We have some time left in summer (yay!). But it’s never too early… in my opinion… to start thinking about fall clothes. I love summer dresses and sandals as much as the next girl, but I really love fall clothes. Those days when you can layer a tiny bit without melting. Or walk around outside with…
During my senior year at Georgetown, I was constantly feeling overwhelmed. Scratch that. I felt defeated. There was homework (and lots of homework). And group projects (many, many group projects). And looming graduation and unemployment. And one thousand and one meetings in the city. And yeah, well that was a lot. One of my friends…
A little birdie told me that Lifeguard Press would be releasing a line of Kate Spade products a few months ago. I was so excited and I’m even more excited now that the Kate Spade agendas have been released! The one question…. Which to choose? I’m leaning towards the literary glasses one! What they look like…
At home in Florida, we had no shortage of Mason jars. While I’m attempting to get my apartment in order, I realized that I needed a few Mason jars. The uses for Mason jars are seemingly endless. Whether you have an idea in mind or have no idea, I think it’s a great idea to…
I have mixed feelings about Instagram video. I really actually like Vine. Instagram is artsy, whereas Twitter is, well, anything goes. So with Vine I never really felt any pressure. Six seconds to show something funny going on in my life? Great. Fifteen seconds to show a filtered beautiful video? I don’t have the creativity…
When J. Crew first released the scallop dress, I didn’t get it. And I seriously regretted it every time I saw it on Pinterest or on someone’s blog. It is so cute. I loved the navy one, but unfortunately they didn’t have my size by the time I convinced myself that I should get it….
While Mackenzie and I were coming back from the Hamptons, we scheduled a trip to Nantucket. As in, Mackenzie made me block off the dates in my Google calendar because… well… I’m notorious for not actually taking vacations. Mackenzie, Emily, and Amy were all part of of the gang. (Oh and Mackenzie’s younger brothers whom…
I’m definitely on the hunt for a new handbag to use throughout the fall. I have a few great bags for the summer, but now I need to get a couple for cooler months. I’ve had my eye on this scalloped bag from Asos for a long time. I blogged about it in the Blair…
This is such a perfect giveaway for absolutely anyone. Whether you’re heading off to college, or moving into a new apartment, or just trying to spruce up your room… this is for you. Figure 8 Monograms has tons of great options for monograms. From keychains to jewelry and even Lilly Pulitzer monograms…. they’ve got you covered….
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!
