01/23/2019
Kirsten’s name is one I have been hearing since before we made the move from Southern California to Texas. It was often times accompanied by phrases like “ethical fashion” and “female entrepreneur” and so my ears always perked up. Read on for the amazing story of Kristen and her fashion brand Raven and Lily. Since the inception of Raven and Lily, a woman-led, sustainable, fair-trade jewelry, and accessories brand that Kirsten founded in 2008, she has worked to create a business that could both sustain … 
(This post is sponsored by Pantene Pro-V and their Intense Rescue Shots that just recently hit the shelves and have me obsessed! All thoughts, opinions, and copy are my own.) Let’s be honest, this is not my natural hair color. Honestly, I can’t even say that it’s “the color my hair was when I was a kid”. (People always say that, right?!) At the age of 16, though, I did discover that I loved a fresh set of highlights on my mousy brown locks. Was it that blondes have more fun? Was I already channeling then my future Los Angeles, … 
…And just like that, we’re back! If you’re a recent reader, this might be your first interaction with our Real Talk with Real Moms series, but if you have known your way around this site for some time you’re likely already familiar. This series started when Parker was less than a year old and I found myself thinking how useful it would be to be able to read a variety of perspectives from a variety of mothers on the same parenting topic. Basically what the group texts looked like with my mom friends, but in search friendly blog format. … 
This DIY Miraculous Ladybug Costume takes you from screentime to IRL play! Easy to make and so much fun to play in! This homemade costume will be their new favorite thing! Perfect for dress up at home, Halloween or fancy dress party. (This post and Ladybug Costume DIY is sponsored by Miraculous Ladybug, a television series featuring two Parisian teenagers, Marinette and Adrien, who transform into the superheroes Ladybug and Cat Noir to protect the city from supervillains.) In early November, with no warning at all, Parker woke up not … 
