Post It notes have really gone all out this season. I can’t even describe to you how excited I was in the office supply store looking at row after row after row of great Post It products. So remember the whole “re-branding” idea? Well, Soccer Mom and I have been working on all kinds of…
When a representative from Lifeguard Press emailed me asking me if I’d review a few items from the Lilly Pulitzer stationery (e not a) collection, I was thrilled!!! I absolutely could not say no! Sticking with the College Prep theme (woo!), we decided that reviewing some “back-to-school” products!!! I’ve been receiving between 10 and 15…
Pencil pouches are one of the most important items for back-to-school! I always had the ugliest ones throughout middle and high school. But Sporty Sister came up with the best idea ever. She took (well, stole) one of my cosmetic cases and used it as a pencil case. Can you say GEN-IUS? Cosmetic cases are…
I spent another day out by the pool, and realized that the towel is printed with the story of Lilly and her juice stand! It made me love the towel even MORE (which I didn’t think was possible). And the winner is… Congratulations to Sweet Southern Girl!!! Email me SSG, and I’ll pass your email/name…
Nail PolishTotally weird because I used to HATE having my nails painted. And now I can’t stop painting them!!! I have a good system in place so I don’t get the icky feeling that has deterred me in the past.Iced CoffeeI’m absolutely loving this stuff. Even if it makes me jittery (my hands shake so…
I’ve been gathering some extra accessories before heading back to school, and I thought I’d share with you guys. Anne Klein watch. I bought mine at Dillards, but I don’t see it on the website. I loveeeeee watches! More of my watch collection HERE. Soccer Dad has also “loaned” (ironic, trust me.) me his Cartier…
What’s that J. Crew? You’re not going to be making anymore of the fall staples we so desire??? Well, guess what. We’re not gonna take it. No, we’re not gonna take it. I’m also so sick of ridiculous price tags. Anyways, check out these cute sweaters from OLD NAVY. Old Navy? Yes. I will be…
UPDATE: For the first 20 followers who purchase any School Notebook (which is the 8 x 11 size) by Milo Paper in this LINK they will get a FREE matching hardcover MINI-notebook (same design and personalization as their purchase). Offer valid until August 19 only. To qualify for the offer, you must enter in coupon…
So, have you ever heard me say “FDO?” We all began saying it with our family friends. Picking out our FDO was always a big deal. What does FDO stand for? First Day Outfit. [College Prepster Embarrassing Story: I forgot that not everyone was familiar with the acronym FDO… but in front of all the…
I have been calling myself a Chill Mom™️ since having Jack and now I’m realizing that I’m even chiller with Rory. (Like is birth order really less about sibling order and more about the version of mom you’re born to?) I’ve been just rolling with Rory’s infancy and I’m so much happier. Maybe it’s just that I’m more tired with a toddler too, or know that it’s going to go by so fast, or just have more confidence… probably a combination. I feel less obsessive and less stressed out by the details. I’m “making it” without having to fake it. As an example, today I noticed I hadn’t tracked a single nap- just watching sleepy cues and trying to get to a “good enough” pattern as Rory’s naps consolidate. Is he following a ~perfect~ nap schedule? No. Are we thriving? Frankly, yes!
(If you want to read my original Chill Mom post, comment “chill mom” and l’ll send it to you via DM!)
We came, we saw elephants, we ate ice cream 🐘🦒🦓 @ashleybrooke and I always talk about how we became FAST friends. Somehow we have been right there with each other during some of life’s worst moments… so it’s extra sweet that we now get to celebrate the good ones! Watching our boys play together, a little baby in a stroller, and another baby on the way… it’s everything we dreamed of.
Somehow yesterday felt like a week, last month was last year, and last year was a decade ago… but then time is simultaneously going by so fast too. The past ten weeks have gone by in a blink! Everyone warns you it goes by fast and they’re not wrong…. The days are long but oh how I wish time would slow down a bit? Or that maybe I could bottle up a tiny bit of these precious boys at every stage so I could revisit them down the road 🤍
I have grown to LOVE baby wearing. Not only do I think it’s such a nice and cozy way to bond with baby, it’s also incredibly practical, especially when you have a toddler to keep up with too! The @wildbird aerial carrier was a treat for myself- and I’m so obsessed with it. 👶🏼 Leave a comment “wildbird” and I’ll DM you the color I have as well as my personal review of it (including some troubleshooting tips).
Some top level things I like;
- it’s easy to put on!
- it’s so, so comfortable (for me AND baby!)
- the little flap is seamless and provides extra support while baby naps and privacy when we need/want it
This affordable rechargeable LED lamp is cute and then made even cuter with this wicker lampshade! 💡✨ No cords needed- just charge and place wherever you want. (Will be extra perfect for dining outdoors this summer!) 💫 Comment “lamp” and I’ll send you links to the LED lamp ($38 for a pair!) and the lampshade (available in a few styles- including a darling blue).
Not really in the mood to be in photos right now, but I keep telling myself I’ll want to look back on these moments and remember them. (Right?!) when I look at these photos in 10, 20, 30 years…
I hope I remember Jack “rescuing” Rory from a windy tent, not how I stood in front of my closet with tears in my eyes.
I hope I remember watching Jack roll down hills and play hop scotch and scoot down the sidewalk with his besties, not that I caught a glimpse of my reflection and didn’t recognize myself.
I hope I remember sitting outside with my friend happily watching our kids play (while watching the minutes until bedtime tick by), and not that I spent too much time zooming in and examining every new wrinkle on my face.
I hope I remember the pure joy of these early warm days with my little family whom I love so much 🤍
The weather is warming up and I’m feeling slightly more comfortable in my skin every day ☀️ Here’s what I wore last week as a mom of two. I have a two and a half year old toddler and a two month old so I need outfits I feel good in, can chase a little guy around in, AND that I can breastfeed easily while wearing. 🔗 Leave a comment with “OUTFITS” to get links to every outfit I wore!
