Another move!

I've moved my blog again! Sorry for all the changes, but I needed to change email addresses; so I had to create a new blog. Come visit me at:

southernstepmomma.blogspot.com

Thanks!

Where has the year gone?!

I can't believe it's been over a year since I blogged last! Time has flown by and many changes have occurred! New house, new boat, growing kids, etc., etc. Tons to share! Of course, this would require me to actually load pictures onto my computer. I'll save that for another time!

Birthday surprise for my husband!

Yesterday morning I woke my husband up with an early present for his birthday! I handed him a brand new pair of boat shoes; he'd need them for our day on a boat! Of course, since we are house hunting, I couldn't buy him a boat, but he was perfectly happy with a rental for the day! The weather was gorgeous and we had an amazing time!

Top 2 Tuesday

Top 2 Healthy Recipes and Snack ideas


1. Lavish Dark Chocolate Oatmeal by Better Oats- this is my go-to late night snack if I'm really hungry and craving sweets!

2. Sneaky PB Banana Smoothie


Ingredients:
1 cup Almond Milk
2 tbsp natural peanut butter
1 medium sized banana
1 large handful of raw baby spinach
1 scoop whey protein powder


Blend until smooth and enjoy! You won't even taste or see the spinach!

Time for an update

While I would love to update my blog for the few followers I may have, first I must clean off my desk so I can get to the keyboard! Mandy, would you like to offer your assistance?

Two of my favorite things!

So delicious! Perfect mix of sweet and salty!

I'm so hooked on this stuff, I've had 2-3 cups a day since I discovered it! Tastes wonderful with a splash of milk!

Therapy Thursday

Retail therapy, that is! I recently splurged on these boots. I have been looking at this style of wedge boots for almost two years, so I think I waited long enough! Of course, I have buyers remorse and feel guilty for spending almost $200 on a pair of boots. However, my husband reassured me that I made the right move; he loves them! And then there's me worrying that I won't have the right outfit to pair with them! Typical girl thoughts! But since I splurged on the boots, I'm thinking a pair of skinny cargos from Target or Old Navy would be a great match! Spend less on trendy pieces, spend reasonably on long-lasting items. So I'm off to the store to see what I can find!

I would also like to try wearing them with leggings and a sweater dress or heavy knit tights and a wool skirt, once it cools down a little more. Although, I'm not very adventurous with my style, I am trying to push myself outside of my comfort zone! Since the temps are finally going to be in the low 60s tomorrow, I'm going to wear these babies for the first time! That is, if I can decide on the right outfit!