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paper works – april

April 4, 2016 Filed in Uncategorized

i am going to keep on telling you about Paper Works because it’s so much fun!
getting this package in the mail each month is rad.
i love seeing the designs Emily comes up with!
these really do make chores more enjoyable… it’s weird but true.
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i love the 8×10 print that comes in the kit!

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i filled out A WHOLE MONTH’s menu for my family!
well… i am gone for 6 days and they are on their own for those days but i am ready when i get back!
now i don’t have to think much about dinner the rest of the month.
i can just look at the calendar.
then each week i can shop according to the plan!
such a time saver and gives me less on my mind every day.
i kind of dread 4-6pm because i never know what to make for dinner and don’t want to make another decision.

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i love the daily planner sheets because of the break down by time.
it keeps me moving.
i tend to get a little paralyzed when i look at very full list.
but if i use the right side for the things that need to get done and then break it down by time on the left side…IT GETS DONE!
it’s crazy!
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and of course i love the scripture memory cards that come each month.
i always need more bible.

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Paper works is a monthly subscription plan.
there are three tiers of subscription plans.
depending on the plan you choose you can print it all yourself or have it all printed for you.
with an online gallery of all kinds of printable pretty things.
or print more of what you’d like – extra grocery lists or chore charts?

CLICK HERE to get $5 off your subscription and to go to the Paper Works shop!

 

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Kathy - I couldn’t figure out your menu entry for 4/1 at first and puzzled over what “out to cat” meant. I had to laugh at myself when I realized your “c” was really an “e” but you have to admit it looks like you had a strange dinner that day. 🙂

Marcia - I love love love these designs! And I also LOVE your menu for the month … can you share any of the recipes, please? 🙂

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this week

April 3, 2016 Filed in antiques,chickens,creativity,family fun,home decorating,things i love,Uncategorized

i have been attempting to write this post for over a week but my computer is being dumb.
there seems to be a window right now where it’s working so i write.  🙂

my mind has been consumed with thoughts and planning for Camp CREATE coming up next week.
and shopping for it.
and prepping for it.
all while being a mom and that kind of stuff.
so… here are a bunch of phone pics of things that are going on recently.

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best shirt ever    (from hello apparel)

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i finally put up the cow bust that was my grandma’s.
it hung on the side of her sink and she used it as a towel holder for as long as i can remember.
i always loved it.
and i was so happy to have it for my home.

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working from home… a project that will come out in september.
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annie’s first spring break.

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we went to a Rend Collective concert.
have you heard of them?
we listen to them allllllll the time with our kids and some of the songs are sung at our church too.
my Rend Collective pandora station is one of my most favorites.
in this picture… i was watching the lighted beach balls that were bouncing around the crowd and never even saw that they put panda heads on.  HA!
i was looking through the photos and asked “what in the world?” to talby & annie and they said “yeah… they did that for a long time mom”
oh.
i guess i was distracted.
so funny.

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still trying to eat healthy.
a battle i feel i may never win because – cookies.
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H.O.R.S.E. in the driveway.

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spring break dinner out that just happened to be on St. Patricks Day which made for a lively crowd. (aka: drunk)

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saturdays with no sports or major events are my faaaaaaavorite.
and the dogs like it too.
ha!
they get so many more opportunities to make me spill my coffee.
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my friend Jenny sent me this ADORABLE wood sign for my house!
and i found a spot right away so i could see it everyday!
she has so many cute handmade signs in her shop.
i love every. single. one!
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this was Easter morning.
WHAT?
we haven’t had snow in two years in our area of kansas.
and on Easter sunday annie came in our room and shouted “IT SNOWED A TON!???!” and threw open our curtains.
we were shocked!

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it was so bizarre to have all that snow!

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this was the most i did for Easter for my kids… everyone got a small chocolate bunny.

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i have been “collecting” random pretty state or flower plates for a few years for maybe someday doing a big mosaic project.
but recently i was thinking of getting new dishes at home but dreading spending money on dishes that would inevidentally end up broken since the kids do all the dishes at our house… pro/con.
i realized i had tons of these dishes… they are fun to look at….they are unique… they cost .50 – $1.00 at our thrift store… i could just use these as our plates instead of buying a new set of fancy dishes.
It’s more my style anyway… eclectically unique/colorful/vintage/modern twist.
so now they are our everyday plates!
and i love them!
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camp prep – making name tags.
making projects.
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planning for camp looks a lot like this.
at several different stores.

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and at camp since we are together for several days we give everyone their own cup.
it helps keep track of which drink is which, cuts down on dishes and it’s cute!
lots of people asked on Instagram where i got them… you can find them RIGHT HERE.

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the same grandma that had the cow in her kitchen also used the phrase “happy plate” when we were good eaters and could have dessert.
and let me tell you… i was a really picky eater and they ate weird stuff.
i challenged the happy plate at every meal.
but i loved her tapioca pudding and usually ate enough to get it.
so i saw this plate in OKC and loved the memories it brought up.
and bought one for me and one my sister too.
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marshalls and tjmaxx are my weakness.
i love finding stuff there!
like this rug… i have even brought it up to the register but haven’t bought it… yet.
it’s just so darn cheery!

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my mom found me this awesome tank on Zulily.
could it be any more perfect for me?!

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all that snow melted immediately… like by 5:00 it was GONE.
and spring is definitely here in kansas.
my chickens are loving the nice weather.
as much as i can assume a chicken loves anything.

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i found some fun stuff while thrifting the other day.
i don’t love green glass but i love when i find something unique and that water jar was just that.
but really i just love thrifting in general.
and the flowers were from Dillons.
because it’s a nice addition to any friday.

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scott went on a college visit last week (HOW?!) and these clouds were on my drive home.
deep blue and moving so fast.
i tried not think of them as some kind of metaphor for this new stage of life with my oldest son….
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we got our baby fix holding craig’s cousin’s baby on friday night.
he was dreamy… never made a peep.

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and my last pic for today… this was the scene i walked into after my house had been cleaned.
it’s all so C L E A N!!!
i smiled for an hour!
i have lots more i want to share but who knows what my computer will do the next week.
and camp starts in three days!
there is laundry to wash, beds to make, art supplies to organize, margaritas to make!
it’s going to be a very good week!

 

 

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Mindy - Love Rend Collective and can only imagine the energy live and in person! I love Marshall’s and TJ Maax as well – you never know what you might find there. And your tulips – lovely.

Candice - Love your photos! Can you share your source for printing on canvas? Thank you!

beth larson - I loved this post Meg…all the great pictures etc… (my your kiddos seem to be growing in leaps in the last few months). I especially love the last pic of the cute pups in your sparkly clean house! Happy Friday,
beth

Lisa - Oh that picture of you and Annie! Be still my heart!

Jenn - so your rend collective picture…….well first love the panda heads. great…..but second the girl in the picture (her profile) looks like drew berrymore

Lindsey - Love everything about this post!

angela F Conklin - Ok, so i can’t stand it when people say *where did you get that?* and *what color is that?* BUT…………..
Lipstick color in 1st pic please!
AND
tell me about your counter tops. Granite? Marble? Quartz? Color? Make?

Angela conoil@yahoo.com

cornelia krahn - I have 20 of those state plates and I’m moving so I can’t keep them. I’d like to give them to you for all the joy you’ve brought to my life. I live in Wisconsin but will be in Newton this Thursday-Sat. Are you interested?

DLG in Mich - I bought two of those rugs at Marshall’s for the same reason – they make me happy. I got orange and teal and while they make me smile, they don’t wash up so well. The colored ‘ribbons’ come un-tucked from the tan body of the rug, if that makes sense.

Melanie Sidwell - Ooooh you know CU-Boulder is a great college town 🙂 just sayin! Also – I have collected about six of those green glass water jars (found one even with the original yellow lid). I love them and haven’t found any for a few years so I’m quite tickled you found one. I found four at a small town Nebraska thrift store, and two in different stores in Colorado. Coveting yours!

Melissa - “because cookies”… story of my life.

Rebekah Wales - That rainbow hello t-shirt is THE BEST!

Jennifer - Great post! Yes, next week is definitely going to great ;)!

Heather - Love that cow, I have the exact same one hanging beside my sink! Found it at an antique shop for $7 and felt like I won the lottery! Your pictures are always so bright and cheery, love checking in on your blog just to see all of the fun pics. 🙂

Debi meyers - Hey meg.
Pretty lipstick in photo #1!

Since I’m older than you but not as old as your grand mom, as a teen in the 70s in the Midwest I bought a similar white ceramic head to hang my bathroom towel. Not a cow, but another barn animal … Pig? Duck? don’t remember. Has same eyes. I guess they were a thing.

I collect vintage souvenir plates too. Many often have a sticker saying “not food-safe” … And often the original stickers are gone. You don’t want to be eating off a lead-based paint.

Carry on ….

Traci - I love that cute cow! Also, I feel that you are my soul sister in a lot of ways. Lover of color, lots of creative endeavors. I enjoy seeing what you write about here. Carry on and here’s to a happy and creative week!

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24 hours in OKC

March 25, 2016 Filed in family fun,Uncategorized

we woke up on friday morning of spring break last week & decided last minute to go to Oklahoma City for the NCAA tournament games.
no one had anything packed.
we had no tickets to the games.
but we all scrambled together and hit the road.

in less than three hours we were there!
craig and the boys went to find some tickets for the second game in the first round.
scott really wanted to see Buddy Hield play in person.
craig could only find two tickets so he sent the boys inside on their own and then he went to watch the game at a restaurant.
the girls and i wandered around and took silly pictures in front of crazy murals.
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we had time to shop at one store that was nearby called Plenty.
it’s such a fun place!
we loved so many pretty things in their shop.
but this trophy… don’t you think some days it would be THE PERFECT gift someone could give you?!

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and there was time for dessert too.
BEFORE dinner!
lucky ducks.
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the girls and i drove around and looked at giant fancy houses for a few minutes too.
then we met up with all the boys for dinner – Mexican!  YUM!
after that we ALL went back to the stadium and had tickets to the second round of games that night.
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these weren’t teams we particularly cared about but it was fun to go and do something different.

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for the 2nd game in the 2nd half we saw a bunch of empty seats in the third row and we moved on down.
we got a close up view for the craziest game ending shot!
it was tied and everyone’s phones were dead except for mine.. i had 4 % left.
scott said “MOM! VIEDO THIS!”  i said “Why?!” (like a true mom)
and then this happened….

SO MUCH FUN!!!

we pretty much decided that we need to go to NCAA march madness games every year.

we had debated earlier in the day not spending the night but thankfully we had gotten a hotel room because the game was over after 11:00!
we got to our hotel room at midnight!
AND we got upgraded because since it was so late they gave our room away earlier
we had ended up in a room that had 3 tvs,  a kitchen and a bar AND a conference table with 6 rolling chairs!
the kids thought it was so fancy.
Craig and i loved that we had our own room within the suite!
“Fancy livin’! Here we come!” – spongebob squarepants

the kids went swimming in the morning and played their favorite game of hotel elevator tag
we ate a big buffet breakfast and then it was back on the road.

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the next Urban Outfitters catalog models… featuring a broken wheel barrel.
ha ha ha
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and this one could be captioned “SEAN! GET OUT OF MY PICTURE!!”

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it’s a shame these kids have no personality and they are just so shy.
heh.
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we stopped into this shop Pinkitzel… ummmm?
this place was W-I-L-D!
super cute cupcakes though!
and the cutest mugs!  this fancy pants one was my favorite.

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and then seriously… THIS IS AN UNDERPASS!
it is crazy beautiful.
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i asked craig to pull over so i could take this shot.
and i love him for stopping.
i am super curious about this place?!!
obviously because of the white on white Jesus Saves neon lights but also because it was super modern and pretty and well taken care of.
LOVED IT!

and that was our 24 hours in OKC.
we had to get back home in time to watch KU play on tv.
🙂

short & sweet and a seriously good time!
perfect way to end spring break!

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meg duerksen - Cindy i usually shop for my girls at Old Navy & Target. Talby gets jeans from american eagle because they fit her the best. We get lots of sporty stuff as gifts at christmas. I also tend to shop tjmaxx for leggings and hoodies too.

KWolff - I love how your family just up & went because they could! That is a something I hope we can get mastered sooner or later. We tend to over plan things.
I’m trying to “sell” OKC as a vacation destination for our family of six this summer. I haven’t been to Oklahoma since I was in college and that was only for a band trip. Running around with my kiddos would be way more fun (ok, maybe not WAY MORE fun, but still).
Anyhoo – thanks for showing the other side of OKC to us! 🙂

Tiffany - Love the wall and the photos!

Jill - Loved all of your pictures from the trip. I too was so curious about this building with Jesus Saves on the front. I looked it up….here is the link with all of the information about it.
http://oklahoma.uli.org/event/uli-oklahoma-site-tour-jesus-saves/

Cindy - I would love to know where your shop with your girls for clothes! I have a 12 and 14 year old and it’s a struggle to find things for them. Love your blog…thanks for all of the big kids posts!

Kerri - Going to the tournament games is so much fun – doesn’t matter who is playing, just experiencing that atmosphere is great. The Bricktown area of OKC is fantastic. I’m a Kansan, but wouldn’t have been in any hurry to get home for the Jayhawk game. lol

Ellen V R - I know right where that Jesus Saves building is! I did some Googling and apparently it used to be a Bible bindery but it’s been empty for about a decade and someone bought it to turn it into an upscale residence…so if it looked nice, I wonder if it’s finished! How cool!

Linda - I love the spontaneity and the joy that you find in life!

Lisa - I’ve lived here , close to Okc, over 30 years and haven’t seen all those paintings!
When you come back, a neat place to go, is Architechural Salvage, on Meridian.
It’s kinda like the barn, up there in Marion.
Know where I can get 2 tickets to the opening Royals game???

Lori - Super fun! Love that underpass. Wow!

Carol S. - Fun fun post, lucky mom with kids (even boys) that ham it up for the camera!! The paintings are all so amazing!!!! Thanks for sharing Meg.

Beth Ann - So jealous you were able to watch the UNI game – UNI is my alma mater! There was lots of cheering going on in our living room that late, late night! Looks like a fun 24 getaway!

Kelly - Fun mom and dad alert!!!! I love reading about fun family adventures, and it’s great to think ahead to when my own kids are bigger, about what trips we can take.

Marsha Kern - How fun, great idear!

Katherine @ Grass Stains - I’m laughing because you called it a “wheel barrel”! I’ve had whole conversations with people about that … wondering if that’s a regional thing or what. (Do you know that it’s a “wheelbarrow”?) I wrote a blog post about it a long time ago because I was fascinated that so many people call them wheel barrels!

Melissa - How fun!
Rock Chalk!!!

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super yummy granola

January 13, 2016 Filed in food,recipes,Uncategorized

my friend julianna made me some crazy good granola!
i ate it all right away.
she shared the recipe she had used and i changed it a bit to make it “healthier”.

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i used gluten free rolled oats.
but you don’t have to.
and you could totally use brown sugar or vegetable oil instead of coconut.
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you bake it… then turn it all over and add your nuts in…. then bake it again.
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then you add all the yummy stuff at the end after it’s cooled down.
you could add chocolate chips…. or anything that sounded good to you.
it’s great over yogurt.
it’s delicious on it’s own by the handful.
it’s very crunchy when you first make it and it softens up over time in the container.
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i would say definitely be careful not to over cook it… the coconut sugar seems to bake quickly and burn easily.

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granola

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Juliana - I really love the coconut flakes…fantastic changes from the original! ❤️❤️❤️

T-licious - I love her granola!!! Good idea on sharing!!!

Valerie - Mmmm!! Looks so good, I just might try this today! Thanks!! <3

Jennifer - Thank you for sharing! I was just thinking of making my own and needed a recipe!

Beth - This looks yummy! I’m on Whole 30 right now, so can’t do the oats or sweetener, but will try after that. There’s a grain free oatmeal that I think you’d like – here’s the link:
http://www.somethingswanky.com/grain-free-whole-30-oatmeal/

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shopping for activewear

October 26, 2015 Filed in Uncategorized
JCPenney’s asked me if I would want to write a post focusing on their Activewear.
Ummmm… yes please!!
Shopping for activewear is one of my favorite things.
I feel like I am pretty good at it. Ha ha ha!
I went to my closest JCPenney to shop in person but you can definitely shop online too.
The activewear section was much bigger than I remembered!
I decided to try on lots of things and share what I liked because I know you are dying to go shopping with me – HA!
Something you should know about me and shopping – I try on EVERYTHING! If I remotely like it… I try it on.
Because you never know if it’s going to be the perfect thing if you don’t try it on!IMG_6415
I started with the Nike section.
The pink drew me in.
I love bright pink! 
This hoodie was super soft and comfy!
I loved how the hood was tall & kind of slouchy (is that a word?)IMG_6433 
And more pink… this half zip pullover was a good one!
If it has the thumbholes, I am totally smitten.
If it were up to me, ALL long sleeve shirts would have thumbholes. Why not?
It’s so comfy and warm that way.
Those Nike capri pants were a great print too!jcp5IMG_6417 
This jacket was so CUTE!! It zipped up at an angle and that neck line was fabulous.
The fabric was the softest… I really liked this one!jcp6 And then weirdly…. I fell in love with these Nike sweats.
I thought I was trying on leggings – i probably wouldn’t have tried them on at all if i’d known they were sweat pants.
But these fleece-lined pants are probably the most comfortable pants I’ve ever tried on!
And I look slightly like a dude in those photos don’t ya think?
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I moved onto JCPenney’s brand called Xersion.
These jackets came in several colors.
I attempted to give purple a chance… no.
Not happening.
But I liked the navy!
And I loved the black… of course.
I love color but so often I lean hard on black.IMG_6449jcp3 
If you didn’t like all the detail on the left jacket, another option is the more streamlined all-black version on the right.
Both very comfortable and perfect for starting out on a walk on a fall morning in Kansas.
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That’s a super cute coat!
Looking at it I was reminded of my training for the half marathon a few years ago… running 8 miles in the snow!
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I loved the detail on these Xersion capris!
(also wishing i’d gotten a pedicure before my shopping trip!)

So many great patterns and quotes!jcp1IMG_6459 
If you are looking for black workout pants… i think you can find them here!

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I loved those pink patterned capris!
IMG_6470jcp2  the back of this shirt was perfect!
They had it in several colors but I focused on black or gray… again.
And I sized down to a medium for this loose fitting shirt.IMG_6475 
This crazy soft sweatshirt with thumbholes was an easy decision.IMG_6476 
I wasn’t 100% sold on the mesh shirt…jcp4 
I like when I can find a longer shirt to cover my booty in my workout leggings.
I sized down from what I usually wear because it seemed to fit me better.IMG_6486  I had too many choices of things I really liked!
(That is one downfall that happens occasionally when trying on so many things)
i came home with the Nike pants! (and a pair for talby too)
i also got the Mind, Body, Spirit top and the light blue loose tee.

that was kind of fun to go shopping “together” wasn’t it?   🙂

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sherri crawford - i recently picked up some yoga pants

Ellie Wright - It’s been a while, but my last fitness related purchase was sneakers.

amanda sakovitz - i recently bought yoga pants

D Schmidt - The most recent was the Reebok® Workout Ready Tank Top

Jerry Marquardt - I recently purchased a Firestone hoodie to work out in.

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Tabathia B - I don’t think I have ever purchased authentic activewear, but just adapted athletic wear and leggings

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Thomas Murphy - I just bought new running shoes.

Denise L - I can’t remember the last time I bought workout wear – I really need to win this contest!

Susan Smith - I just recently purchased yoga pants and a sports bra.

Tarissa - I did purchase a couple of new activewear shirts over the summer. Also, I’m going to purchase some new exercising shoes very soon, maybe this week!

Betty C - I haven’t really gotten much lately. The most recent was a new sports bra.

angie - I have not purchased any active wear since the mid-1990s. It is just not something that I wear or would use. Sorry! Just being honest! Hope that is OK! 😀

Stacey b - The most recent active wear item I purchased was a jogging jacket, since it’s starting to get cooler.

Tara - The last activewear item I bought was a workout t-shirt.

Angel Jacklyn - A sports bra not too long ago…

Kerry - I just bought some cute Nike shorts from JCpenney!

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maria cantu - I bought me some capris.

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Margaret Smith - My most recent purchase is nike walking shoes. Thanks so much.

Shawn Gallagher - Some wife beaters for running in!

debbie - I just bought a front zip sports bra.

Tina m - I just purchased some sport bars.

Laura B! - I just bought a neoprene fleece-lined hoodie and it is amazing!! A definite must have for chilly fall mornings here in Pittsburgh! 🙂

Skye - My last purchases have been shoes and sports bras. Not the most exciting but the two things I cannot run without!

Tobi Layton - My most recent purchase was a pair of black/white/grey sweats from Academy. Most comfy pants ever!

nancy beach - Its getting cold here in Iowa so I just bought a light weight slouchy hoodie for running.

Deb Ford - I got some cute capri leggings a few weeks back

rachel - I can’t even remember! How sad is that! Guess I need to buy something new!

Rebecca - It’s been a while since I have worked out, but I’m planning on getting back into shape with the start of the new year!

Elle - I just bought a pair of New Balance performance tights in this purple/white combination that I love.

Stephanie Phelps - The most recent thing I bought was a sports bra and some good socks!

Cynthia C - I think the last thing I purchased was a pair of Jockey stretch capris for my walking.

heather - The most recent active wear item that I purchased was a new pair of Nike’s.

Heather S - I bought an zip hoodie from Victorias Secret’s active line 🙂

cheryl - Black leggings. Always the black leggings. 😉

Kate @ Songs Kate Sang - Yoga pants! 🙂

Laura Conway - A Speedo suit!

Margie - lulu lemon pants

kjasus - i recently bought sneakers

Amy Tong - the most recent activewear item I’ve purchased was some skorts. As the weather changed, I need to a jacket soon….and I want some yoga pants too. 🙂

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Mary Jo - Would love to win this for my granddaughter because we shop a JCPenney every year near Christmas time!

Meredith Feisel - Purple workout pants for Zumba in 2013. I’m due for new!

Becky - Hmmm…the last active wear item I purchased were capris. I like finding longer work out tops to go over leggings, too…easier said than done sometimes, though!

Karla - I got a workout top

Tracy - Lovin the slouchy necks, hot pink and black capris, but like you always lean toward black and grey when I finalize my choices! If I win this – I vow to only buy color 🙂

Megan - I bought under armour 3/4th compression pants to keep me nice and warm!

Madeline - A few months ago I bought trail running shoes for the first time!

Katherine - I just got some tights for hiking!

Heather - My most recent activewear purchase was those leggings that you recommended in a post. The ones from TJMaxx. I love them. They have pockets (ring a bell?). Thank you for the rec! I’ll look into JCP and the recs that you made. 🙂

Kathy - The most recent active item I bought was new Brooks sneakers for running – love my Brooks!!

Laura Williams - A t-shirt from the track team at the school where I work! Go Timberwolves!

Lari - I bought a pair of work out capris. I like them but wish there were more options that were a little looser.

julie - I bought black capris similar to the colorful ones you tried on!

Megan - My most recent exercise purchase was some new Tennies!! I love “workout” gear…just wish wearing it would make me fitter!!

Andrea - Love my Xersion jacket – I have it in my go to black! :). Wear it to bootcamp every morning!

Nicole Francis - Always yoga pants! Love JCP! Thanks!!

Joleen - Most recently I bought some of their black compression pants, love them!

LaTanya - some leggings

kt - A pair of orange, black and grey yoga/athletic capris. First activewear purchase for myself in about 6 years…embarrassing but true 🙂 Trying to put myself first occasionally.

Michelle - I just bought some leggings for working out. Love all the selections you showed at JCP!

Jermaine D - Its been a while, but probably some basic black capris!

Natalie - The most recent activewear product that I purchased was some capri running tights in a neat color!

Mary - It’s been way too long! Do sneakers count??

Jessie C. - tweet-https://twitter.com/tcarolinep/status/659583569245810688

Jessie C. - The most recent activewear item I purchased was sports bra.
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Betsy - I used to love baggy pants for workout gear, but the last few years, I’ve become addicted to the capri leggings. So easy and you don’t feel like you have 900 layers on. Will have to visit JCP to try on some of the things you showed here. 🙂

Whitney - capris! and a loose fitting tee. 🙂

Heather Robison - I like the triangle capris you tired on!! I could use some new clothes to sweat in!!

Emily B. - I just bought some yoga pants at Goodwill–total steal, and I love them. Thanks for the chance to win!

Jennie - My most recent purchase was a vest, and I’m loving wearing it with sleeveless shirts underneath while its still warm down here in the south!

Jen - I bought a long sleeve tee from Athleta. Love their stuff, especially on sale!

Jen Smith - I got a couple half zip long sleeves yesterday. One is hot pink and one is black and grey houndstooth. Fabulous!

Jennifer Roehl - I purchased a workout jacket from Sams Club a few weeks ago. I love and the price was right…$16.97!

Julie - i bought some activewear pants at tjmaxx this summer, i’ve had good luck with their stuff so far!

Jolene - I just dropped a bunch of money on a few things at Sears….Where I live there aren’t many choices. I have to drive an hour to reach other stores….

jody - Leggings. which i haven’t bought in years. eeek. need long shirt to cover my booty!!!!

Caitlyn - I had to buy some new leggings recently, to get me back on track. Motivation can be fun 🙂

Shannon - A new bra!

MelissaG - I have only bought one pair of yoga pants in the last couple years. apparently I am not hard on my active wear, it lasts forever. I’m not sure if that is good or bad! Maybe I need to be working harder!

Jodie R. - Probably a pair of Nike stripped tights that you showed on your blog. 🙂

Sarah D - It has been awhile since I’ve made an activewear purchase, but I think it was a tank from OldNavy.

Jessica McCart - Hello 🙂 I recently purchased fitting striped gray and black leggings from Walmart. Cheap and they fit great! Thank you!

Lisa Brown - tweet-https://twitter.com/LuLu_Brown24/status/659419684438065152

Lisa Brown - the last thing i bought was bootcut yoga pants

Michele - Fun! I could use new workout clothes!

Stephanie B - I actually accidentally bought active wear. I got some tank tops that didn’t end up covering my bra straps well enough so exercise shirts they became!

Ty - The newest active wear item I purchased are running shorts. I need to update to leggings for the cooler weather.

Becky M. - I bought two pairs of great leggings for running – both from TJ Maxx 🙂

Brenna - Who knew JCPenny had such cute stuff?!? Definitely checking it out!

Anna - Such cute workout wear! I love JC Penneys! Thanks for the awesome giveaway!

Jamie Weathers - Capri pants from Target that I LOVE!

Ali - I finally broke down and replaced my worn out sports bras…. 🙂 Thank you Target!

Shay @ Whine Less, Breathe More - Thumb holes for the win!

Those pink hombre Capri pants are my favorite. I also like the black jacket you tried on.

Rosemary - long sleeved work out shirt with longer tail in the back and a bathing suit…cause that’s for doing laps! HA!

jen - Those were some super cute workout clothes! I’m going to need to go check them out. The last thing I got was a pair of capri’s from Fabletics. Time to go get some stuff for the colder weather though.

Madison - nike leggings!

April R - About 2 weeks ago I bought capri leggings to replace my maternity leggings that are finally too big! I am currently on the hunt for a lightweight jacket and the grey one with the assymetrical zipper is tempting 🙂 Thanks for the inspiration

Katie - I purchased a control top tank top and capri pants. After having a mastectomy after breast cancer the tank top helps to accentuate the curves I still have left!

Trindin - Love the fashion show!!! I most recently bought a pair of legging style pants.

Rachel Soderberg - I bought black Nike shorts most recently. 🙂 It was funny because I didn’t know they were soccer short at the time but it turns out that they were! They are so comfortable. I wear them all the time for exercising, chilling around the house, etc.

Kelly D - I purchased yoga pants most recently.

liesl - I need new pants!!! And I might need to try on that pink sweatshirt with the saggy neck…love it!

Elena - I bought sports bra

Lisa - My most recent activewear purchase was 2 pair of running pants, which I wore almost every day this summer. I really like the look of those Nike pants. How handy that I’ll be driving by Penney’s on my way home after work!

Stephanie - sports bra is a must

Julie Wood - tweet-https://twitter.com/JewelWood/status/659116053616701441

Julie Wood - I purchased the JC Penney Xersion Relaxed Fit Relaxed Terry pants for exercising at JC Penny for $9.99! regular price $44!!

Deb M - I also bought the high waist capri leggings from 90 degrees. I love how they try and hold my menopot (also known as tummy) in–ha ha!

jennifer - I purchased new sports bras! I am in the process of trying to make some running leggings, but that project isn’t coming along well and soon it will be too cold to wear them!

Mami2jcn - tweet–https://twitter.com/mami2jcn/status/659105511716036608

Mami2jcn - I bought 2 sports bras.

Christy - My most recent purchase was a new pair of running shoes, but I desperately need new cold weather running gear!

Erin - i bought some capri pants you recommended from amazon – love them and bought another color! 🙂

Heike - I bought some new workout leggings – love leggings and capris!!

Paula Moss - I just bought a new Athleta tank and Gap sports bra….love them!

Catherine Burnett - I am kind of stuck on my target yoga pants. But I have a fairly new pair of bright blue running shoes, asics, i think? that i love… need to wear them more often 🙂

Becky J - oh Meg- it has been over 5 years ago that I purchased running pants…but, by God’s good grace I have dropped 35 lbs since July and I have a ways to go & my pants are wayyyyyy baggy :)…this old gal could use some new properly fitting clothes for the treadmill…thanks for the article and giveaway! Blessings

Stephanie V - I love JCP workout clothes!!

Lynda M. - I had no idea JC Penney offered so much outerwear! My most recent purchase was a sports bra.

Cindy Singer - Nike running capris! Love those pink capris you tried on!

Denise Smith - just bought some new nike running shorts, although i don’t run”) i live in them!

shar y - My last active-wear purchase were shoes and socks. I really need to update my work out clothes. I want to try those pants that you say are so comfy and probably a bright jacket, although don’t need one too warm down here in Texas. Thanks!!

Erika - Most recently, a pair of very soft leggings. I’d love to stock up on more!

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Becky Kerr - I recently bought an Amy Tangerine jacket and pants set from Sam’s Club. Love them! They are great! The perfect weight and so comfortable. I call them my comfy pants.

AlyssaErin - I really, really like my Xersion capris. They don’t slide down during CrossFit or while running. Every other pair I own seem to drop lower when working out hard.

Julie Cross - The last thing I bought was a work out tank top. And believe it or not – it is the only work out thing I own. Obviously, I need to get in gear! Its always so overwhelming shopping for activewear because I prefer preppy daily wear but your post is inspiring me to run to JcP!

DLG in Mich - The last piece of workout wear I purchased was a new sports bra to wear to yoga. I’m a big fan of JCP, so thanks for partnering with them.

Liana Merz - My most recent purchase was a JCP dry fit work out shirt — I bought it in pink and grey. That has been months ago, though…so I’m due for a shopping trip!

Ashley - I NEED those pink/purple pants, so cute! Time for some online shopping. 🙂

Rachel n. - Guess I don’t make the plunge very often…yikes, I think my last active-wear purchase was last fall. The sweats look super comfy!

Marie - I had a coupon to JCPenny’s and purchased one of their xersion v-neck tops, in turquoise, LOVE IT! Thanks for the post!

natalie schofield - the last activewear purchase I made was a tank top. I love the cotton light weight ones for yoga. i’m excited about this post and love those pink nike pants!

Kim Fry - I need some new workout stuff and this would be WONDERFUL!!! The last thing I purchased were long stretchy pants. Thanks!

Kim B - Oh I love sleeves with thumb holes. Maybe by next week I will be able to wear some. Word is we may have some fall like weather here in CA.

Yvonne C - The last active wear item I bought was a pair of sweatpants. I live in sweats in the winter! Love the cute stuff at JCP! Going to have to make a trip to the mall!

Meredith B - I recently bought a pair of grey leggings!

Rhiannon - I’m training for a half marathon right now and would LOVE some warmer gear for the cooling season!

Molly - Pretty sure the last thing I bought was a sports bra- even the cutest workout clothes aren’t cute if everything underneath is bouncing around 😉

Andrea - My most recent activewear purchases were a pair of Zella leggings and my Brooks shoes. I’ve rediscovered Penneys lately…they’ve really upped their game in the women’s clothing department! I never thought about them for activewear….will definitely have to rectify that on my next mall stop! You found some real winners!

Talia - I bought a new pair of Nike running shoes from JCPenney! I love them as they were comfortable right out of the box.

Malinda - I just got a great pair of capri workout pants. Love that they have a thicker waist band!

elizabeth - My most recent purchase was a hoodie! It’s starting to get chilly here on our walks in Nebraska!

Dennelle - I just started a work out class and recently purchased some great leggings. I would have never thought to check out JCPenney for activewear. Thanks for the recommendation!

Susan C. - Target, capris and 2 cute tops.

Queen Lisa - I recently bought my very first pair of leggings! I’ve worn them 3 times and now I’m tempted to live in them every day. Now I need something more than just black!

Dana S. - Recently purchased a sports bra. Thanks for the giveaway!

Melanie Smith - I just bought a new Nike sweatshirt, it is SO soft and cozy 🙂

Christine - I bought several under armour dry fit shirts and under armour shorts back in September for our trip to Disney. After a week in “comfy” clothes, I didn’t want to go back to office wear! 🙂

Beth - I just got some leggings for my daughter last night for her dance rehearsals. But seeing these makes me realize the ones I bought are too boring. She needs something with pattern!

Amanda - The last active wear item I purchased was a pair of capri leggings. I of course didn’t try them on and thought they were what the picture showed. They ended up being full length leggings but super comfy and fleece lined! Not what I was wanting but still a good buy! 😀

Kristin Pippin - Just purchased new running shoes after getting fitted for the first time and also recently bought new workout capris.

Kara - new running shoes!

Beth Davis - A tank at Target.

Amanda P - I just bought a pair of workout shorts (Lululemon) and a shirt from V_RUNNING on Instagram (Running 4 Those Who Can’t)

Kendra - My most recent purchase for activewear was actually two years ago, it was for a sports bra. I would love to win this!

Debi Sewell - My most recent activewear purchase was from Lands End… I’ve become addicted to their Starfish capris and leggings.

Tinaehb3 - All the activewear I typically buy is for the kids….and then I stay active “running” them all over creation lol! They love Nike & under Armour.

karen stokes - Dri fit tops. I’m in desperate need for more workout clothes.

Jenni - I bought some maternity yoga pants at Target most recently, but I’d LOVE to get the capris with character from JCP – a little motivation for next spring…

Carrie - Last thing I bough were innov8 shoes!! I crossfit and they are my favorite crossfit shoes💪🏻

Lori - Last purchase was black yoga pants from Old Navy— a wardrobe basic! JC Penney has some awesome choices– thanks for being our model!

Mandi - I’m a sucker for yoga pants–and funnel collars. I got a sweatshirt a couple weeks ago from Old Navy with a funnel collar, but I need that pink Nike in my life!

Jeny Ayres - Sooooo much cute activewear! And I love you can get JCP awards with your purchase as well, as if all the new threads weren’t a bonus enough!! 🙌🏾

Angela M - Cold weather running tights!

Catherine - I’m constantly buying active wear but I never thought about JCPenney.

Rachel Stanley - My most recent purchase was at Target, and I bought pants, a shirt, and two hoodies.

Lindi - I just bought some yoga pants and a cute top.

sharon / theprincipledtype.blogspot.com - i bought some cheapy sneakers. ps – your ‘dude’ pants rock!

Henna Bee - I am entering into a stage of my life where health is a large focus. I have an almost 1 year old and the last year has been so crazy amazing, but it’s also made me realize I need to be healthier for my child and for myself. I find new workout gear so inspiring, thank you go sharing!
–Henny

donna joy - a sports bra-and capri length pants-which i wore all summer ☺

Kirsten J - That was fun! Me? I couldn’t tell you the last time I bought workout wear. Shoes was. About 6 months ago…..and probably a tshirt a year ago.

Nora - I just got some new t shirts that are so soft and great to run in!!!

Kayte Vaughan - I bought a REALLY good pair of running shoes this spring. Because I aspired to be a good runner– now I just have to start running! 😉

Taryn Brown - I bought some Capri yoga pants at Walmart last month but Utah is getting colder and colder in the mornings when I walk. I would love a thumb hole jacket!

Sarah - blog post
Nothing too exciting, but I haven’t updated the blog in months!

http://strangelyblogging.blogspot.com/2015/10/awesome-giveaway-for-jcp_26.html

Ally Avaregan - I bought new workout Capri’s from jcpenny about a month ago and I swear I live in them now. I need to go back for more because these are my go to pants (like literally every day pants)

Amber Treat - I bought a lightweight down vest for hiking this fall!

Sarah - Most recent activewear purchase I’ve made is some exercise pants. Capris.

Anne - Animal print drifit tee, so fun!

Maria - I don’t know if shoes count, but I bought a pair of hoka one one running shoes. I think must before or around the same time I bought a second pair of leggings I found at SAMs club of all places.

I loved the back of that grey top…and the quilted jacket was cute too. I love shopping for workout clothes…

Rachel A. - My most recent purchase was leggings and a loosefitting top to match! Rachel A.

Rachel A - My most recent purchase was leggings and a loosefitting top to match!

Heather - My most recent AMAZING purchase is an adorable swishy lululemon running skirt that I’ve had my eye on forever that I found at a garage sale for one dollar!!

Rachel Armstrong - I love jcp, love fitness clothing both for fitness and for lounging comfort! I love crafty blogs and Instagram contributors! Thanks Meg for an opportunity and for showing the fun you’re having with your projects!

Shelly - A New Balance jacket.

Northern Cottage - I bought myself some amazing new running shoes this summer but have been “making do” with my old (& I mean old) workout attire // I would Love to treat myself to some new stylin gear!! 💕

Heidi Pankewich - Capri leggings in black and gray striped, because the for with everything!

Jenn - My latest activewear purchase was a pair of Nike capris that I couldn’t believe I walked out with — scrunch bottom and slick material — but oh so comfortable and cute on!!!

Tasha B. - Compression leggings from the Under Armour outlet for $35! So soft and comfy and I even wear them with long shirts and dresses! A+! It WAS fun shopping with you! =)

Melanie - I recently scored some bright blue workout leggings, brand 90 Degree. A little WOW color to wake me up for a 530a.m. class. Am loving the pullovers you selected – will have to check JCP out.

p.s. Did you know that where I live — Longmont, CO — is where James Cash Penney got his start as a businessman? Love history 🙂

http://www.timescall.com/ci_23700484/longmonts-ties-j-c-penney-be-celebrated

Michelle - It’s been a while since I bought new activewear but think it was a sweatshirt.

Melissa S - Capris running pants

Cheyenne - IA very comfy activewear long sleeve mesh t-shirt.Come on $100 gift card 😀 I need some new workout pants. Here’s to a healthier life. Just started a new diet today.

Cheyenne blakey - A very comfy activewear long sleeve mesh t-shirt.Come on $100 gift card 😀 I need some new workout pants. Here’s to a healthier life. Just started a new diet today.

Lisa - Cute! Ibought some fleece lined leggings for running this winter. Running is new to me… I’ll run my first 5k on Thanksgiving!

Lisa Huebner - Cute stuff! Ibought some fleece lined leggings for running this winter. Running is new to me… I’ll run my first 5k on Thanksgiving!

Jennifer Ross - A sports bra that isn’t so great. I would love a chance to go to JCP with this money!

Lindsey - I bought some sweat pants for wearing in the hospital after my 3rd c-section. Sadly they didn’t fit because I’m not as good as you about trying things on!

Kat Lugo - Last month I purchased a pair of Nike Capri running pants at Costco. I love how they make me feel as I get back into running at the age of 45.😉

Stacy - My most recent purchase was capri tights to wear for my first ever 5K!

Cassandra - I last got a activewear jacket at Walmart.

Morgan - I need a pair of those sweatpants! I recently bought a new workout tank top.

Amy Jo - The last athletic wear purchase I made were some clearance tanks for running in! Woo hoo! Lots of cute stuff…love those Nike sweats!!

Brooke - Just picked up a nike hoodie at JC Penny’s!!

Kathi - Black, boot cut work out pants. I hate them! They have this weird fold down material that comes down over my stomach. I’m going to visit Penney’s 🙂

Rachel Andersen - I just bought new sneakers not that long ago.

Tanya H - That was awesome!!! Thanks for sharing! The last active thing I bought was a new swim suit 😛 that was much less fun shopping, lol. But I bought it from JCP. That’s also where I’ve found the best jeans for my body. I {heart} JCP!

Beth P - I recently ordered the leggings you recommended on Amazon. I’d love to try what you recommended from JCP!

Ellen V R - Athletic shorts…black ones, cuz I’m fancy and that’s what I wore all summer. So I guess now I need to get some winter athletic wear 😉

BrandiS - My most recent purchase was a BodyPump tank top!

Amy - The last active wear purchase I made was a pair of black maternity yoga pants to make it through the end of my pregnancy. Not too exciting but they did the trick!

Arlene V - The last activewear I bought was a new sports bra lol

Cara Yeh - My most recent athletic purchase was a pair of black running shorts that I love. I need a couple more so I don’t have to keep doing laundry! 🙂

Jessica - Get Going pants from Lucy. My new favorites!!!

Jessica R. - my most recent activewear purchase was a pair of black capris. love them!

Amber H - I think the most recent thing I purchased was a pair of sweat pants. So comfy!!

Ashley - A sports bra and some Capri leggings from khols. I would love to check out jc penny’s collection!!!

Mallory Sagedahl - I would have to say my thermal leggings!! Great for the Minnesota winter runs!!!

Caitlin - I bought a maternity tank from Target to fit over my ginormous belly! Trying to work out through this pregnancy…my husband’s t-shirts are the only things that still fit! Those sweatpants look soooooooo comfy 🙂

Tracey N - The last thing I bought was a sports bra a few years ago. Time for some new workout gear!

Toni D. - Yoga pants from Costco!

Jen - I bought a Nike quarter zip at a “discount store” (totally Marshalls) just last weekend! I am recently getting “brave” enough to wear leggings and I am wondering what the heck I was waiting for??

Su - I just went activewear shopping last night with my 18 year old daughter. We went looking for jog bras. I actually checked out your blog to see what you recommended. Sure would love to go activewear shopping for myself 🙂 What a generous giveaway. Thanks!

Sara Mangan - A pair of yoga pants at TJMax.

Alisha Gibb - I LOVE jcp’s xersion line!!! They’re fleece lined running leggings are to die for!! They got me through my winter runs. I love that pink Nike hoodie. 😜

Renee - I only have hand me downs – need some new stuff!

Shaun - Black capris from Old Navy! I’m in desperate need of an active wear overhaul!

Amanda Shannon - I got brave and purchased myself a pair of fitted cropped capris. It’s now one of my best purchases made!

Lora - Omg! I thought about going to penny’s last week in my search for workout attire. Instead I hit Marshalls. Unlike you, Meg, I abhor trying stuff on. Capris and a top. The top went back …

Elizabeth - I love workout gear as well! Just seems to be on the bottom of my list when it comes to needs unfortunately!!

Abby - The most recent activewear I’ve purchased is…well, it’s been so long I can’t remember! Ha! Maybe yoga pants? I have several of those so that must have been the last purchase!

Danielle Lindberg - I just bought black and grey striped leggings for my barre class!

Andrea - My last purchase was a pair of super cute space dye workout leggings from Sam’s club. Looking for some more good work out gear.

Michele - My latest activewear purchase was those same sweatpants for my daughter. She uses them as warm-ups over her volleyball spandex. I would love to be able to buy a pair for myself (they’d be great for my morning walks in this beautiful chilly fall weather)! Great post and suggestions…also a huge fan of anything with thumbholes!

Abby - underarmor turquoise capri pants!

Emily T - I wear my workout clothes until they smell so gross my husband makes me throw them out! I usually grab new stuff at the thrift store but I’d LOVE to get new duds at JCP!

Holly - I bought new running shoes. But I haven’t run in a few months. It’s sad. I really need some winter clothes so I hope I win. My stuff I had makes me look like a sausage wrapped in spandex.

Laura C - I am pregnant and due next month. I had to buy new sneakers so I could keep moving recently. My old ones were way too tight. I would love this gift card to buy a few things to inspire me to keep moving after the baby comes. Thanks!

Kim K. - My last purchase of activewear was a pair of black leggings from Athleta – spent too much $$ but the fit is great!

Jen - I just treated myself to a pair of bright pink capris from Athleta. I had no idea about JC Penney’s selection. I’m going to check it out soon!

Mistie - The last activewear I purchased was cuffed sweats. I love them!

Jennifer - Capri leggings from Old Navy clearance. 🙂

Alicia - I just bought a bright blue half zip pullover for running! I don’t know that I wod have thought to look at jcpenny for activewear – fun post!

Dana - I just bought a pair of funky patterned Capri leggings for the gym from kohls and I love them! I love activewear!

Bethany - I just bought workout shorts.

Tricia Hull - I bought a tank top and shorts at old navy this summer. They are too big now!! Every time I wear them I spend my workout class holding up my shorts so they don’t slip off! A good problem to have, I suppose, but I need to buy new workout clothes.

Stephanie H. - This is so exciting…but the last thing I bought was socks. I feel like I needed to be with you in this little shopping trip.

Jackie Hughes - The last item I purchased was athletic shoes. Thanks for the chance to win!

Amy M - I bought a super awesome pair of JJ Watt socks this week, and I wore them at my horse show this weekend. That’s activewear, right? 😉

Mallory O - Going through IVF we no longer get hair cuts, go out to eat, visit family — $50k+ oop so I personally haven’t purchased active wear in over a year and a half. A day to go shopping and it not hurt our budget would be a blessing from above.

Laura - Two weeks ago a picked up a pair of running tights at TJ Maax, they were amazingly not black. I have decided I should start to try to be seen by cars.

Karyn - I just bought the cross back from jcpenny that you tried on in the grey. I ordered it in purple but I also own the black, perfect for cooler mornings on my way to the gym. I love it!

Elizabeth - I purchased 2 pairs of yoga capris while I was pregnant. Now I am 10 weeks post-partum and it’s time to get some new workout gear!

jamie - i’ve been looking for a new pair of workout pants! the items you tried on were fabulous! well, except the mesh. i haven’t looked at JCP for workout gear. i guess i need to go check it out. thank you for the generous giveaway!

Londen - You look great in all of it! I would love a shopping trip for new workout cloths. Thanks for the chance!

Ingrid - I bought a black Kirkland hoodie at Costco. Thank you for the giveaway opportunity!

Megan CC - It’s been too long, I can’t even remember the last active wear piece I bought! So I definitely could use this gift card for some post-baby clothes so get me active this winter!

Routhie - I bought some capris and loose-fitting tees for a trip to Disney World. It made all the difference walking around in 98% humidity to have loose-fitting clothes! I think shopping with you would be dangerous for my wallet… 😉

Beth - I bought a sports bra at Walmart! I love buying workout clothes!

Robin C - Just bought 2 Capri leggings (black, of course) and 2 tshirts in grey.

iralee - latest is long leggings, its getting cold and i’m putting up my shorts. but i happen to love the long length!

Aimee W. - I finally got fitted and purchased a high-impact sports bra. Having a high quality and good fitting sports bra makes all the difference in a work out!

Janel Madden - You look cute in everything!

Gevay - I bought a pair of active-wear shorts, funny enough, from Jcpenney!

Jonelle - I had a baby 5.5 months ago, so In an attempt to lose weight I bought some tank top workout shirts and a pair of capris. Now it’s winter and I’m hoping to get some more appropriate workout gear. This gift card would help this mama out so much! Looks like JC Penney has some great options for me!

Emily Landers - I purchased a pair of leggings from target but I could sure use a gift card to purchase some more serious workout items.

Jonelle - I had a baby 5.5 months ago, so In an attempt to lose weight I bought some tank top workout shirts and a pair of capris. Now it’s winter and I’m hoping to get some more appropriate workout gear. This gift card would help this mama out so much! Looks like JC Penney has some great options!

Katie - I am seven months pregnant, so the last activewear I purchased was some capris from Old Navy with a nice belly band. Great for working out. You’ve sold me on going to JCPenney after baby is born for some new gear to get back in shape. 🙂

Meg Dial - Yoga pants from Old Navy

Crystal - The last active wear I purchased were yoga pants and that was probably a year ago. I’m in desperate need of some new, cute, things to work out in 🙂

Lee Ann - I want those fleece pants!! I last purchased yoga pants at Target and a sports bra for my daughter. Would really like to try JC Penny for sure!!
You look great Meg!!

Kara - I recently purchase black joggers that I love and new black no show athletic socks. I love the first pink Nike sweatshirt and the sweatpants. They look very comfy!

Kara - Joggers from Kohls and black no show athletic socks. I love the first pink Nike sweatshirt and the sweatpants look super comfy!!

Sabrina - I just bought some yoga pants and running shoes! I need to check out JCP activewear line… I had no idea they had so many cute things!

Karen - Jogging pants. I live in them!

Taryn - UThe last place I bought active wear was actually Penney’s! I LOVE their line and the fact that it has expanded. After reading this, I’ll be heading there soon!

Taryn - The last place I bought active wear was actually Penney’s! I LOVE their line and the fact that it has expanded. After reading this, I’ll be heading there soon!

Heather Thornburg - I last bought a pair of thermal running pants!

Kathie M. - The last thing I bought was a hoody with the long sleeves with thumb holes in teal! Two of my favorite things together! I also have grabbed a few pairs of leggings for this winter. I love to bundle up when it’s cold. The Inland Northwest gets chilly!!!

Gina - Sweatshirt!! 🙂

Penny - I haven’t bought any workout clothes for atleSt 3years. Ironically, it was a warm-up suit from JCP!

Jen G. - I finally bought a running visor! I still prefer to run without it, but it’s been quite nice on bright days.

Dessy Mullane - My last purchase was yoga pants which I actually had my husband gift me last Christmas! I think I might need some new active wear!

Lindsay W - I just bought some old navy tights!

justine - I just bought some workout pants from Walmart and I love them! I was suprised to find something at Walmart that looked so good.

justine - I just bought some workout pants from Walmart and I love them!

Debbie - The last workout clothes I bought my daughter a pair of colorful workout pants Sat at Costco. If I win this would be for her. Her name is Hope and she is 25 yrs old. She has had some serious medical issues and ended up having 12 surgeries this past year. This has prevented her from being able to work for 2 yrs. She loves workout clothes it’s pretty much what she wears on a daily basis. I have shopped at JC Penney for years and there clothes are quality made. Thank you for reading my comment. Debbie

Jenny McDaniel - The last workout gear I purchased was probably over the summer, a tank top and Capri leggings!

Janna - I didn’t know JC Penney’s had that much selection! Last thing I bought was probably some running shorts at Walmart.

Leah - I bought a sports bra over a year ago, otherwise i bought a tank about 9 years ago. I guess i don’t purchase active wear often, lol!

Kristyn Gish - I love JCP! Would love to win a gift card, their Xersion brand pants are awesomesauce!!

Amy - I bought some black yoga pants from old navy a few years ago. I would love to buy a few new things!

Erica - Just bought yoga pants… To not due yoga in!

Jill - Great… I’ve been trying to stay Out of the mall. Now I need to go see whAt these Nike sweats are all about one can never have enough workout… I mean comfy pants! I wish excursion from penny’s would bring back their wide band, thumb hole t’s. They are amazing. Mine are getting a little worn out.

Amy S - I bought a couple fun tanks with sayings on them like I don’t sweat I sparkle. Something fun to make me want to work out!

valerie - Gosh, it’s been so long since I bought “active wear” for myself that I can’t even remember! I think maybe a pair of sweat pants a few years ago. 🙂

Hannah T - I just purchased a pair of leggings from TMax.

Heather S. - A couple of years ago I found and fell in love with the Xersion line at JCPenney. Like you, I was pleasantly surprised to see how large their activewear department is. It is now my go-to place for activewear.

Lisa B - The last activewear I bought were two sports bras. Not too exciting, but needed. I would love to shop at JCPennys. Their clothes fit me well!

Nicole - The most recent active wear item I purchased was stay-put headbands because I have the thickness of Mufassa’s hair! 😉

Julie Holt - Probably for new running shoes a few months ago!

Vicki W. - Sports bra…I so needed this!!!

Carlie - I got those same leggings, the jcp brand xersion, the graphic ones you tried on that go black to pink. I got the ones that are black to gray and i just LOVE them. They have string ties that are easy to tighten, and a small pocket for your keys while running. I love the capri style and they are sooo comfy while running.

Maura B - My most recent purchase was a super comfy long-sleeve yoga top from Athleta on super-sale (like 60% off!). It was my lucky day 🙂

tonya - I bought a pair of workout leggings and a matching jacket at Sam’s last week! still not sure about the leggings! I love the 1/4 zip jacket! I need to go get one of those!

Robyn B - Most recent active wear purchase – trail shoes! Does that count? Needed some for the trail relay race I was doing. I love shopping for active wear and had no idea JCP had such a selection!

Dorcas - A pair of black capris off the clearance rack!

Dana Herman - I just bought a pair of 2 in one workout pants from athleta 🙂

Katie - I recently bought fleece lined work out pants. I am keeping track of my miles this year and will be going strong outside this winter!!

jennifer - i bought some awesome sparkle stripe running pants! they make me motivated to go running so they are the best item ever

Jen - I purchased some printed capri leggings – too cute!

Jennifer - Black leggings

Lisa - I always feel bad spending money on workout clothes. So the last time I bought something was over a year ago and they were capris workout pants. And they are my only pair. 😳 🙈 Would love to win. ☺️

Tania - Hi Meg. I always think I will work out more if I have cute clothes. I recently just got a pair of sweatpants that I love to lounge around in….its the thought that counts right??

Renee K. - Actually my most recent purchase is a killer pair of yoga pants from JCPenny! I went back to buy multiples! I love when that happens!

nicole - New Nike’s running shoes…in turquoise of course!

Karen - My daughter some pants and jackets for basketball.

Julie A - I just bought a new comfy but supportive sports bra this weekend!

Heidi Durant - I LOVE Activewear clothes. Any excuse to wear comfy clothes and look fashionable and cute is a good one! I recently bought a great pair of yoga Capris from Old Navy. I paired it with a grey “slouchy” neck hoodie. So comfy. Plus, when I have the hood up,my kids say I look like a star wars character. Win win!!!

Dianne - I haven’t bought any new workout clothes in so long I can’t even remember!! I would love those color blocked capris you tried on though!

Leslie Davison - I love, love, love Lululemon active wear, but they are so expensive!!! So I own one pair of their leggings and I live in them on the weekend (for two years now 🙁 ). I’d love to find a more affordable replacement!

Melissa Kuhlman - I just got a cute pair of comfy sweats at Costco. I love thumbholes!

Courtney - the most recent item i bought was tennis shoes. but i LOVE workout clothes!!!

donna - I actually just bought a nice pair of sneakers and capris
from JC Penny.

jill - I just bought 2 long sleeve workout tops yesterday. I didn’t know JCP sells active wear. Thanks for the tour!

Elizabeth C - Technically my most recent purchase was new Nike running shoes in Tiffany blue, but clothing I think was black capris…boring but necessary.

Stacy Mc - A pair of nike yoga pants.

Marisol Erickson - I recently bought myself some gray workout capris on sale at Target! Trying to get back into working out on the regular 🙂

chrissi - leggings. black. love black. now i have to shoot over to penny’s site for that black shirt you bought. love it.

Melissa Ann - We live in the sticks, 3 hours from the closest Target. Feel bad for me, please. Recently on a trip, we stopped at Target and I bought a pair of exercise leggings. So comfy!

becca - new long sleeve workout tees from target. Will need to look into JCPENNY!

Kelly Sites - I recently bought a new pair of black yoga pants. Can’t ever have enough of them. 🙂 Never realized JC Penny had so much stuff to choose from. Such a great selection.

Michelle Graber - I’m loving all the bright colors! My most recent purchase was some super cute pink patterned capris- very similar to those that you tried on. I love them!

sara - I love this post! Cute stuff! I just bought a sports bra and it was painful to try on all those sports bras. (I hate bra shopping)

ashley - I recently bought some capri leggings with a built in skirt on top….love that it covers my booty but is still comfy!

christie - haha, maternity leggings

Kacy - I bought grey leggings with a neon green pattern down the outside part of the leg. Out of my comfort zone for sure! 🙂

Shawna - A coral light weight tank top.

Sara - Just bough a funnel neck pull over from Eddie Bauer… warm and cozy but makes me feel athletic too!

Kerrie P. - I just bought a pair of black striped capris from Fabletics – very comfy! Love JCPenney!

lin - I recently purchased a long-sleeved pullover to run in, because we are finally having fall weather in my neck of the woods!

Holly D - I would love to buy my niece and I each one of the “scrunchy” necked hoodies. Too cute!

Peg - Just purchased a North Face front snap sweatshirt/jacket with thumb holes. Perfect for after workout to run errands, long enough to cover my butt and black of course.

Beth Ann - My latest active wear purchase was a headband – ha! I LOVE headbands for working out. TMI, but my head sweats a lot (gross) and I must have a headband to keep the sweat out of my eyes.

Tammy Allen - My most recent purchase was capri style leggings.

shelley w - do socks count as athletic wear? because i spend half my life buying socks with 5 kids! 🙂

Alice H - I actually just bought a pair of the Xersion bright yellow shorts and black shorts online from JCPenney’s. I love JCPenney’s because they always have really good deals and send me a coupon in the mail for $10 off every month. Thanks for the giveaway.

Jacki Balderama - Shopping is so fun – even when it is done vicariously. Loved “shopping” with you! I just recently purchased a blue athletic hoodie from Old Navy that has those same awesome thumb holes.

Liz R. - I honestly don’t know the last thing I purchased. :/ What does that say about my “active” lifestyle? But I know what I want my NEXT purchase to be–those pink triangle leggings!

Kim P. - My most recent purchase was a long sleeve dri-fit shirt.

Tiffany - I last purchased black capris. But I think I’m ready to venture into so fun patterns. And I think I would love that pink hoodie with the scrunchy neck. Thanks for taking me shopping! 🙂

Amanda - Not too long ago I purchased the workout pants you recommended from TJMaxx that had the wide waistband. LOVE them 🙂

Heather B - I just bought a quarter zip pullover shirt from Target, and one of the biggest selling points were those thumb holes! I just love them, keeps my arms and hands toasty!

Jill - I just bought a pair of plain gray yoga pants. Maybe I need to branch out into some color and pattern?

Sarah - I recently bought workout leggings and a long t-shirt.

Gretchen P - I bought a 1/4 zip Xersion pullover from JCPenney, and I love it. Has thumb holes, love that!

Kelly - I purchased a pair of black and gray workout capris a few months ago. My workout attire was looking pretty dated and buying them gave me some extra motivation to get to the gym!

Wendy - The last activewear item I bought was the capri leggings with the high waist from 90 degree that you recommended. I love them! Thanks for the post! JC Penney is a company that i grew up with and I love it!

Sarah - I just bought another pair of capri workout pants yesterday. I love to workout in them instead of shorts (especially now that its getting cold)! I really need to find a new hoodie that’s soft and warm for running errands post gym!

Karen P - I LOVE my Zella live-in leggings! Great for outdoor runs because they keep you warm without feeling heavy.

Jennifer - I found two pair of capri athletic pants at my local Walmart for $3 each, or something like that. It was so strange because I almost never shop there, and then found these two for a GREAT price! Score!

Maegan C - lots of cute choices- i enjoyed “shopping” with you!

Marlie Byrd - The most recent active wear I have purchased was Xersion gray compression boot cut from JCPenney! Love them they hold their shape and are super comfy!

Lisa Littlejohn - Leggings and workout socks. Love Jcpennys selections.

Sarah Madgwick - I just ordered two pairs of black mossimo capri leggings. They are super soft and comfy and I wish I had ordered five more. But, they’re no good when it’s super cold out.

Lisa Littlejohn - Leggings and workout socks were my recent purchase! Love Jcpennys selection of workout clothes!

Sara - A comfy tshirt, for the same reason as you- to cover the booty!!!!!! 🙂

Heather S. - I bought a pair of happy looking leggings at Costco! SO soft, comfortable. 🙂 And yes,, it was fun to “shop with you” just now!

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life hacks…

October 18, 2015 Filed in Uncategorized

SheKnows & Perfectly Simple bars by Zone Perfect asked me to share some “Easy Life Hacks for Busy Moms”
i immediately asked my friends to share what they do because i thought i didn’t do anything hack worthy.
BUT once i started looking, i saw several things we do on a daily basis that save time and sometimes money too!

  1. Make/plan meals ahead of time.
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    this could mean
    – cooking freezer meals – several different meals and cooking a lot in one day
    – planning your meals for the week and grocery shopping accordingly
    – doubling your meals each time you cook and freezing half
    – making one dish and cutting it into portions to eat during the week
    my trick to eating better is the last option (for myself not talking about feeding my family).
    i make veggie, protein filled dishes and then split them up into 8-10 portions in the refrigerator.
    when i need something to eat – it’s already made!
    that saves me time AND keeps me from making a poor food choice.

    skinny yellow

    to continue reading this post for more life hacks… CLICK HERE.

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Karyn - I always felt a little weird painting my nails in the daycare parking lot before driving to work. Thanks for normalizing this for me. 🙂

tonya - Yum! what is the recipe for the sausage and egg yumminess! please so share! I know you said where the basket you use for plastic and paper goods is from, but I can not remember!
thanks- have a great week!

Melissa - What are some of the recipes you use for you meals you individual separate?

Marie - Ditto what Jodie said!! 🙂

Jodie - Hello-I am very interested in what is in the dish at the top of your post that you put in portions…can you share? 🙂

Thanks–
Jodie

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smiley stuff.

April 30, 2015 Filed in Uncategorized

with all the piano playing going on over here… i liked this video.
i showed my girls and then said “ok… go play that!”
ha ha ha
they rolled their eyes at me.

this was impressive.
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annie made these cookies last night.
OH MY GOODNESS.
we used Gluten Free rolled oats.

i would like to mess around with it or keep looking for a recipe with less sugar or coconut sugar but until then… dang.  these are crazy good.

 

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you guys!
i found these capris at TJMaxx and they are THE BEST!
they are high waisted!!!
my biggest “issue” is my waist and then for so much work out gear to put a big elastic band right ON it.. i may as well wear a shirt that says “Look at my muffin top!”
but then these…  they deal with this specific problem!
they are heavy spandex too so you don’t feel like you’re semi-nakey.  🙂

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tjmaxx is sooooo hit or miss so i googled them and found them on amazon!
you can order them right here!

90 Degree By Reflex High Rise and Shine Capri

i have black, navy and turquoise.  🙂

i will probably get pink too because… pink.

you can enjoy your workouts (and running errands) with a less noticeable muffin top.

maybe we should just go back to unitards… they are seamless… no elastic…??

no? are you sure?

ok.

 

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this little girl is from kansas and WOW!
she is so funny.  so smart.  and i keep cracking up at these videos… you will LOVE it!

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i am off to Craft Weekend!
it’s been a long break so i am ready to meet new friends, make crafts, go junking, and eat all the yummy stuff kimberlee feeds me!
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Carrie - THANK YOU for the leggings recomendation. I got the turquoise pair & they are AMAZING! Off to order a second pair now………

Jen - Oh that piano video is the best! Thanks for sharing that.

Ann - My kids put together a simplified version of the Frozen duet & had a great time performing it. Thanks for sharing! Also, ordering the Capri’s today. Love that they are high waisted & don’t make you feel semi-nakey. Have a great week 🙂

Amy Woods - Thank you, thank you, thank you for these videos. I’m watching them on my lunch break at work and oh my, you have helped turn around this poor attitude I am having today!!

Hannah - I LOVE LOVE LOVE those leggings! i discovered them at tj maxx, wore them once, immediately googled the name and ordered 4 more pair!! they are the only ones i feel like i can wear out in public and not look like a whale! HA!

Amber B - I broke my knee cap a few weeks ago and have had to live in leggings with this huge brace so when I saw your recommendation I ordered them super quick! I have to say…I LOVE THEM!!! They are very comfy and for everyone wondering about sizing, I find them to be very accurate. I wear a size 10 jeans and ordered a large — which fit perfect!

Jane - I am interested in the sizing of the capris. Some comments on amazon say that you should order down, another says that they are just right. Wondered what you thought about that.
Thanks!

Dawn - The leggings sound awesome! How do they run size-wise?

Jen - Thanks for recommending the Macey videos. My daughter and I loved them!

Rebekah - My girls and I watched that piano video a couple of weeks ago. AMAZING.

Terrie - How cute is that little Macey!! Macey for President? Anyone??! 🙂
And now…I have to go make Monster cookies…
my son is getting ready to leave for custom harvesting…and these are his all time favorite cookies. So, yeah…I have to make them.
Craft weekend…so jealous! Seriously…if you ever need a helper!
So proud of you for who you are and all that you do to encourage others to find their inner craft self! You have a gift…so glad you are using it to better your little corner of the world…and beyond!

Lee Ann - I have been making monster cookies for years. And then when I went GF 10 years ago I was so excited that they can be GF. They are by far the best GF cookie there is! I have cut the sugar down to 2/3 cup each and they’re still yummy.

Thanks for the heads up on the leggings. I might “need” a new pair. Pink 🙂

Rachelle - Can’t wait to see IG pics of all the new bunting at the craft house!

Betty - Isn’t that kid amazing. I love to watch Macey too!!
I hope she’ll have many visits with Ellen….
just like “apparently” Noa – kids are so much fun!

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