BabyBond(TM) is the maker of nursing covers that cover mom, not her baby, while maintaining modesty. The baby remains in view and is able to make eye contact, interact and communicate with mom and others nearby. Knowing how important these interactions are to cognitive and language development, Missy, the creator, designed these to make the […] Read more…
Five Favorite Frump Fighters
This last year, I have come to realize that just because I’m short on time and money doesn’t mean like I have to LOOK like it. And it’s especially magnified seeing as I’ve recently given birth, which doesn’t help matters! And so, here are my top five frump fighters: 1. Bras. You can even get […] Read more…
Some kickin’ Boots
I don’t often post about fashion even though I spend a ton of time shopping and making sure I’m not the quintessential frumpy housewife. Right now, I’m on a hunt for some kickin’ boots to wear with my tights & dresses/skirts. After spending the summer & fall at the gym, I no longer need wide […] Read more…
The Hemming of Pants (for those who don't sew)
I am not a seamstress. I barely use my sewing machine. In fact, I usually tell people that my sewing machine and I have called a truce. I don’t use it and it doesn’t make me angry. But I had bought a bunch of new pants for Bones this summer (about 5 pr) and he’s […] Read more…
Decluttered Closet – Mommy Edition
Photo by Cushing Memorial Library and Archives, Texas A&M Over the last year (and aggressively over the last 6 months), I have been trying to build myself a new wardrobe. It’s been almost 2 years since I worked outside the home and I don’t fit in to many of my pre-baby clothes. Last summer, I […] Read more…
Decluttered Closet – Toddler Edition
Photo by ewen and donabel Last week, I was busy shopping for warm clothes & I also swapped the summer clothes for the fall ones in Lil’ Bit’s closet. I decided that before I bought any more, I needed to take inventory of what I had. Since we live in the great white north, we […] Read more…
{CLOSED} Giveaway – Bath & Body Works Mini Pampering Basket
Congrats to #4, Mama Zen, who said: “A nice, long bubble bath!” Our final giveaway this week is a Bath & Body Works Mini Pampering gift set. The scent is Moonlight Path and it includes Shower Gel, Body Lotion and Fragrance Mist, 2 oz. each, plus a Liplicious Lip Gloss. Our exclusive, classic Moonlight Path® […] Read more…
Book Review – Green Beauty Guide
The cover of The Green Beauty Guide says it all. Your Essential Resource to Organic and Natural Skin Care, Hair Care, Makeup and Fragrances. The effects synthetic products have on you. Organic makeup, moisturizers and hair care. Shortcuts to going green without going broke. How to spot organic frauds and gimmicks. She covers all that […] Read more…
Closet Purge
This was originally posted on another blog of mine (Simplicity — Small & Cheap). I consolidated all blogs to simplify my life. – Jen 6/19/09 In light of my realization that I have too much stuff, did a MAJOR closet purge Saturday. I got rid of more than I kept. Of course, I’m still not […] Read more…
Wardrobe Planning Success!!
This was originally posted on another blog of mine (Simplicity — Small & Cheap). I consolidated all blogs to simplify my life. – Jen 6/19/09 A last week, I wrote about the benefits of planning your wardrobe. I’m glad to say that having a plan REALLY works. Now, I know I wrote a huge post […] Read more…