I meet with people I don’t know just about every day. It’s not something that comes naturally at all– more often than not I’m so tempted to cancel and I have to force myself to go. It does get a little easier the more you do it, like building a muscle, but that doesn’t mean…
One of the phrases I find myself repeating to myself at least a few times a week is, “suck it up.” My dad used to say it all the time, in a loving way. Maybe “suck it up” comes across as a little aggressive, perhaps “pull it together” is a bit nicer. I kind of…
A few weeks ago, I watched The Race to Nowhere. Oh man… it’s good. The documentary looks at education right now and more specifically the pressure parents and students are under. I think this is something every parent needs to watch and every student (eighth grade and up) should watch as well. It should be…
Louisa read my mind with her guest post today… Baking holiday cookies is on my list of things I want to do! I love that cookies are a universally loved gift! They are thoughtful and personal… and even fun to make (if you don’t less the stress of the holidays get to you!). 4 Tips…
I know, I know I’m totally late on goals for the year. But I thought it was better late than never. I don’t have the best track record for keeping with “resolutions,” but I’m not completely hopeless either. One of my goals in 2011 was to wear my hair down more and have still stuck…
I’ve really gotten into audio books lately, especially now that I spend more time than I used to driving. I prefer listening to podcasts and audio books while in the car. (Here’s my latest podcast obsession!) With audiobooks, I am kind of (okay, very) picky about what I listen to. It has to be something…
Fashion week is kicking off and I’m actually kind of excited for it this year. I’m skipping all the shows (except Kate Spade– follow “collegeprepster” on Snapchat for a behind the scenes look), but so many people are in town that it’s more like a friend reunion. Garrett and I came into the city for…
We’re supposed to have a few rainy days in a row here in Connecticut. I’m glad I have nothing planned– in part so I can get ahead on work before traveling to Florida for a week and in part because I’m working really hard at getting this new pup fully potty trained. There’s something classic and…
Last week, one of my friends who works at Alison Brod PR invited me to the office for a little tour and introduction to the brands. She brought me into the beauty closet and let me tell you, even for someone like me who isn’t into makeup, it was heaven on earth. Rows and rows…
Nothing says summer to me like finally being able to have dinner outside with our friends. We are gearing up for al fresco dining with @mackenziechilds pieces in their iconic Royal Check– the blue and white pattern couldn’t be more “me” and fits in perfectly with my summertime aesthetic. I especially love that each #mackenziechilds handcrafted piece has a unique signature of its own and no two pieces are identical. Don’t forget to use my exclusive code CARLYROYAL15 to save 15% off for the next 48 hours. Valid once per shopper. #MCPartner #RoyalCheckCollection
Move over coastal grandmother, it’s going to be a red hot summer for me ❤️💃🏻🔥 I am love-love-loving red lately and I am incorporating the hue more and more into my everyday outfits. It’s a little bolder than I typically go for and, even though I’m three months postpartum, I’m feelin’ it! 👉🏻 Leave a comment saying “red” and I’ll send you the links to my outfits featured in the Reel!
My little roar-bear and I made it through the fourth trimester together 🧸 These past twelve weeks have flown by. I can’t wrap my head around the fact that we only just met- I feel like I have known Rory my whole life.
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.
