source: CB2 website
https://www.cb2.com/ditto-ii-grey-sectional-sofa/s540667

We enjoyed dinner at North and had the roasted cauliflower OMG. It had an egg, asparagus and then roasted cauliflower soooo yummy! We shared an entrée and dessert also.




I recently have seen several bloggers I follow (Sheaffer and Honey Were Home) talk about Colleen Rothschild products! I was curious so I went ahead and ordered two products and am loving them so far!


Target just came out with a new brand OPAL HOUSE and I am loving all the bright fun colors!!! I love to have seasonal plates out on my table. I think it adds some fun and then I can use them when we have friends over for desserts or dinner also.

You can't beat the 1.99 price tag either and to me they look very Anthropologie like! I have some bowls from Anthropologie that I love!!!

I also got some fun napkins for 3.00 each. I just think these are super cute and fun for the Spring and Summer months ahead. Think BBQs, Cinco de Mayo, 4th of July etc.

Liquid PROS and CONS

Laundry detergent first started being sold in stores in the 1950s and was sold as a powder based detergent to wash your clothes. Powder is easy to use, works well in washers, and comes in a variety of different scents.

PROS

1) Great for stain pre-treaters or spot cleaning (grass, condiments, drinks, etc.)
2) Effective on getting out oil and grease
3) Least expensive

CONS

1) Measurement lines are hard to read therefore leaving you as the consumer using too much or too little. If you use to much a residue can build up on your clothing.
2) Some consumers of the bottles are not recyclable so therefore lots of trash in our landfills.
3) Water is main ingredient in liquid detergent which is why pricing can add up you are paying for the plastic bottle and the water in it.

Pods PROS and CONS

Convenience is the number one reason for using pods. The pods were first trademarked by TIDE however, now there are a variety of brands. They are the fastest growing laundry product on the market today.

PROS

1) Lightweight, require not a lot of storage space
2) Simple to use
3) Premeasured dose of detergent
4) Less packaging

CONS

1) Most expensive for cost per load
2) Designed for the average size load and soil level (how dirty your clothes are)
3) Can't be used for pretreating stains
4) Easy to swallow
5) Outer packaging can't be recycled

POWDER PROS and CONS 

OMG all I have to say is I am still loving this workout! I gained a pound this week however, I know I will get it back off and the SCALE does not determine your SELF-WORTH.

I am feeling healthier, am eating better and getting in resistance and walking 6 days a week.

For week 3 of BBG here is what my schedule looked like. I took 3 rest days this particular week and didn't do one resistance workout. I train with a trainer also so I am getting in resistance and strength training on top of BBG.

Monday- LISS 35 minutes of walking, trainer

I walk in two particular places my parents neighborhood and also at a local Lions Club Park. I like to switch it up. I also am incorporating some running into this workouts as I am training for another half marathon in December.

Tuesday- Legs

Wednesday- Rest Day

Thursday- LISS and trainer

Friday and Saturday- rest

Sunday- Abs and Arms and LISS

Let, me just say there is so much SWEAT when doing these workouts! A fellow blogger I follow just finished up the last week and started over and was sweating like crazy again on Week 1!

This program works...you may not see results super quick but I feel like if I am sweating then I am doing good!!

Follow me on Instagram for stories and more of these workouts!


This week I also wanted to talk SPORTS bras...I am funky in that I want to rip one off the minute I am done working out. I have never truly been comfortable in a Sports Bra the straps hurt. I tend to get horrible neck/back pain if I wear one all day long.


I went on the search for some new sports bras this weekend and am happy to report I found 3 new ones.

I got 2 from Victoria Secret's and let me tell you that you can't beat the PRICE! One was 15 and the other 20.

I have heard incredible things about ATHLETIA which is a brand with Gap, Old Navy and Banana Republic.

I walked in and the amazing sales lady was so helpful and knowledgable about her products.

Every particular bra I tried on in the store fit well but I went home with this particular version which is just sold ONLINE. They happened to have one that was returned in my size.

She suggested I get one that had adjustable straps like a regular bra also!! UH hello GAME CHANGER!!

Welcome to another week of Laundry Talk Tuesday...I saw these adorable printable tags on the Better Homes and Garden website this week and it inspired me!

We all get stains whether it be your favorite drink (coffee/tea/wine), lipstick, chocolate, grass or just plain the good ole stains of everyday living and being outside. Everyone sweats and sometimes our shirts can choose those pesky perspiration stains.

I think these laundry tags would be adorable to give a newly wed or someone getting their first house! Grab a basket and fill it with towels, these tags and maybe some detergent and you have the perfect gift plus it is useful!

Ink

Paint

Lipstick

Grass

Blood

Chocolate

Perspiration

Red Wine

Sauces

Well, Week 2 of BBG is in the books and let me just say I wasn't as dedicated this week which is A-OK. It is important when you start any workout program to know that some days you will be busy or just need a break. I was in Shreveport, LA this weekend to celebrate Easter and I choose to enjoy myself this week. I did get in all the LISS workouts and one of the resistance workouts.




Here was my workout schedule for Week 2

Monday- trainer and LISS
Tuesday- LISS
Wednesday- rest
Thursday- trainer and LISS
Friday- rest (flying day)
Saturday- 40 minute walk/run with the hubby
Sunday- resistance Legs

I think working out 5 of 7 days deserves an A plus!!!

I have found with the program that I enjoy walking/running and to incorporate this into days with my trainer. Wednesday is always a rest day because I have small group that evening.

I tend to find myself working out in the afternoon or around the 6ish time frame.

I have continued my eating habits of lots of protein (shrimp, chicken or small beef patties), veggies and healthy snacks.

I wanted to share some healthy snack options with you that are great for grab and go lifestyles. I packed my mix of nuts with my for my travel day so I wouldn't want to choose unhealthy snacks at the airport on my layover.

Welcome to this weeks edition of Laundry Talk Tuesday....Today, I am talking about jean care. We all have that favorite pair of jeans that we love to wear! Whether they are blue, white or black we want our jeans to hold their color and look good for many washes.



 Top: American Eagle, Jeans Wit and Wisdom Nordstrom

Washing your Jeans

People ask me constantly the best way to wash their jeans and ways to keep them from stretching. Colored jeans can sometimes also stain other articles of clothing depending on the dye used when making them.

My best advice is to wash your jeans inside out, especially for your blue and dark colored jeans. Also I like to dry my jeans about 15-20 minutes and then hang them to dry.

Jeans can be hand-washed. If you choose to do this I suggest using a deep sink or a bathtub. Make sure to submerge the jeans fully, use about a cup of laundry detergent and then let them soak for about 15-30 minutes. You want to make sure you rinse them well to get out the majority of the water. When rinsing it is best to fill your tub or sink 2-3 times with clean water. DO NOT wring your jeans this will break down the fibers in them. You want to roll them from the bottom up and then press on them to get the excess water out. If you choose to hand wash your jeans lay them flat or hang dry them.

If you choose to wash your jeans in the washer here are some tried and true tips!!

Use only COLD water!

Washing them often will fade the colors. I suggest wearing jeans 2-3 times before washing. This also will cut back on them stretching.

With your first wash of a pair of jeans throw in 2 spoon-fulls of SALT this will help set the dye.

How to Keep Jeans from Fading

You want to make sure you set the dye in your jeans. Like I mentioned above you can do this by tossing salt into the wash.

Another way to accomplish this is to fill a sink with water, pour in one cup of white vinegar and 2 tablespoons of salt. Make sure to turn the jeans inside out and soak them this way for an hour. Make sure to wash the jeans on COLD!

Wash less often (wearing them 3-4 times)

Spot treat your stains...once you dry your jeans or any clothes for that matter stains are much harder to remove!

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Welcome to this week's edition of Workout Wednesday...I have officially completed Week 1 of BBG and am happy with my results this far!

When I started BBG I weighted 123 and now I am at 121. I didn't get there just by doing the workouts however, I also changed some of my eating habits.

I am loving the workouts so far and below is a recap of the workouts I completed this week. I also workout with a trainer twice a week and we did resistance style workouts.

BBG Week 1 Recap
Sunday- LISS
Monday- trainer and LISS
Tuesday- resistance legs
Wednesday- rest day
Thursday- trainer and LISS
Friday- resistance abs and arms
Saturday- resistance arms

What is LISS?

RESISTANCE 

Egg muffin with turkey bacon

Oatmeal with honey, cinnamon and a banana 

I prefer milk instead of water in my oatmeal.

 Source: Picture taken by Greg Beason
Source: Picture taken by Greg Beason

You have read the care labels of your clothes and they still seem to stretch and shrink for some reason. Most of how our clothes react during cleaning happens way before you ever purchase them. Some clothes are pre-shrunk and some will shrink after washing depending on your washer and dryer settings.

Every type of clothing fiber reacts differently. Wool, cotton and even bamboo have lots of stretch built into them. Side note if you have never tried bamboo sheets or shirts you are missing out. My husband's favorite brand is Cariloha. We discovered this brand on a cruise to the Caribbean but now they have a local store in Austin, TX.

Source: https://www.cariloha.com/mens/tops/polos/bamboo-performance-jersey-polo-coastal-blue-stripe.html
Loose fabrics type will stretch more when exposed to heat and agitation from a washer. 

What can you do to avoid Stretch and Shrinking?

Happy Friday! As usual I am linking up with Andrea, Erika and Narci for another week of Friday Favorites! I can't believe EASTER is almost here!

I wanted to share a few EASTER basket goodies for all ages today! I am 31 years old and still love getting a chocolate Easter bunny on Easter Sunday!

1) William Sonoma and Pottery Barn

These are perfect item to add to anyone's Easter basket and they are sooo good! Right now you can get 20 percent off all Easter candy at William Sonoma!

I personally love their gummy candies but you can't go wrong with jelly beans! I got some for my dad!

Pottery Barn has some of my favorite Easter plates right now as does Pottery Barn kids! I am loving all the Peter Rabbit Stuff that is out right now!

Peter Rabbit plates
2) Fun statement earrings and travel case

Jewelry
3) Books for the book lover

I love Usborne books and books just in general.  I just finished reading The Wedding Date...it was super cute, a good chick lit read, but warning parts of it are rated R.

The Wedding Date

4) I am loving the BBG workouts and have a fun update coming soon to the blog...be looking for some healthy breakfast ideas on Wednesday and a recap of Week 1 of BBG. So far I have completed all 3 LISS workouts and 2 resistance workouts. I am a sweaty mess when I finish and loving the workouts so far!

5) Dry Shampoo



I am currently loving the Queen Bee Hippie dry shampoo. The lady who owns the company is local to the Shreveport/Bossier area and I recently tried her dry shampoo. It is not a spray it is more of a powder. NEVER EVER in my life have I been able to go 3 days without washing my hair!! OMG I love this product. You can order through her FB page.

Dry Shampoo

I hope everybody has a wonderful weekend enjoying the warmer temperatures!