Lace + Skinnies + Blowfish Sandals

Lace + Skinnies + Blowfish Sandals

OOTD from last week! Top is from @mauricesemporia last year or maybe even the year before 😅, jeans are my fave from @americaneagle, sandals are my FAVE from @blowfishmalibu — perfect for summer! I’ve had my extensions from @whiplash_beautybar for two weeks now and am...
Shein Tropical Print Top + Shorts

Shein Tropical Print Top + Shorts

OOTD for this lovely Tuesday. How is everyone doing today? . ❤️ Top from @[380039845369159:274:SHEIN] ❤️ Shorts from @[6857074038:274:American Eagle] ❤️ Knit points from @[9465008123:274:Amazon.com] ❤️ Hair by @[228729653950804:274:Whiplash Beauty Bar] ❤️ Lip gloss in...
Hair Extensions!

Hair Extensions!

😍😍😍 I got my hair done yesterday!! No more short hair! Thanks so much for the gorgeous extensions from Whiplash Beauty Bar — I love them! 🙌 . . . . . . . . . #hair #hairextensions #etx #easttexas #texas #longhair #sohappy #byebyeshorthair #blogger #style...
Wedding Anniversary: Awww So Young

Wedding Anniversary: Awww So Young

The kids have been sick off and on for weeks now, and between work and the fam, I’m way behind on posting here! I do want to share this #flashbackfriday of @pastorchanceh and me in high school. We just celebrated our 15-year wedding anniversary this Wednesday. I’m so...
Texas DL

Texas DL

I finally got my Texas DL today, and I wanted to get a half decent pic, so I did a full face with @ardellbeauty magnetic lashes (watch for an application tutorial soon!) — and Y’ALL, the DMV guy made me laugh just enough that I ended up with a double chin annnnnd he...
Hello Sweater + Bright Shorts

Hello Sweater + Bright Shorts

Today needed a bright and fun OOTD! Thankfully it isn’t raining and no one is sick in our house — finally!! ❤️ Sweater is Time & Tru from @walmart, shorts are thrifted, and these knit points are from Amazon! TTS and comfortable — grab the flats here >>...
Cute New Shoes!

Cute New Shoes!

I took a chance on ordering these knit pointed flats on Amazon, and so far, these are a YES! The soles are a tad slick, but the fit is good (I wear an 8 and bought 8s) AND they are comfortable so far! I’m switching almost all my ballet flats to pointed toe flats...
Three Outfits

Three Outfits

It’s been a long few weeks with everyone getting sick one right after the other — no fun — so I’ve been MIA a lot with posting!! Here are a few of my outfits from this last week, though, with lots of pink, plaid, and patterns. ❤️ #spring #Texas #easttexas #justmoved...
ipsy GlamBag for April!

ipsy GlamBag for April!

One of the reasons I love ipsy GlamBags is because it seriously curtails my impulse shopping for makeup!! Plus, it is super fun getting these adorable bags in the mail each month 🥳 You get FIVE small beauty products plus a makeup bag like this one every month for only...
Easter Hair & Nails!

Easter Hair & Nails!

Easter hair and nails!! ❤️ . . . #beachwaves #pinkhair #braid #easter #easternails #waves #enablemyhabit
Kimono + Lilac Top

Kimono + Lilac Top

#OOTD with a lightweight kimono I got for super cheap on Amazon a couple of years ago. I’m not even sure if I have ever worn it all day or even half a day before 🤷🏻‍♀️ Happy Monday! . . . #easttexas #outfitoftheday #sandals #lilac #kimono #spring #springstyle #ipsy...
Makeup + ipsy April Bag

Makeup + ipsy April Bag

My @ipsy April Glam Bag came today, and I looove this adorable lemon bag! I had to try out the liner and lip stain right away — both are 🙌 The liner was super easy to apply, even with just using my phone as a mirror, and the lip stain went on smoothly and feels great...
Stitch Fix Floral Kimino Gives Me Life

Stitch Fix Floral Kimino Gives Me Life

Same kimono, different day, and definitely not our bathroom, lol. I’m getting so much wear out of this now that we aren’t in a frigid climate zone. Also, how about those rays of sunlight and the dramatic Insta pose of my hair with my faaabulous nails?! 😂😂😂 I’m still...
Dark Floral Top + Skinnies + Sandals

Dark Floral Top + Skinnies + Sandals

Here’s my third OOTD for today if you count me wearing my PJs until lunch! I did my toes earlier since the temps are so warm, and I got out my sandals for the first time this year! Man, I missed the Texas weather!! . . . . #ootd #outfitoftheday #style #spring...
New Light, Who Dis?

New Light, Who Dis?

New light, who dis?? 🤩 I’m sooo glad I finally got a ring light — loooving it!! Natural makeup look with @yensabeauty primer, a dab of @tartecosmetics Amazonian clay foundation on my chinny chin chin, some BB cream (sorry, can’t recall the brand 😬😅), some random...
Fall Style 2018: Black and Brown — Yay for Tall Boot Weather!

Fall Style 2018: Black and Brown — Yay for Tall Boot Weather!

I’ve been waiting for these cooler temps to wear my Lucky brand OTK boots I snagged on an awesome sale awhile back, and they were even better than I expected. I also didn’t wear this vest at all last year when I bought it and finally wore it yesterday! I’m hoping it...
Summer Style: Lace & Shorts with Blowfish Sandals

Summer Style: Lace & Shorts with Blowfish Sandals

I’m so, SO behind on everything in life right now! 🙈 I think I need to put this outfit into my regular summer rotation because I LOVE it! Top is from @veryjane last year and shorts are from @walmart via their new Time & Tru line (which I’ve been loving!). Even...
Almost to my first goal weight

Almost to my first goal weight

Almost to my first goal weight, y’all!! Hot hot pink shorts, stripes, and slip ons for this blistering summer day. Is everyone ready for celebrations tomorrow?
CoverGirl TruBlend Matte Made Foundation

CoverGirl TruBlend Matte Made Foundation

After trying a few foundations, I think I may have found a new love! It’s a drugstore brand and less than $10 (yay!) plus you can build the coverage! I’m wearing one layer of L70 (a light ivory with pink undertones) and my sis @sarakc0814, who recommended this new...
OOTD from Tuesday!

OOTD from Tuesday!

OOTD from Tuesday! Love this dress I got in my recent Stitch Fix! If you haven’t heard of it, Stitch Fix is an AWESOME service for busy women who don’t have time (or access!) to shop at stores. You get 5 pieces to try on at home — keep what you love, send back the...
Hair trimmed (bye bye, split ends)

Hair trimmed (bye bye, split ends)

Hair trimmed (bye bye, split ends and damage!), makeup on, ready for the weekend! Eventually my hair will be long again, but it feels much better shedding those dead ends. Life is like that too sometimes, isn’t it? You have to cut out what’s not healthy, what isn’t...
I’m taken aback sometimes

I’m taken aback sometimes

I’m taken aback sometimes when people online comment that my hair always looks perfect or I always look so put together, in part because I’ve only been trying to look put together and understand a little about style for about two years now, but also because I only...
If you are new to following my posts

If you are new to following my posts

If you are new to following my posts and / or haven’t read my post about WHY I started blogging, please take a minute to read it. Why I Started My Blog I hope you find encouragement today. After two high-profile deaths by mental illness in the last week, this has been...
Yesterday’s makeup!

Yesterday’s makeup!

Yesterday’s makeup! When I run out of the Smashbox Radiance primer sample I got in my BirchBox, I’m buying more for sure! Product list: Smashbox Radiance primer, Almay CC cream foundation, Revlon Insta-Blush, ELF highlighter and bronzer, trèStiQue highlighter, ELF...
We’re with family this weekend

We’re with family this weekend

We’re with family this weekend and having a ton of fun with the fam — after being sick off and on for the last few months, we needed to have some family time! ❤️ Jeggings from American Eagle, top from Stitch Fix
Feeling MUCH better today

Feeling MUCH better today

Feeling MUCH better today, and I probably need some vitamin D after being cooped up! How pretty are these flowers in our neighborhood?! What’s your favorite flower? I waffle between roses and peonies these days. Let me know below
The irony of this face mask

The irony of this face mask

The irony of this face mask I ordered over a week ago showing up today when I have mastitis is not lost on me 😂😅 I’ll post later with how I like it
Check out this adorable top

Check out this adorable top

Check out this adorable top from Target that Becca from @clothedingraceblog shared a couple of weeks ago — love it! Perfect for postpartum and nursing too. Annnnnd these American Eagle flares in short length?! Thrifted!! ❤️ I can wear my Blowfish sandals with...
How cute is this romper?!

How cute is this romper?!

How cute is this romper?! Now if I can just get my husband to agree and not think they are silly 😝 I tried this one on at home via Stitch Fix but decided to sell it — we’ll see if I can change his mind with the romper I have coming on Saturday, lol! Want to try Stitch...
OOTD from Saturday

OOTD from Saturday

OOTD from Saturday, though I ended up switching to shorts before we left the house! Tank from Walmart, AE jeggings, shoes from Target
OOTD // I think maybe I like pink

OOTD // I think maybe I like pink

I’m not sure but I think maybe I like pink…😂😜 Happy Mother’s Day to all those celebrating! 😘 Shorts and shirt are current Time and Tru brand from Walmart, blush sneakers from Maurice’s last year @walmart Time and Tru shorts and shirt 👏👏👏 @mauricesemporia...
Transformation Tuesday!

Transformation Tuesday!

Transformation Tuesday! // This is from last year but is one of my favorite transformations! I found this cute Madewell sweatshirt at Goodwill but wanted to wear it for warmer temps, so I cut off the sleeves and neckline. 10x times better
Four months postpartum

Four months postpartum

Four months postpartum and down 35 pounds from my pregnancy weight — yay!! 20 more to get down to my first goal weight. I’ve been exercising every day and getting in more veggies every meal, and it’s been working so far! I’ll post outfit details in the comments...
OOTD // Embroidered Mules FTW!

OOTD // Embroidered Mules FTW!

OOTD // Embroidered Mules FTW! I’ve been waiting for months to wear these and it was finally warm enough yesterday!! Mules are M&L brand via Zulily with KUT from the Kloth boyfriend jeans and a J.J. Perfection tulip sleeve top from Amazon
OOTD // Casual Style with Florals + Pink Sneakers

OOTD // Casual Style with Florals + Pink Sneakers

OOTD // I escaped the house for a while last night and went to the mall to check out what’s new @mauricesemporia — lots of cute pieces for spring! This top is from @blueporter.boutique last year, high waisted AWESOME jeggings are current from @americaneagle...
BEAUTY // Brush or blender?

BEAUTY // Brush or blender?

BEAUTY // Brush or blender? I currently have this foundation brush (which I love!) but am ordering some of these blenders to compare! What do you use? Have you tried both? Makeup brushes >> https://amzn.to/2HQ85CW Beauty blenders >>...
I Love Pink: Trying Younique Addiction #5

I Love Pink: Trying Younique Addiction #5

Tried the Younique Addiction #5 palette this week and loooove the end result of mixing just a few colors! I also did a pre-review test of a Maybelline mascara and 👏👏👏 so far, so good
Crock Pot Express / Instant Pot Baked Potatoes

Crock Pot Express / Instant Pot Baked Potatoes

FOOD // What’s for dinner at your house tonight? We’re going super simple with baked potatoes and steamed broccoli with salad and creamed corn on the side — but this time, I’m trying a pressure cooker method for baking the potatoes!! We have a Crock Pot Express (and...
Spring Style: Tropical Leggings + Oka B Georgia Ballet Flats

Spring Style: Tropical Leggings + Oka B Georgia Ballet Flats

How super cute are these bright floral mix print leggings from Walmart — and less than $6?! I love them!! A perfect match for my new fave Oka-B Georgia ballet flats in Poppy. Get $10 off when you shop through my referral link —> Shop Oka-B
Gwynnie Bee: Box #1, Julian Taylor Jumpsuit

Gwynnie Bee: Box #1, Julian Taylor Jumpsuit

Yay or nay? I’ve never owned a jumpsuit…this feels a bit too long on me AND needs a bralette, but it’s nursing friendly and comfortable! I wasn’t sold on it but got great feedback in the Outfit of the Day group earlier. It came in my trial of Gwynnie Bee — lots...