WENCH! TROLLOP! You bucktoothed mop riding firefly from hell… ~ Billy Butcherson Billy Butcherson has been awakened from the dead and has graced us with his presence this Halloween. Ever since Hocus Pocus was released in 1993 it has easily become one of my all time favorite Halloween movies…one that we watch every single year and one that the kids have grown to love as well. We were so excited when Hocus Pocus 2 was released this year so of course I wanted to celebrate the second movie release by dressing as Billy Butcherson, one of our favorite zombie characters. I found the perfect Hocus Po ..read more

This Halloween, I was inspired by our love of Star Wars. We started watching Star Wars as a family within the last several years and we’ve been big fans ever since! Some of the most mysterious and intriguing characters are from the Dark Side of the Force so this year, I decided to create a Darth Maul Halloween costume. Darth Maul…also known as Maul is the son of Dathomir, a powerful Zabrak warrior, a disgraced Sith Lord, a feared criminal Lord and is seeking revenge against Obi-Wan…his arch nemesis. Becoming Darth Maul was a lot of fun and allowed me to tap into the Dark Side of the Force. Al ..read more

Where has summer gone?! Time always passes quickly when you are having fun and we’ve truly been enjoying every bit of summer. We start back to school in early August so we are already starting to prepare by getting together our school supplies, backpacks, locker swag, etc. Every couple of years, the kids get to pick out a new backpack, which is one of their favorite things to pick out for back to school. We’ve always loved Vera Bradley backpacks…their prints are colorful and fun, they are comfortable to carry, they are sturdy and they are made to last. Today, I’m sharing a Vera Bradley backpa ..read more

Summer is officially here and we are enjoying lots of get togethers with friends and family…we hope you all are doing the same! From pool parties, to cookouts, to holiday gatherings, birthday celebrations, and beach vacations…summertime is truly one of our favorite times of year! I’m always on the lookout for great summer gift ideas for friends and family…those we are gathering with and those we are celebrating birthdays with as well. Vera Bradley has so many beautiful gift options for all who are hosting this summer and for all who are celebrating a birthday…maybe you are looking for the per ..read more

Can you believe that Christmas is 6 days away?! We are counting down the days…Reins & Addison are getting more and more excited with each passing day! We are officially on Christmas break now and we are settling in for a lot of family time over the next couple of weeks! Before settling in, I need to wrap up my Christmas shopping and finish getting everything wrapped! Have you finished all of your Christmas shopping and have you checked your list twice?! If you are anything like me, I shop right up until Christmas and although I have the majority of my shopping done, there are still a few ..read more

Walmart knocked it out of the park this fall when it comes to chic, cozy, affordable pieces and I’m excited to shared many of my recent November Walmart fashion finds with you! From awesome sets, to elevated sweaters, to a cozy pullover, high waisted jeans, great slouch booties, to a Moto jacket that can be dressed up or down, to the most gorgeous dresses…Walmart truly has every woman’s style, size, and budget in mind! Let’s start with sets…this leopard print hoodie and matching joggers are so soft and perfect for lounging in. You can also wear this set out and about to run errands. Feel put ..read more

Shopping for a great pair of jeans can be stressful and there have been many times where I have left a fitting room feeling frustrated. I often times find myself asking…will I find a pair that not only fits my curves, but also has the perfect amount of stretch, is the perfect length, has the right amount of distressing…and so on?! A lot of jeans are not made to fit all shapes and sizes but I’m here to tell you that Sophia jeans collection from Walmart does exactly that! They truly are made to fit all shapes and sizes. Her denim is made to fit a woman’s curves while also slimming in all of the ..read more

I’ve always heard that 40 is fabulous and I have to agree…it truly is…at least so far! As I write this, I’ve only been 40 for a hot minute but I knew before today even came that I was going to embrace my new age and look forward to a brand new decade ahead…a decade in my 40’s….WHOA, that just got real! Eeeekkk…I’m 40 y’all, WOW! This year has been an eye opener in so many ways…life can change in a heart beat (as we all know), nothing is ever guaranteed, and life is so precious. I’m so very grateful for the life I have been blessed with, for the amazing family and friends that I have, and for ..read more

Margaritas have always been one of my favorite cocktails to enjoy, especially on hot summer days! From classic, to strawberry, to spicy…what’s not to enjoy when it comes to a fresh margarita?! Most recently, I’ve been enjoying spicy jalapeño margaritas and decided to create a jalapeño mango margarita! It’s the perfect balance of spicy and sweet! You’ll want to be sure to save this to your favorites or pin this to Pinterest for easy reference! You could also easily swap out the mango for peaches, pineapples, or strawberries and it would be just as delicious! Jalapeño Mango Margarita INGREDIEN ..read more

Today I’m excited to share how we turned a small unused patio space in our backyard into one of our favorite new spaces to sit and watch the sunset with new outdoor furniture and decor from Walmart! I had a general idea of how I wanted this small space to look and once I began browsing outdoor furniture on Walmart’s DIY & DONE page, my vision started coming to life. Immediately, I found myself gravitating towards these gorgeous Safavieh Mopani Outdoor Adirondack chairs with a natural finish. Not only are they affordable but they are excellent quality and look even more beautiful in person ..read more