I don't know about you, but one big threat to my self-care is my inability to say no. Well, it USED to be my inability to say no. I used to over schedule myself to the point of exhaustion and leave absolutely no margins for error or rest. I have a guilt button about a… Continue reading Self-Care & the Holidays: Just Say No
Tag: self-love
100 Ways to Treat Yourself
Self-Care It's hard to make time for, yet super important so you can keep chugging along. It's kind of a catch-22: You don't have time for it, but if you don't make time, you'll wear yourself out and won't BE ABLE to do anything else. It's kind of a Treat Yo'self thing I think: I… Continue reading 100 Ways to Treat Yourself
Weekend Wrap-Up
Hello! It’s been awhile since I’ve done a Weekend Wrap-Up and it’s about time because there is lots to catch you up on! Firstly, my blogging absence. It’s a long and complicated story, but basically my doctor misdiagnosed me with pre-diabetes two years ago and immediately put me on a bunch of meds that slowly… Continue reading Weekend Wrap-Up
My Workout Clothes Obsession
Self-care. Its super important, guys! Since about December, I've been forced to slow down and take care of myself more. It's been hard, but I'm seeing the results and have been feeling amazing! But I'm one of those people that can't just put on sweatpants and go workout. NOoooo, I want to look cute (or… Continue reading My Workout Clothes Obsession
GYPO Winter Wardrobe Challenge is Open!
The last challenge of the year is upon us! Get Your Pretty On's Winter Wardrobe Challenge is now open for sign ups! Only 39$! The outfits start December 17th, so there's still plenty of time to get your pieces together! But I've been trying really hard to wear and re-wear the items I already have… Continue reading GYPO Winter Wardrobe Challenge is Open!
Mom Life Subscription Box
Ever since dipping my toe into subscription boxes, I've been addicted! Who doesn't love to get surprise treats once a month? Mom Life boxes are sold through Fresh Apparel Tees and will be available again in August (the price and boxes have been taken down until then, but I believe the box was around 30$). They… Continue reading Mom Life Subscription Box
J.Crew Factory Gingham Skirt
I never really thought I'd be a gingham skirt kind of girl. When I thought about it or saw the style somewhere, mostly what I saw was this (Seven Brides for Seven Brothers): Especially living in Tennessee, you've got to be really careful what you'd wear with this or you'd fall directly into country territory.… Continue reading J.Crew Factory Gingham Skirt
May Sentence a Day
So this is coming at you quite late given that it's already two weeks into June! But my May sentences took a different turn than all the others because we are officially on summer break! Hurrah! This summer, I am choosing to take a closer look at my health. I have begun walking more, and… Continue reading May Sentence a Day
365 Day Happiness Challenge: Binge Watching Friends
Have you heard of this challenge put on by PopSugar? I found it on Pinterest and I couldn't resist it because I really really suck at New Year's Resolutions, but this looked like a fun way to invest a little time in myself and my family throughout the year! I had intended on trying something… Continue reading 365 Day Happiness Challenge: Binge Watching Friends
Weekend Wrap-Up
It's raining, it's pouring...I wish I was snoring! ha! Today is gloomy again after a lovely couple of days of sunshine and flower blooms. But, having lived in the Pacific Northwest, I can appreciate a good rainy day spent cozied up under a blanket reading my favorite book. And naps. Oh, I'd love to be… Continue reading Weekend Wrap-Up
No Delusions of Grandeur 