Simplicity✨it’s one of the things I’ve loved most about this whole quarantine experience.

Slower mornings mean I can cook my husband breakfast (and for a husband who’s love language is acts of service thats a win first thing in the am for me🤪), and slower schedules mean momma’s not over scheduling herself and stressed out, so we get to enjoy each other in every moment of the day.

It’s amazing what happens when you’re forced to slow down. You actually start loving the simpler, more important things in life.

Speaking of simple, linking my favorite basics here like this bodysuit and fave pair of @abercrombie jeans

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Anxiety- it’s something I’ve honestly struggled with my whole life. (ad) This crisis we are going through has brought up so many emotions and something that can easily lead us into fear.

I want to share with you what has helped me in this time to breakthrough those feelings of uncertainty: It’s simple. Focusing on the things I can control, not the things I can’t. Those things I can’t control are up to the big man, not me.

I plan my days around what I know CAN go right:
✨prayer

✨being a good, intentional wife and mother

✨working out

✨eating on my nutrition plan
St. Francis Medical Center together with @myhealthesteem are raising awareness on how to consistently choose things in your life that raise your health esteem, make you feel good, and add joy to your life. What are some things you can do today to raise YOUR #healthesteem today? For more tips, follow @myhealthesteem

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“In the rush to return to normal, use this time to consider which parts of normal are worth rushing back to”  -Dave Hollis

The list of things to do after quarantine are loooooong, ya’ll, but I have to say I’ve enjoyed this time to reflect on what matters most in my life and prioritize those things that add value back in.

What are some things you’ve noticed you can/can’t do without?

Workouts with friends are at the top of my list that I miss the most!!

 

I know we could all use a “quarantine” pick me up treat right now!

Here’s our 4 ingredient, super easy and healthy blueberry cobbler dessert that’s sure to cheer you up!

chop up 1/4 c pecans for your “crust”….you can use a blender or grind them (either works). Once chopped, place them at bottom of your serving bowl

add in 1/4 c oikos vanilla yogurt

drizzle with honey

top with handful of blackberries and serve!

if you want an additional topping, chop up half of peanut butter perfect bar to top!! 

Enjoy! This is so simple to make and so satisfying!!

In these times where you can order literally anything to your doorstep, including meals, it seems nearly impossible to keep up with what’s going on. Here’s a friendly reminder to just be HERE. #ad Being present and enjoying things in the moment help me relax and raise my #healthesteem. Life comes at us faster than ever, so do something today that lets you have fun, live in the moment, and bring you happiness. 

I like to reset my mind by getting messy in the kitchen with my family, making meals, experimenting with different spices that I’ve never tried (because my husband is literally a genius in the kitchen and can make anything he puts his mind to…he makes me try so many new things!!), and enjoying the fruits of our labor together! 

Head over to instagram stories to see us in action! Here’s our 3 favorite recipes that are so good and easy! 

Recipe 1: Overnight oats 

1⁄4 c oats 

1⁄4 c milk 

1⁄4 c yogurt 

1 tsp honey 

*mix ingredients together and place in refrigerator overnight 

*enjoy in the morning for breakfast or mid morning snack! 

*add fruit if desired 

Recipe 2: Crockpot Pork Tenderloin 

1⁄2 lbs boneless pork tenderloin 

1 cup chicken broth 

1⁄2 cup balsamic vinegar 

1 tbsp worcestershire sauce 

1 tbsp soy sauce 

1 tbsp honey 

2 cloves garlic 

*place pork tenderloin in crockpot 

*in mixing bowl, combine all ingredients together 

*pour over pork tenderloin 

*cook for 6 hours on low 

Recipe 3: Quinoa Turkey Meatballs 

2 lbs ground turkey 

1 cup cooked quinoa 

1 yellow onion diced 

6 cloves garlic 

1 cup chopped spinach 

1 egg whisked 

2 tbsp soy sauce 

1 tbsp italian seasoning 

1 tsp dried oregano 

1 tsp salt 

1 tsp pepper 

*preheat oven to 350 degrees 

* in a large bowl, combine all ingredients together 

*roll into balls and place on a baking sheet 

*bake for 25-30 mins or until golden brown

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I love an outfit that can be worn many ways, many times! Here’s an adorable two piece set that I’ve styled 6 ways for you! Each time you wear it, you’ll feel like you’re wearing a totally different outfit!

1. Option 1 is ofcourse the orginal set. Really cute and comfy. Pattern is a fun sage green and daisy print. It’s also available in a pretty yellow color too! Shop it here!

 

2. Option 2 is for all my kimono trend lovers! I love me a good kimono…..it’s something that can be so versatile! Wear it over a set like this, with a bodycon dress, some denim shorts, or as a swimsuit coverup! Shop it here!

 

3. Option 3…just add a graphic tee! So cute and easy…I love this color but I’ve also linked more than one option because you can’t have just one graphic tee…..they are the easiest closet staple that looks so adorable paired with a skirt like this! Shop this look here!

4. Option 4…pair it with a crop top! This one is actually part of another two piece set but I loved the pretty pink color! Shop it here! 

5. Option 5…another crop top that I couldn’t pass up sharing with ya’ll. This one has the cutest exaggerated ruffle sleeve and also comes in black! Shop it here! 

6. Option 6…pair the top with a maxi skirt! This one gives me all the mermaid vibes and makes me feel so feminine! Shop it here! 

Rounded up my top 5 favorite looks for Valentine’s Day and this was a crowd favorite!

It’s the cutest little sweater from @shopimpressions ❤️ that’s sure to make your heart happy!!

I love the texture and colors…try on is in stories!! #perfectcollective #stylpcs

Shop similar sweaters here 

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I have to take ya’ll back to 5 years ago to explain. We had just welcomed our second baby girl into the world, Molly Claire. I just put her down for a nap and got a phone call that twisted my world upside down and all over the place. “Ms. Derveloy, you and your husband need to schedule an appointment ASAP to review his lab results.”

A day later we went to the appointment and at 33 years old, my husband was diagnosed with Stage 3a colon cancer.

I escorted myself to the bathroom to vomit. The nurses were waiting for me outside because they knew.

Fast forward to the chemo treatments and all of the abnormal activities that became a new normal for us: doctors appointments, mouth sores, food sensitivities, constant sickness, etc. In that time there was only one thing that remained a happy constant for us….DATE NIGHT.

This was what I looked forward to every week. It was the one thing I knew would 100% bring me joy. My love for fashion grew so much because style had a whole new meaning: everything I wore on those nights became tied to an experience with the person I loved more than anything in my life and wanted all my memories tied to.

So, that’s the real reason I love date night…

It’s why I love pairing and sharing date night looks with ya’ll…

Because you’ll have an experience to remember your night with in something you feel amazing in 🙂

Here’s my top 5 V-day looks for you:

LOOK 1

1. This one is one of my favorites. It’s a beautiful midi slit black sequin skirt with a polka dot tan and black sweater. So classy and cute, and the price is even better!

 

LOOK 2

2. Some sassy polka dot tights with a leather skirt and a ribbed turtle neck sweater. A little bit of fierce with a little more sass, and a whole lot of chic.

LOOK 3

3. This one is comfy, casual, and still so so cute. It’s a tweed blend sweater from shopimpressions boutique. I’ve also linked a similar one in pink. Jeans are my current fave from Abercrombie that I’ve been wearing on repeat since Christmas. Such a beautiful winter white color.

LOOK 4

4. A pretty combo that’s 2 looks in 1 by simply wearing it without the blazer. Love the mixing of pinks together too! Such a cute way to dress up jeans and add a soft pop of color!

LOOK 5

5. A fun little sweater with a cute colorblock feel. Pretty colors and a nice texture with the ribbed sweater feel. Really good price too!

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I love all of these looks because you can easily switch out each bottom with jeans or a skirt to dress it up or dress it down!

I hope you find a look you love and enjoy your experience in an outfit that makes you feel amazing!

xoxo,

Lauren

 

4am is the earliest I’ve ever gotten up on a Sunday, but for good reason! Headed out to Napa Valley to finalllly meet my brand coach in person. So excited to kick off the first trip of 2020 with a retreat she’s hosting focused on growth and development…”if you’re not teachable, you’re not reachable”….@theweberco I am ready for you!!!

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Hats off to the #weekend!!!

Sharing these two @amazonfashion favorites over on stories! It’s been a great start to my weekend…we have so much planned and then I’m headed out Sunday to Napa Valley with a great group of girls. Have you been before? It’s my first time and I can’t wait to take y’all along on stories!!

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