Working from Home

     Staying organized is the key to working from home, but the best part of all being in your pajamas the whole day! Although sometimes it can be hard to focus because you are at home and surely there is a million other things you can be doing. I do go into the office most of the time but there are certain projects I take home to do in my spare time.

     A mini whiteboard was the best purchase I ever made, daily I make a list of everything I need to get done including appointments I have. This gives an outline of my day separate from my planner. This whiteboard holds my life!

     I also have a whiteboard monthly calendar I use for important dates, meetings, and deadlines. Outlining my month helps me to plan out better what I need to work on to make sure it is done on time.

     Have a separate space, it's essential. This will help to keeping in the zone and knowing when you are at that desk you are only there for work. When you need a change of scenery head to Panera or Starbucks, have lunch watch your favorite show on Netflix and then get to work for the afternoon!

Happy Working xoxo

Stocking Stuffers

     For most a stuffed stocking is the best part of Christmas morning, and it doesn't have to break the bank. Stores make it reasonable to pick up stocking stuffers, for example last night at Bath & Body Works I found mini hand lotions for 3 for $12. Can't beat it! Great items for stockings can also be found in the dollar bins at Target as you walk in the door.

General: 
~ Candy: you can even buy this at the dollar store just make sure to watch the best by date
~ $5 Gift Cards: Nothing beats a gift card to Starbucks or their favorite restaurant
~ Magazines
~ Slipper Socks: You can find them EVERYWHERE
~ Winter Accessories: Sets come really cheap at Target
~ Bookmarks: Have a family bookworm? Make them some adorable bookmarks
~ Movie: or even movie tickets!
~ Pajamas: Cute winter pajamas are always fun to get
~ Umbrella: Cute Funky umbrellas are always a must

Adults: 
~ Phone Case
~ Nail Polish
~ Chapstick
~ Wine Stopper
~ Lotto Tickets
~ Candles: The ones from Bath & Body Works smell soooo good!
~ Cookie Cutters
~ Magnets
~ Coffee Mug: Starbucks always has adorable ones
~ Elf Make Up: Watch for what to have & what not to have coming up on here soon
~ Headphones
~ Lotion: They have great travel ones at Bath & Body Works
~ Mini Sewing Kit: Practical!

Happy Stuffing xoxo

Affordable Gifts Under $5

     Are you one of those people who wants to get everyone a gift, but don't have a huge pocket book? I have been searching for affordable gifts perfect for teachers, colleagues, and peers at school.

Hot Chocolate Art
Decorate a can of hot chocolate with themed paper to go with the holidays and include a few candy canes. You can find all this at the dollar or discount store!

Tile Coaster
Pick up tiles at Lowes or Home Depot for a very reasonable price and paint from Michaels or Joann Fabric's and decorate them. You can give someone an entire set of coasters for less than $5.

Mason Jar Sewing Kit
Put together sewing kits into mason jars which can be picked up at the dollar store

Bread in a Bottle
Place all the dry ingredients into a bottle or mason jar for a quick bread like muffins. Then attach a tag with the baking directions and liquid ingredients needed!

Key Holder
Pick up the hardware and fabric needed for key holders at your local craft store, you can make tons of these for very reasonable.

Baking Kit 
Put together a baking kit in a box with sprinkles, cupcake accessories, and dry cake mix. This is extremely creative and is a great gift for neighboring families.

Happy Holiday Shopping xoxo

Homemade Facial Scrub

     In part of my lazy Sunday at home, I took some time to look up homemade facial scrubs! I found one that consisted of Organic Coconut Oil & Baking Soda, super easy. As much coconut oil as you desire and then a pinch of baking soda, mix and scrub it on. The best thing about coconut oil? It leaves your skin smooth and doesn't clog your pours! I loved this scrub and it saved me tons of money rather than going out and getting a premade scrub from the store.

xoxo Have a great evening! 

Lazy Sunday Morning

Happy Sunday Everyone,

     Fall is my favorite, from the leaves to the fact that I have a couple of weeks off from the barrel racing trail. I am taking complete advantage of a weekend off and enjoying my Gingerbread Latte, Homemade Scones, and Wood Stove.

     This morning I made my scone recipe from yesterday but swapped the orange zest for some lemon zest and they turned out wonderful. This has made me want to keep trying different combinations and I would love to hear about ideas from you?

     Today I am going to work on putting together Thanksgiving Hostess gifts, stay tuned for another post later!

Never a morning without my laptop and latte 

Lemon Zest Chocolate Chip Scones


xoxo Until Later

Tasty Fall Treats

     This year I am taking a Cooking for Wellness class and learning how to make wonderful treats from scratch. It has certainly opened my eyes to a whole new world in the kitchen. I am going to be honest, it is extremely convenient to swing into the grocery store and grab their already made baked goods for whatever event you are heading off too, but nothing beats homemade. I have spent some time putting together all these yummy recipes that are quick, easy, and still taste great!

Oatmeal Orange Zest Scones
4 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 sticks of butter, chilled
3 cups rolled oats
1 cup orange zest
2 cups buttermilk

1. Preheat the oven to 375
2. Mix together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into a large bowl.
3. Cut the cold butter into small pieces and add into the flour bowl.
4. Use either your fingers or a pastry cutter to rub or cut the butter into the mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
5. Add oats and orange zest, tossing until evenly distributed.
6. Add the buttermilk and stir with a fork until you can gather the dough into a rough ball
7. Sprinkle a board with flour and put dough on it
8. Knead 6 or 7 times
9. Divide the dough into 3 equal parts
10. Pat each part into a circle about 1/2 inch thick
11. Cut each circle into 10 wedges
12. Put the wedges on ungreased baking sheets 1/2 inch apart and bake for about 25 minutes or until the scones are lightly brown

     These scones taste just as great as the ones you can pick up at the fair! I am going to take these to Thanksgiving for breakfast and an hoping they'll be a hit!

Stay tuned for more treats! xoxo

Fall Favorites

     I'm glad to finally have my life settle down a little and be back! It has finally reached my favorite time of year, FALL! I wanted to share some of my favorite outfits, accessories, and items to wear in the chilly weather.

     Infinity scarves or any scarf really are my favorite fall accessory! They go with anything and can dress up a pretty casual outfit. My favorite outfit right now is a long sleeve shirt with an infinity scarf, straight leg dark wash jeans and flats. It's the perfect combination for both work and school.

They're cute & warm!

Perfectly work casual

     Boots and jackets are adorable in the fall and are perfect for the weather with the correct accessories. Below are some of my favorites I have found on Pinterest. 

The black jeans and dressy shirt make this outfit class and work appropriate along with still cute and casual. Im completely in love with the earrings!

The boots are adorable and this outfit is perfectly cozy. 

Accessories, Accessories- My favorite thing! 

     Right now I am loving gold accessories especially gold rings. Another fall favorite of mine are knitted headbands. Not only do they keep your ears warm but they're cute and fun. The best thing about them is they go with my favorite clothing items, hoodies. Below are some of my favorite accessories. 

     I work in an office and have to dress professional everyday so I have looked long and hard to find cute outfits that are still comfy. At a sweater, leg warmers, and boots to a summer dress and you've got yourself the perfect fall outfit. 

Sweaters are great additions to summer outfits making them just perfect for Fall like in the outfit below. 

Thanks for reading & check back soon for lazy fall day outfits that still have style! 

xoxo Until Next Time 

Must Haves For Class

      I am one of those students who is still enjoying the last part of summer, until classes start in exactly two weeks! Registration was yesterday, which got me in the mood for getting things back together for the up and coming school year. I have a few things that I must have to keep me organized in class!

Must Have

~Planner
~Notebooks
~Binder with College Ruled & Printer Paper
~Sticky Notes
~Pencil Pouch with Supplies

Happy Organizing xoxo

Keeping Clothes Organized

     Trying to keep clothes all in order in the closet can be a challenge from time to time! Simple tips can keep things much more organized, so nothing is never lost. 

Keep all your shoes off the floor by hanging them in a rack on the back of the door. They are super cute, come in every color, and are very reasonably priced. 

Plastic bins are huge space savers and it is really easy to keep things organized. 

Towel racks & bins work perfect to keep things away and on the wall saves tons of space. With a towel rack you can see all your necklaces and accessories. 

Here is one of the plastic bins used for storage in the closet! 

I made these cute labels for the bin above to keep things in order. 

Want a set of your own labels? Just comment on here with your contact information and I will contact you for details! 

Happy Organizing xoxo

What's in my Tote?

     For all of you starting college classes this week, I have included below what you can find in my tote during school! Remember to keep organized and everything in order to avoid loosing your mind.

iPad with Case: I carry my iPad with me in its case because it's so much more portable than my laptop. The battery life is a lot longer and I'm lucky enough to have internet on it so it's usable even when I don't have wifi. The only thing I don't do on my iPad is write papers but I often have notes written on them regarding assignments I have. If I start out with a full battery in the morning it can easily last all day!

Planner: I always carry my planner with me no matter where I go. Daily for each class I fill out anything I have to do, along with due dates. I also write down my work hours on the each day and anything major along with dates bills are due I put on the monthly calendar.

Notebook: Sometimes I would rather take notes in my notebook than on my laptop so I always carry one with me, and you never know when you'll need a sheet of paper! I love the ones you can pick up at Target that are the Mead Trapper with the pocket on the front cover.

Glasses/ Contacts: I always carry my contact case with a mini bottle of solution and my glasses with me! You never know when your eyes are gonna get dry or you will need to put your contacts for a science lab.

Wallet: Don't ever leave your wallet at home, you never know when you'll need your Student ID card, license, or a few bucks to grab a coffee!

xoxo Happy Organizing

Heading Out

Hi Everyone,

     Tomorrow morning bright and early my Mom, Brother, and I will be headed to Boise, Idaho to spend a few days with my Aunt. Each summer we make the trip, and honestly it's the best days of the year. The drive is 8 hours of dessert but hey thats okay! The halfway mark is Pendleton, Oregon where we stop for diesel and shop at D&B Supply (yay for no sales tax)! Also, we will be stopping in Ontario, Oregon to look at Treasure Valley CC and hopefully find out more information about their Rodeo Team.
     I have been busy packing, and always remember to make lists so you don't forget anything or pack un needed items! Each evening I will hopefully find time to post pictures of the adventures along the way and keep you all up to date. For those of you heading off to college, Good Luck!

Until Later xoxo

Healthy Study Snacks

     Often times I find myself not studying at home in my room but at a coffee shop or Starbucks. There I find myself more driven to study, and get assignments done without as many distractions. A couple of healthy drinks include, skinny latte with sugar free vanilla and passion fruit teas without the sweetener. Greek yogurt or nonfat is a great snack for anytime of the day. Oatmeal especially from Starbucks is a great way to start the day off, and keeps you full well into the afternoon. Popcorn and Nature Valley granola bars are a great snack to keep handy and have anywhere for those unexpected study sessions.                        Stay away from vending macines and carb/ sugar filled snacks!  

xoxo Happy Studying!

Staying Organized in Class

     Classes get crazy, notes get messy but the way to succeeding is to keep as organized as possible. I want to share with you guys some of my tips, to keep as organized as possible and have a great year!

1. Use a Planner
     Write everything down, and especially due dates and times when you have study groups or work. It will help to keep you as organized as possible and give you an overall view of what your day, weeks, and months look like. If you have a long term assignment, write down a reminder for a couple weeks before it is due to keep you in check! A planner keeps are the "surprise" due dates away!

2. Make To Do List
     Trust me you will get a lot more accomplished in a day if you write down everything you need to do. During the school year I keep a notebook full of to do list for stuff regarding classes, and it has helped to keep me much more organized.

3. Use Colorful Pens & Markers
     My planner, to do list, and notebooks are all color coded! Test have one color, study groups another, and homework has its own color too. This keeps things so much more simple and then I know exactly what I am talking about all the time.

4. Keep an Organized Filing System
     The expando filing systems you can find for super cheap are great to keep things all in order, like bills, and notes for upcoming exams, mid terms, and finals.

5. Notebooks
     Give each class its own notebook for notes that will be taken in class. Trust me life becomes simpler around finals when you have all the notes in one spot!                                                        

Happy Organizing xoxo

Clothing Classics

     Back to School shopping can be insane, but you can take the most simple items and have adorable outfits. There are a few classics to stick to year around! Keep it simple, and don't stress, and always remember cute & comfy.

Raincoat

Fleece Jacket

Dark Skinny Jeans

Basic White Tee

Solid Scarf

Classic Tote Bag

Have fun school shopping, xoxo

Living on a Budget

     College is the best time of your life, but when it comes to finances may be the worst. If your parents are willing to help you, take advantage of it!

Budget Tips: 
1. Make a list
     Nothing will feel better than crossing things off your list and if its not on your list, don't buy it! 
2. Stick to your list
     At the store don't buy something that isn't on your list, you probably don't need it.
3. Buy in Bulk
     You will save a lot buying in bulk and at costco, especially for those things you eat a lot of or that don't go bad very quick. If you eat yogurt every morning it is probably cheaper to buy a case at Costco.
4. Plain Foods
     You can do a lot more than you think with plain foods like chicken! 
5. Use everything possible
     Don't let all your left overs go to waste. 
6. Savings Cards
     At the chain super markets use rewards cards, to get cheaper prices on food and in the end you can usually save on gas! 
7. Drink Water
     It's free!
8. Make your own food
     You will save money making your own food instead of eating out. 
9. Pack a lunch
     The lunch box I told you not to forget to pack will come in handy to take your lunch with you especially when you have a busy day on campus. 
10. Buy seasonal
     It cost a lot less to buy fruits and veggies when it is their season.
11. Coupons!
     You'll save so much! 
12. Stick to a realistic budget
     Don't make your budget much less than you will actually spend, plan appropriately. 
13. Generic Foods
     Those generic foods that are just as good as name brand? Buy them!
14. Dairy
     It's cheap & filling. 
15. Nut Butter
     It is filling and much better for you than real butter. 
16. Tupperware
     Store meals and eat them out of the same container. 

What to Avoid: 
1. Junk food
2. Sugar Cereal
3. Packaged Snacks
4. Things from Gas Stations
5. Don't go shopping hungary

Remember to save, save, save before heading off shortly! xoxo

Keep it or leave it?

     As hard as it may be, there are certain things you just don't want to take with you to college! For example, your furry pets you've grown up with won't exactly fit in the dorm life, and are better off at home with your parents. Remember, you will be coming home for breaks and so maybe wait until Thanksgiving you pack up your super warm clothes for winter? Factor that and weekend visits home in when packing.

Don't Need:
1. Tons of Notebooks-> Remember in college you can take notes on your laptop!
2. TV-> You can watch most everything online now
3. Printer -> They have printing stations all over campus
4. Appliances-> Especially if you are living on campus you won't need anything more than a mini fridge
5. All your clothes!
6. Tons of Nick Nacks-> Pictures are a must but put them all on a board & it will decorate your wall too.

Packing for College

When packing up your entire life remember, you still have a home and don't take what you won't need!

Electronics: 

- Printer

- Laptop 

- All Chargers

- Headphones

- Surge Protector

- Fridge

- Microwave

Try to coordinate with your roommate prior to move in on who is bringing what with items such as the microwave and fridge! 

Bed: 

-Sheets (2 sets)

- Comforter

- Pillows

- Memory Foam (dorm beds aren't known to be comfortable!)

- Under bed storage

Room: 

- trash can (check if this is supplied by the school)

- storage

- pictures

Bath

- cosmetics

- hair dryer

-shampoo & conditioner

- body wash

- laundry detergent

- hair products

-mirror

- towels/ wash clothes (at least 2 each)

- medical products

     If you are living in a suite then coordinate with roommates on who is bringing the shower curtain and mini ironing board! 

     Don't forget to purchase a shower caddy because it will make your life so much more simple especially if you have to use a community bathroom. 

Inside pack the following: 

- Washcloth & Towel

- Flip Flops

- Shampoo & Conditioner

- Body Wash

- Face Cleanser

- Toothbrush & Toothpaste

- Deodorant

Happy Packing & remember to check on any items you cannot bring to your school! 

Until tomorrow xoxo

Dorm & Apartment Essentials

     Whether you are moving into an apartment or dorm room there are a few essentials everyone needs to keep organized throughout the crazy school year! I have prepared printables for budgeting along with links to organizing essentials along with many other quick tips, if you have any I would love to hear back and be able to include them on here. 

Happy Packing! 

Don't forget to pack: 

- Water Bottle

- Tupperware

- Electric Water Kettle

- Sleep Mask

- Multivitamin

- SPF Moisturizer

- Hand Sanitizer 

Under Bed Storage

Under Bed bins are great for storing shoes or those clothes you don't wear daily! 

Storage Bins

Roommate Tips! 

1. Have a calendar in a common area where you can write down when visitors will be coming and bills are due. This way there are no monthly surprises! 

2. Designate areas in cupboards and the fridge for each of your food. 

3. Keep loose change and $1 bills in a box in the kitchen for those nights you want to order take out.

4. Plan ahead!

5. If you don't want your roomie to use it, then keep it in your room! 

Got your own tips? Email Me! 

Welcome to College Week!

     My greatest apologizes once again to all of you, there was a death in the family so I have been busy and out of touch this last week.
     Welcome to College Week, as many of you are off to college in just a few short weeks these next few days are dedicated to making the transition and move easier on you.

Monday : Packing

Tuesday: What to leave at home

Wednesday: Budgeting

Thursday: Apps for a simpler life

Friday: School Supplies

Hope you all enjoy the rest of the weekend! xoxo

Summer Time Blues

Hi All,

     I want to personally apologize for being away, I was on vacation, chasing cans, and then some family stuff has come up. Don't worry I am back and you aren't getting rid of me now! Next week is official, "College Week" on here so keep checking for some great tips for the new school year. Also, I am going to feature my sister's house and all of her amazing organization skills.
     My manager is getting married in a couple weeks along with a good friend of mine so of course I have got wedding fever and want to share some amazing wedding ideas with you all on here in the future!

Enjoy summer and the sunshine while it last until next time!

xoxo

Keep it Simple!

I hope you all had a fabulous holiday weekend, and the work week isn't killing you too much! 

I know that not everybody has time to completely organize their house to the max, I do understand. There is a few easy tips to keep the clutter away and things more under control! 

1. Label EVERYTHING! 

2. Give everything its own spot

3. Keep a memo board in a common area with information and notes so nothing is forgotten!

4. Put things away where they belong

5. Write everything down

Great things are coming, watch for money budgeting tips & printables later this week! 

xoxo

Traveling to the Beach

     My family is going to spend the next week at our cabin, in the San Juans. It's warm, it's pretty, but it can get chilly at night, and it is still Washington! The mornings are crisp, and the evenings tend to get windy but it is one of the most pretty places on earth. When packing I always am prepared for any extreme weather condition.
     When packing I try to pack as light as possible, but it doesn't always work out. Since we are on and off the boat all the time and usually out tubing or kayaking, I just plan to wear my swim suit underneath my clothes all the time. On the crisp mornings a hoodie is always handy to have around especially if the wind is blowing off the water!

Beach Trip Packing List: 

1. Bathing Suits

2. Shorts

3. Tanks

4. Tees 

5. Flip Flops

6. Athletic Shoes

7. Yoga Capris/ Pants

8. Hoodie(s)

*** Don't forget to check the weather! 

     Pack clothes that can go with other items, you don't need 7 shirts & 7 shorts for 7 days, and at the beach remember nobody cares what you look like! Most importantly remember to pack plenty of sunscreen and reapply every couple of hours, so you don't look like a tomato like I did this last weekend!

Save Travels xoxo

Small Bathroom Solutions

     I've been there and dealt with the problems of having a tiny bathroom, they're no fun but sometimes you can still keep all your space in them! Use all your wall space and take advantage of all the cute wall storage ideas now days. Are you a bobby pin looser too? Try using a magnetic strip to keep them all in one place. Above my towel bar I have mini buckets hung where I store combs, brushes, etc. It keeps the off the counter out of the way. Most importantly, take advantage of your medicine cabinet and try to keep as much in it as possible!

This cute brush holder only cost $2 with supplies from the dollar store! 

Credit: Ivy Anderson 

Hang a magazine rack on the inside of the door below your sink and you've got yourself a hair dryer rack.

Placing shelves on a wall for all your products will give you that salon look & feel.

Adding drawers below your sink will give you SO much space! 

Hope these tips help, and watch for more! xoxo

Beach Dayys

      There is just a few simple items you need for a perfect day at the beach! Don't over pack and make sure to leave your electronics such as iPad's at home because you don't want them to overheat in the sunshine. Don't forget your water bottle, you don't want to get dehydrated in the sunshine!

The totes you can pick up by the check out in stores like TjMaxx are the best! 

You can't forget your aviators! 

Big beach towels are the best and long enough to lay out on in the sand! 

My PINK water bottle is my favorite, I fill the whole thing up with ice and the rest with water, and it stays cold for hours!

Most importantly remember sunscreen! These are my favorite and especially the Neutrogena for my face, it doesn't get oily at all.

Enjoy the beach, sunshine and holiday! xoxo

The Insider

     I don't want to be a boring blogger who only post about herself, but I feel like that is half the blog getting to know who you are reading about. Most people think; she's a neat freak, she's got a perfect life with a waterfront cabin and two barrel horses. Honestly that is just one small piece of who I really am.
     My brother Brandon is my best friend, and my rock no matter where life takes us. We have been partners in crime since day one and we don't have any plans for it to change. When we moved into our neighborhood 15 years ago, we became extremely close with our neighbors who are now our brother and sister (family isn't always blood)! Each and everyday I am thankful for the people who have come into my life over the years.
     I haven't had the easiest journey getting to where I am today with my barrel racing career. Between ages 6-9 I had four different horses none of which worked out. I took a year off and just had riding lessons twice a week, before finding my paint mare Casey who gave me all she had. From the moment I sat on her I knew she was the one. She came from a cutting and performance background, but was awesome to grow and become a better rider on. Without her I wouldn't be riding today or be the rider I am. I was blessed enough to receive her daughter Zoe when I was 13 years-old for Christmas and she has been an adventure and a half!
     A year and a half ago today, my family suffered a great loss when my Papa had a heart attack. Things were forever changed and I lost certain relationships but gained a stronger relationship with others throughout the extremely tough time. I was very close with my Papa and he was my biggest supporter when it came to my passion for barrel racing, and without him I wouldn't be where I am today.
    I don't want to bore you all so, get out there and enjoy the weekend! xoxo

 The horse that changed it all! 

Sometimes work gets a little crazy! 

My Brother Brandon & I at a concert last month

My Papa and I at my last fair on Casey R.I.P. Papa

The trouble maker Zoe and I 

Stormy Night Crafts

After work today it got really stormy so I decided to spend my evening crafting! Totally last minute but I had tons of fun!

I hot glued letters onto my boxes from Ikea! Super easy and took hardly any time at all, but gave them some character. 

The words ended up fitting in perfectly on my shelves above my desk! 

I glued scrapbook paper onto cardboard that I traced out to be my initial. 

The attach the string on all I did was hot glue the ends and they stayed on perfectly! 

Hope you enjoyed these and watch for more easy craft ideas to come! xoxo

Home Office Decor

This on the wall home office is perfect for a family who doesn't have room for an office corner but extra space on a wall. The whiteboard keeps track of messages or notes about upcoming activities or events and there is plenty of room for mail. The last name initial on the wall is a perfect personalization touch! 

Jazz up the boring old clipboard by covering them in scrapbook paper! This is easy and inexpensive while still being super cute! Scrapbook paper comes in such a variety making it easy to have them for all occasions. 

Boring coasters no more! Purchase cheap tiles at Lowes for less than a dollar and cover them in different prints of scrapbook paper. They are inexpensive and easy to make. 

Every couple needs this in their house! An adorable way to leave the other person a message and make their day! Place velcro on the back of the name tags makes them super easy to change out. 

Place scrapbook or wrapping paper on a cookie sheet and you've got yourself a magnetic board! 

Planning for the Road

     This will be the third weekend in a row on the barrel racing trail. Things get crazy, cluttered and I often stay packed from weekend to weekend. Always remember to only pack what you need and nothing extra, extra stuff takes up too much space! I plan all my meals and snacks out ahead of time and usually package them up before I hit the road, this way when I am there all I've got to do is quickly put together a meal. I try to make things as easy as possible for traveling, for both my horse and I.

     I make all my grain for both morning and night ahead of time, and just bag them up in ziplock bags. This way they are in their spot in the trailer, aren't spilling everywhere and are ready when I need them!
For my dry beet pulp I use the sandwich bags and for the grain and supplements I use the gallon ziploc bags.

Ziploc Products

     Lists, Lists, Lists! I make a list for everything I need to buy, pack and get ready. I have a list for the menu with all the meals on it along with snacks I will be bringing. Then another list is for the grocery stores I need to go to and what I need to buy at each of them (I try to buy everything from Trader Joes). If I am making a new recipe I will make a list with each recipe on it to make sure I have everything I need! List keep you from forgetting things & over packing what you won't need. 

Look for more list tips to come! 

Every spring when race season rolls around I see what I need to add to my shower caddy that I keep in the bathroom. I keep everything in a simple caddy you can pick up almost anywhere, that way on the road nothing spills all over the place. My medicine cabinet is already jam packed full! 

Things for the Caddy: 

1. Shampoo & Conditioner

2. Comb/ Hairbrush

3. Toothpaste

4. Tootbrush

5. Body Wash

6. Razor & Shave Cream

7. Make up Wipes

8. Face Wash

9. Deodorant

10. Sunscreen

Shower Caddy

A Weekend of Can Chasing

     I just got home from a weekend of can chasing that was filled with long nights and early mornings. While on the road it is easy to become cluttered and unorganized for both my horse and I. There is a few easy ways to rid the mess and just keep everything in its "spot." I do have to remember not all of us are as lucky as I am to have a Mom and Bestie who travel along with me and help to keep the mess away!
   
     I have a horrible habit of just tossing my boots and polo wraps on the floor of the trailer after my run but lately I've been trying to break that habit. All of my sport boots and bell boots go in a bucket by the trailer door for easy access and all my polo wraps go into my classic equine boot bag. I have a three tier plastic storage container that I use to keep all my boots in and are organized by, front, rear and bell boots for those that I don't use everyday. It's nothing fancy but its small, portable, and keeps things out of the way.

Plastic Bin

     My horse's legs mean everything to me and my first priority is keeping those where they're suppose to be. I keep a tote bag filled with my clay, gloves, and linament gels. This way I know no matter where we are her leg care kit will all be together. Otherwise after a few practices and weekend on the road, they'd be scattered all over the tack room and I don't have to waste time looking for all of them.

Tough 1 Tote

     I am lucky enough to have tons of hooks in my tack room and a carpeted wall so that things don't get beat up on the road, but another way to keep things organized is always hang everything back up! The hooks are there for a reason, use them. I hang everything up from whips to extra reins and halters. It keeps things off the floor and the clutter away. 

     If you do have windows on your rear doors of the trailer they come in more handy than most would think! To keep things out of the tack room I hang all my hag bags on the left rear door by just hooking the straps around the window bars. I didn't think it would come in as handy as it does and then I am able to keep all the feed together in the same spot. 

Sometimes you find things you never thought would help keep the clutter away!

     A trailer door caddy is a great tool to keep things organized, off the floor, and right at your finger tips! I use mine for spurs & straps, rubber bands, and all the bottles I could imagine. Just make sure you keep your tack room window closed, so things don't get wet! 

Trailer Door Caddy

Purse Organization

Anyone who is extremely busy and always on the go knows how easy it is for their purse to become a complete mess! 

To avoid a mess I have followed a few simple guide lines: 

1- Keep your bag small

2- Have a bag for everything

3- Put things back where they belong

4- Don't just throw cash & change in your bag

I keep all my personal items in this little bag, that way they are out of the way!

My coin/ card holder was life changing, I now keep all my change, Starbucks cards, and coupons in here. Keeps them all together and the only thing I need when running in for a coffee. 

My planner is my life, it goes with me everywhere. 

My wallet is cute and simple and not too big that it takes up my entire bag, it holds everything I need. 

Now keeping your tote bag for class/ work organized is another story for a later time! Hope this helps & would love feed back! xoxo

Home Office Remodel

     My office always follows me everywhere, and it always seems I become more and more busy! Sometimes I take work home with me, but often times I'm filling out barrel racing paperwork or prepping for an exam. This summer I am working to become even more organized and keep it all separate yet together! I've been searching around for some office organization pieces and coming up with a few of my own, let me know if you have any tips of your own and I would love to include them on here. 

Save money buying a white board calendar you can use all year! 

White Board Calendar

This paper drawer is perfect for printer and lined paper and could be painted or decorated to go with your office theme. 

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Magnet boards are so simple and can even be made from a cookie tray. Just spray paint the cookie tray to match the rest of your decor and there you have it. They are perfect for anything from postcards and pictures to receipts or keys!