fall in florida
Yesterday was Wesley’s first time really experiencing the sand between his toes and hands. He loved it and there was only one attempt at putting it in his mouth. The rest of the time was spent, as usual – tuck chasing seagulls (except he calls them eagles), and us chasing tuck. There are no […]
perspective on what makes you “rich”
{Heather made this PDF for JB’s new office. We blew it up and used Frame Bridge (which was awesome!} This is what Ted Jones said when he was asked why he didn’t take Edward Jones public and become one of the richest men in america overnight. Gives me chills every time I read it. and okay, […]
a summer salad + a leftover recipe
Since it’s a rare quiet morning in our house – Tuck is sleeping in? Wesley has already been up and is down for his first nap, I thought I’d share our dinner last night. We had my mother in law’s birthday dinner here yesterday. I love that we use the formal dining room so much, […]
my compassionate two year old
The other day we were at the bounce house (it’s so hot, and you have to get out all that energy somewhere. I’ve even resorted to chuck-e-cheese lately) and Tuck saw a little girl crying in the corner. He sat next to her, put his arm around her and told her it was okay. The […]
Magic Kingdom with a Two year old
We had a week at disney! It was so much fun watching him there. Aside from the 24 hour bug where Tuck threw up on me, himself, and into my diaper bag. I called a teledoctor two times, and brought him into a clinic. Gosh that was a day… But he was quickly back to […]
a breastfeeding story // second time around
{photo by jessica lorren} Nursing the first time around hurt like hell. After a long traumatizing birth, it was the last thing I wanted to work on right away. I think it can be especially hard that first time around, even if you had no tongue or latch issues, because you are learning so much […]
Cabana Life – #PROTECTyourskin
{wearing this tunic cover up // this rashguard c// this bikini underneath // sunglasses // sunglasses accessory chain } {wesley’s rashguard onesie} {tucks set}- all Cabana Life is c/o Growing up in Florida we were practically raised at the beach and the pool. I am not complaining, those places are my happy spots. I can still hear […]
Introducing Veronica DeOre : Statement Eyewear Jewelry
{photos by shannon kirsten and modeling by camilyn beth – my best friends are ammmmazing} Introducing Veronica DeOre – Statement Eyewear Jewelry! Isn’t this genius? It is for this lady who is always losing her sunglasses and loves a perfect accessory. I’m sure I’m not the only one who is more than pleased to say goodbye […]
mother’s day weekend
everynight I read to tuck in our bed before he goes to his, and every night he asks me to hold baby. he has to make sure he has covers! it’s soooo cute. { dress // wesley’s sweet bubble c/o} deeelicious. I hope all of you mamas out there had a wonderful mothers day! Mine started […]
Mother’s Day picks
I would be so lucky if I just turned into my mother, even just a little bit, I’ll take what I can get. She is the worlds most beautiful human – in all ways. Her birthday falls usually a day before or after, and sometimes on Mother’s Day. God gave her an appropriate birthday. I […]
Wesley James: a birth story
Water was broken, bags were packed, off to the hospital! Wesley was due on April 9th. That day we had spent the morning with my mom, and then I headed to my doctors appointment while she watched Tuck. I picked up my number one pregnancy craving (a blueberry kale salad) on the way to the […]
Disney Magic Cruise
Mickey boat finalllllly happened. I say finally because Tuck has been chatting about “mickey boat” since I told him we were going on one in July. It did not disappoint! any of us! We know this is a vacation we will do again in the future. prince charming shirt // TBBC trunks pirate night!! {pima […]
gift guide for him
*affiliate links are used in this post* 1. leather toiletry kit – every man needs a good dop kit! 2. non iron gingham shirt – can i get an amen for non-iron?! 3. bose soundlink bluetooth stereo – now he can take his music with him anywhere- boat, yard work, grilling, fishing. My dad has this […]
Gift Guide for Toddlers
*affiliate links are used in this post* 1. dragon crawling tunnel – these are a hit as soon as they are moving. 2. little tikes cozy truck – we got this for tucks first christmas and he loved it then and now. (on sale for $60!) 3. travel bag abc’s – something soft they can enjoy […]
GIFT GUIDE FOR GIRLFRIENDS/SISTERS/MOMS
*affiliate links are used in this post* scalloped planter – just add in a succulent! // shannon kirsten water color floral print – 20% off with THANKS1// geometric wine holder // love style life by garance dore // boxwood wreaths // these little paper bags (made in italy) could be used a million different ways // marbled coaster […]
crazy tuckers
{I’m wearing camilyn beth // shoes} {wesley has on a jumper from a thrift shop that was a hand me down from tuck // bowtie from janie & jack — tuck’s outfit is from zara kids with his bowtie from the beaufort bonnet company} We did Christmas card pictures last week with our Shannon – who deserves a margarita […]
Wesley and I were supposed to head to Panama yesterday morning. But baby got his first fever and turns out it is a nasty little virus. Last time we were there I was waddling down the aisle, eight months pregnant, as a bridesmaid and JB as a groomsman. I met Haley at our rehearsal dinner […]
Tuck Says / Spam
Tuck is at such a fun age. They are all fun in their own ways but this one seems to be super hilarious to me. Though we are not without our challenges. Our current challenge with Tuck is having to carry him out of the park/party/the bounce house/soccer class, fighting mad because he never wants […]
Bachelorette Goodie Bag
My super thoughtful sister is away in Charleston this weekend celebrating her lifelong best friends bachelorette! These bags she put together, as the maid of honor, are just the cutest. I had to take some photos of it in case anyone needs ideas (: Most of the treats were purchased at Target. […]
family vacation: riviera nayarit, mexico
Last week we returned from six beautiful days in Riviera Nayarit, Mexico at the Grand Velas with my little family and in laws. We feel so grateful they came along – it helped us out so much but it was also just a special time for all of us to be together . Of course […]
wannabe green thumb: our fiddle leaf fig trees
Most of the time when I post a photo of our home I usually get questions about our fiddle leaf fig trees. Is it real? yes. how do you keep them alive? In short, I mostly ignore them. But here’s the long version … For the little one… that came from Ikea. We were […]
Life Lately
{pj’s c/o jojomamanbebe // blanket is swell forever c/o} {bunny mat c/o jojomamanbebe } love their packaging maternity AND nursing dress I’ll be wearing a lot this fall/winter c/o jojo maman bebe {rain jacket c/o jojo maman bebe // toddler hunter boots // marlin honey bee tees // shorts are jcrew outlet} {super soft bunny mat c/o […]
Beautiful Naples, Florida
Down in Naples for one of JB’s meetings for his work (you can see past ones: (here (amelia island) / here (st. pete) / here (key largo)). Two year old Tuck is in his prime at these things. He makes fast friends and that pretty much includes any kid who looks his way. He danced every night away, […]
{tucks swim romper // my rash guard c/o – 20% off with PROTECT20 // sunnies // sunglass chain} Friday night / Saturday early morning I had been up every hour due to Wesley catching tucks cold. Even once he would go to sleep I had a hard time sleeping soundly. I know it can get […]
