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Crock Pot Chicken & Black Bean Salad with Avocado Buttermilk Dressing

I’ve been in a bit of a food rut lately. Being that my husband and children expect to have dinner every single night, I’ve been turning to the same handful of recipes over and over again. I enjoy cooking, but I don’t always love the planning and prep work that needs to happen ahead of […]

Beach Bag

With three kids home all summer, the pool is a hot spot for us! I’m assuming a few of you may be visiting the beach/pool as well, so I’ve rounded up some of my picks in the tote bag department. Whether you’re throwing in a towel/book/sunglasses for yourself or water toys/snacks/sun lotion/diapers/change of clothes/water/bandaids/more snacks etc […]

Lilac Swing Tank

A few weeks ago I ran in to Old Navy to get something for my daughter but some how got drawn into the women’s section…surprise, surprise. I was quickly drawn to the lilac color of this swing tank. Although I love pastels in every shade, purple is one that I don’t own much, if any […]

Summer Uniform

T-shirts (or tanks) and shorts are basically a go-to for me all summer long. And with today being the last day of school for my 1st grader (or should I say 2nd grader?!) summer is basically here in my world! I had had my eye on this Free People tee for a while and happened […]

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Loving Lately: Under $25

I love long weekends but I always have the hardest time getting back on track afterwards, do you? While I continue to play catch up, here’s a little under $25 wish-list for you to peruse. Some cute steals if I do say so myself… fedora / shorts / chambray top / belt / sunglasses / […]

Red, White and Blue

Happy Memorial Day everyone and a huge thank you to all that serve and have served for our country!! I’m actually starting today off running a 5K with a few friends in our nearby town of Boalsburg, PA which claims to be the birthplace of Memorial Day. Pretty cool isn’t it? And if you follow […]

Striped Tank

Well it’s officially hot outside and I’m already digging through my clothes pulling out everything that’s cool and comfortable. I spend my day with a 1 and 4 year old so those two criteria are a must! I recently ordered this tank from Nordstrom after I fell for this top (that I wear constantly) and […]

Little Swimmers

We finally have some gorgeous weather upon us so my mind is quickly heading towards the pool! Last year I had a newborn so the pool wasn’t always an option for us. But if the bath is any indicator as to how my littlest lady enjoys the water, I think we’re in for some fun […]

Peasant Blouse

Boy did this past weekend fly! We attended my SIL’s baby shower on Saturday, celebrated my husband’s birthday yesterday and then today we move on to Madelyn’s 4th birthday! May is such a crazy month for us (as you can tell) but also so much fun! Despite all of the festivities, it rained nearly 100% […]

Summer Tanks

As a follow-up to Wednesday’s post, I wanted to share some adorable tanks that will not only make getting dressed simple, but will make a statement as well. Florals, bows, gingham with fringe, eyelet hems and sweet ruffles are all details that will have people asking where you found your top ;) I’d happily throw […]

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