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Another Monday Must Have - - - Amazon

These must haves from Amazon are going to be frequent now that summer is upon us.  I mean honestly, how is it possible for me to forget just how incredibly difficult it is to run simple errands with all three kids in tow.  It takes SO long.  So I am leaning heavy on online shopping to propel me through these sweet summer months.  Plus who wants to walk through a store when we could be splashing at the pool!

Anyway.  These earrings! OMG!  They are currently my absolute faves.  They literally match everything!  I have worn these a ton since I ordered them earlier this spring. These are kind of a dupe for Kendra Scott in shape at least.  They are light weight and very comfortable.  Easy to wear all day! I literally get compliments overtime I wear them.



It's Summer...Now What?!?  If you are like me, you have school age kids that are now home with you 24/7.  One of my constant worries is (1) filling their time (2) making sure that they aren't regressing, but progressing towards the next grade.  I especially worry about this with our rising second grader, because I feel like this age group the learning is so fresh and new and necessary for building onto the next stage.  That being said I am (trying) to stick to a routine of no screens during the two year olds nap.  Instead they are to read, do their daily worksheets and do art/creative activities. I ordered them each these workbooks from Amazon to take them through until school starts back.







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