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ENJOYING SIMPLE MOMENTS

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BIKINI- TOP & BOTTOM / SHORTS / SHOES / SUNGLASSES

HAT / BAG 

OAKS SHORTS / SHOES

as Oaks approaches 2 years old, I sit here in aw just remembering that day so vividly when he was born.  Remembering how I felt— almost as if I can feel it deep in my soul at this very moment.  I physically and emotionally remember that day as if it was yesterday.  Wow, how time passes… I get so emotional when I think to deeply about it, but it’s good to think deeply sometimes.  It’s all happy thoughts, but I have a hard time thinking he isn’t always going to be my little baby I can smooch all day.  That I can put him down to sleep and know where he is 24/7, that I can pick up and set on my hip, or sing songs to, bathe, play silly little games with… the list goes on.

BUT— he will always be my baby at heart.  I will always be his mom and he will always be my son, sometimes he may not love my hugs, but he most definitely needs them.  Just as much as I need his. 

Being a mom is hard.  I say that over and over again, but it’s true.  The thing is it doesn’t get easier either.  Yes, you have those easy days and you think “man, I GOT THIS!”, but then in less than 24 hours something else appears and you’re to deal with another thing that popped up. 

It’s a constant learning battle, but also the most rewarding battle.  I can’t tell you enough, that being a mother has turned me into someone I didn’t even know I could be. 

There are days I really don’t know how I’ll make it through, but then there are days that I tear up and wish I could relive.  For example, today I was playing on the stairs with Oaks for the 50th time in a row this morning.  He loves this game where he throws the ball down the stairs, I then catch it and throw it to him.  He LOVES this game.  He even does a little excitement twitch/dance move after he throws it.  you know what I’m talking about if you watch my stories and snapchat!

I was thinking how simple it was to me, but yet AMAZING to him.  Then I thought– when he grows older and doesn’t like this game anymore, and how much I would actually miss it. Even though, I get bugged with it sometimes, I have to put myself in check and remember that these little simple things ARE the BIG THINGS.  Those moments can’t be replaced.  They’re cherished forever.   

Also, just like these photos, another simple moment I will cherish forever are going to lakes and pool, watching him throw rocks or whatever he can find into the water.

That will truly help you enjoy simple (aka big) moments with your little ones.  Because times are tough with them, but my hell— don’t we just love them so much it hurts?!  And did you guys notice how much he doesn’t want hugs or kisses from me in these photos?! haha dying laughing.  

Hope you guys have a good day!

xoxo,

Sara Lynn

THE MAGIC OF OILS

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you know I’m all about the oils, love all the oil on the face the body, and guess what?   I’ve found a good line called Healing Natural Oils, that I wanted to share with you guys.   Now, I ALWAYS test out products before sharing with you.  I share things that I actually use and LOVE.  These are my tried and true products!

I’ve been using their Simply Hair Oil, Simply Face Oil, and Headache Formula for the past month and have noticed a difference in my hair and skin. 

Here is a little background of them. 

For well over a decade, our mission has been to provide only the finest natural products which are ethically produced using the best quality, natural ingredients available. Our formulas have been tried and tested over many years and the positive feedback we have received from our thousands of satisfied customers prompts us to maintain our high standards and ongoing research.

  • All Natural, manufactured in the USA
  • No chemicals, pesticides or additives
  • No animal testing

Simply Hair Oil– I have noticed a difference in breakage, and my hair doesn’t feel as rough through the ends.  It is a lot more shiny too.  Plus this stuff smells amazing.  Just think if you were to walk into a spa.  That is exactly how it smells!  I just use 3-5 drops on my ends every time I wash it.

It contains the well known Morrocan Argan Oil which makes hair softer, silkier and shinier as well as taming any frizz. Some of their ingredients such as Rosemary, have been used for hair care by the people of the Mediterranean countries for centuries.

Simply face oil- This stuff is amazing!   I am not joking– I haven’t broke out at all since using this on my face every night before bed.  Not one little zit has came through yet.  Not to say it won’t happen, but this has kept my face pretty clear. 

But you NEED to hop on the oil train.  It’s extremely hydrating. Here is a list of benefits.

  • They can reduce your wrinkles.
  • They’re good for dry skin.
  • They really protect your skin.
  • They’re the perfect primer for makeup.
  • They can shrink enlarged pores.
  • They can calm down rashes.
  • They’re great for banishing zits.

Their ingredients help to tighten and tone the skin. Simply Face Oil is rich in high concentrations of vitamins, minerals and powerful anti-oxidants, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, essential fatty acids and squalene. Plant extracts contain all the nutrients our skin requires to be healthy – no need for long names you can’t pronounce or chemicals and preservatives.  

Having dry skin can make you break out, and having oily skin can too.  This oil I have been using has kept me from breaking out, made my skin look fresh and dewy.

Headache Formula oil.  This stuff is legit MAGIC.   I’ve used it several times when I have a headache and it helps soothe it.  I wash my hands and put 1-2 drops on my fingers and rub it on my temples and back of neck every 30 minutes until they headache is completely gone.  I usually only have to do that once and it goes away within a few minutes.   There was a time I had a MAJOR headache, and I had to do it 3 times before it went away, but each time I could feel a little relief and it slowly getting better.   I believe this is MUCH better than having to take ibuprofen or tylenol.  You don’t want to use this more then 5x a day as you can oversaturate or exceed dosage.

The smell of these oils, are like I said before, “walking in a spa”. I LOVE the smell of them.  They have a ton of different oils that are used for just about anything.  Go check out their page and use the code “SARA20” to get 20% OFF your first order!

OAKS ROMPER / MY DRESS