Today we are making a cheesy pepperoni football fo Today we are making a cheesy pepperoni football for your super bowl party. 

-First roll out a can of pizza dough and cut into squares. I make 5 vertical cuts and 3 horizontal cuts to get 18 squares of dough. 
-Then cut 6 string cheese sticks into thirds and place a piece of cheese in the middle of each square. 
-Roll your dough into balls around the cheese. 
-Set these aside and repeat with another can of pizza dough and six more string cheese sticks. 
-Arrange your dough into a football on top of a piece of parchment paper on a baking sheet. 
-Then mix together melted butter, garlic powder and parsley flakes and brush on top of the football. 
-Top with pepperoni and make sure all of the dough is covered to really define the football shape. 
-Bake on 400 for 15 minutes. 
-While it's baking cut another cheesestick into two long pieces and three short ones. These will be your laces. 
-Once the football is done, arrange these on top and place back in the oven for another minute or two. Serve and enjoy!

#superbowlsnacks #superbowlappetizers #superbowlideas #superbowlfood #recipereel #easyappetizers #easyappetizer #footballfood #partyfoods #easyrecipesformoms
Making cute Valentines for my son's class. These l Making cute Valentines for my son's class. These little stickers say "I'm so glad we swim in the same school. Your friend, Benjamin."

I filled some cute little fish bags with goldfish and added the sticker to the front! 

What do your kids give their classmates Valentine's Day?

#classvalentines #toddlervalentine #valentinesforkids #valentinesdayideas #valentinescards #valentinescards #ltkfamily #ltkkids
Let's make heart-shaped quesadillas! These would b Let's make heart-shaped quesadillas! These would be fun for Valentine's Day dinner with your kids. 

In full transparency, I wanted to make quesadilla uncrustables, but bought the wrong kind of tortilla. If you want to make those definitely get flour tortillas not corn. 

These are easy to make though, just use a heart shaped cookie cutter to cut your tortillas, then fill and grill on the stove! 

#easymealsforbusypeople #easyrecipesformoms #valentinesideas #valentinesdinner #recipereel #galentinesbrunch
Here's a hack to make your boots stand up tall in Here's a hack to make your boots stand up tall in your closet! Use a magazine! Roll it up and stick it inside for your boots to stand tall! 

After organizing all weekend, I didn't want to purchase ANYTHING else to organize. I wanted something cheap that I already had lying around.

I like the pool noodle hack but did not have time to go acquire a pool noodle in January.

Try the magazine hack and let me know how you like it? What's your favorite organizational hack?

#organizationhacks #closetmakeover #homehacks #closethacks #widecalfboots #organizationideas #homeorganizationtips
A little matching moment for your Monday! 🌸🌺 A little matching moment for your Monday! 🌸🌺

As a boy mom, I have to work a little harder for matching ensembles, but this little floral wrap dress and button down for spring are just too cute! 

Linking our outfits here: https://liketk.it/40B4p

#ltkfamily #shopltk #ltkunder50 #boymomclub #familymatchingoutfits #familymatching #ltkkids #boyclothes #oldnavybaby #oldnavykids #oldnavystyle #floralsforspring
I purchased the @thebeachwaver B1 over the holiday I purchased the @thebeachwaver B1 over the holidays and loved it so much I bought one for my sister. The rotating barrel makes getting ready so darn easy! 

Use my code HELENWAVE for 10% off!

#beachwaver #beachwaverpartner #hairstylingtutorial #hairstylingtips #hairstylereels #curlingirons #curlingiron #curltransformation #igotbeached
Today we're making garlic and herb pigs in a blank Today we're making garlic and herb pigs in a blanket for your super bowl party. 

-First, roll out crescent dough and slice each of the triangles into thirds. 
-Then spread a little boursin herb and garlic cheese onto each of the triangles. 
-Add a lil smokie and roll it up. 
-Bake for 12-15 minutes on 375. 
-Serve and enjoy!

Do you add anything extra to your pigs in a blanket? 

#superbowlsnacks #superbowlsnack #superbowlappetizers #easyappetizer #easyappetizers #easyrecipeideas #easyrecipesformoms #easyrecipesathome #recipereel
You've heard of a butter board, but have you seen You've heard of a butter board, but have you seen a peanut butter board? 

Today we are making one for Valentine's Day. 

-First take a board and spread peanut butter all over it. 
-Then top with chocolate chips, valentine's day sprinkles, bananas, nutella and strawberries. I cut mine to look like hearts. 
-Then serve with graham crackers, pretzels or fruit and enjoy! 

Are you doing anything fun for Valentine's Day or Galentine's Day? Have you tried the peanut butter board yet?

#valentinesdays #valentinesdaydessert #galentinesparty #butterboard #peanutbutterrecipe #peanutbutterdessert #recipereel #valentinesdayideas #easyrecipesformoms
Today we're making jalapeno cheese dip in a bread Today we're making jalapeno cheese dip in a bread bowl. This is a great party snack and would be awesome at an upcoming super bowl party. 

-First, cut the top off a round loaf of bread and remove the middle. 
-Cut all of the pieces removed into cubes and set aside. 
-Then take a jalapeno queso block and cut it into cubes. Place in a pan. 
-Then add two cans of drained green chiles and a splash of milk. 
-Heat over medium high heat on the stove stirring constantly to prevent sticking. Trust me nobody wants that cleanup. 
-Then immediately pour into your bread bowl and serve hot with the cubed bread pieces. Enjoy!

Easy, and tasty! Are you having or going to a Super Bowl party this year? What's on the menu?

#partysnacks #partysnack #easyappetizers #easyappetizer #cheesedip #recipereel #superbowlsnacks #superbowlfood
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Beauty · May 9, 2018

Six Beauty Products You Just Need

Happy Hump! How’s your week going??

Hubbs and I finished The Office on Monday and I’ve had a hard time getting out of bed ever since lol. I feel like I just watched the Friends or Gilmore Girls finale for the first time all over again. I assume it gets easier after a second re-watch, but today I’m sad. What should we binge next??

Anyhooo, today I just want to share some products I’m loving. These are things I’m using weekly and have made my life easier, my skin prettier, and just look really cool… Let’s just jump right in, shall we?

Also, I have six this time! Not 5…which I feel like is my go-to number for blog posts.

1. Sonia Kashuk 5 pack of Marble Makeup Blender Sponges

Ok let’s start with this fun fact. This pack is $15! Sayyy whattt?? The pack comes with 5 different sizes, the sponges are latex-free, and look really freaking cool. These are my new go-to sponges. They do a great job of providing coverage and evenly blending product. I’m a fan.

2. Make-Up Sponge Holder

You can’t have super cool new make-up sponges without a sponge holder. Honestly I don’t love the idea of my sponges just rolling around on my counter or in my make-up bag. Sponges hold a lot of product so they definitely hold germs, ya know what I mean? So I like the idea of keeping it in a holder until it’s time for a blender cleaning. Bonus! The holder is only $5.99.

frog prince lipstick queen

3. Frog Prince Lipstick

Ok I realize that this lipstick is green. I also realize I would never wear green lipstick. HOWEVER, this lipstick is not green when you put it on! Even cooler, it’s not the same color on everyone. This Frog Prince lipstick adjusts to the warmth of your lips and PH balance so it’s YOUR personal shade of rose pink. I’m not even kidding. My co-worker and I both bought this and it was a different color on both of us. Bonus here: it is infused with vitamin E and shea butter so it hydrates your lips while making you look fairy tale fierce. You know how I love hydration!

glamglow gravitymud firming treatment

4. GlamGlow GravityMud Firming Treatment

If you follow me on Instagram (which I would love for you to, if you don’t!) You’ll see I am a huge advocate for this mask. I look like the Tin Man at least once a week on my stories. This mask is great for anti-aging and prevention. It’s a shiny silver mask that instantly lifts and firms your skin. You paint it on with this handy little brush, and when it dries you just peel it right off. I really like it and have worked it into my regular skin care routine.

rose hibiscus coconut water

5. Rose Hibiscus Coconut Water Hydrating Face Mist

That’s a mouthful…and I’ve actually mentioned this on my blog before, but I just love it! It smells SO good and is great for re-hydrating my face throughout the day. I use a few spritzes when I feel like I need freshening up! This mist also helps with skin tone and softness. Bonus here…it looks great on my Instagram feed lol. I love the packaging.

power dry me

6. Power Dry Me

I’ve talked about this on my stories too, but this spray cuts your blow-drying time IN HALF! You spray this on your hair before you pull out the hair dryer. The mist helps absorb water droplets and legit cuts the time you have to blow dry your hair. I have at least two feet of hair and it takes me FOREVER to blow dry my hair…we’re talking 20-30 minutes. Ever since I’ve started using this spray I can get it done in less than 5. I’m not even lying to you. It’s the best!

Alright, there it is. Six products I am just loving lately! What are some of your favorites?? Also, don’t forget to leave me tv show recommendations please!

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Comments

  1. Alexandria says

    May 9, 2018 at 8:53 am

    So many great products! I love rose water!

  2. Kiara Catanzaro says

    May 9, 2018 at 9:46 am

    I love the spray you mentioned for hydrating your skin throughout the day. I definitely think that would be helpful now that we’re a month away from summer! With warm, humid days, that spray would come in handy! Thanks for sharing your picks!

  3. Lily Ayala says

    May 9, 2018 at 11:51 am

    I will have to try those sponges and I definitely need a sponge holder now!

  4. Laurie says

    May 9, 2018 at 1:08 pm

    I really need to try that GlamGlow mask! I recently tried a gold mask and loved the results I think it is time to give silver a whirl. 🙂

  5. mary_makeup@hotmail.it says

    May 9, 2018 at 2:18 pm

    The sponges are amazing but I love the green lipstick too 🙂

  6. Caitlin Elisabeth says

    May 9, 2018 at 3:25 pm

    yes i need ALL of this ha- those sponges are amazing!

  7. Jordyn Upchurch says

    May 9, 2018 at 3:55 pm

    That sponge holder needs to be in my life, right away! I always seem to be looking for a sanitary solution to storing my sponge, but never could come up with anything. That looks like the perfect answer!

    xoxo, SS

    Southern and Style

  8. Sepideh says

    May 9, 2018 at 6:27 pm

    I’ve been wanting to try that Herbivore spray!! And I saw the Sonia Kashuk sponges the last time we went to Target (I live in Canada and we don’t have Target here..so sad..) and I was intrigued..but I don’t use sponges enough! I’m more of a brush kinda gal…

    Seppy | http://www.elleisforlove.com

  9. Alix Maza says

    May 9, 2018 at 9:33 pm

    WHAT?! A PH balance finding lipstick?! How cool! And those sponges are pretty awesome too.

  10. Keating | Mainely Keating says

    May 9, 2018 at 11:02 pm

    I was so disappointed with those makeup sponges. I don’t know what it is. They just seemed to soak up ALL my foundation every single time. I still have them so maybe I’ll give them another try. But I’m definitely checking out the rest of these products!

  11. Adriana says

    May 9, 2018 at 11:22 pm

    I’ve been meaning to try that Glam Glow mask! I really think I’m going to, it sounds so awesome!

  12. Andrea McCann says

    May 9, 2018 at 11:30 pm

    I love the Gravity Mud Face mask. My skin always seems so amazing after. But those sponges unfortunately did not work for me. They look pretty but didn’t deliver for me.

  13. Kristen Jones says

    May 9, 2018 at 11:55 pm

    I’ve heard such great things about the face mist. I definitely need to try it!

  14. Taylor Smith says

    May 10, 2018 at 8:51 am

    I love those sponges. How adorable?!?!?!?

  15. Chelsea Pearl says

    May 10, 2018 at 11:38 am

    You have convinced me I need a beauty sponge holder! My Beautyblender is always rolling off my makeup storage, and even sometimes INTO my coffee. Had so many disasters over the years!

  16. Erica @ Coming up Roses says

    May 10, 2018 at 1:38 pm

    Have you tried the real BeautyBlender?? I’d love to know how it compares to Sonia Kashuk’s!

  17. Messy Cutting Board says

    May 10, 2018 at 11:19 pm

    I just love that frog prince lip stick!! How cool is that!!

  18. Lee Lewis Taylor says

    May 14, 2018 at 4:43 pm

    Please tell me more about the face mist. I am afraid of the concept. In my mind it would be like putting water on my face in the middle of the day. So, do you have the urge to immediately wipe it off because your face is wet? If so, doesn’t all your makeup come off? I need your help. Thanks.

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Today we are making a cheesy pepperoni football fo Today we are making a cheesy pepperoni football for your super bowl party. 

-First roll out a can of pizza dough and cut into squares. I make 5 vertical cuts and 3 horizontal cuts to get 18 squares of dough. 
-Then cut 6 string cheese sticks into thirds and place a piece of cheese in the middle of each square. 
-Roll your dough into balls around the cheese. 
-Set these aside and repeat with another can of pizza dough and six more string cheese sticks. 
-Arrange your dough into a football on top of a piece of parchment paper on a baking sheet. 
-Then mix together melted butter, garlic powder and parsley flakes and brush on top of the football. 
-Top with pepperoni and make sure all of the dough is covered to really define the football shape. 
-Bake on 400 for 15 minutes. 
-While it's baking cut another cheesestick into two long pieces and three short ones. These will be your laces. 
-Once the football is done, arrange these on top and place back in the oven for another minute or two. Serve and enjoy!

#superbowlsnacks #superbowlappetizers #superbowlideas #superbowlfood #recipereel #easyappetizers #easyappetizer #footballfood #partyfoods #easyrecipesformoms
Making cute Valentines for my son's class. These l Making cute Valentines for my son's class. These little stickers say "I'm so glad we swim in the same school. Your friend, Benjamin."

I filled some cute little fish bags with goldfish and added the sticker to the front! 

What do your kids give their classmates Valentine's Day?

#classvalentines #toddlervalentine #valentinesforkids #valentinesdayideas #valentinescards #valentinescards #ltkfamily #ltkkids
Let's make heart-shaped quesadillas! These would b Let's make heart-shaped quesadillas! These would be fun for Valentine's Day dinner with your kids. 

In full transparency, I wanted to make quesadilla uncrustables, but bought the wrong kind of tortilla. If you want to make those definitely get flour tortillas not corn. 

These are easy to make though, just use a heart shaped cookie cutter to cut your tortillas, then fill and grill on the stove! 

#easymealsforbusypeople #easyrecipesformoms #valentinesideas #valentinesdinner #recipereel #galentinesbrunch
Here's a hack to make your boots stand up tall in Here's a hack to make your boots stand up tall in your closet! Use a magazine! Roll it up and stick it inside for your boots to stand tall! 

After organizing all weekend, I didn't want to purchase ANYTHING else to organize. I wanted something cheap that I already had lying around.

I like the pool noodle hack but did not have time to go acquire a pool noodle in January.

Try the magazine hack and let me know how you like it? What's your favorite organizational hack?

#organizationhacks #closetmakeover #homehacks #closethacks #widecalfboots #organizationideas #homeorganizationtips
A little matching moment for your Monday! 🌸🌺 A little matching moment for your Monday! 🌸🌺

As a boy mom, I have to work a little harder for matching ensembles, but this little floral wrap dress and button down for spring are just too cute! 

Linking our outfits here: https://liketk.it/40B4p

#ltkfamily #shopltk #ltkunder50 #boymomclub #familymatchingoutfits #familymatching #ltkkids #boyclothes #oldnavybaby #oldnavykids #oldnavystyle #floralsforspring
I purchased the @thebeachwaver B1 over the holiday I purchased the @thebeachwaver B1 over the holidays and loved it so much I bought one for my sister. The rotating barrel makes getting ready so darn easy! 

Use my code HELENWAVE for 10% off!

#beachwaver #beachwaverpartner #hairstylingtutorial #hairstylingtips #hairstylereels #curlingirons #curlingiron #curltransformation #igotbeached
Today we're making garlic and herb pigs in a blank Today we're making garlic and herb pigs in a blanket for your super bowl party. 

-First, roll out crescent dough and slice each of the triangles into thirds. 
-Then spread a little boursin herb and garlic cheese onto each of the triangles. 
-Add a lil smokie and roll it up. 
-Bake for 12-15 minutes on 375. 
-Serve and enjoy!

Do you add anything extra to your pigs in a blanket? 

#superbowlsnacks #superbowlsnack #superbowlappetizers #easyappetizer #easyappetizers #easyrecipeideas #easyrecipesformoms #easyrecipesathome #recipereel
You've heard of a butter board, but have you seen You've heard of a butter board, but have you seen a peanut butter board? 

Today we are making one for Valentine's Day. 

-First take a board and spread peanut butter all over it. 
-Then top with chocolate chips, valentine's day sprinkles, bananas, nutella and strawberries. I cut mine to look like hearts. 
-Then serve with graham crackers, pretzels or fruit and enjoy! 

Are you doing anything fun for Valentine's Day or Galentine's Day? Have you tried the peanut butter board yet?

#valentinesdays #valentinesdaydessert #galentinesparty #butterboard #peanutbutterrecipe #peanutbutterdessert #recipereel #valentinesdayideas #easyrecipesformoms
Today we're making jalapeno cheese dip in a bread Today we're making jalapeno cheese dip in a bread bowl. This is a great party snack and would be awesome at an upcoming super bowl party. 

-First, cut the top off a round loaf of bread and remove the middle. 
-Cut all of the pieces removed into cubes and set aside. 
-Then take a jalapeno queso block and cut it into cubes. Place in a pan. 
-Then add two cans of drained green chiles and a splash of milk. 
-Heat over medium high heat on the stove stirring constantly to prevent sticking. Trust me nobody wants that cleanup. 
-Then immediately pour into your bread bowl and serve hot with the cubed bread pieces. Enjoy!

Easy, and tasty! Are you having or going to a Super Bowl party this year? What's on the menu?

#partysnacks #partysnack #easyappetizers #easyappetizer #cheesedip #recipereel #superbowlsnacks #superbowlfood
My baby is finally feeling better, thank goodness! My baby is finally feeling better, thank goodness! I'm going to be honest, I am exhausted. The emotional toll this week has taken on me has just made me a new level of tired. 

I saw something the other day and it really stuck with me. 

Nobody talks about this when you are thinking about having kids. They talk about the financial piece and the how it's going to change your life piece. But nobody talks about the risk you take by having something you love so much and all the worry that comes with it. 

It's a risk every day to have your whole heart walking around, and going to school and picking up illnesses. There is so much worry and stress that comes with it.

But on the other hand, what a privilege it is to have something you love that much. I have never loved anything the way I love this little boy.

While sometimes the emotions, intrusive thoughts, worry and stress get the best of me, I am grateful every second of every day that I get to be this perfect, beautiful tiny human's mom.

Thanks for all the sweet messages of encouragement this week. It's so nice to know I'm not alone. I'm very grateful for all of you! 

#momthoughts #dailymotherhood #workingmomstruggles #toddlermom

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