Happy Friday! Despite a busy week filled with poignant Mother’s Day performances that remind me that my babies are growing up too fast, crazy work deadlines and the start of a new All Star cheer season, I was actually able to sneak away for some shopping and and, boy, did I stumble upon some good finds. In fact, I am convinced that you really do find the best treasure when you are least looking for them.
May your Mother’s Day weekend be filled with pampering, relaxation, and family memories. And next week, stay tuned for a few projects I’ve been working on!
Normally a walk through Nordie’s handbag department filled with Marc Jacobs and Tory Burch eye candy leaves me with extreme handbag envy. But I don’t need to fill an ounce of guilt for purchasing this darling tote. Perfect for summer adventures, I don’t know what I love more, the saying or the $28 price tag!
For my Wallet: Lucky Chic Fitness & Wellness
Who doesn’t love a flash sale site? For all you fitness and wellness buffs (or those just obsessed with cute workout wear), this is my new favorite one. It is the first flash sale site focused on the healthy & active lifestyle from fitness apparel, to gear, to skin care, vitamins and more. Although they just opened and are gearing up for their official launch this June, some recent sales have featured products from Lululemon (YEAH!), Nike+, Kiehl’s, adidas by Stella McCartney and Smith Optics. And the best part is the 1 Makes 1 program. For every purchase made, they will donate one meal to a hungry child. To sign up, click here.
Target has done it again with their new Shops concept. I don’t know what you thought of all the new designer additions, but the one I was most excited about was Privet House. The melamine plates, burlap pillows, stationery and vintage accessories are all to die for! Pure heaven. Although I loved it all and plan to buy some more online before it sells out, one of my favorite pieces was this greenhouse. Inside I placed a small succulent, and it has happily found its home on my vintage farmhouse table.
For the Summer: A Cheap, but Oh-So-Sweet Bikini
I don’t get it…why are bathing suits so darn expensive?! It kills me to spend $150 on a bikini that will get trashed in our chlorine-rich community pools and saturated with sand as I build sandcastles with my kids. Old Navy has become my spot to buy suits. And I have to admit, they actually fit pretty darn decent on a mom’s body, holding up the girls, providing support as I play with the kids, and covering up the rear. And at about $30, if it does get stretched out and trashed after our summer fun, who cares?
Source: Mel's Kitchen Cafe
This recipe comes via Pinterest courtesy of food blog Mel’s Kitchen Cafe. I’ve already made it twice in the last week and it is delish! The sweet lemon flavor of the animal cracker crust pairs perfectly with the tartness of the creamy lime filling. It is a perfect, light summer dessert that takes minutes to make. Since most of the items are pantry essentials, it also is a great treat to make for last-minute BBQs or playdates.
