Thoughts For Friday

Happy Friday Friends.  I am officially exhausted this has been a crazy busy week for us!!  But tonight I am excited because I am finally getting to meet two blogger friends in person- Sara and Mandy.

Yesterday I finally popped on the home decor store, Eclectic in Mount Pleasant.  Sidney has such a great eye for design and had some awesome pieces.  She is featuring WayWay Allen's artwork this month and it is all gorgeous.  I wanted several pieces!

 and how cute would these animals be in a nursery?  So much like Jonathan Adler but cheap!  If I didn't have so much stuff in Frances Moon's nursery I would have bought one!

Her store is on Coleman Blvd, check it out!

Thanks to everyone who came to our La Senorita Jolie trunk show.  Their tee shirts really are my favs!  They are so soft and comfortable and a great price point! You can still order online thru Sunday and get free shipping with the code LSJ-DBDD.  My two favorite tops from the show were The Valentina and the Kylie

I am wearing a size medium in the Valentina and a small in the Kylie.

Also wearing my favorite distressed jeans. available here in black too which I love!

Thank you to everyone on instagram for all the great mascara recommendations. For years I have used Maybelline Great Lash and all of a sudden I hate it! I am looking for a new one.  I am testing out many of the suggestions and first up was the Loreal Voluminous.  I am going to wear it for a week or so to get a good feel for it but so far it is better than my old one!  Next on my list are : Josie Maran, Benefit, and Chanel.

Local friends if you have not eaten at the Square Onion in ION you must.  The Whitney veggie sandwich is my favorite!!  It is hummus and veggies on delish bread!

I am obsessed with watching my kids sleep, totally normal and not creepy, right??  Anyways I snapped this picture of Frances and it melted my heart,  a framer for sure!

I watched the most interesting segment on ABC News about Dan Harris, who had major anxiety and a panic attack on air which lead him to research happiness and resulted in all signs pointing to meditation.  It was so interesting that sitting and meditating only 5 mins a day can improve areas of your brain and help with so many other ailments.  I am convinced I need to clear my mind and meditate and I started reading his book, 10% Happier.  It really is so interesting.

I am dying to try out these amazing Napa Cabbage Wraps from Camille Styles next week.  They look so good!

These Vince Genna Sandals have me drooling, totally lust worthy.  Quite possibly the most perfect nude sandal I have ever seen! 

For a cheaper version check out these by Joe's Jeans (who knew they made shoes).  Sizes are selling out fast because these are such a good deal and gorgeous too!

Mindy Sandal

Lastly, I just love this picture of me and kids at bath time.  I count my blessing everyday for this sweet family of mine.  I love how much Frances already loves her big brother.  Sterling is so good with her always making her smile.

Have a great weekend!

xoxo

Sterling's Big Boy Room + Lulu and Georgia $100 Giveaway

As most of you know we are currently trying to spruce up our bedroom.  But you see I can't ever just focus on one project and complete it I have to be working on several at the same time. I am crazy like that!   Enter Sterling's room.  His room and our master were the main rooms I wanted to tackle this year.   It all started when I saw this rug on Lulu and Georgia.  It was the starting point for his room.

I thought it was the perfect rug for a little boys room.  It is an indoor/outdoor rug which I love because they are easier to clean and trust me my little man makes quite a mess!

|| Bold Arrow Rug ||

A few rooms that I pinned for inspiration

I did Sterling's room two years ago and just want a refresher.    We are not buying new furniture for his room, nothing drastic, just some small changes.  My thoughts are a new rug, new light fixture, artwork, and possibly a fresh coat of paint on the walls,  We are doing all this on a pretty cheap budget so I will be looking for accessories at TJmaxx and Homegoods to save money.

This is his room currently.  This pic was taken awhile back - the rug is now covered in stains so we are going to move it to our garage which is where our laundry machine is so it will be nice to have a rug out there.   I am also thinking a lighter paint color on the walls might be nice and make the room feel larger, leaning towards a Farrow and Ball Gray if we paint.  Loved the brown for four years but kind of ready for a change.  It all will depend how the brown walls look with the rug

I still like his crisp white bedding, I am a sucker for a white bed!

Below are a few things I am loving and considering from Lulu and Georgia for Sterling's room makeover.

Light | Arrow Rug | Artwork | Blanket | Rams Head

 Lulu and Georgia has graciously offered one reader the chance to win a $100 gift card!  Just follow the steps below!
Right now Lulu and Georgia is having their friends and family event so you can get 25% any purchase with code FRIENDSANDFAMILY thru Friday.   I love this rug and light fixture we used in Frances Moons nursery!   Shop HERE!
Oh and I will announce the Freshly Picked Winner tomorrow!!
xoxo

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Amazing Beef Enchiladas

It has been awhile since I shared a Mexican recipe.  Mexican food is my happy place, absolutely love it.  These beef enchiladas are crazy good.   Easy to whip together and then just pop in the oven.  I served ours with slow cooked black beans and it was the perfect meal!  Cheesy beefy goodness for when you need that Mexican fix!

Enjoy!

|| B E E F  E N C H I L A D A S ||

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups enchilada sauce, divided
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 8 ounces ground beef 
• homemade taco seasoning
• 1 (4.5-ounce) can diced green chiles
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup canned corn kernels, drained
• 1/2 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 1/4 cups Monterey Jack cheese, divided
• 1 1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
• 12 (6-inch) flour tortillas, warmed
• sliced green onions
• 1 avocado, halved, seeded, peeled and diced

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Pour 1 cup enchilada sauce in the bottom of a 9×13 baking dish; set aside.
• Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium high heat. Add ground beef, green chiles, salt and pepper, to taste. Cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes, making sure to crumble the beef as it cooks; drain excess fat.  I added a sprinkling of our homemade taco seasoning here for extra flavor.
• In a large bowl, combine beef, corn, beans, 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese and 1/2 cup cheddar cheese.
• To assemble the enchiladas, lay tortilla on a flat surface and spoon 1/4 cup of the beef mixture in the center. Roll the tortilla and place seam side down onto prepared baking dish. Repeat with remaining tortillas and beef mixture. Top with remaining enchilada sauce and cheeses.
• Place into oven and bake until bubbly, about 20 minutes.
• Serve immediately, garnished with cilantro, avocado, and green onions if you like!

Obsessions

|| LOLLI ONE PIECE ||

This is the cutest one piece ever.  I adore the bow detail!

|| RAG AND BONE BOYFRIEND SHORTS ||

My love affair with distressed denim continues.  I love my Rag and Bone jeans with the holes so of course I want the short version now:)  

But if you want a deal check out this version for only $68- such a steal for distressed shorts!

|| DAVID LERNER RACERBACK TANK ||

This looks like the perfect casual tank for Summer.  I want the black and white to go with everything!

|| BAUBLEBAR CRYSTAL BARREL CUFF ||

I am smitten with this bracelet from Baublebar and the price tag even more so!  It is the perfect bangle for stacking!

|| CLOVER CANYON ROCKS TEE DRESS ||

Another kick ass dress from Clover Canyon.   I love  that is more causal for everyday wear.  Such great pastels for spring.

|| DOLCE VITA DEAH SANDEL ||

These sandals are a steal at $68.  Love the black and tan combo!!

They would go with everything.

|| GAP BOYS FRAYED DENIM SHORTS ||

I just ordered these for Sterling in the kelly green and they are so cute.  Great for little boys for Summer!  I might get the yellow pair too!

I also snagged this Gap romper for Frances which is equally as cute!

|| AZTEC MAXI DRESS ||

Piperlime is offering 25 % off its styles under $150 with code CHIC.  This dress is only $89 and then with 25% such a steal!!  This warm weather has me ready to rock some maxi dresses.  Love the boho print on this one.

 

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Lastly all Charleston friends, Caycee and I are hosting a La Senorita Jolie Trunk Show this Thursday morning.  Email me (nataliemason24@yahoo.com)  if you want to come and I will send you directions to my house!!  It is great time to see all the styles in person and try them on.  If you can't make it you can check out their website and use code LSJ-DBDD for free shipping on your whole order!

Scenes From Our Weekend

Can I just say it is amazing what a weekend with good sunny weather does for the soul.  All the rain and cold here was putting me in a serious funk.  I feel rejuvenated!  

We had such a great weekend.

My parents were down here for the food and wine festival so I got to spend some time with them which I always love.

Sterling loves his Big Poppie!

My mom brought a bottle of the most delish Chardonnay- I really recommend it!

Friday night we ordered pizza- we really do this every Friday.  This week we tried out a new pizza, The BLT Pizza.  It was sooo good!  Locals it was from Pasianos our favorite pizza place on James Island.

Frances and Sterling have been so sweet together lately.  Melts my heart.

Saturday the weather was so awesome I took the kids for a picnic at Normandy Farms.  Sterling is like,  really mom I am trying to eat put the camera down.

We got our new shipment of Honest Diapers and I m pretty sure these leopard ones are my favorite!

Saturday we had a couples dinner out to celebrate all the birthdays in March (including mine)!

I was pumped to fit back in my regular jeans!

My jeans are old but the current Rag and Bone version can be found HERE.

I have been obsessed with distressed denim lately!

Rag and Bone Skinny Jeans also here in lighter wash |Shirt is old Theory | Necklace Christina Jervey | Shoes

 

I also carried my favorite Gigi New York Clutch!

The Uber clutch is amazing, it is all I carry these days.  It is awesome because you can fit so much in it!

 

We had the best time with our friends.  A great way to celebrate my upcoming birthday!

Sunday I went on my first run in basically a year.  It is time to tighten this body up!  It was painful but also felt so good!

Then we went on a boat ride the weather was just amazing!  It was Frances Moons first boat ride and she loved and yes she has a life jacket we were docked this was right before we took off:)

It was a fantastic week!

xoxo

Saturdays Steals and Splurges

Happy Saturday.  Hope everyone is having a fabulous weekend.  Here are this weekends deals!

Serena and Lily is having 20% off everything thru the weekend.  Use code GET20.  You can even use it on sale stuff!!  A great time to snag these Coro Glasses, Napkins,  awesome serving tray, 

and I love these heads for a nursery!

I am especially loving these hot pink rimmed baskets.  I would these for my kitchen to put fruit in one and lemons + limes in the other!

|| NANTUCKET BOWLS ||

Loving this foldover Maxi skirt.  It looks so comfy.  I have been on the hunt for a plain one to wear with fitted tanks this summer- best part it is only $59!

|| FOLDOVER MAXI||

Thru the end of today Neiman Marcus is having $50 off if you spend $200.  A great time to stock up on clothes for the kids this Summer.  Use code NMKIDS and shop Here.

Love these Burlap Toms for Sterling and this Busy Bees Dress for Frances

Shopbop just added a bunch of new stuff to their 70% off sale.  I am obsessed with this Lizzie Fortunado Clutch it is a steal at 70% off!!  Really love this necklace too!

|| Lizzie Fortundao Safari Clutch ||

I am dying to try Tory Burch's new lipstick and it is finally online!  Such amazing colors plus I adore the packaging!

||TB Lipstick||

Gap is having 30% off if you spend $100.  Use code SAVE.

I love the baby organics line, I got Frances this star bubble and just adore it.  It is so soft.  Also love these star organic pjs for Sterling. 

|| STAR BUBBLE | STAR PJS ||

and this is one of my favorite onesies Frances has, she wears it all the time.  A great time to buy all the organics line with the 30% off!  Can you tell I love stars?

| STAR ONESIE |

and this weeks splurge- I am loving the new sandals Rag and Bone came out with this Summer!  Really want this tan pair they would go with everything!

||Rag and Bone Quinn Sandals ||

Happy Saturday and Happy Shopping!