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!
This room is so very special 🤍 The little cars sprinkled everywhere (watch your step!). A tiny sock, never two, peeled off and tucked somewhere hidden away. Piles of books that grow almost as quickly as the little boy who sleeps here. Outgrown pants and shoes to grow into mingling in the closet. Often messy, and a little cluttered, but a little boy lives here. 🚘☀️🐶📚🧸
(Rory is still in our room, but eventually the boys will share. I can picture their little twin beds already!)
About ten days ago, I noticed that today’s forecast was looking WARM. I told Mike, “We’re walking into town and sitting outside and I’m getting a beer. Put it on your calendar.” It ended up being warmer than forecasted (almost eighty degrees!) and let me tell you, it delivered. Today felt like the beginning of The Season™: dinners al fresco, beers/fries/ice creams, and late bedtimes. Indulging in it all because the kids are only getting older and we’re the grownups (somehow) and we get to make the rules ✌🏻
Dress is @tuckernuck & sweater is @kiltecollection
@pennylinndesigns and I hosted a “learn to needlepoint” class this past weekend and it was everything ✨ Needlepoint has been such a bright spot in my life over the past five years- and it’s gotten me through some difficult times. Because it’s helped me so much, sharing this hobby with others has turned into a mini life mission of mine. To sit in a room (my beautiful office space designed by @clare.sull!) with pro stitchers and needlepoint newbies alike was one of my dreams come true. I loved seeing women chatting, meeting, and bonding over this beautiful craft 🪡 Honestly, the needlepoint world is (sadly) filled with a lot of gatekeeping and competitiveness; this weekend proved that it doesn’t have to- and shouldn’t- be this way! It’s for EVERYONE. Whether you’ve never picked up a canvas in your life or you’re working on heirloom stockings for your family, there’s room for everyone at this table.
📍 Leave a comment saying “needlepoint” and I’ll send you my go-to resources for getting started with needlepoint!
I would also add a pair of leggings and sunglasses 🙂
Great post! Is this waterlouge or did you water paint this?
AJ | http://www.TheAJMinute.com
This is a GREAT list! The only thing I would add is a v-neck sweater. They can do SO much! Over a collared shirt, under a blazer, with jeans shorts and flip flops in the summer…. I love them!
— Alex at Cashmere Kangaroo
Ooh I agree with the cashmere sweater!
I would add the perfect pair of jeans; the ones that can be thrown on for running errands, brunch with girlfriends, or casual date nights. It seems like a silly thing, but let's be honest we'd be lost without it.
I love these pieces! My go to pieces are my J. Crew popover, Lucky Brand jeans, leopard flats/heels, and my Gap polka dot dress!
Hunter
Prep on a Budget
Only thing I would add is a great pair of dark wash skinny jeans! Love this list 🙂
xoxo
thebouquineuse.blogspot.com
Definitely a pair of jeans! Love this list.
Definitely riding boots! I have one pair in black and another in cognac – they are my uniform October – February. And let's be honest, probably through March this year…
and now i want to go shopping! xo jillian – cornflake dreams
Agreed on all points!
The perfect cashmere sweater, ballet flats, trench coat, and fit-like-a-glove denim or cropped pants!
<3
Amy
I totally agree on the "little black dress" however the perfect one is so hard to find. I love the fit and flare style of this one though.
xoxo
AnnMarie
http://annmariebanasik.blogspot.com
Great items – loving that Tory Burch bag! I would add a pair of leggings and a good watch!
Amy
xchampagnepearls.blogspot.com/
Hi! I love your blog. It has great content and a fabulous layout and style. I would love to see a blog post about how to rep school pride but in a stylish way. I know I hate just wearing boring t-shirts to sporting events. How do you stylize your school pride?
Awesome picks! I would definitely add a good pair of jeans and a cute bikini, that you feel beautiful in!
-Alex
http://www.monstermisa.blogspot.com/
I love the watercolour images!
The Life & Times of Belle
I'm so trying to do this at the moment, though editing my wardrobe is a lot harder then I thought! Helps to have a list of must have basic/classic items and work from there.
http://www.thelifescout.com/
Great list! I would just add black skinnies/leggings and a cashmere pullover 🙂
xo
Tara
shoesillneverhave.blogspot.com
Depending on your climate, I think a pair of dress boots, riding roots, a long cloth coat, and a peacoat (and cashmere scarf and lined gloves) would be a great addition.
-Katherine
http://scallopedandbows.blogspot.ca
Love this! The only thing I would add would be a great pair of blue jeans!
I definitely need to do this, my closet is getting really fun! Those graphics are adorable. i love the watercolor look 🙂
daughterofasonofasailor.com
LOVE THIS!
http://preppyfairytale.blogspot.com/