Monday Makeover // New Blog Look

Hi babes!

Notice anything different?! I updated my blog and I am LOOOVING it! I still have a lot to do with it and learn but it is finally getting there. If someone would have told me that blogging is hard, I would have laughed in their face. For those who don't blog, it is HARD, y'all! So for today's "Makeover Monday" I thought I would give some tips and tricks for those of you that want to start your own blog!

I started this blog with zero experience!. When I say I needed a "Blogging for Dummies," I really did. I am not kidding. I seriously googled that at one time. This is and still is a learning experience for me but I am loving it. Don't get me wrong, there have been times when I wanted to give up because it was frustrating, but then I remember why I do it. It really is a wonderful experience and if you are interested, go for it!

Once you know what you want to blog about, whether it is fashion, motherhood, food, etc. the first tip I can give is get a domain name! This is very important because you obviously need your own webpage before blogging. You can either purchase your own domain, which is super affordable, I purchased mine through GoDaddy.com, or you can use blogspot. I like having my own so I have more freedom to do what I please. Once you have your domain name, you will need a server. I use Blogger because to me, it is easy to understand. There are others that bloggers use, it just depends on what the person finds beneficial to them.

Now it is time for the fun part!...designing your blog! When I first started my blog, I used a free template. It was not what I wanted my blog to look like but I knew I would eventually get there. My blog's look still isn't exactly what I want but I am getting better on designing. I have been told and agree, to not worry about how your blog looks, but focus on your content. Write and just write some more! Your viewers are not going to your blog to see how pretty it is, they are there to read your content. So focus on your content and the rest will fall into place.

YouTube will be your best friend as well as reaching out to other bloggers. Those big time bloggers all started out just like you and me. They know how frustrating it can be and how much time one can put into their blog. You also want to make sure to get out in the social media world and let them know you are blogging. No one is going to know unless you "advertise." I only use Instagram but so far it has helped my blog grow just in this short time that I have been blogging. This gets your name out there and you will meet great people along the way.  I know that I am waaaayyy far from being a big time blogger, if I ever get there, but I wanted to share what I have learned thus far from my blogging experience.

I hope this tiny amount of info helped anyone who is starting out, just like me! There is more that goes into blogging but I didn't want to bore you! Ha! If you have any questions about blogging or anything else, please feel free to comment below or send me an e-mail. I hope you all enjoy my blog's new look!

XOXO,

Jen Miracle

Hello Babe // BootayBag

"Booty, Booty, Booty, rockin' everywhere!" Anyone else remember that song?! 😛 No, I'm not just singing this song because it is stuck in my head! I am singing it because I am bringing you a fantasic brand that I am collaborating with that I am loving and dedicating to my "Friday Favorites!" The BootyBag! 🍑😉

I know a lot of you have probably seen those social media posts of a picture that says, "Hello babe: I'm here" and you may have thought, "What the heck are those?" I know I did! Well, I am here to give you the breakdown of an amazing company that is doing amazing things.

A BootayBag is a monthly subscription where you will receive two pair of undies for a flat rate of $12 and NO shipping costs! You can also do bi-monthly, just whatever you prefer. Like I have said before, I will not promote something that I don't believe is a great product. I was blown away at how soft and comfortable these undies are. Oh, and super sexy! 😉 My hubby definitely approves! I love how breathable they are and feel like you are almost wearing no undies at all. Even though these are sexy undies, they are super comfortable. I hate when I find a pair of underwear that is so cute but they are so uncomfortable. Well you don't have to worry about that with BootayBag!

You can choose what type of undies you want...thongs, no thongs, or a mix-up. The sizes are TTS, which I love because it can be hard to find a good pair of undies that fit well. Not only do they have undies, they also have bralettes for an additional charge of $13 or you can just get a bralette subscription for $13. The bralettes are so pretty. I cannot give my personal review on the bralette because I only have the undies. Darn!

Now for the amazing reason you should subscribe to BootayBag! For every picture snapped of Boota

yBag and uploaded to social media, they donate a $1 to the Melanoma Foundation. This is really dear to my heart because I have had members of my family suffer from it. So, what are you waiting for?! Every woman needs underwear so why not have 2 pair shipped to your home for $12 a month! It's one package your husband won't mind coming every month! 😉It's such an amazing company and you will not be disappointed with your decision.

XOXO,

Jen Miracle

Back to School // Boys Fashion

Hi guys and gals! This week is a little different than usual because it is BACK TO SCHOOL week in this household. So to celebrate, I want to let my kiddos take over my blog...kinda! 😉 I planned on having a "Makeover Monday" but we have been SO busy getting ready for the first day of school, which is TODAY! I cannot believe I have a fourth and first grader! 😮 What the what?! For today's "Wear it Wednesday," I wanted to share where I shop for my boys clothing and how I like to dress them. Yes, I still pick out every.single.outfit my boys wear. Don't judge! 😉

For starters, I am huge believer in sales and good deals! Especially when it comes to clothing my boys because they will eventually have stains and rips. I cannot count how many times my boys come home from school with a rip in their pants. They are some rough and tough boys! 😌 So enough talking about rips and stains and let's get to talking about how I score awesome clothes for a steal!

Since my boys are WAY into sports, they are in athletic wear about 95% of the time. This is totally ok with me because it's easy to choose outfits and they are comfortable. A majority of their clothing is Nike, Under Armour, and ADIDAS. I really like these brands because they hold up so well and can be worn the following year if you purchase a little bigger than usual. You may thinking, "those brands can be expensive for children's clothing!" and yes it can be but I am here to help you find deals on them. For instance, yesterday I found a pair of Nike shorts for my oldest on Nordstrom for $28.00, but thanks to Nordstrom's price match I got them for $19.00 because Champs was having a sale on them. I ordered from Nordstrom because it's always free shipping and I get points for every purchase.

I hardly ever purchase my boys clothing from Nordstrom unless it is a good deal or I can price match an item...but Nordstrom Rack will be your BEST FRIEND when it comes to your children's clothing. OMG I just LOVE their prices. They have a lot of options in their athletic department for children and it is so affordable. They usually have Nike shirts for like $10! Seriously! Luckily, I have a Nordstrom Rack close by but if you are not as lucky, don't fret because you can shop online through Nordstromrack.com. They don't have everything that you will find in a store but you can still find really great options.

Another place that I love to shop for athletic wear is Kohls. Unfortunately, you cannot use coupons like you used to be able to on Nike, Under Armour, or ADIDAS. This was not always the case. I loved being able to use my 30% off coupon on those brands. You could get a pair of sneakers for SO cheap. I haven't given up on them yet because a lot of times, they have a great clearance rack with those brands. So make sure to check those clearance racks! Last weekend, I was able to get 3 Nike shirts and a pair of shorts for $40. To me that is a steal because they are items that will be worn next year as well. I always size up so they can wear for more than a few months.

I could talk about the deals I get for my kiddos all day long but then you may get bored! So, if you have any questions about where else I shop, please feel free to leave a comment or e-mail. As always these are my opinions and what works for me may not work for everyone.

XOXO,

Jen Miracle