I wanted to do a little recap of my trip down to Tampa for Thanksgiving. I love going down there in November when it’s freezing in Connecticut. The day before I left we had some flurries (we couldn’t stop talking about it at the gym), and I knew I was ready for some sun. As I…
Back today with another 1 Girl, 5 Outfits post. This one has a little bit of a different twist and I think you’re going to love it! Hi everyone! My name is Haley Ashcom and I currently live and work in Washington, D.C as a full-time government employee and part-time travel enthusiast/blogger. Almost two years…
This post is sponsored by Bed Bath & Beyond and ShopStyle Collective. I love sparkling water. We always try to have it on hand! Now with our SodaStream from Bed Bath & Beyond, we’ll never be out! Whether you have a SodaStream or are looking to add one to your kitchen, Bed Bath & Beyond is a…
There are going to be back to back Thursday On My Radar posts. Apologies for the break in tradition. Tomorrow I’m sharing one of the dresses from Julia’s new collection (you will LOVE it) and next Friday is a sponsored post (another dress you’ll love!). I am going to have to schedule in a post next…
Sadly, August officially means summer is coming to an end. It’s crazy to think that I’m gearing up for my final first day of school… ever. Normally, when school supply commercials start playing on television, I feel an impending sense of dooooooooom. In order to combat this horrifying feeling and to lessen the blow of the…
Proud to be an American I’m just overcome with emotion right now. I’m happy, and most importantly, I’m relieved. There was a lot at stake during this election and the country prevailed. I’m proud to be an American. THIS IS WHAT IS ALL ABOUT: View this post on Instagram It’s easier to…
So remember how my old Macbook hit the dust? Two reasons why I didn’t panic. The first was that all my old information was totally and completely backed up. The second was that I’ve been using my Sony Vaio as my primary laptop this semester. It has turned out to be the most perfect…
Happy International Women’s Day! I think there’s never been a better time to celebrate women. I’ve partnered with M.M.LaFleur in today’s post to talk about some of their incredible initiatives to support women. I felt honored that they asked me to help spread the word about their ivory Centennial Suit. This is the definition of…
This post is sponsored by Equilibria. I think even during a “good year,” the holidays can be a stressful time for a lot of people. Family dynamics, travel woes, financial strain, seasonal changes… You name it, everything seems to come to a head around November/December. As much as I love “the holidays,” I find this…
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.
