We have been busy!!

We want to apologize for falling off the gird this week. If you follow us on Instagram you have probably seen our photos and the events we attended for the Grand Opening of The Container Store in Garden City, Cranston, RI.

We are going to feature a post soon with better quality photos and links to video we took while touring the brand new beautiful store yesterday.

But for now we thought we would share with you a sneak peak...photos taken from our I-phones.

Private Lunch and Tour for Bloggers

  Radish and dip presented on top of products sold at the store.

Us after we partied hard!  They had a fabulous live band and yes we danced!!

We cannot wait to show you more, including some photos of the new store and our favorite products!

Stay Tuned and Happy Friday!

Love, Stylish Mama and Organized Chica xoxo

Preschool shopping

If any of you have an infant or even a toddler at home, I am sure you have all given thought and have actually had to ask someone else besides you or your mate to watch your child.  If you are anything like me you get much anxiety with just the thought of your child entering school age...knowing that you no longer have to give it thought, but it's actually going to happen.

My husband I have been doing a little preschool shopping lately.

And I call it shopping, because you in fact are doing just that.  There are many considerations that have to come into play for a good preschool that seems fit for your child.  

Here are a few things that are affecting our decision on where to send her:

1. Cost (big one)....some of these schools in and around our area are so expensive.

2. Location (just like shopping for a home...location, location, location) it needs to be in a location near my work or at least near my home so my husband could get my daughter if she ever becomes sick or if needs a parent to come and pick her up for some reason.

3. Curriculum (some schools focus more on a structured day much like a kindergarten prep...others focus on well...play time)

4. Cleanliness (Huge for me, I am such a clean freak...and most daycare's/preschools do not meet my expectations on cleanliness)

5. Hours (let's be honest...I need to make sure they are open modern day mother working hours...as I start my day VERY early...and most daycare's do not open as early as I would like)

And so my list of needs continue to get bigger as I have toured a few preschools thus far.

So I figured I would share a couple of links which has become a helpful tool for me in my "shopping of preschools."

Like anything you want to be organized and have all your questions lined up so you don't forget them.

Don't be afraid to write them all down on a piece of paper and bring it in with you while you tour your preschool.

1. Parent Magazine - 8 Questions to ask when looking at preschools

2. Parents Magazine - Easing Preschool Jitters

3. Parents Magazine - Prepping your toddler for preschool 

Also, as a tip...always tour the school while its in full swing...during school hours.

It's good to see the teachers interact and under pressure.  Don't feel funny about asking for a tour during the day when there is a classroom full of children.  If the school does not allow this to happen...well that could be a red flag.

If any you who have been through this process and has any tips, please feel free to share below in the comments section.

Love, Stylish Mama

Fundraiser for Baby Angela

Last month, we posted a story on Baby Angela, read here, and are happy to report she is doing well.  She had surgery last week and it was a success.  Well an old friend and co-worker has been so touched by Baby Angela's story that she decided to hold her own fundraiser.  Dimitra is a Sales Consultant for Silpada jewelry.  For as long as I can remember, Dimitra has always been about the bling bling so she decided what better way to help out Baby Angela and her family then to combine a good cause with her love for jewelry.

She has opened a virtual fundraiser where all the sale proceeds will go to Baby Angela.  We can't wait to see how much we can all raise for her.  

For those that are interested in participating in the fundraiser and have a love for jewelry, visit Dimitra's direct link to the Silpada Virtual Fundraiser Party. 

Big shout out to Dimitra for having such a big heart! 

If you wish to learn more about Baby Angela, here are a few links for you to view:

Facebook: Our Baby Angela

12 Love Branches Photography: Baby Angela - a little miracle

Go Fund Me: Our Baby Angela

NBC turn 10: Miracle Baby

Every penny counts!

Thank you for your contributions.

Organized Chica, xox

Cafe Ole, Providence

Hope you all had a great weekend!

If any of you live in the New England area, you will probably agree with me on how Sunday's weather was absolutely picturesque.  As a family we spent most of the day outside soaking in the sun and enjoying the zero humidity factor don't you don't always get when its warm out here in NE.

Last Friday a few co-workers and myself visited a new restaurant establishment in Providence, RI called Cafe Ole.  It's a Mexican restaurant with a Tex-Mex flair to it.

I along with my co-workers all ordered the tacos.  They got the chicken tacos and I had tried the marinated flank steak.

For under $10 you get two massive loaded tacos on a yummy corn tortilla and a side plate of rice and black beans.  The tacos were absolutely delish!  The toppings were all fresh including a very generous scoop of guacamole and sour cream.  I love when a restaurant doesn't charge you extra for these...as I feel that it is part of every Mexican dish!  Especially tacos!  

I noticed the menu had other non traditional items such as burgers, salads, and fried alligator.  Yes...alligator.

I am defiantly going to return to the restaurant however next time I will order from their takeout as I do work near here and often have to rush on my lunch break. As a side note...their takeout menu is also cheaper. There is also talk of going here for margaritas and their chips and homemade salsa after work one day.  No one will have to twist my arm as margarita is my cocktail of choice.

Cafe Ole

800 Allens Ave

Providence, RI

Happy Monday!

Love, Stylish Mama

5 Fab Friday

Things we are loving/wanting/dreaming of on this Friday

Stylish Mama: 

1.

Sun-kissed Jeans for the Spring/Summer.  I am loving this lighter wash on jeans for this season. I just bought a pair of these and have been wearing them non stop.  This particular pair is made by Black Denim.  However the pair I bought was much cheaper and can be found at Old Navy.

2.

Took my daughter with family and friends to High Tea for the first time yesterday.  And she loved it!  This mama is so excited as this is one of my all time favorite things to do.  Even though my girl asked for french fries on the side. Love her!  :)

Organized Chica:

3.

If you love the sound of rain then this website is for you.  This has been my nighttime sound to fall asleep.  I've had such a crazy schedule and boatload of work that I'm overly exhausted to fall asleep right away so I need help to relax.  This website or app is the best thing for me.  Give it a try.  Very soothing.  I can even hear the birds chirp.  

4.

I have never been so addicted to mouthwash as I am now (in a good way).  At a recent dentist cleaning visit I asked my dentist what products she would recommend to her patients since there are so many options at the store.  She recommended the Crest Pro-Health Complete.  Whoa! I look forward in using this in the morning and nightly routine.  It leaves your mouth so refreshed.  Listen to me! I sound like a commercial.

Stylish Mama meets Organized Chica:

5.

To any of you who are going to tackle cleaning your home this weekend...Happy Spring Cleaning! They say it will be in the 70's this weekend, which is a nice change.

Love, Stylish Mama and Organized Chica xox