Download: Labor Day Weekend 2020

We spent the long weekend soaking up some of the last lake days of the season. And it’s a good thing too, because are temps are now in the 50s today! From magnums of Veuve to my first PepperHarrow CSA pick-up, I’d say it was a pretty darn good one.

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TTD deals: Labor Day 2020 sales

Hands up if you are plotting out your first official fall outfit during these last days of summer?! Or maybe you are dreaming about your fall tablescape or placing pumpkins on every last square inch of your home. Yep, me neither 😉

Sharing a round-up of some of my favorite sales this long weekend and the items that I’m lusting over!

AMERICAN EAGLE
50% off all shorts.Valid 9/3–9/9. Up to 50% off sitewide. Valid 9/3-9/5. 30% off AE jeans, joggers, and leggings, plus receive up to 50% off everything else. Valid 9/5-9/7.
My picks: this / this / this / this

J.CREW
40% off your purchase + 70% off sale styles with code BYESUMMER
My picks: this / this / this / this / this / this / this

J.CREW FACTORY
Up to 80% off sitewide, plus an extra 60% off clearance.
My picks: this / this / this

MADEWELL
Up to 50% off sitewide with code HIFALL.
My picks: this / this / this

POTTERY BARN
Up to 25% off with code SAVEMORE
My picks: this / this / this / this / this

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Back to school breakfast 2020

Going back to school looks very different for many of us this year. My boys will be doing in-person learning at their school, and in the midst of all the craziness, I wanted to make sure I still kept up my tradition of creating a fun back to school breakfast for both of them.

Their official start dates were a week apart, so they got to enjoy two breakfasts from, as we like to call it, the first day fairy.

Hope your kiddos are off on their own school year adventure, however that may look!

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2020: faves for boys

While everyone’s situation is different for schooling this year, I always use the annual Nordstrom Anniversary Sale to snag staples for the boys. I have a feeling we will be spending a lot of time outdoors, so boots and coats are a perfect pick! And while we aren’t traveling right now, I was surprised to see the JetKids Bedbox in the sale. We have taken these for the boys on all of our long plane rides and they have been a lifesaver!

Vans Sk8-Mid Reissue V Sneaker
Bogs waterproof boots
Treasure & Bond pullover fleece
The North Face reversible down jacket
Tucker + Tate Robe
JetKids by Stokke Bedbox
Little Giraffe blanket
Herschel Supply Co. backpack

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2020: faves for mama

The annual Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is finally live for all to enjoy! My picks might be a little different this year considering our current pandemic state. Comfort is king these days and I think these will fit the bill for all the busy mamas out there.

Barefoot Dreams cardigan // Madewell Texture & Thread top
Articles of Society jeans // Zella High Waist 7/8 leggings
Madewell Dot scarf // Oribe Dry Shampoo + Dry Texturizing Spray
Timberland Ellendale hiker boots // Dolce Vita Zonya Plush sneaker
Ugg Fluffette slipper

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Little looks: Back to School 2020

Depending on where you live, going back to school might look a little different this year. For us, we are starting out this school year in person, on campus. We don’t know what the year will hold for us, but I decided to pull together looks for in person and virtual learning for both boys and girls. Godspeed my friends!

J. Crew graphic tee // Free People scrunchie
More Than Magic pencil case // Cat & Jack corduroy skirt
J. Crew x Petit Peonyâ„¢ Peach Project backpack
Vans Classic Slip-on

Zipit monstar pencil case // L.L.Bean flannel shirt
H&M sneakers // H&M twill pull on pants
Richard Scarry book // Baboon to the Moon backpack

More Than Magic hoodie // Cotton On sneaker
iPad kids case // More Than Magic jogger pants
Ooly Yummy Yummy Scented Pens // J. Crew tee
Science Experiments for Kids book

Cotton On henley tee // Cotton On baseball hat
Human Body book // Childhoods Clothing gusset pants
iPad kids case // Tinkertoys
Vans Camo sneakers

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Fitzie is four

Birthdays during Covid just look different. But don’t you worry, we still celebrated the heck out of our little guy! Hard to believe he is already four…

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Friday faves

[Quite the rag tag bunch]

If you have been around here, you know my love for Dudley-Stephens. I just ordered another Cobble Hill turtleneck this week to add to my collection. Something new to check out is the new fit guide they have created. Definitely helps! Click here to get $25 off your first order.

It looks like online stores are starting to get ready for fall. I may or may not have been searching daily on the Target app for when items would be listed. You can take a peek at some here.

Listening to Taylor Swift’s new surprise album, Folklore, this morning. Early thoughts: I’m into it! How about you?

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Friday faves

It is always fun to refresh my computer background from time to time and some of my favorites always come from The Everygirl.

I was recently went to Trader Joe’s for the first time post-coronavirus and I picked up this dip. Obsessed!

I know I might be in the minority on this one, but is anyone else waiting for fall/Halloween decor items to hit shelves? Once that happens I enter my favorite seasons and I am desperately needing something to look forward to! Looks like on of my favorites, Pottery Barn, is getting into the spirit already! I just purchased these pillow covers on sale.

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Camp Branstad 2020

We hosted our annual overnight mid-June, and although sleep was minimal like most years, it was still great to have all of the cousins together!

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