One of the biggest game-changers for my financial life is learning how to budget and meal plan. Brett and I were spending SO MUCH MONEY on food and […]
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5 SELF CARE TIPS- THRIVE IN YOUR 30’S
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MyAgeBeautiful #CollectiveBias I feel like my 29th year on earth […]
REFIGERATOR TOUR & GROCERY HAUL – 12/10-16
This was probably a bit of a strange month to begin these hauls, but here I am! Last week, I mentioned that I wasn’t purchasing a lot […]
MY PCOS PREGNANCY JOURNEY (VIDEO)
Over on my YouTube, I have discussed a lot about my weight loss surgery. I made it very well-known that I was doing everything I had done […]
$25 1 Week Aldi Haul & Grocery Plan – 12/3-9
I love watching people buy groceries on YouTube. It’s shameful, really. I figured I would start filming my grocery hauls since they are my favorite kind of […]
Our NICU Experience
Having a baby in the NICU was one of the hardest things I’ve ever gone through in my life. Scratch that- I will say it was THE […]
CLARA ELLIOTT – BIRTH STORY
My pregnancy was really easy. I didn’t have morning sickness, I didn’t gain a ton of weight, I didn’t have swelling, wasn’t too uncomfortable, and that all […]
“FALL” BACK INTO BLOGGING – PLUS SIZE FALL STYLE
Imagine going months and months without doing outfit photos because you can’t fit into your pants. I was literally wearing the same 3 dresses throughout the last […]
OH, HONEY… MY BABY SHOWER
My baby shower was a few months ago now, but I really wanted to share it with you guys! I loved having my closest friends and family all […]
5 EASY FREEZER MEALS – MARINADES
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and Mazola. All opinions are mine alone. #MakeItMazola #simpleswap #CollectiveBias For this post, I am partnering with one […]
FANCY DINING WITH MY FAVE FELINES
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #DineALaCat #CollectiveBias When it comes to most things in life, […]
PCOS AWARENESS MONTH ROUND-UP (UPDATED)
Happy PCOS Awareness Month! I say happy with a bit of disdain, but I am glad there is a month dedicated to bringing awareness to something that has […]
INDY LOCAL: ELLE BELLE BOUTIQUE (PLUS SIZES)
COLD SHOULDER FLORAL SHIRT I am pretty particular about my style. I am arguably “boring” (which I love) and tend to stick toward more modern, minimalist styles, […]
INDY SALT CAVE
A few weeks back, I had the opportunity to visit the Indy Salt Cave with some of my faves. (A huge thank you to Indianapolis Salt Cave for […]
HOW TO PICK THE BEST PRODUCTS FOR YOUR BABY
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #GetJohnsonsBaby #ChooseGentle #CollectiveBias I’m in full-on planning to be a […]
SURF, TURF, & TABLESCAPE
Welcome to the second look at our weekend at Lake Wawasee: Surf, Turf, & Tablescape! If you didn’t see my Lunch at Lake Wawasee post yet, you can […]
WHY WE HAVEN’T STARTED OUR NURSERY YET
WE HAVEN’T STARTED OUR NURSERY WITH 10 WEEKS TO GO…HERE’S WHY This post is anything but glamorous. I tell you, since we have begun our debt-free journey, […]
LUNCH AT LAKE WAWASEE
Welcome to the first look at our weekend at Lake Wawasee: Lunch at the Lake! This post is in collaboration with Moody’s Butcher Shop and Caskata Tableware. Special […]
EASY FOR SUMMER TO FALL #LOVEWHATYOUWEAR
You still have a chance to enter the Woman Within’s #LOVEWHATYOUWEAR sweepstakes to win a trip to Belize or one of 10 $500 gift cards! Just share your […]
3RD TRIMESTER PREGNANCY UPDATE
PCOS, POST-WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY PREGNANCY 28 WEEK UPDATE Can you guys even believe where my life has gone in the last few years of my life? I […]
DRESS FOR EVERYTHING #LOVEWHATYOUWEAR
I floated through this weekend with minimal plans, but had an amazing time! I even woke up EXTRA early to go with my husband to take his […]
6 Things to Keep You Healthy During Pregnancy
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #NatureMadePrenatalDHA #CollectiveBias When it comes to pregnancy, we are all […]
Plus Size Activewear with Dia & Co. #FITTOTHRIVE
I’m a huuuuge lover of activewear and loungewear. From the time I get home, until I am forced to go into work, I am wearing one or […]
Win a Trip to Belize from Woman Within #LOVEWHATYOUWEAR
The first of three outfits from Woman Within I’m sharing is this SUPER fun jumpsuit. (I got it in black, but they also have navy and copper- […]
SCHOOL CAFETERIA BREAKFAST PIZZA BAGELS
After months of having scrambled eggs alone for breakfast, I decided to mix things up for meals. I ventured into breakfast burritos, breakfast sandwiches, and now breakfast pizza […]
Blogger Babes & Perfecting My Soccer Mom Look
theprettyplus.com/…/how-to-build-a-chill-outfit-plus-size-outfit Don’t mind me. Just practicing my soccer mom look! I’m 24 weeks today and ready for baby girl to come at ANY MOMENT. I’ll give you a […]
IT’S OKAY TO PRESS PAUSE – My Thoughts on Social Media
I realize that I share SO MUCH of myself online, but I haven’t yet shared my feelings on being overwhelmed by the task of posting on social media! […]
IT’S OK TO BE UN-SEXY
Ever since I could remember, I hated the word SEXY. I am not exactly sure why or where it came from, but I’ve come to terms with […]
First Venture into Plus Size Maternity Wear
I’m almost exactly to the halfway point in my pregnancy, and I have not gained any weight. *Serious rejoicing!* Of course, I haven’t been sure what to expect, […]
My PCOS Pregnancy Story
If you don’t follow my social media accounts, then you may not know, but I have just announced that I AM PREGNANT! I am dying with excitement and […]
10 Ways to Cut the Crap and Maximize Your Life
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #FreeandCleanLiving #CollectiveBias I’ve been working on cutting the crap in […]
SPRING STYLE SHAKE UP- 5 STEPS TO A BRIGHTER SPRING YOU
This shop has been compensated by Schwarzkopf. #FashionColorExpert #sponsored Spring is the perfect time to shake up your style! Gaining a brighter you for the new season […]
HOW TO CREATE THE PERFECT DAY TRIP VIBE
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #FlavoredFrozenFun #Froster #CollectiveBias My choice of vacation is USUALLY a […]
FANCY DATE NIGHT BLUES
Sometimes, I can get fancied up. I can put on my favorite black dress, some heels, and head to a nice dinner with my husband. I’m not […]
MY [MUCH TOO] OVERSIZED SWEATER OBSESH – PSOOTD
When I bought this sweater from ASOS, it was very oversized, so I was planning on sending it back. I went online to order a smaller size, […]
Quick & Easy Dinner- Taco Sheet Pan Chicken
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and Mazola® Corn Oil. All opinions are mine alone. #SimpleSwap #CollectiveBias Can we all band together and […]
BRING ON THE RAIN – Plus Size OOTD
SPRING is coming, and to be honest, I couldn’t be MORE ready. Bring on the rain, because this freezing cold back and forth is just a bummer. I’ve […]
HOW TO BUILD A CHILL OUTFIT – PLUS SIZE OUTFIT
Sometimes, you take photos and get ONE shot of yourself wearing a plus size outfit you think is badass and call it a day. I would love […]
DIY Cat House – Easy & Cheap!
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #NutrishForCats #NutrishPets #CollectiveBias Cats are the best, right? I find […]
Oscars-Themed Party & The Gifted Gown
I can be real with you all, right? I’ve never cared about the Oscars for “The Oscars.” I’ve only cared to see all the gorgeous outfits! So when […]
AFTERNOON TEA & THE PERFECT MIDI
When your one of your blog besties invites you to tea, you pull out a floral dress that matches the teacups! I had just purchased this dress […]
TOP 5 CURRENT SKINCARE FAVORITES
This post is sponsored by ZAPZYT and the PRIMP network, but all of the opinions are my own. I’ve said it before, and I will say it […]
1 Year Post-Op VSG- My Surgiversary + Before/After Photos
It’s been a year. A whole year since I was cut open and 70-80% of my stomach was removed. It’s a pretty crazy thing, if you think about […]
THIS SWEATER WILL AGE WITH GRACE – PSOOTD
If you’re ever sitting around wondering what one of my biggest purchase regrets is…it’s not this sweater. It should be, since I paid like $200 for it. That’s […]
MY 5 MINUTE WAVES + HAIR REPAIR TIPS
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CollectiveBias #SchwarzkopfGliss #blissofGliss Please read on to see how I get […]
MOTO JACKET DUPE DREAMS – Plus Size OOTD
Do you guys remember when I did a dressing room try on post a few months back? I went into Nordstrom and FELL IN LOVE with an Eileen […]
ALDI HACKS (Video)
Falling in line with my Aldi (obsession) series, I have compiled some of my favorite Aldi HACKS for you to check out. Watch the video below to […]
2018 FITNESS GOALS & PLUS SIZE HIIT WORKOUT
A new year, a fresh start– I THRIVE on stuff like this. I mean, I am the kind of girl who runs on 3 different planners just because […]
CHUNKY GUACAMOLE FOR TACO TUESDAY
HAPPY TACO TUESDAY! Can we even call it Taco Tuesday if we don’t top it off with Guacamole? I made a delicious chunky guacamole, my go-to recipe, and […]
WHAT IS ALDI? Secrets & Tips for Your First Visit (Video)
I have posted a new video about one of the most magical places in the land….ALDI! I am a huge fan and have a few videos coming up […]
Winter Skin Tips Featuring PMD Personal Microderm
This post is in collaboration with PMD Beauty and the PRIMP Network, but all opinions are my own. Winter skin is the bane of my existence. I […]
January No-Spend – $20/week Grocery Budget for 2
Yeah, I am back at it again with weird money-saving tactics! It’s a new year, a fresh start, and I’ve cleaned out everything in my home. I […]
PERFECTING MY POUT W/ PMD KISS
This post is in collaboration with PMD Beauty and the PRIMP Network, but all opinions are my own. I’ve never been told I have thin lips, so […]
FANCY FOR NO REASON – PLUS SIZE FASHION
‘Tis the season for everyone to get dressed up, go out, party it up, and have a gay old time. But here’s my truth. I am doing nothing. […]
HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR QUALITY CLOTHING
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MembersMarkDetergent #CollectiveBias I’ve been working on switching my wardrobe […]
5 Ways to Ring in the New Year Mindset + Iced Honey Latte Recipe
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #DonVictorHoney #HappyHealthyHoney #CollectiveBias While everyone around me is so sad […]
4 INGREDIENT TACO MEATBALLS – KETO, LOW CARB
I’ve been toying around with recipes A LOT lately, and I haven’t been sharing too much because I am trying to write a book. The basis for […]
PLAID IS A COLOR, RIGHT? – PLUS SIZE OOTD
I don’t frequent many colors, as you all know. Although, as I am typing this, I am wearing the most amazing, way too over-sized pink, green, white […]
THE TRUTH ABOUT MY BUDGET – DEBT FREE JOURNEY
The big truth behind my budget is one that we can probably all relate to. I was making pretty good money, but I wasn’t getting anywhere. I was […]
HOW TO BUILD THE PERFECT COUPLES PLAYLIST
‘Tis the season for roadtrips! How many of you guys travel to see family during the holidays? Well, my husband and I travel to Cleveland, which is […]