The Best Caramel Bar You've Ever Had

So I was on a baking kick all last week. I made so many sweets it was ridiculous, especially since were heading to Florida and getting into bathing suits. Good thing my husband took most of them to work to share, otherwise I woud've devour everything.

This recipe for carmelitas caught my eye with the buttery, caramely, chocolatey goodness. I wanted to try something different and I don't normally bake with caramel so that was it. Also it has oatmeal in it, so that makes it healthy, right?!

How to Curl Your Hair With A Wand

Hair wands are so popular, but the thing is you can get the exact same look with a regular curling iron you already own. So save your money and go buy yourself some new clothes or go out to eat.

Polka Dot Tank // Grey Sweater (both Loft)

January Birchbox

I finally got my January Birchbox, and like always I couldn't wait to open it. For more information on Birchbox check out their website or my previous posts from November and December.

The first product that caught my eye was theBalm cosmetics Hot Mama shadow and blush all-in-one. I have already received a highlighter from theBalm that I really loved, so naturally I can't wait to use this. I think it will make a perfect blush and highlighter for me, not to mention it is a great sample size.

Amika Color pHerfection Shampoo was the next sample that caught my eye. This went into my travel bag for this weekend getaway. So obviously I haven't tried it yet, but I always love the idea of a pH balancing shampoo. It's also color safe which is a big plus for me.

I am very picky about my face moisturizer because I have somewhat of sensitive skin, but am willing to try My Mulit-Purpose Mattifying Moisturizer. I recently was turned onto mattifying moisturizers from a co-worker, and I mean who doesn't want a shine free face?

The Harvey Prince Skinny Chic smelled great. I wouldn't wear it everyday, but definitely on a date night. I'm not sure if this will make sense, but it is very girly and perfumey (<--- don't think that's a real word).

The beauty extra, Deborah Lippmann the Striper to go, I think is a genius idea. It is nail polish remover mitts in a little to go package. The only problem for me is I pretty much just do shellac on my nails anymore since they are always in water at work, and this would not take that off. I wish I would have known about these 5 years ago.

Also, included in this box was a poster of 25 ways to make 2013 awesome. I thought this was a cute touch, and gave me an extra kick of inspiration.

Happy Friday

1. This is where I'm heading tomorrow, can't wait for the sunshine!

2. Missing this baby girl so much.

3. Got a mani and pedi this week to get ready for the Florida beaches.

4. I did some serious baking this week.

5. I finally got an iphone. Woot Woot!

Owl Hats

So I'm not sure if it is because everyone I know is having babies, but I have realized that owls are the trendy baby thing right now. My friend found this awesome pattern for crocheting owl hats and I had to try. I knew how to knit, but not crochet so I logged onto youtube and taught myself. I have made these two so far. I realized crocheting is a very relaxing to me.

Polka Dots

I got this shirt and cardigan combo for Christmas. I love polka dots and so naturally I have been wearing this a lot. Oh, and did I mention I love J Crew. This whole outfit may be from there. 

1. Shirt // 2. Cardigan // 3.Skirt

Happy 50th Mom!

My mom just had her 50th birthday, and let me just say she is the hardest person to shop for. Not only that, but this one was a bigger deal than normal since it was her 50th. My Dad turned 50 back in May, and she took us all to Florida to surprise him. So needless to say we had big shoes to fill.

Since I knew my mom didn't want a surprise party, and a trip wasn't possible either, I decided something sentimental would mean a lot to her. My mom has so many great qualities that my brother, his girlfriend, my husband, and I love and appreciate about her. We decided to come up with the top 50 that mean the most to us about her. We made a magnetic board displaying them for her.