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Back to Reality

Filed under: Mom Life · August 20, 2016

The summer has come and gone and well, I guess it is time to snap back to reality. We had a great summer though. The kids enjoyed a few weeks of basketball, soccer, and fun camp. We took our annual trip to Atlantis and Disney. (I think I could live in the Bahamas a few months out of the year) I celebrated my birthday all of July until I caught a horrible head cold. That sucked!

I will truly miss sleeping in until 8 a.m. (lol), the late nights watching television and not doing homework five nights a week. I will miss not having to cook. Ok I don’t really cook during the school year either. (I am so happy Grown has a drive thru) But, I am looking forward to a real schedule and having a little more flexibility during the day. Plus I get to have lunch with my mommy friends whenever I want.

Who am I kidding? It is about to be a three-ring circus around here. We have three kids playing soccer. (One on travel team) That means three different practices and three different games. This year basketball is in the rotation too and oh there’s tutoring! Not to mention homework. Yes my least favorite word. Then play dates and games and conferences and PTA meetings and well I am getting exhausted just thinking about it.

Oh well, I am off to get these last few school supplies. And a bottle of wine!

#momlife

August Top 5 Must Have Beauty Products

Filed under: Blog · August 6, 2016

It is August already! Where did the time go? As we enjoy these last few weeks of summer, I thought I would share my top 5 (can’t live without) beauty products! These products are perfect for the busy mom who is always on the go. Check them out and let me know your favorites.

Summer Fun at Dolphin Mall

Filed under: Blog, Mom Life · June 15, 2016

Yesterday my kids and I took part in the Dolphin Mall loves Mommies event! This was a day full of food, fun, and yes my favorite…shopping! We met up at Brio for light bites and I must add that Brio is absolutely beautiful. They have an amazing private room for meetings and parties. After a few words from our Dolphin Mall hosts, we were off to enjoy the day.

We used the open shopping time to shop for Father’s Day gifts. The kids wanted to get Dad something really cool. First stop the Samsung store! They all took turns trying on the new virtual headset! Next we hit up the Miami Heat store. We are huge fans and had to check out the latest gear. You know that I had to go into my favorite stores Bloomingdales and Neiman Marcus outlets. This is when shopping with 3 kids got a little cray cray. I tried to smile and keep my cool as the sales lady glanced over at my 3 dancing in the aisles. Yes #momlife! After purchasing a few things we met up with the group at the next stop.

Lunchtime was a hit! We love going to Dave and Busters. My husband and I actually had our wedding rehearsal dinner there back in 2005. (Time flies) Yes we loved it before we even had kids. The kids enjoyed mini cheeseburgers, chicken fingers, salad and pigs in a blanket. They were so excited to get to the arcade that they didn’t even want dessert. Dave and Busters has lots of new games, menu items and entertainment for all ages. I know that we will go back before summer is over.

By 3:00 I was beat and we had an hour to drive home and prepare for swimming lessons. It was a full day but I am so blessed to be able to spend time with my kiddos. If you are looking for something to do with your crew head to Dolphin Mall. There really is something for everyone. There’s the Imax movie theater, Strike bowling alley, Cool de Sac, Brother Jimmy’s, Cinebistro and so many great stores and restaurants. You will definitely get the cool mom award!

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Disney Memorial Day Soccer Shootout

Filed under: Mom Life · May 31, 2016

We had such a fabulous Memorial Day weekend. On Friday we packed up the Caddy and headed to Orlando for the last soccer tournament of the season. Everything about the trip was excellent except that we didn’t make it to the playoffs. The girls didn’t seem to mind. They were to busy playing in the pool, roasting marshmallows and partying.

The Wyndham Bonnet Creek Resort is such a great place for families. It has 5 pools, two water slides, a lazy river miniature golf, lots of restaurants and amazing views. We were spoiled rotten on this trip and got to stay in a three bedroom Presidential Suite. (Thanks hubby) It was so cool. As a family of 5 we need our space and the suite life was perfect for us. If you are heading to Orlando anytime soon I highly recommend staying here.

The best part of the weekend was that the parents had a great time too. We got to relax by the pool, eat, talk trash and drink, yes lots of drinks. The frozen strawberry lemonade was on point! The bonding time was priceless and it was a great way to end the season. I will definitely miss this group of moms. Our team will split up and we will be on different teams in the Fall. I pray that they are just as cool as these mommas!

Fab 5: One Piece Swimsuits

Filed under: Mom Life · May 11, 2016

Do you remember those days when all of the one piece swimsuits were ……. boring? Not anymore. One celebrity stylist said that every woman no matter her shape or size can look fabulous in a one piece. What’s in this summer? High neck tops, botanical prints, and color blocking. What’s out? Cutouts, ruffles, and heavy embellishments. Today while shopping with a girlfriend she said you almost have to look extra fit to rock a one piece nowadays. Boy is she right. But you sporty mommas don’t have to worry about that cause you have been working out hard preparing for Summer 16! I have gathered up my 5 favorite one pieces from Neiman Marcus. There is a variety of styles because all body types are unique. Happy Shopping!!!!

Tori Burch Acoma Multi Print $215

6 Shore Road by Pooja

Contadora Cutout $152

Magic Suit Tar High-Neck Draped One piece $162

Norma Kamali

Bishop Nude Insert One Piece $245

Carmen Marc Valvo High Neck $122