Life&Glamour

I know I'm late guys, but HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!! I've been M-I-A the past few months. Life events had me stretched in every direction. I logged on this am and noticed that my last blog post was in November! November....really!!! So much time can pass by so quickly.  With the passing of my ex-husband/children father, my main focus has been being there for them physically and emotionally. Our lives changed in a matter of seconds, but we've been getting through it together as a family. Although everyone misses him dearly, each day it gets a little easier to deal with. Out of sight, yes. But definitely not outta mind. Jordyn and Jalen are able to talk and reminisce about their good times with their Dad. The laughter from those conversation soothes my soul. Things are much better now. Life, well it has to go on.  2022........It's my time!  I'm here to claim everything that is deserving for me and my hard work. What was learned last year will be applied this year. New goals h...

“I’M SO GLAD I LIVE IN A WORLD WHERE THERE ARE OCTOBERS.” -L.M. MONTGOMERY Natures glory is so beautiful around this time of year. Our days are now shorter. The sun rises later and sets earlier. A farms nature plays a active role in the setting of the season. My family and I have started our fall season off with a bang. So far, we've visited two farms to celebrate the season change.  First up...... McCaskill Farm. On October 2nd, McCaskill farm hosted their annual family and friends fall festival in celebration of the end of Summer. Although it was still rather warm outside, we had a blast participating in all of the fall outdoor activities. There were hayrides, a pumpkin patch, a petting zoo with all of the farm animals, a tour of the in ground cellar, a live band, food, and shopping with all local vendors. The very best part of our visit was shopping at the McCaskill store for farm fresh meats, frozen prepared meals, and gifts.    The next stop on our farm hop is Clinto...

My favorite time of year and favorite blog post:  THE FALL BUCKET LIST!   Yayyyyy!   Fall I'm so happy that you're finally here! I don't know what it is, but there's something about you that just hits different. The Smell in the air, the chilly mornings and nights..... its rather magical don't you think? Just thinking about all of the fall savory meals and pies has my mouth watering. A fresh baked apple or sweet potato pie during the fall is EVERYTHING! Or better yet, lounging outside on my porch in my favorite rocker with a fresh cup of tea or hot coco...watching the sunset simply makes my fall nights complete.      Around mid September my family and I go all in with decorating  for the fall season. My shoe laces are barely tied before I'm out the door for a fall wreath.   We decorate my front porch with fresh pumpkins and mums. My favorite fall décor and pillows are pulled out of storage to spice up my home. Harvest scented candles and wall flow...

After celebrating my birthday at the end of July,  each year I immediately go into fall mode. I know! I know!  But Dana its still Summer. I don't care! This is the time of year when I start picking out my fall decorations and pinning my go to looks for fall fashion on Pinterest.  Fall is one of my favorite times of year. The turning of the leaves and scenery is so majestic. The cool crisp evenings around a fire pit with my favorite chunky sweater, fleece blanket, a good book, hot chocolate or a glass of wine puts me into my happy place. But nothing says fall more than fall fashion!! As I shopped for my birthday things over the past few weeks, I noticed that a lot of the department stores has started putting their fall fashion out already.  Once you start seeing pumpkin spice every where, you'll know it's officially prep mode. I become so excited! Shopping for women's fall fashion in stores and online is more rewarding to me than any other season. I highly advise you ...

July 30, 2021 Today is my birthday! I am now 42 years old! And yessssssss...... I am a Leo Queen !!! You know we Leos are extra. Every year I try to do it big. What can I say??!! I enjoy life and I love celebrating my born day with close family and friends. I'm getting older, and I must say that I'm okay with it. I'm aging gracefully.  In my Aaliyah's voice, "Age ain't nothing but a nu mber."  Society sets these expectations of what we're suppose to feel and have by a certain age. And quite frankly, I think it's a bunch of bull. I feel every bit of 30. I know I'm not where I truly want to be right now, but I know in due time its mine. I'll continue to work hard. I'm on my own schedule. I wont pressure myself to feel like by this day and age, everything should be perfect and in order. There is no time limit on the things that I want to achieve. My life gets better daily. Each day I become older and wiser. I have a roof over my head, foo...