Happy almost weekend!
What does this weekend have in store for you? We're painting the nursery tomorrow -- yay! We went with Falling Snow (Behr), so hopefully it will be bright and fresh. The baby's room is the smaller of our bedrooms with just one window so we wanted something that would maximize natural light and be neutral that the room grows with her.
Today I have a whole bunch of random favorites from the week to share:
+ Our new NEPHEW was born! I won't share pictures here, but we went to visit on the evening he came into the world and it was magical. He's perfect and his momma is a rock star!
+ Are you a lazy parent? (This piece was interesting and worth a read -- embracing my kids' "help" is something I'm always working on!)
+ On Saturday, my mom, aunt, and I ventured to NY to attend my cousin's baby shower for her first baby -- a sweet little boy! My cousin and I are due two weeks apart, which is kind of fun (our moms were due less than 2 months apart with us!).
(My dress is non-maternity Nanette Lepore found at TJ Maxx for $29.99, originally $150! I did find it here online at Saks Off Fifth, but it's listed at $55. It was so comfy and perfect for travel as the fabric didn't wrinkle during our 5 hour round trip!)
+ I read this article in the August issue of Real Simple and enjoyed it. I think a lot of people would be able to relate and I found nuggets of wisdom throughout it, like "I found that in the quiet, I could still move forward." Meaning, in those moments where it seems like you're staying still or stuck somewhere, literally or figuratively, you still have ownership of your own mind and can use it to think, dream, and progress.
+ The girls and I went peach and zinnia picking at our local farm yesterday. We came home with tons of juicy peaches (and some flowers, plums, and lemons) so we made homemade peach crisp. Dangerously good!
+ My favorite new (to me!) design Instagram account. I am obsessed with every single thing she posts!
+ With some birthday money, I recently picked up literally the softest sweatshirt and sleep shirt (nightgown length) you have ever felt. I'm planning on packing both in my hospital bag!
+ Many of you are already familiar with veteran blogger and sweet momma April Robson. Her now three-year-old daughter, Charlotte, was diagnosed last July with a devastating quickly-progressing and eventually terminal illness and yet -- yet! -- this family has managed to find and spread joy amidst the unimaginable. There is a kindness movement being organized for July 31, and we are each encouraged to participate in random acts of kindness in this precious little girl's name. Won't you join? You can read more about the movement here.
Have a beautiful weekend!
You and your cousin look so beautiful! My cousin and I had baby girls a few months apart and it was so fun experiencing those firsts with her...even though this isn't your first lol! Thanks for sharing that IG account - I'm always looking for more people to follow! xo, Biana -BlovedBoston
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Biana! I'm excited, and it'll be nice to have cousins so close together in age, too. :) Hope you had a great weekend!
DeleteWhat a sweet season to be in with your cousin. I will have to check out that real simple article.
ReplyDeleteIt is! These are the days. :) I enjoyed the article -- I'm someone who loves and thrives on order and structure, but I can really see the benefit of just letting go and letting life get a little messy in order to accomplish more.
DeleteI LOVE April's account. She and her family are amazing. Such beautiful souls. I love that sweatshirt and I need to pick one up for myself. Love the picture of you and your cousin at her shower.
ReplyDeleteMe too! What an incredible inspiration. You NEED one (and I think I need another, lol!) -- it's the softest. xo!
DeleteFun happenings and such a cute picture of you and your cousin!
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Thank you so much! <3
DeleteYou and your cousin look so adorable with your bellies. That peach crisp looks delish.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! Double the belly, double the fun... right?! The peach crisp turned out so yummy!
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