Happy 38th Birthday To Me!!!

Hi there!

Saturday was my birthday. My husband asked me what I wanted for my birthday. He didn't believe me when I told him all I wanted was a night off from parenting. But that's really what I wanted.

I just wanted a night where I got to go to bed when I wanted to, not based on when my kids went to sleep. I wanted to not have a kid in my bed. And I wanted to wake up naturally, not by an alarm or a kid hitting me in the face.

And I got exactly what I wanted!

My mom came over around 4 and we took off around 4:45 to get to our 5:30 reservation at my favorite restaurant, Ruth's Chris. My dinner was delicious as always, and I maaaaay have gotten a little tipsy. 

This dress from Inavie Boutique is so freaking cool!!! I wore this when it was provided by Inavie as an option for a SpeedBlogging event I took part in a few weeks ago. But once I put it on, I just HAD to have it for my birthday! Amanda, the owner, sent me a brand new one straight to my door the next day. I LOVE IT!!!

We were supposed to go to a casino, but instead we got pie from Baker's Square and went straight to our hotel and ate pie in bed and went to sleep by 11pm. And that was perfect! I woke up at 8am (which was actually 9am because it was also Daylight Savings) and we lounged in bed until 10 before we went to breakfast.

Breakfast was gross. But that's ok. I wasn't hungry anyway.

We headed to the Google Home event, which you can read about HERE, before we headed home to spend the rest of the day with our kids and family.

I've been trying to wear this kimono from BooHoo, but I wasn't able to style it with jeans. I decided to wear it with these WhoWhatWear STIRRUPS!!! Can you believe STIRRUPS are back??? I'm kind of obsessed with them!

Pizza and cake for dinner with my fam was fun. But after tomorrow, I SWEAR I won't be eating like this anymore!!!

And my birthday weekend will be perfectly complete after watching the Season Premier of The Real Housewives of Atlanta with the return of NENE AND KIM!!! I can't wait!!!!

Thanks to everyone who wished me a happy birthday by phone call, text message or social media. I appreciate it a lot!!!

Until next time,

xoxo

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Google Home Mini Event!

Hi there,

Today there was a cool event happening downtown for the launch of Google's new Google Home Mini. I was able to go and claim a new Google Home Mini for my family and I'm so excited!

I previously reviewed Google Home when they released their 'New Parents e-Book'. And, for real, ever since we got Google, we use it Every.Single.Day. My kids ask it questions constantly and I'm always blasting music on it. I grabbed this new mini with the idea of putting it upstairs in our house. Our original is in the kitchen. My kids are going to be so excited to have another one!

The event is set up like a donut shop - because Mini is the size of a donut. Yes, it's that small! It comes in 3 colors - red, grey or black. I got grey. The line was pretty long, but thankfully I was able to bypass that thanks to blogger perks! But once it's your turn to go into the donut shop, you ask Google a question and after she answers it, you will get a surprise in a box - either 2 delicious donuts, or a Google Home Mini!

I went with my husband and we got one of each! There is no guarantee you will walk out with a Google Home, but a 50/50 chance may be worth it if you really want this technology in your home.

So check it out if you have time!!! It's running today and tomorrow (11/5 and 11/6) from 10am-6pm at 435 N Michigan Ave, in the common area between the Tribune Tower and the River. If you go and get one, let me know!!!

Until next time,

xoxo

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Things That Happened Before the DVF Fashion Show

Hi there!

So yesterday was an interesting day. Some good stuff. Some not so good stuff. Here's the rundown.

My washing machine is broken, so I had to go to the laundr-o-mat for the first time in like 10 years.

I'll be honest - it was kind of painless. Using 5 washing machines at once is pretty convenient!

I left my car running on a major street accidentally. I was a few minutes late, so I ran out, thinking I'd turned it off and locked it. Only to come back 10 minutes later, from 2 blocks away, to find out it was still on and completely unlocked. Lucky for me it was still there when I got back!!!

I picked #3 up from school and his teacher informed me that he said F!@# and another kid repeated him. So, that was embarrassing.

The DVF Models

I spent over an hour in an Uber trying to get downtown. Rain is the worst. But I made it on time, technically! But my nerves got the better of me and instead of going straight to the event I was there for - A Diane Von Furstenburg shopping event and fashion show - I hid out in the bathroom on a different floor for about 15 minutes because I was too afraid to go into the party alone. That's me - shy and completely ridiculous!

 DVF Chief Creative Director Jonathan Saunders

The fashion show was fun! There were some really cute pieces. I didn't take many photos - I mostly shot InstaStories on Instagram. So check those out for another 10-ish hours before they disappear!

Dinner at Gibson Italia was fun with friends. There was a lot of talk of poop and dicks. Per usual LOL!

I have been dying to wear this vest from H by Halston that I got on Zulily. It's super affordable to get one for yourself!!!

Until next time,

xoxo

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Boo(Hoo)!!! It's Halloween!

Hi there!

Just wanted to share my Halloween shenanigans with you all :)

The last 2 years we have done a family costume.

 2016

2015

But this year, #1 refused to participate. He wanted to be Jay, the Blue Ninja from Ninjago. 

That's ok. I want him to be happy on Halloween.

#2 decided to be Lego Batgirl. These costumes are really awesome and I am now super happy they chose them. The masks make them look just like the movies!!!

#3 is obsessed with Paw Patrol and when he saw this Chase costume, that was it. Nothing else would be considered.  

So I had to figure somethiilng out for myself. I already had this bodysuit from Boohoo hanging in my room and my #1 saw it and told me my costume was a skelton. So, here you go!

I did my makeup in the car on the way to pick up the kids from school so it's sloppy, but whatevs! It's done!

I had pics taken in the other body suit linked below but haven't gotten them back yet. I'll update this post and share on Instagram when I get them!

I hope everyone has a great time Trick or Treating tonight!!! It's cold here in Chicago so stay warm!!!

Until next time,

xoxo

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The Rebecca Minkoff Sample Sale is a MUST!

Hi there!

My first Rebecca Minkoff purchase! 

(Linked bag is similar, not identical)

I'll be honest - I was never interested in Rebecca Minkoff bags. I was kind of a luxury snob and if it doesn't come from Chanel, Celine or even Louis Vuitton, then I didn't want it.

But that changed when I actually walked into a Rebecca Minkoff boutique. I went to support an event that the girls of Once Upon a Dollhouse were hosting. But I never thought I'd actually buy anything!!!

But then I did. And I get SO MANY compliments on the bag I bought there. So now, I'm obsessed with Rebecca Minkoff and am dying over their Online Sample Sale right now! So below, I'm just going to link some of my favorites that are currently available during the sale. But hurry! It ends on Sunday (10/29)!!!

Can't afford Chloe? Here's your alternative!

Small Vanity Saddle

Want a Boy Bag, but Chanel isn't in the budget? Here you go!

Geo Quilted Love Crossbody Bag

Chevron Quilted Love Crossbody Bag

Geo Quilted Love Crossbody

Glitter Love Crossbody

Geo Quilted Love Crossbody

Dying for Balenciaga, like me? (I just haven't found the right one yet!) Try this.

Mini 5 Zip Crossbody 

Micro Regan Satchel

Mini MAC Satchel

This Satchel is gorgeous!

Jules Satchel

I love the crossbodies!

Avery CrossBody

Quilted Mini MAC Crossbody

I love the zipper detail on this clutch!

Striped Leo Clutch

And LISTEN! There are shoes, clothes and jewelry too!!!

Bryce Bootie

We're going ton vacation in a few weeks, so I think I need this.

Morongo Dress

I'm going to stop, because this is getting kind of insane and I'm sure you get the point! So, if you're looking for some good deals, SHOP THIS SALE ASAP!!!

Until next time,

xoxo,

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