Born for this Box: the perfect gift for an expecting or new mother
I am a big fan of Mommy Mail Box! I get super excited when I spy it in our mailbox. I love how it has a different curator each month. The curator always picks out items intentionally. It’s a really nice and always stylish pick me up! Their limited boxes have become a […]
Baby Wearing Faves
I didn’t know baby wearing was a thing before I had kids. Isn’t it just something you do so your baby (if she or he likes it) stays calm, you can get some things done, and you can get out easily. It isn’t a dividing line! I would have loved if Tuck was into the […]
it is significant
{forever 21 top // paige jeans c/o lyon and post (a referral link) – a program where you try on AT HOME before you buy- pretty great for someone who doesn’t shop with little kids in tow! // hair barette from jcrew } Most of my days are spent in what feels like a million and one […]
momfessions
via As a first time mom I wondered all the time if I am doing it right. I felt really insecure. I still have moments that can sometimes turn into days where I’m pretty sure I’m doing it all wrong. The human condition? or just mine? I don’t know if it ever will be all […]
what i wish i was wearing: all white
Whenever I have a little tan going on (which is most definitely not at the moment) i’m always reaching for white. Even if it goes from clean to covered in stains in 2.2 seconds. Sadly, I can’t totally blame my kids on that one. (: {one – top – skirt // two // three // […]
Favorite Travel Experiences
When I was reading Amanda’s post (she’s moving to Croatia!!) where she asked for suggestions within Europe it got me thinking of my favorite spots. Â Then during nap time I went through my blogs travel page and it got me smiling, and thinking … it is sometimes about how beautiful a place is but most […]
a happy fourth
{tucks board shorts – now only $20! c/o // rash guard } Hope you all had a fun fourth! We had a nice long weekend thank to the market being closed on Friday. We had a fourth of July party at our house last year since you can watch the fireworks from our little dock, but […]
Wesley James’ Sip & See
{wesley’s bonnet // wesley’s bubble c/o} {tucks jon jon } {my dress} {photos and calligraphy:  shannon kirsten – illustation and photography // linens and rentals :  linens by the sea & us tent rental // crest logo created by paper please // seersucker runners:  linnea designs // sweets:  the short giraffe  // flowers picked up […]
Sweet little Wesley at six weeks with Jessica Lorren
Sorry for the copious amounts of photos!! I just couldn’t love these any more. Big thanks to Jess for capturing our family in this tender time, and major props as Tuck only sits still for a millisecond. And I promise I’ll be back to blogging soon … after Wesley’s sip&see, that’s turned into a really […]
the littlest daddy
the best part of waking up… i sincerely can’t. (glasses are from amazon ) I wrote a bit about this on instagram but wanted to write here as well. For posterity, I guess. And if future-Wesley you ever doubt how much your brother loved you, right from the start – here’s some proof. I’ve been […]
see sessions with jessica lorren and jessica sloane
Photo by Jessica Lorren and Styling by Jessica Sloane When these two get together the most beautiful things are created. annnd I’m so excited to tell y’all that see sessions is coming to Florida! My plan is to get a little girl time in and learn tons from these two geniuses. If you are in […]
out.back.
my favorite – fresh peppermint in piping hot water. Have been using the ergo in his infant insert lately to nurse if I need my hands free. He loves being curled up in the infant insert! I love spending our mornings and evenings in the backyard. Tuck is busy being verrrry busy – in his […]
My parents say I was a lot like content little Wes as a baby – and it tricked them into (thankfully!) going for four. Which is sorta what I hope our ending number is – four. Lord willing, of course. And who talks about another baby two weeks after having one? When you have a […]
Life Lately: in between snuggles
Just some randomness from a sleep deprived, happy mama … Things that have been different this time around… For one thing, it’s been nice not having to go back to work right away. I was literally working the week after Tuck was born, which is slightly crazy of me, but was necessary at the time. […]
Wesley’s Layette and Bassinet
{our bed was via joss & main – not on there now but I do see it on there sometimes // halo bassinest // TBBC bunny // monogrammed jellycat bunny }} {lamp // be still print from Jacin Fitzgerald // nipple cream via honest – this stuff is a lifesaver for that first week! // Savor // Tucks books […]
Waiting on Wesley … + links
Happy due date Wesley James! You can take your time … though just know there are many that can’t wait to meet you, and your daddy, your big brother, and I are at the top of that list. sooooo maybe don’t take too long (; I am already dilated and effaced – but really don’t […]
This week has been a whirlwind, an awfully long one too. I think I thought it was Friday every day of the week. My papaw went to be with Jesus on Monday morning. And I just got back home from Georgia. Much to my surprise my doctor gave me the OK to travel up to […]
PSA for the preggers: maternity jeans
Photo by Shannon Kirsten { Wendy Bellisimo Maternity Jeans c/o Destination Maternity // tassel top // maternity tank underneath // earrings c/o rocksbox – get your first month free with code sarahbff96 // sandals // nail color – bubble bath opi } I have lived in maternity jeans since very early on this pregnancy. I was too […]
The child must know he is a miracle…
Photo by Shannon Kirsten {in rachel pally’s isa dress} The child must know that he is a miracle, that since the beginning of the world there hasn’t been, and until the end of the world there will not be, another child like him. -pablo casals
37 weeks
Photos by Shannon Kirsten – thank you shannie for capturing this special time in mine and wesley’s life! {wendy bellisimo dress c/o destination maternity // shoes are old from nordstrom rack and not online – but these are similar // straw hat // earrings c/o rocksbox – get your first month free with code sarahbff96 // nail […]
BEST THING EVER: affordable, natural, effective, haircare
one:two:three One question I get emailed a bit about is what shampoo/conditioner I use. Which is baffling because my hair is done maybe 1% of life. I always struggle with it because while Pureology makes my hair look great – it’s not pure, and it’s expensive! And so many “natural” shampoos have failed me – […]
this quote has long been a favorite and is going in Wesley’s nursery This post by my girlfriend brittany does a great job of explaining essential oils. These PJ’s for Tuck are adorable, inexpensive and 100% cotton. My friend Anna gets to meet her son in China in just a few short days. You can […]
The Belle of the Beach
JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content. JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content. I love a good cover up. One that can be worn from the beach to lunch is the best! Also we have a few beach vacations planned for the […]
35 weeks
taken yesterday on Anna Maria Island with JB, my sister Molly and Tuck {hat // maternity shorts c/o // coverup is last year old navy but this one from ON is similar // cooler bag c/o // tucks swim trunks c/o // tucks saltwater sandals } tomorrow marks 36 weeks. We are in the home stretch […]
