I have always loved fall… And then for a while I switched to preferring spring… but I have to admit that right now, fall (and more specifically October) is back on top. Maybe it’s because last year’s fall was so freaking rainy (I think it rained every single weekend) and this year it’s picture perfect….
I have been a customer of Framebridge since their very, very beginning. My first order was in September 2014 to frame some artwork for my NYC apartment! Every time I need something custom framed, I look to Framebridge. Their quality has been amazing since day one, but they have added so many new options (and…
I had a sponsored post for Quince on my Instagram this week and I wanted to share the pieces on here too because I am so obsessed. I’ve had multiple pieces from Quince in the past– and even wore the cashmere joggers home from the hospital in February after having Rory. (Highly recommend btw.) I…
Happy Friday! We’re cruising along through the first month of Q4. During my working days I am feeling the time crunch of trying to get everything done in a finite amount of childcare hours, but I will say (at least so far, lol) I’m not nearly as overwhelmed as I usually am. I have a good…
With the cooler weather rolling in, I’ve been pulling out my favorite fall bags. There’s just something about a great bag that can pull together any outfit, so I wanted to round up the best bags for fall and winter. From roomy totes, to chic bucket bags, and versatile crossbodies, there’s one for nearly every occasion. Mahogany…
The leopard trend is back full-force this fall! It’s something I’ve dipped my toe into over the years but never fully leaned into. Similar to bows, I think leopard is a print that’s easy to get wrong but so good when it’s right. I’ve typically stuck to leopard accessories in the past, but I’m considering…
I was on a rollercoaster of emotions between last week and now. With the hurricane in Florida, I was a bit of a wreck worrying about my family. They’re safe and working on the clean up already and I just got word that their power was restored! LAST WEEK’S WIN: We had such a nice family…
I know, I know, I know. I’m so late to this! I can’t really explain it but I felt called to get some sourdough starter The idea of sourdough and sourdough starter felt so intimidating that I was afraid to even start for months (and months). A friend encouraged me though and I finally decided to…
Whew, we had a week. The hurricane down in Florida really took most of my energy. Thankfully my family is safe– it was a relief. I’m definitely looking forward the long weekend ahead. Will be hitting up the playground, maybe doing some baking, and squeezing in some fall activities if possible too. We’re taking family…
This and yap 🤍 Don’t forget to create holiday magic for yourself too! I can’t tell you how nice it was to do some gingerbread decorating without having to follow a three year old’s vision (or fight the sugar battle)! It’s fun to do it with kids, too, but sometimes you just need coffee, baked goods, and little bit of kid-free catch up time with your mom friends! Thank you for hosting @blueskyehouse!!
I wrote down a list of things I wanted to do for fun in 2024. I crossed off exactly zero of them (having a baby will do that to ya) and my only hope of accomplishing one would be to host a cookie exchange! I wanted to SO bad but I was also feeling exhausted after a long year (losing a dog, having a baby, running a business, etc.) and I didn’t know if I had hosting a party in me. I sent out the invitations and told myself I’d figure it out. There was no going back! It was SO FUN though and I will be doing this again. I feel like so much of the holidays as a mom is spent making the magic for kids. It’s Santa meet and greets, Christmas shopping, holiday pageants…. And then seeing Santa again (and again and again). THIS party was for us! 🥂
🎧 Five 5-Star Audiobooks I Listened to This Year ✨
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This year, I listened to some incredible audiobooks, but these five stood out as absolute favorites:
📚 A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith: A beautifully written coming-of-age classic. I didn’t want it to end and could absolutely see myself re-listening in a few years.
📚 None of This Is True by Lisa Jewell: A psychological thriller with unreliable narrators that kept me guessing the whole way through.
📚 Such a Bad Influence by Olivia Muenter: Part mystery, part family drama—flawed characters, a gripping storyline, and a chef’s kiss ending.
📚 All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker: A masterpiece of storytelling that starts as a serial killer mystery and evolves into something much bigger.
📚 Blue Sisters by Coco Mellors: A stunning exploration of sisterhood, grief, and imperfect people. The ending left me in tears (happy ones!).
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Holding on for dear life this December ❤️ I have had SO MANY conversations this week with my friends near and far and we are *all* struggling. I have to say, just knowing it’s not just me feeling the pressure of “end of year-holiday magic- cold/flu/stomach bug season-darkest days of the year,” has made it a little easier to handle. Don’t forget to take care of yourself, too 😮💨 (Telling myself this because I could use the reminder too!)
If I hadn’t already mailed our Christmas cards*, I would be ordering a reprint because this first photo is IT. ⭐️💂🏻♀️
*Actually only half because for some reason, I didn’t order enough? Our list must have grown over the past year or I just underestimated how many people were on it! I had to order more so the second half will be going out later whoops!!
