wear it Wednesday...sweater weather

we had a very long, beautiful, warm fall here in Utah. winter is here and so is the season of layers and sweaters and scarves-all things I love. 

Nordstrom sweater, old navy top, Joe's jeans, DSW booties, gifted scarf 

 

 

 

 

beauty time Tuesday

Living in Utah means cold winters which also means very dry lips and hands. I use hand sanitizer every hour all day long at work so my hands get even more dry. Being in and out of the cold all day doesn't help either. I am constantly looking for the best remedy for dry lips and skin. I've been meaning to try lanolin for a couple of years and finally did. I'm a little afraid to jinx it, but so far it's the perfect solution for my lips. It doesn't seem to be working for my hands though. Does anyone have any other good suggestions?

 

what i'm listening to

i love christmas music! i listen to it as much as possible during the holiday season, but i also listen to it throughout the year. i always have a song or two on my gym/running playlist. i get pretty excited when the christmas songs shuffle through. recently i find myself really liking instrumental christmas music. it's great in the background.

i love the piano guys christmas in the background on pandora.

i recently discovered baby nephi. the christmas album was designed as lullabies for children, but i love it too. it's very relaxing. it can be found anywhere music is sold.

i enjoy listening to the music, but it would also make a great gift for the very young child on your list.

i will always love n sync christmas. i'm enjoying pentatonix this year. what are some of your faves?

this post was sponsored by baby nephi. all opinions are my own.

beauty time Tuesday-November empties

Most of the products I emptied in November are products I use and empty regularly. They are staple products and things I will definitely buy again. 

Bath and Body Works lotion

Degree spray deodorant (I use this for deodorant and also on my feet when I wear no socks. I've talked about this before. It's the best.)

Batiste tropical scent dry shampoo

Clinique toner

Clinique eye cream 

Johnson and Johnson baby shampoo for washing makeup brushes-I'm not sold on this. I need to keep looking for the perfect thing to clean my brushes. 

Intuition razor refill 

Mary Kay lash love mascara

Clinique chubby lash

Clinique high impact mascara

Clinique chubby stick eye shadow

Mary Kay satin lips gloss-I liked but didn't love this. I probably won't buy it again. 

 

one little word: december goals

does anyone else feel like 2016 has been the fastest year of your life? i can't even believe we are at the end of the year already. i have in pretty serious denial about it. even though christmas is everywhere, in my mind it is still summer. the weather is starting to convince me otherwise, but the whole time thing is throwing me off. believe it or not, here we are at the very last month of 2016. i have less than a month of my focus to be still. it has been to focus on slowing down a little this year. i will have a full recap next month, but overall i feel really good about choosing still as my word for 2016.

yearly goals to be still

1. morning and night quiet time-i continue to do ok with this goal. i use my drive to the gym in the morning to try to set the tone for the day. i try to keep to positive thoughts and preparation for the day. my quiet time at night is pretty short but better than in the past.

2. attend the temple monthly-i went to the salt lake temple one evening. i was too late to do any ordinances. i had a lot on my mind so i sat in the visitor's center and enjoyed the peace and quiet

3. color once a week-not a goal anymore

4. prayer book-keep list of people i need to remember to pray for-i have the list. i have added to it a few times

November goals
1. finish listening to general conference-almost
2. write 3 things i am thankful for each day-i did pretty well with this. i set an alarm in my phone. this is a goal i want to continue.
3. continue csatt fitness goals (the 30 day challenges do not line up with the calendar months. i always have monthly goals with that.)-doing well

December goals
1. finish Christmas cards by December 11
2. participate in #lighttheworld campaign throughout the month
3. continue csatt fitness goals

how are your goals? did you pick one little word for the year? link up with us below.

beauty time Tuesday-#noshavewave

Anyone who knows me very well knows how obsessed I am with laser hair removal. I love silky smooth skin, but who wants to shave all the time?!? Laser is great, but it can get expensive. It's definitely not convenient. I recently discovered silk 'n. I have heard of at home treatment options for years and finally decided to try it. It's so easy to use. I have only used it a couple of times, but so far I love it. It takes several treatments to notice results, and I am so excited to continue to use it. I spend a lot of time shaving every single day. The thought of not shaving anymore makes me so excited. This is quick and easy and I don't have to spend hours in an office getting touch ups. I can't wait until I finish all the recommended treatments.

I've teamed up with silk n' to offer you a discount through the end of the year. Use code SILKNTALK for a 15% discount. 

**i received this product for testing. all opinions are my own.

foodie Friday-apple cinnamon overnight oats

Does anyone else struggle a little with breakfast? I'm usually rushing out the door to get to work, and I need something I can eat in my car. Overnight oats have been the perfect solution. They're simple to make. They are good for 3-4 days, and they're easy to eat in the car. 

I made pumpkin overnight oats several weeks ago. To say they were a fail is a major understatement. They were not good at all. I like berry flavors but it's hard to find fresh berries this time of year. Last week I tried something completely different, and it was so delicious. The recipe is a list of ingredients. Layer each ingredient in a 4 oz mason jar, shake, refrigerate, and eat. 

Do you make overnight oats? Or any other quick breakfast?

 

 

Thankful

I love the month of November and the additional focus on gratitude. There is so much to be thankful for. Today and everyday I am have so much gratitude for my life. Although it is nothing like I ever expected, I am very blessed. My heart is full as I celebrate all I have to be thankful for. 

Family

Friends old and new

Strong healthy body

Job I love

Beauty all around 

And so much more! I feel especially thankful today for the life I have-a life very different than I ever expected but nonetheless a very beautiful life. My heart is full. 

 

unblogged bloggables-karlee's baptism

the whole reason for the california trip was karlee's baptism. it was the perfect day, and we were all so happy to be there. 

entry table in the foyer-baptism pictures, blessing picture, scriptures, flowers

karlee and jeff before the baptism

refreshments-fruit, vegetable tray, cheese and crackers, cookies, cupcakes

karlee with grandma and grandpa vocana

karlee with my parents

karlee's baptism was such a special day. i'm so happy i was able to be there.

unblogged bloggables-california trip

i got pretty behind with blogging this summer/fall. i'm going to spend the next few weeks trying to get caught up on everything.

over the summer my parents and i went to california and jordan came up from LA for karlee's baptism. it was a quicker trip than i usually take. we spent time with the kids, visited yosemite, had the baptism, and enjoyed our quick trip. 

the kids did pop its, rode bikes/rollerblades, jumped on the tramp, and blew bubbles. we had a great time, and it was so good to spend time with family.