Mr. Monday Mayhem. No really. I know it’s almost Wednesday but we have finally seen the light. Monday was a hard one. To be honest the last few days have been. When he is sick, the misbehaving starts. Then the back talk and then its a wrap. Oh boy. I honestly didn’t know what having a threenager meant. Right when he was turning one he started having small tantrums. Two wasn’t so bad. Then came three. My husband and I saw the random tantrums but recently it has gotten bad. Having to deal with a little one that has ADHD on the other hand is another thing. The tantrums get worse. How is it, when he gets sick I feel like I have an infant at times. The last few days I even had an itch to crack that bottle of wine that is in the fridge. I am not that type lol. It was just something I definitely needed. Things are finally getting back to normal. Thank goodness.
If you have noticed some new things have happened to the blog since the last time you may have visited. A new sleek style I could finally set the brand on. I’ll be adding a new logo soon, don’t worry. My main focus has stayed the same. A budget style shop based blog during motherhood. Just, a more personal approach and on a more stylish level. It was getting to be too much for me. I was trying to compare myself to others and thinking about the $$. Here you will see my struggles and of course lifestyle trends for less. A mom blog with a hint of the best ways to live for less on a budget but more practical, without thinking how to sacrifice your style.
To get Valentine’s Day off to a great start I linked some great styled tops under $25.
Heart Printed Tunic | Red Striped Heart Elbow | Loose Fit Pullover Heart Pattern | Persun Striped Pullover Top
Stephanie Lowry
I love the new look, so stylish + sleek! Not to mention those sweaters are adorable!
Jalisa
Stephanie LowryThanks lovely. You have to look the part for Valentine’s Day lol
robin masshole mommy
You clearly have awesome taste because I love everything you have here. I want to get one of everything 🙂
Jalisa
robin masshole mommyLol. I love Valentine’s Day almost as much as Christmas lol.
Divya @ Eat. Teach. Blog.
I love some of the clothes they sell on Amazon! All of my summer dresses were from there.
Jalisa
Divya @ Eat. Teach. Blog.Amazon has been having the best styles.
Kate A
Love the new blog set up. And that top with the heart patches on the elbows is so freaking cute! Love it.
Jalisa
Kate AAww thanks. I love the grey one.
thecoffeemom0617
I feel you on the threenager! Two was so easy in comparison! My daughter is about to be 4 now and she just has this little attitude at times. They want to push boundaries at this age for sure.
Jalisa
thecoffeemom0617Tell me about it. Today his school called. He came down with a stomach bug. Mom to the rescue lol.
theresasreviews
I’ve been looking for fun Valentine’s Day tops. These all look really cute and very affordable
Jalisa
theresasreviewsThank you. They really are.
Mommy Engineering
I love the red stripped jumper! Jumpers are so comfy and since we are staying in for v-day, this would be perfect! Love the new site by the way! Looks great!
Jalisa
Mommy EngineeringThanks so much.
Cara (@StylishGeek)
That striped long-sleeve with a heart has my name written all over it! So glad Amazon has it for under $23! Yay! And hope the rest of your week is better than Monday. 🙂
Jalisa
Cara (@StylishGeek)lol it was great yesterday than today I get a call from his school that he got sick and caught a stomach bug. Mom duties. Lol.
Traveling Well For Less
Good luck with your teenager. It gets better. 🙂 Cute selection of Valetine’s themed tops. I like the gray loose sweater with heart sleeve patches.
Krysten
I’m so sorry that Monday was such a bad day for you! I love your Valentine’s Day fashion inspiration.
Jalisa
KrystenAww thanks. Motherhood has finally hit me lol.
Jalisa
KrystenI’m hoping this coming week will be better.
heart, home and hope
Those tops are adorable!! So glad your little guy is feeling better!
Amanda Love
When the kids are sick, the attitude surely starts! I think it’s awesome that you made changes, I love the new layout and I can’t wait to see your new logo! I’m sure everything will turn out great!
Jalisa
Amanda LoveAww thanks. Me too.
babiestobookworms
I love the subtle hearts on those shirts!
Jalisa
babiestobookwormsYes they are the cutest.
ericaaugust
I’m right there with you on the wine for the tantrums but my kid is only 17 months so I can’t imagine how awful the three year old tantrums will be! Good luck, mama. It’s only a season.
Jalisa
ericaaugustLol. My son started with the small tantrums around 20 months old. He was perfect at two so I thought three wasn’t going to be so bad lol. Boy I was wrong. Lol.
onepeainthepod
Great look! Those sweaters are really cute!
Jalisa
onepeainthepodThank you
jlawsonn
I love those shirts especially the one with the hearts on the elbows & the gray one with the heart on the sleeve.
Jalisa
jlawsonnI love the grey one too. It looks super comfy.
Meredith from Mommy in Leggings
Your blog setup is awesome, I love it!!! And so important to focus on you and where you want to take it! Don’t worry about everyone else 😉 You’re rocking it!
Jalisa
Meredith from Mommy in LeggingsThank you so much.
lovelysilvia
You listed some really cute tops! I love your new blog design! Its simple and chic.
Jalisa
lovelysilviaThanks so much.
adventureswithnico
Ooh I love the tops. They’re all so unique. And good luck with your little one. ❤️
Jalisa
adventureswithnicoAnd they are on Amazon under $30 lol
emmaeatsandexplores
Great to see you doing your own thing and not trying to compare yourself to all the others out there! Do it for you, not them! And good luck it the kid – its definitely a tough age!
Jalisa
emmaeatsandexploresI’m starting to get that now. As a mom and a blogger.
Brandi with Big Fit Fam
I particularly love that compfy grey sweatshirt with the hearts on the elbows! Great pics!
Jalisa
Brandi with Big Fit FamThat one is my fave.
Roxanne
Love the new look! I am really digging the heart and stripped tunic for Vday style!
Jalisa
RoxanneThanks so much.
Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh
Mondays always seem to be the worst possible days ever. Love your Valentine’s Day looks!
Jalisa
Joanna @ Everyday Made FreshI’m starting to get that now. lol.
staceygreenside
Been having the same problem with my kids. It’s been difficult raising one toddler let alone two but they still manage to make me smile everyday.
Jalisa
staceygreensidelol I look at him every night thinking the same thing.
Isaly Holland
Sorry to hear about your kid being sick :/ Mondays are always a mess… I love the clothes that you picked out!
Jalisa
Isaly HollandThank you for your kind words.
Eliza Armand (@eliza_armand)
The new layout is absolutely gorgeous! Love it so much! Keep it up and don’t stop!
Cheers, Eliza | http://www.fashion-confession.com
Jalisa
Eliza Armand (@eliza_armand)Aww thanks.
Rachel @ Kitchen Cents
This post was great! I love the new look too. Thanks for sharing!
Jalisa
Rachel @ Kitchen CentsThanks so much.
Heather
I love to see blog redesigns! Especially because I am considering my own in the next few months 🙂
Jalisa
HeatherAww thanks for the lovely comment.
katrinajeancarter
Nice to see you here, hun! I’ve always loved the idea of your brand. I love that you share fashionable tips and deals that are very affordable and budget friendly. It always gets so stressful when you compare yourself with others–I fall on that sometimes, too! But stay true to you and the rest will align itself. 🙂
Jalisa
katrinajeancarterAww thanks. I appreciate it.
Ree love30
I love the style of your blog! Sometimes we just need to readjust 🙂 Ree love30
Jalisa
Ree love30Yes. Thanks so much.
Jocelyn @ Hip Mama's Place
I love the lose pull over so much! I also have a 3 year old son and we are getting him tested for ADHD so i really feel your pain! 3 has been the worst so far!
Jalisa
Jocelyn @ Hip Mama’s PlaceDefinitely. Keeping him busy on his feet is the only things that works.
Jennifer Marx (JenuineMom)
Your new blog design looks great! Very haute. I like your Instagram photos at the bottom, too!
Jalisa
Jennifer Marx (JenuineMom)Aww thanks.
Krystal // The Krystal Diaries
Your valentine’s day picks are so cute. I really like them.
Jalisa
Krystal // The Krystal DiariesThank you so much.
The Everyday Mom Life
I love the look. It is really clean and the photos on the bottom are a great touch. Have a happy week!
Jalisa
The Everyday Mom LifeThanks so much.
lrramnath
I will tell you, I’m at the tail end of three with my son and there were some rough days where was full on threenager and there were days where he wasn’t. It’s getting a little better now that he’s almost 4. So hang in there, it will change! Inlove the cute Valentine’s Day tops!! The price is great too!
Jalisa
lrramnathThanks so much for your words. Some days I’m like when will it end. Lol
Neha Verma
The new look of your blog is quiet neat. And engaging too. I really liked it
Jalisa
Neha VermaThanks so much.
Working Mom Facts
I love the look of you blog. Very clean and contemporary. Sorry to hear that your son has been sick. It is going around.
Jalisa
Working Mom FactsAww thanks. He’s been off and on. The Winter is always rough with us.
Tabitha Shakespeare
I love the new look! Very sleek and minimalistic so that your content really pops! Well done!
Jalisa
Tabitha ShakespeareThanks so much.
Roger Wellington (www.wetnoseescapades.com)
Loving the look on your blog. It looks very chic and clean. You also have great content. 🙂
Jalisa
Roger Wellington (www.wetnoseescapades.com)Thanks so much.
projectlifewellness
I am just hearing about the dreaded “threenager”! oh boy…I have a lot to look forward to don’t I?! LOL I love the new look on your blog!
Jalisa
projectlifewellnessLol. Good luck. My son turns four in June. Im hoping it gets better lol
amber
Those sweaters are super adorable! I’m glad to hear your family is feeling well again!
Jalisa
amberThank you so much.
Ance Antovska
I like all looks all are cute and comfy, I really like them and the price is great.!!!
toughcookiemommy
Change can definitely be a good thing sometimes. I look forward to seeing some of the new initiatives that you will be implementing on the blog.
Jalisa
toughcookiemommyThank you for your words.
Keren Charles
I like the look of your blog, very clean and sleek. I am also a budget style blogger, so I really appreciate the shopping link. My favorite is the tunic with the big heart on the side. Very cute!! Thank you sharing.
Jalisa
Keren CharlesThanks so much. I really appreciate it.