my dreamboat of a husband
when you’re dating someone, you gotta wonder … is this guy gonna be a good dad? you know, if kids are in your hopeful life plan and all. i never doubted for a second jb would be the best father to walk the face of the planet. {a title i feel he deserves} JB […]
my weekend + ramblings
caftan pineapple tunic labor day essentials: tucks petite bateau euro suit // old navy baby flops // instax // love my hari mari flops. // super goop sunscreen and lip balm // hat from italy 1. labor day weekend was a little hairy to begin with. we were dog sitting and decided why not house […]
because i love a good sale // labor day sale picks
i’m not the only one who appreciates a good sale, am i right? ASOS picks// also, why are their models all the most gorgeous humans on earth. black jumpsuit // hot tamale. grey jacket // looks comf + classic maxi dress with slit //amazing dress for nursing mamas. worn here on me! clutch //peeks of […]
feelings shmeelings.
my world sometimes i feel like i project this super shiny always happy never sad persona. i wish that were always the case. it’s mostly the case. and then… bam. something is said or done. and i feel like a tweenager once again; melancholy, angst-y, insecure. i am so sensitive, and i have a love/hate […]
FAQ Series // hotels and such
I still get a lot of emails about where we stayed while in Europe, so I thought I’d do a comprehensive list for anyone who is wondering. I like your emails, I do! But in the case this info is all you wanted, here it is. I’m hoping to compile a little FAQ with links […]
Art
I’ve always been fascinated by art. in every form imaginable. photos? acrylic? watercolor? yes, yes, and yes. I’m not sure I could tell you my favorite movement or time period. It’s all so good. Flemish art (16th century) is maybe the most interesting IMHO. Art is kinda like wine to me. I know good art […]
playtime with tuck
My relationship with time has always been tenuous. But now I know I’ll never be anywhere near comfortable with time again. Dang time! I mean how is my baby seven (and a half) months old already! And oh Tuck, You think you are a year old lately. Waving hi to people, pulling yourself up to […]
weekend wanderings
{ asos dress // shoe mint // marc jacobs for target clutch } { dress // shoes // scarf from steph } JB’s shirt – monogrammed by J.crew! love these. date nights (what i attempted to wear/and what was actually worn), strolls with lola, island exploring with tuck… it was a good (albeit […]
I love Hayden Reis // + a promo code
sophie, day designer organizer, le pen, supergoop lip balm, supergoop day cream, pierre the bunny, baby food, spoon, toy wipes, honest diapers, sanitizer, and vitamins, tide pen, sunnies, jellycat book, diaper changer and bags, wipes! This Hayden Reis bag is my new go-to bag. It takes you from the beach, to the store, out to […]
the life of tuck
you never forget your first taste of … sand?! forget the life of riley. the phrase is now: the life of tuck. this boy! he has been living the life. and you know, since I go where he goes, i have too. this has been my favorite summer. ever. and i’m glad […]
Ten totally random things about me, me, me!
Ten totally random things about me. 1. I was a hideous looking jr.high schooler. oddly enough, i think that’s when my self esteem peaked. i’m pretty sure i had no clue of the unfortunate looking teeth/bangs/style combo. 2. Daily I am reminded that I married Up! like, way up. JB is the […]
Supergoop! review
Our first morning on Sea Island I woke up to a fresh cup of coffee, walked out to the porch and it appeared Santa had arrived! It was like Christmas morning for this always-in-the-sun-momma. Supergoop! had given each of us a truckload of products. I’d always wanted to try it, and try I did! […]
snippets from our weekend
Just a couple snippets from our weekend. My parents have a week at the beach just ten minutes from us on glorious anna maria island. it’s a staycation of sorts. still get everything done at home + getaway… kinda perfect if you ask me.
baby giggles
taken a few weeks ago* not this morning this morning, when the dew was still wet on the lawn, I took lola out. it was the prettiest morning. one that just calls for you to sip your coffee on the porch and breath in deeply. the great big oak trees overlooking the bayou had peeks […]
Cabana Lifestyle
I’m such a florida girl, through and through. I love the ocean, sunshine, salt air… what could be better? but I want to be around a long time to see great grandbabies too. So I strive to be more and more conscientious of the sun. Which is why I love cabana life! They make covering […]
fingers crossed // our hopeful one day abode
i posted a photo on instagram a couple of weeks ago about the house we put an offer on. the offer has been accepted by the buyers… now we wait on the banks. still no news yet. as it’s a short sale. and so far, so much fun has been happening that I […]
my favorite day in sicily
     this was my fave day in sicily. can you see why? we went up to mt.etna, an hour up the volcano, where it was freeeezing. that terrain was something else! I never even got a great photo. but it sure was fun having a private tour with my in-law’s. later in […]
tucks first fourth of july // and thoughts on motherhood
I had to share these photos of Tucks first fourth of July … In Italy. Just three days shy of his sixth month / half birthday. I feel I’ve been a little quiet about what I’m mostly the best at … being mushy gushy about the ones I love. It’s so hard to […]
Date night and day in Sicily
outfit details {day}; shorts, top, shades, sandals similar, tote {night}; dress c/o tailor and stylist, necklace anthropologie, scarf is stylemint My in-laws met us in Sicily! Which meant we got the best international babysitters ever. JB and I got a day date and then a night date. It was so nice to get that […]
Making european travel with a baby happen
Forgive this post if you don’t have children! But I scoured the internet looking for this exact post, so maybe … you are too? Anyway lots of us mommy’s will be or have been traveling with a little one this summer, so this post is for y’all. Earlier this month we went through planes, trains, […]
Tea Collection Fall Debut
It’s no secret Tea is my favorite baby brand. They’re designs are just theee cutest. Probably because their collections are inspired by travel. And y’all know we love us some travel over here. Their fall season was inspired by their recent trip to China, and after watching their video, I’m ready to book a trip […]
Loungey beach day in Sicily
We spent one relaxing lounge day as beached whales out by our resorts pool and beach. The beach there is rocky, compared to our powdery white sand on the gulf coast of Florida. Though it’s not much for walking, the view can’t be beat. And it’s always fun watching my little water baby in […]
Taormina
Our first full day in Taormina we just walked around a bit, and ate. This is my favorite way to tour. (;
Travel Tricks with OXO Tots for feeding on the go
The week before Tucks six month birthday we started introducing solids. Honestly, this whole nursing thing is sucking ever ounce of fat off of me. And I’d like to keep some! So my mom was pretty insistent we start introducing solids. Of course we didn’t try to feed him while we were on the plane […]
