OUTFIT DETAILS: Plaid shirt | Mother Denim | Golden Goose Sneakers | Stanley Tumbler
Today just feels like a good day for a GIVEAWAY!
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{weekend notes}
SHOP: Hoodie | Hat | Sunglasses
Charlie’s first beach trip just happened to be at a Taco Bell on the beach…..that serves margaritas💃🏼🍹Win, win ☀️
The weekend was full of celebrating and relaxing. Just how I like it!
Intentions for the Week:
- Get back to drinking 1 gallon of water a day (I was doing so good, and stopped)
- Work on a DIY Wood Bead Garland to share with you all
- Make it into American Eagle for a try-on. Lots of cute stuff right now.
- Decide what I’m giving up for Lent. The struggle is really, real
- Complete my final Faith Formation Parent Workshop….check!
- Test out the new TJ’s limone Alfredo sauce. I’m thinking over noodles + salmon yumm
- Write a post on my favorite denim
- Clean out my closet (it’s getting out of hand)
- Sneak in a date night with Cory
- Decide on an appetizer for Willow Oak Bunco night
{weekend notes}
Just another Magic Monday. Switching it up. Moday’s don’t have to be manic. Let’s make them magic. What do you think? After a full 7 hours of sleep last night (which I never, ever get) I did NOT wake up refreshed and ready for the day. But, instead of thinking about how shitty today could be. I’m turning it around and thinking of all the ways it can me magic. I know, sounds corny, but my mind + heart can make or break my day. So, this is working for me….so far!
Hope you all had a great weekend.
This past weekend was sprinkled with a healthy dose of family + friends + sunshine + relaxation. It was pretty damn good!
Intentions for the Week:
- stay on track with Weight Watchers
- watch my girls first volleyball game of the season
- celebrate my Mom’s birthday
- finish decorating for Fall
- shoot some new outfits for the blog
- purge all my Fall decor
- make it to the gym, no matter what
- actually start a mini reset…and not just talk about it
- try a tortellini soup
- plan a Napa day-date with Cory
- watch Jenny get married
- complement someone different everyday
This week on xoxostacyb: Old Navy Try-On. Fall home refresh. The Mississippi pot roast recipe you’ve all been asking for.
Highlights from the Weekend……
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{going greener…baby steps}
Levis (shade: party like it’s 1999) (similar)| Sneakers | Net Bag
Happy FRIDAYYYYY!
A BIG HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY to all the Mama’s out there. I hope you get to rest + relax at some point this weekend. I hope you get the day off from wiping butts. Maybe even brunch withOUT the rugrats. Or breakfast in bed? Preferably take-out so your kitchen isn’t f’ed up. A special handmade card from school. Oh and how about one of those macaroni noodle necklaces? Yes, I hope you get one of those too! And maybe a homemade coupon book? Filled with “leave me alone” vouchers. Ha! Whatever you do, have a good one! Cheers!
Weekend plans? You guys, I’m a free woman. Well, kinda. More like my calendar is free AF! Meeting some of my girlfriends for happy hour tonight. A little shopping tomorrow. Followed with a Mother’s Day spa date at Cache Creek Casino. Sunday we’re doing the Capay Garden Tour. Never done it before, but I keep hearing great things. I’m looking forward to a weekend of family + friends + cheers!
Now let’s chat about steps….baby steps. We’ve slowly been making an effort to be less wasteful and reduce our plastic waste. Today I’m sharing some of the simple changes we’ve made in our home. I know that even the small part I play can actually make a difference
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{friday 5}
Hey girl hey! It’s Friday! I died when I woke up and looked at yesterday’s blog stats. Over 260 clicks from Facebook alone. Lot’s of WTF messages. Many of you guessed arms. And no Alex, I did not shave my Brittany…this time. Thanks for reading. And if you do shave your lips….let me know what you think. I guarantee you’ll be hooked. I tried to convince my mom to let me do hers last night…and she wasn’t having it.
Weekend plans: kickin’ it hard. We have a plan free weekend. Waiting on that storm to hit. Sleeping in. Cooking. Extra cups of French press coffee. Working on Bay’s closet. You guys, she keeps growing. That means NOTHING fits, again. I’m sure Bay will work her magic and get me to take her somewhere? Who knows. And Super Bowl Sunday. Anyone else NOT watching football this weekend? Half time show and I’m good!
Here’s 5 things I’ve got on my mind today……
{friday 5}
Hi and Happy Friday! Raise your hand if you’re as happy as I am for FRIDAY! I have been so inspired lately, it’s the best feeling. Only problem – not enough time in the day to make it all happen. I went to TJ’s and grabbed all the goodies to work on a fun Thanksgiving DIY to share next week. Although, my heart + mind are 100% on Christmas. Since I’m hosting turkey day, I have to slow my roll….for a minute. Would it be weird to eat turkey with a Christmas tree in the living room? Ha! Just kidding. I’ll wait till the day after! Weekend plans: sleep-in (if only till past 5am) watch my nephew play in his championship football game #gobenny! Take our Christmas card picture (they’re normally already ordered by now…who am I) Check out the Pixie Traders Vintage Market…more on that below! And dinner with friends.
Have a good one friends!
5 things on my mind……
ONE – FRIDAY // When you find your second favorite F-word on a sweatshirt. You buy that fucker. I went to J.Crew Factory earlier this week and it fell in my shopping bag. So, I had to take it home. It’s $30 today with code: 2DAYSONLY! Grab one and let’s be Friday twins Ha! I also found a shit-ton of other really cute tops + sweaters + vests too. I’ll be sharing once I get them all linked up for you!
TWO – Egg White Frittata // It’s easy. It’s clean. It’s delicious. This was my go-to breakfast this week on my sugar cleanse. It re-heats so well too. Top with some hot sauce + avocado. BOMB! Serve over roast sweet potatoes…even bomb-er. Try it over the weekend, okay?!?!
Egg White Frittata
Here’s what you’ll need:
- 3 mushrooms, sliced
- handful fresh spinach
- 1 cup egg beaters (or egg whites)
- everything but the bagel seasoning
- parmesan cheese
- hot sauce
Here’s what you do:
Preheat oven to boil.
Spray your frying pan with non-stick spray. Avocado oil is my jam right now, but any will do the trick.
Add mushrooms and cook for about 3 minutes, flip half way through.
Add spinach and cook till wilted.
Whisk egg beaters or whites till frothy and sprinkle with everything but the bagel seasoning. Pour over veggies. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
Don’t touch the eggs. Even though you want to. Once they start to look set, gently run a spatula around the rim.
Transfer frying pan to oven and boil for 2-3 minutes.
Once eggs are puffed, they are DONE!
Remove and add more parmesan….you can NEVER have too much cheese 🙂
Cut frittata into 4 wedges. Top with hot sauce. Add some avocado if you’re feeling fancy.
Enjoy!
{friday 5}
It’s Friday (hu-frickin-ray)! Honestly, it’s really hard to believe October is coming to an end next week. I feel like I cannot keep up with this year? Anyone else? I’ve got the Holidays on my mind BIG TIME. I’ve started shopping too. Which is one of my Holiday goals. And after the Serendipity Boutique + bella moda boutique Christmas Preview last night, my wheels are spinning.
Weekend plans: My to-do list is staring me down. It’s been growing longer each day this week. I’ve been so swamped with work, I hardly have time to check my email or order my groceries. I’ve been on survival mode…lol. Tonight Bay and I are having a date night. Mani’s + pizza + watching La La Land (she hasn’t seen it yet). I can’t wait to sleep in. Spend some time with friends. Possibly get wine tips with Alex. Maybe church? God knows I need a little church in my life.
Before I let you get your weekend started, let me quickly chat about 5 things on my mind…..
ONE – Turkey On The Table // Kinda like Elf on the Damn Shelf, but for Thanksgiving. Except, it’s not a pain in the ass at all. And you don’t have to move it daily. So, basically it’s nothing like Elf on The Damn Shelf…lol. It’s more of a lesson on being grateful. I’m all about gratitude. I actually started practicing it daily, thanks for #last90days challenge. Here’s how it works…for every day in November, write down something you are thankful for on the paper feather. Each family member can take turns or everyone can write on the same one. It’s totally up to you. Place it somewhere that you’ll see it. On Thanksgiving day, you’ll have a “fully dressed” turkey to display. You can then read all the thankful feathers aloud. It’s such a cute idea. And the best part, for each Turkey on The Table purchased, 10 meals will be provided to someone in need through Feeding America.
Nordstrom (free shipping): Turkey On The Table // Amazon: Turkey On The Table
TWO – Currently Reading // I had to ditch my last audio book. So many great reviews, but the voice-over was absolutely terrible. If you’re an audio book listener, then you get it. Picked up Reese Witherspoons new Whiskey in a Teacup : What Growing Up in the South Taught Me About Life, Love, and Baking Biscuits. Best part, she’s actually the reader of her own book. Which I don’t think I’ve ever seen before? Anyway, it’s so cute and lighthearted…I’m really diggin it. I also grabbed Chrissy Teigen’s newest cookbook Cravings: Hungry for More And she nailed it. Everything looks so good. I can’t wait to dive into it more this weekend and dog ear some pages to add to my “must make list!” What are you reading? Anything good I should add to my list next?
{weekend notes}
Hi friends. Can you believe yesterday was my 3 year blog-versary? Time flies when you’re having fun!! I went back and looked at some of my first posts and wow. Things have changed. We’ll have to take a trip down memory lane sometime this week.
Hope you all had a fantastic weekend. Ours was equal parts relaxing and productive. Just how I like it. And I stayed in my pjs till around 9am both mornings. When’s the last time you scheduled a “chill” weekend? Honestly, I can’t remember. It was needed and enjoyed!
Intentions for the Week:
practice daily gratitude– (writing this down creates a huge shift in your mood..try it)date night with my2019 planner –(switching is so much work)watch my girl play volleyball– (still undefeated #gowildcats)- finish my Portland post – (almost done, so much to pack into one post)
dinner + drinks with the girls– (perfect way to end a crazy week)15,000 steps per day– (didn’t even make it to the gym Thursday and still did it. Shocked my damn self)clean up the back patio– (now if the wind will just go away)- find something cute to hang behind my stove – (still searching)
drink 1/2 my body weight in oz of water every day #hellabathroombreaks– (fact: you eat less when you’re so focused on water intake)write a post on my favorite + easiest salsa– (coming soon…stay tuned)one random act of kindness each day– (“cute top” “let me hold the door for you” smiling at randoms…in the most uncreepy way possible)make chili– (so bomb and packed with veggies)- wait patiently for my parents to get home from Cabo lol – (failed)
Highlights from the weekend…….
Friday night at the movies // I saw A Star Is Born. Such a great movie. I’ve had so many people ask me if it “that good” YES, it really it. Bradley Cooper is beyond handsome, even when they try to make him look like he’s not. Gaga was amazing. I bawled my eyes out. And when the movie was over, nobody even stood up. Everyone just sat there. That’s a sign of a good movie, my friends.
Tochos // aka tater tot nachos. I accidentally made these. Ha. They were so killer. Bay and I sat the pan straight from the oven to the coffee table and started digging in. It’s pretty self-explanatory, but I’ll share exactly what I did on {friday 5} this week!
45 Minutes a Day // It’s part of the #Last90Days Challenge. Move your body every damn day. I made it to the gym Saturday + Sunday. Which is a really fucking BIG deal. I’ve never, in my history, ever went to the gym twice in one weekend. #shitsgettingreal
Coffee Table Vibes // In my {fall to-do’s} I listed that I want to do a coffee table series. I LOVE changing up my coffee table. Sometimes I do it multiple times a week. It’s such a small space that makes such a big impact. And I’m burning my fallen leaf Chloe & Co. candle. You can now pick them up at Serendipity Boutique. Go get one!
Pretty Packaging // Love a pretty package. Well done Free People. I ordered the We The Free Molly Tee. Hoping I can find a way to style it and keep it. Stay tuned.
Football // We watched my nephew Benny play football. They are on a winning streak!
I watched the game with Daniel in my lap, when Bay didn’t have him on her hip.
This is how Bay watches football games…lol.
Target Basket // Julie from Salinas sent me a photo of her front door hanging basket from Target. Straight up front door #goals And the eucalyptus. I’ve already warned her I’m going to steal clippings the next time I’m in town.
Side Hustle // Worked on my side hustle. Which I realized I don’t believe I’ve ever shared here on xoxo stacyb. I’ve started doing social media for a couple of downtown shops. I get to snap pictures and come up with catchy one liners.
Front Porch // Which inspired me to get creative and complete my front porch. Pumpkins + purple fountain grass for the win. It’s killing me to not clip the fountain grass and stick it on my dining room table.
Rib Cook-Off // The only photo I took, so not like me. Cory’s team, Whiskey River BBQ Crew didn’t take the win this time. But, it was still a good time. And of course I’m wearing my J.Crew scoop neck Henley, AGAIN!
The Fight // Cory taught my nephew how to place bets…lol. For the record, he didn’t win. But the fight was pretty entertaining. Not the actual fight though…I’m talking the after show. WOW! What happens now?
Pizza // Cory’s homeboy Rich made the BEST homemade pizza on this bbq insert. And I officially added one to my wish-list. Or better yet, maybe I should get Cory one for Christmas so he can make me pizzas? Hmmm.
Cousins Sleepover // My nephew Joe stayed the night with us. I was nice to have an extra kid around. The laughter make me crazy happy.
{friday 5}
Hello Friday! Is it just me, or did this week fly by? No complaining over here. I mean, Friday is second favorite F-word 🙂 Weekend plans: celebrating my Mama turning the big 6-0! Sleeping in. Coffee in my PJ’s. Meal prep and I’ll share it next week too. Showering the new mom to be, Brittany. Pulling out all the Fall decor. And maybe, just maybe getting some pumpkins for the front porch. What’s on your agenda for the weekend? Whatever it is, enjoy the shit out of it. Before you know it, it’s Monday all over again!
Welcome to your weekly dose of Friday 5…..
ONE – Capper’s Refreshers // Always down to show some support for new businesses in town. Formerly Stacked N’ Brewed turned Capper’s Refreshers. Took Bay into the new establishment last night for a sweet treat. She had an excellent day and there’s no better way to top it off than ice cream! Except this isn’t actual ice ceam….it’s “shaved snow” with all the toppings served in a waffle come. Sprinkled with gold dust. Looks like ice cream. Tastes like ice cream. I’m straight up SOLD on the shaved snow. Try the “Dexter’s Delight” sans blueberries (because who likes them anyway) and you too will be in heaven. Can’t wait to stop back in and try one of their meals. Everything looked fantastic. Go show your love for the new restaurant and let’s keep them around!!!
TWO – J.Crew Factory Try-On // Shared this in IG stories already, so keep scrolling if you’re over it…lol. Anyway, I went into the store this week to basically torture myself. Really I was making a note of all the shit I’m gonna buy when this stupid {spending freeze} is finally over next week. I own two of these tops already, but I have added quite a few items to my wish-list! Crazy good deals right now!
- 50% off Fall Faves (prices as marked)
- 30% off shirts, tops & shoes Use code: SHOPTOIT
- Buy 3 or more items get 15% off
- FREE SHIPPING
- Register here for a chance to win $2,500 cash. 10 runner ups will get $100 gift card!
*these are all affiliate links, meaning if you purchase one of these items after clicking on my link, I get a (very) small commission. If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to ask!
You can find everything in one shop here: J.Crew Factory Try-On
{weekend notes}
After a week off (kinda) it feels so good to type the words….Happy Monday! We’re back in action over here at xoxostacyb. What I mean by kinda is…I was busy working behind the scenes. Updating. Upgrading. Adding. Condensing. The BIG questions is….
What do you think of the changes? New layout. My personal ShopStyle link has been added to the sidebar on a desktop. Bottom if you’re using a phone. Just like the LIKEtoKNOW.it. You can shop everything from outfit details #ootds, products and home items. Basically, if I rock it or love it, you’ll be able to find it here. Click on the link on my blog or in my instagram bio, click “shop my looks” and direct links will be right at your fingertips. If you purchase something through my ShopStyle, I make a (very) small commission. So help a sister out…lol. Currently still adding items, so bear with me.
Another change….recent posts, Archives and Categories have been condensed and now offer a scroll down.
And you’ll likely notice there are now advertisements. Sorry! I know it’s annoying, but it is what it is.
Don’t forget you can always subscribe and receive an email every time I publish a new post. Go to Follow Blog Via Email. Type in your email address. Click FOLLOW. And you’re all set!
My new goal is to keep it simple. So although this is quite wordy, you’ll be seeing daily posts. Weekly reviews. Friday 5 and all the same xoxostacyb topics. Just in smaller scale.
So, I’m dying to know. What do you think? Comment below. On Instagram. Facebook. Let me know what you think of the changes.
And now back to our regularly scheduled program……
Intentions for the Week:
- delete photos – (so satisfying lol)
- plan a family dinner – (schedulded)
- smog my car – (done√)
- lunch date – (The Grad…cant remember the last time)
- drink #hella water – (and pee all day long)
- take a hike
- find the perfect 2019 planner/calendar – (now I have to wait till Wednesday to order lol)
- go apple picking
- bust out all the Fall decor – (we’re half way there)
- celebrate Mom’s big 6-0 – (love that lady)
- mask + mani night with Bay – (our weekly thing)
- register for 2018-2019 4-H – (It’s that time of year again)
- phone date with Stover – (always feels good to catch up with a homie)
Highlights from the weekend…….
I have to stop and thank all these pretty ladies right here. They all showed up and supported and gave me all the feels. So grateful for great friends + family to share life with! Love you bitches!!!
So Friday we all met at Sarah P’s home. Her gorgeous home. We drank wine. Lots of wine. We snacked of pretty food. Like this grazing platter below. I whipped this bad boy up in about 5 minutes. Candied walnuts, crackers, rosemary, dried apricots, brie wedge, olive tapenade, honey comb and prosciutto.
We talked, a lot. The room was so full of laughter…it made my heart crazy happy!
We hit First Friday to check out bella moda boutique and Serendipity Boutique. Personally, my favorite shops on Main Street.
Once I’m off my spending freeze, I’ll be buying this Tequila Por Favor tank!!!
And this succulent skull!!!
We took my Mom and her bestie, Ronda to The Stag. My Mom, born and raised in this town has never been to The Stag. So, we changed that real quick.
I can’t thank Sarah P for opening up her home and hosting all of us! Love you homegirl!!
Happy Dance!