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Carly A. Riordan
a little bit of life, a little bit of style, and everything in between.
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When a stranger offers to take a photo of you and your boys and it ends up being a framer 🫶🏻🥹 Jack is at the perfect age for fun adventures like a trip to the farm (and not just any ole farm, @oldmcdonaldhasafarm!). 🌽 🐄 🐷 👩🏻🌾 We fed the cows, played with the kittens, said hello to bunnies, watched piggies race, saw one month old calves… so much fun for an almost three year old! (And Rory is more than happy to come along for the ride!)
The @ackreds x @tuckernuck collection is what Nantucket dreams are made of! My favorite #tuckernucking silhouette in iconic Nantucket Reds™️
When @georgiemorley takes the best photos of your baby 🫶🏻 #tuckernucking (on the blog today!)
I have been an avid audiobook listener for years. @audible makes it so easy to listen to books by my favorite authors, and discover my next favorite read. Now through 7/31, @audible Prime members can try three months free of an Audible Premium Plus membership; find out more in the link in my bio. I just started The Cliffs by J. Courtney Sullivan 🎧– what should I listen to next??? #ad #audible #audiblepartner #primeday #amazoninfluencer
Reposting because my brother in law was right, this is the better photo and I want it on my grid!! Can we pretend like it’s the first time you’re seeing it 🙊
@mackenziechilds’ biggest and best sale of the year is here! Now through July 22, get up to 60% off iconic MacKenzie-Childs pieces. Whether you’re an avid collector or picking out the first piece for your collection, this is THE time to get the best pieces at the best prices. #MCPartner
The night this photo was taken was one of the most beautiful evenings– we had dinner with our friends outside at Millie’s. Taking turns bouncing Rory and keeping Jack on track to eat his dinner. I couldn’t tell you a single thing that was discussed between rushed bites and standing up and sitting back down only to stand back up again. (In my memory, I was just completely preoccupied with trying to keep Rory out of the sun.) When the final drop of our margaritas were sipped and the last chip with guacamole was consumed, we all got up to go catch the sunset on the beach– bedtimes be damned! As we were walking, my brother in law carrying Rory and Jack on Mike’s shoulders (I was trailing behind with my phone snapping pictures), a man walked by us and said “it may not seem like it, but these are the best days of your life.” He got choked up telling us about his children; I got choked up thinking about how lucky we are. The air was cool and the sun was painting the sky with cotton candy colors and I said to Mike, “I’m so overwhelmed all the time but it’s the best kind of overwhelm.” I feel like I’m drowning most days– there’s always more to do and less time to do it in– and I’m touched out and overstimulated and my brain is most definitely mush. And they’re still the very best days. 🫶🏻
I’m Carly! I have been creating content online for over fifteen years- I started my blog my freshman year of college and now I’m a 34 year old mom of two little boys.
Right now I am finding the sweet spot of mothering and working. I am creating a magical, simple childhood for my boys while still finding time to do things that fill my own cup like working out, reading, practicing photography, and needlepointing.
I feel best when I put on a cute outfit in the morning and a tiny bit of makeup and have my hair blown out… but I also want to be comfortable and I am embracing my wrinkles and I’m letting my hair go grey.
My dream is to own a bookstore (one day!!), I am a huge homebody (major JOMO), and I’d love for to follow along! 🫶🏻
🎞️ by @georgiemorley
Love love LOVE the topknot headshot! Of course, you look beautiful in all of them but the topknot one is so "now".
I can't wait to see what is next for you! I have been a reader for years and I keep coming back because you are so inspiring and your content is so relevant to life for twnety-somethings. Thank you for being you!
xx, Amy
You look absoloutely stunning in all of them! Can't wait to read about more of your exciting adventures as your dreams come true!
xxoo,
Jordyn
Gorgeous!
Lovely Headshot. Who took them ? I need to take my headshot also.
Elizabeth Lippman– she's amazing! http://www.elizabethlippman.com/
So so so thrilled for your next chapter! I've been reading TCP for years, and I don't think I could be any more excited to see what you've concocted. You work harder than anyone I know, and you deserve to reap what you have sown for so long. My grandmother always told me to show my blessings in my eyes. Look at your eyes! You're letting those blessings shine, girlfriend! Cheers to your clean slate!
xo
Can't wait to hear your next step! xoxo
That is a seriously good headshot (and I'm an actress so I look at headshots like, all day). No doubt you'll be reaching your goals ASAP. break a leg!
can't wait to learn more about your plans!
Okay so I don't know if I've ever commented on a blog post of yours before, but I am a dedicated reader (I check TCP at least once a day!) and I just wanted to wish you the BEST of luck in whatever dreams you have – you've often inspired me to live my dreams and I know you will have success in yours. Also, your headshot is unreal – those eyes! Thanks for everything. xo, Emma
Wow! Stunning, Carly!
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love the photo, happy belated and best of luck with the next step! xoxo
The photos all look amazing! Can't wait to see what's in store. Best of luck.
WOW stunning shots Carly! I've never commented on a blog post before, but TCP is my home page I check it constantly! Incredible photos, they make me so happy to see!
Best, Ellen (@ellsbeautybuzz)
I already told you (via Twitter) that I love this shot of you. You, Carly, are über (is that a cliché term?) inspirational to many women, myself included. I dream of living in the city 5 years from now, focused on my career. Your blog posts keep me striving to reach my goals and I thank you for that oomph you've given me. I look forward to more posts!
Molly Gunson
phillyprepster.blogspot.com
The photos are absolutely stunning! Do you carry all your shoulder bags on the right? I do and when I got visa pictures done, the lady had to come over and push my right shoulder down so my shoulders wouldn't be lopsided in the picture!
Your eyes are amazing!
Your eyes are absolutely ahhmazing!
THis is absolutely amazing! You look like a complete New Yorker model! You are going to go so far! Wow!
Lovely photos of you!!!
Your headshot is AMAZING!!! I love how it perfectly brings out the color in your eyes. You're headed to big places!
xo, B
BKCsquared
i can't wait to see what you do next. 🙂 because it is going to be amazing!
You look amazing. I'm glad that your dreams are becoming reality 🙂
I am so excited to see what life has in store for you! You are so inspiring. Seeing you chase after your dreams definitely give me that push to go after mines.
-Kole Gray
Life With Kolbi
You are quite the role model for us 20-somethings trying to make our way in the world. My favorite headshot is the one you made your twitter handle. Love those glasses.
-Alex
http://www.monstermisa.blogspot.com/
Absolutely GORGEOUS!
Gorgeous photos!
I wish I had the confidence to move to New York to chase my dreams. <3
That top knot headshot is a winner!
Wow those are gorgeous!