Current Favorites *Dress Edition*

Happy Thursday! I hope you are all enjoying this beautiful week! We are getting ready for our weekend getaway, but I wanted to pop in and share some darling dresses that have been on my mind lately.  A lot of these are on sale, so hurry on over because you don't want to miss out on these beauties!

JULY FAVORITES:

 Aude Dress | Wilfred | via Aritzia

I love this long lace dress for summer. It's perfect for going to the beach- just pair it with flats and a cute summer hat (like this or this) and your golden!

Most Comfortable Pillow +GIVEAWAY!

A special thanks to I Love My Pillow for sponsoring todays post! As always all opinions and thoughts are all my own!

Sleep has become one of my most cherished yet elusive commodities these days.  As a mom to a newborn, I can easily say that I'm obsessed with getting a good nights rest. 

That's why when I found out about I Love My Pillow, I jumped at the opportunity to try out their Out Cold cooling bed pillows. 

Protecting What Matters Most

A special thanks to CamHome Technologies for sponsoring this post. As always all opinions are my own.

Like most parents, the safety of our children and family is always at the forefront of our minds. And although we can't protect our family from everything in life, there are certain things we can do to insure their safety and give us peace of mind along the way. 

Today I'm talking about the home security gadget that helps me worry less and enjoy my life even more.

Summer Grilling

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Tyson Foods, Inc. The opinions and text are all mine. #TurnUpSummer
Something about summer just makes me crave hot dogs. Is it just me?

With the school year wrapping up in a week, I can't think of a better way to kick-off summer than with a backyard grilling party, filled with great company, simple yet flavorful food and good ol' country music.

So, today I'm sharing three party pleasing loaded grilled hot dogs to elevate your next get-together.

But in the meantime feel free to hover over the image above and start shopping;).

Modern Farmhouse Laundry Room Makeover + Must Haves

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Today, I’m talking about one of the smallest rooms in our house – the laundry room. Up until recently, it was just a depository for clutter and mounds of dirty clothes. So, I thought it was time to give this mighty space a much-needed makeover. 

Who says your laundry room can't bring you a little joy when you step foot in it? 

A Flavorful Better-For-You Summer Recipe

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Now that summer has officially begun, my mind is racing towards all the delicious grilling recipes I want to make. Growing up in Southern California I got used to having Carne Asada tacos on the regular, but I know that's not exactly great for me, so I've modified the recipe to lighten it up a bit. It is so delicious and flavorful, you won't even miss the tortillas! I recently found out that a clinical study showed Mazola® Corn oil reduces cholesterol 2x more than extra virgin olive oil. To learn more about this claim, see Mazola.com. Its safe to say I've been doing my share of better-for-you swaps lately. Starting on 6/20/19, text MAZOLA to 79495 between 6/20/19 – 9/26/19 to receive $1.00 back on your purchase of Mazola 40oz Corn Oil! Limit 1 rebate per household. PayPal account required. By texting, you expressly consent to receive multiple automated text messages on this offer. Consent not required as a condition of purchase. Message & data rates apply. Text HELP or STOP to 79495 at any time. Full terms: http://cbi.as/a38tw​.

Newborn Bliss + Favorite Monitor

A huge thanks to Levana for sparking today's conversation and giving me the peace of mind I needed with baby Adelle! As always all thoughts and opinions are mine alone! #OmaSense #sponsored

It has only been two weeks since baby Adelle's arrival and we're already so completely in love with her! She is such a sweet little baby and has filled our home with so much joy and happiness!  

Summer Game Changer!

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I feel like I've been looking forward to warmer weather for a while now. We are finally getting some consistent summer-like weather here in Columbus and I am so excited for all the fun this change in climate brings!

One thing I don't love is how sticky the humidity out east gets. I've experimented with plenty of deodorants over the six years we've lived out here and there's only been a few deodorants that can hold up to the task. 

Happy Mother's Day!

This year, I got to spend Mother's Day with my mom, which is a rare treat as she lives across the country. But thanks to a hospital scare that had us waking our three girls in the middle of the night, we thought it'd be nice to have grandma come out earlier than expected (just in case we had any more preterm labor scares). My poor mom ended up taking the next red eye to be here for us and I just feel so blessed and so loved!

Open Ended Toys to Boost Imagination

A huge thanks to my friends at Hape Toys for sponsoring today's post and providing my youngest with hours of fun!

Children need imaginative play toys that meet their creative needs as they grow and learn. That's why today I'm sharing a list of open-ended toys to promote imaginative play in toddlers, preschoolers and elementary aged kids.