Healthy Mealtime Mom Hacks for Days When You Don't Have Time to Cook

There are many moments in motherhood when you’re just too tired or busy to spend time in the kitchen cooking healthy meals from scratch. But that doesn’t mean you want to resort to fast food or overly processed junk food.

This guide will give you helpful tips that you can resort to when you’re crunched for time or in a pinch. I’ve also taken into account scenarios when you’re low on fresh groceries and freezer or pantry foods are your only option.

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SFO Airport - Top Things To Do During Long and Short Layovers in San Francisco

Whether you're stuck in a long layover or have a few hours to kill before your next flight, there's no need to be bored at San Francisco International Airport. With plenty of things to see and do, you can make the most of your time at SFO.

Planning ahead will allow you to better enjoy your travel time and take advantage of any unexpected delays during your trip, rather than simply waiting around bored for your flight to come. So take on an adventure and take advantage of one of these excellent options the next time you have a short or long layover in San Francisco.

About me, I grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and my husband and I lived in an apartment very close to SFO. All of the recommendations in this blog post are things that we have done ourselves when either waiting for a flight or entertaining friends and family visiting on a long layover.

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How to Dye Your Hair in Colorful Pastel Shades

Every year Pinterest comes out with the highly anticipated Pinterest Predicts report which provides valuable insight into up and coming trends for the next 12 months. There’s almost always a hair trend report, and for 2022 Pinterest has reported that Rebel Cuts and Colors is the newest hair movement to hit the mainstream population. This means that a rainbow of bright, colorful and pastel shades will be showing up in the tresses of fashion forward folks.

For myself, my hair color journeys have included platinum blonde, purple lavender, silver gray and rose gold pink. This blog post is filled with useful information and tips to help you decide on your next wild child color.

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Fall Style Guide for Modern Plaid Shirts

Every year I anxiously await the autumn season so I can bust out my favorite plaid shirts. They’re everything a gal needs - flattering, soft, comfortable and versatile. Pretty much fashion magic! There’s all kinds of plaid prints and color combos, making it way to easy to end up with a closet full of plaid.

Finding the shirt with the best fit for your body is important, especially since you know you’re going to be living in it all of fall. The plaid shirts I’ve selected in the below shopping guide have that modern cut and fit we’re looking for.

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Day Trip to Joshua Tree - Top Activities for a One Day Itinerary

Desert, cacti, funny looking trees, giant round boulders, and an indescribable feeling of mystic magic in the air - this basically describes Joshua Tree National Park in a nutshell. Named after the uniquely shaped trees (which actually aren't trees at all), Joshua Tree is located inland in Southern California and offers a popular wilderness destination for hikers, rock climbers, photographers and nature lovers.

The Joshua Tree park is comprised of over 795,000 acres of land, which is bigger than the state of Rhode Island! So you may be asking, how could I possibly see this enormous park in one day? While you can’t see everything in such a short period of time, you can definitely hit up some highlights and get the overall feeling of the park.

In this guide I will give you all kinds of options for your one day trip to Joshua Tree, giving you plenty of activities to fill up your itinerary. They will range and vary as far as how physically strenuous they are, from leisurely park walks to ambitious hiking trails. In short, there’s something for everyone!

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Over 50 Brands Similar to Free People to Gratify Your Inner Bohemian Goddess

The bohemian inspired fashion brand Free People has a very loyal following amongst women who gravitate towards a free spirited lifestyle. From long flowy maxi gowns to short mini dresses with statement sleeves, there’s a Free People ensemble for every occasion in life.

When I think about my boho-inspired wardrobe pieces hanging in my closet, they tend to be for the fun times in life. I wear them for vacations, home playing with my kids, special events like weddings and even just lounging at home. They are a departure from the stuffy office life which makes them extra fun to shop for.

I actually wore flowy maxi dresses from Free People (and Free People inspired brands) for the majority of the time when I was pregnant with my two kids. They were the only things that made me feel beautiful and comfortable at the same time. You can see my guide to baby bump friendly boho dresses here.

While Free People is shinning in the spotlight and stealing all the glory, there’s actually many other similar brands to Free People that do an equally as impressive job of creating whimsical bohemian wardrobe essentials that I promise you’ll love just as much.

In this blog post I will give you a wide spectrum of boho clothing brands that range from upscale designers to budget-friendly options. When shopping from top of the line brands, you can spend a bit more in high quality wardrobe investment pieces that you’ll wear year-after-year. If there’s a boho style trend that you’re wanting to test run before making a big commitment, opt for an economical low-cost alternative before spending a bit more on a single clothing item.

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15 Inspiring Manifestation Mantras To Manifest Your Dream Life

Hello friend! Since you’ve found your way here to this blog post, it’s fair to assume that you’re searching to level up your life and you’re open to the new age philosophy of manifestation.

Below you’ll find manifestation mantras that will help you find growth in numerous life situations. Being worthy of the power of a manifestation mantra doesn't come lightly. First, you need to be at peace with your inner thoughts to welcome positivity and to deserve everything you desire.

Remember that manifestation mantras are a form of meditation spoken out loudly with positive intentions. You also need to dedicate and open your mind to the universe's endless possibilities before it can grant your dreams and wishes.

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Greek Islands Packing List: What to Pack for Greece in the Summer

My husband and I spent 10 days vacationing on the Greek islands during the month of July. Greece is definitely a favorite summer vacation spot because the Mediterranean climate brings warm temperatures and the ocean water is perfect for swimming.

Whether you are going to a tourist hot spot such as Santorini, or seeking a calming and relaxing scene on a quiet Greek island, the Cyclades islands is the place to go for an idyllic summer vacation.

Once you’ve booked your tickets and planned out your vacation itinerary, the last step is figuring out what to pack for a trip to the Greek islands. In this practical guide I’ll give you valuable advice that I learned during our trip to Greece. I will give myself kudos on doing a pretty good job when packing my own bags, but there were a couple vital things that I completely forgot about. Read on to see everything you will need (and some things you won’t) during your Greek summer vacation.

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Modern Style Guide to Stacking Bracelets

The art of stacking bracelets doesn’t always come naturally to everyone. The key is to find the perfect balance between bold statement style and simplicity. Your gem colors and metal tones must complement each other and create a harmonious color story. You want a variety of textures and sizes to add eye catching interest, stacking bracelets should never be boring!

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