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Carly A. Riordan
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This tree feels extra special this year. 🎄💫⛸️❤️🕯️ Jack is fully embracing the magic of Christmas (“kiss miss”) and his enthusiasm is downright contagious!
Not one of my best qualities, but I typically feel immense pressure trying to make things feel extra special and perfect and then I get disappointed when the reality doesn’t live up to my (unrealistic) expectations. I wish I could blame social media for this.... but I know the call is coming from inside the house.
This tree seems perfect to me, though, just the way it is. It was a true group effort getting it here. Another one of my not-so-great qualities is that I’m terrible at asking for help when I need it.... this year, I can’t ignore it though. I needed help, and a lot of it. Mike got every holiday storage box up from the basement (no small feat) and hoisted the into the house and got it up in the stand within minutes (then redid it twice to get the angle of the tree just so); my mom and I took multiple trips to the hardware store and drug store for the “right” colored lights (in case you’re wondering, “bright white” is warm yellow and “warm white” is actually bright white... make it make sense); my mom wrapped the tree in lights a second time when we learned the hard way that when the box says you can’t plug in more than five strands together they mean it; and Jack was there to help and hype us all up to say how “boo-full” the tree and lights are– and keeping us in line by scolding and reminding us that we aren’t allowed to touch the ornaments 🤭
I feel a little pang of sadness that we aren’t celebrating a first Christmas with a baby who was supposed to be here, while also struggling through a third trimester (just feeling physically tired and exhausted), while also cherishing our last Christmas as a family of three, while also getting excited knowing our baby will be here before we know it. Sure, it’s a lot of pressure to put on one single tree, yet here I am. ⭐️

Spent the weekend decking the halls 🎄 the garland is up, the tree is up, the wreaths are up! Fueled by three peppermint mochas, one bag of Milanos peppermint slices, one batch of chocolate chip cookies, and one loaf of zucchini bread… my mom and I got it done 🙏🏻

These boots are TOTALLY made for walking! Taking a spin in @stuartweitzman’s iconic 5050 Bold Boot and feeling like an it girl, who happens to value both fashion and comfort! ⭐️ Take advantage of #StuartWeitzman’s Black Friday sale with an extra 25% off full-price and sale styles with code FORYOU25! (Select exclusions apply; through 11/27) This *rarely* happens!! I’ve linked this exact pair of 5050 Bold Boots in the @shop.ltk app! You can shop the boots and a couple of my other sale picks here #liketkit https://liketk.it/4oWbB #fallfashion #swpartner

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Love that @onepeloton lets me squeeze in workouts into my busy schedule! With Peloton’s extensive library of on demand classes, there is something for everyone no matter where you are on your fitness journey. I’m taking it easy today with a short low-impact ride on my Peloton Bike. 🚲 Run...don’t walk! @onepeloton has some amazing holiday offers right now! Save up to $700 on Peloton Bike+ Purchases or up to $550 on Peloton Bike Purchases (terms apply). #sponsored

yes!
I just bought a pair of the hot pink shorts a few weeks ago, thinking I wasn't going to be able to wear them until April or May, but I'm loving this early spring that's happening this year! Going to school in Vermont makes any day above 55 degrees feel like summer…and like it's time for J.Crew colorful shorts!
Love the J. Crew shorts!!!
I did a post on J. Crew chino shorts today too! I seriously live in them spring/summer and was so happy to be able to put a pair on this past week, because the weather has been gorgeous here – we're talking mid 70's -80 degrees!
I have quite the collection of these shorts, and it's only going to go up!
Of course! I wear the 3" chino shorts at least 5 days a week in spring and summer!
I don't actually own any of these, but I LOVE them! Definitely time to pick up a few pairs.
xo Josie
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love the pink ones and peachy pair!
I love J.Crew's chino shorts. My favorites are my yellow ones with navy anchors. My white ones are almost worn out.
I just counted and I have four or five pairs and I definitely want some hot pink or patterned ones for the summer.
I LIVE in JCrew chinos in the summer. I actually just picked up anchor critter JCrew chinos yesterday. They're the cutest things ever.
yes love them! i am into the 5 inch inseam though. the 3 inches are bit short for me.
http://lachapstickfanatique.blogspot.com
nothing says summer like some great chino shorts. 🙂
I love the chino shorts! Last spring, I bought 3 pairs in purple, black, and blue seersucker with anchors! Always my go-to shorts! 🙂
I lived in my J. Crew chinos last summer. As soon as I get back to the states, I'll be picking up some more to add to my already ridiculous collection.
I want a pair in every color. I love jcrew chinos and live in them all summer long.
I absolutely adore my J. Crew chinos! I still wear mine from a few years back… and have them in a ton of different colors. I have serious envy for my roommate's neon pink pair. Can I steal?
JCrew Chino's… the get me every time! I at least buy 3-4 new pairs at the outlet mall each summer!! They are so addicting b/c of their comfort & how they go with everything!! Can't wait to see what colors they come out with for this summer!
I live in them all summer long. Amazing blog — I love it!
I LOVE J.Crew chino shorts! They are truly addictive.
I live in the 3-inchers from the minute it hits 75 degrees out! Love them:) And I seriously have them in a million different colors! XO
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Love it! Where is your initials bracelet from?
Love it! Where is your initials bracelet from?
I'm contemplating on getting the chino shorts, especially when they are running the 30% promo. Wondering if they will have better deals this long weekend. So holding on…..
New follower of you. You have an awesome blog.
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love the pink ones and peachy pair!
black chinos
I want to get a pair of J. Crew chinos online, but I'm not sure what size to order. Do you recommend sizing up or down, or do you find that they fit true to size?
True to size!
these are my absolute favourite shorts! they can be dressed up or down and look fantastic on!