Entries by Nicki

Summer Tips for Busty Ladies

Stitch Fix’s post on Summer Tips for Busty Ladies post was a Godsend. There is no, if, and or buts about it, I inherited a busty chest. I am constantly searching for outfits and tips to feeling my best while not overly flaunting what my Momma gave me. Summer Tips for Busty Ladies has some amazing […]

Stitch Fix Box #2

My second Stitch Fix box arrived two days early which made for a fun surprise! I pulled into the driveway to see a small package on the front porch. I quickly scanned through all my recent Amazon purchases to determine what boring household item it might be. As I came up the stairs the Stitch […]

Blue Apron Recipe | Beef Tartines

Blue Apron’s Recipe for Beef Tartines with Zucchini au Pistou was the first meal that started my love affair with Blue Apron. Beef Tartines are a french inspired open-faced sandwich that includes all of my favorites – melted cheese, toasted bread and red meat! I was confident that this would be delicious, but I was shocked […]

Blue Apron Recipe | Beef Arepas

Brad and I love Blue Apron because it always challenges my cooking skills and taste buds. I have had more variety  of cuisine in the past month than I ever thought I could cook. My go to in our marriage has been grilling, Whole30, Mom’s favorites and easy Mexican or Chinese dishes. I never dreamed […]

New Job

There is no passion to be found in playing small—in settling for a life that is less than you are capable of living.- Nelson Mandela I am taking a big leap of faith and no longer playing it small. Next Monday, the next chapter of my BJC Career book will begin as the newest project manager […]

A Guide to Breathable Summer Fabrics

Ladies, it is officially Summer in St. Louis which means it is down right hot and muggy. It is hard to feel cute when the heat and thick air hits you in the face the moment you step outside and beckons you to take another shower. The only way we will get through the summer […]

Stitch Fix Box

My first Stitch Fix box arrived! Between all the hustle and bustle of a baby shower, swimming and Father’s Day, I neglected to take pictures of my darling Stitch Fix box. For those who have never used Stix Fix before, my items came perfectly wrapped in mint and white tissue paper with the Stitch Fix sticker to […]

Tea Party

Let me start by apologizing for the delay in sharing my lovely Tea party. Like everyone, life got a little busy with welcoming a new niece, pool parties and enjoying our stunning weather until lately. So here we are…Throwback Thursday. The only salvageable and decent way to share my party without being so outdated. Now […]

4th of July

We are a little over one week away from the 4th of July, and it is time to start planning your fabulous menu with great eats and drinks! Don’t worry; I have your decor covered too. 🙂 Independence Day should be celebrated like any great birthday with bold patterns and playful environment to highlight the […]

Tips for a flawless Selfie

Happy National Selfie Day. To fully celebrate the holiday, bust out your phone and take some flawless selfies. Here are 5 tips for a flawless selfie that will wow Instagram, Snapchat and good ole’ Facebook. Tested and proven to work! Say “prune” to pucker your lips and get the perfect duck face. Extend your arm […]