Treat Yourself Tuesday

Linking up with my advo-buddy Becky over at Olives 'n' Wine for a Treat Yourself Tuesday post.

This past week has been a busy one (just like every other one). Being a mom it's hard to treat yourself but I managed to get a little of that in this week. Since it was my birthday a couple weeks ago, I had some extra spending money and where did I go??? LuLu of course =) I got myself a cute pair of shorts for this hot weather. Check them out. AND, they are reversible!

Along with my shorts, I also painted my toes (I know, boring) and treated myself to some york peppermint patties! =)

Treat Yourself Tuesday # 3

Hi Friends! Linking up with Becky at Olives 'n' Wine for a Treat Yourself Tuesday post. This past week was a treat in itself because my husband was between jobs so we got to have him home!!!! Of course, he had plenty of tax returns that he had to get out the door so he was stuck on his laptop most of the time, but it was still nice to have lunch with him and just see him, lol! On Thursday of last week, we got to go to lunch with some of his colleagues to one of my favorite places, Agora!!!!! It is a Brazilian Steakhouse.... Have you ever been to one?? This place is so good and soo nice. I got to eat everything from sausage to bacon wrapped filet, to chicken hearts (except I didn't eat these!). And did I mention they have the BEST cheese filled rolls? Oh man, I'm drooling just thinking about it. We had the buffet which includes all the side dishes/salads/extras that you want, and then men dressed as gauchos come around to your table with skewers of meat for you to try! It is quite the experience. I HIGHLY recommend this place to anyone who enjoys eating meat (or anyone who has a husband that enjoys meat). Go try it and thank me later. =)

The hubby and I got to go shopping together WITHOUT the kids on Sunday.... this was a treat in itself! Since my hubby started a new job yesterday, he wanted to buy a new wardrobe, literally! So I helped him buy new dress shirts & new work shoes. Can I just say that I thought I had expensive taste until he tried on two different styled Hugo Boss shirts and told me one of them was "cheap feeling"!!!! We both laughed at how ridiculous of a statement that was. When we were at the mall, I made a lot of returns (one of my new hobbies, sorry Nordstrom & Macy's) & treated myself to a new shirt! Here is a picture of what the back look likes and here is a picture of the front on me. Love this shirt!

Lastly, I treated myself to another 24-Day Challenge!!! I am going to be starting on April 7th with a bunch of mommy friends (and tons of others) in a group challenge. I'm so excited!! I did my first challenge back in January and had some great results that I wanted to do another one to get back in the swing of things 100%. Currently, I try and eat clean about 80% of my time, but I can't wait to be back on a challenge. It is so much fun for some reason.... sticking to a plan and CHALLENGING MYSELF to prove I do have will-power and I can eat healthy (and see results!). If you are interested in learning about the challenge, send me an email or you can click here to purchase your 24 day challenge bundle! I will be notified of your purchase and send you an invite to join our Facebook group which is the only way I'm able to stay on track! We all share clean recipes, meal plans, workouts and just a whole bunch of support and encouragement! Here is a picture of my AdvoCare products.

Treat Yourself Tuesday # 2

Linking up with Becky over at Olives 'n' Wine for a Treat Yourself Tuesday post! I am going to keep it short and simple, with photos of course! =)

 





On Saturday night, the hubby and I went to Surf & Sand Resort down in Laguna Beach and enjoyed some drinks and a beautiful sunset with friends! It was such a fun night out, great atmosphere, good company, and yummy food & drinks!!

I got to experience a really good sushi place this week with some of my neighbor friends! For those of you that are local, it's called Yama Sushi and sits right on the Mission Viejo Lake. It was gorgeous, however, we didn't get there until after sunset, so I'm sure it would be even more gorgeous during the day! I will have to go again and take the hubby!

Fresh hand-picked roses!!! I snagged these last week and they bloomed recently and this is what they look like. Instant beautifulness added to my bathroom - I love it!

Happy Tuesday friends!

Treat Yourself Tuesday # 1

Hi friends!! This is my first time linking up with Becky, over at Olives ‘n’ Wine, for a Treat Yourself Tuesday post. Now being a stay at home mommy on a budget, I wouldn't normally have several options of ideas for a TYT, however, it is my birthday on Wednesday so I have done a little extra ‘treating’ than normal. =)

First off, what is with this ridiculous 85 degree weather in March?! I mean, seriously?? It’s insane and I’m not sure if I like it. So on Saturday, my sister and I decided to go outside and get some sun and walk around Fashion Island with the kids. While we were there, I snagged a bargain on these sunglasses (yes that is me being a dork and posing INSIDE for you all to see my new shades) and I LOVE them. I love the round shape, the black tinted shades, and the delicate silver-lined arm (is that even the right word to use?). Can I admit I bought them from a cart, for $15!!!?

Here is a picture of me and my littlest one on the trolley at Fashion Island. Notice something different about me? How about the fact that my hair is ACTUALLY down because I was able to style it since I GOT A HAIRCUT. That was a huge treat for myself…. I needed one really bad!

On Sunday, I went to a friend’s Stella & Dot jewelry party. It was so much fun and great to get away from my kids for a couple hours – don’t take that the wrong way, but I am always with my kids & totally deserved a break. =) Here are a couple pictures of my jewels I fell in love with. I think the necklaces are going to have to wait a bit to be purchased, but which of the bracelet(s) are your favorite? I need your help to decide which ones I should get myself for my birthday! Hehe

 

Lastly, how do you like my new page?!?! My blog also got a little TYT action. ;) I am just a tad obsessed with it.

There you have it; I definitely went above and beyond to treat myself this week. Please don’t think this is a normal week for me – because it’s not. =)

Happy Tuesday everybody & thanks Becky for the link-up!!