I’m Speaking at eleVate

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In case you missed it, I’ve been blessed beyond belief to have been asked to speak at the Elevate blog conference.  To be included in this lineup of amazing girls, is a blessing. This will be my first time speaking at a blog event… DREAM COME TRUE! Here is a little overview on the event from their website: Join us for a day of elevation! Enjoy speakers, crafting, and networking in an uplifting and supportive environment.  Workshop topics will include “How to find your voice in the blog world” “How to take your blog and shop photos to the next[...]

Hello World…

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Hello 3 generations… Hello sisters… Hello favorite ariel view. Hello Sunday Funday. Hello pretty Tears of my Heart Necklace from Amy Cornwell.  Hello big girl. Linking up to Lisa Leonard’s Hello Monday series.

Happy Mother’s Day

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I sit here at my keyboard with every intention of busting out a Mother’s Day post, but my mind is a tad overwhelmed. I replay in my mind, my past 2 1/2 years as a momma, and so much comes to surface. Happy times. Sad times. Times I want to throw in the towel. As of lately, I feel like I’m mothering on a prayer. I have days where I am so in over my head, I can’t believe God has put me in charge of this little being. I have days where I am certain I am doing it all[...]

Shoes {Gussy Sews Link Up}

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{found here} Shoes are my weakness. I believe a girl can never have enough pairs. You can check out my shoe inspiration board on pinterest here. So when sweet Maggie of Gussy Sews decided to have a link up, I couldn’t resist. Here’s to shoes… I just scored there turquoise lovelies at Target for $14.99 {I’m in desperate need for a pedicure} Landyn’s flip flops: Old Navy   I forsee these beauties in my near future. found here.   more Tory Burch found here.   Sam Edelman found here.   Kate Spade found here. found here.   Link up your posts here:

Sponsor Spotlight & TARGET GIVEAWAY

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Meet my friend Lauren of Pink on the cheek. In Lauren’s own words: Pink on the Cheek is a collection of what is happening in my life. That would be eating, drinking, and having fun around Orange County, with my boyfriend, Bubba, our friends, and sweet dog, Mochi!  I wanted to do something fun for Lee La La readers so I decided to treat you to a mini shopping spree at one of my favorite stores, Target. I love the fact that Target has everything! You could pick up a new book, grab a box set of TV shows, or[...]

Life Lately

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a day at the fountains with Aunt G left to right: loving on Aunt G and Grammy, my dinner date, facinated with coin machines, butterfly display at a local clothing boutique, my birthday at the beach, a birthday surprise from a special friend, day one of potty training, poolside with my babe, makeup 101.  Landyn’s headband: A Little Lady birthday dinner   Linking up here:

Birthday Perspectives

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In birthday’s past, I felt the need to pamper myself, and not feel an ounce of guilt.  In fact, I soaked it up. This year, I shifted my priorities. I wanted my 29th birthday to be all about Landyn. I wanted her to feel a part of mommy’s special day. She led. I followed.  I woke up this morning with a slew of happy birthday wishes, and I smiled. I smiled because May 7 floods my mind with happy thoughts. My first puppy was gifted to me on this day. Childhood memories where Mom and Dad would surprise me with a day[...]

Potty Training

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Our time has come. My little love started potty training. Despite the backlash from family {love you guys}, I waited patiently for her day to come, as I always knew it would. Today completes day 2, and so far so GOOD! The whole thing has gone smoothly, completely effortless. Well, I did prepare months ago with a potty chair, potty seat, uber snazzy panties, a grab bag of treats, a sticker chart, and I even brushed up on my cheer leading skills…I was READY to jump THAT bandwagon. I knew once the time came, I would give it all of[...]

Life on Repeat

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After blogging for 2 1/2 years, you can’t help but feel a tad repetitive. A brillant topic comes to mind, but then you suddenly recall November 2010, when you wrote about that exact.same.thing. It’s real life deja vu, and I struggle with it. I like to believe that what I was thinking, feeling, way back then, is the slightest bit different than how I feel today sitting at my key board. We all grow with time, and even begin to view circumstances differently with each passing day. I think the beauty in blogging, is seeing this transformation within ourselves. Some[...]

Sweet Cream Cones {Recipe}

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Whip up a delicious dessert with NO baking involved? Sign me up for THAT! I try to involve Landyn in my cooking as much as possible. This sweet treat was the perfect option because it was quick and easy, yet allowed my mini assistant and I some time together in the kitchen. Sweet Cream Cones  Ingredients: 2 packages (4 serving size each) JELL-O Instant Pudding, any flavor 8 oz COOL WHIP, thawed mini oreo cookies 10 colored ice cream cones rainbow sprinkles Directions: Mix pudding as directions call. Beat with wire whisk until well blended. Stir in 2 cups of[...]

Group Giveaway Day

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**GIVEAWAY CLOSED** Shop. Blog.   Blog. Twitter. Face book.   Blog. Face book. ……… Winner takes all! mandatory: Follow my blog via bloglovin additional entries: Follow the links listed above and comment for each one visited Good Luck!

Life Lately

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couldn’t resist  night out on the town piggy tails downtown spring baking my pizza date