After having two daughters, I have built up a collection of diaper bags for every occasion. The only constant in the realm of diaper bag carrying is what you can find inside, the items just change with my daughters' age. These diaper bag essentials for the Toddler Mom are necessary for surviving life outside the house with two young girls, as is the ToteSavvy diaper bag insert for organization. More often than not, there are times when I want to carry my own purse instead of a diaper ... View the Post
Friday Favorites
Did anyone wake up and do a little dance for Friday's arrival? I was hoping for warmer weather, but it looks like chilly temperatures are here to stay for the next few days. This week my favorites have been spring shoes, a television show, a new craft cocktail bar, and camera shopping. What are your Friday Favorites? Spring Shoes My go-to shoes this spring are currently on repeat, even though the weather isn't really permitting a few pairs. I usually only buy one new pair of shoes a season, ... View the Post
My Purpose as a Blogger
My purpose as a blogger has changed and evolved countless times since I wrote my first post in 2008. Since I am taking a webinar to become a better blogger/influencer, I've been inspired to answer these questions: Who are you as a blogger? What do you offer your audience? Revealing My Purpose as A Blogger Shirt // Pants // Shoes Ten years into blogging, I am dedicated to bringing you content that evokes thought and inspires. When writing Confessions of a Northern Belle, my purpose is to ... View the Post
Five Ways to Simplify Your Life this Spring
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone.#allfreeclearclean #CollectiveBias Moms are always looking for new ways to simplify their lives - whether its cleaning or cooking related, I know that if there is a shortcut or a way to make things easier, I want to know about it. After a bit of trial and error, I've put together five easy ways to simplify your life this spring, all of which can be implemented instantly. 1. Make the beds ... View the Post
Travel // Where to Stay in Newport: The Gilded Hotel
Living in New England has so many perks - one of which is the abundance of beautiful towns to visit along the shoreline. Newport was one of my favorite places to go for a quick trip away when I was younger, and now that I'm living in Connecticut, I'm so excited to be able to visit anytime. When I decided to take a girls getaway I knew we had to stay at the best hotel in Newport, RI - a funky boutique hotel called Gilded on Brinley Avenue. Thank you to Gilded Hotel and Lark Hotels for ... View the Post
Happy Easter Weekend 2018
Easter is a day that symbolizes hope, renewal, and new life. Without a doubt, I felt this in my heart yesterday. We had as close to a perfect day as we could imagine. From the weather to the food to the family time, Easter weekend was a beautiful time in 2018. First the girls found baskets from the Easter bunny. Then we had a delicious brunch with my immediate family, plus my sister's in-laws, and watched the cousins run around the yard hunting for Easter eggs. Then for a late lunch, we ... View the Post
Friday Favorites
Normally I'm excited about Friday, but not this one. It's raining, Ailey is still cranky from whatever virus she has, and my to do list is a mile long. I'm going to put my crankiness aside and be happy to be alive and that we had a pretty nice week over here (aside from the sickness). Get ready for a lot of photos for my Friday Favorites... what are you loving this week? one. girls getaway. While I wait for my girl Beth to finish editing the photos from our girls getaway in Newport, I wanted ... View the Post
5 Must Have Products for New Homeowners
Whether you're in the market to buy your first house, or just about to purchase a new home, there are five must have products you should own. It can be very stressful to become a new homeowner, but these items will make the transition easier. Whatever it takes to make a new house your home, right? one. WD My Cloud Home If you're like me, you probably have way too many photo and video files crowding your computer and smartphone. I'm so excited to set up the WD My Cloud Home. It is a ... View the Post