Scenes From Our Weekend

Two more Mondays til school starts back (not that I am counting or anything).  Today the huge Lily sale starts but confession- would you believe I don't own one single Lily piece?   Others look cute in it but it just isn't my style- so happy shopping to all you Lily fans hope you snag some goodies. You can shop the Sale HERE, after 8am:)

I have been working with GDC Home to find some fabric for our wingback chairs.  I love that they will let you take the whole bolt of fabric home it makes such a big difference.  I was thinking a  big scale pattern til I brought this home.  Gorgeous fabric but not right in our room.

Now we are thinking of doing a solid with some brass nail heads.  Classic look then I can jazz it up with fun pillows.  Narrowed it down to these 4 although the tan is out too much neutral with my walls and sofa.

I have been obsessed with Blend Juice Bar in Mt Pleasant.  If you have not been you must check it out.  Their green juice is so good!

I am also obsessed with my new ankle JBrand jeans, seen in the above picture too.  They are the perfect transition jeans from Summer to Fall.

Rag and Bone Nicole Tank| J Brand Mid Rise Ankle Skinnies | 

Dolce Ave Necklace

Friday night we out to dinner with some good friends.  We tried out Big Belly Kitchen and Tap House a new restaurant that opened right down from our house.  It was amazing.  All the food was delicious.

 I had the braised beef tacos, fancy fries, BBQ Chips, and Arugula salad.  If you live on James Island you gotta try this place!

Saturday morning Matt watched Frances and I took Sterling to the pool.  It is rare I get one on one time with him these days so it was so nice to have some time just the two of us.

Mirrored Ray Bans | Tolani Tunic

Saturday afternoon we headed to a Birthday Party for one of Sterling's friends.

There was a jump slide, snow cone machine, and fire truck!  Sterling was in hog heaven.

Sunday Sterling and I headed to church together, for some more one on one time.

Sunday after church I took the kids to the park for a lunch picnic per Sterling's request.  I was eating my salad and looked over and saw this, it was the sweetest thing ever.  Sibling love at its finest.

This look on Frances Moon's face was priceless. She is like Mom no more pictures, I am not smiling.

Sunday night I tried out a new recipe from Callies Biscuits and Southern Traditions Cookbook.  Springtime Succotash with Bacon paired with some lobster tails and Rose.  Delish Sunday dinner.

A bunch of Rag and Bone stuff got marked down at Saks- some great deals!

Happy Monday.

Saturdays Steals and Splurges

The weekends best deals:

New to the Shopbop Sale is this Joie Tank Dress.  I love the silhouette.  This is a great dress for now and later.  Would be fabulous this Fall paired with a blazer or leather jacket.  So many great things you could do with this shift dress.

\\ Joie Peri Dress

Also marked down is the Rebecca Minkoff Mini 5 Zip Purse.  I love this almond color, it would go with everything!!

\\ Rebecca Minkoff Mini 5 Zip Purse

This suit is not on sale but not a bad price.  It reminds me of my cutout Mara Hoffman Suit I love so much.  

\\ Zinke Swimsuit

 

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If you have a baby you must check out the shoes at Old Navy.  I bought Frances Moon both pairs of these.  They are adorable and only $12!!

\\ Moccasin Boots

\\ Bow Tie Moccasins

I didn't see these in the store but how awesome are these boots?  Perfect with little leggings!

\\ Buckle Boots

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JCrew is offering additional 30% off all sale with code  SHOPSALE.

I just ordered this top, I have been wanting it and it is a great deal.  I love the Navy for Fall.

\\ Laser Cut Top

Some of the jewelry is additional 50% off.  I am loving this spike bracelet.

\\ Spike Bracelet

I ordered this top for Frances last week and it just came and is even better in person.  The colors are neon and perfect!  I am going to use it next year as a cover-up or pair it with leggings.  I got the pink color, not the yellow pictured below.

\\ Gauze Shirt

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Ann Taylor Loft is running their Friends and Family Sale and everything is 40% off!

I am really liking this floral blouse, reminds me so much of Rebecca Taylor but with the discount it comes to like $35!  Shop whole site HERE

\\ Floral Blouse

 Loving this dyed Tee shirt dress.

\\ Tee Dress 

 and these calf-hair pumps are a steal!!  Who knew the Loft had such cute stuff??

\\ Calf Hair Pumps

 Happy Saturday and Happy Shopping!

Working on My Fitness: Update

TGIF.  I am so glad it is the weekend!  We have fun dinner plans tonight and a birthday party tomorrow.

I wanted to talk about Fitness today. 

 It took me about 6 months after Frances was born to finally get back into exercising again. I am in a really good routine now and my workouts are paying off.  I am proud to say I am one pound from my goal weight and pre-baby weight.  I am not going to lie it has been slow getting the pounds off, but I know I did it in the right way and not with a quick fix cleanse or crash diet. I think the weight will stay off.  Sadly it is pretty true nine months to gain the weight, nine months to lose it!  I eat pretty healthy for the most part so I did not have to change my diet too much, it was exercise that was lacking in my life.

Running is what works best for me.  It burns the most calories and tones my whole body.  Every other day I get up at 6am and run.  I started off just doing 2 miles and I now have worked up to 4.2 miles.  I may eventually get to 4.5-5 miles but that is the max I plan to run.  I am no athlete, this stuff just doesn't come easy to me.  Cheerleading was the extent of the sports I did growing up.  Running is still hard as crap for me, it really has not gotten easier, but I am able to push myself to go further now.  The whole time I run I am basically ready for it to be over.  I never hit a runner's high while running.  But I do it for the way I feel afterwards.  It is the best start to my day.  I have more energy and I am just in a damn good mood.  I do it as much for the mental benefits as the physical.  I run about a 10 minute pace, slow I know but it gets me huffing and puffing.  I am drenched in sweat by the end of my workout.  

It is hard to get up when my alarm goes off, but I am getting used to it.  The best part of my runs are the hour alone by myself with no yelling, crying,  or someone asking me for something.  That is what gets me out of bed, the thought of pure silence:)  Plus I get to see some amazing sunrises.  The beach below is one mile from our house.  It is how I start my run, I run there grab some water and watch the sunrise and have some quiet time with God and then I finish my run. 

I wanted to share a few of my favorite Running Essentials:

ONE \\ GARMIN GPS WATCH

I love this watch..  It tracks your distance, pace, miles and calories burned.   I use it every time I run.  It alerts me when I run my best time and I really love seeing how many calories I burn.  For those curious I aim to burn between 450-500 calories each workout.

 TWO \\ BROOKS RUNNING SHORTS

I mentioned these a few weeks ago, but they really are the best running shorts.  I love the side slits and the waist band.  They are flattering and comfortable.

Also available in pink and gray HERE.

THREE \\ ZELLA SCOOPNECK TANK

This is the tank I am wearing in the above picture.  That is my standard running uniform: the scoopneck tank + Brooks Shorts.  I love these tanks because they are longer and not skin tight.

FOUR \\ NEW BALANCE RUNNING SHOES

There are so many options of running shoes out there it can be daunting.  I have been really pleased with my New Balances.  They are light weight and offer the right amount of support.

 FIVE \\ NEW BALANCE SPORTS BRA

I also love the New Balance Sports bras.  If you are lucky you can find these at TJMaxx but if not Nordstrom carries them.

Good music is key for me when running.  A good song can make me bust my ass that much longer. Here is my current play list.  Any songs I should add? 

 

I love this quote from Gwyneth- I know alot of people hate her but she is so right about working out.  It is not easy you have to put the time and effort in to see results.

How do you stay fit?  For me the key is doing it first thing in the morning, otherwise I put it off and won't do it. 

I loved these four simple rules, I try to always follow. 

It ain't easy but its worth it!

Happy Friday!

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For all my Charleston friends, my friend Melissa who started the baby food company, Giggle Bites is doing a delivery to Charleston next weekend.  Since it is currently not carried in any stores down here now is the time to stock up.  It is all I feed Frances, we love it!  If you want to place an order email Melissa@gigglebitesfood.com.  There is a $20 minimum order and orders need to be received by next Wednesday!