{friday 5}

Posted in Cooking, fashion, Food, foodie, friday, kid style, kids, mom & me, Products, Recipe by bailey1mom

F R I D A Y

The first day of Fall!

And oh my gosh, THE WEATHER! It feels like Fall and I’m loving it. Who else is with me in welcoming this change of season?

It’s Friday, and I’ve got 5 things on my mind……

ONE – Shady AF // This one’s for you Lina! I’ve been asked over and over by so many peeps to share my shade details. I just got these a few weeks ago and I’m totally diggin them. Matte black. Polarized. Great price tag. I scored mine during the Shop Bop sale for $50.

And let’s take a sec to talk about Bay’s shades. Until last month, I had NO idea Ray Bans came in Jr sizes. Bay really really wanted a pair for her birthday. She keeps them in the car and pops them on as soon as she buckles up. It kills me. She looks so teenager with them on.

Le Specs Weekend Riot Polarized Sunglasses

RAY-BAN JR.

TWO – Wi-Fi Printable // This was on my Intentions for the week. Check! I want peeps to feel at home when they walk though the door at our house. And what feels more at home than your Wi-Fi connecting? I just recently figured out how to change the name on our Wi-Fi. Ha! It was some weird combo of numbers and letters and I had a hard time figuring out which one was ours. Picking a name was kind of a big deal. Especially when you recruit the help of an 11-year-old. Here’s what we came up with:

HeyBayBay1

HeyBayBay2

Since when do you need two? They explained all the technical shit to me and it went right over my head. But we have Wi-Fi, so it’s all good.

Anyway, I printed out this cute FREE printable and put our password on it for all our guests.

Come over and get cozy AF! Use our Wi-Fi!

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20Sep2017

{twinning, again}

Posted in fashion, kid style, kids, mom & me, ootd by bailey1mom

It’s not every day this mother daughter duo find a denim top they LOVE! But when we do, you best believe we are going to tell you all about it.

You guys, she’s still totally into taking selfie with me. I really gotta enjoy this while it lasts. I know one day, sooner than later, she’s going to look at me like I’m crazy when I tell her “let’s take a selfie!” That day is going to be devastating. I’ll have to recruit Link, the rabbit, I guess?!?!

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7Sep2017

{hot air balloon}

Posted in Adventure, California, kids, mom & me, Summertime by bailey1mom

This year we talked about celebrating birthday’s a little differently. Bay has had her fair share of BIG ass parties. If only I could tell you the BIG ass money I’ve dropped on those BIG ass parties, you’d have a heart attack.

How about experiences? Instead of the BIG ass parties. Instead of the BIG ass gifts. How about experience something? Go on an adventure. Something she’ll remember forever. Don’t get me wrong, Bay is 11 years old. Clearly homegirl likes a gift and toys. Without having a clue as to what the experience would be, Bay was game for it. Let’s try something new! She’s always up for an adventure!

The weekend before Bay’s 11th birthday I surprised her.

We got up early. I’m talking on the road by 5am. Bay is not a morning person. AT ALL! For some weird reason, she popped out of bed. Without a fight. To be honest, I don’t think Bay has ever been up at 5am before. It was almost like she knew what I had up my sleeve. She didn’t.

We drove to Winters.

She told me on the way that she knew what we were doing. Riding horses!

Nope!

Then she was clueless.

As soon as we pulled up, right there in front of us was the hot air balloon basket.

Bay freaked! She didn’t believe it.

“We’re going on a hot air balloon?”

We met our pilot and group at Turkovich tasting room downtown Winters. Once eveyone was gathered and release forms were signed, we set off to the launching spot.

I have to give a huge shout out to Yolo Ballooning Adventures! They sure know how to make you comfortable and excited! From ages 11 – 35!

We watched the sunrise. Bay’s never seen the sunrise before.

Anddd, we can cross that off the Summer To-Do’s 🙂

Our basket was an 8 passenger. You can see the squared off areas. Each pair had their own little cubbie. Then the pilot stood in the center of the basket.

I was so worried some weirdo would touch me or something. Ha! Totally not the case.

Bay helping spread out our balloon.

Bay inside the balloon. Swear!

So, so cool!

She’s saying “coolest thing ever” here 🙂

Balloon Boom!

We had the company of 12 other balloons. Which they say is rare.

Beautiful sight to see!

Watch this video. It’s my favorite!

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29Aug2017

{weekend notes}

Posted in Adventure, California, friday, friends, horseback riding, kids, Lake Tahoe, mom & me, Summertime, travel, weekend by bailey1mom

Take me back to Tahoe please!

We had our final-final summer adventure last weekend. Most peeps are celebrating their last summer hurrah this Labor Day weekend. Unfortunately, we will be spending our 3-day weekend moving. So. Much. To. Do! Currently wishing I was still sitting on Pope Beach with a bud light lime in hand enjoying the 80 degree weather. This 110 shit is for the birds.

Here’s a little recap of the highlights from our weekend……

We hit the road Friday with Ruby (Bay’s BFF) in tow. I love these girls and their friendship ♥

Pit stop at Strawberry Lodge for sodas. First time ever (in my adult life) I haven’t sat at the bar, played Janis Joplin on the jukebox and enjoyed a coldie.

They did a boomerang cheers. Like mother, like daughter. Pretty sure that was Sara + I a couple of weekends ago….Ha!

The Cabin. With mom waiting for us.

First thing first…Lake Tahoe Pizza Co. for pizza. Pizza is kinda our Friday night thing, if you haven’t caught on yet.

We did half cheese (borefest) + half Mean Greek. You guys, it was BOMB. Sundried tomatoes + sautéed spinach + feta cheese + red onions + peperoncino + chicken. Sounds good, huh?

Saturday morning breakfast on the deck. Fueling for our adventure.

I had a bloody mary to calm my nerves 🙂

Along side avocado toast Carol Willis style. I love avocado toast, but do you want to know how to make your avo toast even better? Add crispy prosciutto. Yes! Carol had made this for my mom a couple of days before. When she told me about it, I requested she show me Carol’s ways. OMG! It was killer. She crisped up a couple thin slices of prosciutto on the stove then layered it up over a toasted pieces od Dave’s Killer Bread. Try it. And thank Carol after!

Horseback riding!! WTF did I get myself into? I am afraid of horses. Horses don’t like me. Pretty sure they can sense how uncomfortable I am. At least, that’s what I’ve been told. I am 35 year young, and have yet to get on a horses. I’ve had plenty of options, but have declined every single time.

The reason we are here….Bay + Ruby are completely horse crazy.

They’ve been riding since they were 5 years old. Look how little they are in the images below.

Then a couple of summers ago, Paige + Willy introduced Bay to Junior Rodeo. She learned barrels + poles + roping. Probably one of the coolest things I’ve ever seem my girl do.

She would ride out to a goat. Jump off her horse. With a hope in hand. And tie up a live goat and lay it on its side.

Bay was 9 years old at the time.

I don’t think I could even do that now.

Ok, so now that you have the history you know why it was time for me to finally get on a horse. Bailey has asked me to a million times.

I said yes.

We went for a guided trail ride in Tahoe at Camp Richardson Corral. I can’t say tell you how great the guides + staff treated us. They knew I was freaked the fuck out. They got me on a horse and reassured me I would love every second of it.

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25Aug2017

{friday 5}

Posted in book recommendations, California, fashion, friday, kid style, kids, Lake Tahoe, mom & me, ootd, sale, Summertime, travel by bailey1mom

Can I get an Amen for Friday!!! I don’t know about you, but I AM SPENT! This first week of school, Bay’s 11th birthday + the eclipes (Ha) + packing has killed me a little Just a little, but today is Friday! We’re hitting the road for a final-final summer adventure. And then it’s a wrap folks.

But first I’ve got 5 things on my mind…..

ONE – Back to school // This coloring page is everything. Bay literally finished it in 2.5 minutes. For the first time, since she started elementary school, she told me she was too old to do her back to school coloring page. FML! She did it anyway. She must have seen the look on my face. I almost cried. Anyway, I have saved these year after year.

She said the worst thing in her lunch was a pickle. I find that funny, considering she LOVES pickles…lol! What a brat.

Click below and have your kiddo fill on of these out! It’s a keeper

Free Printable Coloring Page

TWO – I Fought The Law // Total pre-ordered this book. It caught my eye and I’m so intrigued. Beautiful photographs of the strangest laws from each of the 50 states.

Strange, outdated laws from each of the 50 U.S. states—some overturned, some still on the books, and some merely the stuff of legends—are depicted with sly wit by Olivia Locher. Incisive, ironic, and gorgeous, these images will appeal to art buffs and trivia fans alike. A foreword from American poet Kenneth Goldsmith and an interview with the artist by Eric Shiner, former director of the Andy Warhol Museum, contextualize rising-star Locher’s photography. From serving wine in teacups in Kansas to licking a toad in Kentucky or perming a child’s hair in Nebraska, breaking the law has never looked so good.

For instance: In California, it is illegal to ride a bike in a swimming pool.

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23Aug2017

{august 23rd}

Posted in kids, mom & me, Summertime by bailey1mom

11 // I can’t believe it’s been eleven years since she made me a Mom!

I blinked and she grew up. Literally! Over 5 feet tall. Where has the time gone? This girl brings so much joy. There is something really amazing about watching your little person grow up to be a confident and self-assured young lady. She knows who she is, embraces her weird, and the best part…she laughs at herself. All pretty crucial parts to becoming a strong individual.

I can’t wait to see what her 11th year has in store for us!

{one of my favorite pictures of all time}

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18Jul2017

{gluten-free fudgy brownies}

Posted in Bay Bakes, Food, foodie, mom & me, Recipe by bailey1mom

Good morning!! I was crazy productive yesterday. Even crossed off a few of my Intentions I set for the week. It totally works. Write that shit down. Cross that shit off. It feels so good.

Let’s chat about this….when is the last time you took EVERYTHING out of your refrigerator and wiped everything down, threw away outdated condiments, organized drawers? Gratifying AF! Who knew such a task could make me that happy? I vow to do this monthly. I opened the fridge about 28 times last night to admire it. Swear! Haha!

Another Intention I was able to mark off….Gluten-Free Brownies. Kinda! Bailey the baker actually did this for me!

Against her will. She said, “I don’t do that gluten-free stuff.” I promised her they would turn out and she’d dig them. I totally lied. I was a little skeptical too. I was really counting on Martha to pull through on this one. I read the 569 reviews on this recipe. Well, maybe just like 5 of the 569. Let’s be real. It sounded like a slam dunk. I only made a couple of slight modifications. Oh and by the way, I’m certainly not on a gluten-free diet or anything. I just like to try out recipes that peeps swear by.

No flour. Just cornstarch? Then I read the ingredients. Not funky items I’d have to make a special grocery store run for? Let’s do this!!

They are totally fudgy. Perfectly chocolaty! So chewy. Full of tasty toasty walnuts. Yummm! I swear, you will NOT believe these are a gluten-free dessert!

I was so damn impressed, I drove to my parents house at 10pm to have my Mom try them. Well, and to do another load of laundry. Washer is coming Friday….can I get a WHOOP WHOOP!

She LOVED them too! Told ya!

Here’s what you’ll need:

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