Bringing comfort at bedtime with stories // Why Do We Say Goodnight? {a book review}

This post is sponsored by New Growth Press. As always, all opinions are my own.

I have the firm belief that reading a book can solve any problem. And I would like to think that I am instilling that same belief into my children. Point in case (or is it case in point? I get confused) when Brielana started school we began noticing her reluctance to go to sleep and then it disrupting her morning wake up routine. Talk about a bad cycle. Affiliate links used. A small commission may be received if you purchase an item through my links with no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting my blog!

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Finally got my scheduling down and was able to join in Anne's Currently link up, on time! I hope this sets the tone for the rest of the month because I need it 

Wrapping |

We do a book advent and I have yet to wrap any of our Christmas books!! I'm sorry, but with Thanksgiving being late this year combined with decorating for Christmas early (never again! Lol) I am completely confused and now behind.

Baking |

It's the second annual Sweets and Cookie Exchange at Cindy's house this Sunday and the girls and I are making Oreo fudge and baby cakes (which are actually cookies). I'll share the recipes in a recap post next week!

Lighting |

In an effort to root the true meaning of Christmas in our children's hearts, this is our second year of following Marty Machowski's Prepare Him Room and lighting a weekly advent wreath.

Sending |

As early as I got our Christmas cards printed, I have given out exactly one. Mailed those babies out yesterday and hoping they make their widespread destinations.

Enjoying |

The fact we are in school/work for three weeks until we're off for another two! I feel spoiled and yet crave that home time!

What are you celebrating this month?

  
   

Thoughts on Simplifying the Season // Blog Hop

This marks the second Christmas that we have been living in Arkansas. The second round of holidays I have been without my mom and gramma. Brian without his mom and stepdad. Is it weird I still feel untethered? For the sake of sounding like a baby, I have never not been around my family and it feels completely unnatural.

Kids Fall fashion with Moomooz

This post is sponsored by MooMooz. As always, all opinions are my own.

I like to think that I have an eye for cute clothes. I may dress like the most basic girl there is but my kid's clothes are next level. One new-to-us brand is MooMooz and guys, their wardrobe is fantastic!

Be Merry, Gift Clean // Beautycounter Holiday 2019

Happy Wednesday! Just popping in today to share the beautiful Holiday collection that Beautycounter released. There are brand new/exclusive scents and colors and sets that won't be available after the holidays! Don't miss out on some festive finds and feel good knowing your purchases are made with YOUR health in mind, first and foremost! Affiliate links used. A small commission may be received if you purchase an item through my links with no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting my blog!

Stitch Fix #9 // Birthday Fix

The 2nd was my birthday (34, if you're curious) so I decided to gift myself a Fix! This coupled with Fall being the best fashion I had double the motivation. As always I requested my girl Cass M and she worked her magic! Affiliate links used. A small commission may be received if you purchase an item through my links with no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting my blog!

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No surprise that I missed Anne's Currently link up- Wednesdays tend to be Brian's day off so I'm utterly unprepared to post, apparently. Never mind I have this written a week in advance, sigh.

Merry Mail 2019// Our personalized Christmas cards from Basic Invite

This post is sponsored by Basic Invite. All opinions are my own. 

This year has been the earliest I have ever gotten my Christmas cards printed. Like, Who Am I right now? To say I'm impressed with myself is a huge understatement, haha. But I can't take all the credit (only the coordinating outfits, photo shoot location and bribes for smiling are on me) the real MVP is Basic Invite.

Maple Spice roasted pumpkin seeds

I have been a fan of roasted pumpkin seeds for as long as I can remember. But not just any old seeds, they 
have to come fresh out of a pumpkin that I carved. I will painstakingly comb through pumpkin guts, getting 
every last seed and then scrap the hallowed gourd clean. Nothing like being thorough.

Boss Babe Podcasts // Listen

I go through "phases" of my podcast listening and have been really digging into business-minded women entrepreneurs who give actionable steps. These Boss Babes are incredibly inspiring!