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Happy Monday!

I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend.  Mine was quite busy with work, dance recital and one of our favorite weekend activities - playing with the pups.  You have seen my two furbabes on the blog before, but today Grady & Mako are completely taking over.  And they are pretty happy about it.  They wanted to tell you about a few of their favorite things:  hanging their heads out of the car window, going for a boat ride, hunting frogs, chasing balls, running wide open on the beach, and of course - treats.  A new favorite around these parts?  The fda dog treats Nudges. 

These yummy jerky treats are available in beef, chicken & duck and can be found at Walmart in the puppy treat aisle (see picture above).  This was Grady and Mako's first timing trying Nudges and believe me, they did not disappoint...  and these two know their treats!  My nuggets may love Nudges treats because of the flavor, but I love them because I know they are safe, healthy and made in the USA.  Nudges help me return all of the unconditional love these two give by keeping them healthy and safe enough to enjoy their favorite things.  

These two live for the beach & boat.  LIVE for it.  And while it's common to see a big dog like Grady enjoying a dip in the ocean, it's rare to see a 10 lb shih-tzu so happy about swimming and going for boat rides.  Mako is such a tough little guy and will do just about anything to keep up with his older brother.

How exactly did we wind up as a family of four?  Grady was my college graduation present.  You can imagine how much I love animals to ask for nothing other than a puppy for graduation.  I have always loved "critters."  I mean straight up obsessed with animals.  And after living for four years of college pet-free, I was determined to have a dog of my very own.  And it was perfect ..well, depending on who you ask.  Grady was a very VERY energetic pup... Perfect until I met my husband and he stole my best friend.  It was inevitable really.  From day one they decided they would be best friends.  Why?  Because I was a vegan at the time and Matt ate steak.  Grady had never had steak before.  Grady found a new best friend.  Now they sleep on the same side of the bed, share ham sandwiches, and Grady gets to go to work with Matt every day.  

And after four years of trying to get my best friend back (I would have accepted either of them as my bff at that point) I finally convinced Matt we needed a second pup.  A lap dog just for me.  When we first brought Mako home, he was 1 1/2 lbs and had kennel cough which quickly developed into pneumonia.  I have never seen the two of us so worked up over a pound and a half of anything.  He was adorable and pitiful all at the same time.  But with the help of humidifiers, steam showers, chicken broth and antibiotics, Mako got better and bigger.  And now he brings so much more love into our home.  He is feisty, spunky and  the ultimate lap dog.

To return the unconditional love these two show me and the hubs on the daily, I make sure we squeeze in at least two boat/beach days a month and keep the house stocked with their favorite healthy treats #CollectiveBias.

Grady & Mako want to thank you for reading all about their story & their new favorite treat.  They also want you to know that your pup will LOVE Nudges.  Make sure to share your #NudgesMoments!  #cbias

I hope you have a wonderful Monday!

Really Big Accessories

Happy Sunday, Friends!  Thank you for spending a few minutes of your weekend with me!  

Being fashion-minded, everything to me is a potential accessory.  Planners, pens, coffee mugs and tumblers, small puppies, and even cars.  I know, I know.  But lets be honest.  How many times have you thought "this look would jive so much better in a ___."  In my mind, cars have become the largest accessory out there.  And this weekend, I discovered the cutest and greenest accessory on the road.  

The new Toyota i-Road is the next generation of electric vehicles.  With only three wheels, it provides the ultimate compact driving experience and mobility.  Imagine being on a motorcycle that is completely enclosed in a plastic bubble.  That's the concept of the i-Road.  However, the number one selling point to me is the minimal impact on the environment.  I was actually a Biology major in college, and I have a soft spot for this big 'ole world of ours.  Living at the beach, I am particularly in-tune with being green.  The beauty of my home takes my breath away on the daily, and I want to do everything in my power to protect it.

   By now we have all realized the negative impact of vehicle emissions on the environment.  Toyota is providing a viable option for reducing our carbon footprint with the introduction of the i-Road.   Amazing, right?   ...and how cute would we all look driving them..

Check out the website and video below to learn more about the i-Road and how you can help by going green!

http://www.toyota-global.com/innovation/smart_mobility_society/next_generation_urban_traffic_systems/

  

http://www.toyota-global.com/innovation/smart_mobility_society/news_and_events/t_i-road/

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Toyota. The opinions and text are all mine.

My Kleenex Style

** this post has been sponsored by Kleenex, but all opinions are 100% my own!**

Happy Saturday, Friends!

I'm so excited to hang with you this weekend!  If you are like me, your mornings look something like these pictures deconstructed.  I am always in a rush in the mornings, and end up making a mess of my "prep station."  One thing that helps me get ready in the morning?  Having Kleenex tissue boxes on hand!  Not only are they completely necessary for makeup adjustments, brush cleaning and lip-blotting, but they also help with the cleanup process when I get home from work!

Kleenex Designs now fit seamlessly into your life and style!  The bright prints will add a pop of color to any space!  They also have customized boxes for your car, purse and coat pockets.  Genius!  And, To celebrate Kleenex’s 90th anniversary, they’re bringing you another innovative first: The Kleenex® Style Studio. It’s a fun, inspiring way to discover more of the Kleenex® Brand designs and products you love. And maybe even a few that’ll take you by surprise.  The style studio also has creative and functional uses for tissues!  I love learning to ways to use a product!

Visit the Kleenex Style Studio to see all of the fun new designs and to find your style.  All of the colors and patterns will have you longing for Spring decorating!  Whether you’re decorating at home or adding a pop of color to your clutch, Kleenex has you covered.

I watched this cute video about the new styles of Kleenex & think you should do the same!  Can you spot high-end fashion designs against Kleenex designs?  Then, take the short style quiz to find your tissue style and score a coupon {click on play & save.}  

The decorative tissue boxes from Kleenex have really come a long way, huh?  Let me know what your personal Kleenex Style is and where you stash your Kleenex boxes!

Thanks for reading!  

Make sure to visit with me again tomorrow to learn about my new really really big accessory obsession!