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 love that navy trench coat!
Lauren,
http://www.atouchofsoutherngrace.com/
I love a good trench coat! Banana Republic makes a great, affordable trench but I do covet the Burberry version!
Chelsea
Haute Child in the City
My GOD Burberry trenches are the holy saints of the trench world.
Absolutely love the first one that is colorblocked or the navy one! I really need to get one too, since it has been raining where I live as well!
xo, Scarlett
The Trendy Chick
I just purchased that floral trench and I LOVE it! The fit is equally as amazing as the floral pattern and colors.
Ashley | History in High Heels
What beautiful coats! I need to get one!
Constance || Prep Northwest
I would love a floral patterned trench coat, they are lovely. Thanks for sharing :))
Julie,
http://thepreppysisters.blogspot.com
I love #5, I've been searching for a trench coat, thanks for sharing!
http://loriscreativity.blogspot.com/
Almost warm enough full time to break mine out. 🙂
Definitely can't wait for spring either! Trench coats are just so fab. Who says outerwear can't make a statement as well?!
Taylor Anthony :: Prep, Please!
I need to get my hands on a trench coat ASAP. My favorite was the first one!
xo,
Neidelyn
{getupanddressup.blogspot.com}
that floral piping one is so gorgeous!
x
http://anoddgirl.blogspot.com.au
Love love LOVE that 60's inspired shape, as well as the color blocked version! A trench may be in my near future 🙂
xo
Tara
shoesillneverhave.blogspot.com
I was JUST discussing trench coats with a work friend so this is perfect timing!
-Alex
http://www.monstermisa.blogspot.com/
I love the last one with the contrast trim. It is such a great color!
Madeline | Ring-a-Round a Rosey | Bloglovin’
I love trench coats. These ten are so cute! i love the color blocking one. Such a great take on a timeless piece. 🙂
daughterofasonofasailor.com
Gah a trench coat is something that my closet is so lacking!!
I absolutely love trench coats for the Spring! I have a Michael by Michael Kors one and it's perfect!
howchicitis.com
I have been looking to invest in a trench coat, and this post has helped me know where to start! I was pleasantly surprised to see how affordable the first option is 🙂
XX, SS || A Little Seersucker Sass
I invested in a pretty pricey trench coat this past summer and it really has been one of my best purchases. You really know how to rock them Carly!
~ Emily
Emily&Dot