Blue, Metallics & A Different Take On Strawberry Shortcake

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I want to start off this post by thanking everyone for their sweet and thoughtful comments. You guys are the reason why I love putting my posts together, everyday!!!!  I’m sorry if I sounded negative. Sometimes we all just need to vent and that’s what I needed to do on Friday. I promise that I won’t let the numbers get to me. I love doing this blog and I love all the great friends I’ve made and readers that follow me. You guys are truly the best.

Next I want to thank Ginny from My New Favorite Outift for her shout out to me on her blog Sunday. It made my day :) . Check her blog out, she always finds the most amazing pieces at her local Thrift store. I wish I was that lucky.

Also MJ from Outfit Posts posted my yellow tank top 2 different ways in her series One piece, Two ways Spring Edition. Check that out as well.

Thanks ladies for giving my blog some love!!!! :)

Many of you guys responded to my question in Friday’s post: pictures taken inside or outside? You guys like outside pictures better. I will do my best to take pictures outside but when it rains it will have to be inside.

Onto today’s outfit. Since the weather here really can’t make up it’s mind, I thought wearing cropped jeans, a t-shirt, cardigan and metallic flats is the perfect outfit for running errands. Great mominform ladies!!!! Comfortable, casual yet fashionable :)

J Crew Necklace

Cardigan (Old Navy). Jeans (R W & Co.). T-Shirt (J Crew). Necklace (J Crew). Flats (Aldo). Purse (Fossil c/o The Bay).

J Crew Necklace

Strawberry Shortcake

I was checking out my weekly Thrifty’s flyer and they had Organic strawberries on sale. I thought since it’s the long weekend, I could make some Strawberry Shortcake. Instead of making it the regular way, I thought I would add my own flair to it.

1. Start by making the vanilla cake. I use Martha Stewart’s recipe for Vanilla Cupcakes and make it into a cake instead of cupcakes. So yummy :) .

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups cake flour, not self-rising
  • 1 1/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Spray your 8×11″ pan with non-stick spray. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine flours, sugar, baking powder, and salt; mix on low speed until combined. Add butter, mixing until just coated with flour.

Martha's Stewarts Vanilla Cupcake Recipe

Martha's Stewarts Vanilla Cupcake Recipe

Martha's Stewarts Vanilla Cupcake Recipe

Martha's Stewarts Vanilla Cupcake Recipe

Martha's Stewarts Vanilla Cupcake Recipe

2. In a large glass measuring cup, whisk together eggs, milk, and vanilla. With mixer on medium speed, add wet ingredients in 3 parts, scraping down sides of bowl before each addition; beat until ingredients are incorporated but do not overbeat.

Martha's Stewarts Vanilla Cupcake Recipe

Martha's Stewarts Vanilla Cupcake Recipe

Martha's Stewarts Vanilla Cupcake Recipe

3. Put the batter into a 8 x 11″ pan and bake between 40-50, until a cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean.

Martha's Stewarts Vanilla Cupcake Recipe

Martha's Stewarts Vanilla Cupcake Recipe

4. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool for 10 mins, after which you remove from pan and allow to sit on wire rack until cool completely.

Martha's Stewarts Vanilla Cupcake Recipe

5. While the cake is cooling you can whip the cream. Place whipping cream into a mixer using the whisk attachment and whisk it until it forms the cream. I also add some vanilla sugar to make it a little sweeter.

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6. Once the cake has cooled I cut it into small pieces 1-2″ pieces. This is how it differs from the traditional Strawberry Shortcake. Instead of making it all pretty and making different layers, I thought it would be fun to make it into do it your own Strawberry Shortcake. This way you can add as much or as little whipped cream, cake and strawberries as you want.

7. Cut up the strawberries.

Martha Stewart's Vanilla Cake

All the ingredients you need : cake, whipped cream and strawberries.

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Now it’s your turn, have fun with it by making it your own. Kids love this and it’s super yummy.

The Final Product:

Strawberry Shortcake

This is a great way to get your kids involved in making something and it tastes super yummy. My son loved it!!!!

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May this blog inspire you to make your own version of Strawberry Shortcake.

Happy Tuesday Everyone!!!

Stripes, Giveaway & How To Style A Maxi Skirt

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Happy Victoria Day Everyone!!!! I worked yesterday so today we are going to take it easy. Gymnastics, the park (hopefully, if it doesn’t rain), lunch, a nap and then hopefully bbq some hamburgers. This is what I am wearing today: a striped top, fedora, leggings and a jean jacket. A nice casual outfit for a long weekend Monday.

Striped Top

Top & Jean Jacket (Gap). Leggings (Jacob). Shoes Toms c/o Aritzia). Bracelets (Stella & Dot, Ily Couture). Watch (Coach). Purse (J Crew).

Striped Top

Different Ways of Styling a Maxi Skirt

A few weeks ago, a friend of mine asked me different ways of styling a Maxi skirt. Below are 2 different ways to wear a maxi skirt. The first look I added a chambray shirt, statement necklace and kept the  shoes simple by adding a sandle, a great tote and some simple bracelets.

Maxi Skirt

Maxi Skirt (Gap). Chambray Top (Gap). Jewelry (Stella & Dot). Sandals (Gap). Purse (J Crew).

For the second look, I added a white t-shirt shirt, jean jacket and some colour with a red wedge, statement necklace and tote bag.

Maxi Skirt

Skirt (Gap). Jean Jacket (Old Navy). Toms (Aritzia). T-Shirt (J Crew). Statement Necklace & Bracelet (Stella & Dot). Tote (Stella & Dot).

The key to both looks is to make it your own by adding your favorite jean jacket, t-shirt, sandal, jewelry or purse. It’s about making it work for you. So if you are planning on buying a maxi skirt and wonder how to style it, check out your closet before you purchase a skirt. Then you can plan what colour and style of skirt to buy and you will know what you have at home to wear with it. The biggest mistake women make is buying a skirt or any item for that matter, and not thinking about what they have that will go with it. Plan ahead, know what you have in your closet and that will help you style the things you buy.

Giveaway!!!!

Stella & Dot Soar Earrings

I’m giving away these gorgeous Stella & Dot Soar Earrings on my blog today!!!! To enter, follow the instructions of the Rafflecopter below.

Contest is open to both Canada and the US and you must be 18 years and older to enter. Contest runs from Monday May 20, 2013 12:00 am to Sunday May 26, 2012 midnight PST. The winner will be announced Monday May 27 and will be contacted via email. They will have 48 hrs to claim the prize, otherwise a new winner will be drawn.

Good luck Everyone!!!!
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May this blog inspire you to purchase a maxi skirt and give it your own flair.

Happy Victoria Day Everyone!!!!

 

Polka Dots, Outfit Recap & What To Wear This Long Weekend

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I want to start of this post by thanking Ada from Elegance & Mommyhood for her shout out to me in  her post yesterday. I really appreciate it. Thank you Ada for your beautiful write up and summary of my blog and of my fashion. Please check out her blog: Elegance & Mommyhood.

I also want to acknowledge that I know I haven’t done a link up in a while. Life is busy but I’m also working on a weekly link up. I’m waiting for my button from the fabulous Jane Kim and then we will resume.

This is what I am wearing today: my pink polka cropped pants, white top and ballet flats. We are headed to a playdate today, so I thought this would be a great outfit to socialize and chase after Aiden in.

Gap Polka Dot Legging Jean

Top (Jacob). Pants (Gap). Shoes (Aldo). Necklace & Arm Candy (Stella & Dot). Purse (Banana Republic).

Gap Polka Dot Legging Jean

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Outfit Recap

I’m experimenting with where to take my pictures. I have a small digital camera, nothing special and lighting is definitely an issue. Do you guys prefer pictures inside or outside?

Thoughts on this week’s events: A little of this and a little of that…

It’s been a busy and somewhat discouraging week. Although I’m happy with my blog and the fact that now I finally have a logo and buttons, I’m discouraged by the numbers. I know that I didn’t start this blog for numbers and it shouldn’t be about numbers, but lets be honest, it is about numbers!!! People are always asking me what my unique and monthly pageviews are. Last month, I felt like this blog was picking up momentum and this month, I feel like I am moving backwards. So yes I’m extremely discouraged. I’m a busy mom, that works on the weekends, makes cakes/cupcakes on the side and tries to spend some time with my husband. I put a lot of hard work and effort into it and it seems like it’s all in vain.

With that said, being negative and feeling sorry for myself won’t  help my numbers and it certainly won’t encourage me to keep going. I’ve decided to fuck the numbers and continue to focus on quality. That’s what matters. I want to continue to focus on those that read my blog each and every day and leave me thoughtful and supportive comments. Nothing makes me happier then when I receive a comment that you bought a boyfriend jacket and you love it, or that you bought a pair of polka dot pants and you feel fabulous in it. At the end of the day that is what I want for my blog: for women to read it and be inspired to purchase things that make them feel pretty!!! :) So I promise that I will try and stay positive and please keep all the comments coming. I do read each and every one and I also do respond to them all. So thank you for all your support, I do really appreciate it. Thank you for listening.

On a more positive note my favorite moments with my son this week were when we made a bed downstairs on the area rug, brought pillows down, watched a movie, ate popcorn and then Aiden made a delicious spread of toy food for me. It was so much fun. The other great moment was when we pretended to sing opera, like a duet. It’s high and painful to listen to I’m sure, but boy did we have fun horsing around :) .

I wanted to mention that, although I’m not the biggest fan of Angelina Jolie, I commend her for her bravery in coming out and sharing her story about her prophylactic double mastectomy. I’m glad that she has decided to come out and share her story so that women don’t feel so alone in their decision. I can’t begin to imagine how hard that must have been for Angelina and how hard it is for other women.

I wanted to share this quote from Will Smith. I thought it was quite fitting and true.

Will Smith Quote

Last but not least, I just remembered a few days ago that this weekend is the May long weekend. I thought it was next weekend. Anyways below is an outfit I put together for the long weekend. It’s perfect for a picnic, going to the park, or just hanging out at home.

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May this blog inspire you to:

  • put together a fabulous outfit for the long weekend
  • be silly with your kids and make a bed in your living room
  • support the women in your life
  • be there for your friends in good times and in bad
  • stay positive and focus on the good and not the bad
  • have a fabulous long weekend.

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Happy Long Weekend Everyone and stay tuned for a giveaway on Monday’s post. Stella & Dot… :)

 

 

What I Wore To Work Link Up: Shirtdress

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Another new feature to my blog has been finally added!!! Buttons!!! HOORAY :) If anyone is interested in swapping buttons please email me at vodkainfusedlemonade@gmail.com.

Today I am linking up with Tara from Mix & Match Fashion and Bri from Work Clothes, I Suppose for their What I Wore To Work Link Up. Shirtdresses are huge for Spring. They are perfect to throw on with a pair of flats, wedges or heels.  I’ve had this one forever. I also haven’t worn it in forever, so I thought it would be the perfect opportunity to start wearing it again. I paired this dress with cute brown bow wedges and a great tote for the perfect Spring outfit.

Shirtdress

Shirtdress (Smartset). Wedges (Aldo). Necklace (Banana Republic). Arm Candy (The Bay & Stella & Dot). Watch (Michael Kors). Purse (J Crew).

Shirtdress

Here are some great shirtdress options from the Gap.

Gap Shirtdresses

May this blog inspire you to purchase a shirtdress this Spring.

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Happy Thursday Everyone!!!!

3 Fabulous Ways of Wearing Yellow & Closet Revamp

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Before I get today’s post, did you guys notice anything new on my blog??? I’m so excited!!! I finally got things to work last night after putting my son to bed. I have to say THANK GOD FOR YOUTUBE VIDEOS!!!! They are so helpful and have saved my sanity. Anyways, did you guess? I FINALLY HAVE A LOGO!!!!!!!!! I’M SO EXCITED!!!!! Thank you to my friend Jane, from Jane Kim who designed this amazing logo. I feel like I’m finally making some progress. I still have much work ahead of me but this is a fabulous start.

For today’s post, I’m linking up with Marion from Marionberry Style for her trend of the month link-up: yellow. I thought I would show 3 different ways of wearing yellow: going to the park, running errands and going out. Today I’m wearing the second look: running errands.

Yellow Cardigan

Cardigan (Jacob). T-Shirt & Purse (Gap). Shorts (Reitmans). Necklace (J Crew). Hat (Aritzia). Bracelet (The Bay). Watch (Michael Kors). Shoes (Steve Madden).

Yellow Cardigan

Yellow Tank Top

Jean Jacket & Red Crop Pants (Gap). Tank Top (Jacob). Shoes (Aldo). Purse (J Crew). Necklace (Banana Republic). Bracelet (Etsy). Watch (Michael Kors).

Yellow Tank Top

Yellow Tank Top

Jacket (H & M). Top (Jacob). Pants (Gap). Shoes (Aldo). Purse (Banana Republic). Necklace (J Crew). Arm Candy (Stella & Dot). Watch (Michael Kors).

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Closet Revamp

About a month ago I did a local giveaway to have your closet revamped. The lucky winner, Karen, also a friend of mine, won and we spent Saturday evening going through her closet and reorganizing it. Armed with some fabulous white wine we began the task of sorting through her closet. Below is a picture of her closet before.

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Karen is busy mother to 2 boys: ages 6 and 4. She explained to me that she hadn’t cleaned out her closet in years. Some advice I gave to Karen that I will pass along to you readers is to clean out your closet every Spring and Fall. It’s a good way to keep tabs on what you have, donate what you don’t wear anymore, and see where the gaps are in your wardrobe. Karen, like many, keeps both her Spring/Summer clothes with her Fall/Winter ones. I find it’s much easier to organize and keep organized if you separate your clothes into those 2 categories. Also organizing your closet is way more fun with a friend over a glass/bottle of wine.

Below are pictures during our purge.

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We started at the top of the closet with her t-shirts. We organized them into everyday ones, lounging around the house ones and work out ones. We systematically went through her closet. She told me that she had jeans in there that she hadn’t seen in years. The other thing Karen did was try on everything. That way we knew it fit her and we could then decide if it was worth keeping. So ladies, another piece of advice: try on your clothes!!! It will help you tremendously to decide if you’re going to keep it or not.

Once we were finished, we put Karen’s things back in an organized fashion. Cardigans went with cardigans, cami’s went with cami’s, dresses went with dresses, etc, you get the idea. That is my next piece of advice: organize your closet such that you put similar things together. It’s so much easier to find things that way. I also recommended that she put her shoes in a shoe box and label them that way they are more organized and easier to find.

The final reveal…

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Her closet all organized!!!! Everything on one hanger. Ladies don’t put more than one item on one hanger!!!! Also purchase some skirt hangers. They are fabulous and well worth it.

Like I mentioned above, by going through your closet you can see where the gaps are in items that you need. Here are things I recommended for Karen:

  • no more t-shirts (she has an extensive collection)!!!
  • buy things that are jewel toned.
  • purchase some boyfriend blazers.
  • purchase a white crisp oxford shirt and a chambray shirt
  • buy some cropped pants.
  • purchase some more colourful blouses.
  • buy more colour.
  • purchase a white pair of pants.

Karen had some great basics in her closet. All she needs are some completer pieces like blazers and she needs to infuse some colour into her wardrobe. I have to admit that for many years, I wore t-shirts and things that were mainly black, blue and white. I’m so glad that I have deviated from that, because I’m loving all the fabulous colours and patterns out there.

Thank you Karen for being my guinea pig. Hope you are enjoying your new closet.

May this blog inspire you to get together with a friend and purge your closet.

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Happy Hump Day Everyone!!!!

 

Pink, Printed Pant & Mother’s Day!!!

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Happy Post Mother’s Day. I had a fabulous weekend, how was yours? Before I get to it, this is what I am wearing today: a pink Tippi sweater, printed cropped pants, ballet flats and my jean jacket. The weather can’t decide on what it wants to do. One minute it’s raining, the next it’s sunny. Perfect outfit for running errands in unpredictable weather.

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Jean Jacket & Pants (Gap). Sweater (J Crew). Flats (Aldo). Necklace (Joe Fresh). Bracelet (The Bay). Watch (Michael Kors).

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Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day started a bit early for me. I am a VIB member of Sephora, which means that I get emails about different promotions. They sent me a free makeover voucher and I was finally able to use it. Thursday night before heading out to my girl’s night, a friend and I headed over to Sephora for a free makeover. My make up artist, Athena, was the same one who did my face at Christmas time. She did an amazing job. I love the colours she used. I couldn’t stop staring at my eye makeup. Love it!!!! Check it out.

Sephora Makeover

On Sunday the boys let me sleep in until just after 8 and then my son could no longer hold in his excitement and with the most enthusiasm I have ever seen, woke me up with a “Happy Mother’s Day”. The kid was so excited that he jumped right onto me in bed. They brought me a latte, a home made card and some flowers my son picked out. Once downstairs, my husband showed me the rest of my present. He made me a collage of our son’s 4th Birthday. Well that just put me right into the ugly cry.

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Aiden’s home made card for me

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I was then made home made french toast, topped with whipped cream and strawberries. That was the beginning of my gastronomic feast.

French Toast

My son fell asleep on our way to Granville Island

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We took a detour on the way to parking for the water taxi, so I could get my “pain au chocolate” from my favorite French bakery. Then since we were in the neighbourhood, I stopped at the Tea Merchant for my favorite Early Grey tea.

Waiting for the Water Taxi to take us to Granville Island

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For lunch we went to this amazing restaurant on Granville Island called “Edible Canada“, where everything is local. The food was absolutely amazing and the portions were huge. Definitely a family friendly establishment.

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My son took the next 2 pictures. He did a good job!!!

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Our Brunch, AMAZING!!!! What I ordered

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My husband’s order

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Aiden’s order

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What trip to Granville Island is complete without visiting the kids market!!!?? Aiden had the time of his little life.

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Headed back to our car via the water taxi

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A little FYI, next time you want to go to Granville Island park under the Burrard Street Bridge and take the water taxi over. The ride is only 3 mins long and you don’t have to fight for parking. You have to pay for both parking and the water taxi, but the time you save in not fighting for parking is so worth it. Plus it’s fun taking the water taxi.

We finished off our evening with take out Thai.

Thank you to my boys for such an amazing and special Mama’s Day. I had a blast and I am so blessed to have you monkeys in my life.

May this blog inspire you to try taking the water taxi to Granville Island next time and to try out Edible Canada.

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Happy Tuesday Everyone!!! For all your BC readers, don’t forget to go out and vote!!!!

White Botton Shirt, Boyfriend Jeans & Spring Must Have Trends

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Happy Monday Everyone. Hope you all had a great Mother’s Day!!!! I had a fabulous weekend. I’ll share all about it in tomorrow’s post. This is what I am wearing today: a white button shirt, boyfriend jeans and my bow ballet flats. The sunshine has left us and we are back to rain. Let’s hope it doesn’t last long and the hot, sunny weather returns soon :) .

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Top & Jeans (Gap). Flats (Aldo). Bracelet (Ily Couture). Watch (Coach). Purse (J Crew).

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I thought I would share my favorite Spring must have trends that are perfect for any woman especially the busy mom on the go. Here they are:

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Maxi Dress/ Jean Jacket/ White Oxford Shirt/ Statement Necklace/ Tote/ Toms/ Nailpolish/ Boyfriend Jean/ Printed Crop Pant

May this blog inspire you to spruce up your Spring wardrobe with some of these amazing trends.

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Happy Monday Everyone!!!

Week Outfit Recap, My Impressions Of Target & What Being A Mom Means To Me

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I wanted to thank everyone for their comments regarding my post about my bloggers conference. I’m really excited about the new design for my blog. Can’t wait to show it to you all. It’s almost ready!! :)

This is what I wore yesterday: my maxi dress, jean jacket, sandals and a statement necklace. I’ve been eagerly waiting months to start wearing my maxi dress. I was in Target yesterday and this woman came out of nowhere, told me that she loved my dress and proceeded to open my jean jacket to get a better look at my dress. I wasn’t sure what to do or say. She seemed harmless and really liked my dress. I took it as a compliment. Has that ever happened to anyone else?

Maxi Dress

Maxi Dress (Old Navy). Jean Jacket (Gap). Sandals (Aldo). Purse & Necklace (J Crew). Arm Candy (Stella & Dot). Watch (Michael Kors).

Maxi Dress

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This is what I am wearing today: my grey bermuda shorts, black simple top, my flower sandals and my jean jacket. This is definitely a staple and a must have outfit for a mom on the go. It’s comfortable, stylish and allows me to chase after my son at the park.

Mom on the go Outfit

Jean Jacket & T-Shirt (Gap). Shorts (R W & Co.). Sandals (Steve Madden). Purse (Coach). Arm Candy (Stella & Dot, The Bay). Necklace (My Name Necklace).

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Recap of my outfits this week

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Which one is your favorite? I think mine is the maxi dress with the jean jacket.

So yesterday I finally went to the new Target store that opened up near my house. I’ve heard good and bad reviews. This is what I found:

  • Prices are comparable to Walmart.
  • Greater selection of certain products.
  • Great kids products selection.
  • They carry Seventh Generation products. Cheaper than my local grocery store.
  • Closer to my house than Walmart is.
  • They have a pretty good shoe collection for women. Fell in love with this nude patent pair with studded heels. (did not buy it).
  • Their women’s section is pathetic. No where near as good as the one in the states.
  • Their diapers are cheaper than Walmart.
  • They price match.

So will I go to the new Target? Yes because:

  1. It’s closer to my house than Walmart is
  2. Prices are similar to that of Walmart
  3. I’m hoping that they get a better selection of women’s fashion.

What Being A Mom Means To Me

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A few months back a few bloggers did a series on what being a mom means to them. It got me thinking about what being a mom means to me.

Being a mom means sacrificing many things and that started for me at 4 weeks into my pregnancy. I had such bad morning sickness that I had to give up coffee until well into my 6th month (yes you can drink coffee if you’re pregnant, just as long as you stick to 1 cup and you drank it before you were pregnant). For many of us we begin the sacrifice of giving up alcohol once we start trying. I have to say that was by far the easiest thing to give up until Christmas hit and then it sucked.

Being a mom means getting up in the middle of the night, countless times.

Being a mom means sleep deprivation!!!

Being a mom means my heart melting when Aiden told me that “he loved me” for the first time.

Being a mom means being a super hero to my son.

Being a mom means watching my son grow and excel at things.

Being a mom means cuddling with my son when he feels sad, kissing a boo boo and chasing the monsters away.

Being a mom means falling in love with cars, trucks, firetrucks, garbage trucks, bugs, and anything boy related.

Being a mom means reading the same Curious George story over and over again to a smiling hooligan.

Being a mom means fighting back the tears when I see my son hurt.

Being a mom means learning when to apologize to my son.

Being a mom means being accountable for what I do, because I have a little person watching every little thing I do and say.

Being a mom means trying to find a balance between motherhood and who I was before I had Aiden.

Being a mom means doing the right thing even when it’s the hardest thing in the world.

Being a mom means discipline, structure and routine.

Being a mom means endless hugs and kisses.

Being a mom means countless pillow fights and tickle fights.

Being a mom means having my patience tried, many, many times a day.

Being a mom means learning to say no.

Being a mom means learning about who you are and what you are capable of.

Being a mom means you’re much stronger than you think.

Being a mom means sleep deprivation, sore nipples and recovering from your delivery.

Being a mom means adjusting to your new role as a restaurant to your child.

Being a mom means learning to be a mom.

Being a mom means learning you can’t do everything (I’m still struggling with that one).

Being a mom means learning to let go of your child and letting them make their own mistakes.

Being a mom means learning to guide our children until they become adults and to let them go to make their own lives.

Being a mom means learning to fight for your child.

Being a mom means learning to buy multiples of your child’s favorite toy.

I could go on and on. Being Aiden’s mom means the world to me. Watching him grow every day and develop into this little human is the most amazing thing in the world.

May this blog inspire you to put together your own fabulous mom-on-the-go outfit, to check out the new Target store and to think about what being a mom means to you.

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Happy Mother’s Day to all you fabulous mothers out there!!!!

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The Bloglovin’ Collective Party!!!!

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I’m super excited to be co-hosting with BreAnna the Bloglovin’ Collective on today’s post. I hope you link up and check out all the fabulous blogs!!! :)

Bloglovin Blog Hop

Welcome to the weekly Bloglovin Collective party!
There are many out there in Blogland like it, but this is THE Bloglovin’ hop you do not want to miss.

YOUR HOST:
Bre @ Peacoats & Plaid
CO-HOSTS:
Lauren @ Simply Free
Send an email to peacoatsnplaid(at)gmail(dot)com if you want to get on the co-hosting list



White, Boyfriend Jean, Sparkly Bling and What I learned At My Blogger Conference

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This is what I am wearing today: a white tank top, boyfriend jeans, my bow ballet flats and my sparkly necklace. It’s still feels more like Summer than Spring here, not complaining. They are calling for rain on Mother’s Day :( .

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Tank Top & Jeans (Gap). Shoes (Aldo). Purse (Olivia & Joy). Bracelet (Stella & Dot). Watch (Michael Kors). Necklace (J Crew).

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What I learned at my blogger conference

Last week I had the chance to go to a blogger conference, my first. It was very informative. I met some great people and it was nice to put a face to a name. My head was quite full by the time I left. These are some of the key points/notes I took away from the conference:

  • use social media ie. twitter, facebook, instagram, blog loving, etc.
  • engage the readers; include them in what you’re doing
  • set goals
  • content is important
  • build a mission for your blog: what is your focus???
  • ensure your design looks professional
  • make a media kit (includes blog name, bio, contact info, stats, demographics, etc).
  • ensure you have proper disclosure. Check out FTC for more information or socialmediaexplorer.com
  • network!!!!!

How to make money???

  • affiliates
  • sponsorship
  • spokesperson
  • you may need to work for free to get some experience
  • you have to look at your ROI (return on investment)
  • be flexible

So these are the key points I took away from the conference. Like I said, my head was swimming when I left, so much so that I developed a migraine.

Here are my 2 cents:

  • be authentic
  • work hard, write lots of posts
  • network lots
  • write comments on other people’s blog
  • host contests to help build numbers
  • be persistent
  • don’t get discouraged (although I’m a bit right now)
  • work hard!!!!
  • have fun :)
  • be creative :)

Ok, I hope this helps those bloggers out there like me just starting out. Be authentic and the rest will fall into place.

May this blog inspire you to continue to write your blog and make it your own.

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Happy Hump Day Everyone!!!!

 

 

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