The official start of summer is here! Insert “person raising both hands in celebration” emoji.
After spending too much time outside in the sun and not enough time drinking water, I found myself extremely dehydrated Friday night. I’ve been so much better about drinking water (since this post!) by keeping water by my desk at all times. When it’s right there, it’s super easy to remember to drink it. The place I need improvement? When I’m not at my desk. Friday was the perfect storm. I felt okay when I got back to the city… Garrett and I had dinner and that’s really when I noticed just how thirsty I was. I drank glass after glass after dinner, but still had a headache. The headache got worse and worse. Now, I’m used to migraines, but this was a NEW LEVEL headache. Let’s just say, I spent the rest of my night throwing up… It was disgusting and horrible. If I needed a wakeup call about drinking water in the summer, I heard it loud and clear on Friday night.
I’ve never been hungover, but I imagine that how I felt Saturday morning is what it would feel like. Extra water and laziness before brunch. Luckily it was with my good friend and it was the perfect brunch spot: Palma. We sat (in the shade) in the courtyard and just talked and caught up and relaxed. Love those kind of low-key brunches! We used to work together so it’s always fun to get to see each other now that we have different jobs.
Salmon Eggs Benedict and French Toast!
I always have the “Sweet versus Savory” debate when at brunch. I know I’ll feel better throughout the day if I go for something like an omelet… but the French toast always sounds (and ends up tasting) so good.
The restaurant is on the tucked away street and the courtyard is an absolute oasis– filled with gorgeous flowers!
We had a lazy afternoon. Naps, laundry, apartment cleaning. Topped it off with a walk around the neighborhood after dark and delivery + a movie.
Today was beautiful and we took advantage of the warm, breezy day for a long walk with Teddy. He loves walking around and meeting all of the other dogs and kids. (But he also gets lazy– it’s so funny, he just plops down on the ground when he’s had enough!)
I love summer weekends in the city! I wish it were like this year round. I would contemplate moving out of here a lot less I’m sure. Ha. Looking forward to a casual night tonight before gearing up for Monday morning email marathoning.
Looks like you had an amazing weekend! Mine was filled with lots of food as well and hanging out with friends. We threw a surprise bday party for my friend!
I have the same water problem on the weekends. I'm fine during the week when I'm at work and at my desk but my water intake on the weekends is much lower. Haven't figured out a solid fix for it yet.
Coffee is super dehydrating too! If you drink a lot of coffee you need to make sure you are also replenishing what you lost with water or you could definitely get really sick.
TEDDY PLOPPING HE IS ADORABLE. My puppy (Noodle) does the same, but first she jumps at my leg to say, "Mom, please pick me up now. I'm done, mom. Now." Puppies are phenomenal.
Now that it's summer I want to spend as much time outside as possible, Teddy looks like he feels the same way (despite the heat). -Alex http://www.monstermisa.blogspot.com/
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!
The food looks delish! 🙂
AJ | http://www.TheAJMinute.com
Your pup is the cutest thing ever.
You've never had a hangover? Hahaha! Nerd in the best way! 🙂
the food looks so good!
Looks like you had an amazing weekend! Mine was filled with lots of food as well and hanging out with friends. We threw a surprise bday party for my friend!
Annie
A College Confession
My puppy just flops when she's had enough of a walk too – I end up having to carry her, it's so embarrassing, but cute 😛
The Life & Times of Belle
I have the same water problem on the weekends. I'm fine during the week when I'm at work and at my desk but my water intake on the weekends is much lower. Haven't figured out a solid fix for it yet.
Coffee is super dehydrating too! If you drink a lot of coffee you need to make sure you are also replenishing what you lost with water or you could definitely get really sick.
TEDDY PLOPPING HE IS ADORABLE. My puppy (Noodle) does the same, but first she jumps at my leg to say, "Mom, please pick me up now. I'm done, mom. Now."
Puppies are phenomenal.
Now that it's summer I want to spend as much time outside as possible, Teddy looks like he feels the same way (despite the heat).
-Alex
http://www.monstermisa.blogspot.com/