{summer to-do’s}

June 21, 2019June 21, 2019 xoxostacybLeave a comment

It’s official – SUMMER 2019 is here and we couldn’t be happier!! Friday + the 1st day of Summer falling on the same day. Not a coincidence! HA! If you’ve been following for a while, then you know we’re BIG on seasonal bucket lists. It’s helps us make the most of the next few months and do all the fun things we’ve been wanting to do.

Keeping a running list is a great way to remember all seasonal things you enjoy doing or look forward to do. When we have a free weekend, I like to refer to our To-Do’s and check items off as we go.

Here’s to an amazing Summer. Cheers!

Make sure to comment below on fun things you’ve go on your to-do list.

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{25 summer tops under $40}

June 20, 2019June 20, 2019 xoxostacybLeave a comment

Would you rather…..

Give up cocktails or coffee?

Tell me, I wanna know.

For me, this is a VERY hard one. But, I’m going with giving up cocktails…..I think?

Man, that’s a tough call. Coffee gives me life in the morning. Coffee is my boo-thang.

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Cooking · fashion · Food · foodie · Nordstrom · ootd · Outfit Details · Products · Recipe · sale · ShopStyle · Summertime · Target

{5 recipes I’m excited to try}

June 18, 2019 xoxostacybLeave a comment

I thought it would be fun to share some recipes I have my eye on. Does anyone else love a beautiful cookbook? They’re not only great to style your kitchen or coffee table. But, some of them have amazing recipes inside too…lol! Here are a few of my favorite “pretty” cookbooks with recipes that I’ve got on my list to make ASAP!

Today is a hodgepodge, we’re also chatting about the Target BOGO 50% off shorts sale below too. And you had better beleive my bermuda shorts in this photo are included. Can I get a Whoop Whoop!

Teriyaki Bowls

From Gwyneth Paltrow’s newest cookbook: The Clean Plate

Chicken Teriyaki over a bead of cauli rice. It just looks so healthy + fresh. Exactly what I’m looking for in summertime recipes. You can find the recipe here: Teriyaki Bowls

Mexican Cobb Salad

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{weekend notes}

June 17, 2019June 17, 2019 xoxostacybLeave a comment

Tank (on sale) | Skirt | Heels | Clutch (similar) | Sunglasses

Just another manic Monday. I wish it was Sunday. Cause that’s my fun day! We had the most relaxing weekend. One that we really needed. When someone asked what I did over the weekend…..Umm, wine + sleep. Repeat. Ha! And are you even truly hungover if you don’t watch 5 hours of TV? I say NO! Let’s just say, I got caught up on 12 episodes of Beverly Hills Housewives…lol! And it was amazing.

Intentions for the Week:

Old Navy Try-On
Weight Watchers weigh-in
Master blueberry scones
Chat about my lemon obsession
Share cute summer tops under $25
Put the finishing touches on our summer bucket list
Maintenance appointments: get our pearly whites cleaned + get blonde AF
Summerland Whoop-Whoop!
Bike rides
Trader Joe’s burger throw-down

This week on xoxostacyb: Bramuda shorts….yep, I’m diggin them. Recipes I’m excited to try. Spillin the tea on new Trader Joe’s goodies. And our Summer Bucket List.

Highlights from the weekend…..

Cheers to the Freakin Weekend. Dad’s ready to party on a Friday night.

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Bay Bakes · Kid Food · kids · Kitchen · Recipe

{chocolate cupcakes with peanut buttercream frosting}

June 14, 2019 xoxostacybLeave a comment

Bay Bakes! She’s back at it. I told her last week – she needs to get back on the blog. It’s been a while. In case you missed it….

Bay, my soon to be 13 year old, is the baker in the house. She’s got a major sweet tooth. So, she’s basically always digging through the cupboards for something chocolaty or sugary. You can find all her baking recipes here: {bay bakes}

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fashion · jcrew addict · Nordstrom · old navy · ootd · Outfit Details · sale · ShopStyle · Summertime · Target

{summer dresses}

June 13, 2019 xoxostacybLeave a comment

Dress (on sale) | Clogs (on sale) | Choker | Sunglasses | Clutch (similar)

Dress season is upon us ladies. I’ve got you covered with dress options that wont break the bank. And will get you though wedding + shower + graduation + brunch season.

Remember my Seersucker dress from last week: {list of loves} It’s currently marked down from $90 to $23! Swear! And it’s such an easy to wear dress.

I scoured my favorite online stores for dresses that I would totally rock. Think J.Crew. Madewell. Nordstrom. Old Navy. American Eagle. Target. You name it. Not only dresses that I dig, but dresses that also have a decent price tag.

I broke them down by length. You’ll have to let me know if that’s helpful.

You can shop each item by clicking on the images below……

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Cooking · Food · foodie · Healthy · Recipe

{the crunch wrap}

June 12, 2019 xoxostacybLeave a comment

You know my love for Taco Bell is BIG! So big that I dream about it. Ha!

So it only makes since that I mastered the home made crunch wrap! And you’re going to die when you see how easy it really is to make.

And how versatile this recipe is. You see, I made a buffalo chicken crunch wrap. But, you can make this anyway your heart desires. The classic taco bell crunch wrap. A breakfast crunch wrap. You can make them uber healthy. Or you can make your mouth water with all the things….not so healthy. Your kids will even dig these. I’m tell you, you’ve got to give it a shot!

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Decor · fashion · kid style · ootd · Outfit Details · Products · sale · ShopStyle · Summertime · Target

{target tuesday}

June 11, 2019 xoxostacybLeave a comment

Leopard PJ Top | Shorts | Mug

You don’t go to Target because you need something. You go to Target and let Target tell you what you need. Am I right? I went in for toilet paper + mascara and left with new leopard 🐆 PJ’s and a mug ☕️😂 didn’t even get the mascara.

All the things I have on my list and all the things I don’t need 🤷🏼‍♀️

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Adventure · backpacking · California · Cool spots · hiking · Summertime · weekend · Wine Tasting

{weekend notes}

June 10, 2019June 10, 2019 xoxostacybLeave a comment

In case no one told you today:

You’re doing great

Keep on truckin

You totally got this

And don’t skip your Monday workout.

This morning was so weird. Bay stayed the night at a friends house. I realized that we no longer have zero period drop off. Which means I get 30 extra minutes each morning. THIRTY minutes is life-changing. Especially in the mornings. And I haven’t seen my kiddo since Friday morning. I cannot wait to squeeze her this evening.

Intentions for the Week:

Find the perfect dress for Summerland 2019
Lunch date with my calendar
Work on a fun + festive 4th of July treat
Catch up on laundry
Spend some q-time with Bay
Practice on a lemon granita
Sit at the pool in the evenings
J.Crew Factory Try-on
Write a recipe for my Greek Burgers
Use the WW app like it’s my day job
Make my {homemade pesto}
Set a pretty red, white + blue table

This week on the xoxostacyb: Target Tuesday, since I found so much cute shit at my last trip. Can’t decide if I’ll share my crunch wrap recipe or my sheet pan salmon dinner? We’ll see! And lastly – fun dresses under $50 for summer parties + graduations + weddings.

Highlights from the weekend….

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{list of loves}

June 7, 2019June 7, 2019 xoxostacybLeave a comment

Dress (on sale) | Clogs (on sale) | Choker | Sunglasses | Clutch (similar)

Congrats! We made it to Friday! Some weeks (like this week) it truly feels like an accomplishment, am I right?

I was inspired by Ginger Parrish to do a list of loves. ALL THE THINGS big, small, yummy and random that I’m currently diggin! Maybe I’ll do it seasonally? Let me know what you think?!?!

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