August Via Instagram

Is it September already?  I can't believe how fast August flew by.  August was a good month for me and I thought it would be great to share!

I was hoping August would bring me joy, and she didn't disappoint!  I wasn't sure what to expect, so I simply asked that she surprise me.

It's the first day of August! This is a busy month for me. The start of school and also a month of #celebration! It's my #birthmonth and I couldn't be more excited! So we'll have to see how true #August is to me. Hello August! Surprise me! Smooches!! 😘😘 #birthday #blogiversary #Leo #leoseason #surprise #surprises #surpriseme #celebrations #helloaugust #firstdayofaugust #endofsummer #backtoschool #surprisesinstore #newbeginnings #freshstart

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Jul 31, 2016 at 9:14pm PDT

This summer I had an opportunity to try out some Mayfield Ice Cream and what a treat it was.  Influenster sent me 2 coupons to use towards 2 FREE cartons!  My boys and I enjoyed the treat! Are you an Influenster?  If not, you are missing out!  Want to join and get free stuff?  Join here :)

In the summertime when the weather is HOT, grab some #Mayfield ice cream it will hit the spot! Are you enjoying your #MayfieldSummer? Are you an ice-cream lover like me? Well I want to invite you to the Instagram party of the summer! Go to the following link to join in on the fun!!! bit.ly/2ajEMGS. The party is in full effect until midnight and admission is free! Sponsored by @Mayfielddairy and @Influenster. #contest @onlysavon #icecream #summerfun #beattheheat #bloggersconnect #BloggersGetSocial

A video posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Aug 2, 2016 at 3:02pm PDT

How many of you have a YouTube page and still haven't created your own videos? I was guilty of this until recently.  I decided to record a wine box unveiling and I'm pretty proud of myself.  What do you think? Click this link to view video.

Sharing my first video with you today on my YouTube channel. Go check it out! Enter this link, http://bit.ly/2aOdOwp ... and tell me what you think! It's unedited and raw just like this picture. #HappyAugust #video #firstvideo #checkitout #unedited #unfiltered #untouched #beginner #novice #bloggersconnect #bloggersgetsocial #YouTube

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Aug 2, 2016 at 5:03pm PDT

Interested in some free wine?   Join me and you can have fine wine delivered to your doorstep in days!

Happy Birthday to Me!  Happy Birthday to Me! :) :) :)

I am 45 years old! Man, that's a mouthful. Thanking God for allowing me to be here to celebrate another year of life. Thank you all my friends and family for your love and support. ITS MY BIRTHDAY!! 😄😄😄🎈🎈🎈🎂🍨🎉 #happybirthdaytome #HappyBirthday #itsmybirthday #cheers #anotheryearoflife #letscelebrate #imexcited #Augustbaby #Leoseason #Leo #bloggersconnect #BloggersGetSocial #birthdaygirl

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Aug 10, 2016 at 4:37am PDT

Mickey Mouse and some ice cream sprinkles helped to make my evening, after a long, HOT day at work, more enjoyable!  Who doesn't love receiving #happymail!  I can't think of anything better than a friend spreading some love and kindness!

Good friends sprinkling #kindness! After a long, tiring, HOT school day it was so nice to come home and find some #snailmail in my box! What could be better than ice cream and #Mickey? This really brightened my day! Everyday is a good day for #happymail! #cards #thankyounotes #goodfriends

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Aug 16, 2016 at 4:08pm PDT

Well of course summer couldn't end without a few thunderstorms.  I snapped this picture right as the storm clouds were rolling in to show the split in the sky.  For a slight second, it was clear and sunny in my neighbors' front yard while it was pouring in their back.

I wanted to show the split in the sky. Storm clouds rolling in pushing away our sunny #sky. It looks bad out there you guys. #clouds #cloudy #cloudysky #stormclouds #badweather #stormyweather #beforetherain #beforethestorm #bloggersconnect

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Aug 18, 2016 at 3:43pm PDT

Some back to school #goodies I scored at Marshall's. I love the unique items they sell.
I know my student's will be happy to use these!

Look at all the #goodies I scored in my #backtoschool haul from Marshalls! A doodle pad, game pad, coloring markers, and this cute #elephant designed storage container. The kids are going to love these at school. A great way to keep the calm while counseling. Yay me! #doodlepad #onthegogames #coloring #doodling #markers #schoolcounselor #backtoschoolsupplies #counselingtools #schoolcounselorsofinstagram

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Aug 21, 2016 at 5:04pm PDT

Sometimes you just need a little wine to take the edge off.

 Wine down Wednesday is always a good time.

Alchymist Noir! Want a glass? Smooth and delicious! #winedownwednesday #winowednesday #wine #vino #redwine #redwineblend #Winc #alchymistnoir #drinkwinc #winelover #winesofinstagram #winenot

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Aug 24, 2016 at 5:13pm PDT

I ended the month by celebrating my 2nd Blogiversary!  What an amazing 
24 months it has been. My last post speaks all about it.  Cheers to 2 Years!!! :)

Singing, "Its My #Blogiversary" in my Tony Toni Tone' voice! Two years went by fast. New #ontheblog #itsmyblogiversary #2ndblogiversary #twoyears #bloggersconnect #BloggersGetSocial

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Aug 26, 2016 at 9:24pm PDT

How did you spend your last month of summer?  Was August good to you, as well? 

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My Sunday Photo: Happy Birthday Daddy

Today is a big day!  It is my father's 72 birthday!  72 years that he has blessed the world with his presence and what a GREAT presence indeed!  For those who know my dad know how AWESOME of a person he is.  He is daddy to me and honorary dad to many in the community.  Thank you daddy for the being the man that you are.  Someone to truly be honored!  Love you!

I had a great time celebrating my dad's birthday today and look forward to sharing many more years with him and the rest of the family.  I am a daddy's girl all the way.  

So how did you spend your Sunday?

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Currently March Vol. 2

Currently...

Welcoming: Spring...Spring is here!  I  am looking forward to the warm weather, the beautiful flowers, and festivals galore.  Not quite sure what's going on at the present, cause our temperatures have taken a slight dip.  Today's high was only in the 60s, it was raining, and chilly.  Tomorrow is expected to be the same, minus the rain.

Happy Sunday and happy first day of Spring! It's raining in these parts today so I'm in for a day of relaxing. How are you spending your day? Btw, did you enter my #giveaway? Go back a few post for more details. #spring #firstdayofspring #springishere #grabbagofgoodies #hellospring #hellospringgiveaway #bloggersgetsocial

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Mar 20, 2016 at 8:16am PDT

Hosting:  A giveaway!  Its spring and what better way to welcome it then by giving away a few gifts to my awesome followers.  Have you entered? Then what are you waiting for!  Click the photo below to get to the post and enter.  ***Update:  Giveaway has ended. ***

Attending:  Charleston Fashion Week!  I could only make it one night, but what a night of fun it was! It was my cousin's second year modeling and she was able to book 10 events!  So proud of her and wishing her much success in the future.  

Check out this video from the Lilly Pulitzer collection during the Belk runway show.  

My cousin in action! Work it Bailyn! @bai.temil Enjoyed having you here this week! #belk #lillypulitzer #chsfw10 #Charleston #charlestonliving #fashion #fashionweek #charlestonfashionweek #bloggersgetsocial #family #runway

A video posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Mar 19, 2016 at 4:14pm PDT

Celebrating:  My boys' birthday. I was only able to spend time with one that day, the other was still away at college. They turned 22 and I couldn't be more happier or proud of the the men they are becoming.  Love you guys!  

Sending a big shout out to my boys on their 22nd #birthday!☺ Happy Birthday fellas and may God Bless you with many many more! Love you, Mom! #birthdaywishes #HappyBirthday #twins #love #mommiesblessings #fraternaltwins #brothers #family

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Mar 8, 2016 at 9:06pm PST

The day may be ending, but the festivities never end. Hope you guys enjoyed your day! #Publix makes the nicest cakes. Bought this one for the eldest @themakingofhim since he was home on #springbreak. It was bittersweet...this is the first year the #twins did not bring their #birthday in together. The youngest @onlysavon will be home soon and we will all #celebrate together as we always do! Don't worry, he received some of his #gifts in the mail. Others still to come. #Familyfirst is our motto. #Love you boys! #pisces #birthdaywishes #22 #22years #HappyBirthday #loveyouguys #birthdaycake #presents #chocolate

A photo posted by sunshineandelephants (@sunshine.and.elephants) on Mar 9, 2016 at 8:58pm PST

Eating:  This delicious Chop Salad at Fish.  It's ingredients include romaine, bacon, cashews, dried fruits, rice croutons, and boursin cheese vinaigrette.   When I say delicious, I mean DELICIOUS!  

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