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Halloween Costumes from Your Closet

If you’re reading this on 10/30 when it comes out, I have the perfect post for you! I’m sharing my easy Halloween Costumes from your closet! These looks will use pieces you probably have in your closet with accessories you can grab easily!

Halloween is truly my favorite holiday but as I get older you don’t really know if you’ll need a costume. Of course you don’t want to be stuck with nothing at the last second so this post is for that. These are affiliate links so I do make a small commission if you purchase!

Cat

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This is probably the easiest to throw together. Whether you’re going for black leggings, jeans or leather pants you definitely have the outfit to put this together. I’d pair any of those pants with a black long sleeve top and black boots. Grab a set of cat ears and add some whiskers with eyeliner and you’re good to go!

Princess

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I think this is another easy one but you might want to double check you have a dress that works for this. You can really do like a generic princess which means you really just need a flowy dress. Sundresses would work great for this but you might just need to layer up if you’re going trick or treating. The only real accessory you need is a crown!

Devil

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Unlike the other two, red is like the specific color you need to get this point across. You can use the same pair of black pants you used for the cat look but throw on some sort of red top for this. Maybe a red workout tank if you’re wearing leggings! Again, you can just pair this with a devil horn headband and you have the easiest look put together.

I hope these Halloween Costumes from your closet really gave you some inspo! Most of these pieces you already have in your closet so it should make putting together these looks easy! Let me know if you liked this post! You can check out more Halloween posts here!

My Favorite Health Supplements

As I’ve gotten older, I’ve started to take more supplements to support my overall health. I love seeing what other people take and thought this would be a beneficial post to put together of my favorite health supplements! I’m obviously not a doctor so this is just what has worked for me!

Always consult with your doctor before you start any new supplements!! Some of these are affiliate links so I do make a small commission if you decide to purchase them from me.

Seed Probiotic

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favorite health supplements

The Seed probiotic has truly been life changing for me. I’ve been a girl with stomach issues my entire life and I truly started to find relief around the time I started taking this. This seriously does wonders for my digestion as I don’t deal with bloating much anymore. I also cut out dairy around this time so that could factor into it but I love this. It’ll be 2 years in December of taking this and I am still seeing the benefits.

Olly Women’s Multi Vitamin

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favorite health supplements

I don’t know what it is with these but I seriously have never had hair and nail growth quite like this. These are great to take nightly right before bed and I swear they really work. I used to have almost no hair or nail growth but because these have biotin and folic acid they really work great. Not to mention, they really taste great so I can’t complain about these gummies.

These are actually the only two supplements that I take consistently. I have noticed such a difference in even my skin after taking these so I definitely recommend giving them a try if you are in need of new supplements.

I hope my favorite health supplements inspire you to start making small changes for your health to get in in check!

Fall Loungewear I’m Obsessed With!

The temperatures are finally cooling down and I’m stocking up on all my fall loungewear. I am the unofficial queen of sweatsuits as they are my go to for sleeping, going out, and even working from home. Sweatsuits are the matching sets you need to feel like you can conquer the world.

As always these are affiliate links so I make a small commission if you purchase through them. I know you’ll seriously love these pieces as much as I do!

Aritzia

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This is truly my go to hoodie. I like to size up to a Medium or Large so that it’s super oversized. The quality of the Aritzia pieces is truly unmatched and I just love it! I also like that their pieces perfectly match all styles of tops and bottoms so that you can mix and match.

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fall loungewear

Hands down these are my most favorite sweatpants. They are incredibly flattering on someone like me who is curvier. I find that sweats are often just too baggy and oversized but these are literally perfect for me. I just stocked up this season and I’m really loving the cool grey color pictured above!

White Fox

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This is a new brand to me but I’ve been seeing these sets everywhere. I was drawn to this pink color because I feel like it’s so fun for fall and winter as a pop of color. The quality of this set is great and I’m actually interested in trying out a few other pieces by White Fox. Let me know if you’d like a full review!

Skims

fall loungewear

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I couldn’t talk about my favorite loungewear pieces without mentioning this tank. This has become the staple sleep shirt in my rotation. I have this in pretty much every color and I wear it literally every night. It’s really the perfect tank to take from lounge at home to out and about running errands!

I hope this post satisfies your fall loungewear inspo! For me it’s cute sweatsuits and sometimes leggings that I can rotate in! I love these cozier pieces as the weather cools because you get to be really comfy but don’t compromise looking put together.

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My Salmon Bites Recipe!

I’m sharing a quick a delicious salmon bites recipe that will have you adding it to your weekly rotation! I use these salmon bites in a delicious bowl that seriously takes about 25 minutes tops! This has become my go to Monday meal because I’m obssessed!

This post contains a few affiliate links for some of the kitchen items I mention! As always I make a small commission if you purchase through me but no pressure! I hope you love this yummy recipe as much as I do!

salmon bites recipe

Ingredients

1 pound salmon (cubed & skinned)

4 tbsp soy sauce

2 tbsp rice vinegar

1 tsp honey

2 tbsp sriracha (add more or less depending on how spicy you like)

1 tbsp minced garlic

1 drizzle sesame oil

air fryer & parchment paper

Optional add ons: white rice, cucumbers, carrots, & sesame seeds

Directions:

  1. Start by taking the skin off your salmon. With a sharp knife, carefully remove the skin as if you were cutting thin chicken cutlets. Cube the salmon and set aside.
  2. Assemble your marinade by whisking together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, garlic & sesame oil. Add in the salmon and marinate for at least 20 minutes. (I prep before hand so I set if for like 2 hours)
  3. Place parchment paper or parchment paper liner in your air fyer and add salmon. Cook on 400 degrees for 9 minutes, flipping salmon over halfway through for maximum crisp!
  4. Serve with rice, cucumber and carrots !

I just started making a little extra sauce and putting it to the side to save as a top drizzle. You should not use any extra marinade from the raw salmon because that can make you sick.

I love this salmon bites recipe because it’s really a great twist on my Crispy Salmon Recipe here! It really levels up your dinner and makes everything taste better!

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The Great Alone Book Review!

I can hardly believe this is my first October post for the month! I have finally surpassed 50 books this year goal and I am so excited to share one of my favorite reads of the summer with you! The Great Alone book review by Kristin Hannah was such a great read and one that I often find myself thinking about, even today!

This is a historical fiction read, which we all know is one of my favorite reads. I devour books like this, even with a page count of 549 because of how interesting the read is. This post has an affiliate link to shop for the book but as always, there’s no pressure to purchase!

The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah

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the great alone book review

This book follows the Allbright family as they navigate very big life changes. Leni, their daughter is forced to move with the family to an extremely remote part of Alaska. Mom Cora will do anything for her husband Ernt, even though he’s working through PTSD and is extremely abusive towards her.

Once they move to Alaska things only get harder as they realize life up there is rough. It’s essentially a full time job just prepping for Winter in order to stay alive. The community around them welcomes them with open arms but Ernt still struggles with his mental health.

I found myself captivated by what life would be like up in a remote part of Alaska. They had no running water in the house so they’d have to collect and boil water for cooking. It’s such a different way of living that I’m not sure I would survive.

We read as Leni starts to grow up and move into her teen years. Navigating being a girl is hard enough but with a toxic home life and just the harshness of Alaska, you find yourself routing for her to make it through.

With really tough topics, like domestic abuse, this book does need a trigger warning. If you are able to get passed that, the themes of community and resilience are popping off the pages. We read as Leni falls in love for the first time and has to battle her father who is very much against it.

I loved this book because you route for Leni and her mom on every page. Kristin Hannah really gives you insight into toxic relationships but finishes off the story with an ending that makes you feel warm and fuzzy and so incredibly proud and happy for Leni.

Final Thoughts

I’ve reviewed another book by Kristin Hannah, The Nightingale which I absolutely loved! It’s safe to say for me Kristin Hannah has really become one of my top author’s! She writes so beautifully that you really become transported back to the time period the book is in.

I also recently read Four Winds and if you’d like a book review on that let me know! I’d give The Great Alone Book Review a 4.25/5 and would consider it a must read! Be sure to check out my other book reviews here!

My Viral Chrome Nail Tutorial!

It has been a hot minute since I’ve done a nail tutorial! I am obsessed with this viral chrome nail tutorial that is a take on the Hailey Bieber nails! Mine are done differently because I prefer the powder gel to the uv so I’m going to share my version!

If you are looking to set up your at home nail kit, read this post here so you can get all the goods to get started! I am by no means a professional nail artist but I took up this hobby during the pandemic and honestly just stuck with it!

chrome nail tutorial

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Directions:

  1. I have an electric nail file that I use to prep my nails but you can just take a file to file and buff them out.
  2. Take your gel base and apply a thin layer then dip your finger into the translucent powder at a 45 degree angle.
  3. Continue this process about 2-3 times depending on your desired opacity.
  4. Coat nails in activator then file them down to smooth and even out.
  5. Apply one coat of the gel top and let it get about 95% dry.
  6. Take the chrome powder and dust it on top of your nail until you have your desired effect.
  7. Apply another coat of gel top and let it sit!

I seriously just love the look of these glazed donut nails! They are gorgeous and not as difficult as they look! The key is just applying the chrome at the right time so it stays nicely in place!

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My Fall Lifestyle Favorites!

As we are in the thick of this fall season, I wanted to share my fall lifestyle favorites getting me through it! Fall is truly my favorite season so I am really in my element these days! This bonus post has everything from fashion to food that you need to try this fall.

As always, these are affiliate links where I make a commission off of them but there is no pressure to purchase! I just had to share these with you so you can get all the cozy fall vibes too with my fall lifestyle favorites!

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fall lifestyle favorites

This jacket has leveled up my fall style! I love that I can throw this on with sweats or jeans and it instantly gives the best layered looking vibe. I haven’t stopped wearing it since I got it and this color is everything. It’s a creamy white with a hint of pink so it just screams fall to me!

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The Boston Birkenstocks are what I truly had my eye on but ended up settling for these instead! I felt like I wanted a full shoe that would be warm and fuzzy and these do just that. I am a huge UGG fan but these are even better than my minis because they are super flattering and hit just the right spot!

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One thing we’ve been seeing so much is the return of the ankle socks! They’re perfect with the UGG minis or even Air Force 1s for a layered look! I love pairing them with black leggings because I feel like it just gives that cozy fall vibe we’re all after. I personally love the Aritzia ones but I cannot justify the cost so I linked a dupe for them here that are way cheaper!

These bonus posts are always my favorite to create! They’re short and sweet but share what I’m actually using/loving each month! Be sure to subscribe to the blog and check out more fall posts like this here!

My Trader Joe’s Essentials!

I cannot tell you how exponentially better my life is now that I have a Trader Joe’s close to me! My weekly grocery trips and meal planning has leveled up since then. I wanted to dedicate this post to my Trader Joe’s essentials, the things that are alway on my list and in my fridge!

If you like this post, I actually have another Trader Joe’s post here to check out! I made that a few years ago but honestly some of these things are the same. TJ’s is great for everything but I love to stock up my fridge/freezer because their pre-made meals are great for busy days.

Freezer White Jasmine Rice

This product is a true freezer staple for me. I rave about my rice cooker but sometimes you just don’t have the time to use it. These rice packs you just have to pop in the microwave and they come out great every time. They’re so fast and great for quick additions to your lunch or dinner.

Chunky Guacamole

I have tried so many guacamole containers but this one is truly my favorite. I also like that it’s super inexpensive because guac is not cheap these days. This one seems to last me awhile too so I can open it one day and it’s not super gross and brown the next.

Chicken Fried Rice

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I cannot explain to you the love I have for this rice. It definitely isn’t a takeout dupe but honestly tastes better in my opinion because I know it’s healthier. This is perfect on its own or I like to grab like egg rolls or pot stickers and make a full dinner out of it.

Chicken Soup Dumplings

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I saw this online and immediately knew I needed them. I love dumplings and these are so great for lunch. They come in chicken or pork but I like the chicken version best. Seriously I love these and just having them in my freezer makes me not have to worry about planning a lunch during the work day.

Vegan Cashew Ravioli

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You need to try these ravioli even if you aren’t vegan! These are so yummy and honestly you probably can’t tell they aren’t vegan. I haven’t had a ravioli in like a year because I can’t have dairy and finding these was life changing!

These Trader Joe’s Essentials have seriously become staples in my life. I’ve noticed that TJ has become really dairy free friendly and has some great alternative products so let me know if you want me to do a post on my favorite non dairy things!

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Last Minute Halloween Costume Ideas

If you’re anything like me, you’ve been planning your costume for months. But if you’re like most people, you’re trying to think of some great last minute Halloween costume ideas. Luckily for you, I put together 5 really fun looks that you can do with your friend or your dog. Sky was a great partner for these looks so I hope this gives you some costume inpso!

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Velma & Scooby Doo

This one was a classic and I just knew I had to do it. I also found that this costume was the best one for Sky because she wasn’t super uncomfortable. When I think of Halloween, I always gravitate towards the classics and this was so fun to create!

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Daenerys & Her Dragon

I have seriously been waiting for the perfect time to recreate a Game of Thrones look! This one actually ended up being so easy and is a great option for a last minute costume. I love this Greek goddess style dress from Amazon and I just paired it with some braids. I also thought this was so easy for Sky because it’s just some wings!

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Batman & Robin

I just had to include a superhero look and there’s no better duo than Batman and Robin! This was an easy look to recreate because I just had to put on all black and get some Batman accessories. I thought Sky’s costume was adorable and she looked too cute as my partner in crime.

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Witches

I mean tell me Sky and I don’t look up to no good? This was so fun to put together I am seriously so into this look! My actual outfit is from Dolls Kill but I linked some similar pieces because it took forever to get this in the mail and that won’t help your last minute costume. For Sky, I found her this super cute bat hoodie with wings and ears already attached so she’d be comfy.

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Sleeping Beauty & Maleficent

This was the prettiest costume I think I have ever worn. I loved the simplicity of it just being one thing but it looked so great. Sky actually had a dress but as you could tell she wasn’t feeling this look so I just stuck with the horns. I wanted to include at least one fairy tale look because sometimes it’s fun to do for Halloween as opposed to just the scary looks!

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I hope this post helps you with some last minute Halloween costume ideas! Halloween is seriously one of my favorite holidays and I love to go all out for it. Give this post a like if you enjoyed it and you can read more Halloween posts here!

French Bulldog Life Hacks You Need to Know

I love my french bulldog but as many of you know, they are a very particular breed. After having her for now 2 years I can say I have found many french bulldog life hacks that I want to share. I love this breed but you have to be prepared to care for them and their many needs. You can read more posts like these here!

Bentonite Clay Shampoo

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I’ve found that shampoos with Bentonite Clay work wonders for my ichy Frenchie. This class has been shown to work wonders for itch and hotspots which is something Sky suffers from over the summer. I love the Moosh brand shampoo because it’s all natural and doesn’t have harsh cleaning chemicals. For me, I would never want to put something on her skin that would potentially have bad effects later on. I stick to all natural and organic ointments and creams. This shampoo does the job to clean her and keep her skin soft and itch free.

Dasuquin Hip and Joint Supplements

french bulldog life hacks

I became interested in giving her hip and joint supplements after some research. Dasuquin was recommended to me by my vet so I have just stuck with it. Starting a pet on hip and joint supplements early, especially if they are a breed prone to issues, can help lessen the chances of developing major issues down the road. One thing I’ve learned with French Bulldogs is the key is to make sure they are bred well and then do everything you can for preventative care.

Portable Fan

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This one is life changing. Everyone knows Frenchie’s overheat easily so it’s important to have ways to cool them down. I am obsessed with this little fan because it’s perfect to carry for her wherever we go. The flexible legs are great because I’ll attach them to her carseat in the car to give her an added level of coolness. This little fan from Amazon is powerful and I actually got the recommendation from my cousin who uses this on a baby stroller.

Life Jacket

Because Frenchie’s are top heavy, this French Bulldog life hacks is essential. Life jackets might seem pointless but they can save your pups life. We have this one from ruff wear because we needed one that would prop her head up enough. Some have a buckle around the neck but we need one that was all floating material to support her head so that she can’t get her head stuck.

I hope this French Bulldog life hacks post helps you whether you have a Frenchie or not. All of these tips and tricks are great for a different breed as well. Let me know in the comments below your French Bulldog life hacks or if you have any pet tips or tricks!