Whoa, Its November!

Ralph and the Great Pumpkin! 

How in the world is it November already??? This year has flown by so fast. I have missed blogging so much, although I have enjoyed my break spending some much needed time learning how to be a wife, homemaker, and balancing life. I haven't come close to perfecting any of that but I live in the grace of God and the love of my sweet husband.

I will post soon about our whimsical wedding! It was really the most perfect day!

So, in other news, we had a freezing weekend here on the East Coast. Im talking record chills for this time of year! But never fear Soup Season is HERE!! I found this delicious recipe on the Yummly app (which I must say is the best app) for Pilgrim Stew!
The recipe was provided by Wholehearted Eats .

I have been hard at work finding an awesome coffee cozy pattern that I love! I use one of these cuties everyday but I love experimenting with new patterns. Right now I am super in love with the pocket on the pink cozy! Let me know what you think? And for those who are interested I sell them HERE on my shop.  

I hope ya'll have a wonderful week!! 

Oh Mr Golden Sun

       

Lets talk about sun protection. Now that summer is well on its way it is time to start catching those rays from Mr. Golden Sun. This means protection (in moderation) is necessary. If you now me in any way you know that I am not a huge proponent of sunscreen but I do believe when used in moderation it can help protect skin from sun damage.
        In my opinion a hat and some shade is protection enough but most americans are huge in to sun tanning. In that case sun screen is most important. Here are my choices in sun screen products.

Sun Lotion: Trader Joe's Refresh Broad Spectrum SPF 30 for Face and Body is by far my favorite sunscreen. It smells nice, dries fast and not greasy and protects for a several hours with out re-application. If I know I will be in the sun for hours this is the sun screen I use.

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Spray: If you are in to spray sunscreen I woud sugest the Kiss My Face Spray Sun Lotion SPF 30. This spray is great for adults and kids! I love and trust the Kiss my Face products!

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Face: This Organic Wear from Physicians Formula is amazing! I love that it has a light SPF for summer days by the pool but isn't heavy like a foundation. It has a light sent of Lavender which my fiance loves! And the best part is that it is all organic and doen't sweet through or give you make up lines. I wear this everyday!

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Lips: I don't use a lip balm with SPF in it but in the summer I get dry and cracked lips and this Burt's Bees Lip Balm is my go to lip care choice! I use it all year round and I love their tinted lip balms as well! All around I would have to say Burt's Bees is my favorite skin care company.

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Have fun in the sun this summer!!!