I’m the first (and only) nurse in my family, so this entire road has been like a long walk in the dark. My sweet mom took care of a lot of my supplies before I actually got to school, but there were so many things I didn’t know about! What brand of scrubs should I […]
It’s easy to dream about a future career, but the actual journey involves a lot less glamour and lot more cocoa and late-night essay writing. This particular post is targeted mainly toward high-schoolers and pre-nursing students. As mentioned in earlier posts, I go to Brigham Young University, so this information might be geared more heavily toward […]
I swear, everyone in my family went down the education road, and I started walking the other way towards the medical field! I’m the first (and only) nurse in my family, so this entire road has been like a long walk in the dark! I had dreamed for years about getting into the nursing program […]
In 6th grade my family called me “Hermit” because I’d spend hours in my room reading every day. I read two or three books most days. Although my book completion rate has unfortunately decreased over the years, I can still say I’ve read hundreds, if not thousands, of wonderful books in my 30 years. If […]
Every girl has a “thing” she does in her beauty routine. You put your makeup on in a certain order, you put on that product before you shower; you do things without even realizing that you’re doing it. Those “things” are your beauty secrets! Secrets that deserve to be shared! This Blue Dress sisters compiled […]
Students around the country are preparing for their final exams! These exams make up 30-50% of your grade and can make or break your GPA! It is stressful, and if you haven’t cried yet, you most likely have thought about it. This 7 day period can really take a toll on your physical and mental […]
We’re kinda all about dresses at This Blue Dress. No, we don’t sell them, but we love any excuse to get a new one. Our excuses for a new spring dress? We want to feel beautiful on Easter, Mother’s Day, and every day in between. There are great seasonal deals on dresses. Who can resist […]
We like to keep it classy, but we also like to feel like a million bucks. These 10 sites caught our attention for their wide selection of beautiful swimsuits that come in many modest cuts. We want to share them with you, along with the adorable suits we are eyeing this year! *This post contains […]
“What?! Valentine’s Day is this week?! I haven’t done anything!” Unfortunately, I am no planner like my wonderful sisters! Holidays always seem to sneak up on me, leaving me scrambling last minute. (Is it fair that my boyfriend is a hopeless romantic and way better at all this than me?) But Valentine’s Day does not […]
I once heard in a Seminary class that the scriptures can be like a love letter from God. Whether this “week of love” with Valentine’s Day is a time of great romance or a time of loneliness, we all have access to the greatest love of all: that of our Heavenly Father and our Savior […]
There are several occasions throughout the year when I want to step my dinner game up a notch and make something really nice. Birthdays, anniversaries, Valentine’s Day, and special visitors, to name a few. Crafting a beautiful and delicious meal is a great way to show love and appreciation for someone! If you’re looking for […]
January! Tis the season to be… skinny?? Did you know 42% of us have the New Year’s Resolution to lose weight? Over half of those people will lose their drive and give up by February. Well, not us. Not here at This Blue Dress! One of my goals this year was to go to the […]
How to diet successfully as a Foodie While I have been unable to pinpoint the average weight gain for Americans through the holiday season, I think we can agree that the average American gains at least a little weight between Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, and the cold weather conditions winter brings. I’m proud to announce […]
Have you ever received a gift that was almost too pretty to open? We adore those kinds of gifts, especially Maegan! Creating a beautifully wrapped present takes more time, but it sends the message that you really care about the person receiving the gift. You don’t have to be a “crafty” person to make it […]
Looking for a toy for a child that won’t be donated in the January organizing push? Are you in the middle of a pre-Christmas playroom purge? Or maybe you’re like me and are always on a mission to simplify your life. I’m constantly trying to balance my wanna-be minimalist desires with my love for all […]
