tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-46669677981353688812024-03-05T17:05:36.927-05:00Grace and Josie | A Blog for MomsRhode Island based Mom blogger sharing fashion, shopping, and lifestyle tips.Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13031591280098868538noreply@blogger.comBlogger433125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4666967798135368881.post-49495756759981020462022-09-02T11:16:00.001-04:002022-09-02T11:17:17.017-04:0015 Must Have Items for your Trip to ItalyPack These Items for ItalyWe just returned from 2 weeks in Italy (with a quick stop in Amsterdam first!) and I can say with assurance that these items were handy in getting us up, down, and across the country. We visited cities, country hills, and the seaside so you'll see a range of items that helped us in each location.Electronics for European TravelIf you are heading to Europe from the US, Melissa Carrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07676755787478954787noreply@blogger.com0Italy41.87194 12.5673813.561706163821157 -22.58887 70.182173836178848 47.72363tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4666967798135368881.post-30231745080320447102021-07-09T11:00:00.007-04:002021-07-09T17:25:13.466-04:00Beach Gear for Moms Beach Gear Finds on AmazonI've done tents, I've done umbrellas, but I've never done the beach canopy before!
Striped Beach Cabana
A cooler that will last decades of abuse and garage storage.Igloo BMX 25 CoolerThis Roxy sun hat to keep the rays off your face
Melissa Carrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07676755787478954787noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4666967798135368881.post-49351219694350388102021-07-01T13:40:00.022-04:002021-07-01T14:37:49.312-04:0010 Gift Ideas for Summer Birthdays 10 Gift Ideas for Summer BirthdaysI love searching the internet far and wide to find the perfect gifts for friends and family. Here's a collection of 10 gifts for the summer birthdays you have coming up.This Diptyque Dupe for $30Seda France Sel de Mer Pagoda Box CandleA lux watercolor setKuretake Gansai Tambi WatercolorsThis hat to keep the sun off your faceRoxy Women's Pina to My Colada Melissa Carrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07676755787478954787noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4666967798135368881.post-36514724814871732232021-01-25T12:35:00.003-05:002021-02-01T17:25:01.261-05:00Valentine's Day Picks to add to your Hint List Valentine's Day Picks to add to your Hint ListIf jewelry is on your list, take a browse on Amazon's Handmade selection for Valentine's Day.
If Breakfast is the way to your heart, check out these adorably yummy items.
Melissa Carrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07676755787478954787noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4666967798135368881.post-88098497449923197732020-11-25T18:02:00.005-05:002020-11-25T19:30:51.679-05:00Brooke's Top 10 Holiday Toys Top 10 Holiday ToysMy field correspondent and 5 year old toy expert has collected her top 10 toys of 2020, just in the nick of time!Toys and games seem to be on the list this year, despite her parent's pleading for a few books to make an appearance. Also missing? Essentials like pajamas and socks which are sure to make an appearance under the tree despite their ranking.Hatchimals Crystal Melissa Carrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07676755787478954787noreply@blogger.com0East Greenwich, RI 02818, USA41.6342619 -71.51304449999999213.324028063821153 -106.66929449999999 69.944495736178851 -36.356794499999992tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4666967798135368881.post-80134019518727473612020-11-02T17:53:00.001-05:002020-11-02T17:53:14.039-05:00Want It: Daily Ritual Women's Supersoft Terry Long-Sleeve Wrap Jumpsuit French Terry Long Sleeve JumpsuitIt's here! You might remember my excitement over the original Amazon Essentials French Terry jumpsuit (see below)? Well, imagine my surprise when my friend Jen sent a link to the cold weather version - with long sleeves! Behold, the Daily Ritual Women's Supersoft Terry Long-Sleeve Wrap JumpsuitHaven't bought this one yet, but thinking about getting one Melissa Carrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07676755787478954787noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4666967798135368881.post-822113569166564652020-11-02T11:36:00.001-05:002020-11-02T11:36:18.014-05:00Modern Movie NightHow About a Family Movie Night?The Modern Movie Night looks a little different this year whilst in the middle of a raging pandemic.I honestly can't remember the last movie I saw at a theater, but the thought of actually going to the movies seems like a remote memory at this point in 2020. I'm not terribly upset by that, to be honest, I never really liked "going to the movies" anyway and always Melissa Carrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07676755787478954787noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4666967798135368881.post-46935853732085363572020-09-21T12:13:00.006-04:002020-09-21T17:33:07.358-04:00Distance Learning: Organize Their Day with Google CalendarDistance Learning TipsTime ManagementOrganize Your Students' Day with Google CalendarIf you are struggling with multiple sources of information from papers to emails and notifications, let me show you how to organize that information into an easy to read schedule for your student or their caregiver.I've spent years using GSuite exclusively for organizing and communicating during my work day so I Melissa Carrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07676755787478954787noreply@blogger.com0East Greenwich, RI 02818, USA41.6496052 -71.4893013-11.328013627779008 -141.8018013 90 -1.1768012999999939tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4666967798135368881.post-13469518885029934292020-09-18T11:42:00.008-04:002020-09-18T11:59:34.187-04:00Distance Learning Tips: Chromebook Hacks How to Restart a Frozen ChromebookJust like any device, Chromebooks can freeze, lock up, or stop responding from time to time.Here are some steps you can take to get things moving again and restart your Chromebook. 💻1. Unplug any USB devices2. Bring up the OS Task Manager3. Hard reboot your Chromebook: Press and hold the power key until your Chromebook turns off4. Drain the battery: UnplugMelissa Carrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07676755787478954787noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4666967798135368881.post-10255973033744618732020-08-06T21:48:00.004-04:002020-08-06T22:01:00.750-04:00Shop My Closet on Poshmark Looking for the deals I find?In an effort to keep my closet fresh, I'm constantly selling my wardrobe (and my kids') on Poshmark.It's really easy to use the Poshmark app on my phone to quickly snap photos and create a listing. Shop My Closet on Poshmark
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Cardi sweater in dot $14
Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13031591280098868538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4666967798135368881.post-30499647240398778462020-07-13T13:36:00.000-04:002020-07-13T20:27:53.777-04:00My Favorite Amazon French Terry Jumpsuit
French Terry Jumpsuit
Today on the blog I'm sharing one of my current favorites of all of 2020 (maybe all time): The Amazon Essentials French Terry Jumpsuit.
Amazon Essentials Women's Studio Terry Fleece Jumpsuit
It's Essential
This piece has it all: pockets, non-clingy but super soft material, jogger cuffs and a scoop neck that's not too low with straps that will actually Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13031591280098868538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4666967798135368881.post-89564743188580216622020-07-09T17:11:00.005-04:002020-07-15T17:25:05.482-04:00White Tops for Your Next Tie Dye Project
Best White Tops to Tie Dye
Before you search high and low for the perfect white cotton top, check out these options below! I wanted to find something that was a little more fashionable/wearable than your average white tee (although, there's nothing wrong with that too!)
First things first. Here's the final product!
This is the Hanes EcoSmart Sweatshirt is size Mens Small and was about $Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13031591280098868538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4666967798135368881.post-81071627672400648742020-07-09T12:52:00.001-04:002020-07-09T12:52:30.468-04:00Tea Collection End of Season Sale
I'll tell you one thing. Summer is no where close to being over. But hey, who am I do deny a great sale at Tea Collection?
Top Picks for Girls
Top Picks for Baby
Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13031591280098868538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4666967798135368881.post-89206332830921213542020-07-06T21:58:00.002-04:002020-07-08T10:09:45.855-04:00Best Summer Sandals 2020
Best Summer Sandals for 2020
Looking for the perfect sandals when you actually step foot outside of your house post-quarantine? Here are my picks for the best summer sandals of 2020. I can give you the run down of use case for each of these, and trust me, you'll need all five. ; )
1. crocs Women's Serena Flip Flop $25
Alright alright, here I am to admit that I am a croc fan. A big ol'Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13031591280098868538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4666967798135368881.post-85824368947403871362020-05-28T12:10:00.003-04:002020-06-17T20:56:54.337-04:00Virtual Summer Camps My Kids Would Actually Like
My 8 year old is so done with distance learning.
As the weirdest school year of all time wraps up and kids have been staring at their screens from mid-March through June, the last thing I wanted to do was sign her up for another round of Zoom calls and Google Classroom.
She's smart, but she's also bored and unmotivated and without the strong social setting of school she's just not Melissa Carrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07676755787478954787noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4666967798135368881.post-36728569945831549432020-03-31T17:54:00.001-04:002020-03-31T17:54:22.875-04:00Quarantine Homeschool Week Two
WOW. That was a long March wasn't it?
There's a reason why there's a large posting gap between "Day One" and Week Two.
Tips for Parents during a COVID-19 Pandemic
1. Get some sleep - there's no sense staying up all night worrying about the weight of the world (v. easy to do during this time no doubt).
Both of these are good options for getting sleepy before bed. I've found that taken 30 Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13031591280098868538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4666967798135368881.post-48985847110218378472020-03-23T16:10:00.000-04:002020-03-24T12:39:27.226-04:00Quarantine Homeschool Day One
Homeschool While Working From Home
Chapter 1
Well, it's the end of the first Quarantine Homeschool Day 1. Let's start off with some positivity. It was good to see the girls' teachers and their classmates. Zoom has been working very well for staying in touch during distance learning and luckily, I have years of video conferencing under my belt so no stress there.
In fact, here are my top 3 Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13031591280098868538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4666967798135368881.post-22279416542250839362019-12-13T19:26:00.001-05:002019-12-13T20:06:45.130-05:00What's on Sale: December 13
Best Holiday Deals for December 13, 2019
Happy Friday! It was a busy day of hair appointments and a trip to the mall so this post is late late late! Still, I'll leave you with a few late-night finds and with any luck, these deals will still be valid tomorrow.
From Walmart.com
LOL Surprise Winter Disco Chalet House
I don't know who needs this hot mess but at least it's on sale and $64 Melissa Carrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07676755787478954787noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4666967798135368881.post-52171819335327572122019-12-12T12:59:00.000-05:002019-12-12T15:00:15.099-05:00What's on Sale: December 12
It's no secret that I love this time of year for shopping. As a Mom it's a welcome respite from the last minute requests for graham crackers for my kid's class, or another secret santa gift that I have to wrangle. Or. The dog knocking over a giant planter of my beloved snake plants and getting 5 pounds of dirt all over my dining room rug.
Holiday Deals for December 12, 2019
From Melissa Carrierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07676755787478954787noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4666967798135368881.post-23808524328398223772019-10-29T16:32:00.001-04:002020-08-06T22:13:30.602-04:00Woodland Creature Style for Little GirlsWoodland Creature StylePerfect for little girls!
How cute is the Woodland Creature trend for little girls? I love the fanciful details, petite florals, and ornate cuteness in these socks, boots, pillows, and more!
Perfect Winter Boots
Tiny Woodland Friends
Precious Pillow
An outfit that works for Halloween and Christmas!
Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13031591280098868538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4666967798135368881.post-57936579954219537272019-07-15T16:46:00.001-04:002019-07-15T21:15:51.558-04:00Amazon Prime Day 2019: A Mom's Picks
Amazon Prime Day is here
Even if you don't find a great deal, the 6% back on Amazon purchases today is enough for me to Add to Cart.
Here are a few fun items to consider:
This Instant Pot Prime Day Deal that I bought back in November now $55.99.
My beloved Cricut machine! Seriously, this is a fun craft tool that lets you get creative with decals and iron-on transfers for just $199. Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13031591280098868538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4666967798135368881.post-70933727826695727372019-05-24T10:51:00.000-04:002019-05-24T11:21:53.194-04:00Friday Finds: iPhone Accessories
Happy Friday! I have searched high and low to bring you some cool iPhone accessories at great prices.
It's the Friday before Memorial Day and despite the fact we really didn't have a Spring, midnight tonight kicks off the unofficial start of summer! I mean, I guess it does, maybe I made that up?
Witti Candi
Qi Certified Wireless Charger Stand (Black) for Apple iPhone X/XS/Melissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13031591280098868538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4666967798135368881.post-85211594179062996712019-05-16T15:41:00.002-04:002019-05-24T10:59:44.581-04:00Are you shopping Amazon Fashion?
Top Summer Dresses on Amazon Fashion
Have you shopped dresses on Amazon yet?
The key is to look for top sellers at great prices, with thousands of positive reviews.
There seems to be a magical sweet spot of these dresses in the $20-$25 range. In my most recent research, I discovered the dresses below that into that category and offer thousands of reviews for you to checkoutMelissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13031591280098868538noreply@blogger.com0