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happy Saturday fam!
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we’re headed to see our friends at @rainbeaujos as I type this out (best coffee in town😉) then hoping to find some sun🧐 come out come out wherever you are...
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I want to wish you and your family a happy Saturday. I want to wish you GOOD HEALTH and HAPPINESS! I took a visit to urgent care after days of aches/fevers/sore throat😫 so I’m looking forward to feeling normal soon🤪
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and to those of you celebrating #chinesenewyear Happy Chinese New Year🧧 and wishin you good freakin luck this year!
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these are still my favorite jeans! screen shot this picture for outfit details follow me on @liketoknow.it (link in bio) http://liketk.it/2JoXu #liketkit @liketoknow.it #monathair #monat

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JUGGLING⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
being mobile and helping women get places they never thought they could go!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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as a mother to two girls it's very important that they know how to overcome obstacles. lately I've been talking a lot about "practice." everything take practice.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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being patient, being calm, being strong.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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everyday we as moms practice being better humans for our kids. for example: one day you learn something amazing, then you practice the same thing tomorrow or the next day. it always comes back to practice.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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meditation in its definition means:⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
the action or practice of⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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which means this whole life is an action or practice of. I mean do really ever have a definite answer? (we are never promised a second more, ever)⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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people don't just meditate once and then be done with it. in fact successful people meditate DAILY to keep their mentality aligned with their actions.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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it takes practice to get better each day.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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if I am honest when I reflect at the end of my day it isn't always rainbows and unicorns. it is often "I should have done that better," it even takes practice getting up bright and early the same time each day. am I right?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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HEALING IS NOT LINEAR.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
I'm proud of you, if you today holding yourself together was all that you did.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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keep practicing. keep going.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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dress by @jeanswarehousehawaii

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HAPPINESS
“there’s no path to happiness: happiness is the path” Buddha

sometimes I’ll wake up and think about all the things that I’m grateful for.. other days I’ll think about things that aren’t going right (things I can’t control)

then the mom obsession sets in...
I need to do that before end of day, I have to put that load of laundry in.. oh wait Raj did that already.. I should put away that clean laundry, do I need gas? what’s for dinner? oh I need to make breakfast so it’s ready for the kids..oops cereal it is for breakfast...
you know the list that goes through your head when you go to bed?

well.. if I keep thinking of the “could haves” I’m not focusing on all the things I already have(takes practice and I’m working on it). gratefulness can be a challenge at times but man it’s a whole MOOD when you take a second to think of all the positives, all the love and time you have right now (practice makes progress). #thankyoupinterest

today, I challenge you to LOUNGE IN GRATEFULNESS
show me how you lounge and find gratefulness 🤗
tag me in your stories or posts and challenge other moms/women too!! 🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️ KATIEKAUAI.COM

lounge set by @fabletics
search “LEVEL 3-Piece Outfit”
wearing the LUNA PULLOVER in SMALL (cropped but I tied it up for a more fitted look 👀)
KINSLEY SEAMLESS BRA in SMALL
DARIA TERRY JOGGER in SMALL (high waisted 🙋🏻‍♀️)
the ultimate travel/lounge look— ribbed and ridiculously soft, all in the color Castle Rock
www.fabletics.com/shopmylook
#fableticspartner #kickbuttlookcute #myfabletics

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IPADS VS KINDLES or nothing?
when I was pregnant with my first daughter I remember saying "I'm never letting my kid play with the IPAD" fast forward 4 years you can literally LOL in my face; we're here with our second baby pictured with a device that streams games and videos.
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the truth? she has boogies running down her nose and well..
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we all parent differently and have opinions. but the thing that we ALL have to keep in mind as parents is if you're opinion isn't asked of, KEEP IT TO YOURSELF.
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yup. I used to be the mom that wanted organic everything (I still choose this option when it fits into my budget), biodegradable diapers, make homemade baby food, I wanted to breastfeed till she could eat sufficient amount of food.
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the reality? organic ISN'T available EVERYWHERE. so why stress about what you cannot control. yes, I know some foods are riddled with chemicals and toxins but so is the air we breathe these days. yes, you can choose the healthiest alternative for your babe and that CHOICE is yours.
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I couldn't breast feed naturally so I pumped for 8 freaken months before stopping. there went all of my expectations. I thought to myself "you're such a failure."
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I used to be anal about every damn thing in my childs life, but that wasn't healthy for me as a mom.
I sank into a real postpartum depression. the truth is I am 2 years + postpartum and I still have unhealthy thoughts. after all these years there's one thing I know at the end of the day. I have the best intentions for my little babies. I will always have love at the forefront of EVERY DECISION I MAKE. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
SO...STOP belittling the mom that feeds her kids chicken nuggets, non organic dairy yogurt or fruit loops. she is trying just as HARD AS YOU! and you know nothing about where she is in life mentally or physically.
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LETS ALL AGREE AS MOMS that we f*cken work our @sses off to provide what we know as the best for our kids.
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PERIOD.
follow me on the @liketoknow.it APP to shop this tablet! you can adjust the amount of time and set educational goals for your kids (link in bio) #liketkit http://liketk.it/2JhCV

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NEW BLOG POST - 3 WAYS TO REDUCE YOUR WASTE⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
have you been wanting to be less wasteful? do you want to stop using single use goods?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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ever since having children I’ve learned that humans produce soooo. much. waste. between the diapers, wipes and having to constantly wash burped-on clothes. its crazy to think that just a little human can make that much waste. this inclined me to think hard about the choices I can make everyday in order to reduce me and my family’s waste.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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you can read more on the blog KATIEKAUAI.COM (link in bio) where I share links to help you make small conscious changes in your daily life.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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this photo was the day Amari was born June of 2017

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such a tricky topic when you feel like you need to achieve things instantly.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
while we may think that things happen instantly (I mean its called INSTAgram). So many of us think that people we follow have perfect lives, bank accounts and living situations. we forget to realize that these little squares are carefully curated. I mean I don't know anyone who posts a picture they HATE. cuz.. I DONT!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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yes, I plan my feed and will post organically too.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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what's my point? we fail to realize that instagram is not reality. it's mostly HIGHLIGHTS of peoples lives. which they only let you in on what they want you to believe about their lives.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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do raj and I disagree and argue? HECK YES.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
are we perfect parents? NOPE. in fact I always doubt that I am doing what I'm "supposed to" as a mom because I'm constantly comparing myself to the moms with no wrinkles, the moms that can afford to eat out daily, that have perfect credit and "are going places." I mean really? whose to say what a GOOD MOM looks like?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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I'm making a real effort this month to not be on social media as much. this means not checking insta every time I have an available second. not bringing my phone to the bathroom. not checking my phone when I'm driving. I've found that deleting the APP helps.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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I want to look my beautiful daughters in their eyes when they talk to me more often. And tell them "I love you" more.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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does that mean I will not make mistakes? NO, I promise you I will. it means I will use my mistakes to be a better me daily.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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in place of social media I am making it a goal to read/listen to 2-3 books a month. this month I am listening to "The Power of Vulnerability." by Brene Brown.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE. check out my blog katiekauai.com (link in bio) where I will be sharing how I plan my posts without being on my phone constantly.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
if you're interested in listening to this book COMMENT BELOW for the link! 📸 @lindsaywarlandphotography

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Everything you go through serves a purpose in your life’s journey.
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While I’m not the perfect partner, lover or mom I’m choosing this year to forgive more often, to choose calm in difficult situations and to always look for gratitude in every day.
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As I’m writing my goals I am not definite in the place I’ll be this time next year but I am sure as heck grateful to HAVE a partner, to BE a lover and the magical grace to MOTHER!
Some reminders I got today through the I AM APP:
I AM STRONG AND POWERUL
I AM GRATEFUL FOR THE GOOD IN MY LIFE
I AM LOVED
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One thing I know for sure my friend; you are meant to be HERE, you are worthy of LOVE and you deserve to be HAPPY—
and always remember NEVER settle!

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🎉Happy Birthday🎉
To this special and incredible human right here.
(His birthday is actually on Christmas)
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Without getting to mushy gushy—Thank you for being my best friend, lover and an awesome dad to our kids.
Alaia, Amarï and I are grateful to have you as ours. You’re pure selfless magic✨
And I love you with every single fiber in my body♥️♥️♥️ #2019 had a blast @kauairumsafaris

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I love these humans so much there are no words!! thank you for coming #gratitudeattitude. so sad tou left before these pictures @ammyyyrenee I love you and thanks for helping me celebrate 🎉

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO YOU AND YOUR OHANA | 2019 🎄

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🎄MERRY CHRISTMAS EVE to you and yours!!🎄 Blessed to have Christmas in Hawaii this year!
I am grateful that, today I get to wake up and be a momma. How lucky I am to live this life with these little humans. #thankfulgratefulblessed

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a sweet little album of our little adventure today 🥰🥰🥰 #thankfulgratefulblessed #girlmomma

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the monstera.. probably my all time favorite leaf! such a beauty!
style tip: if you want to add greenery to your home clip a leaf and slip it into a vase with a little of water! it will last for atleast 2 weeks☺️

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happy Monday!
woke up to healthy new leaves on my caladium 🤩
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#plantsmakepeoplehappy #plantstagram #plantsofinsta

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repotted this baby she is going to a new home!! ☺️
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what do you think of shopping online and having your plant hand delivered? would you shop? would love your feedback!

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caladium vibes 🥰
love her gentle dainty leaves
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#plantmom #greenhouse #plantsmakepeoplehappy

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swipes to see her progress 🤩

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these beauties got added to the collection today 😍🥰
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yesterday’s afternoon activity. planting our rooted babies 🌱 -
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how to grow succulents indoors
1. choose an appropriate succulent for your indoor conditions.
2. provide a very well-draining potting medium.
3. choose your container.
4. place the potted succulent in a sunny location.
5. allow the potting mix to dry out between waterings.
6. fertilize your succulents at least once a year.
source: https://gilmour.com/growing-succulents-indoors
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syngonium also known as arrowhead plant
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they are easy to grow and do well growing indoors in a low-to-medium light as a trailing, climbing or hanging vine.
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the mother. finally got my hands on a variegated monstera🥰
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watermelon peppermoide🤓
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how beautiful is this blossom, pure magic✨
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