If you haven't caught on yet, the girls and I have been hanging out in CT with my family this summer. There's a lot going on here (baby and wedding stuff for my sisters) and since we would've just been spending tons in airfare coming and going, it's been easier to invade my parents' space. My brother lives next-door and my sisters live within 5 minutes of each other, so we see everyone a lot! Hanging with cousin Ian and the chickens - Cheryl, Charlotte, and Cindy. Since we arrived, ... View the Post
Add a Little Zest to Your Life
Motherhood Tip #456: When life hands you lemons, use the opportunity to add a little zest to your life. I knew if I posted about Ailey's new sleep schedule I would be kicking myself in the butt for jinxing her progress. But I told the world yesterday how she has been sleeping through the night and she caught wind of my bragging. Last night was tough - filled with inconsolable screaming and hourly wake-ups. I woke up exhausted, but seeing her cheery disposition reminded me Ailey just had to ... View the Post
Hey Amazon PRIME Day!
Amazon Prime Day 2017 is an event you don't want to miss. Start looking for deals at 6pm EST tonight! Here are some goodies I have my eye on for my expecting sister and my little girls. There are TONS of baby and kid items: Lamaze Freddie Princess Magnets A Fairy Doorway - Perfect for any imaginative little girl (Annabelle is getting one of these!) Annabelle's Favorite First Baby - Stella Baby Doll Unicorn Float Pineapple Pool Float Princess Tent The most anticipated digital ... View the Post
Weekend Recap
Good morning friends! Ailey woke up at 5 this morning (her new calling time) after only getting up once in the night. She's been sleeping amazing for over a week since we started feeding her a huge real food dinner. I've not slept a full 6-7 hour period in years, so it's been very refreshing! This weekend seemed to go by in a flash since we did so much - Saturday was spent catching up with my best friend and her new baby, Saturday night we had a big family dinner, and Sunday I helped my ... View the Post
Weekend Wish List
Who loves a good sale? This weekend my go-to store - J.Crew Factory - is offering an extra 50% off clearance with code: EXTRA50. And the bestest place to buy a pair of jean shorts has quite the promotion - buy one, get one $10! I'm loving this gingham romper and think it needs to find its way into my closet... along with a few of my favorite style tank tops! What are you loving from this clearance super sale? ... View the Post
Friday Favorites
one. rain boot baby. My best friend bought Annabelle her first pair of rain boots for her second birthday. They were blue, made by Croc, and Annabelle never wanted to take them off. She obviously outgrew them, so we bought the same boots in light pink for the next size up. She wears these boots everywhere, all the time, but she needs a bigger size again. I love the boots' durability and the handles to make it easy to pull on/off - I just can't find the Crocs anymore in the same pink! She's ... View the Post
DIY Bachelorette Party Gift Bag
Planning a bachelorette party is a lot of work. From the hotel, to the entertainment, to the itinerary, to the gift bags for the girls attending, my sister and the brides' future sister-in-law spent hours brainstorming. Since we would be traveling from different states to meet in Washington, D.C., we each brought some of the materials for the gift bags in our suitcases. The bride's future mother-in-law made the decor by hand with lace, ribbons, and fake flowers. My best friend, Kim, ... View the Post
5 Ways to Detox a Holiday Hangover
The day after a long holiday weekend is always depressing - no more daytime Rose and no more overindulging. As a result of my Fourth of July escapades, my fingers and toes are swollen, my pants feel a bit tighter, and my face looks puffy this morning. Even though I have a fast metabolism (breastfeeding keeps my peanut butter/fluff addiction off my backside), I still feel gross when I don't eat healthy. So what is a girl to do? DETOX. The best way to get rid of a holiday hangover is get ... View the Post