Scenes From Our Weekend

We had picture perfect weather this weekend.  It was so nice after all the cold weather we have had lately!  We definitely enjoyed alot of time outdoors.

Friday I hit up an Estate Sale. I have not been to one in weeks and this was a good one.  I scored all sorts of great stuff for cheap.  The necklace was $1.00.  I mean seriously you can't beat Estate Sales.

 We hit up the beach near our house Friday afternoon for some afternoon fun.  Sterling insists on wearing his cowboy boots everywhere.  Will this phase ever pass??

Saturday, we have started a new family tradition where we go out to breakfast.  Matt usually has to work on Saturdays so it is a nice way to get in some family time with him before he is gone for the day.  Matt and I both got the Corned Beef Hash with Fried Eggs at SweetWater Grill and it was amazing!  It really makes me want to learn to make my own corned beef.

 Saturday night we went to dinner with a few other couples for an early Birthday Celebration.   We had predrinks with Caycee and Todd.  I am such a giant next to her for real.  But how great does she look? She has me so impressed with her dedication to losing weight, she is 3 lbs from her goal weight and I am so proud of her.

I wore my Equipment Dress, so in love with it.  Similar one available HERE.

 

How cute is Caycee's Dress??  After she told me it was $15 from Forever 21 I promptly ordered one (or two).  It comes in 4 fab colors.  It is online only.

{F21 Maxi Slip Dress}

 All us girls at dinner.   So blessed to have such wonderful friends.  I count my lucky stars everyday to have these great women in my life.

Sunday was a church + boat day.  Church Outfit was Vince Dress.  Plus I added my Vintage Necklace I found at the Estate Sale Friday.

I love our walk to church downtown.  The streets are just gorgeous this time of the year with all the azaleas in bloom.  Great photo op with my little man.

Sunday afternoon was boat ride time.  I packed my favorite champ and new favorite chips.  Seriously go buy the Pringles Jalapeno chips.  We demolished the whole container.

This was me trying to channel Bridgett Bardot for the boat ride.  It so windy once we actually got on the water I had to ditch my hat, bummer because it was really keeping the sun out of my face.

There is nothing I love more than seeing my two boys together.  Melts my heart seriously.

Our boat ride turned out to be very cold.  The forecast said the high 75 but it felt more like 50 on the water.  Had to warm up at the Yacht Club Afterwards with a stiff drink.

I really loved this quote.  I still have Hope and hope you all do too.

I added a few new items to my Blog Sale yesterday and reduced some prices you can check it out Here,  there are some great deals!

Here is to a fabulous Monday!

Blog Sale Part 2

So I found a few more things to add to the Blog Sale and I reduced the price on others.   Shipping is $5, I will combine if you buy more than one item.  Email me at nataliemason24@yahoo.com if interested.

{JOIE FLORAL BLOUSE}

Size= XS but runs on the large side

Worn once, mint condition

Retailed for $230

$90

SOLD

{JOIE TUNIC/DRESS}

Size XS- again this runs on the large side more like a small

This was more of a tunic on me but on someone shorter it could be a dress.  It comes with a black cotton slip

Worn once, mint condition

Retailed for $325

$100

{JOIE PEACH SILK TANK}

Size= XS- again more like a small very loose fitting

Retailed for $198

Worn once, mint condition

$70

{TIBI BEADED BLACK SILK TANK}

Size= 0 but more like a size 2/4

New With Tags

Retailed for $218

$75

{ELIE TAHARI SILK TANK}

Size= Small

Worn a few times mint condition

Retailed for $200

$60

{JOIE CASHMERE SWEATER}

Size= Small

Material: 40% Nylon, 35% Rayon, 20% Wool, 5% Cashmere

Worn Once, Mint Condition

Retailed for $250

$65

SOLD
 

{MARSHALLS  BLOUSE}

The brand on this blouse is just 4 Colored Squares?

New Without Tags

Size= Medium

Back buttons at top and then is open so you need a tank underneath

$30

SOLD

{BCBG SHIFT DRESS}

Size= Small

Worn twice, mint condition

Retailed for $200

$50

{BANANA REPUBLIC GRAY SKINNY JEANS}

Size= 27

New With Tags

Retailed for $89.50

$25
SOLD

{REBECCA TAYLOR SNAKESKIN/FLORAL BLOUSE}

SIZE=0 (but this runs on the large size fits more like a 2/4)

Mint Condition

Retailed for $250

$55

{T-BAGS DOLMAIN TOP}

Size= Medium

Worn Once, Mint Condition

Retailed for $165

$35

{RACHEL PALLY HOT PINK TUNIC}

Size= Small, very loose fitting

92% Modal, 8% Spandex- it is so soft

Worn Once, Mint Condition

Retailed for $200

$65

SOLD

5 Wines You Should Buy: Baby Mama Juice

Today I am so excited to have my real life friend Amy, from Baby Mama Juice guest posting about my favorite topic, wine.  When I met Amy we instantly bonded.  She is pretty, sweet, fun, a mama to a precious baby girl (aka Sterling's future wife), and freaking hilarious.  I am always laughing with Amy.  She keeps it real, a trait that I love and admire in a friend.  If you don't already read her blog, trust me you should.  We both share a crazy love for good wine so I knew that was what I wanted her to write about.  Trust me I will be buying every bottle on here, Amy has great taste in wine.

Without further adieu, I present my girl Amy:)

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Hi friends, I'm Amy from Baby Mama Juice and I'm on Cloud 9 to be here today.  As you all know, Natalie is one stylish, sweet, smart mama who can cook up a mean meal.  She's also, lucky for me, a friend.  When she asked me to write a guest post, I squealed and did cartwheels suggested the subject of wine.  We bonded over wine the first time we met in person and love to try new wines when we get together for girls' nights.  

I'm pretty easy to please when it comes to my beverage of choice.  There are so many wines I love, I could write a thesis on the subject.   I prefer white and rose over red, but I do like a nice pinot noir with a tasty steak dinner.  I've composed a list of my top 5 all-time favorite wines for you.  You know, the bottles you would desperately need want if you were stranded on a deserted island (along with, of course, your significant other and children/fur babies).  

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Pink Champagne is my go-to for brunch, pre-dinner cocktails, and special occasions.  It's beautiful, light, and not too sweet/not too dry.  It's perfection in a glass.  This is a lovely bottle I picked up at our local Bottles store.  Look for very light pink hues and a price point from $15-$20.  This Gerard Bertrand Cremant De Limoux was $17.49.

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Speaking of pink, my dear friend Rose often gets confused with its sweet cousin White Zinfandel. Unlike White Zin, it is neither sweet nor limited to summertime drinking.  Go to any nice restaurant and ask for a dry Rose.  I promise you won't be disappointed.  We drink our favorite Rose, Whispering Angel, year-round and with anything and everything.  If I had to rank them, this would by my #1 wine of choice.  We tried it for the first time during a trip to Paris and fell madly in love. We order ours online, but I recently found it at Bottles for $17.99 and Total Wine for $19.99.

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I liked the name of this Chardonnay so I picked it up at the grocery store.  Boomtown is so good that they can't stock it fast enough and the shelf is often completely bare.  This wine goes with just about everything and is the perfect American Chardonnay.  It's $17.99 at Harris Teeter.

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Have you ever tried Albarino?  It's a Spanish white that makes your taste buds want to Tango! This Martin Codax Albarino is easy to find and affordable at $14.99.  

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Just in case there's red meat or lasagna on your deserted island, you'll need a red.  When I drink red wine, I like it to be good, real good.  Cheap red wines taste like vinegar and give me a horrible hang-over the next morning.  The Prisoner is a red blend that tastes like it costs a pretty penny...and it does ($39.99).  It's a great birthday, anniversary, holiday, promotion, or stranded on a deserted island wine.  

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Try them out and give me your thoughts!  Thanks for reading and come visit me over at Baby Mama Juice.  

p.s.  Why do I drink Baby Mama Juice?  Because it's delicious by itself and even better with food!  I guess you could call it one of my hobbies.  Is that bad?!  Well, if it's bad then I don't want to be good! 

Thoughts For Thursday

Happy Thursday Friends.  This week is flying by, which is a good thing!  Means we are closer to my Birthday week where anything goes!  I plan on celebrating all week (much to Matt's dismay)

My Splendid Dress came and I am obsessed with it.  It is so flattering + comfortable.  I see myself living in it this Summer.  I highly recommend it and it was a good price as far as dresses go.

::S P L E N D I D  P A R I S A N  T U L I P  D R E S S::

I picked up the most beautiful Orchid Stems yesterday.  If you are local you must stop by Lotus.   They have the best orchids.  I got all these for the price of flowers at Harris Teeter.  A real steal.

I made my moms Veggie Pizza for dinner last night.  We used to eat this all the time growing up and I still love it.  It is a sneaky way to get your kids to eat veggies- although disclaimer Sterling made me remove all the carrots before he would touch it but he did eat the broccoli and cauliflower.  It's base is crescent rolls- enough said right?  You will love this pizza.

::V  E G E T A B L E  R A N C H   P I Z Z A::

Our Marshalls and TJMaxx here have been getting in the best stuff lately.  My mom took me early birthday shopping and I scored this awesome Equipment Dress. I also spied these Rebecca Minkoff Purses but neither came home with me.  Somebody please buy them!

Sterling really wanted me to get the purse.

As I mentioned before my parents were here for a few days this week and it was lovely.  My sweet dad spackled all the rough spots and holes in our kitchen and bathroom.  He even trained Sterling how to do it, added bonus!

We took a late afternoon boat ride that was awesome.  Makes me ready for summer and warm weather.

 

I have had a hard time getting into any books lately until I picked up Safe Haven.  So far I am loving it, it is an easy,  entertaining read.  Next up - any recs?

 I am completely obsessed with The Lot a local restaurant here.  I ate there Monday and I am headed back Saturday.  How gorgeous is this plate of veggies?   It was all locally farmed veggies with jalapeno aioli- so good!   Locals you must check this place it out it is such a hidden gem on James Island.

Lastly here is a sneak peek of some goodness going on in our bathroom.  Loving the Serena and Lily Shower Curtain!  
Everything is slowly coming together!