Mad Men...and Women!

Dress: Milly, (Gift from hubs last year)

It's been crazy lately. Getting the kids back into school and trying to get used to our new routine has been bananas! Last night we were able to get out of routine and into character at the Imperial Symphony Orchestra's Music & Martinis! I was so thrilled they chose a Mad Men theme! One of my close friends is now the Executive Director and she called on me to work some PR magic! I had fun running the Facebook campaign and working with the local media to promote the event. My reward? An evening playing dress up with my husband, friends, and girlfriends! A GREAT night indeed! Why did we stop dressing up? I mean wouldn't it be more fun if we always dressed up like they did?? I thinks so!

Snake Pants-Oh My!

Feeling funky on my back to work day Monday, I sported these snake skin jeans by Current Elliott (a clearance steal of coarse!) My first pair of print jeans, and I am in love! I hope you all are having a great mid week! XO

Back to Work Hair Cut

Hair: Jen, Liquid Hair

So sorry for my absence of posts lately. The good news is the summer is coming to an end, and my regular schedule will return. I have many pictures to share from Palm Beach, and will do so as soon as I drop 4 children off at school next week!  I decided I needed a back to work hair cut since the kids were all getting back to school cuts! I am really excited about a change. If you have short hair, you understand just how boring it can become. I think I am going to like this one! :) Have a GREAT rest of the week!!

My 5 Year Old Mermaid

All files and printables came from Simply Sweet Parties! Kerry is GREAT to work with! 

This was the boys' table

The "merman" hid treasures in the yard for the kids to find! 

Jello sharks!

Mom carved a watermelon whale! 

Yummy ocean punch: 1 bottle blue Hawaiian Punch, 1 bottle white grape juice,   2 liter of sprite,
1 1/2 gallon of pineapple sherbet

The birthday mermaid

For preschool graduation my daughter had to tell us what she wanted to be when she grew up. Her answer: a mermaid. No question what the party theme would be this year! I LOVE parties! I love planning, cooking, preparing, decorating, hosting.....I love it all. Pinterest has made party planning even more exciting for me with loads of cool ideas and DIYs. Kennedy hand picked shells at the beach and we made shell necklaces as a giveaway, I made the cupcakes and a new icing which is now my favorite! The best part was that she loved every minute of it, and her friends had an absolute blast!!!

Back to School Shoe Shopping

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Famous Footwear for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

As I always say, "shoe love is true love!" What better place to fall in love with shoes than Famous Footwear? I have found so many of my beloved pair while browsing hundreds of styles at this shoe superstore! The employees are helpful and so friendly, and I love their promotions! Right now they are running a 15% off PLUS BOGO (Buy One, Get One Half Off). 

Every little bit saved helps our family of six, our two toddlers are growing out of everything!! We also have a 11 year old and 17 year old, so you can only imagine how many pairs of shoes that we go through! Famous Footwear makes it easy for us to keep shoes on their feet without breaking the bank. This BOGO promotion also gives us the opportunity to buy an extra pair for a needy child that wouldn't have a new pair of shoes the first day back to school. 

My favorite selections for school kids are they Nike Lunar Forever collection, Sperry Top-Siders, and Keds...a classic! 

You can click this link for your coupon to redeem in store between 8/2-8/18. Make the most of this promotion by putting shoes on your family, or helping a needy family. BOGO + 15% off Famous Footwear Coupon

While you are in the store, make sure to sign up for the FREE Rewards Program! The benefits are great, and come in handy when the kids have worn out their soles! :) You can earn 1 point for every $1 you spend in-store or online, your points accumulated can earn you up to $100 a year!!! You will also receive a discount offer just for signing up, and you will receive other special discounts and perks throughout the year as well! 

 

 

Simply Stated

Top: Banana Republic. Shorts: Loft, Flops: J. Crew, Bag: Coach

Tank tops, shorts, and flip flops have become my go to uniform this summer! I love adding a bright colored bag to dress up this simple little look. What are your favorite ways to jazz up shorts and a tank?