.. Summer is coming & here come body image issues ..

Ehhh... Summer is here & I'm ready??

I've never really been one to have issues with the way my body looks, at least I think it is not to the extreme where I have said that I hated my body. I've aways been the chunky one in my family since I was a little girl, with the thick legs and fuller body. Through my school years I was always the thicker girl amongst my friends but never really felt "Ugly" or "Fat". I always just accepted th fact that even when I was at a lower weight my thighs would remain thick! 

Married and a now a mom, has brought changes in my body that honestly I don't mind, wider hips & well my thunder thighs are still here. My husband has never made me feel not wanted, if anything he's more into my body than ever before! Which I appreciate, he makes me fell loved for the person I am as well as my thunder thighs, Lol. 

Summer is always a time where I feel a little shy to whip out the shorts, dresses and skirts jus because well I hate NYC summer weather, humidity kills me!!! Plus I do tend to feel a little self conscious about how big my thighs look or how the outfit doesn't seem to look like it did on the model, just a small voice in my head that makes me doubt myself. 

Do I hate myself? N-O! 

Do I hate my body? N-O!

Yes I do get a little hesitant, Yes I do have a little self-doubt but I just push those thoughts out of my head and rock the hell out of my outfit. 

I truly do love myself & my body, especially since the magical experience of giving birth. You truly appreciate your body, and see the immense capability it has, So how can you not love it?!?!

So heres a little service announcement for us all (including me)

LOVE YOURSELF, LOVE YOUR BODY, LOVE

 EVERYTHING THAT MAKES YOU, Y-O-U!

You're perfect, You're Special, You're One-of-a-Kind, You're YOU!!!

So this summer put on that romper, the skirt and shorts you doubted about and Love yourself! 

.. Stride Rite, Bringing comfortable yet stylish footwear to tootsies everywhere! ..

Stride Rite has always been a classic staple in footwear for tootsies everywhere. As parents we look for shoes that will offer our children the feeling of being able to conquer the concrete jungle, suburban playground and all of the places those curious little tootsies travel to.
Stride Rite has given little feet a chance to wander and not worry about their shoes hurting them or putting a stop to their adventures.




 I was invited to a sneak peek of Stride Rite's upcoming Spring and Fall collection.
Not only did I fall in love with their wonderful styles, bright colors, flexibility and array of choices but Frida wanted to bring home at least a pair of each shoe she liked! She was already making plans as to what shoe she would wear and where she would wear it to!
One of the things I love about Stride Rite is how they reinvent their shoes to stay hip and in style.
Stride Rite has kept tootsies in style since their first shoe was introduced in 1919, now in 2017 they remain a favorite not only for us parents but for our littles as well.

The Leepz offer great cushioning for kids , they are available in different colors for little and big kids.  

Stride Right offers awesome styles for everyday play no matter the season!

Stylish & comfortable shoes for those beginner walkers! Those first steps will be on point with these shoes!

One of Stride Rite's featured brands Sperry offers just as much style as security in keeping little tootsies comfortable.

Merrell is the perfect fit for your little adventurer, hikes will be easy-peasie
for those tootsies ready to take on the world!

Keds, offers your little fashionista a vast selection to keep their tootsies stylish!

Frida was sure to let me know she loved these Sperry Shoes, just as well as she fell in love with Leepz!
She wanted a pair of each shoe in every color it came in! 

Stride Rite, a classic shoe that will be a part of your little ones wardrobe for years to come.

Make sure that next time your looking to vamp up your little ones shoe style, you check out Stride Rite, a vast selection for your littles. Comfortable, stylish and affordable shoes to keep up with the adventures your little one will embark on.

Disclosure: This is not a sponsored post. We were gifted a pair of shoes for attending Stride Rites Spring & Summer showcase but all opinions and words are 100% our own as always.

.. Monday Mayhem Wishlist!! ..

Spring days are here & summer is just around the corner. 

So Ive been eyeing a few pieces to add to my wardrobe. Something with some color besides my usual black!

Below are some of the pieces my heart is desiring:

This Forever21 Tie Dye T-Shirt is a must! Not inly is it Tie Dye but it also has Stuck in the 90's written on it! Umm.. Hello..Duh! It has to be in my closet!

Forever 21 is definitely owning the Tie Dye game

Tie Dye & Ren & Stimpy plus Whatever!! 

No brain tease here this piece will worn on those summer days.

Forever 21

Tie Dye Romper! Enough said!

:)

This awesome Tie Dye hat with a melting happy face is available at Urban Outfitters

OMG!! I need these!!! :)

 Mother of pearl sandals from Iron Fist Clothing 

are a must!!!

Sunshine in my room with Urban Outfitters

 I can dream of sunny days with this groovy tie dye duvet cover!