I've got a fresh week of dinner meal ideas lined up, along with my fitness plans for you! Workout wise, I am working through some knee issues. I've had some sharp pain on the side of my right knee here and there lately, almost like a pinched nerve. Last Thursday, I had cut a 20 min Peloton run short, then it was fine on Friday. I decided to try the 10k race I had on the calendar on Saturday, and had to stop at mile 2 (it was an out and back) because my knee started hurting again. It was the Read More
Ideas on Avoiding Summer Slide
As our boys enter their academic years, summer is certainly a welcome break from the classroom, but it's also important to avoid that "summer slide" or "brain drain" that can happen over three months. I put together a few fun and engaging activities that keep your kiddos learning without feeling like work! Ahh summertime. Later nights, lazy mornings and all the summer bucket list items fill our days. Without the school routine for Bryce, he keeps busy each week with playdates, camps, Read More
Workout + Meal Plan, Instant Pot Edition: Week of August 8-14
Last week, we were in northern Wisconsin, enjoying some family time. But this week, I am back at it with the weekly workout and meal plan for you guys! In my last meal plan post, I mentioned our friendly domestic debate over which kitchen appliance to add to our arsenal: air fryer or instapot. We committed to trying both first (thanks to our neighbors for letting us borrow them for a test run!). This week, is all about the instapot. Personally, I think this is what we will end up Read More
Gurnee Days Trail Run: August 10
Enjoying lots of running this summer- from races to stroller runs to solo time....all in my favorite Kiava Clothing pieces! From left to right: Striped Shorts // Striped Capri // Geometric Capri After finishing my last race in July, I’m excited to do one of my favorite 10k races in August...and this time, without a stroller! If you are local, check out the details and join me! The details: Gurnee Days Trail Run (5k/10k), hosted by the Gurnee Rotary Club When: Saturday, August 10, 2019 at Read More
Workout + Meal Plan: Week of July 25 – July 31
Sweat, sunshine and smiles...doesn't get much better than that! On this week's workout and meal plan: So my husband and I have been eyeing up the instapot and air fryer lately. We only want to purchase one and are trying to decide. So, to settle this domestic debate, we are borrowing them from our friends and trying out a few meals, along with staples like hard boiled eggs, bacon, etc. and making a decision afterwards. This week, we borrowed the air fryer and made donuts (YUM), bacon, hard Read More
My Minimalist Jewelry Capsule
Today I’m sharing my go to minimal jewelry capsule for the perfect finishing touch to any outfit. I’ve learned over time (or more so- after babies!) that I prefer my jewelry options to be streamlined, delicate and subtle. That way, it doesn't catch their eye to tug at like a statement piece would. Plus, these items are such a classic choice that never overwhelms an outfit. Don't get me wrong, I do love a good statement necklace or earring-- but I save those for date nights or mom's night out Read More
Workout + Meal Plan: July 18-24
This week is a busy one, but I'm scheduling in my workouts (I feel so much better when I sweat each day), and making some go-to easy meals to get us through the week! On the workout and meal plan: Thursday // Smoked sausage skillet for dinner since we ended up not making it last week, plus tuning in for a live Peloton spin ride before we head out of town. Friday // Out of town at my parents for a family wedding so using my Peloton app to do four 10-minute strength workouts. The app is SO Read More
Back to School Supplies: Our Must Haves and a Shopping Hack
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BackToSchoolYourWay #CollectiveBias Hover over the image above to shop back to school essentials at Walmart! Summer deserves a speeding ticket, right?! We've been enjoying our summer to the fullest but before we know it, Bryce will be back to school. I'm a big-time planner, so I like to be prepared in advance since there always seems to be so much going on in the weeks right Read More
