Christina Laur

This summer is flying by.  Our little girls turned 2 and 5 in June so we celebrated with a joint Pony Party at a local farm here in New Jersey.  I wanted to do something outdoors but since the kids are mostly under 5 a pool type of party didn't make sense and this seemed like a cute idea. The kids rode horses, took a hayride to the barn with a petting area and roamed the farm playing. I love to decorate and although I couldn't do much at the farm I did add some plaid and burl… Read more

I love love love to pick out holiday outfits and 4th of July is no exception to the rule.  I have done some scouting for the cutest 4th of July outfits and posted some of them here. All of these can also be worn throughout the summer and not just for the 4th.  Tons of these are on SALE so shop quick. Click the PHOTOS to shop! Happy 4th! J.  Crew $39.50 $44.95 American Eagle $29.97 SALE $44.95 American Eagle Sugar Fix by BAUBLE BAR $12.97 Universal Thread for Target SALE $12.98  Nords… Read more

Life is crazy and I have very little, almost no alone time but every other Tuesday I wake up way earlier than I should from my post night shift sleep and my girls are at Pre-K and Grandma’s so....I grab a coffee, get my nails done and walk around Homegoods. Sometimes I buy something, other times I don’t. Should I be sleeping? Yes. Do I have bags under my eyes? Double yes, but this is my baby free time to fill my cup. I’m constantly the caretaker at work and home and so are a lot of y… Read more

Hi All!  I have struggled with my skin as long as I can remember so while my skin is not perfect by a long shot I feel like I have tried so many, many things throughout the years.  Facials, peels, expensive products, inexpensive products, prescriptions, you name it.  I wanted to share some of my all time favorites and what I am currently using in case there are some other women in their 30's still battling the occasional breakout.  Dermologica Special Cleansing Gel $37.00 The spa I … Read more

Lately, and I guess I don't mean lately as in this week, but over the past few years there has been what feels like a huge rise of mom-shaming.  We've forgotten that we are in this together.  My guess is that this has much to do with social media.  While social media offers us so many wonderful things we are essentially putting ourselves out there for all to see.  We are vulnerable, on display with each photo and each thought we post.  The comparison has gotten out of hand.  W… Read more

Jo Malone SO, this is kind of a lie because I've been loving it for a few years.  A lot of people still don't know about this brand and the scents are so subtle but long lasting.   They aren't cheap but good perfume just isn't.  Over the years I've mostly hated perfumes and at times couldn't even tolerate wearing them which is so weird, I know.  Roses by Jo Malone is my go to, I'm obsessed and may never try another scent. IT Superhero Mascara  THIS mascara, OMG.… Read more

This is my favorite time besides Cyber Monday to shop Winter clothes.  I'm sharing some of my Nordstrom's SALE picks.  They're all under $50 except for the boots.  Everything listed is 25-60% off.  New Jersey is still cold for a while and a few of the tops and cardigans can be worn as we eventually transition into Spring, which I LOVE.  Free shipping and free returns as always.  CLICK the photos to shop! Quantities are already limited on SALE items.   Happy Shopping! 1. S… Read more