On my last blog post I wrote about getting my body in shape for summer. I'm using a workout plan I found to keep me on track, and the past couple of days have proven to be successful. However, as most fitness trainers and gurus will tell you, losing weight is 80% diet and 20% fitness. The reason dieting is so much more effective than exercise is because it takes a ton of activity to create even a 500 calorie deficit through working out alone. Essentially, you would have to ru

The beginning of summer forces everyone to reevaluate their fitness goals they created in January. Swimsuit season is UPON US so I've been dying to get started on my fitness goals and today is the day! Fitness for me (as most people will tell you) has been a very personal part of my life. When I was in high school, I was super athletic. I was part of the track team and the cross country team and I led our team to Regionals my Junior year. But although I was super fit, I had a

For those of you who don't know, agates are gemstones made of silicon dioxide in the form of quartz crystals. The colors and design within are influenced by changes in pressure, temperature, and mineral content. So these beautiful gems (literally) are found naturally in rock formations and each agate is unique with absolutely stunning designs inside! Photo courtesy of Etsy. These beautiful gems are popping up EVERYWHERE: wedding decorations, home decor, accessories + jewelry

So let me give you a hint why this is incredible news - I don't cook. Ever. For anyone, including myself. Why you ask? Do you not know how? Do you burn everything you cook? Do you not like cooking? Would you rather spend your free time doing something else? Growing up, everyone in my extended family was fairly excellent in the kitchen. My family spent many summers at my grandmothers in Kentucky where she taught me and my sister not only basic cooking skills, but delicious Sou

I am SO READY for Spring! I hate the cold, and here in Texas it's still kind of cool. BUMMER! So, in order to drag out the happiness that comes with Spring, I'm curating a list of pretty florals I'm dying to try. Most of these pieces are super easy to throw on and run out of the door. And they are all so cheery and flirty! Below are a few of the items that I have had my eye on lately: Floral Bomber Jacket – Make some bloom. Wear this lightweight soft bomber over a slip dress

OHMYGOSH YOU GUYS!! I just tried nail wraps for the first time and they were AMAZE-BALLS!! So I'm giving you today my honest review for this nifty product. Lets start with some cold hard facts. FACT: I am NOT an affiliate of this product, just a customer who is completely satisfied. FACT: I am a woman who likes having nice nails. FACT: I cannot do my own nails to save my life. No really, it's true.. Painting my nails, trimming them smoothly and evenly, maintaining them - all

My tormented past with acne is long and torrid. I have had acne since I was about 13. And I still have problems with acne to this day (I am now 29). I have been ALL OVER searching for answers.... When I first started to see a problem, we went to the dermatologist, and she started out with some chemical face peels. Those kind of hurt since I have sensitive skin, and they didn't seem to do much. Then she put me on Proactiv, which mostly burned, but it worked a little better. Ho

You guys! I just watched Moana on Netflix! I know, I know, again I'm late to the table of discussion, but better late than never, right? There really aren't any children's/animation/Disney movies I haven't seen. Being a child of the 90's, I of course LOVE all things Disney. So when Disney comes out with a new movie (especially one about a new Disney Princess), I HAVE to go see it! I have to say, I was once again thrilled to see a new generation of princess and a new ethnicity

My wonderful boyfriend and I have been together for well over 7 years now, and the number one question we get asked is, "Why aren't you married?". Fair question. Really! But if you fall under the category of "millennial" like we do, then you already know the answer to that question.... Photo courtesy of Wedding Include. Weddings are SO EXPENSIVE! And unless you opt for a bespoke wedding and wish to challenge traditions, it's something you will need (have) to save for. The tro