Motivation...or just another reason to shop

It’s almost the new year and it seems the most popular resolution is weight loss.

Or something to do with the appearance of the body.

It can be hard to incorporate exercise into your life.

I know you’re thinking, “Working out five days a week? I can barely brush my teeth twice a day.”

Or is that just me?!

But, I know making time for exercise is a must for a healthy body.

I also know that when I think I look good, I feel good. 

So even if you’re not feeling your bod just yet and you still want to look dope at the 

gym, I have some gear to motivate that ass of yours.

Okay, I’ll be honest here. I just love work out gear. 

I feel so fierce when I wear it. Even when I don’t work out.

 I’m just grocery shopping and yet I feel like I can kick some ass.

These are a few things I’m considering buying in the very near future. 

As exercise motivation, of course. 

Kicks // Bra // Hoodie // Water Bottle // Sports Band // Shorts //  Leggings

 

Obviously, Nike is the go to for all things athletic but Victoria’s Secret has an athletic section, too. 

And their shit is fierce. Which will make you feel fierce. I mean, how else would you want to feel when exercising? And I took a peek at Old Navy and they have this turtleneck burnout hoodie.
 Uh, yes.

 Oh, and how effing dope is this Nike band?! It keeps you informed of your activity,

whether you’re cooking, running, shopping...at the bar...you’ll know the progress you’re making! 

I love that it tells you how much and how hard you’re working out.

I know adjusting your sched and body to new things can be difficult at first, but keep in mind, 
you’re building a better version of yourself. 

You can climb that mountain, one step at a time. And look hot doing it. 

Good Luck and happy new year, babes. Because you are all babes. ;)

Festive Friday Five

Can you believe that next week is New Year's Eve?! Most people have the issue of having a party to attend with nothing to wear. I, of course, have the opposite problem.
 I have a festive little dress with no where to go. Or at least I can't decide where to go. 

Living in Atlanta, I have an insane amount of options, so you can't really blame me.

But  if you are looking for some inspiration...

or just want to look at the fun festive Polyvore I created, here you go!

Dress: 

The obvious, glittery choice.

Skirt: 

How f-ing festive is this feathery skirt??

Pants: 

I need these pants in my life like yesterday.

Shorts: 

It's a fun alternative to a dress. If it's chilly where you are, 

throw on tights underneath or even thigh highs!

PJs: 

This is what I'll most likely be wearing if I can't decide where to go. 

These sure are cute pajamas.

Do you have any plans and if so can I tag along? haha

But really.

Happy Friday and New Year.

The Merriest Christmas

This Christmas was one of the best Christmases we've ever had. 

Last year, we were all over the place because of family drama. Bella was opening presents and wasn't even able to see what she had because she had to open more in order to stay on schedule. 

It was the epitome of ridiculous and didn't feel like the Christmas I was used to having.

 Nor was it fun. In any way.

This year was the complete opposite. 

We ate, opened presents, ate, played with presents, ate and napped. Perfect Christmas!

 

On Christmas Eve, we decorated cookies, made homemade hot chocolate and watched How the Grinch Stole Christmas. I was nervous at first because Bella scares easily. (She was scared of Brave and Tangled) But the Grinch has become one of Bella's favorite movies! Thank God because it's my favorite and it was going to play whether she was terrified or not.

 

 

Then on Christmas morning, we watched the parade, ate pancakes and fruit, and opened presents.

Speaking of presents, Bella received so many incredible gifts.
Shout out to all her "Santas".

 This girl got a make up kit from my mom.  A real make up kit.

Right when she opened it, she smeared every color all over her face and asked,
"How do I look, Mommy? Beautiful, right?"

Thanks, Nini.

She also got things I didn't even think about getting her but were perfect for her. 

She got all things creative from a massive art set to a jewelry making set.

 They say the only mess moms don't mind is the one made on Christmas morning.
 

 

P.S...Why is Devon's shirt tucked in?

 I looove this time of year and all the festivities. 

It's insane that it's already over and 2014 is in less than a week.

My friends graduate college in the summer and Bella will officially start preschool in the fall.
I'm so not ready for 2014.