Happy October everyone! You may remember my "No Shop July" challenge over the summer. I decided to team up with my friends Caitlin & Cierra to do another month of no-shopping. We thought October would be the perfect time before the madness of the holiday season sets in and hopefully will encourage us all to be … Continue reading No Shop October
I’ve never questioned whether or not I wanted to be a mom. While I know that it’s not something everyone wants, for me it just seemed like the natural and obvious choice. Ive always loved kids and caring for them. I’m the oldest of six, always babysat on the weekends in high school & nannies … Continue reading Deciding to Be a “Stay at Home Mom”
Happy Friday! I can't believe its already September. It has been a really long time since I have sat down to write or shared something other than a pre-scheduled post. I really miss it but also, little man keeps me SO busy. So I'm writing this during nap time 🙂 I hope everyone had a … Continue reading Living Lately No. 48
When it comes to shopping for Jack I love finding fun, unique and comfortable pieces. In the past few months I have found a few favorites and thought I would share. Kate QuinnKate Quinn has such unique and fun prints in the SOFTEST fabric! I ordered Jack one of the bamboo onesies and even after … Continue reading Favorite Kids Clothing Brands
First, how is it already July?! This year is half way over and I feel like it JUST started. Which makes me look back on my goals at the beginning of the year... maybe you remember my post about cutting back and taking a shopping detox? Well its now been 6 months and I can … Continue reading No Shop July
Most of my life I have struggled with body image. Always unsatisfied with how I looked and constantly trying to achieve what I thought was the only acceptable body type (I know better now that there isn't one perfect size and shape). Sometimes taking unhealthy measures to get there (extreme diets, excessive exercise, etc.). I … Continue reading What Pregnancy Taught Me About Self Love
In honor of Earth Day I wanted to talk about different ways to "go green". It can seem like an overwhelming task and while a full lifestyle change would be great, it isn't always realistic. So today I am sharing 4 simple ways you can make an effort to be more environmentally conscious. Grocery & … Continue reading 4 Simple Ways to Go Green
If you know me or regularly read the blog you know that jackets are my weakness. I know that I have far too many but I can't help it. In Nebraska I wear a jacket about 9 months out of the year so I feel like the jacket is often the only part of my … Continue reading Lightweight Jackets for Spring
Last year I finally ordered a true winter coat. For several winters I had gone without a warm winter coat, only ever wearing my dressier coats. I know that isn't the end of the world, clearly I survived just fine. But now that have a true winter coat, Nebraska's harsh winters are much more bearable. I … Continue reading The Perfect Winter Coat: Patagonia “Down With It” Parka
Hi everyone! Happy Friday! I hope everyone's new year is off to a great start. It has been quite a while since I have done a Living Lately Update and so much has been going on so it seemed time for a post.We are only 5 weeks away from our due date! We are finishing … Continue reading Living Lately No. 46
