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 Fix logo caught my eye and I was pleasantly surprised that this was a fun package and not more paper towels.
Unlike last time, I showed patience and opened my Stitch Fix box through Facebook live streaming. For those who watched it, you received the sneak peak of what my stylist, Amber, picked for me.
She took my recommendations from last month and fine tweaked my box to make sure the clothing were more perfectly aligned with my style. Unlike last month, I did not give her any direction on upcoming events. I wanted to see how Amber would style my everyday look and I was pleasantly surprised with the outcome.
Down the street from our house, Brad and I have a little park where we like to take pictures. The lighting is always beautiful and normally it is fairly empty. Well, last night it was packed and with signs boasting private property. It took me a second to connect the dots, but the area is being overrun with PokemonGo players. Imagine, me striking a pose and Brad trying to angle the photo around people catching their latest Pokemon. We had a great laugh, but this shoot proved to be a bit more difficult. Between the 100 degree weather and dodging PokemonGo users, these Stitch Fix outfits can stand up to any challenge! Read more
Busch Wildlife | St. Charles, Missouri
Busch Wildlife in St. Charles County, Missouri is one of my favorite local places to take landscape photos. Busch Wildlife consists of 6,987 acres of forest, grassland, cropland, old fields, open prairies, wetlands and over 550 acres of fishable lakes and ponds – all of which can be easily accessed by beautiful, winding gravel roads.
Busch Wildlife is owned by the Missouri Department of Conservation and is known for its hunting, fishing, boat rentals, fishing docks, picnic areas, hiking trails, staffed firearms range, archery range, five viewing blinds and visitor center.
Busch Wildlife Contact Information
Office Number & Hours:
636.441.4554 | 8am-5pm Monday through Friday.
Address:
2360 Highway D
St. Charles, Missouri 63304 Read more
Blue Apron
I awoke yesterday shocked that it was basically August. Last time I noticed, it was April and Brad was calling me saying he had been laid off. The rest of the Spring was spent with job searching and trying to keep life as normal as possible.
As much as we tried, it did not work. I was busy trying to keep a steady income and the house clean so the job hunt could happen without distractions. Brad was busy trying to network and find the next door God was going to open. Needless to say, our gym membership and kitchen did not get much use.
Well, my brilliant husband had a great idea to join Blue Apron after too many nights of takeout, and consequently me complaining about the scale jumping up. If you remember, I had tried so hard to lose 20 pounds before life being turned upside down. Read more
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 ideas for all my sisters in the large chest club. 🙂
Summer can be the worst for us ladies because your cleavage line can get a bit sweaty, and you don’t want to layer trying to make your outfit appropriate. Also, I don’t know about you, but I am not wearing cute lace bandeau. My bra is supportive with wire and can get a bit hot! Women like me need Summer Tips for Busty Ladies to combat the heat and insecurities
Here are 5 summer looks that specifically flatter your “girls.” To get more ideas on how to flatter your busty frame, and have a customized wardrobe created just for you, join Stitch Fix today!
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Blue Apron Recipe | Peruvian Roast Chicken & Potatoes
The Blue Apron Recipe, Peruvian Roast Chicken & Potatoes was another hit in my house. I won’t lie; I am not a big chicken fan. Brad says it is because when I lived with my parents, chicken breast and vegetables was the go-to staple for dinner. This could explain the slimmer waistline and dislike of chicken breast. Now, if it is fried, and accompanied with hot sauce, then it can be eaten from morning to night.
Blue Apron’s Recipe, Peruvian Roast Chicken & Potatoes, changes my opinion on chicken breast. The Peruvian Roast Chicken & Potatoes found a perfect partner with the delicious creamy, spicy and tangy sauce.
Blue Apron makes cooking fun and easy. They will provide you with all the ingredients that you need to make a delicious meal in exactly the right proportions. Start your Blue Apron experience today with two free meals! Read more
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 Fix logo caught my eye and I was pleasantly surprised that this was a fun package and not more paper towels.
Unlike last time, I showed patience and opened my Stitch Fix box through Facebook live streaming. For those who watched it, you received the sneak peak of what my stylist, Amber, picked for me.
She took my recommendations from last month and fine tweaked my box to make sure the clothing were more perfectly aligned with my style. Unlike last month, I did not give her any direction on upcoming events. I wanted to see how Amber would style my everyday look and I was pleasantly surprised with the outcome.
Down the street from our house, Brad and I have a little park where we like to take pictures. The lighting is always beautiful and normally it is fairly empty. Well, last night it was packed and with signs boasting private property. It took me a second to connect the dots, but the area is being overrun with PokemonGo players. Imagine, me striking a pose and Brad trying to angle the photo around people catching their latest Pokemon. We had a great laugh, but this shoot proved to be a bit more difficult. Between the 100 degree weather and dodging PokemonGo users, these Stitch Fix outfits can stand up to any challenge! Read more
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 at the level of yum!
Adding capers to the Beef Tartines adds a tangy aspect that surprises your tongue and bringings a complexity to the dish. The Beef Tartines are paired with a side of sauteed zucchini that is topped pistou to perfectly accompany the main entree. It gives you veggies without steaming a bag of frozen broccoli. 🙂
Blue Apron makes cooking fun and easy. They will provide you with all the ingredients that you need to make a delicious meal in exactly the right proportions. Start your Blue Apron experience today! Click here to receive two free meals on your first order. Read more
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 of cooking authentic cuisine like Blue Apron has taught me. You too can now try Blue Apron with 2 Meals Free on Your First Blue Apron Order!
Beef Arepas with Pickled Onion, Avocado & Radishes was a Blue Apron hit at our house. For those who are not familiar with the dish like me, Arepas is a specialty of Venezuelan and Colombian cuisines. Arepas are flat, round cornbreads that we made by hand and quickly cooked in a frying pan. Ours was dressed with spice beef and pickled onions, but you can fill you arepas with a wide variety of toppings.
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New Job
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 for the Patient Experience Team at Barnes-Jewish Hospital. I am following my passion and will start living the life that I am capable of! It might even be a stretch goal. 🙂
My passion and love have always been with the work that this team does. On my first day at Barnes-Jewish, five years ago, I knew it was something special. They care for the patients in a unique way. While the one-on-one interaction is important, the larger scale and influence to move the needle forward for all who walk through the hospital doors from patients to visitors to employees will change our culture and lives. I will get to be part of this team focusing on how to make what could be the worse day of your life, a little better. What a blessing and the closest I will ever get to doing God’s work by taken care of the least of His people.
My heart has been in this space for five years. Last time, I worked with them, I was inspired to grow and help others grow. At the time, I had the unique privilege of transporting guests to whimsical places to learn how to better care for our team members and patients. Read more
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 is to learn about Breathable Summer Fabrics. As always, my favorite Stitch Fix stylist has me covered with a Guide to Breathable Summer Fabrics. I know that we all have clothes made of these top 5 breathable fabrics in our closet, but do you know how to wear them?
If you need to update your Breathable Summer attire, book your first Stitch Fix box today!
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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 keep in all in place.
I immediately tore through the paper to see what my Stylist had picked for me! I was anxious to see how my style profile would translate into real clothing for me. Well, Amber (my stylist) was spot on with my first Stitch Fix box. She understood my style and even took my note into account of an upcoming wedding and bohemian themed dinner!
Here is what was in my first stitch fix box!
