October 5, 2016

Light Up Fall for a Friend + a $200 Giveaway! #Light4Night #LightUpFall


Thanks to Motion Activated Lights for sending over this awesomeness and sponsoring today's discussion, regardless all opinions expressed below are my own.


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Fall is full of all kinds of awesomeness, it's like a gift every year when that little bit of chill in the air and pumpkin spice everything arrives. While there is numerous reasons to love fall, my least favorite part of the season is the fact that it gets darker earlier in the day... and with a newborn in our posse now (as of a month ago anyways), that means my hands are constantly full and it's sometimes hard to hit a light switch. I'm sure other moms can relate - with a babe in one arm, a bottle or a binky in that same hand, a diaper bag on the other arm, and a car seat in the other hand, I suppose I should say my arms and hands are pretty full nowadays. I've found a solution to my problem and no longer wander around in the dark when first entering our home in the evening or getting up in the middle of the night to soothe her, Motion Activated LED lights are the little addition to my house I didn't even know I needed until I had her.

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I decided to place one of these handy little gadgets near the back door where we enter our house the most, it's so helpful whenever I have my hands full with Delainey, her car seat, and the like. Instead of dropping it all to hit a switch, I just walk into the room and I can instantly see, no matter how dark it is outside when I get home!

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I didn't just make the entrance to our house easy to navigate in the dark though, I decided to add one of the lights into Delainey's room. Now instead of switching on the overhead light in her room to find her favorite blanket or grab an extra burp cloth, I just walk in and I can instantly see. The best part is the light is bright enough to illuminate her room without being too bright and waking her up.

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Now that I discovered the best little night light for a nursery, I had to share the goodness with a friend that's expecting any day now. I decided gifting her a Motion LED light is a perfect, practical, and more personal addition to her gift from her registry. This little light has been a life saver for us, we just plug it in like a night light and on tough nights with D it's just enough light for us to wonder into her room for the necessities without being blinded by a bright light... We love our Motion LED light and I hope giving her one will help make the nights with her little newborn a tad bit easier!

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October 2, 2016

Delainey Kate: 1 month update

It's official, Delainey Kate came into this world a month ago already and I can't even begin to describe how quickly this month has flown by. It's like I blinked and it's already been 30 days.

I'm going to do my best to give a monthly update on her until she decides it's time for me to stop. I'll let her call the shots when she's old enough to understand what this whole blogging thing is... until then, I get to share little bits of her life with you. With that said, she's basically my whole life so I'm really not sure what else to talk about anymore... I think other mamas can relate.


On that note, here's the up-to-date deets on little D:

She loves her mama, her daddy, her swing, and milkies!

She sleeps for 4 hour stretches at night, most nights.


She doesn't like long car rides or the sound of wrinkling plastic.

She's able to lift her head, roll to her side, follow objects with her eyes, & smile (they seem genuine too).


She's --lbs --oz and -- inches tall. (We go to the doctor tomorrow for her 1 month check up so I'll update with her height and weight soon...)

Her doggies love her, she's still getting used to them.


She tolerates photoshoots (for now), which I'm kind of obsessed with doing.






She chirps, neighs, and snorts and when she's crying she sounds like an "angry kitty".

Also, it's safe to say we are totally obsessed with her.

Happiness Delivered: My POPSUGAR Must Have Box for September

Thanks to PopSugar for sending this box full of items I "must have", regardless all opinions expressed below are completely my own.
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If you're a fan of subscription boxes, then the PopSugar Must Haves box is one you have to try! When you sign up for a subscription you sign yourself up to essentially receive a present from yourself in the mail, each month... with two different options, a subscription and a mini subscription!  It's the best way to get to know innovative brands and try out full-sized items for yourself and your home.

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While I'm a few days late posting, I can't help but brag about what arrived in my Must Haves box in September.

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We'll start with the cutest little hat on the block. This fashion must have from Jack + Lucy is so-in-right-now I can't get enough of it. If you want to add a bit of a chic vibe to your style, this little beauty is the best way to do so. Add to any fall outfit and your set for the day, no hairstyle or makeup required... yes please!

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Speaking of hairstyles, if you've been struggling to get your hair to cooperate then the beauty must have is just what you need! Whether you blow dry, curl, flat iron, apply a handful of products, or all of the above, your hair likely goes through a lot - instead of adding more distress to try and repair the problem, send your hair to the "spa" instead. The Briogeo Don't Despair, Repair! Deep Conditioning Mask is the perfect way to treat your hair to what it really needs! It does the job in minutes and leaves your hair feeling silky and beautiful.

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Feeling beautiful doesn't just start with your hair though, a little bit of lip gloss can make a girl glow... if it's the right gloss, that is! Another beauty must have from this box is Smith & Cult's Lip Lacquer in The Warning. It's an alarming color and perfect for a pop of color this fall! Plus, it's a paraben free formula, which helps extend the wear, whether it's worn with lipstick or by itself. If you're looking for a gloss that really helps make your beauty shine, The Warning may be the perfect option!

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The next item in the box doesn't come with a warning but it does involve the E.R. The NCLA MANI-ER Tool kit is so handy, literally! In this tiny little pouch, you have everything you need to make touch ups and polish your mani, especially in an emergency situation.

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Another item I think they included in the home must haves that may come in handy in an emergency outside the home is the Flint Lint Roller! It's conveniently sized to fit practically anywhere and winds up and down for use - keeping you dog fur and lint free in seconds flat!

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The last item in the box is maybe my favorite. Since hubby is gluten-free I always get excited when I see yummy snacks that tote this designation and The Gluten Free Bites in Dark Chocolate Coconut are some of my new favorite snacks in our house. With just the right amount of coconut and dark chocolate to leave me craving another one, I love popping these little guys in my mouth to treat myself after a long day.

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So there you have it, my most recent Must Haves box was amazing... I think we all can agree! Are you a Must Haves subscriber? Click here and order your own box (don't forget to use the code SHOP5, which never expires, to get $5 off your first box)! Also, if you feel like chatting, tell me about one item you hope arrives in your box when you sign up!

September 30, 2016

10 Daytona Beach Festivals You Don't Want to Miss! #WeekdayGetaways

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of DaytonaBeach.com. All opinions are 100% mine.

Living on the Florida coast means that we enjoy mild temperatures, tons of amazing activities, and a pretty fabulous variety of festivals regularly, but one of my favorite places to enjoy all of these aspects of Florida is Daytona Beach. While this lovely little town is on the other side of the state from my amazing home, I'm a pretty big fan of everything it has to offer. From amazing beaches to a ton of fun family activities, I'm pretty much a fool for Daytona Beach. It's the perfect Fall Beach Escape!
 

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If you are trying to find a reason to escape to Daytona Beach this fall, look no further... Whether you're looking for a little bit of Warm Holiday Fun or you just want to escape for the day, Daytona Beach is the ideal destination!

That's not all Daytona Beach has to offer though, today I want to share ten fall festivals you won't want to miss - from Daytona-centric occasions to a Craft Beer inspired weekend, there's a little something for everyone! Mark these ten events down on your calendar and I'll see you there:

 

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1. Daytonapalooza, Oct. 1: This original music and art festival is a ton of fun! With 150 music acts on 18 stages, 30 artists, and vendors galore this festival on Main Street features everything everyone loves about Daytona!

2. DeLand Bacon & Brew Fest, Oct. 1: This is the only bacon and beer themed event in the area and appeals to your savory senses serving over 14 varieties of bacon! Want to try bacon or beer jam? This festival is for you!

3. Daytona Blues Festival, Oct. 7-9: The line up for this years Blues festival is outta this world? Ready to get down to some funky and fun tunes? Be sure to add the Daytona Blues Fest to your calendar!

4. Symetra Tour Champion, Oct. 10-16: Are you a fan of golf? The Symetra Tour (part of the LPGA championship tour) is an opportunity to see the best of the best female golf professionals in the world!

5. Biketoberfest, Oct. 13-16: If you're a biker or a biker babe this festival is for you! Join nearly 125,000 motorcyclists as they cruise the streets of Daytona Beach! This multi-day, annual event is bound to be worth a little joy ride on your bike!

6. Chili & Craft Beer Festival, Oct. 14-16: Help the community decide which chili is really the best! Vote for your favorite chili from a group of excellent restaurants and elect the next "Best of the Beach" Chili winner!

7. Thin Man Watts Jazz Fest, Oct. 15: If you're into jazz, blues, or gospel, this festival is right up your alley! The festival honors the lives and works of masters like Watts and Sam Rivers. Experience the artistic heritage of these classics and maybe take a moment to find the artist within yourself!

8. Gamble Fall Festival, Oct. 21: With Halloween shortly after this festival, it's one you don't want to miss if you have kids! Join educators for a fun-filled evening of face-painting, star-gazing with a real life telescope, a costume contest, games, hayrides,storytelling, and more! Your little one will have a blast and at only $5 (per person over the age of 3), it's an affordable way to celebrate Halloween!

9. It's a Musical, Oct. 21-23: Catch an energetic performance of one of Broadway's most memorable song and dance productions!

10. Daytona Beach Dream Cruise, Oct. 21-23: Come see some some of your favorite cars and trucks cruise around town! This family friendly event features some of your favorite models along the Halifax River in scenic Riverfront Park.

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As if the gorgeous beaches and fun activities aren't enough to convince you to plan your fall escape, these ten festivals will be a ton of fun and make for the perfect excuse to take a little getaway! So tell me, which festival are you putting on your calendar first? Interested in learning more about these Weekday Getaway Deals ? Click here and find out more!

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