When I first had kids, I always said, "I'll never let my kids crap take over my house." How NAIVE I was then haha. I realized that having kids means letting their stuff be everywhere. BUT, at the end of the day, it can have a place to go (even if it's just while they sleep).
An organized playroom makes my life and house feel cleaner. These are some of the things that not only make my playroom cute, but organized.
What's one MUST have you have in your playroom?
Hi peeps!
Can you believe next week is Easter? Because of that, our meal plan is a little short. But I've given you a few extra options for the weekend :)
A few people asked where I grocery shop --
I use Safeway Drive up and Go and for meat and produce, I use Amazon Whole Foods!
Here's this weeks meal plan!
- Sunday: Lamb Bolognese
- Monday: Chopped Buffalo Chicken Salad
- Tuesday: Turkey Curry Lettuce Cups
- Wednesday: Chicken Piccata + Little Gem Salad
- Thursday: Chili
- Friday: Chrissy Teigens Kings Hawaiian Mini Cubano Sandwiches
- Saturday: Takeout!
Another week, another meal plan.
Did you meal plan last week? Did it help start your week off easier?
What are you making this week?
- Sunday: Salmon, red potatoes & side salad
- Monday: Slow cooker chicken tacos
- Tuesday: Chopped Salad
- Wednesday: Chicken Shawarma
- Thursday: We have a date night - so treat yourself! It's doordash night!
- Friday: Jalapeno grilled cheese
- Saturday: Cajun chicken Pasta
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Line cookie sheet with parchment paper
- Lay salmon skin down
- Tablespoon of olive oil
- Fresh cracked pepper and salt (use more than you think you should)
- 1/2 a lemon and some zest (thanks for the rec callie!)
- Cook for 12 minutes or until cooked through
My goal with weekly meal plans is to help give you guys a week of recipes with the shopping lists to go with it. I want to give you ideas for meals that even if you don't go with my specific recipe, you know a recipe you can use.
Example - if I say fajitas, you don't necessarily have to use my recipe, but you have an idea for dinner.
Use this as a guide.
One of the comments I get most, is that people cannot believe I cook every night. Let me set the record straight - I cook Sunday - Wednesday and then usually 1 weekend meal. But with that being said, I meal plan every single Saturday, with grocery delivery and/or pickup on Sunday.
I realized, as a working mom, that if I don't do this before Monday, it'll never get done and then we'll be scrambling every night of the week. The best part about meal planning, I have food and meal ideas for the week. If on Monday, I decide to cook Tuesday's meal, then great! At least I know I have all the ingredients ready for whatever meal I've planned for.
Keep in mind, because I'm home on Sunday, I usually pick a "bigger" meal for Sundays. Aka - meals with more prep, because I have the time. My weekday meals are usually a little simpler.
Here's your meal plan and shopping list for the week.
- Sunday: Home made chicken noodle soup with cheese bread
- Monday: Beef tostadas (the recipe I'm using calls for chicken, but I wanted beef)
- Tuesday: Strozzapreti with Spinach and Preserved Lemon (pasta! sounds fancier than it is!)
- Wednesday: Chicken Quesadillas (recipe below!)
- Thursday: Spaghetti Squash Pad Thai
- Friday: Treat yourself, it's time to order out! Friday is our pizza nights!
- Saturday: BLTs - try them with some chipotle mayo, so delish!
PS. -- If you missed the first post on this, you can read it here. It tells ya everything you need to know. But let's talk about it again.
Here's why --
Let's start there. The last thing I want to come across as, is inauthentic. I hope through my blog and my Instagram you know I am doing my best to show my authentic self. So that begs the question, why don't I show Quinn and Lucy since they are such a big part of my life.
"Are you fostering?""Why don't you show Quinn and Lucy's face?""Why don't you want to put your baby on instagram?""You don't have that many followers, who cares?""You know you could make more money if you used your kids.""Do you really think people care that much about your baby?"
Oh hey. Where do you start when it's been over 6 months since you blogged? I honestly don't know. I guess I should just start.
Let's talk about The Everyday Grace first. It's been my blog since I was 21. Yes, you can go back and read when I was a young little thing figuring it all out. You can track my journey through graduating college, falling in love, law school, marriage and more. You can feel my struggles, my love and some good old fashioned recipes.
I'm back.
I'm back as a mom of two, Quinn and Lucy.
I'm a wife.
I have a full time job. And I love Instagram.
In the last six months, I think I've really narrowed down what I want this space to me. For the longest time, I've felt like I've been spinning my wheels trying to find my niche. I've been through recipes, wedding planning, travel guides. I dove head first into fashion. And while I loved all of those things, I never felt like I found "it." I never found the thing that made me passionate enough to write about daily and share about daily.
Because let's face it, while I love all those things, they don't consume my every day. I wear Target fashion and order Doordash on the reg.
But now - things have changed and here's what I know. I have found my passion.
I'm a mom and I LOVE being a mom. I love the community I've created with my mom friends. I love the community I've created on Instagram. I crave community. I crave real conversations with friends. I want to be the friend that makes you feel comfortable to ask the questions, pray with, be yourself, cry, laugh, celebrate. I want to encourage you. I want to make you feel important and loved.
At the end of the day, I want you to feel loved. When you've had a hard day and yelled at your kids. When you snapped at your husband and when you felt guilty. I want you to know that those feelings are normal. I want you to feel loved. I want you to feel reassured. I want to give you the space to feel those feelings.
This is the Everyday Grace.
This the the Everyday Motherhood.
I went back and forth on making my new Instagram handle either Kristen Grace or using my last name. Grace is what we, as humans need on the daily. It's given to us by God because of his love for us and a a mom, it's basically what gets me through the day. But, that name is taken :)
I want to create a community where moms feel safe and where they feel welcome.
I love sharing tips and tricks to being a mom. I love sharing what I've learned. And I love sharing what I've learned from friends. I also love sharing what I don't know.
That's what you'll find here. Sure, you might find great Target finds and some meal plans. But you'll also find breastfeeding tips. You'll find toddler favorites, the best coffee recipes, toddler lunch ideas and how to get your toddler to sleep through the night.
You'll find the best night cream (because HI, I'm 33), shows I'm binging, books I'm reading, and what Adam and I do to keep the spark alive.
This blog is dedicated to women. To moms. To people who want community.
You'll find support, encouragement and acceptance. This is a no judgment zone.
This is The Everyday Grace, by me, Kristen Grace.
I'm so glad you're here.
525 America Shaker Puff Sleeve: https://rstyle.me/+_d0fA4fHDHItSdG5LHIjsw This trend is one everyone of every age can wear. It's the BEST transition piece for fall to winter and back to spring because you can layer cardigans with cute jackets and vice versa. And the other best part about this trend? It's probably something you already have in your closet! We're just putting a new little fresh spin on them!
The best part of anything cropped, in my opinion, is it helps give you shape. Pair this with a high waisted pair of jeans, skirt or a dress and it instantly gives you a waistline. I think it helps create a really tailored look in a very comfortable way!
I've added two additional sweaters to this roundup because I couldn't resist trying them on! One is cropped but not a cardigan and one is long (but a cardigan!). I'm just trying to keep you guys on your toes!
OUTFIT DETAILS:
- Rd Style Camo Zip Up Hoodie Pullover: medium, true to size! This fits a little oversized, but I would wear true to size. It has a hood and it so cozy! It's not itchy, and I love all the colors in it!
- Michael Stars Boatneck Tank: Medium, true to size. I would even say it fits a little small. Everyone needs this tank. It's ribbed and thick and is the best material.
- Agolde Sophie Ankle Skinny: 29. These are skinny people and a little more low rise than I am used too. They are true to size in my waist, skinny around my ankles and low on my waist.
- P448 White Zebra High Top Sneaker: 9 - true to size. I'm obsessed with this hightop sneaker trend. They are super soft and so comfortable.
- 525 America Shaker Puff Sleeve: Medium. This fits cropped, so I would size up. I love the bright orange color and the shoulder pops. It's perfect for fall!
- Agolde Toni Mid Rise Straight black jeans: 29. These have a little stretch in them and fit a little loser than a skinny, plus they have a great bootcut to them.
- Sorel Lennox Lace Boot - 9, true to size. These lace up and fit like a glove, but not too tight. The waterproof full-grain leather welcomes rainstorms, while the comfortable EVA footbed keeps you comfortable all day. The rubber sole gives you the traction you need for urban treks.
OUTFIT DETAILS:
- Chaser Venice High Low Hoodie: Medium, grey or terracota (do you see a fall color trend here?!). Fits true to size.
- P448 Glitter Sneaker: 9. I'm going to say this one more time, this sneaker trend isn't going anyyyywhere people. Buy sneakers you like, that are comfy and ones you can wear with everything. If I'm not being straight forward enough, get yourself some P448s, they are worth the investment.
- Matty M Nolan Plaid Coat: Medium - fits oversized. This coat is incredible. I love that you can layer it over a hoodie, sweater, or wear alone. It's cute to dress up over leggings, or jeans, and would be so cute over a dress.
- Spanx Faux Leather Moto Legging: Medium. These are tight and high-waisted but exactly how they should fit.
Watch the full try on here:
Shop the entire post and even more cardigans here:
I am here for this trend. This trend is definitely one that you either love or you hate. I for one, LOVE it.
I used to think that combat boots were very dark, gothic and just clunky. Boy, oh boy, am I wrong. The best part about this trend is all the ways in which you can wear these boots! Pair them with cute pants, joggers, jeans, a dress, or midi skirt! These boots are perfect for fall, winter (especially in the snow), and the transition to spring. I have a feeling this trend isn't going anywhere soon!
I've picked out 5 of my favorite pairs, of all price ranges and style. My favorite way to dress these is with a cute dress- it's a perfect mix of feminine and masculine.
SHOE DETAILS:
Schutz Andrea Combat Boot: 9, true to size. The thing I love about these boots is that they aren't super heavy (like they look). And the leather Combat boots are the everyday booties you need for fall. We love them with a feminine top and slim denim for cool contrast (and I-got-this attitude).
Shop the entire post here:
It's Wednesday which means it's time for SETS. Unless you've been living under a rock, you know that sets are HUGE right now. I posted a huge collection on Sunday, and now here we are with more!
The reason I love a good set is because you feel put together while also being beyond comfortable. In this weird work from home period of time, finding a good set is imperative. Evereve knocks it out of the park AGAIN with these sets.
Let's talk about Sundry. Guys, these Sundry sets are incredible. They are the softest material everrrrr. Like I wish I was exaggerating, but I am not. They are perfectly tailored, a little longer (hello tall girls!), and they come in the cutest patterns.
Hey, PS - catch up on the other fall trends this week, cropped jackets & sneakers. Tune in tomorrow for another trend!
- Sundry Gradient Tie Dye Pullover and Sundry Gradient Tie Dye Jogger - medium. I bought this one, so that should tell you how much I love it.
- P448 Glitter Sneaker (white) - 9! I love these because they are the most "basic" meaning they go with everything and anything. If you're looking for a great white sneaker, with a little flair, these are the sneaks!
- Sundry Leopard Hoodie and Sundry Leopard Pocket Jogger - medium, true to size. Obsessed is an understatement. And hey tall girls, these fit longer, not cropped like a log of joggers.
- P448 White Zebra High Top Sneaker: 9 - true to size. I'm obsessed with this hightop sneaker trend. They are super soft and so comfortable.
- Marrakech Carrie Moto Jacket: Medium, fits true to size. If you want it at all oversized (not meant to be worn this way as made, size up!).
- Sundry Camo Hoodie Sweatshirt and Sundry Camo Pocket Jogger: Medium. The thing I love about this set is it feels very put together while being so comfortable. It's basically dressier jammies. And hey tall girls! Finally a jogger that fits long and not mid-calf!
- P448 Black Spots Sneaker: 9, true to size. Guys, the sneaker trend isn't going anywhere (more on these later this week too!). It's time to give in and buy a pair you LOVE. The thing I love about P448s is how comfortable they are. Plus, they change them all the time, so you won't see everyone wearing the same shoe. These black spots version are so cute!
Watch the full try on! Shop all the looks here:
SHOE DETAILS: P448 Glitter Sneaker
- Varley Luna Legging: Medium - true to size. The leggings are like butter. They fit like a glove, they feel nice, look nice, and honestly might be my new favorite legging. They sit high on my waist (which is great for this post-partum mama), but they aren't as tight at Spanx (thank heavens). They come in a variety of cute patterns, and man alive people, are just so good.
- Varley Bayliss Sweatshirt: Medium - true to size. The thing I love most about this sweatshirt, besides that it's as soft, if not softer than the leggings, is it's length. It' comes down, just enough to cover my butt and whoo ha. The light pink is a stunning color and it's so cozy. Remember what I said? It's a perfect versatile brand that allows you to wear athleisure wear without looking like a slob. Do what you gotta do to get yourself a piece from this new brand.
- P448 Glitter Sneaker: 9. I'm going to say this one more time, this sneaker trend isn't going anyyyywhere people. Buy sneakers you like, that are comfy and ones you can wear with everything. If I'm not being straight forward enough, get yourself some P448s, they are worth the investment.
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