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Summer Unboxing with Rockets of Awesome!

July 6, 2018 ·

It’s been a very hectic Spring leading up to the Summer. So much so that when Rockets of Awesome approached us, I was in the midst of our back-to-back trips. Subscription boxes are all the rage these days, and definitely something every busy mom could use and appreciate! Honestly, as much as I love to shop, I can’t remember the last time I really had the time to go to the mall for an actual shopping trip. After taking a peek at their fun Insta, I hopped on over to their site to take the easy Style Quiz. If there’s something that I do love to do late at night , are silly quizzes. These were so fun, I had to do them for both kids of course!

After a few simple selections, we were done! A stylist would compile the first box for you, OR you could choose from specific items. I loved that they actually were concerned about what your child absolutely would NOT wear, because if you have an opinionated child(ren), such as my own, you would know the challenge getting dressed can be. Still, a surprise is always fun, and Kaitlyn is obsessed with blind boxes and unboxing videos, so we chose that option.  I took so many videos of Kaitlyn unveiling all her new pieces. I love her enthusiasm for everything! It also surprised me what some of her favorites were!

This navy blue top was her absolute favorite because of the soft, stretchy fabric, and the bedazzled stars! It would be perfect for 4th of July and Labor Day!  These glittery, yet soft, dolphin-style terry shorts make for a comfy summer staple.

No surprise here, this rainbow sunnies adorned kitty tee, and glittery pink tutu skirt were huge hits.  She called it her “confetti pop” skirt. I think she would wear this outfit every day if I let her!

It’s no secret we love Disneyland, and this comfy cotton tee is perfect for summer days at the park.  The various graphics seem to encapsulate favorites of young girls everywhere!

Posing with “Disgust”

The best part of the subscription for me, the mama: the service, shipping, and returns are FREE!  You only pay for what you keep, and they send you a return label and mailer in the package.  With the preview option before shipping, I already knew what we would be getting, so we didn’t choose to return anything at all.  Prices and quality seem comparable to CrewCuts or Gap Kids, and best of all, I heard zero complaints about itchiness!

And for the extremely hot summer days, where you need to beat the heat, the box makes for an excellent indoor activity.

Rockets of Awesome’s Summer Box couldn’t have come at a better time.  With Kaitlyn starting school NEXT WEEK, I just haven’t had time or prioritized “back-to-school” shopping.  We received a great bunch of staples and I can focus my time on creating cherished memories.  After all, with only 18 Summers, memories are what really matters!

 

You can try Rockets of Awesome for 20% OFF with my code: VIV20!  

If you do, please let me know how you like it!

Here’s to a summer of awesome, and less time fighting with kids on what to wear!

*** I partnered with Rockets of Awesome for this post, but all expressed opinions are 100% my own, and Kaitlyn’s! ***

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged: 18 summers, baby, clothing, disneyland, haul, kid box, kids, rockets of awesome, shopping, subscription box, summer, toddler, unboxing

Hello Friends! JuJuBe x Sanrio

August 14, 2017 ·

As you might notice, the blog is still a bit of a work in progress, but I just couldn’t wait to share this post with you guys!

I’m SO excited for the first two collections I get to preview for you from JuJuBe!  If you’re not familiar with Jujube Int’l, they are a mama favorite brand of stylish, fun, and functional bags, with a CULT-LIKE following!  They began with “diaper bags”, but have really expanded into so, so much more!  Their bags are highly functional for anyone on the go, perfect for OCD organization, or someone who just needs a million pockets to stuff things in, like myself.  They are all MACHINE WASHABLE.  Can all the parents out there say, “Hallelujah!”? And best of all, they come out with limited edition prints all the time.

This collaboration with Hello Sanrio is inspired by one of everyone’s favorite modern form of communication: emojis!  Don’t the Sanrio Friends look so adorable and expressive?!The styles I have here are the Jujube Be Right Back (a.k.a. BRB) and the Jujube MiniBe:

I’m obsessed with this perfect mommy & me matching duo!

The BRB has quickly become one of my favorites!  The padded, ergonomic backpack is so easy and comfortable to wear. There are 2 insulated pockets for bottles, one for each kiddo!  If you have “curious” toddlers who like to dig through your bags, you might know my struggles with keeping things hidden from them.  A week in, and they still have yet to find the hidden top pockets and side pocket (where the upgraded memory foam changing pad is tucked away).   They also seem to miss the giant front pocket – a bit of camouflage magic!

I first fell in love with Jujube products for their organizational systems: Be Set pieces and the Be Quick.  You can keep things grouped together, save space, and easy to change items from one bag to the next!  You can see a glimpse of my packing for an average day.  Be Quick for diapers & wipes, Be Set Large for spare outfits, Be Set Large w/strap for mommy’s wallet and essentials,  Be Set Medium for kids’ toys/activities, Be Set Small for medicine/first aid kit.

Kaitlyn loves to carry a whole gaggle of toys and their accessories wherever we go.  The MiniBe can fit some of her dolls, a lovey, a beverage bottle, and then some!  It can also fit a binder, which will come in handy come Kindergarten.  I love that she’s finally old enough to start carrying some of her own load! #momgoals

Finally, how stinking adorable is the mesh, padded back?  A special touch Hello Kitty fans are sure to love!

Are you already a fan of JJB? Looking forward to this print?  Let me know!  The Hello Friends collection launches on 8/15 at 12am PDT!

 

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged: backpacks, be right back, diaper bags, hello friends, hello kitty, ju-ju-be, jujube, mine, mommy and me, preschool, Sanrio, toddler

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