Wednesday, June 10, 2015

Summer Style Saved by Skimmies

I was super excited to review the Jockey® Skimmies® Slipshort ~ a revolutionary undergarment for every dressing dilemma!

 

 



I immediately fell in love with the softness and texture of Skimmies. The lightweight, silky-smooth material provided flexibility and full range of motion. I was pleasantly surprised to find that the slipshort did NOT suck the life out of my thighs and abdomen like some "other" popular undergarments. I know you know what I'm talking about. Sure, you might look super cute and tight in that sexy dress, but your body is SCREAMING: "FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, WOMAN! Take off the constrictive, fat-sucker-upper spandex before you pass out!!!" Skimmies are the perfect amount of support and comfort.


Jockey has brilliantly categorized 4 different types of dressing dilemmas for the modern woman. See if you can relate...

1. Friction Affliction: A bow-legged stride that aims to keep a dreaded thigh fire from ruining your day.

2. Namaste-dry: For when the hard work pays off but sweating isn't your style.

3. ShakeDown: A classic move combines one part wiggle and two parts tug, brought about by all over static cling.

4. FlashCycle: Trying to keep covered when an unexpected breeze picks up.


I know which one I struggle with the most, and because I love you, I'll confess... I am a long time sufferer of the Friction Affliction, a.k.a. "fire thighs". I know it's hard to believe, but I have been void of the mythical "upper-thigh-gap" since I was in junior high, folks! And I'm okay with that. But BOY, do I hate feeling my upper thighs rubbing together.

So, I decided to put Skimmies to the test with 3 of my go-to summer outfits:

First up, the Sunday Morning Church Ensemble:


Pet peeve: When a woman is wearing a thong under a dress/skirt and the material gets bunched up in her booty crack. Nobody wants to see that! Well, no worries with these nifty Skimmies. Nice and smooth.
As a mom of quadruplet 7 year olds, I am constantly bending over to pick up the 49 legos that were strategically dropped on the floor (or something of the like). With this slipshort, I do not have to worry about flashing any brethren. Score! I already give it two thumbs up.


Outfit numero dos~ Hospital Issued Uni-Sex Scrubs. BLAH.


I was hesitant to layer shorts under my scrub pants for fear of feeling like a stuffed animal. I mean, I'm running around like a crazy person at work and the last thing I need is more layers to slow me down. But y'all, the Friction Affliction is REAL. Something about the way these loose fitting scrub pants lay, just rubs the mess out of my upper, inner thighs. It absolutely drives me bonkers!

Status report: I LOVED them. You could not see the outline of the shorts under my pants whatsoever and I was comfy-cool all day long. NO THIGH RASH! Yay! (It's the little things, people...)


My last ensemble was the Summer Fun Girls Night Out.


What better way to bring in the summer, than with a cute pair of white pants?! Am I right, ladies?! But I'm not going to lie...white pants scare the bejesus outta me. I feel so vulnerable in them. Can people see straight through to my panties? What if I sneeze/laugh/cough too hard? What if "Aunt Flo" comes for an early visit and I'm not prepared? --All terrifying scenarios that can be magically whisked away with the wearing of the Skimmies slipshort. Once again, you could not see the short lining and I was SO incredibly comfortable all night long!


The BEST part of these Jockey Skimmies is the price! They retail for $20-$22 and are worth every penny.

There are 3 different styles to choose from (I reviewed the Original Microfiber Skimmies):

Original Skimmies- Smooths like a slip, covers like shorts. Offers a smooth, polished look under fitted-to-flowing skirts and dresses. Available in short and regular lengths. Silky-smooth microfiber stretch fabric for smoothing coverage without restriction.

Anti-static Skimmies- Resists static and allows clothes to glide. Wear under pants or other cotton fashions and say good-bye to cling. Wide, flat leg hem for a stay-put fit. Targeted stretch zones flatter your natural curves.

Wicking Skimmies- Breathable mesh panels keep you comfortable and dry all day. Perfect for working out. Moisture-wicking, quick dry fabric helps prevent chafing.

How would you like to be #SavedBySkimmies? Tell me in the comments for a chance to win a $100 Jockey.com gift card. Each comment will automatically be entered to win.

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Thursday, May 21, 2015

Kellogg's Cereal in a Cup- a Busy Mom's Dream!


As a working Mom with 7-year-old quadruplets, I am constantly looking for ways to make life easier! (As you can imagine!)

 

 



Most mornings, the Steece house operates like a well-oiled machine.



Other days: we can't find shoes, someone is missing his homework, we have no bread, sister doesn't like her outfit, boys are fighting, we have no milk, sister is having a meltdown, we are running late, etc.

On these horrific mornings, Mama is doing her best just to survive! I have to get myself ready for work and make sure that 4 kids are clean, dressed, fed, packed and out of the house without being late.

One of the lessons we taught the kids at a very young age was how to make their own breakfast and lunches. Let me tell you, it has been an absolute life saver.

Kid-made breakfast is often messy and terrifying when you multiply it by four. Can you guess what our favorite go-to breakfast food became? Why cereal, of course! You cannot go wrong with Kellogg's. It is quick, easy and convenient, and always satisfying.

I wish I could tell you that we are the type of parents who do not allow food in the car, but I would be lying. When you are constantly on the go, racing from one event to another, you are many times left with no other choice than to eat in the car. This is why I LOVE Kellogg's Cereal In A Cup! They are easily portable, prepackaged servings that the kids literally grab and go!



Cereal is not just for breakfast. There are many different places where we enjoy Cereal In A Cup as a fun snack, especially with summer activities quickly approaching:
- on our way to baseball games
- while playing at the park
- at the pool
- on a long road trip

It's the perfect anytime, anywhere, anyone food.

Don't forget all of the yummy snacks that you can make using Kellogg's cereal. Good old fashioned Rice Krispy Treats are a Steece family favorite! Be sure to check out the link below for fun cereal treat recipes and get in the kitchen with your kiddos!
www.walmart.com/MakeTheMostOfSummer 

 

How are you #MakingTheMostOfSummer? Leave a comment below to enter for a chance to win a $100 Walmart gift card!

 

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Friday, May 01, 2015

Baseball Coach Pitch 1


This Spring was the boys' first year of Coach Pitch. Here are some pics.
Granna and Sav






Andrew at bat...and who is that handsome coach?




None other than Joseph Steece! Hubba hubba.



Ethan doing some catching (errrr....at least playing the position of catcher! ha)




Drew is baseball ready!




Ben playing first base




Coach Rob giving Ebud the game ball (getting a knuckle up from his buddy, Micah)




He was so happy!




We pretty much went to Fuzzy's Taco Shop after every game. Shenanigans ensued.





Bummed that on last game, Andrew was puking his guts out. We could not get rid of that nasty stomach bug!
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Friday, April 10, 2015

School Fun Run!


These cute kiddos took donations for their school's fun run to raise money for a running track! It was a fun night. 
(Kinley, Sav, Andrew, Maddie, Ben, and Ethan)




Ben ran/walked one lap and was done for the evening...




Andrew might have gotten 2 laps under his belt before playing on the swings...




Ethan is extremely competitive and was running his heart out. His face looked like he was going to collapse at any moment, but he kept running and running and running....not to be out-run by his sister.




Oh, but she out-ran him indeed. I lost track of counting after lap 8. Sav is one determined and dedicated little beast. SO competitive. Never flinched. 




I sure was proud of them! Thanks SOOOOOO much to all who donated!!! We appreciate you.

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Sunday, April 05, 2015

Easter Sunday Fun Day 2015

I wish I could just freeze the kids in this stage right now. They are so sweet and cute and excited about life. Look at these expressions before the big hunt in our backyard...
(E, B, S, A)





On your mark....get set....




I caught Ben in the middle of an epic maniacal laugh! This picture makes me giggle.





Ahhh...the search for the coveted golden egg with the $5. Sav won it again this year! The bros weren't too happy about it.




They clean up pretty well for church! My cuties: Sav, Ben, Ethan, Andrew




The hubs and me xoxo




This is what happens when it is raining/icky outside...




Savannah is serious about her egg huntin'





COUSINS!




The annual Easter Family Picture




Savi and her Prince Charming...he can do no wrong in her eyes.




 One last cousin pic in their cute clothes. I love Easter Sunday!
(Sav, Carter, Ethan, Ben, Andrew, Sawyer)
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