Lifestyle

'Tis The Season and it's never too early to start thinking about gifts for your loved ones. I have something for everyone on your list: Gifts for Her All that glitters is gold this season, so here are some gift ideas sure to please even the hardest woman on...
Gifts for Her Spoil the special person in your life with these fun heart themed (and of course, pink!) gifts. They all look luxe, but the prices start at $29. Of course there are some splurge worthy gifts in there if you want to go big this year! ...
As many of you know I am a skincare Junkie, and I have made taking care of my skin a priority since I was 12 thanks to the guidance of my mom. Focusing on quality skincare is part of what makes me so excited to try new and groundbreaking products....
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. I love that we get to celebrate with friends and family without all of the pressures that gift centered holidays bring. It's about being together and enjoying those special moments together. This year, we will have a full house, so...
Here are my final 2021 Holiday Gift Guides! They cover the rest of the people on your list, whether it's your favorite pet parent,  your difficult to pleas In-Laws, or your friend who is always on the go. I put together a few gift guides full of...
Sometimes the smallest gifts can be the most thoughtful and fun. I love giving a fun and unique hostess gift or finding the perfect stocking stuffer. Here are small gift options sure to make a big statement: Hostess Gifts 1.Roe Caviar Gift Set, $398 2. Greek Key Catchall, $9.99 3. Agate...
The holidays are fast approaching so I put my gift guides together early to help you get ahead of the Christmas rush. I have put together my gift ideas for the men in your life, and have found a great selection of gifts sure to please, no...
We have all heard that there is an impending toy shortage, so I thought I would get my gift guides out a little early. My favorite gifts to give are to the children in my life, so I wanted to make sure to highlight my picks for...
I had a bucket list moment a few weeks ago when I got to meet with Raul Yeh of Jalisco Norte. Anyone who has followed me for awhile knows I have been wanting to learn to make a killer cocktail, and there is no better teacher than Raul....
Spoil Her With Forals Eau de Parfum Rollerball, $30 Knot Headband, $29.50 Floral Sneakers, $85 Florist Pajamas, $195 Qi Floral Tasting Collection, $36.00 Enamel Earrings, $260 Sheer Lipstick, $42 Top Handle Garden Bag, $450 Splurge-Worthy Gifts Meadow Headband, $495 Daisy Perfume, $80 Ken Scott Print Horsebit Shoulder Bag, $2,980 Silk-Satin Pajama Set, $1,695 Medusa Tea-pot, $925 Opal and Diamond Earrings, $3,850 Pointed Toe...
I have to admit I am a fan of Valentines Day. I know that it is a manufactured holiday full of kitschy and cheesy cards and gifts, but I love any excuse to celebrate love. Here are some non-cheesy and fun gift idea for everyone on your...
After taking the time to figure out who you needed help shopping for, and scouring for the best gifts, I have put together my 2020 gift guides. There is something for everyone and at every price point. Gifts For Her Whether it's your wife, sister or mom there is...
Recently, my eldest sons school asked for recipe submissions for a cookbook they are putting together.. I asked him if he wanted me to submit one, and without hesitation he asked for the honey apple cake. This recipe started as a desert for a Rosh Hashanah Dinner...
While preparing a quarantine birthday cake I came across a delicious chocolate cake recipe (by add a pinch). I had to play with it a little to make it fit with my food allergies and taste preferences, but I am so proud of the results. The cake...
Mother's Day is coming up, and here are my picks to make sure she feels special during this crazy time. There is something for everyone, and we made sure to cover gifts related to all of the fun hobbies people have been developing and perfecting during quarantine....
  As many of you know, my fitness journey began about 18 months ago when I joined VIVE. I had always enjoyed working out and trying to stay in shape, but until I walked into their gym, I hadn't found anything I could really commit to. I instantly...
I really appreciate all of the interest and support I had when I shared my morning skincare routine a few months ago, so I wanted to share my evening Routine as well. This post will be a little lengthier because I have more products I work with at...
We all love our pets, so why not show them some love this Valentines Day? If you are looking for something special for your furry Valentine, here are my picks: Bark Box, $29 Crinkle Fish Cat Toy, $1.99 Haute House Dog Bed, $1,399 Mailbox with Love Letters...
Who doesn't love a little Valentines Day Treat? Something sweet always makes a great Valentines Day Gift. Here are my picks: Beauty Essentials 6 Piece Chocolate Box, $32 The Perfect Man, $9 Blooming Lollipops, $20 Pink Hamper Chocolate Assortment, $150 Chocolate and Marshmallow Box, $15.96 Strawberry Hot...
My husband is not very into Valentines Day, but I always think it's nice to show him a little appreciation with a thoughtful gift. I put together some things he would love, and I'm sure the man in your life would appreciate too. Here are my picks: ...
While my husband and I usually don't go big on the Valentines Day celebrations, I think it's always nice to get a little something to feel special and appreciated. Here are my ideas for special gifts for her, and gift ideas for mom (because she deserves something...
Sometimes your In-laws can be the hardest people to shop for. Here are some gifts that are sure to please even the most difficult to shop for mother and father in law. We included splurge worthy luxe gifts, something sentimental, and everything in between: A Beautiful Cutlery...
If you are like me, then you can't resist spoiling your pets this time of year. If you are someone who wants to have something special for your dog or cat under the tree (or something for your favorite animal lover) look no further: A Dom Perignon...
Sometimes the men in our lives can be the hardest to shop for. My husband is particularly difficult to find a good gift for, so I put together some gifts that are sure to please your favorite guys, and your favorite adventurers: Gifts For Him   The Apple AirPod...
The children in my life are my favorite people to shop for! Looking through the toys and clothes available during the holidays makes me feel like a kid again. Here are some of my picks for the little ones you love: Little Girl This interactive Taco Cookbook is...
I love putting together my holiday gift guides, and one of my favorite sets to put together are the gifts for her. I like to include things I love, or things I am hoping to receive. Here are some ideas for the things that are sure to...
When I was twelve years old my mother took me to the Clinique Counter at Nordstrom and bought me a skincare kit. While it wasn't as fancy as the creams she used, it was the perfect way to introduce a  preteen girl to the importance of skincare....
I wish I could tell you that I found OhZone Clinics after researching the health benefits, but I was actually looking for a place to sweat after feeling bloated for several days in a row. I had heard about OhZone through friends and loved the idea of...
When the leaves start to turn, the pumpkin spice comes out, and the temperature in Texas finally starts to drop, I get excited because it means that Partners Card Season is right around the corner! Partners card is a fundraiser benefitting The Family Place, the largest family violence...
Last week I was lucky enough to get together with some fellow bloggers and influencers for a ladies lunch at Al Biernat's Oak Lawn location. It was such a wonderful way to connect with so many incredible women that I knew online, but rarely get to see...

Pilates Class

I was lucky enough to be able to host a class with The PilatesBarre and a group of friends on Saturday and it was a blast. We were all able to come together and sweat it out, all while having fun! Elyse welcomed everyone and made them feel...
I am so excited to be partnering with The PilatesBarre to giveaway a 5 class pack to three lucky winners. I have fallen in love with The PilatesBarre over the last few months, and I am thrilled that three people are going to have the chance to...
Last month I spent a week sharing with you all of the fun photos from our shoot at the the Sweet Tooth Hotel, and I am so thrilled with how many of you loved seeing all of the outfits and pictures. However, some of you have been...
If you had told me in high school I would have ended up hosting a fitness event I would have laughed - I could barely run (ok, walk) a mile. But, my fitness journey began about 6 months ago when I joined VIVE. I had always enjoyed...
I love the opportunity to get good people together and enjoy delicious food, so I was excited when Hudson House  invited some friends and I to come and enjoy brunch at their Addison location! I had always enjoyed stopping in for the best oysters, seafood and burgers...