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!
This room is so very special 🤍 The little cars sprinkled everywhere (watch your step!). A tiny sock, never two, peeled off and tucked somewhere hidden away. Piles of books that grow almost as quickly as the little boy who sleeps here. Outgrown pants and shoes to grow into mingling in the closet. Often messy, and a little cluttered, but a little boy lives here. 🚘☀️🐶📚🧸
(Rory is still in our room, but eventually the boys will share. I can picture their little twin beds already!)
About ten days ago, I noticed that today’s forecast was looking WARM. I told Mike, “We’re walking into town and sitting outside and I’m getting a beer. Put it on your calendar.” It ended up being warmer than forecasted (almost eighty degrees!) and let me tell you, it delivered. Today felt like the beginning of The Season™: dinners al fresco, beers/fries/ice creams, and late bedtimes. Indulging in it all because the kids are only getting older and we’re the grownups (somehow) and we get to make the rules ✌🏻
Dress is @tuckernuck & sweater is @kiltecollection
@pennylinndesigns and I hosted a “learn to needlepoint” class this past weekend and it was everything ✨ Needlepoint has been such a bright spot in my life over the past five years- and it’s gotten me through some difficult times. Because it’s helped me so much, sharing this hobby with others has turned into a mini life mission of mine. To sit in a room (my beautiful office space designed by @clare.sull!) with pro stitchers and needlepoint newbies alike was one of my dreams come true. I loved seeing women chatting, meeting, and bonding over this beautiful craft 🪡 Honestly, the needlepoint world is (sadly) filled with a lot of gatekeeping and competitiveness; this weekend proved that it doesn’t have to- and shouldn’t- be this way! It’s for EVERYONE. Whether you’ve never picked up a canvas in your life or you’re working on heirloom stockings for your family, there’s room for everyone at this table.
📍 Leave a comment saying “needlepoint” and I’ll send you my go-to resources for getting started with needlepoint!
Motherhood is pure JOY to me– nothing makes me happier than being with my boys! I wear my @haverhillcollection personalized jewelry every day as a symbol of my love for them– it’s a constant reminder for me of my greatest purpose. To celebrate my first Mother’s Day with TWO boys, I sent in my Haverhill necklace to add Rory’s birthstone and initial alongside Jack’s! I also got a second bracelet to stack with Jack’s. Love that this personalized jewelry can be altered as our family grows. Haverhill’s jewelry is designed to be lived in (perfect for busy moms!) made from solid 14k gold with high-quality birthstones so I never have to take it off to exercise, shower, or sleep. Use code MOTHERSDAY15 for 15% off!
#haverhillpartner
We got a mama-approved family photo of the four of us 👏🏻 I wasn’t really paying attention to our calendar while in the end of pregnancy/newborn bubble and realized quite late that Jack had some time off from daycare and preschool this week. Mike and I quickly decided to book a last minute trip to Florida to visit my family and enjoy the warm weather ☀️
This time change is KILLING me, my kid just does not get it. Thankfully it's not that cold in Houston, just rainy. I wish we would get "real" seasons.
My camp socks are the only reason why I still have feet! Too cold!!!
xx Dana
Pink Champagne Problems
uggh im sad it gets so dark so early now 🙁 but i am ready for the holidays! xo jillian – cornflake dreams
If only it were socially acceptable to wear my pajamas outside, but my Patagonia fleece is definitely a must-wear!
Your Friend, Jess
I so like the other time better; longer days are far better then these shorter ones!
Lauren,
http://www.atouchofsoutherngrace.com/
I actually like the shorter days, but I guess I'm just weird. It hasn't really got cold where I'm at yet, but it's cool enough to turn the air off, and leave the windows up at night, and still feel comfortable. But when I do get cold, I put on a big sweater, fluffy socks, and drink hot chocolate.
http://loriscreativity.blogspot.com/
I am usually pretty warm, but here lately I have been cold. My body is totally out of whack. I have this nice sweater jacket that my hubby got for me on a work trip. I love it. Coffee is also a plus and hot chocolate. 🙂
I can't believe how fast the weather is changing where I live! I really need to get a cute pullover!
Hunter
Prep on a Budget
I'm in my Lululemon sweats and a college sweatshirt – I'm freezing too!
ah! i have both of those you featured and both are so incredibly comfy and warm!
The best sweatshirt i ever bought! Definitely a winter staple.
http://thelittlegreencoat.blogspot.com
I hate when it starts to get so cold and dark! It's awful! I keep wearing all of my fuzzy Christmas socks!
The mornings here have been so cold, I miss summer already because I feel like winter is right around the corner. Those socks would look cute peeking out over a pair of boots!
-Alex
http://www.monstermisa.blogspot.com/
I live in my Patagonia, currently wearing it as I type!
XO
http://www.livebowfully.com
Oversized vintage ski sweaters, blankets, tea, and SmartWool socks (seriously, check them out. They're like the 'camp socks' but are likely even warmer).
I'm staying warm in Gilly Hicks Hoodies, V.S. Yoga Leggings and Valentines day printed socks. All Snuggled up under blankets at home.
Mana
Fashion and Happy Things