Last summer I finished a book and the first thing I thought was “I am so jealous of whoever gets to read this book for the first time.” That’s how you know it was a great book! I feel like if you are looking to get into reading, or get out of a reading slump these 5 star books I wish I could read again for the first time will do the trick!   5 Star Books I Wish I Could Read Again For The First Time You With A View by Jessica Joyce: I was hooked from the first page which does not always happen for me. I love Jessica’s writing and her character development and this book got me in all the ..read more

I feel like we blinked and there are only 6 more weeks of school left! Hard to believe I have one kiddo about to be a second grader and another who only has one year of preschool left. With summer coming up it’s time to share some easy end of the school year traditions you can start with your kiddos too! Easy End Of The School Year Traditions   Photos: This is a very obvious one but I always take photos on the first and last day of school. I love to do a side by side comparison and I just think it’s fun. We have little chalkboards for each one that we use for both kids year after year ..read more

The Sephora Spring Savings Event starts THIS Friday for ROUGE members. This is my favorite time of year to stock up on things I constantly repurchase and also to try a few new products! I wanted to share the things worth purchasing at the Sephora Sale that to me make the most sense. Here’s the info on when everyone can shop:   Things Worth Purchasing At The Sephora Sale ILIA Brow Gel, Mascara, Concealer, primer, foundation, eyeliner, powder, and eye palette: I truly think that ILIA makes the best clean makeup! I pretty much wear something from ILIA every day! Kosas Concealer, Mascara ..read more

Happy April! So glad April is here. Not only is it my birthday month (and week) but it’s also just more spring, warmer weather and makes me happy. It’s time to share my April 2024 goals and also take a look at how my March goals went.   April 2024 Goals In March I wanted to… Get my taxes done: Yes thank god Read 4 books: I read 3 Have one date night with Andrew: We did get some dates in Try a new baking recipe: big fail here Survive Andrew traveling for 4 days and me solo parenting: I did survive LOL Get 40th birthday plans done: Yes and excited for all the celebrations Celebrate my mo ..read more

A few years ago a friend told me about how her sister in law takes a weekend away at a hotel once or twice a year for herself. She basically just does whatever she wants all weekend. Sleeps, reads, lays by the pool, gets a massage, orders take out etc. It’s been in my head ever since that it was something I really wanted to do. The timing has never been right because we always have stuff going on. But back in January I booked myself a weekend alone that happens to fall this weekend, the weekend before I turn 40. I wanted to share a little bit about why I am taking a weekend away for myself an ..read more

March is wrapping up and it’s been a minute since I have share things I am currently loving. These are some of my most popular and also favorite posts to write! This is a long list full of some random stuff and also stuff I really think you guys will love!   currently lovingCurrently Loving March 2024 This FP Movement Pullover: I have talked about this on my stories a lot but I got this Free People Movement pullover. I have purchased 2 more since then and I found it on sale at Dicks! Beis belt bag: I was influenced by my friend Lori, this bag is under $50 and holds so much! I think it’s ..read more

Sunny days and warmer temps always make me want to grab some new spring athleisure. Since I spend most of my days wearing comfy athleisure I at least want it to be cute! I feel like it can be overwhelming when searching for new clothes so I rounded up this spring athleisure edit full of different styles, price points, and types of clothing and accessories. Spring Athleisure Edit Spring Athleisure Tops: I love the Align tanks from Lululemon This one from Amazon is super similar to the Align for a fraction of the price This is a VERY cute option from Vuori I love the look of a set with a long ..read more

We got our Peloton in March of 2021 and it has been one of the best investments we have made. It has seriously been a game changer for both Andrew and I. I was worried at first it was all hype, that people didn’t truly love it as much as they led on but I was so wrong. Now that we have had it for almost 3 full years I wanted to give an updated Peloton review 3 years in in case anyone is still on the fence.   Updated Peloton Review 3 Years In (Favorite Classes, Instructors, Tips) Our experience: Andrew and I are very different when it comes to the Peloton. I use it daily and do a wide va ..read more

Well March really snuck up on me. I didn’t even realize I had not posted my March 2024 goals yet! I feel like this year is flying by. But I am so ready for warmer days and months! Time to also take a look at how I did with my February goals! I feel like I had a pretty productive month and that I am finally getting in a good rhythm.   March 2024 Goals In February I wanted to…. Read 4 books: You guys I am STRUGGLING here. I read 2! Do something one on one with each of my kids: Yes Liam and I had a fun date night and Charlotte and I had some fun together too baking. Have one date night wi ..read more

I have been making birthday wishlists on here since I was turning 26 which is kind of wild. I wasn’t going to make one of these because there is really nothing I need but I did think it would be fun! So here is my 40th birthday wishlist. Side note- I feel great about turning 40!   40th Birthday Wishlist New sunglasses: Not a need at all but I haven’t purchased sunglasses in a few years. These are the ones I have my eyes on. Corkcicle Mug: I have a few of these but they are getting a little worn. I would love a white one. LED Face mask: I have heard great things about this and even thoug ..read more