Christmas Ornament Blogger Exchange

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I participated in a Christmas ornament exchange this year. I did one last year as well. I love these exchanges because Christmas ornaments are a favorite of mine. I was paired up with Nichole. She doesn't have a blog, but is an avid reader of blogs. She also has twins, but boys and they are 17. So crazy how twin mamas were paired up. She even left me a sweet note about twins and how things get easier as they get older.

I sent her the cutest snowman 2018 ornament. She loves getting ornaments that have the year on them and this one fit the bill.

Hallmark Snowman Ornament

Nichole sent me a few goodies.

She got me a sweet card, candy canes, Hersey M&M's, a snowman frame and a wagon with snowy Christmas trees.

I will definitely be putting a Christmas photo of my girls in this frame.

How cute is this wagon? It reminds me of the wagon we pull the girls around in (Radio Flyer wagon).

Plus she sent me the fruity candy canes which are my favorite and I probably will take them to work and eat them there so I don't have to share. Ha.

Christmas Ornament Swap Reveal

It's time to reveal my Christmas ornament from the Blogger Ornament Exchange I co-hosted this year.

I was paired up with Susan from The Courson Crew. Susan is a working mom like me. She is from Texas, loves coffee, everything western and is a very sweet woman. Go check out her blog to see what I got her.

I told Susan a little about myself: loves coffee, wine, snowboarding, being outdoors, traveling, snow, cooking, running and wine. So what did Susan send me?

 This is already up in my kitchen. I tell Rory everyday that I wish this would come true.

 This sounds super good and easy to make.

 Who doesn't love a little chocolate?

I promptly put my new ornament on our tree and I think he fits in perfectly.

I can't wait to check out everyone else's ornaments.

Be sure to link up below if you participated.

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Mug Love Exchange Reveal + A Starbucks Giveaway

A few weeks ago I mentioned a mug exchange that I was co-hosting. Well now is the time to reveal your mugs. Don't forget to use the hashtag #MugLoveExchange on your IG.

This year I was paired up with Tay (Antavia). She has two small boys and so like me, she lives on coffee. She told me she loves caramel and chocolate, so I found the cutest mug that has a chocolate theme. I really hope she loves it.

As for my mug, I received this beauty. I told Tay that I loved coffee, my favorite colors were pink and gold, I used creamer in my coffee unless I get my favorite, a vanilla latte.

Not only did she send me the mug, but she sent my girls Halloween cookie houses, a Starbucks gift card and a pumpkin chap stick. She truly went all out. Thank you so much.

I had so much fun participating and co-hosting this blogger exchange. I love meeting, new to me bloggers and IGers. If you participated in the mug love exchange, please link up below.

Also, along with our link up, we are giving away a $50 Starbucks giftcard. I mean who doesn't love their daily Starbucks? I know you would get a Starbucks daily if you could, right? I know I would.

Enter now! The giveaway goes from September 28th to October 8th. Good Luck!

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Mug Love Exchange

Do you remember last year when I participated in a bloggers coffee mug exchange? Well this year I am happy to announce that I am a co-host for this exchange.

I love participating and co-hosting blogger exchanges because I get to know other bloggers and then I get to shop for them. I love this exchange even more because we exchange coffee mugs. Who doesn't love coffee and tea mugs?

Last year I received a Be Happy mug and a pair of donuts hand towels, plus a card.

If you want to participate in our mug love exchange (which I know you will want to), follow the steps below:

- Sign-ups open September 4th and close on September 12th.
- Complete THIS FORM to join our exchange.
- Partners will be picked and notified by September 15th.
- Get to know your partner and go shopping!
- Spend anywhere between $10 - $15 before shipping.
- Link-up and share mug details on September 28th using the hashtag: #MugLoveExchange
- Due to shipping costs, this exchange is only open to U.S. residents.

I hope you join us this year!!!

Mug Love Blogger Exchange

About a month back, several ladies announced a Mug Love Blogger Exchange and I knew I wanted to be a part of it. I love my morning cup of coffee probably more than most. Raising twins, working full time and still holding onto a bit of my old self means I should have an ivy hooked up giving me caffeine all day long, but that isn't doable. So I indulge on coffee all day. Hot, cold, latte, french press and normal drip are all part of my coffee repertoire.

I was paired up with Becky from By BMG. Once we were paired up, I started following her blog while I was in Europe and I fell in love with her style. She is always posting the cutest outfits and I love her $10 Target posts. I love a good find at Target. Especially in their dollar bins.

I searched a lot for the perfect coffee cup. I couldn't find exactly what I had in mind, but I think I came close. Go check out what I got Becky.

I received a big box from Becky last week and I couldn't wait to open it. Not only did she get me a coffee cup, but she got the best hand towels to go with it. If you know me, then you know I love coffee and donuts. I mean come on, I am dressing my girls up as donuts for Halloween. Beck nailed it.

Let's start with the coffee cup. I love mint and gold and the gentle reminder to Be Happy. Not only will I enjoy my coffee in this cup, but my afternoon tea. I love Fall because I start drinking my loose leaf teas in the afternoon for a little pick me up instead of another cup of coffee.

Next, Becky sent me a cute little note to go with my mug!

And finally, she sent me the BEST dish towels. I received two towels and I am not sure I can pick a favorite. They are both fun.

Left: You and Me Go Together Like Coffee and Donuts  Right: Donuts and Coffee photos!!

I loved being a part of this exchange and meeting a new blogger friend. Thank you Becky for the amazing gifts. You totally nailed it!!