AMAZON NEUTRAL HOME DECOR

Hi friends! How are you? Not an intended sabbatical but life has just been too crazy and busy lately leaving little room for blogging. But I am here to check in, bring you some great neutral Amazon decor for the link up with Jill AND it’s Prime Week! So many good deals. 

And I’ve got a perfect life lately shot you’re going to love! 

You’re also going to love these neutral home decor finds. I have bought all these to decorate with, I love them. Nothing here is cheap looking, they’re all made with good materials and I would never share anything with you that I don’t personally love and or use!

Candle Holder Set // Storage Basket // Clock // Cool Key Holder // Rattan Tissue Box Cover // Set of Vases // Lamp // Rug // Coaster Set 

My favorites are the Coaster Set (so sturdy and pretty), the Rattan Tissue Cover (I got 2!) and oh the Vases Set ..... GORGEOUS! The Clock is so cool.

And how great is this new Teak Shower Bench? We love it!

BONUS CUTENESS: The twins brought their Ride On Mercedes suitcases from Amazon that Great Grandma Giga got them...so cute!

This bottom photo  sums up life lately! The best memories made with our beautiful family. All of our kids together for our annual vacation for the first time in several years. 

Fourth of July, my second favorite holiday next to Christmas! 

Family Vacay Recap post soon. 

And one more Fav pic....for my mama who was home with Stella Mae holding down the fort..we love hummingbirds and will have  surprise for you this Fall regarding them.

Please Pray for Texas and HUGS to you all!

Thank you for linking up your Amazon Purchases with us.

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FRIDAY FAVORITES MOM'S WEEKEND

Hi friends! Hope you had a great week and are looking forward to a sweet weekend! Mr. Nine and I drove round-trip nine hours last Sunday to check out something we’ve been dreaming about. We thought it was going to become a reality, but this week got our hopes and dreams dashed. Not going to say it wasn’t a sad couple of days, but we are blessed beyond measure, and we pick ourselves up, dust ourselves off, and know that when something doesn’t work out, it means it wasn’t meant to be. We can still dream, and we know that dream will someday be a reality that I hope to share with you all when it happens. I still found lots of JOY this week to share with you.

THINKING OF YOU

I feel Mother’s should be celebrated every day of the year. And for many it is a HARD day!! Just know I see you and I love you. For those of us still lucky to have our mama’s, thank God each day for that. To all of you who are moms, know you incredible, did the best you could, and you are to be appreciated and celebrated. It's a hard but wonderful gig! 

TEA WITH MOM

Speaking of being blessed to still enjoy time with my mama, to kick off the Mother’s Day celebrations, mom and I went to a Mom & Me tea at an historic home bed-and-breakfast in a local town. Just Lovely! We even got to see the guest rooms...all so quaint!

The outside is pink!!

DRESS HERE // SHOES HERE // BAG HERE // NECKLACE HERE

 

CHECKERED SHOES

40% all sandals Now thru Sunday Target! Sooo many cute ones like these Checkered Ones I got. Comfortable and Darling!

Just look at all the cute ones! I own 3 of these but also think I’m going to order Pearl Embellished and Cherry slides.

Pearls on Raffia HERE //Black HERE // Cognac HERE // Cherries HERE // Bow HERE // Shell on Raffia HERE // Woven Like Birks HERE // Checkered HERE // Blue Foil HERE // Rhinestone Embellished HERE

 

PROTEIN BOWL

One of my easiest protein bowls yet and packing the biggest protein punch! I had bought some chocolate peanut butter protein powder awhile back and wondered what I was going to do with it. I love vanilla protein powder, but I’m not big on the chocolate but let me tell you this easy protein bowl is just right. You mix 3/4 cup of plain Greek yogurt with a scoop of the chocolate peanut butter protein powder, and add a scoop of PB fit protein powder. Mix well. Melt 1 tablespoons of semi sweet chocolate chips smooth on top stick in the fridge for 20 minutes add a dollop of whipped topping, I use the so delicious coco whip, and some berries if you would like. 51 g of protein and oh so delicious!

NATURE/HUMMINGBIRDS 

A hummer was first spotted on May 1st at one of our feeders. Then I didn’t see him again until Monday night sitting on top of a feeder! Thank goodness I had my phone in my hand to get a pic. AND saw 2 fighting yesterday morn.

ONE TWIN PIC LITERALLY….US CHEESIN'

LAST YEAR MOTHER'S DAY....Pic for Title AI Cartoon Image

EXTRA LOVE AND HUGS TO EACH AND 

EVERY ONE OF YOU CUTIES!!!

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AMAZON WHAT I'VE BOUGHT

We’re back with the Amazon link up! Have you bought much this past month? I know a lot of people didn’t buy a lot in January. I’m starting to think SPRING with my purchases. I’ve only got one bathing suit to show you where I'm actually trying it on, but I have gotten This One and This One as well. I just haven’t gotten good pictures because my leg is still a mess so to speak. #surgicalwounds

 

Maybe next month I’ll show you those but let’s get to it, I’ve got some good ones!

DRESS // HEALING CLAY // BRACELETS // SHEETS // BLENDER BOTTLE // E.L.F BEAUTY STICK // SWIMSUIT // HAIR BRUSH // SWEATER

1st, a closer look at the clothes because #fashion lol!

Sweater

This Sweater is so good! It’s definitely in between seasons in Indiana, some days still winter and some days of spring, so with the bow front closure and just wearing a little tank top underneath, 

it’s perfect and so soft!

 

Dress

This DRESS! A party in the back, flattering, midi length, no wrinkle, lined, pretty floral print and great price! What more can you ask for? Easter anyone?

Look how CUTE the back is!

Swimsuit

This Swimsuit is just as flattering as it is cute! I happened to love the striped green and lemon design, but I think I’m going to get it in black as well! Ugh pale...come on sunshine, lol!

Indian Healing Clay 

Have you heard about this Aztec Clay? One of the main uses for it is as a facial, but I’ve got a great detox bath recipe when you are feeling yucky or any of your family members are. 

You mix:

1/2 cup of this clay, 

1/2 cup apple cider vinegar 

1/2 cup Epsom salt 

add all those to a warm bath. 

It will do wonders for you!

 

Bracelets

A few years ago before they became popular, I got a Bracelet Stack like this at Walmart. Well I couldn’t find them so I was excited to see on Amazon! These are all the rage and go with so many outfits.

Sheets

While we are still getting ready to buy a new mattress and bed, like we have been for two years now, our favorite sheets got a big rip. This Set has been on my Amazon Wishlist for 2 years!! They did not disappoint! PERFECTION and so affordable with great reviews!

Protein Bottle Shaker

I lost the little ball in my old Protein Shaker and just wanted a new one since I’ve been making a lot of these shakes. I love the pink color! 

E.L.F Blush Stick

What? $5 for this perfect shimmery Blush Beauty Stick! The Sparkling Rose is beautiful!

 

Hair Brush

As you know I wear my hair in a bun a lot. I like volume for that, pony tails and just poof on top, lol. This Brush is so good at back teasing, lifting and taming. I’m a huge fan of EcoTools, especially their Blush Brush. And, they are good for the planet, made with renewable bamboo.

Thank you for linking up your Amazon Purchases with us.

We’d love it if you’d follow both of us on LTK (LikeToKnowIt) where we share more Amazon fashion, beauty and decor.

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Happy Shopping and Have a GREAT day!

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WHAT TO WEAR TO A HOLIDAY PARTY

A go to for me when picking out a Holiday Party outfit is Chciwish! From Christmas teas to family events to Holiday dinners and everything in between Chicwish has it all. 

 You’ll be festive, cute and on trend yet not break the bank. 

 

These outfits came together so easily. I got compliments on them all and I felt confident and festive in them which was exactly what I was going for. 

 Friday I shared with you the trip to Chicago with my mama. I wore two of these Chicwish outfits to the Holiday Teas and they were perfect!

 

This first one is what I wore to a Christmas tea. 

Candy canes anyone? Oh yes with the shimmer mesh skirt adorned with the peppermint cuteness giving it just a hint of sparkle. Add in a giant Bow on this pale pink knit top and you’ve got the perfect Holiday look. 

Loved the candy canes on the tulle so much that I got it in black too. The deep red top gives classy vibes while still being trendy and fun too.

I even added a bow belt and bow on my hair and love what these accessories added. 

Hair Bow HERE //  Tights HERE // Bow Belt HERE

Speaking of accessories, I’m crazy about a beret hat! Especially this Embroidered Wool One  in pink. Parisian flare all day long. Just imagine throwing a pretty cream coat like This one over the ensemble like mine from Chicwish. You’re seeing pattern here with the Bowknot Knit Sweater Top with the slightly flared sleeves because I was adamant about having one in every color, lol. 

 

Let’s add major sparkle but in a subtle way with the Sequin Maxi Skirt and Cardigan with what a I call sparkle bow buttons. 

 
And just think, you can wear any three of the Bowknot Knit Sweater tops with this maxi skirt making for lots of cute holiday options. 

Something I love about Chciwish is they often restock or still have much loved pieces year after year so many of their pieces in my previous posts are still able to be ordered. Items are often offered in multiple colors. And their new arrivals are released often and are always a treat. I love to blog about and style Chicwish. For some great reviews on my beloved Chicwish, check out these posts: HERE, HERE, HERE (my favorites) and HERE.

 

Which Holiday look is your favorite?

Happy Festive week my Loves! 

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THE NINE'S CHRISTMAS DECOR

3 New Christmas trees. Yep, you heard that right! We've got a classy flocked addition to the dining room, a hot cocoa entry slim tall cutie and the gingerbread adorableness in the basement. That one, BTW, is moving upstairs next year. It was a last minute experiment that I ended up loving. I watched a video that really hit home about Christmas trees the other day. A major home decor influencer had an ugly tinsel, 2 branch tree and said "How come when I photograph my beautiful Christmas trees, they look like this?" I was like, YAASS! My trees are so much more beautiful in person than they photograph. And I how I wish you could all come for a visit. I have many classy things but with the granddaughters, I'm going moving to lots of cute stuff...and next year..a Grinch tree may appear! 

Here we go...

The HOT COCOA CUTENESS

Safe to say...LOVE IT! Remember when I did a Hot Cocoa Tiered Tray? Well, that was the inspiration for it, along with the Marshmallow picks from Hobby Lobby and the Hot Cocoa Bar Sign From Etsy. Smaller hot cocoa wood signs HERE and HERE. The Fabric Marshmallow Snowman ornaments are my favorite.

And get the 7ft FlockedTree HERE. Ribbon HERE. Some Hot Cocoa Ornaments HERE and HERE

The Dining Room

The dining room got a much bigger tree for the corner, it's the My Texas House Flocked tree from Walmart and I love it. I simply added lots of Champagne Ribbon, ornaments and just a touch of red. The Big Snowflake is on sale for $5. And the Faux Fur Tree Skirt with poms for $18.

Love the New peppermint Runner

The Main Tree

Added some bigger balls, lol and lots more picks.

Sweet Stella 

Wreath I made in Entry

With this $12 Blank Flocked Wreath. It's a good one.

The TWINS Tree

2 of every ornament. Custom Name Garland HERE. 

Message them, they are great to work with.

 And New additions to the Candy Christmas Corner

The Christmas Bedroom 

I love it. A magical place to lay your head!

The Gingerbread Tree

Isn't it darling? Covered a teal bench with a cream knit blanket, added some cute pillows and it's a neat little corner. 

Peppermint Throw Pillows HERE. 

Similar Gingerbread HERE

The Big Snowflake Gingerbread are my favorite. 

Copper/red/white Balls HERE, Peppermint Swirls HERE & HERE.

More links on my LTK

There's lots I didn't show you. but after two weeks of setting it all up, I was too tired to photograph and blog about it all, lol. But here are some of the Christmas decor posts of the past.

2020 Decor HERE

2021Decor HERE

2022 Decor HERE

2023 Decor HERE

Happy Festive week my Babes! 

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