Translating Trends for Real Life
Recipe of the week! This Stuffed Mushroom Recipe is SOOOO good! You can definitely modify this recipe to add more carbs and swap out the type of meat you choose to use! Super flexible and its sooooo good! Cannot wait to make this again! Xo, Sarah
Hey Girls, hope this is finding you in a bright spot in your day! I wanted to roundup a few fun pieces that are perfect for our new gigs– and I know that list is long for a lot of us!
The Nordstrom Sale is so so good right now and wanted to round up my favorite sale picks to bring you a bright spot in your day and help you upgrade your wardrobe! These are meant to be easy upgrades to change out your looks!
Sausage and Peppers ! Hope you are well! We are all currently weathering some kind of storm right now being in some form of Quarantine. I personally am in Week 4, and not doing so well at homeschooling!
Do something today, when you look back 6 months from now, makes you proud! We can do this! Wherever you are in the thick of this, I am thinking of and praying for you! We can do this!
My FASTer Way to Fat Loss Coach is assisting me this month during Quarantine– we are cooking and enjoying a mean Virtually – each Wednesday of the Month of April on Instagram Stories! Join us!
Hope you enjoy today’s recipe!
Quarantine time means we have a bit of time to take for ourselves… JKJKJKJK, In THEORY we do, but nonetheless, focusing on Skincare should be something (myself included) I could stand to take a little more time for.
Recently posted my videos on how I am using all these items, but wanted to make this a more comprehensive list and go -to location for all the skincare I recommend and am loving right now.
Cleanser: Cult Classic or Acne Cleanser: I like to really make sure my face is clean since its so prone to breakouts. So I love the Cult Classic and Acne Cleansers ( The Acne line really has helped me so much– kept breakouts at bay but doesn’t overdry)
Toner: Glycolic Resurfacing Gel Toner– LOVE LOVE this for helping with texture and neutralizing potential breakouts. This has been such a gamechanger for me. (Use this Day and night)
Moisturizer: 24/7 Moisture or Quench both these products are a great little drink of water for your skin. Started using Quench more recently and I really love the texture and cooling sensation of that product. It’s a lighter product and feels SO good on your skin.
Tanning Drops: You can add these tanning drops to your moisturizer in the morning under your makeup for a gradual faux glow! I use this for my face- but can be used on your body should you choose.
GLOWIFY METALLIC MASK // DETOX MASK
I have talked recently a lot about how I keep my hair shiny and healthy looking. I have been using this Conditioner and Serum for over a year- LOVE it, gosh I hope I NEVER run out! LOL
I have been using both these products for a couple years, my friend introduced LAVISH and the Body Polish as a little sampler duo at Christmas once- and have been using EVER since! (No pun intended)
I do use the body butter more sparingly since its a tad more pricey than an everyday lotion, but on the days when you are feeling extra dry or right after you used the Body Polish (Spa experience let me tell you) As of right now there is a Citron scent that is brand new OMG So good.
If you want some quality body care, look no more.
BODY POLISH // LAVISH BODY BUTTER
YOUR LIFE WILL GET BETTER WHEN YOU DO
Quarantine or not, exercise has become a huge part of my life in order to reduce stress and help with my overall well being. I did not always workout–I began to really make exercise a priority in my life in my thirties and when I started — It was walking/running a one mile circle (using the C25K app) in my basement in the dead of winter. Using exercise to help combat stress instead of using alcohol or food has been a pivotal point in helping me maintain a healthy and active lifestyle.
I have evolved over time in my preferences of where and how to workout as I began to learn more and more. My current workouts include a combination of Peloton Bike/Outdoor Running and Garage Crossfit Workouts. I highly suggest you explore some of these options to find a combination that works for you.
Peloton App- Trial is 90 Days FREE – Many options available running, abs etc.
Burn Bootcamp – Full body workouts on their Youtube platform. Highly suggested reader favorite!
FASTerWay to Fat Loss Free Workout Resource – With and Without equipment options. This workout is in place training circuit style.
M.Nicholson Hip Hop Fitness- A local favorite of mine now streaming online Hip Hop classes on YouTube. This is the FIRST group fitness class i ever went to! You will be addicted!
Jocelyn James FASTerWay Coach – At home workout guides and currently leading her own ab circuit training.
POPSugar Fit TV on YouTube – These videos are an upbeat dance style option for more cardio and to get your energy up!
Beachbody on Demand- My personal favorite is T25 with ShaunT but there are a ton of options here for a great 20-30 sweat session that often requires no weights.
COMPTRAIN – At Home Crossfit Workouts Sign for a daily email for a WOD (Workout of the Day) or just do the weekly Home Gym option which is great if you do not have equipment.
FAVORITE WORKOUT GEAR:
HOW YOU DO ANYTHING IS HOW YOU DO EVERYTHING
Crazy times we are living in friends, two things we know for sure: 1. We are all in this together and 2. It will come to an end. Life as we know it now will be radically different and the world will be better for it. My thoughts and prayers are with those families that are being directly affected by this virus. Thank you to all the health care, first responders, grocery store employees, delivery drivers! You are all making a difference in our lives and we Thank YOU for all you do!
Easter is on the way soon even though our Celebrations will look a little different this year— Our plans will still include our family and we will have a fun brunch with mimosas, set the table, get fresh flowers and wear some bright colors! We are so thankful for the true meaning of Easter and for our family its an important holiday.
We also look forward to the fun baskets, candy egg hunts etc– but this year I am looking for a few fun things OUTSIDE! Quarantine life is a little tough inside and in Ohio our weather gets a little nicer come mid April-so the boys and I thought we could grab a few ideas for you in case you are looking for some!
OUTSIDE THE BASKET! Target candy and chocolate bunnies are galore so I don’t think you need help there. Think it’s a perfect time to grab a few ideas that are perfect for outside!
Another thought we had is do a typical Easter basket and if you wanted to support a local business–grab your local yearly Zoo pass for when they reopen, or an aquarium! Those would be fun activities to get out and still enjoy all the family time we are all getting accustomed to!
On a more adult note, no Easter brunch (at least in my house) is complete without a fun Spring Cocktail– here is a little cocktail inspiration and the one we are making on Easter Morning!
Girls I hope you enjoy this family time and continue to seek the Joy in each day that passes. One day we will look back and see how much our family is closer together ( and how much we learn about Tiger King) and not worry so much about what our kids aren’t learning in school! Enjoy. your week friends! xo, Sarah
Hopping on that Oh So Important Self Care train, with a couple NEW products launching! So I have been using Billie Razors for months now (which I love and if you don’t already ya need to hop on that train) If you have not tried this original product is the razor and a few accessories, this is an auto shipment type service where you pick the frequency and the razor and accessories of your choice are sent to you! The “pink tax” on razors has been eliminated so the price point in general is WAY less than what I have typically spent. On top of that, the product performance is MUCH improved- so it is a win either way. My personal order each month includes the razors, lotion and shaving cream. Now there are a few new products I have had the privilege of trying out before they launched today–so I’m super excited to share!
Three products are rolling out today!
First is the Lip balm– vegan and clean, some have a tint to them and a couple don’t, they have fun a quirky scents but nothing too overpowering. Great little additions to my collection and been pretty hydrating too!
Secondly the Dry Shampoo, different kind of application then what I am typically used to. It’s not a spray but a powder, sprinkle massage and go. Lightweight and definitely feels like its cleansing my scalp.
The last new item that is launching is the Wonder Wipe Face Wipe— YOU GUYS THEY SMELL SO GOOD! I have been using them to remove my makeup and wipe my face after the gym– they don’t dry my skin out so they are super gentle and they remove everything. Kind of a one step wipe!
These three are all things we need for self care, but quick enough to get back to our lives Stat. 🙂 Just gave you three NEW reasons to hop on that Billie Train, trust me you will LOVE.
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Thank you to Billie for sponsoring today’s post. As always all opinions here are my own.
I didn’t really make New Year’s Resolutions, been there- done that. There once was a time where I would do that, but the Resolutions were things that I had never done before- get healthy, incorporate healthier eating and becoming more active. Sometimes I even have committed to more weekends at church or more date nights. Not to say that I don’t like making New Year Resolutions nor am I swearing them off– don’t take it that way. I LOVE the idea of making a commitment to myself to get better in some area of my life– I LOVE stuff like that.
In the past 5 years or so I have been pretty darn happy with my progress, I have definitely taken the time for self care and improvement, but the past two years have been a little more shaky. Lots of changes in our family that I have needed to navigate on top of starting a business– my own self care has been an up and down road, which I am fine with for new.
Goalsettting is something I have always been something I have been accustomed to and LOVE doing it. I love to see progress and committing to myself to get what I want and achieve in life and for my family.
My Goals this year are to commit to my workouts 5-6 Days per week and Drink my water! My favorite workouts right now are going to CrossFit and my Peloton Bike. I try to do at least 20 minutes to disconnect and have that be my “Me”time. With my water I know it sounds like a big goal, but 100 oz. is what I like to drink a day. I have been traveling so much lately I have not been able to get in everything I want– and I can feel a difference. So when I am home I am really trying to buckle down! I know it sounds so simple but let me tell you it improves me mentally just as much as it does physically!
This look was inspired by those goals, staple athleisure that I feel in style but ready for anything that comes my way! 🙂 Love easy pieces especially this JACKET that looks great with leggings and denim– also these shoes I have heard rave reviews about– and just needed to try! These Zella Brand items available at Nordstrom are great go -to pieces!
What commitments are you making that I can help cheer you on!?
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*Thank you to Nordstrom for Sponsoring today’s post- As always all opinions here are my own.
Stockings were hung, we did all the holiday things and now its time for Mom to TreatHerself! 🙂 Ok, might have been the worst poem/haiku whatever there ever was- I’ll stick to my day job. 🙂
Nevertheless, the Soma Semi Annual Sale is where we ALL need to be today! My FAVORITE BRAS and all the goodies are on sale! Whether you have a Holiday Gift Card burning a hole in your pocket or not- I rounded up my faves so you can shop like a pro this weekend and get back to it! 🙂
My Favorite bras in selected colors are on sale under $30! Incredible deals! I wear them all the time! They are great shaping and also so so comfortable!
My Favorite Sleepwear of all time! Also on sale, lounge to max and stay comfy while sleeping! 🙂 The Cool Nights is so so good!
Oh and the Robes! We cannot forget the robe! I am all about that robe life and its a PERFECT time to snag a snuggly number or two. Here are my favorites!
I am all about the appetizers in the holiday season! At Christmas we typically just have appetizers instead of the traditional meals! We always have fun chilling and not even worrying at all about the food! So the easiest thing I always do is a Charcuterie Board- full of everyones favorites! Its always a party hit and so simple to make!
The Holiday Charcuterie Board of your dreams is possible with just a few simple steps! So the exact items are honestly not as important as just having a well rounded Board. This means having items that are sweet/savory and a little spicy! Its exactly how created the board I have here in my post! And too: Keep in mind, you are able to make it however you want! more informal situations I just throw it together with whatever I have! 😉
So here’s the list to help ya!
Salami (Hard Meats) | Plain Crackers Or Pretzels | Sweet Cracker | Soft Cheese | Hard Cheese| Smoked Cheese | Green Olives | Sweet Pickle | Black Grapes | Candied Pecans | Pepper Jelly |