This summer went by so fast and I can’t believe my kids are already off to school tomorrow! It’s been eight months since my kids came home on Christmas Eve, which seems unbelievable. Tomorrow, they will start a new chapter at a new school. They are all in first grade, in separate classes, which makes it harder for me with conferences and homework and such, but it’s for the best.
These summer months have been quite stressful for me, just for the simple fact of now having three 6/7 year olds. I knew it was going to be a long summer when that first morning of summer break I heard, “I’m bored!”
I’ve been focusing on a few things lately to get me out of a rut: small indulgences and to live beautifully.
Small indulgences mean for me, something small and simple that bring great pleasure. As a work-at-home mom I am often torn between errands, putting the house back together, getting the kids to and from school and of course, work. Sometimes I forget about those small indulgences that bring me a little joy, but for the next few months I’m going to make them a priority.
A coffee in the morning, a lunch date with a friend, a pedicure, a new shirt, or vanilla bean ice cream with a sea salt caramel swirl dipped in a golden chocolatey coating. Say what?!
Yes, my friends I have found the sweetest indulgence ever. As you can see, this is a gold-dipped Magnum ice cream bar. They even have these cute little, mini ice cream bars which is the epitome of a blissful, small indulgence.
And remember when I said I wanted to live beautifully? What I mean by that is focusing on a few small changes (maybe actually changing out of sweats and putting a real outfit on?) and that will affect my confidence, stress and mood as a word-at-home mom and a mom to three seven year olds.
I’ve put together a cute fall outfit based on the beautiful Magnum ice cream bar colors (Yes, I just called an ice cream bar beautiful). White and cream colors from the Magnum white and pops of gold from my favorite: the Gold.
Indulgences never felt or tasted so good. You love enjoying your sweets, especially when you look so good eating them! Magnum is the most premium, sophisticated and indulgent chocolate and ice cream experience imaginable, made with Belgian Chocolate, created with pleasure seekers in mind.
Have a toast to blissful, chocolatey pleasure and head into a Safeway and grab a participating box of Magnum for $1 off! Offer valid in-store.
Then Discover your Chocolatey Bliss, by taking the Magnum personality quiz. Answer questions to reveal your Magnum flavor profile, then enter for a chance to win a variety of prizes. I took the quiz and got double caramel as my result. Now it’s your turn – share a link to your e-card result in the comments below.
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I love the neutrals!
I love Magnum bars, they are so good! Plus, those TOMS wedges are so cute!
Oh how cute is that. Love the look!
I understand exactly what you’re saying about wanting to live beautifully. Very cute outfit too…
Those Magnum bars look yummy! I really, really love that outfit! The pieces go so well together!
I’ve never had a Magnum ice cream bar, but it looks delicious. Perfectly refreshing for summer time. Good luck with all your kids going back to school!
These look like a fantastic treat. i will have to pick some up this weekend. Thanks for sharing.
I’m not usually a fan of gold but I really like the neutrals with gold. It’s a great fall look.
I’m on a diet right now. I could so eat this up!
I love Magnum, but I haven’t tried that one yet. I will now; it looks incredible!
I love the little bars! Just perfect size sweet treat for me!
I just love those booties. Very sweet style.
The mini ice cream bar looks yummy. I also love the outfit you put together.
I love those Magnum bars! They go so quickly in my house. Super cute outfit, too!
That mini ice cream bar looks good. Gosh summer just flew by.
I always love the idea of taking time for yourself every day. It’s something us moms tend to forget! Now that it is back to school time we can take a little time for ourselves, and personally I’m thinking those yummy ice cream bars are going to be going on my grocery list and hidden behind the frozen peas ;)
mmm.. I love anything caramel. I also really like that bag… and the necklace is really pretty too! :)
Mmmmmm caramel is delicious on everything. I really like that purse, it is really nice.
I love Magnum ice cream bars. They are a delicious summer time treat. :)
I love Indulgence ice cream such a great treat. I cant believe summer is almost over and its back to school already.
loving those shoes. they don’t look like Toms
I love anything caramel. Double it, and I’m an even happier camper. Also, I’m getting increasingly excited about fall!
I can’t wait for fall. It’s been too hot for my liking and I’m not a hot weather person.
Magnum ice cream bars FTW! I LOVE those things. They are so delicious. Best ice cream bars out there, in my opinion.
Our summer has been a lot like fall this year. I am a little worried that fall is going to be winter and winter is going to suck. Kiddo goes to school after Labor Day.
That ice cream sounds divine. I want some now. Love your fall look book. Those neutrals are beautiful.
a mini version of your favorite sweet treats is always amazing. Just a touch of sweetness and indulgence to get over your craving. It’s perfect.
Oh how I love Magnum Ice Cream! We just started school yesterday and it was bittersweet.
I love the purse you picked out. I need a new one really badly!
I am not ready for fall for the first time ever. My kids had a really short summer vacation this year because of snow days last year & them getting out super late.
So cute, it’s a great outfit. I love those shoes, they’re my favorite of the look!
I just want to say that ice cream looks delicious. I also love that entire outfit.
Oh, they look delicious and I love the necklace, too!
You are so beautiful Emily! My kids start school on September 3rd, and I think they are ready for it. Maybe when they go to school, I will get some of those treats you are indulging in! Yum!
@ andrea: Yep, I love that necklace! We are ALL ready for school!!! :)
Yum! And I recognize your Noonday necklace, I have the same one :) Hope you’re enjoying your last day of summer and get back into a good school routine!