Happy Saturday from the trail! I hope you had a beautiful week! I’ve got a fun round-up for you today that includes a little organizing, a little spring decor, a lot of fashion (hello affordable spring purses!), and a little life. Time for some popcorn.. let’s do it. :)
1 – ORGANIZED CONTAINER DRAWER
BEFORE
This food container drawer has been driving me crazy for over a year! I’ve organized it many times and even added a divider to separate containers from lids, but it somehow aways ended up looking like this. I finally determined that the mis matched containers (all different sizes) were the issue in keeping this small space tidy. I did some research and ordered new containers at the beginning of the year and two months later.. I organized the drawer. Progress is sometimes slow. Ha.
AFTER
Happy 2025 angels! So nice to hear you singing again. :) This drawer is heaven on earth and the best part? We’ve been keeping it this way. Kole unloads our dishwasher (one of his jobs) and he can even keep it tidy so this is definitely a win! The organizer for lids has dividers so you can customize it. I just set the largest lids behind it because they were a little too wide. You can buy the organizer in an extra large size (I have the large), but I wanted more drawer space for the actual containers in this drawer. Speaking of containers these are so good! PBA free, microwave and dishwasher safe, they stack so nicely and the lids seal tight keeping food fresh. Later I laid my
pizza storage container on top of the large containers and everything fits in this space so nicely! Very happy about this small victory.
2 – SPRING WREATHS
Floral Wreath With White Ribbon
These two wreaths are so pretty for spring and I know they will sell out quickly! This gorgeous neutral floral wreath with little white flowers and a white ribbon..
3 – MOST WORN JEANS
{Medium Wash Jeans, Dark Wash Jeans, White Jeans, White Jeans also sold here}
My Paige Anessa High Waist Jeans are finally back in stock! Hands down my most worn jeans last spring and summer so I ordered them in a dark wash and white too. They are pricey but I literally lived in them! Well.. you remember. :)
First pic I found of me in the light wash. They are high waisted so they work really well with shorter/crop tops.
{Blue Henley, Dark Wash Jeans, Ballet Flats, Butterfly Necklace}
But they also look cute with longer tops. My favorite part about these jeans (other than the fit) is that they work with ANY type of shoe. I’ve dressed them up with heels, I’ve worn them with a sweatshirt and sneakers, and they look so cute with ballet flats and sandals. I’m a fan.
While I was snapping a pic in this outfit I remembered that I never shared this cute bracelet I got around Christmas! I have the matching necklace too and always get compliments when I wear them. I usually layer the bracelet with a few of
my favorite Amazon bracelets for a fun stack. Would make a fun gift for Mother’s Day too!
4 – SPRING PURSES
Bamboo Top Handle Bag / Checkered Runner
Ok.. let’s talk spring purses! AFFORDABLE and CUTE spring purses. Aren’t the two above the cutest!? I’m so in love! $25 you guys. Such a steal. I had to have them both. It comes in a pretty blue pattern too!
I found so many cute spring purse options and ordered them all to see/try in person. I took a lot of pics in this same outfit just so you can see bag sizes! This bamboo handle purse is on the small size. It’s perfect for lunch with friends or date night when you just need your keys, phone and lipgloss. On a sidenote this sweater is so comfy and on sale! I have had these Colette pants in green for years and got the black for Christmas. Kenny gives the best gifts! Especially when he has specific instructions. ;)
{Colette Weekend Jumpsuit, Heels, Bamboo Top Handle Bag}
Here’s the same purse in black. I love the little scarf tie! Wearing it with this cute cropped jumpsuit that Kenny also gave me for Christmas. Colette everything this year! He has the best taste. ;) Really though.. this jumpsuit is so flattering and on sale.
{Clear Crossbody Bag}
Ok.. back to my stripes and more cute purse options. This clear bag is perfection. Perfect for a summer concert or baseball game! I love the cute strap with gold accents. It matches my sweater pretty cute too. And my hall rugs. Clearly I like black and cream.
{Straw Mini Bow Clutch}
Another cute spring/summer option. This purse is a little bigger so it could be more of an every day bag. I love the way it ties in a bow at the top.
{Straw Tie-Top Bag}
Also darling! Also has the cute bow accent. This would be a perfect beach vacation purse.
Couldn’t pass this one up. Too much fun and would also be a perfect vacation bag.
And while we’re talking lemons.. this little coin pouch is adorable!
These are two other bags from Target I love. I’ve had these a little longer. They are so soft and the large puffer bag is great for travel.
I snapped this so you can see how big the larger size is (it can hold a lot!). Very on trend and it comes in other colors too. 10/10!
This is going to be my new beach bag this year! My girls stole my other options so this was definitely a need not a want. Ha. I love the black border!
This is another fun beachy option. A little smaller so I think I’ll return this (I need to fit a large towel in mine) but I wanted to share it because it’s also so cute!
And last but not least, if you like a more structured tote this is also really cute and holds a lot. I love the circle handle!
Ok.. you have to tell me.. which bag is your favorite!? I can’t choose! Definitely the two I shared first.. and the clear bag. AND the lemon coin purse. AND the puffer bags. But I also love the black border beach bag.. I’m in trouble. :)
5 – HEALTHY LUNCH/SNACKLE BOX/ART
I have shared this healthy lunch/dinner/snack option before but was eating it for lunch this week so decided to share it again for anyone who might have missed it and is trying to eat healthy. It’s one of my go-to’s. I’m loving this divided tray so much that I shared in
my fridge favorites post because it’s perfect for this! I cut up cucumbers, carrots and celery ahead of time and then just toss it on a tortilla shell with lettuce and sliced almonds. If I have chicken I add it too for some protein. I make the dressing.. it’s just olive oil and balsamic vinegar, garlic and a few spices. You can get the
full recipe HERE. Kenny has been calling this my rabbit food for years but I’m telling you.. it’s filling and tastes so good!
These are the sliced almonds I use! Also this cute citrus art is back in stock! It has been in my pantry and I swapped it for this cute lemon print because I like the size better of this one in my kitchen.
6 – GOOD-BYE FEBRUARY
I can’t believe January and February are over! We made it! We are through the two sometimes LONG winter months. HELLO MARCH! So happy you are here. I’m excited for the time change and longer evenings.. anyone else? Sharing a quick dump of random pics on my camera roll since this blog is still in some small way a family journal. I’m too busy trying out all the cute spring purses for us to have time to actually scrapbook anymore. ;)
A bit of life lately..
Kole went to his first formal dance! How is he this old!? Freshman mostly just go with friends which I love.
Love these boys. Growing up way too fast.
The dance was at Seaworld and they all had the best time.
Took El and Kole to Wicked last weekend. That play gets better every time doesn’t it!? A must see if you haven’t yet! The Broadway is incredible. It was so fun seeing the movie this year but for me nothing compares to the play.
Team pink and team green. :) We were really missing Addie! Well.. I was anyway. I’m over here “This is so fun! Let’s wear pink and green! Let’s buy snacks! Let’s take pictures!” El, Kole and Kenny were all missing Ad because they needed her to hang with me. Ad and I bring a different energy that is sometimes too much for these 3. Ha.
A recent pic of her heading to an exam with her little good luck charm! She is coming home soon for spring break and we all can’t wait to get her here.
Sweaty nights at the gym with my boys! I have to really PUSH myself go but I’m always so glad I did after.
It’s much easier to get dinner out with the girls. :)
Or shopping. Or lunch. Or walks. Grateful for all of the good friends in my life!
Fun night at Seaport Village.
Speaking of good friends! We were with these two again last night and I said “ok.. I can’t be out too late.. I still need to write my Saturday 6 post!” Richard wanted me to just make it a Saturday 3 or 4 so we could keep the party going. Ha. He cracks us up. Not only did I stick to 6 things (sorry Richard!) but this was a LONG 6 things. I’m up way past my bedtime! If you see a Saturday 3 or 4 pop up in the future you’ll know why. ;)
Have a great weekend and kick off the new month with something that makes you happy!
I think I’ll organize another drawer. :)
xoxo, Erin
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