most: Sleep and sleeping on my stomach.

Nursery: I shared a sneak peek at our nursery a couple of weeks ago Did you catch it? I still have to buy her mattress, but I did order my diaper bag this week, so that was a big step for me! haha The diaper bag decision is a tough one. I can’t wait to show you the one I picked!

Favorite Moment This Week: Going to the Doctor and hearing her heartbeat. It was 141. She sounded great and everything looked healthy. She is measuring a little smaller than Hampton did, so my Dr. thinks she may be a little smaller. I wouldn’t hate that, although he wasn’t a big baby at all. Only 7lbs 2oz. We shall see…

Floral Prints and Lipstick

March 20, 2014

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I received this product complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes.

Springtime is here! Yea! I love this time of year because everything comes back to life and becomes so colorful! It is beautiful. You know that I am partial to the fall season, but I am allergic to all things winter (other than boots and scarves). So naturally, I get pretty excited by the time Spring rolls around. I love the warmth that thaws me out after the harsh winter.

I love that floral print is in again this year and I’m excited to be able to bring all of the bright colors back into my wardrobe and style. In the last year, I’ve been so intrigued/addicted/in love with lipstick. I’ve added about 4 new shades to my collection just in the last month. I have a feeling I’ll be wearing it a lot this season.

When Influenster sent me the new Moisture Renew Lipstick by Rimmel London Voxbox, I was ecstatic! I love trying new products and it is pretty awesome being able to try a different color I might not have been brave enough to buy myself. The color I received is “As You Want Victoria.” It is a bright and fun color, perfect for spring.

I love this lipstick! It is very moisturizing which is something that is important to me when buying lip products. I also love the shade! It will go great with those floral prints and bright colors that I’ll be wearing now. I’m so excited to show off my bold new lip color!

Jackie’s Spring Decor Inspiration

March 28, 2013

Hey lovies! I have a special treat for you today! Jackie is taking over my blog and will be sharing some spring decor with us! Please stop by and visit her! Welcome, Jackie!

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Hi everyone – I’m Jackie and I am so excited to be guest posting on Logan’s blog! I blog over at Jackie Jade – where I talk about decorating and updating our 1940s home. I also blog about what is inspiring me in home decor and in fashion. We are also slowly starting to plan out our wedding and I post tons of photos of my pugs too!

I don’t think I am alone in my dreams of spring. I live in western Pennsylvania and it seems like winter is lasting forever. I can’t wait to wear t-shirts and sandals. For my home, I can’t wait to bring some spring in as well.

One of the easiest ways to update your home decor is to change up your pillows. It’s a great way to change the whole look of the room and there are some great affordable options out there too.

Here are some of my favorite spring pillows out there right now.

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What’s your favorite place to buy fun new pillows? I hope you’ll come check out my blog – Jackie Jade and say hello! Thanks to Logan for hosting me!