DISCLOSURE: Some of the links in this post contain affiliate links, which come at no cost to you. Know that I only promote products I personally use and stand behind. To learn more about my affiliates, please review my disclosure policy here. Every day is a good time to talk about fitness goals! While I’ve done lots of physically fit sports and activities as a kid and into my early adulthood, after motherhood was a different story. My body, eating habits and mindset changed after kids and it took a lot to get motivated to get back in shape. However, last summer I got my act together and by fall I completed a 10 MILE race with 3.5 months of training. To clarify, before kids I completed the 5.4 mile leg of a marathon relay and solo 10k race, with both distances challenging me at the time. But I am NOT a long distance runner. Once I turned 35, I created a 40 before Forty list which included the task to “complete a physical challenge.” Last July I signed myself, and somehow convinced a friend, to sign up for a 10 mile race just 3.5 months away. Race day I was nervous but felt confident I could handle it based on my training and even the 7 mile practice run we did the week before. I completed all 10 miles with only walk ... Continue Reading...
Girl’s Weekend in Savannah Georgia
DISCLOSURE: Some of the links in this post contain affiliate links, which come at no cost to you. Know that I only promote products I personally use and stand behind. To learn more about my affiliates, please review my disclosure policy here. If you’re looking for a long weekend away with your girlfriends filled with relaxation, a little bit of history and fun then look no further than this post! Keep reading to see where we stayed, ate and what we did during a girls’ weekend in Savannah Georgia. After 4.5 years of momming it, my bestie and I decided it was time for us to enjoy a long weekend on a girl’s trip - without the family! Long time SOTD readers will remember Allie as the awesome matron of honor who helped throw my bridal shower and later my baby shower, as well as, someone who has shared many of her home projects and DIY creations with my readers. Since both our kids were out of the infant stage and we luckily have supportive husbands to handle the kids back home, we packed our bags, hopped on a plane and enjoyed some bestie time away in warmer weather in historic Savannah! We chose Savannah, Georgia as someplace East Coast friendly for a short flight and one that’s known for its southern belle type ... Continue Reading...
Colorful Unicorn Party
DISCLOSURE: Some of the links in this post contain affiliate links, which come at no cost to you. Know that I only promote products I personally use and stand behind. To learn more about my affiliates, please review my disclosure policy here. When it comes to birthday parties for girls, the unicorn party theme is one of the top trending themes of recent! These fantasy creatures often bring lots of sparkle and magic to a party theme and colorful unicorn party is no different! Come discover one colorful unicorn party filled with lots of glitter, sprinkles and pinterest worthy decorations! Meet Charlotte. She's one lucky girl as she has a super woman for a mother. Charlotte's mom, Laura was a previously coworker of mine, whom I've known even before 7 year old Charlotte was here! Laura is super into spreadsheets and planning and now that she's a mom, she's super into creatively executed birthday parties! (can you tell why we get along?!). Not only is Laura an awesome mom and party planner, but she is also a the owner of a fun Etsy shop, Indigo Ink Boutique that creates customized printables for kids and parties. (You may remember her from this awesome post full of Etsy tips!) She put all her skills together to throw ... Continue Reading...