This afternoon, I’m packing and getting ready for… the Head of the Charles!
I miss rowing a little bit, but I’m way more into watching it. Someone asked me if I wanted to cox here in the city and I really didn’t want to. I feel like that part of my life is over, at least in terms of actively participating. Watching the sport? So much better.
(I’ve actually been reading a book about crew… and about every other night, I have some sort of stressful dream about crew. My rowers all miss their alarms and are late for practice. Another boat runs into us. I run into another boat. We can’t find the right oars on the trailer before a race. We’re in the middle of the river when a thunderstorm hits… You know, normal dreams.)
I’m excited to be in Boston to see some old friends who live there and old teammates who are still racing. Eep! I can’t wait.
Some #flashbackfriday pictures that I’m pretty sure have never been on the blog before…
Alex was my stroke. We “went out” senior year. Except for one time when we screamed at each other in the middle of a practice and then had to be separated from each other (whoops), it was always fun!
Hands down, the most ridiculous/fun boat ever. We had a funny little code word (“pineapple” to signal when to crank up the rating). Now that I think about it, it was beyond weird… but equally fun.
Included for the sock tan… I missed a day of school (and gave up my perfect attendance record) for this regatta. Not one of my favorites for racing, but it was fun as a team.
My favorite rowers and my favorite picture.
Clearly a coxswain family… #shorties
If you’re planning on attending the races, let me know! We’ll be there Saturday for most of the afternoon!
I just moved to Boston and I am so excited to watch the races this year!! I was a coxswain in high school/college and loved racing at the Charles…I turned down coxing there this year and I definitely have had those stressful dreams (which makes me confident about turning the position down!!)
I'm so jealous of all these Head of the Charles posts – I miss rowing, but definitely not getting up at 4am…I've considered rowing, but only in the afternoon 😉
I stumbled across this blog today. I didn't realize you went to Plant.. and now it comes back to me that Miss Hillary Trupp had told me about your blog before! Small world.
I stumbled across this blog today. I didn't realize you went to Plant.. and now it comes back to me that Miss Hillary Trupp had told me about your blog before! Small world.
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!
Motherhood is pure JOY to me– nothing makes me happier than being with my boys! I wear my @haverhillcollection personalized jewelry every day as a symbol of my love for them– it’s a constant reminder for me of my greatest purpose. To celebrate my first Mother’s Day with TWO boys, I sent in my Haverhill necklace to add Rory’s birthstone and initial alongside Jack’s! I also got a second bracelet to stack with Jack’s. Love that this personalized jewelry can be altered as our family grows. Haverhill’s jewelry is designed to be lived in (perfect for busy moms!) made from solid 14k gold with high-quality birthstones so I never have to take it off to exercise, shower, or sleep. Use code MOTHERSDAY15 for 15% off!
Have fun 🙂
Hunter
http://www.preponabudget.com
Oh have fun! I actually live right on the Charles at MIT. I'll be down on the river Sunday though to watch my friends row.
Have a safe trip!
Catherine
bottomofthetop.blogspot.com
I just moved to Boston and I am so excited to watch the races this year!! I was a coxswain in high school/college and loved racing at the Charles…I turned down coxing there this year and I definitely have had those stressful dreams (which makes me confident about turning the position down!!)
Brittany
http://www.classicallyb.com
Psyched to graduate and be able to experience these next fall – good luck at the races
Sounds like such a fun event! Hope you have a great weekend!
Lauren,
http://www.atouchofsoutherngrace.com/
Planning for a day at the river on Sunday! As a past rower living in Boston, I couldn't miss it!
XO
http://www.livebowfully.com
The redhead coxing the Simmons women's collegiate 4+ religiously follows this blog!
ps: that's me
http://bostonboathouseblues.blogspot.com
Recently moved to Boston and can't wait to watch the races this weekend!
i was there!! sad i didnt see you because i really look up to you!!
Annie
A College Confession
I'm so jealous of all these Head of the Charles posts – I miss rowing, but definitely not getting up at 4am…I've considered rowing, but only in the afternoon 😉
jess
Quaintrelle
I stumbled across this blog today. I didn't realize you went to Plant.. and now it comes back to me that Miss Hillary Trupp had told me about your blog before! Small world.
I stumbled across this blog today. I didn't realize you went to Plant.. and now it comes back to me that Miss Hillary Trupp had told me about your blog before! Small world.
You were SO tan!