My very favorite lip gloss is this Revlon crystal clear gloss!
I am a Seint makeup artist and most my makeup is from Seint but this gloss, after trying many is my go-to!
I hope you enjoy the glossy look you’ll get from this lip gloss!
xoxo,
Christy Lee
Is there anything better than peanut butter and chocolate ?
I just love the peanut butter and chocolate combo.
These peanut butter bars are not only gluten free, but they are tasty and delicious.
Bcause this recipe makes a lot, they are perfect for a big get together.
I personally love skippy peanut butter and milk chocolate chips…but make it to your pleasing.
Let me know if you try this recipe.
Enjoy!
xoxo,
Christy Lee
My two cute boys are 8 years apart and yet they have the sweetest bond.
They both light up when they see each other.
Big brother makes life fun and exciting for his little bro.
I just love watching their relationship grow!
It’s a reminder to stay close to your siblings..that sibling bond is unlike any other.
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I hope you all enjoy your weekend!
xoxo,
Christy Lee
Here are a few things I would tell my younger self as I look back on the past 38 years of my life:
What would you say to your younger self?
I’m hoping to teach these things to my children as well.
xoxo,
Christy Lee
Just a reminder here that if you’re a mom and you’re feeling overwhelmed.. you’re not alone.
It’s normal to feel run down and overwhelmed as a mom.
I feel overwhelmed quite often too—- but I’m reminded to remember what a blessing our little children are. ❤️
xoxo,
Christy Lee
Sometimes you find a quote that stops you in your tracks and sums things up so well.
This quote does just that for me:
I hope this quote lifts you up just as it did for me.
xoxo,
Christy Lee
Oh how time flies with these caboose babies!
This boy is my miracle baby, my 3 time rainbow baby who was the bright ray of hope and love at the end.
Oh how blessed we are to have this baby boy in our lives !
Xoxo,
Christy Lee
Let’s just all agree that yes, there are challenges to living a gluten-free lifestyle, because there are limitations with food in your life.
However, if we ONLY focus on those limitations, we are bound to be miserable, frustrated, and honestly quite hungry!
I myself am guilty of getting caught in that trap of “what can I eat?” –and it’s not a place I want to stay in.
So after 15 years of living a gluten-free lifestyle my big tip to you is to STAY POSITIVE AND FOCUS ON ALL THE THINGS YOU CAN EAT.
It’s truly remarkable how many gluten free items are out there now. Even better, it seems like every month I am discovering more and more gluten free items which is awesome!
Sometimes I see too many people that have to live a gluten-free lifestyle “hold back” from going to family parties or fun get-togethers for fear that they will get contaminated with gluten or wont have anything to eat.
Here is my response to that: just go.
Bring your own gluten-free food and don’t get offended that others didn’t make a gluten-free cake for you.
Read labels and ask questions if someone did happen to make you something gluten-free.
Things could be so much worse, just because you have to eat gluten-free doesn’t mean that everyone else can only choose gluten-free restaurants.
And usually most restaurants have a plain salad you can eat so that you have something to experience with others.
Bottom line, focus on what you can eat. Focus on the fact that you feel better now that you have cut gluten out of your life and stop worrying about other people not catering to you, because it just spirals into a negative and frustrating life and no one wants that.
We are all blessed with living each new day that comes, don’t waste your time wallowing in frustration of food limitations.
Remember, there are so many great gluten-free recipes and foods out there.
Get excited to try and experience new gluten free foods.
Change that mindset by being grateful.
You got this!
xoxo,
Christy Lee
This tasty cheeseball is naturally gluten-free and delicious!
This cheeseball is quick and easy to make.
The pineapple and green onion give it a sweet and savory flavor.
And a quick tip— I use a potato masher to mix the ingredients together well.
Enjoy!
xoxo,
Christy Lee
The Stage of Motherhood I am currently in, is basically…well, survival mode.
It’s not a bad stage to be in, because I figure if you have a baby under the age of one year old…you are in survival mode.
There isn’t a lot of sleep, routines are there at times and not other times.
And basically, as a mother, you are just happy to get everyone fed and bathed and hopefully get homework and other extra curricular items in if possible.
So, as I was reflecting on how to enjoy this particular stage of motherhood, I thought of a few things.
1- Get lots of hugs and cuddles. By that I mean, take time to cuddle and love on that sweet baby of yours and well as your other children. Human touch is such a vital aspect of love and parenting. And taking the time to stop and enjoy hugs and cuddles is important. No need to feel guilty that you are sitting on the couch cuddling your children, because we all know to enjoy this phase whenever you can.
2- Eat 3 square meals a day. If you are like me, it’s easy to forget to eat a meal and then you don’t feel well and it comes back to bite you. Take care of yourself by eating, and if you can squeeze in a bubble bath to relax as well…do that.
3- Say lots of prayers.Say prayers for help, prayers of gratitude, all types of prayers . It’s ideal to stop and kneel to say a prayer, but if you are having a hard time, and you’re driving somewhere, say a prayer in your heart. Staying close to Heavenly Father through prayer truly works miracles.
4- Lean on others for help even when it’s hard. Yes-it’s hard to ask for help. However, this is a phase where majority of other moms and people understand that you may need help. It’s alright to ask for your child to catch ride somewhere, or to accept a meal from someone that’s offering. Just think–one day you will return the favor so try to humble yourself enough to accept help.
5- Keep in close relations with your loved ones. When you are in survival mode as a mother, at times you feel like you don’t have enough time to talk to many people because you can’t “get ahead.” And yet, right now, when life is a bit crazy or hard, it’s crucial to keep in close touch with those that love you and bring joy to your life. You need that uplifting influence…we all do.
6- Give yourself some Grace. There are so many more that can be added to this list but I wanted to end with “Give yourself some Grace.” It’s ok to make mistakes, or to be behind on laundry and dishes. Just keep pushing forward and remember to be your own cheerleader to see the positive in the situation.
Last but not least…you’ve got this mama! I believe in you !
What would you add to this list?
xoxo,
Christy Lee
