Going “Veggie” Doesn’t Automatically Mean Healthier
Summer’s number one food staple is (in my opinion)… BIG JUICY BURGERS… Smothered with melted cheese, topped with crispy bacon, crunchy lettuce, creamy avocado and a nice firm slice of tomato, then squirted with ketchup and all nestled between two moist yet resistant toasted sesame seed buns. However, lately, things have gotten a bit out of […]
5 Tips for Bathing Your Newborn Baby
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #GetJohnsonsBaby #ChooseGentle #CollectiveBias As a first-time mom to a newborn baby boy, bath time is quickly becoming my favorite time! Dad and I are now in a great routine where we bathe our sweet Asher nightly before bed. […]
Renovated and Revived: South Street Seaport
If you follow my stories on Instagram you’ll know that last week I got to check out the newly open Pier 17 at South-Street Seaport. It’s been five years since it closed for renovations in 2013 after being hit by hurricane Sandy. Its been newly renovated with locals in mind as opposed to being a […]
How To Break The Bad Habits You Don’t Know You Have
If you don’t know you have a bad habit, obviously you have no motivation to break it. But it is the mysterious habits that we do subconsciously – or almost subconsciously – that can do the most damage to our lives. I know I’m guilty of this and I’m actually discovering some of my previously unknown […]
Four Baby Nursery Essentials You’re Going to Love
Nothing gives you that “it’s really happening” feeling like walking into a fully furnished nursery. You might already have your car seat, stroller, and layette, but when you see the crib assembled and ready for action it really drives it home that a living breathing baby is about to be in your life. A fresh […]
Making a Home Chef Out Of My Husband
I’m not sure if you’re all aware of this but… Marriage is when a man loses his bachelor’s degree, and a woman earns her master’s degree. And if you have been following me here on my blog (and on my YouTube channel) for a while, you know, YOU KNOW… I earned my master’s degree even […]
90’s Baby- The Trend Comeback
90’s grunge, hip hop, East Coast vs West Coast, fanny packs, ruffle socks, slip dresses, butterfly clips, colorful rubberband hair styles… its all back! And I love it! As a 90’s baby I can’t help but feel happy and nostalgic that these iconic trends in fashion are back. I’m loving the updated sleeker versions of […]
A Trip To The Hospital For Dessert?
I’d love to order the severe stomach ache, with a side of bumpy, itchy rashes… Oh and for dessert, I would adore a trip to the emergency room! I totally lust after a meal like this…” SAID NO ONE EVER. I’d love to order the spaghetti dish but with gluten-free pasta instead of the original stuff… […]
Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination Part 2
Currently on display at the Met Museum on Fifth and the Cloisters in the fashion exhibition Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination. Read part one here, the premise of this exhbition is fashions relationship with the Catholic religion and religions in general. Many of the designers showcased grew up in the Catholic church or […]
Peach Earrings with Brigitte and Kiki
PEACH EARRINGS WITH BRIGITTE AND KIKI Hey ladies!! Another hot week here in California, and I absolutely love it! We were able to cool off at Terrenea Resort for a little bit (day in the life video in the works!), and I’m always counting down the days until we go back. It’s only a few […]
Getting Pregnant When “You Can’t Get Pregnant”
If you want to… Be written into the Guinness Book of World Records for being the person to take the most naps in a day before 11:30 am… Throw up the food you have and haven’t eaten… Find your once absolute favorite food on the face of the planet to be ABSOLUTELY REPULSIVE and… Hold […]
Getting My Confidence Back with Smile Brilliant Teeth Whitening + Giveaway
2018 is MY year (even if it’s halfway over). The year I really take control of how I look and feel. I’m tired of seeing pictures of myself and thinking, “ugh, who is that person?” I want to meet up with old friends and hear them say, “wow, you look great!” I want to feel confident when […]
Hawaii Catamaran Cruise Napali Coast
Hawaii Catamaran Cruise : Napali Coast I am so glad we booked the Napali Coast Catamaran tour when we were in Kauai, because it was quite possibly my favorite activity of the whole trip! I was apprehensive at first, because the one we chose was such a large boat, and I was hoping for more […]
Calling Out The Fakers
I’m not sure if you all do this very often but… I was WASTING MY LIFE AWAY the other evening… Scrolling through Instagram… When I noticed a few different people posting the most beautifully shot photos of açaí bowls on their feed. They strategically place the spoon perfectly to one side… The berries on top […]
How to Be Stylish Even During The Summer Heat
It’s like catch 22 – in the winter, the numerous layers prevent us from playing around and if you’re a layering master, winter clothes never look as amazing as the summer ones. However, as summer comes with a side of heat and humidity, even when you plan on looking your best, your ideas seem to […]