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Michele’s makeup faves

Hiiiii! Hope youโ€™re having a wonderful day. Thank you so much for sharing your New Years goals with me. I always love to hear what youโ€™re up to, and your intentions for the year ahead. When we did our blog survey a couple of weeks ago, so many of you mentioned that you wanted to…

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In the New Year….

Happy 2016, friends! Hope you had a wonderful weekend after the celebration. It was kind of amazing that Christmas and New Years both fell on Fridays this year. It was two full straight weeks of festivities (and time off for the Pilot; reason enough for celebration right there!) and we are getting back in the…

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2015 year in review

Needless to say, a lot happened and changed around here this past year! 2015 was time of anticipation, new experiences and great adventures. It also been a transitional period of some challenges and growth, and I’m thankful for the lessons and moments that comprised a wonderful year. While there were some amazing parts of 2015, I…

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Inspiration to move with the Polar A360

This post is sponsored by Fitfluential on behalf of Polar.  Heading into the New Year, my fitness goals are pretty straightforward. Iโ€™ll write a post about it, but I’d love to increase my strength and cardio endurance, run another half marathon, and build some lean muscle. My number one priority is moving on a consistent…

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Fitness Gear for the New Year

Iโ€™m so excited to share some fitness plans, tips and inspiration as we head into the new year. I thought Iโ€™d shout out some of my all-time favorite fitness gear to get your motivated for the new year! Here are some ideas if youโ€™re looking to spruce up or build a home gym, or update…

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Happy holla days

Hi friends! How was your weekend? Hope you had a wonderful one, and that those who celebrated Christmas enjoyed a beautiful holiday. Ours was a little non-traditional this year, but was still an awesome weekend. Weโ€™re usually in Tucson or visiting the Pilot’s side of the family, but we stayed here in San Diego to…

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Have yourself a merry little Christmas

Sending you lots of love, light and happiness this holiday season. Whether youโ€™re celebrating Christmas or a beautiful wintery weekend, I hope itโ€™s an amazing one surrounded by family and friends. Lots of love to you and Iโ€™ll see ya on Monday! xoxo Gina and the fam ๐Ÿ™‚

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when you let go of fear

The post is sponsored by Fitfluential on behalf of Polar. I wasnโ€™t always afraid of heights. Itโ€™s something that has gradually happened over time, along with the realization that sadly, I am not invincible, and when youโ€™re up high, chances are that you could fall. My fear of heights translated to a fear of flying,…

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Breastfeeding round 2

Is officially over. This is something I have mixed feelings about. For one, Iโ€™m really happy to be able to eat food again, but it sucks (<โ€” pun?) when you canโ€™t feed your baby the way you would in an ideal world. All in all, Iโ€™m thankful that I have the resources and medical help…

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Egg-Less Nog Protein Shake

Hi friends! Hope youโ€™re having a wonderful morning. Today I have a delicious eggless eggnog protein shake recipe for you to try!Yesterday was a great day. Liv, P and I met up with Jess and her daughter at the aquarium, (Liv is obsessed with her black boots) came back home and made dinner, (this stew…

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Heading towards the Invisalign finish line

I am partnering with the Invisalignยฎ brand, but all opinions expressed are my own. Full disclosure. Itโ€™s hard to believe that just a couple of weeks ago, I received my LAST set of Invisalignยฎ clear aligners, and I should be done in February. (After that point, Iโ€™ll receive my retainers and will transition to only…

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Friday Faves

Hi friends! Happy Friday!! So excited for the weekend. What are you up to?? Weโ€™re headed to a holiday party, my aunt and uncle will be in town, and Iโ€™m getting a much-needed haircut. I may fall asleep in the shampoo chair.  (Love the OB tree!) Before we get this Friday Faves party started, HUGE…

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