Shop This Post: I’m all about breathable, comfortable and cute looks, especially when the humidity starts to amp up in June. We have a lot going on in June with trips, teen activities, etc. and then we get a much needed breather in July. Although I enjoy spending a lot of time outside in the summer,… >> View Post
Casual Pink Plaid Pantsuit Look & a Dressy Look w/ Ruffles
Shop This Post: Tux Ruffle Top c/o Cabi Happy Thursday, friends! I am trying to recover from ALL the things that have been going on recently, such as Autumn’s 8th grade class trip that I chaperoned, Nathan’s birthday, graduation, etc., etc. And, now I’m adjusting to the teens being home for the summer (they are… >> View Post
How Solar Panel Maintenance Works
Solar panels are built to withstand hail, strong winds, and other harsh weather conditions. They’re made of tempered glass, which helps protect them from breaking and bending. As long as they’re clean, panels should stay in good condition throughout a solar system’s lifetime. Nevertheless, some maintenance is still required to keep them operating effectively. Cleaning… >> View Post
Friday Five {May 2023}
Happy Friday Everyone! One – Confirmation AND 8th Grade Graduation for Autumn!! Happy Friday, friends! I can’t believe it… I officially have TWO high schoolers now! How does this happen?! I started this blog when Autumn was a newborn. Time goes OH so quickly. I am so glad she was able to have a NORMAL… >> View Post
Let’s Get This Summer Started w/ Breathable Fabrics & Fun Prints!
Shop This Post: Mingle Kimono c/o Cabi Ava Gold 9″ White Hand Bag c/o Teddy Blake (Multiple Colors, Includes Cross Body Strap) Happy Thursday, friends! NEXT week I will not be posting AT ALL!! I will be on Autumn’s 8th grade trip with her and then I was gifted Jury Duty for the Monday after… >> View Post
The Perfect Starter Shaving Package for Your Teen Daughter!
Shop the Post: There are a lot of firsts in the teen years and when my daughter approached me that she was ready to begin shaving her legs, I wanted the occasion to be special! In her preteen years, I had started her out with a chunky and unattractive battery operated shaver, but eventually she… >> View Post
Friday Five {April 2023}
Happy Friday Everyone! One – Easter & Latest Happenings Happy Friday, friends! Well, I hope you all had a blessed Easter! We had some heavy stuff weighing on us this weekend for the week ahead, but we always find comfort in what Jesus did for us. Thankfully, my husband made it through a surgery he… >> View Post
2 Sheer & Flowing Spring Blouses, Perfect with a Skirt or Denim!
Shop This Post: Poppy Blouse c/o Cabi Floral Earrings c/o Rural Cute Creations Ava Gold 9″ White Hand Bag c/o Teddy Blake (Multiple Colors, Includes Cross Body Strap) Happy Thursday, friends! One of my favorite parts of the early spring is seeing all of the trees start to bloom and the bulbs that emerge from… >> View Post
Recap Of My 18th Half Marathon – St. Louis Go! 2023
LIFE UPDATE: Hey all… I am going to be cutting back to about 1 post a week (from 2), unless I can manage more. And, if I just happen to drop off for a bit, I’ll be back. I’m just trying to juggle all the balls right now. We got some devastating news recently in… >> View Post
Recent Favorite Purchases from Amazon {April 2023}
Shop This Post: Happy Tuesday, friends! I’m back with another Amazon Recent Purchases post! Today I’m sharing some Spring items, some cleaning products that work GREAT for me and a few odds and ends. Let’s get started!! Harney & Sons Earl Grey Supreme, Black Tea I picked this tea up at World Market and it… >> View Post
Friday Five {March 2023}
Happy Friday Everyone! One – Latest Happenings Happy Friday, friends! The teens always have such an early Spring break in mid-March and one tradition we have is to have tea time at The London Tea Room. They have moved into a larger building since we had tea there last year. It was a fun time!… >> View Post
The Allure of Rome: Ideas for Venturing to Italy
After a few years of crisis in the world, you might want to think about having a family break. This can allow you to start seeing more of what the world has to offer, and have fun doing so. If you have decided on Italy as your destination, you might want to think about some… >> View Post