I think the last Diary post I did was over a month ago! I have no idea where I left off so I’m just going to use this post to play a little catch up and share some fun recent photos. Probably no rhyme or reason, but hopefully this gets me back on track! We…
We’ve largely still been doing nothing around here. You know things are bad when an introverted homebody (that would be me) is craving plans and socialization. But some fun things from this week: celebrating Mike’s birthday with a cozy night at home, Jack got his first tooth (!!!), Facetiming with a friend for a couple…
After having Jack last year, easing back into working out and feeling strong is a goal I’m focusing on. When we first got the Peloton in 2020, I wasn’t sure how much I’d end up using it since I’ve never previously enjoyed spin classes. It took a handful of rides before I finally felt the…
This has been one of my favorite posts to write every year. Here are my favorites from 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020. I do find it interesting that while the past couple of years have been some of the most challenging, they have also been the most rewarding. Truly the highest of highs mixed with some…
Whew baby. Last week just about did me in, but we made it to the other side!!! LAST WEEK’S WIN: It was a tough week, but I put some things on my calendar to look forward to and, wow, it helped! My friend Maddie and I booked a little girls’ getaway for February (with Jack…
Usually this would be something I include within a post– like Friday “On My Radar”– but it’s just so good, it needed a standalone feature. I didn’t want this to get lost in the mix since it’s bringing me so much joy. I don’t know about anyone else, but this January feels pretty bleak. We…
Still trying to catch up on end of year/New Year content! Thanks for bearing with me! ALL THE UGLY AND WONDERFUL THINGS by Bryn Greenwood 1/5 Stars Yes. You’re reading that correctly. One star. Honestly should have given it a zero. Hands down the worst book I’ve ever read. The book is about a young daughter…
I recently went through my closet (again). I feel like I’m constantly going through and culling items that I don’t love or don’t wear anymore. I’m also still so unsure about what size I am… and what works with nursing… and what’s actually comfortable to wear… and what is appropriate during a pandemic where we’re…
Ugh, I came into the new year with a great mindset! I started to feel a little anxious considering how miserable I was last winter… But I kept reminding myself that I’m not going to have morning sickness this year and I don’t have to meet any book deadlines! It’ll be a different winter! It…
In that final home stretch of 2024 and waffling between wanting to plan out every second of my day/week/month and needing to also just fly by the seat of my pants. Holding on for dear life and telling myself to just enjoy the ride 🤪
When the boys go down for bed, sometimes it feels akin to crossing the finish line of a marathon! With my @therabody Theragun Sense, now I’m able to unwind and relax from the #WorkoutCalledLife. With step-by-step prompts on an LCD screen (and accompanying app), the Theragun Sense guides you through different recoveries depending on what your goals are. Tonight, I’m prepping for restful sleep with a six-minute guided massage! #TherabodyPartner
Halloween 2024 was one for the memory books 🏈 Rory’s first Halloween!! Jack had a blast, Rory loved tagging along, and Mike and I couldn’t stop smiling 🤍 I don’t know how many years I’ll be able to convince the boys to coordinate their costumes so really taking advantage- I bought Jack’s football player costume (customized!) and sewed Rory’s football bubble myself (Jack asked if he could throw him, which was a resounding and firm, “no.”). Now time to raid Jack’s stash 😛
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With @marthastewart48’s @netflix documentary releasing today, I invited some friends (👋🏻 @samanthavarvel and @shihstitches) over to my studio to peruse my new-to-me collection of @marthastewart Living magazines. I grew up with a “Martha Stewart Mom” and read her magazines every month alongside her. They have brought back so many memories, and they are serving up new inspiration now! I used to want to be a magazine editor, I’m sure influenced by magazines like Martha Stewart Living, and now that I’ve had a chance to revisit them, it’s not a crazy surprise I ended up as a blogger-turned-influencer. I’ve always loved this, and it’s a good thing. 🫶🏻
Getting inspired in the kitchen by listening to Ina Garten’s new memoir with @audible while I bake her French Apple Tart! The perfect cozy fall afternoon at home for me. Discover your next inspiring listen with Audible! Eligible Amazon customers in the US can sign up for Audible Premium Plus at $0.99 for the first three months, link in my bio!#audiblepartner #amazoninfluencer #ad
