1. We got back the pictures from when we had Alex’s first birthday/family shots a few weeks ago and I am so excited about them. I don’t know how I’ll ever choose which ones to order blown up prints of?! Here are just a few of my favorites (all photos from Danielle Simmons Photography – Danielle is great!)
2. The week started off the best way possible, with a fun night out with some of my favorite girls. Being able to get out of the house for a few hours for drinks, good food, and tons of laughs is just what the doctor ordered!
We met up at Tipsy Moose Tavern and I enjoyed a couple hard ciders (apparently I’m hooked on ’em now), some pulled pork nachos, and the most incredible turkey reuben, which was basically deep fried (monte cristo style, I believe is what they call it??) and I’m sure wayyy worse for me than I ever want to know. ; )
3. We had a food truck at work earlier this week and the food was SO freakin’ good.
And because I’m all about that balance, I enjoyed an incredible salad (with things like grilled pineapple, mango, and cajun chicken!) with a big ol’ side of french fries. So, so good.
And apparently, this food truck will be coming back every Tuesday this summer…score!
4. We also had an ice cream truck stop by the office that same day this week, and I found myself in the mood for something fruity/watermelon. So I decided to get this watermelon ice. I figured, no harm, no foul, right?
Well….can you believe the sugar in that thing?!?!?!?
Seeing that totally ruined it for me. I mean, don’tget me wrong…I have no doubt that my sugar intake is ridiculous, but it doesn’t mean I want to see it written out for me.
5. I feel like I’ve got a lot of food talk going on today, so let’s keep it going.
6. We got another Blue Apron delivery this past week, and one of the meals was steak fajitas with jasmine rice. It was totally delicious (but I really wanted some avocado to go along with it!).
7. Alex has been a bit of a grump this week. I have no idea if it’s because he’s still getting past a cough/runny nose (aka, we ALL are, for that matter…3 weeks later?!?!?) or if it’s teeth (and if it is, he’s hiding them well!), but clingy and whiny has been the name of the game this week. The few things that make him happy? Food, milk, being held (my arms have been getting quite the workout at least!), and walks in the stroller.
I swear, he’d ride along for hours if he could.
8. Some of you may remember back in November when I hosted a Mystery Hostess Usborne Books & More party?? I gave away ALL of the hostess rewards to one lucky winner, and it was so popular that now I’m doing it once again!
You don’t want to miss out (plus, we just released a bunch of brand NEW titles!), because it could easily wind up being $100s in FREE books! And all you have to do to get entered is make a purchase from the party!
If you want an invite to the party (it’s a private event – I don’t like spamming people with invites if they don’t want them!), leave a comment below, shoot me an email (sweettoothcourtney at gmail dot com) or message me on Facebook!
The more attendees, the bigger the rewards!
9. I realized earlier this week that I am TOTALLY lacking in the dress department for summer. I swear, I used to have a ton but I apparently must have donated them all away? I really love this dress, but don’t really have any occasion coming up for it…I love this casual dress and I also really love a simple maxi dress. Anyone else have any other recommendations?
10. I also really need a new bathing suit; I’m pretty sure the last time I bought one was in 2013! So here’s the catch…I’d love to find a one piece (love that they’re back “in” now), but I need one that will look good with a tiny chest (ugh, I don’t even want to talk about it…) and also be functional (aka, a la IMOMSOHARD). SO, tell me…where do I need to be looking for a good bathing suit?!?! I don’t want to spend a fortune, if possible. : )
11. I’m totally craving an orange and vanilla twist cone with LOTS of rainbow sprinkles right now.
Alright friends, I think that’s all I’ve got for today! I hope you all have a fabulous Friday and a wonderful weekend ahead! <3
Target has cute cheap one pieces!
ERrmahgerd! No kidding about the sugar content in some of those treats! I had a mix of kool aid and tang for lunch the otha day and I was in a sugar rush for the rest of tha day! Maybe I shoulda added water to it? And yo kids are so cute!
I ended up finding 2 adorable one piece suits and a super flattering peplum tankini at Marshalls. All $25 each!
Oooo, good to know!!
I love free books! Please add me to the mystery host book party!
Just sent you an invite via email, Melissa!! :)
Could you please add me to the Usborne Book Party? Thank you!!
Just sent you an invite via email, Ann!! :)
Those pictures!! We are taking family photos this weekend and I cannot wait to capture this age and all of the giggles. Summer dresses are on my list, too. Do you still get Stitch Fix?
Brint stop
The Candy Strand for a swimsuit! They have their “restle tops” which are tankini style but reversible so you really get two swimsuits in one! There are so many ways to wear it too! You can buy their bottoms separately or I just bought a top that matched bottoms I already had!
I’ve never heard of them before, I’m gonna check them out! Thanks!!
Those pictures are SO great, I love them all :) I wish my little guy loved being in the stroller. He’ll tolerate it, but definitely not for too long. We often go on multiple shorter walks in the day just to get outside!
Lucas never really loved it either so this is a treat!
Haha I’m cracking up at the Mom So Hard video! That’s amazing. And too relatable :-X
I just bought a really cute one piece from target. I’m right there with you. Small chest and 3 littles so there is lots of chasing around but I want to look half way decent while doing it. It isn’t too low cut and has a strappy back. It looks a lot cuter on too. “Strappy back one piece aqua green” is the description/name.
Gosh its crazyhow much sugar is added to products these days. Thats crazy!! Love the photos!! They turned out beautifully!
amazon! They have amazing prices and if they don’t fit it is so easy to send them back. Although target has BOGO 50% off on suits right now. I found a very cute and flattering one piece at target.
https://www.target.com/p/women-s-shirred-strappy-back-one-piece-merona-153/-/A-50756911?lnk=rec|plp|top_sellers|plp|50756911|4
Good luck!
Youre link don’t work sis. I can’t clack on it
Cupshe has some cute and affordable one pieces! I also got one last summer at Old Navy … they are definitely my go to swimwear post baby!
HI Mal! Congrats on the baby!
GIRL. I went outlet shopping with my mom last weekend and we happened to go into NY&Co store…I haven’t been in ages and they have TONS of cute stuff!! My favorite thing I bought from our entire trip was a dress from there – it’s like a thick t-shirt ish material, beautiful teal color, with a wide band in same color/material on bottom…it’s just SO flattering. Was $20 then further marked down to like $15! anyway, looks like on their site they have a million sales right now. I also had good luck at dress barn…they have some great sales on their site too right now, a lot for $25!
The family pictures are SO.CUTE. Y’all are so photogenic!!
GIRL!
I just ordered a couple suits on Amazon! It’s nice because reviewers will post pictures with fit recommendations, which help you pick a size. Plus free 2-day shipping and free returns! I’m in the same boat trying to find a good swimsuit. I had a baby 10 months ago and now I’m all about finding a cute suit that hides certain things while being functional. :) So glad one pieces are back in style!
I second amazon. I got a very covering tankin for $20.
Please add me to the Usborne Party! Thanks!
I recently got these bathing suits from Macy’s. They aren’t super cheap but now one is on sale! They are cute and flattering!
https://m.macys.com/shop/product/la-blanca-monarch-movement-tummy-control-one-piece-swimsuit?ID=4464397&CategoryID=8699
https://m.macys.com/shop/product/lauren-ralph-lauren-ikat-print-underwire-tummy-control-twist-detail-one-piece-swimsuit?ID=4511077&CategoryID=8699
Happy shopping! 😊
Invite please!
Swimsuits for all, online is my go to for largest selection and price. You can narrow your options by style etc. (Sadly this sounds like a written review lol ). Good luck
Venus has great swimsuits AND summer dresses! You can usually find a coupon online and I almost always get free shipping! :)
This dress for a casual everyday dress that you can easily dress up or down- http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=91406&vid=1&pid=506410032 Love it and so affordable.
OMG! Those pictures are absolutely beautiful!!! I am also in search of some cute dresses, it’s so much easier to put a dress on in the summer and not have to wear pants, lol! I usually get my bathing suits at Target now since Victoria’s Secret no longer makes them. I hope you have a fabulous weekend, Courtney!! Xoxo
I mean, is there any OTHER side to a salad than a pile of fries? I think not.
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For a summer dress, have you heard of Lularoe? It’s a clothing company that utilzes consultants, rather than brick and morter stores, to sell the items. here’s a link to my consultant’s facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/radiatelularoe/?fref=nf The “Carly” dress is the perfect summer dress. SO comfy!
I received Blue Apron this week, as well. Tonight are the Fajitas. We have only made the Cajun Chicken & Potato Salad with Slaw so far. The potato salad was delicious! (this from someone who generally isn’t a fan of potato salad.) I hope you enjoy as well.
Oh, and if you message the consultant, she can do Facetime to show you the items, too!
I’d love to purchase two books that a friend had just brought to our house, but I live in Wisconsin. How much would I pay in shipping?
Oh and p.s. Please send me an Usborne Invite! Thanks :)
Sure thing! Books ship directly from the warehouse – anything under $75 is $6.00!
Excellent, thanks
Mintarrow.com just posted a good Roundup of bathing suits!
Thanks, Jennifer!
Can you please add me too? :)
I got a really cute suit at Lands End, they had a ton of great options and seem well made. More on trend then I usually associate with lands end. And I totally feel you on the small chest comment…. Just finished nursing my 2nd and it’s a sad state of affairs …
All set, Kim! :) And thanks for the recommendation on the suit!
Check out athleta’s suits. Just got a new one that I LOVE from there!
P.s. Can’t believe we didn’t get a group shot on Monday! 😩
Oooo I wish I thought of there!! I just ordered like, 8 of them from 3 different places LOL so hoping they work! ;)
And I knowwwww, how lame are we?!?! (too busy having fun) ;) <3
I have that maxi dress from Nordstrom, but its going back. I wasn’t that happy with it. It is extremely long and the material is pretty thin. I really wanted to love it too.