The end of the school year is such an exciting yet hectic time. The kids are super excited but there is also so much going on with sports, camp, end of school activities that I think it can be a bit overwhelming for them too. Yesterday my oldest came home sick from camp with a headache and it reminded me that we need to put aside some time for forced downtime and relaxation. It was also a ...
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Fresh Picks for Fathers
What to get for the man that has everything?? It's always the common issue here. My husband buys himself what he needs and has tons of other items just in case he needs it. We have a shed, attic and storage unit filled with things so today I thought I would share things I know he wants. It's a bit of a difference because like I said, we have what we need but don't always splurge on what we ...
Friday Fresh Picks: Loves of The Week
Happy Friday!! I am ready for the weekend and hopeful for sunshine. Last weekend in NJ we had an odd Saturday filled with snow all day. Baseball and Soccer was cancelled which brought on tears by both kids (I was slightly excited because I didn't want to freeze!) but this weekend promises to be sunny and nice out....says the woman that has not checked out the weather. I've got ...
Friday Fresh Picks: 7 Must Try Beers for Warm Weather
TGIF!! It's around 75 degrees here in Philadelphia today and I am just dying to get this weekend started!! We have a bunch of friends coming over on Saturday night. Rob is going to make pulled pork in the smoker and I'm thinking of making a tray of ziti plus really wanting some Wegman's catering so a) I don't have to do much and b) I can get my favorite spring bbq items. ...
Friday Fresh Picks for Feminists
Happy Friday!!! It's 10am and I am just sipping my first taste of coffee for the day. I don't know how the morning go away from me like this or how I was able to function till 10am without coffee but sure enough I am certainly savoring the caffeine at the moment. I missed Friday Fresh Picks last week and this week I wanted to share some of what's I've found interesting, funny, motivating and ...
Friday Fresh Picks of the Week
It's FRIDAY!!!! I am so excited because our family is heading to Woodloch Pines in the Poconos. I have never been but my aunt has been going there for so many years and always raves about it. Some of the fun we will have includes a scavenger hunt, cake decorating wars, tubing, swimming, bingo and more!! The kids are beyond excited!!! Before we drive off into the snow I wanted ...
Fresh Picks for Fabulous Skin in Your 40s
Disclosure: I am sharing some of my new favorites and old reliables all from Ulta Beauty. I have received products for this post but all opinions are my own! It's Friday!!!! Every single time I type that I hear "It's Friday...You ain't got not job" and then I remember I am 40, and not cool and shouldn't all quoting the movie Friday anymore! Instead I will say...Hooray for almost being the ...
Fresh Picks: Snowmageddon Must Haves
Disclosure: I was provided with product for this post. All opinions are my own. This post contains affiliate links. Thanks for reading!! Hey Hey, Friday!!! I am so super psyched for Friday that I could jump up and down and dance.... Maybe I should dance like Drake so I can help do my part to bring on over a foot of snow! {via Buzzfeed} Since it's absolutely freezing in New ...
Friday Fresh Picks: Favorites from the Holidays
Hello Friday!! The first week back to work and school after almost 2 weeks off was kind of killer. I have also been extra tired because I am seriously addicted to Jane The Virgin and have been up binge-watching it on Netflix for the past three nights. I am sitting here watching it and typing. I am even googling Justin Baldoni to add his image to this post and I am going down the rabbit hole ...
Fresh Picks: Star Wars Gift Guide
Disclosure: I have received products for this post which also contains affiliate links. However, all opinions are my own. May the Force Be With You this Holiday Season! My kids are Star Wars OBSESSED!! It doesn't come from their Dad or me, it's just genuine love for the characters. We have pajamas, curtains, pillow cases, water bottles, toys, toys, toys and more toys all Star Wars ...
Friday Fresh Picks: Work It
Disclosure: I was provided with product to facilitate this post. All opinions are my own, I keep it real! Hello Friday!! You're such a lovely day that you have me all in a happy mood!. It's been a lovely week filled with all the usuals and no big bumps or huge meltdowns from the children. They are furious over the attempt at skipping Thanksgiving buy every ...
Friday Fresh Picks: Favorites of The Week
Hello Friday, I have missed you!! Welcome back to another week of Friday Fresh Picks and this week was a doozie! I had to work late one night this week plus add in the typical karate, soccer, school pick-up shuffle and add in Finnegan getting loose and trying out our new family membership at Life Time Athletic, lots of stuff!! I have some obsessions this week that I am so excited to ...
