Necklace: Kate Spade [exact] Vest: J. Crew Factory [option, option, option] Dress: Old Navy, out of stock [option, option] Sandals: Tommy Hilfiger via TJ Maxx [exact] Well, it’s been about another month since my last Weight Watchers check in so figured it was time for another update (not trying to be vain, just want to hold myself accountable here.) As of now, after 10 weeks on WW, I am down 17.8 pounds- YES! I am officially back at my pre-pregnancy weight, although I would like to Read More
Easy Breakfast with Quaker Real Medley Yogurt Cups
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #QuakerRealMedleys #CollectiveBias I’m always on the lookout for quick and tasty breakfasts. And if there are no dishes, it’s even better. Enter Quaker® Real Medleys® Yogurt Cups. Crunchy. Cool. Yum. This new product come in three flavors: Strawberry Almond, Apple Cinnamon and Raspberry Pecan. My local Walmart carried two of the three in the ready-to-eat cereal aisle, so I Read More
Peanut Butter Chocolate Banana Smoothie Recipe + Protein Powder Recipe Roundup
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PowerInProtein #CollectiveBias Taking care of a 14 week old baby while training for a half marathon takes a LOT of energy. Needless to say, I am hungry all.the.time. Between exclusively pumping six times a day for Bryce and getting in my workouts, I need nutritious options that keep me fueled. Often times, I don’t have the luxury of preparing something that takes forever to make OR Read More
Win it Wednesday: Hero Half Marathon and 10k
I had such a blast when I ran the Hero Half Marathon and 10k race at the gorgeous Indiana Dunes a couple years back. And now that I’m back into running post baby, I am SUPER excited to add this event to my race schedule this year, especially now that the race has been moved up to September instead of October! And for those of you in the Chicagoland area, I’ve got a sweet treat for you: I’m giving away one entry for the half marathon and one entry for the 10k! via But first, the Read More
Pioneer Woman Must Have Kitchen Essentials
I don’t know about you, but I LOVE watching The Pioneer Woman. Especially on Saturday mornings when the new episodes air with a hot cup of coffee. Pure bliss! I’ve tried a number of her recipes (like these, among many others) and haven’t come across one that wasn’t downright delectable. (Part of me wants to take the “Julie & Julia” concept and make it my mission to make every single one of Ree Drummond’s recipes and blog about it….never say never! It’d be a fun challenge!) After Read More
Back at It: Gurnee Days 10k
First 5k run through the neighborhood. (Not gonna lie- was pretty sore after that!) After getting the “all clear” at my postpartum appointment, I am anxious to get to running again! That is, when I can find the time. Ideally, I’m aiming to do a half marathon later this fall, but getting out to run will be tricky. I look forward to when I can use the jogging stroller so Bryce can come with me (which I’ve read it as 6 months.) Until then, most of my runs are on weekends when T is with our Read More
Sweet Swaps: Roasted Red Pepper Cheese Spread
I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for the SPLENDA® Brand. I received product samples to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation. All opinions and reviews are my own. This past weekend, Bryce was baptized. It was a truly wonderful day! After church, we invited our family over for a big celebration. We had quite the large crowd, and were busy cleaning and prepping food in the days leading up to the party Read More
Frozen Old Fashioned Oatmeal Recipe
Fellow Chicago blogger and momma-to-be Katie posted a link to a recipe lately about how to make frozen oatmeal, and I knew I had to try because 1- oatmeal (particularly old fashioned oats) are excellent for breastfeeding mamas and 2- I don't have time to make myself breakfast most days with Bryce (let along 40 minutes for oats), so something that is quick & easy is key. So I tried out the recipe and tweaked it a little bit to add a bit more protein and flavor. The result? Awesome-ness. Read More
