Fearing the man in red

I’m pretty sure our baby hates Santa Claus.  She’s going through a big-time stranger danger thing. Pair that with a giant red suit, surly beard and she’s not a fan. Last weekend, they had an awesome squadron kids Christmas party on base. Lots of activities: a jumping castle, cookie decorating, ornament decorating, face painting and…

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Fitness stocking stuffers

Hi, fellow shopping elves 🙂 I can’t believe that with the exception of a few last-minute things (and wrapping, which is always a party), we are DOOOOOONE. I’m excited to just enjoy Christmas Eve day, since I won’t be fighting people at the mall. Rejoice. I thought I’d put together a list of stocking stuffers…

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Game faces + weekly fitness/meal plan

It was fun to see some familiar faces on ESPN.com this morning…. (Photo source) See Kyle, the Pilot and our friend in the Santa hat standing behind #3? Kyle looks like he’s singing an opera song, but apparently they were all upset because the ref didn’t call a foul right before a Florida player went…

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Hug someone

It’s interesting how the weather tends to appropriately react on such a sad day. My heart breaks for the families of those who were affected by yesterday’s horrific events. I’ve felt anguished and too stunned to write, so I kept the computer closed and spent the afternoon and evening with the people I love so…

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Gina: 5 things

Hi 🙂 I always love when Meg does her “Five Things” posts (ok, I love all of her posts), and thought it would be fun to do one of my own since there are some new, fun things to share with you!  Here are 5 things that I’m crazy about right now: 1) Red lipstick.…

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20 workouts, 20 minutes or less

Hi friends 🙂 Happy Friday! No post last night. Oliv has been teething this week, and writing something in my zombie state would not do this blog any favors 😉 I’m so happy to hear you liked the Caroline and Bella video. They’ve become fast friends: chasing each other, taking naps together and even sharing…

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Meg: Holiday Style

The past few years or so, I had to work most holidays. I am a holiday enthusiast so these were dark days for me! I would show up to all of my family events (if at all) wearing my Starbucks polo and black pants stained with syrup and milk. Gross, I know. While I feel…

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on the wagon

Hi 🙂 How’s your Dine-In December going? I’ve been thankful for copious veggie soup leftovers to keep me on the wagon this week… (also brought a bag of Skinny Pop to share with my work friends-  the pre-popped kind doesn’t make the resort smell like a movie theatre)  and also for an awesome girls’ night…

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Fave cold weather gear + a giveaway- ENDED

Welcome to Tucson, winter. I have to say, I was a little bit excited when I pulled out my beloved purple Scuba hoodie this morning. It felt so weird to easily zip it, instead of awkwardly trying to zip it over a large pregnant belly like last year, even though I do kinda miss the…

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11 months

1 more month until Oliv is officially a toddler! She’s transitioning from baby to big girl in the blink of an eye, and it’s especially incredible to get little glimpses of what she may be like when she’s 3.. or 7… or 12. I won’t even start playing the “time is passing way too quickly”…

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Giveaway: White Plum Boutique- ENDED

I enjoy sparkly things. Needless to say, I was a liiiiiitle excited when Hilary from White Plum Boutique emailed to see if I’d like to do a giveaway. White Plum specializes in on-trend, affordable jewelry and accessories for women. They have low price points (30%-70% less than retail boutiques) and all of the pieces through Facebook…

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