Category Archives: Cool spots

{weekend notes}

Posted in Adventure, Charlie the Goldendoodle, Cool spots, family, hiking, mom & me, ootd, weekend by

SHOP: Long Sleeve Round Neck Pocket T-Shirt $12| Classic denim jacket | Live In Pocket Joggers | Air Max 270 Premium Sneaker | Bay: All Day Fleece Sweatshirt | Live In High Waist Pocket 7/8 Leggings

A day in Bodega Bay ☀️

We had crab sandwiches 🦀

Walked the Kortum Trail, because it’s my all time favorite 🌊

Let the dogs play at Blind Beach 🐶

Along with everyone and their mothers. What you don’t see – the traffic. Cars everywhere. Long lines. But it was still a nice little getaway with my people + four legged besties.

Intentions for the Week…..

  • Stay healthy
  • Spray tans with my girls…tan #AF
  • Keep off the White Monsters (it’s been a week) #hooked
  • Get closer to my 100th Peloton ride
  • Trader Joe’s run
  • Make Elyse Ellis Peanut Butter Cup Cookies
  • Listen to The Journal podcast on my morning drive
  • Track food with WW app
  • Get blonde again. I’m way overdue.
  • Share new Target dress arrivals
  • Valentine’s Day at Grindstone Winery
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{friday favorites}

Posted in Cool spots, fashion, friday, Friday Faves, friends, Gardening, old navy, ootd, Outfit Details by

SHOP: Floral-Print Scalloped-Edge Cami  (on sale $13) | Textured Shaker-Stitch Long-Line Plus-Size Open-Front Sweater | 9-Inch Mid-Rise Skinny Jeans (60% off) | Gradina Block Heel Bootie (on sale) | Luca Disc Huggie Hoop Earrings | Herringbone Chain Necklace | Paperclip Chain Necklace | Oversized Square Sunglasses

Committed not addicted to plant shopping. Never knew how uplifting + fulfilling this could be. I mean – this place is actual heaven! And I’m so happy I got to experience my first brunch + plant gawking at High Hand with my bestie by my side.

In case you missed it……

{target tuesday} was FULL of new arrivals this week. So many cute dresses! Now if Mother Nature would cooperate so we can wear all these cute dresses 🙂

I wrote up were to eat + drink + play + where NOT to say {pacifica || travelogue}

Shared a little {valentine’s day || gift guide} along with the cutest new $20 pink top that would be perfect for the 14th!

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{pacifica || travelogue}

Posted in Adventure, California, Cool spots, mom & me, ootd, Outfit Details, To-Do's, travel by

SHOP: Zip Sherpa Jacket (sized up to a large) | Live In High Waist Pocket 7/8 Leggings | Cruiser Lux 1 Step-Thru | Bike Handlebar Cup Holder |

Vitamin Sea 🌊

Sharing our spontaneous mother daughter Pacifica, Ca trip📍

Where to eat 🍴 + drink 🍹+ bike 🚲 + NOT to stay 🛌 !!

45 days till spring ☀️ and I am already planning out all the beaches I want to veg out + drink cold bud light lime + listen to country music on 🏖

Next on the list – taking the dogs to Bodega for some hiking. Crab sando’s. And beach time! What beach are you most excited for?

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{weekend notes | old navy try-on}

Posted in Charlie the Goldendoodle, Cool spots, family, fashion, Gardening, ootd, Outfit Details, sale, Try-ON by

SHOP: Floral-Print Scalloped-Edge Cami  (on sale $13) | Textured Shaker-Stitch Long-Line Plus-Size Open-Front Sweater | 9-Inch Mid-Rise Skinny Jeans (60% off) | Gradina Block Heel Bootie (on sale) | Luca Disc Huggie Hoop Earrings | Herringbone Chain Necklace | Paperclip Chain Necklace | Oversized Square Sunglasses

You can’t buy happiness, but you can buy and olive tree, and that’s pretty much the same thing 🌿

Happy Monday friends. I woke up with 8 hours of sleep under my belt and feeling ready to straight up KILL it today!

Intentions for the Week:

  • Stay healthy
  • Use my WW app to track meals/food
  • Drink a shit-ton of water
  • Hit my 15,000 steps per day goal
  • Get good sleep
  • At home mani + pedi
  • Make Doc + Derm appointments
  • 1 Peloton ride each day
  • Share our Pacifica trip details
  • Balance checkbook
  • Things I’m loving this week
  • Try a healthy-ish dessert recipe
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{weekend notes}

Posted in Bay Bakes, California, Cooking, Cool spots, fashion, Food, foodie, friday, friends, ootd, Outfit Details, Target, weekend, Wine, Wine Tasting by

SHOP: Ruffle Sleeve Sweatshirt (on sale $21) | 9-Inch Mid-Rise Skinny Jeans | Gradina Block Heel Bootie (on sale 50% off) | Herringbone Chain Necklace

Today I am feeling grateful for such a beautiful sunshine ☀️ filled weekend. And Great Bear Vineyards 🍷

Tell me something you’re feeling grateful for and I’ll randomly pick one of you to send a Starbucks on me ☕️

Intentions for the week…..

  • Stay healthy
  • Eat healthy
  • Drink a shit-ton of water
  • Hit my 15,000 steps per day goal
  • Get good sleep
  • Dog license renewals
  • Doormat poll (I have two and cant decide between)
  • Finish thank you notes
  • Share Ikea finds (aka the middle finger on my mantel)
  • Hang my new Dots Framed Under Glass with Mat in the dining room
  • Make heart shaped dog treats
  • Visit High Hand Nursery + Green Acres in search of the perfect Olive Tree
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{friday favorites}

Posted in Cool spots, Decor, fashion, friday, Friday Faves, home, In Case You Missed IT, Nordstrom, ootd, Outfit Details, Target, weekend, Wine Tasting, wish list, wishlist by

SHOP: Puffed Shoulder Sweater ($19 – 60% off) |  Roadtripper Skinny Jeans | Jezabell 57mm Round Sunglasses | Herringbone Chain Necklace | 5 Pack Gold Bangles 

I only drink on two occasions…When it’s Friday. And when it’s not 🥂 CHEERS friends!

I wish you all a rad weekend ☀️

In case you missed it……

This week I chatted about my {2021 Intentions} I actually added one more thing + it could just be what I am most looking forward to + hoping happens this year.

{target tuesday} was a good one. And I’m so happy to see how many of you bought the fun Boat Neck Pointelle Knit Pullover Sweater 

I shared a recipe yesterday. And it was a HIT! Cannot wait to see what you all think of this {slow cooker queso}

Select Target shoes are 50% off today. Including my new Animal Print Sneakers…currently $12.50!

Thanks for all the love on my Wednesday Night #ootd. Lots of you ordered the sneakers + sweatshirt and I hope you love them both as much as I do!

If you want to feel like a million bucks when you wake up in the morning. Use these Products and thank me later. Works like a charm every.single.time.

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{2021 intentions}

Posted in Adventure, blogger, Cool spots, family, fashion, ootd, Outfit Details, Random shit, To-Do's by

SHOP: Long Sleeve Tiered Dress | Flat Brim Felt Fedora | Jezabell 57mm Round Sunglasses | Gradina Block Heel Bootie (on sale) | 5 Pack Gold Bangles | Herringbone Chain Necklace | Paperclip Chain Necklace

Normally at the beginning a new year I like to set goals. You know – Loose weight. Dry January. Spending freeze. Save money.

Honestly – FUCK that. It’s 2021. I’m going to stick with a more playful list of wishes and dreams. Things I’m truly looking forward to.

And manifest the shit out of it.

Just seems like maybe this approach could be a little more effective, ya know what I mean? So I’m giving it a try! What on your list?

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{weekend notes}

Posted in Charlie the Goldendoodle, Christmas, Cool spots, Decor, Food, foodie, Holiday Whore, Holidays, Lake Tahoe, ootd, Outfit Details, sale by

SHOP: KUIU Jacket (25% off) | 9″ high-rise toothpick jean (60% off) | Plaid Button-Up (75% off) | Sorel Women’s Out N About Plus Boots (25% off + free shipping)

From the windows to the walls
Imma ‘bout to deck my halls 🎄

We found our perfect-ish tree so it’s officially the most Wonderful time of the year ❤️

Intentions for the Week:

  • Get blonde AF + hang with my girl Allison
  • Have our house fully decorated for Christmas by Friday
  • Make buffalo chicken sausage bowls
  • Hit 10,000 steps by 8am (Mon – Fri)
  • Zoom for Omega Nu Secret Sister exchange
  • Jazz up the garland
  • Pick up gifts for our annual Favorite Things Exchange
  • Share a new cocktail recipe

I hope this helps you guys a lot this year as these sales can be super overwhelming, in the best way possible….

ABERCROMBIE // 25-40% Off Entire Store

AMERICAN EAGLE // 40% Off + Free Shipping

ANTHROPOLOGIE // 30% Off Sale Items

CRATE & BARREL // 60% Off Sale Items

J.CREW // Up to 60% off with code: EARLY

MACY’S // Great sales + deals on the entire site!

MADEWELL // Up to 50% off with code: VERYMERRY

NORDSTROM //  Up to 50% off + Free Shipping

OLD NAVY // 50% off EVERYTHING

POTTERY BARN // 25% Off + Free Shipping on orders over $79

TARGET //  LOTS of sales + 25% Off Furniture + Home Decor

URBAN OUTFITTERS // BOGO (buy 1, get 1 50% off)

WALMART //  Great sales + deals on the entire site!

WEST ELM //  Up to 50% Off Furniture + Bedding + Decor

WORLD MARKET // 20% Off Almost Everything + Extra 15% Off Curbside Pickup Orders

Highlights from the weekend…..

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{weekend notes}

Posted in Charlie the Goldendoodle, Christmas, Coffee Table, Cooking, Cool spots, Decor, family, fashion, Food, foodie, friday, kids, ootd, Outfit Details, ShopStyle, Target by

SHOP: Crewneck Pullover Sweater (on sale $16) |  Quilted Jacket (on sale $28) | 721 High Waist Skinny Jeans | Royale Flat | Transport Tote | 5 Pack Gold Bangles | Oversized Square Sunglasses

IDK what’s making me happier today, this weather, my outfit (I can finally wear a sweater without sweating😅), or the fact that I found THE BEST free people dupes!

Intentions for the Week:

  • Stay healthy
  • Eat healthy
  • Move my body
  • Good sleep
  • Drop off donation pile
  • Hang outdoor garlands
  • Clean out the fridge
  • Set up the new Eufy RoboVac
  • Watch The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City with my girls
  • Share a new recipe
  • Write a post on Thanksgiving outfits

Highlights from the weekend…..

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{weekend notes // painting the inside of the fireplace}

Posted in Charlie the Goldendoodle, Cool spots, Crafting, diy, fashion, friends, jcrew addict, ootd, Outfit Details, sale, ShopStyle, Target by

SHOP: Mineral Wash Long Sleeve Sweatshirt Dress | Gradina Block Heel Bootie (on sale under $100)| Classic Denim Jacket (50% off) | Hot Dog Costume | Witch Hat

Happy Monday Witches 🧙‍♀️ the gangs all here this morning + ready for Halloween 🐶👻

You guys – I painted the inside of our fireplace and it turned out so good I had to share. You have to check out the before + afters.

How many treats do you think I had to give the pups to put on their costumes? 😆 dying over our little hot dog 🌭 sharing all the details on the fireplace + costumes + outfit today…..

I’m bringing back the weekly Starbucks giftcard – I’m gifting another follower a Starbucks Sunday morning. All you have to do it “like” all my photos for the week on Instagram. Click here: xoxostacyb Instagram

Intentions for the Week:

  • Kick off the week using my Weight Watchers App
  • Wait patiently for the arrival of my new nephew
  • Keep chuggin along on our 80 Days Six Fix Challenge
  • Research winter crops for our raised beds
  • Get good sleep
  • Find a Christmas cactus
  • Make a big Fall salad
  • Girls night + Emily In Paris
  • Plan out my Christmas mantel
  • Visit GG on Halloween

Highlights from the weekend…..

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