Spring Favorites from Forever21!

I can't be the only one counting down the days until Spring has officially sprung... especially with so many cute sundresses on the racks each time I go shopping. With fun floral and stunning little lace details, I'm gaga over almost every dress I try on this season. Dresses aren't the only way to embrace Spring though, with cute little shorts and a couple of rompers that are just too adorable, what's not to love about ditching the winter gear we've been lugging around and start loving the warmth and sunshine?!

Today I want to share a handful of my favorite Spring looks from Forever21! With so many cute items and such an awesome sale going on right (items start at just $3.99), I just can't get enough... I'm stocking up while I can still rock "normal" clothes, soon maternity will be my only option but luckily F21 carries items that I'll still be able to wear! That's the best part, whether you're thin or full-figured, under 21, or nearing a multiple of 21, Forever21 has a fun piece to add to your wardrobe this season.


1. This super cute Cami Dress is a dreamy way to stay comfortable!

2.The Ditsy Floral & Lace Dress is one that I really want in my closet this year, it's just too cute.

3.These Tropical Print shorts are the perfect addition to your lounge-y collection of clothing and they come in a couple of super fun colors to celebrate the season!

4. The Watercolor Floral Cami Maxi Dress is so lovely. I like that in a maxi you can rock a feminine look while still staying comfy all day long!

5. The next item that needs to be added into your closet is this Southwestern Print Romper. It's super playful and the perfect getup for some Spring fling fun!

6. If you're looking for something a little more elegant the Contemporary Metallic Cami Shift Dress is the perfect look for you.

7. I'm totally digging the Pintucked Smock Dress for something just a tad bit more modest and office friendly.

8.This black Lace Trim Dress is the perfect LBD to add to your wardrobe and the price is just right on this baby!

9. Last but not least on my list of Spring favorites is the Floral Fields Cami Dress, it's the perfect mixture of adorable and LBD...

While these little outfits are practically perfection, you have to check out everything that's on sale right now! I guarantee you'll find something you love and when you do, you better come back here and leave a comment telling me all about all your steals & deals! I can't wait to hear what you snag in this amazing Spring sale! Plus, if you spend over $50 you can score FREE shipping!

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Get Fit In Your Home with Grokker!

While pregnancy has somewhat altered my workout routine, it hasn't completely stopped my ability to get-up and go either. I'll admit, instead of jogging or lifting heavy weights, I've been finding easier ways to work out from home that fit into my daily routine. It's best to take it easy, so I've found that yoga seems to be my favorite way to stay fit and balanced while experiencing everything pregnancy has to offer.

If you've been a follower of the blog, you know I've pretty much always been a huge fan of yoga and it's benefits, so when I found Grokker and tried out the 14 day yoga challenge, I knew I immediately found a little community of amazing, fitness-minded people that I could connect with! Not only did I find an amazing source of knowledge, I found a place that makes me feel at ease... my own home, my own little yoga sanctuary plugged right into my very own tv, so I can "attend" classes on my schedule! Do you the smiley smirk on my face in the photo below? This is after I did my yoga routine and as you can tell, I'm glowing & I loved every second of my practice today!

Working out really has never been easier, now that I can gain access to the videos that get my blood pumping within seconds. I know we all want to be healthy and now everyone can live a healthier, happier lifestyle with a simple addition to your daily routine. Whether you decide to work out in the AM or the PM, adding in a little bit of time to set your mind and your body right with yoga is easy using Grokker!

Whether your a beginner or an advanced yogi, you'll find a video that suits your fancy on Grokker and you'll love the variety of fitness, meditation, and healthy cooking videos you'll find on the website as well! There are a lot of sites to find work out material, but with Grokker I think you'll find one of the best ways to tone your body or, in my case, try to maintain a healthy routine daily - it's a fitness solution that actually works for you and with you!

Are you ready to start your workout at your convenience, on your time, on any device you please (even in HD, if you prefer)? Check Grokker out for yourself and score a 2 week free trial! Here's an example of the 14-day Yoga Challenge that initially got me hooked, click play & you'll find out why:

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Fun Spring Cleaning DIY Projects

It's almost spring time and that means I'm thinking about spring cleaning... Mind you, I said "thinking". I'm not exactly implementing any of my ideas yet, but I plan to get things in order soon and with my inspirational thoughts of a clean home, comes some amazing ideas to keep things stored away in pretty little containers and creative, functional projects that I plan on making a part of my place.

Here's six different fun spring cleaning DIY projects that you'll want to make space for while you are cleaning this year:


1. We'll start with this super cute Ikea Hack. These beautiful little shelves are super easy to make and just involve a little bit of paint and elbow grease to make it this beautiful.

2. The Second DIY project you have to work on to really get your home in the perfect functioning order is this simple kitchen cabinet makeover! When everything has a place, it's much easier to find!

3. Another kitchen organization set up that I am totally eyeballing right now is this perfectly placed pantry. I love how it's all even labeled, making snack time and even cooking a little bit easier.

4. I know I'm not the only one that receives a million pieces of mail everyday and doesn't read it all at once, I mean, who has time for all the bills?! This DIY mail organizer is the perfect place to stow away all my bills for another day.

5. Organizing your laundry room is easier said than done, but this layout is super tidy and perfect for a growing family. I think a laundry system like this in our laundry room would be excellent for storage and would eliminate some of the clothing clutter that accumulates.

6. Totally in love with the idea of having even more places to store my accessories, this DIY accessories organizer project is the perfect creative way to keep all my jewelry and little pretties in their place.

There's so many ways to keep your house organizer but these projects are on the top of my list. Do you have your eye on some projects that can keep your house a little more tidy this year? Give me the details in the comments below!

Looking for more DIY inspiration? Check out these 111 Most Loved DIY projects from Homesthetics!

Summer Pregnancy Must-Haves

As I've mentioned recently, I'm pretty excited to be expecting in September... but this week, as some warm weather rolled in, it dawned on me that I'm going to be pregnant all summer long. Here in Florida, that means I'll be surviving heat waves by spending time floating on the waves in the Gulf.

Since I plan on spending a lot of time outdoors this summer, I'm already putting together a little extra bag of must-haves to keep in the car, so I can take my essentials along on our adventures. Today we spent a little time at the beach, next week we'll be out on the kayak, and all summer long we'll be going on adventures... I'm not letting pregnancy get in the way of having fun and exploring, I'm just learning ways to accommodate my growing little baby bump I'm starting to grow.

Today I want to share a few quick ways that any woman can combat the summer heat while rocking a bump and I'm so excited to have partnered with Dove to share all the fun with you! Hopefully all the other mama's that will be in their third trimester this summer can find some cool calmness in these simple tips to keep comfortable!

1. We'll go ahead and start with one of the most important parts of nurturing your baby - your nutrition! I'm all about grabbing a couple of healthy snacks to combat morning (more like ALL DAY) sickness. I'm also all about having a stash of water bottles no matter where I am, staying hydrated is my highest priority now that it's warming up out and it'll remain that way!

2. Next on my list of must-haves this summer is Dove Dry Spray Antiperspirant, it's the latest beauty trend (you don't want to be the last to try) and it's definitely the only way I'm going to smell and look pretty after a long day in the sun. Why do I love Dove Dry Spray Antiperspirant so much? It goes on instantly dry, meaning it leaves absolutely no visible residue.

While it isn't visible, it's providing a full 48 hours of odor and wetness protection, along with Dove 1 in 4 moisturizers for softer, smoother underarms! I find comfort in knowing I'll be able to stay cool and dry with Dove Dry Spray this summer, no matter what adventure I'm on! Plus, I'll smell amazing with the soothing chamomile scent or the original clean scent, to name a few!

3. My next tip may be obvious, but I feel like I must share... Wear as little clothing as you feel comfortable wearing in public. I'm not suggesting you turn into a nudist, start rocking daisy dukes, or throw modesty out the window, but if you feel confident rocking your bikini while spending time on the beach, then go right ahead - just don't forget the sunscreen! Along the same lines, choose clothing that breathes... a flowing sundress would be the perfect way to "suit up" for a night out with your other half.

4. My last little tip is going to be the easiest one to follow, keep things simple. Less make up, more relaxation; choose a pony tail holder with some sass over primping and curling your hair every morning. Instead of working out hard, spend some time paddling around on a kayak or doing a little yoga on the beach. While you and I, both, still want to feel beautiful while rocking a baby bump, let the glow of pregnancy help with that and embrace your natural beauty!

So tell me, what tips do you have for this first time mama-to-be to battle the summer heat? Plus, I can't wait to hear what you think of Dove Dry Spray Antiperspirant when you #TryDry for the first time! Go to Dove.com/trydry to learn more!

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Cozy Weekends with Hot Cocoa Moments!

This post was sponsored by Starbucks as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central.
I received compensation and complimentary products to facilitate my review.

While the weather here in Florida has been perfect, it never hurts to get cozy and that's exactly what I did all weekend long... and well, since I'm 11 weeks pregnant, I have a feeling I'll be trying to get cozy almost every weekend in the upcoming future.

Luckily, I was able to spoil myself with a few of my favorite things - Cuddles from my dogs, a warm, delicious glass of hot cocoa, a little bit of binge watching of my favorite TV programs, and of course, a new blanket to snuggle up with.

While the cuddles were great and my new blanket is probably the softest I've ever owned, the real star of my cozy little weekend was the Starbucks Salted Caramel Hot Cocoa. The best part of drinking my favorite little pregnancy friendly mermaid created beverage, you ask? I made it at home, in my Keurig, in seconds!

With a velvety smooth cocoa taste, perfectly complemented by a dash of salt, a pinch of caramel, and the perfect amount of non-fat milk, this Starbucks® Hot Cocoa K-Cup® is like hiring a barista to work right in your kitchen! Plus, you don't have to make a special trip out of the house to score a cup of this yummy treat, you can pick up a pack of K-Cups wherever you buy your groceries!

The thing is, there's also just delicious Starbucks Hot Cocoa K-Cups and I can't leave those out! With some amazing artisan Marshmallows and a bite of shortbread - it's like a little stay-cation destination in your home... a winter retreat is easy with a little treat from Starbucks, especially when you can make it in your kitchen in just a few seconds!

So tell me, how do you like to get cozy? Can you think of any must-have items to add to my weekend "retreats" to make getting cozy easier? I can't wait to spend next weekend cozied up and comfy... actually, who am I kidding? You'll probably find me sipping a Hot Cocoa, snuggled up under my new blanket, every single day this week! Want to enter to win a little Cozy Starbucks set of your own? Click here!

How I Energize and Revitalize My Mind & Body: My Morning Routine

Today has been all about the day of love so it probably doesn't surprise you that I want to share a few things I really have been loving lately! If you read the last post you found out we're expecting and with that news has come a new sleep pattern for me. My new sleep pattern means I'm falling asleep way earlier than I used to and that obviously means I've become more of a morning person...

With my new found love of mornings, I've found a balanced routine I like to practice almost every day. It's just nice to start your day out with revitalizing and energizing activities... and well, I think my little morning routine is just perfect.

My favorite part of waking each morning now is knowing that I'll soon be sipping on a delicious glass of Lipton Tea. With their huge variety of new, delicious flavors including my favorites - New Berry Hibiscus herbal tea, Improved Orange Passionfruit Jasmine tea, and the New Irresistible Lady Lipton tea, it's hard to decide which flavor I want each morning so I tend to have a glass before and after my routine!

It's so delicious, I just can't pass it up! These new, refreshing flavors put a great spin on the standard "tea time" expectation, creating an exciting and unique experience. Each type of tea offering it's own distinct flavor and still complimenting my breakfast of cookies so perfectly, what more could a girl ask for?

While I'm sipping on my favorite tea of the day, I also like journaling. Sometimes I bullet journal to try and get my thoughts gathered all in one place. Allowing my journal to remind me of important things I need to accomplish and sometimes just reminding myself to stay positive. This is a hobby that I think everyone should start, tea while journaling is pretty much soul food.

After I finish up a cup of tea and a little journaling, I like to practice these 8 yoga poses to make sure my body is feeling energized, revitalized, and ready to take on anything the day has to offer. Once you start practicing each morning, it becomes an addictive and satisfying habit!

I usually begin with a little meditation while sitting in half lotus, preparing my mind and body for the day and for my yoga practice.

Half Sun Salutation is normally my next move in my yoga sequence, allowing my body to awaken and feel completely at peace.

Next I like to provide my body with a sense of power and strength by stepping into Warrior II.

Coming into triangle pose just feels natural and since it's a restorative pose, it's beneficial to practice daily.

After spending some time in triangle pose, I love slipping into a side plank, testing my body slightly and encouraging it to find strength and balance from within.

Now I like to give my body a little break and get into a pose that always feels like I'm lounging, the bridge pose is like a baby back bend and instantly relieves pressure and stress for me.

Next I like to flip over and practice cat/cow a  little, allowing my face to relax and really embracing the small stretch I feel.

Last on my list of daily yoga moves is high crescent lunge, allowing my chest to really open and feel the stretch and preparing my mind for a day full of energy.

So tell me, after learning a bit more about how I spend my mornings... do you want to try my daily morning routine yourself? I guarantee you'll feel more energized and revitalized all day long after a little yoga, journaling, and tea! If you already have your own thing going, I'd love to hear how you like to start your mornings out on the right foot? Also, if you are wanting to start having tea time in the AM be sure to check out the full line-up of Lipton Green, Black and Herbal tea here.

I was selected for this opportunity as a member of Clever Girls and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.

FINALLY Sharing My Little Valentine's Day Secret!

You may have noticed I've been a little quiet around here lately; I'm going to be honest with you today, I've been doing my best to share awesomeness with you as often as possible, but I've been busy & I may have been keeping a little bit of a secret from you...

I'm super excited to share that we are finally expecting! Little Baby Harmon is due in September 2016 and both my husband and I are thrilled! We went home earlier this month to share our news with our family and some close family friends but I wanted to make things official and share on our blog... if I could, I'd probably shout it from a mountain top as well. I'm that excited!

If you've been following the blog recently, you may have read that we have been longing to have a little one... So as you would expect, I'm super excited to share our journey into parenthood with you! Speaking of sharing, here's our first ultrasound from when we first found out in January!

Other than a sonogram photo of our baby from a few weeks I go, I'm not sure what to share as of yet... We're going to see the doc again tomorrow so I'll have a better update soon!

For now I'll start with a little bit about the pregnancy so far: I've been SO sick, it's insane. Morning, afternoon, and evening sickness almost every day, but it'll totally be worth it! When I'm not feeling sick, I'm craving foods that satisfy my sweet tooth and oddly, mashed potatoes are a normal craving as well! My spicy food craze that I've had my entire life has come to a screeching halt and I'm suddenly craving less seasoning and meals toddlers would enjoy like chicken tenders and mac & cheese!

Beyond my sickness and cravings, we're super excited to find out if we are having a boy or a girl, as most couples are in the early months of pregnancy! While we're imagining whether we'll be buying little bows and pearls or tiny little toy cars and water guns, we're also starting to pick out names, nursery themes, and all the fun stuff we think we may want to add to the baby registry! As you can tell, we're both just a little overjoyed!

So, if you have any excellent parenting advice, tips for items we must have as new parents, or you just want to share some exciting news with me, I'd love to hear about it in the comments below!


OH & by the way, Happy Valentine's Day! It's an especially happy holiday in our house this year!

The Cutest Little Valentine's Day Craft + A Fun, Simple Party to Celebrate!

Are you looking for a fun way to spend Valentine's Day with your little sweetheart? This super simple craft is the perfect way to show your mini that you love them and that you love spending time with them, plus the end product is so cute you can keep it around your house all year long!

I decided to make two love day crafts, one a simple painting on canvas and another a decorated pot for a new plant I picked up at Ikea. No matter what you decide to add some little love hearts to, I guarantee this craft will steal someone's heart and they'll be asking for a couple to ad to their space as well!

So how do you make these cute little crafts?

You will need:

1 toilet paper roll
1 small pink & 1 white acrylic paint
A "canvas" of sorts

Now it's time to get crafty! You'll pinch the TP roll into the shape of a heart, or you can let your little one shape the heart. Once it's the perfect bubbly little token of love, you should start to mix your paint. Just a little tip: If you're letting tiny little hands in on this project, you might want to wrap a rubber band around the TP roll to ensure the heart stays in the same shape!

With the paint, leave a bit of the edges unmixed to give your hearts a tie-dye look. Now go ahead and dip your toilet paper roll into the paint and place the paint end on the surface of your canvas (or pot, mug, vase, etc). Gently make sure all edges of the heart have made contact with the surface and remove the roll fairly quickly. Repeat until you've reached the desired amount of hearts on your craft!

With my actual canvas craft I decided to add the world love with a small paint brush at the bottom and fill in a few of the hearts with paint! I think the end result is adorable, don't you?!

See, that craft was beyond easy and the perfect way to spend some time with a little one today! Next time I see my niece, I actually might make something similar with her... it's so easy and she'll love getting to help me make something so "pretty"!

After your finished with your craft, set up a pretty little strawberries & white chocolate mocha party for you and your loves and enjoy some fun!

I just laid out my pretty new creations, simple mini pink mason jars, and a little strawberry dessert set up with whipped cream and delicious little decorative chocolate pearls!

I also added in delicious Starbucks Instant White Chocolate Mocha Latte singles for each little mason jar! This little setup is the perfect way for you and your little sweetie to treat yourselves and some friends this Valentine's Day!

So tell me, what are your plans for Valentine's Day other than crafting up something adorable? I can't wait to hear all about your plans in the comments below!