You always have to start at the Dollar Spot. Some of the cutest things you can find and probably don't need. That's how they get you. Do I need this small planner? Most likely not, but so cute. And this little sign is the perfect for what I have been shopping for.

Take a stroll down to the clearance section. But don't stray too far from the clearance section otherwise you'll end up in maternity. It happens. One minute your at the rack with the 30% off at the top and the next you are falling in love with a maternity shirt.

Contemplate getting some new workout clothes for your resolution to work out more. You decide maybe not. Does it ever work? Trying to stick to my budget and right now, my workout wardrobe will fit my mediocre workout schedule.

Pick up a nice seasonal item. We all know Target holiday decor steals the show. I feel a nice Valentine's day tree coming up.

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No Target trip is complete without something for the little pet in our lives, Lily. They get us cat and dog lovers with their holiday themed toys. Lily has many we switch in and out depending on the holiday.

Try not to buy anything at the check-out. I dare you. Especially when they have $5 DVDs. I mean, how can I not purchase Crazy in Love? Ryan Gosling's abs, hello there.

What does your trips to Target look like?









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Getting my Life in Order

Oh hey. Look at me showing up here to write something. It's been a bit since I've sat here and just wrote.

Truth is I'm getting my life together. Meaning I have a lot going on right now and I am trying to organize everything.

Starting a new job is exciting but nerve wracking. It can do a real number on anxiety. I have my new wardrobe. I have hope for my new role and future for the company. But there's that awkward first few weeks I still have to get over.

This blog. I have thought for some time about changing my brand. Even last year I was leaning towards new name but decided a new look. But I now see a new direction coming by March. This means a little flux for the next month or so why I switch and get situated. Fingers crossed it will be my forever home for my blog. 

My Health. It's kind of wonky and I am not sure why. Turns out at 29 I have thyroid issues. Before babies. There is a nice lump hanging out on my neck that has been biopsied and wasn't supposed to grow but it has. That means more tests, figuring out why it is. 

I've got a severe case of TMJ. At least severe to me. My jaw barely moves open and chewing on my right side is not a fun task. I went on ibuprofen for 3 days, pain gone I felt fantastic. Not off of for even 34 hours and it came back with a force. Said anxiety does not help the situation. I probably have anxiety filled dreams and clench my rethink. Not surprised. 

This is all swirling in my head right now. All of this. I just want to wake up in no pain. Have no anxiety. It makes me love home and my bed a little too much. Too much where I would rather be at home than go pretty much anywhere. And yoga pretty much bores. Sorry, but I;ve tried and I just can't get on bored. I much more about the running and Zumba. 

So. As you can see, lots going on. But on a positive note, I started reading, "I Am" by Joel Osteen and I am loving it. See what I did there? It's all about bringing the positive into your life by what you speak out loud. 

I am going to get rid of this TMJ and be my thyroid will be fine. 

This new job will challenge me and help me grow and I will excel at it. 

I am going to succeed in my It Works business. I am diamond. 

This blog will have life brought back into it when I go through all the changes. It will be my outlet to write once again. 

That is what I'm prophesying. Hang tight everyone! 

Blog Goals {Cash Giveaway}

I've already shared my 2016 goals with you with life. Big life things. I also want to make some goals for this blog by itself. I really need to buckle down and make a plan for this space.

New brand by March
New design by March
Schedule 50 posts by the end of next week. I have some extra time to do so.
Start Blog Detox
Increase my Twitter presence
Take more blog pictures

There is so much $250 could do to get me to these goals. Like a new selfie stick for my Instagram presence. I mean, necessary. Or how about an upgraded camera.

Possibilities, possibilities.


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I'll Tell You About it When I See You Again

It's been a long road without you Mom.
I'll tell you all about it when I see you again.
I've come a long way since we said goodbye
Oh I'll tell you about it when I see you again.

Who knew with all the memories yet to make
That I'd be standing right here
Talking to you about my path
Know we loved to hit the mall and laugh
But no one could have told me that it wouldn't last
Had to say goodbye way too soon.
Those were the days, now they say you are in a better place

How could I not talk about the family you have left behind when the family's all missing you
Everything I went through, Mom, you were standing there by my side
And now, you are looking from above.

It's been a long road without you Mom.
I'll tell you all about it when I see you again.
I've come a long way since we said goodbye
Oh I'll tell you about it when I see you again.

First, it was baby cries
And then scraped knees and then what's
Small turn to friendship, a friendship
Formed from a mother/daughter bond that will never
Be broken and the love I have for you will never get lost
And when no one understood you were the one
That told me how it was
You were the one that lifted me up and the one that helped
Me reach further so I will always miss you when you're gone

How could I not talk about the family you have left behind when the family's all missing you
Everything I went through, Mom, you were standing there by my side
And now, you are looking from above.

So let the light guide your way, Ill hold every memory

Here even when you go and every road I take I hope it leads me to you being proud.