Lena B, Actually

Monday, June 17, 2013

Yak Pak review & giveaway

I was super excited when Yak Pak contacted me about doing a review. Truth is I've been on the hunt for a more casual bag to lug around on weekend park visits,mini photoshoots, etc.

After checking out their site, I decided on this adorable messenger bag because of the cute retro pattern... fits my personality & style to a tee!

This is the kind of bag I'm not worried about ''ruining.'' Life with 2 kids can get messy... and Ruby, bless her heart, destroys everything. This bag is not only practical (with lots of space), but it's also sturdy. I *know* it won't fall apart anytime soon... no matter what I ~~or my kids~~ end up doing with it!

The strap is adjustable, the inside is roomy enough for my camera, lenses, wallet, snacks, and anything else I need to throw in there! I love it! It will be perfect for day trips to the beach & park this summer... and it will be great when I tag along on school field trips or head out on mini photo sessions.

If you're not in the market for a messenger bag, they also have backpacks, phone cases, pencil cases, pet sweaters & more!

Yak Pak is generously giving one of you the chance to win one of their awesome products!! Winner's choice too... love those! ;)

Entries are monitored, so please... no cheating!
Contest is open to US & Canada mailing addresses only
Good luck!

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Friday, June 14, 2013

Passion For Fashion #7 : photobombed :

And, THIS, folks is what taking outfit picture is really like.

(since a love a good blog hop, I'm also linking up here & here & here)

Fashion is for everyone.

Whether you're single in the city or a stay at home mom from the country...
we all have a passion for fashion!

Each Friday, Beth of Through The Eyes of the Mrs. & I will be hosting a fashion free-for-all linkup!

Anything fashion goes!

Link up your outfit posts, a fashion recap, a fashion wishlist, get your kids or hubby in on the fun... if you've got a passion for fashion, this is the place to be!

Celebrate your style with us every Friday!

We'll be pinning our favorite looks to our Passion for Fashion boards on Pinterest!
You can find my board HERE

Best part, there are no rules!

We only ask that you link back to us via text link or button!
(this linkup is very NEW we would love for you to help us spread the word!)

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Of course, it would be awesome if you would visit the other fashionistas that are linking up too! Be you... Be an inspiration! Style is everywhere!

Thursday, June 13, 2013

Old Car Show

I was having fun photographing my reflection in all the shiny cars.... so shiny!

''Oooh! Mommy, take my picture!!''

Last Sunday, we packed up our little family and headed a few towns over for an ''auto show.''

We knew there would be lots of shiny old cars there, and my husband and I absolutely love drooling over vintage cars... what better way to spend an hour or two on a sunny Sunday afternoon, right?

The first car I spotted was an old Nomad, a beautiful tomato red color too! It's seriously my dream car... a cooler retro version of today's mini van or station wagon. I can totally picture myself cruising around town in one of those... 'sigh'

If I can win the lottery, it's so mine.

Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Go Bold or Go Home

Dress: Walmart $18 // Shoes: Ardene's $10 // Cat Eye Sunglasses: Joe Fresh $4

As soon as I spotted this dress, I knew I needed to have it. Navy is quickly becoming a favorite color of mine and the pattern was just too funky to pass up. I loved the neon yellow belt & pops of color in the dress too! I paired the dress with some simple flats & little earrings since I didn't need more than that to complete the look. The bold pattern of the dress took center stage!

True Story: I once had a kid tell me I was freaking her out... ''Why you got that freaky red hair on the top your head lady!'' Guess she just couldn't handle my awesomeness.

Linking up for Dress For The Day, Style Sessions, WIWW,

What We Wore/Read/Made, Random Wednesdays, Wardrobe Wednesday,

Keeping It Casual & Rolled Up Pretty

Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Tattoo Tuesday : Pet Portraits :

It's no secret that Kitty & Fido can become REAL members of our families.

Before we had kids, our cats were definitely our babies...

We had a kitty named Tabitha that was the best cat ever. A real snuggly little black & white cat we rescued as a kitten. She's no longer with us, but after seeing some awesome pet portraits on Pinterest, I would totally consider getting her pretty little whiskered face tattooed on me... someday. Maybe.

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I think if the tattoo is well done, getting a portrait or memorial tattoo for your pet can be really neat.

My question for you today, is... Would you get a pet tattoo?

Sunday, June 9, 2013

The Collective : blog hop :

Welcome to the NEW and IMPROVED weekly blog hop party, THE Collective.

This is a link up for bloggers who want to gain followers and meet awesome people.

Not sure if this is the blog hop for you? Listen to what other bloggers have to say...

"Just to let you know, your blog hop is the best I've participated in for gaining new friends!!! I couldn't believe the results!! Thank you!"

- Danavee, This Vintage Grove

"I'm dropping by to let you know that I love being a part of your blog hop!

I have been meeting really nice bloggers. Bloggers who are actually friendly and want to connect!

I'm putting the blog hop button on my side bar, like, permanently! Everyone should know about it. Just thought I'd share with you. Thank you."

-Vickie, Oh Abby Day

"Hi BreAnna, just want to say that your blog is beautiful, creative, and fun. The GFC collective is one of my favorite parts of the blogging week. Love meeting new friends and fellow bloggers. We just started our blog and were amazed at how helpful the GFC collective is! Keep up the amazing work."

-Alea and Rachael, Sparkle Your Life

"This GFC Collective Hop is seriously one of the best link ups out there! Through this hop I have found so many great blogs & friends that I wouldn't have otherwise found! Thank you so much for hosting such a fun link up! Please take the time to link up & join along! You won't be sorry that you did!"

-Amy @ Keepin' Up With the Smith's

"I'm so excited I found your blog and this wonderful link up! I have met so many new people and found so many wonderful blogs this way. This is a great idea and I\'m glad to be a part of it!"

-Taylor @ Nothing But a Pigeon