Author: lissa612@yahoo.com

What I’m shopping for on Black Friday

Gifts / Holidays / Shopping
November 27, 2019
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If you know you know, but I am not a huge Black Friday shopper. This stems from my many holidays spent working retail. However, there are some AWESOME deals so I do like to shop online when I can! Here are a few things I have been eyeing for a bit just waiting for a sale and I have a feeling…….Black Friday will be the day!!! Truthfully a lot of the sales have already started so if you are like me and go get your tree on Black Friday, snag some of this now!

I have been wanting to buy AirPods for Dusko because he is on SOOOO many conference calls, etc at work. Although, I don’t fully trust that he won’t lose them. lol. But I have heard they have a ping type thing like the watch so I guess I will go with it for now!!!

We got an Echo Show recently and I want to buy them for everyone on our list!!! I am in love with it. If you have a Ring doorbell, it shows up on the screen. Plus, if you don’t have an Alexa, you NEED one!! I was definitely late to the party but we use it ALL the time.

I am dying for this new winter VEST, or this VEST. I am not sure it will go on sale anywhere but I am hoping!! Fingers Crossed. Maybe Dusko Tadic will see this :).

I would love to add this Mirror to my bedroom!! I mean, who wouldn’t right? The 7 foot because I could take mirror selfies in it…lololol. But really, it is so pretty. I also love that it comes in gold, silver, and black!

Something I think YOU should buy!!! Your first pair of Golden Goose Sneakers if you don’t have them yet. They are magical and I basically wear them everyday!!!!

I am going to stock up on my favorite natural deodorant!!! It is 20% off on Friday with code: theblissfulmomma

Last but definitely not least, my favorite skincare and makeup!!! It is currently on sale for 15% off:)

What are you shopping for?!?!?!?!

XOXO,

Lissa

Women’s Gift Guide

Fashion / Gifts / Holidays
November 22, 2019
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Usually this is my FAVORITE Gift Guide to work on but for some reason, I have found it a bit harder this year. I know when I am making my personal Christmas list I want it to be things I wouldn’t necessarily buy for myself. ya know?!?!? I would take a trip or experience over any “thing” but the “things” are nice too:). So here are all the “THINGS” that I either want, you guys suggested, or I have already! Turned out to be a pretty great list if I do say so myself! I linked anything that was “linkable.”

Feel free to forward this post onto your significant other, might really help them with ideas!

ALL the Jewelry

(but let me pick it out!) this was a popular one submitted by all of you!

Upgraded Diamond for Wedding Set

Med Spa Gift Card

Dyson Blow Dryer-UGHHHH I really wanted this but got the T3 because it’s way cheaper

Berkey Water Filter

Tory Burch Miller Sandals

GOOD Snow Boots-Sorels

LV Neverfull

Kitchenaid Mixer

Athleta Salutation Leggings

Manicure gift card

Gym membership

Smeg Nespresso Machine

Yeti Coffee Mug

Mama Necklace

Slippers

Causebox or a subscription box

Vacation-Please take me to Paris!!!! lol, seriously though vacations are just good for your well being. It’s so good to take a break from the everyday and just enjoy life!

Luggage

Merry Christmas!!!!!!

XOXO,

Lissa

***All links are Affiliate Links which means I may make a small percentage off the purchase of these items.***

6 Thanksgiving Day Looks

Fashion / Holidays / Shopping
November 20, 2019
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I swear I’m not a holiday skipper guys!!! I actually REALLY love Thanksgiving. Sometimes Dusko’s birthday even falls on Thanksgiving which makes it even more special. But what isn’t to love about a holiday that you don’t bring gifts, you don’t have to go to church (eek), and all you are required to do is eat?!?!?! I mean does it actually get any better than this? I think not!

Since Thanksgiving seems to have creeped up very quickly, have you had time to think about what you are wearing? Have no fear, myself and fellow blogger, @Meganschramblog have you covered! You should have no problem snagging any of these looks in time for Turkey Day!!! It’s freezing here so I wore tights with two of my looks, you could obviously go without!

Here are Megan’s super cute looks!!

XOXO,

Lissa

All links are Affiliate Links which means I may make a small percentage off the purchase of these items.

Bedroom Christmas Decor

Holidays / Home
November 19, 2019
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I started decorating for Christmas WAY earlier than normal. I have never started before Thanksgiving but this year I decided I didn’t care and I wanted to go crazy! I actually started with our bedroom! I have also never decorated our bedroom for Christmas but it just made sense. I always add trees to the kids room, why not ours?!?!? You see, when I would always wait until after Thanksgiving I just didn’t have enough time to decorate anything else. I am loving our current sleeping and lounging situation and I hope you do too!

I was also feeling pretty proud of myself because a lot of this decor wasn’t super expensive and it adds just the right touch! You can shop all of it HERE. Have you started Decking the Halls?!?!?!

XOXO,

Lissa

***All links are Affiliate Links which means I may make a small percentage off the purchase of these items.***

Christmas Cards with Basic Invite

Holidays
November 15, 2019
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One of the many reasons Christmas is my favorite time of the year is because snail mail becomes a thing again! There is nothing that puts a smile on my face more than opening cards with cute pics on them(well maybe a new handbag, lol)!!!

I am excited to say I have partnered with Basic Invite for the second time this year and couldn’t be happier with the way our Christmas Cards turned out! Continue reading…

Family Christmas Traditions

Holidays / Home / Inspired
November 14, 2019
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I LOVE traditions, especially when they come to the holidays! Ever since we had kids, Dusko & I try to continue on with some of the traditions we had and of course some new ones! But one of my very favorite traditions has and always will be Matching Pajamas! You guys, we both worked for Old Navy for 10+ years. You better believe we were wearing Christmas Jammies before it was actually cool! Even my immediate family has been wearing matching Christmas PJ’s for approximately a decade. Theres something super sweet about knowing you are going to get comfy, festive pajamas to wear for Christmas Eve!

Maxwell is pretty on board with this tradition, Emme would really rather be wearing Princess anything and clearly didn’t want to be in these pictures!!!

Shop Max & Emme’s PJ’s plus some of the decor HERE.

I think in the coming years, Jimmy(our elf) will likely be bringing the kids their matching Christmas Jammies! Who knows, but if you don’t already here’s to hoping you start this fun tradition with your sweet families!

XOXO,

Lissa, Max, & Emme

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Nabisco Pick Your Party Sweepstakes

Eats
November 13, 2019
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Eek!!! If you guys know me by now, you know I LOVE to travel. Almost as much as I love my kids, almost:). So I am SUPER excited to share that I have partnered with the Nabisco Pick Your Party Sweepstakes and want to share it all with you!!! It is SO simple, actually really fun, and you have the chance to win 1 of 4 AWESOME trips!!! Are you ready for the dets?!?!?!??!

Step 1: Go to your local Walmart and pick up a “Party Size” Package of either, RITZ, OREO, or Chips Ahoy! Exactly like the 3 pictured below! Or click here to add them to your cart: http://bit.ly/2NCsLSq

Step 2: Go to www.nabiscoparty.com and scan one of your packages. It’s called Augmented Reality! It is super cool. You literally just scan the front of the package, it doesn’t have to be a specific barcode or anything. Pro Tip: There is even a fun filter!

Step 3: Keep following the rules and pick your dream trip out of these 4 below!!!

Step 4: Eat ALL the RITZ, OREOS, and Chips Ahoy! you want!!!!

Step 5: Cross your fingers for a big win, my trip of choice is NYC for New Years Eve!!!! I was just there in July and had the BEST time. I have always wanted to spend NYE there watching the ball drop in Times Square!!!

GOOD LUCK!!!!!! and most importantly, Happy Snacking!

XOXO,

Lissa

***This post was sponsored but all opinions are my own***

Holiday 2019 Family Pictures

Fashion / Holidays / Shopping
November 11, 2019
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Ahhh, family pictures….Seriously, I am the first to admit they are kind of a dreaded task. And I know Dusko hates doing them especially since my “job” is taking pictures ALL the time!! lol. So I tend to delay them until it’s really time because we all know we need a Christmas Card picture, ammiright?!?!? We took a different approach this time and they were honestly really fun! For starters, my cousin is our photographer. So the kids love her and think she is funny. This is super helpful to have someone that can get them to smile and giggle. But it was legit freezing the day we took pics so we did hurry but also sang some of the kids favorite songs and truthfully just didn’t put pressure on them and I feel like they turned out great! I mean, Emme’s expressions in a lot of these pics are simply priceless and quite honestly I would prefer that. When we look back someday it will remind us more of our kids cute little personalities:).

Another thing I want to chat about it Family Picture Outfits. I feel like often I hear people chatting about how hard it is. DON’T OVERTHINK IT! Pick one print or top and just base everything else around it. If I’m being honest, I tend to pick my outfit first and go from there. Just pull a color from that outfit and add to the rest of the group. Imagine a pod of mannequins at a store. They tend to coordinate, they are obviously going to the same party and or photoshoot! I was happy to admit that the only outfit we bought was Emme’s Super cute jumpsuit! Which we had bought prior to the Family Picture Outfit Selection.

Happy Holidays from my family to yours!

XOXO,

The Tadic Family

All images are Emma Jo Vitallo Photography.

Something for EVERYONE Gift Guide

Gifts / Holidays / Shopping
November 9, 2019
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I am naming this the EVERYONE Gift Guide because these gifts seriously could be for almost everyone! Your neighbor, boss, teacher, mailman, hairstylist, etc. Sometimes these people really leave an imprint on us yet they seem so hard to shop for! I mean, I would take any/all of this in a second!

Small Cheese Board

Another Awesome Cheese Board

Nice Olive Oil & Vinegar Set

Cooking Spice Gift Box

Turkish Dish Towels & a cozy coffee mug

Customizable Candle or My favorite Candle

Handlettered quote in a frame

Local Themed Baskets

Hand Soap & Lotion Set

As always, HAPPY Shopping! Don’t forget to add two to the cart. You know you need a new wooden spoon set too:).

XOXO,

Lissa

***All links are Affiliate Links which means I may make a small percentage off the purchase of these items.***

Toddler Gift Guide

Gifts / Holidays / Kids / Shopping
November 9, 2019
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Hey guys! These gift guides have been SO fun to put together. It’s basically like I’m shopping!!! I am super passionate about this toddler gift guide since I have two toddlers. But just like the other gift guides, all of you were super helpful with your ideas so thank you so much!!! I would say almost all of this gift guide is gender neutral. I think babies, frozen toys, etc you are likely already buying so I tried to compile a list a little outside of the box.

Experiences

Annual Family Museum or Zoo Pass

Gymboree or Little Gym Classes

Swim Lessons for the year

Highlights Magazine Subscription

Furniture

Personalized with Family name wooden growth chart

Toddler Couch, its not just a couch though, the kids can build forts, etc!!! its so cool. I want one:)

Personalized Comfy Chair to watch TV

Easel

Personalized wooden name puzzles

Orbeez or Generic Water Beads