I don’t know how it’s happening, but every week it seems like I get busier and busier. But hey, girl, hey, it’s Friday! I have lots going on and lots to share, so I’ll hop right to it.
ONE.
Ready for…
spring & Easter! And so is this little lady. We are so over this weather. Wednesday it was in the 80s, and the next day it was in the 30s. For real? Such is Texas winter. But we really don’t have it so bad. It’s our choice to stay in doors when the weather gets crazy and thank goodness for that. I see that some of you are having it way worse with those snow days. Bless.
We have lounge days more often than not when it gets cold. However, I am looking forward to the days when it’s warm enough to pull out the kiddie pool and wear sandals. The last time we had a cold spell, I tweeted about needing to go Target, and they tweeted me back! That made my winter. Now bring on spring! And Easter, too.
TWO.
Reading…
the Skimm. Have y’all heard about this? I think my sister is the one who told me about it originally. I can’t remember. Anywho, I rarely have time to watch the news since my TV is either stuck on Disney Jr. or a DVR’d show, so I have to stay up to date with current events somehow. This is genius! It’s a daily email that gives you a rundown in a very conversational way of what’s going on in the world and what you really need to know and how you need to know it in various situations. The titles to each email are hilarious, too. Some of the subject lines this week were: You do you // Woke up like this // You had me at hello. You can check out the latest one here. And if you want to be a cool kid, you can sign up for the daily email here. (I’m not getting paid in any way to say this, by the way. Just passing on a new thing I love.)
THREE.
Watching…
Amazon Prime Instant Videos. So we got a new TV last month, and I am in love. It is somehow connected to the Internet and has all sorts of cool apps including Amazon Prime. Thank you, baby Jesus! It’s the little things. I used to stream my Amazon Prime from my computer to TV though Apple TV. It was not the best connection. When I wanted to get it to work, I would then hook it up directly. More of a hassle. Now I can just watch through my TV directly. Just like little Anna says in Frozen, “This is amazing!”
Mr. Selfridge is one of my favorites to watch with Amazon Prime right now. I love this show, probably because I love Jeremy Piven. It’s a great series set in Britain during the early 1900s and it tells the tale of an American retail tycoon and his opening of one the finest department stores. Of course drama ensues. I’m only on Season 1, but I have enjoyed every episode when I’m able to have some downtime.
Do you have Amazon Prime? I choose this over Netflix. If you do have Amazon Prime, what other TV series are you loving?
FOUR.
Wearing…
real mama clothes. At some point I’ll probably do a post on my favorite pajamas, but you all asked for mama fashion, so this is what I’m bringing you: pictures of what I wear when pajamas won’t suffice.
Let me back-track and say that last Friday I was able to get my hair done because I had a photo shoot to get ready for this past Tuesday. Why did I have a photo shoot you ask? Well, I made a little announcement on Facebook & Instagram I am so excited to share. I’m officially going to be a Houston Mom’s Blog contributor! Twice a month, I’ll be writing posts over there, and I can’t wait. I’ll keep you all posted for sure.
My sister is the best and styled me with the most amazing jewelry ever. She is an account executive for Kendra Scott in case you’re wondering. ;) This is the top half of what I wore.
And this was the full outfit. So thankful for Houston Mom’s Blog and Momma’s Gonna Snap Photography for snapping this headshot and making me feel official.
When I’m not getting all glammed up, which is usually every day, I wear things like this: sweat pants and tennis shoes. I am so stinking excited about these new tennis shoes, let me tell you. So excited I even contorted my body at all sorts of weird angles just to give you the right shot. How’s that for keeping it real? The shoes are from J. Crew and are now my new favorites. They have lots of other fun color combos as well.
FIVE.
Thankful for…
this community! Yesterday I posted about Charlotte and her “growing pains” as of late, titled “When Your Little Princess Acts a Fool.” You guys blew me away with your comments here on the blog, on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Seriously. The best. I started blogging almost exactly a year ago in hopes of letting other mamas know that we are not alone on this journey. Every story matters. Thank you so much from the very bottom of my heart for reading and commenting and cheering each other on. You make staying up writing until 2 AM worth it. Just like this beautiful illustration by Heather A Stillufsen says, “Being a mom isn’t an easy job, but it’s definitely the best job anyone could ever ask for.” Amen!
I hope you all have a beautiful weekend! And if it’s cold where you are, stay warm. Radiate your sunshine, and spring will be here soon.
P.S. Stay tuned to social media this weekend, because I have something super cool coming up on Monday! Can’t wait to share!
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I love those shoes!!! And you have quite a lot to be proud of for one year of blogging! More than I certainly accomplished in a year! Go you!
Thanks, my dear! I love them! :) And thank you so much for being one of my biggest cheerleaders. Love you so much!
First of all, you are gorgeous. Second of all, Target tweeted you! That would have totally made my night! Third, your sister works for Kendra Scott???? How did I not know this? I’m OBSESSED. And the outfit she styled is perfection!
First of all, thank you! You are too kind. 2) Umm, yeah. I did a huge happy dance in my living room. Like for real. 3) Yes! She is pretty shy and doesn’t like me to brag much about her, but YES. She’s awesomesauce. I keep telling her she needs to be a fashion blogger, but KS keeps her pretty busy. ;) Have a fun Friday, my dear!
love your sneakers and i am SUPER jealous that target tweeted you–hilarious! have a happy weekend :)
Thank you! And yes, that was one of the highlights of my entire Twitter experience. :) Have a great one, Meagan!
I love getting my skimm emails every morning – I feel so informed before I even get to work!! Those sneakers are just too cute!! Hope you have a great weekend! xo, Biana – BlovedBoston
They are the coolest! And despite giving really gloomy news sometimes, they always make me laugh. Love it! Thanks for stopping by, Biana! Have an amazing weekend!
Those shoes are perfect and so are your outfits! Congratulations on being a contributor to Houston Mom’s Blog!! What exciting news!! Have a great weekend!
Thanks, my dear! I love them. And thank you so much for your well wishes about HMB! :) I’m really excited. Have a great weekend, Amanda!
I love those shoes!!! And you have quite a lot to be proud of for one year of blogging! More than I certainly accomplished in a year! Go you!
First of all, you are gorgeous. Second of all, Target tweeted you! That would have totally made my night! Third, your sister works for Kendra Scott???? How did I not know this? I'm OBSESSED. And the outfit she styled is perfection!
I love Mr. Selfridge!!! That has to be one of my favorite shows. I just love that time period so much (but I am so thankful for cell phones and internet) that I almost would be happy living back then! The clothes are so beautiful and to be a part of that type of social advancement would be so cool!
Me too! I need to catch up desperately, but for some reason I haven’t been able to. I also love that time period! My husband makes fun of me. Lol. Do you watch Downton, too? Have we talked about this? Hehe.
No we haven’t talke about this before! Yes I am all about Downton as well, though I am catching up on this last season.
I want to re-watch it all. I think I have plenty of time until next season. :)
Can’t wait to see what’s coming monday! and I love your style, wish we lived closer so we could shop together!
Well you saw it! ;) And thanks so much, friend! Shopping would be so fun! :)
Thanks, my dear! I love them! :) And thank you so much for being one of my biggest cheerleaders. Love you so much!
First of all, thank you! You are too kind. 2) Umm, yeah. I did a huge happy dance in my living room. Like for real. 3) Yes! She is pretty shy and doesn't like me to brag much about her, but YES. She's awesomesauce. I keep telling her she needs to be a fashion blogger, but KS keeps her pretty busy. ;) Have a fun Friday, my dear!
love your sneakers and i am SUPER jealous that target tweeted you–hilarious! have a happy weekend :)
I love getting my skimm emails every morning – I feel so informed before I even get to work!! Those sneakers are just too cute!! Hope you have a great weekend! xo, Biana – BlovedBoston
Those shoes are perfect and so are your outfits! Congratulations on being a contributor to Houston Mom's Blog!! What exciting news!! Have a great weekend!
Thank you! And yes, that was one of the highlights of my entire Twitter experience. :) Have a great one, Meagan!
They are the coolest! And despite giving really gloomy news sometimes, they always make me laugh. Love it! Thanks for stopping by, Biana! Have an amazing weekend!
Thanks, my dear! I love them. And thank you so much for your well wishes about HMB! :) I'm really excited. Have a great weekend, Amanda!
I love Mr. Selfridge!!! That has to be one of my favorite shows. I just love that time period so much (but I am so thankful for cell phones and internet) that I almost would be happy living back then! The clothes are so beautiful and to be a part of that type of social advancement would be so cool!
Can't wait to see what's coming monday! and I love your style, wish we lived closer so we could shop together!
Love the style! Congrats on the blogger position and oh how I love Kendra Scott!!
Thanks so much, Kristen! I love KS, too. I wonder why! ;)
Love the style! Congrats on the blogger position and oh how I love Kendra Scott!!
You are so cute! I love your fashion. Congrats on becoming a contributor- that is great! You will do amazing!
Aww, thanks, Tiffany! I am really excited about it, and super excited about other collaborations as well! ;)
Okay, you have the world’s best smile. Seriously! So beautiful. Love this post and the Target shout out!!!
Aww, thank you Ailee! You are too sweet! That Target tweet had me all kinds of excited. Such a nerd! Lol.
You are so cute! I love your fashion. Congrats on becoming a contributor- that is great! You will do amazing!
Congrats on your new contributing gig!!! How exciting! And that’s fun that Target tweeted you back. I’m definitely going to have to check out the Skimm.
Thanks for linking up with us for H54F!
Tif
http://www.brightonabudget.com
Thanks so much, Tif! You will love the Skimm! It’s the coolest way to get the news. Thanks for hosting H54F!
Okay, you have the world's best smile. Seriously! So beautiful. Love this post and the Target shout out!!!
Congrats on your new contributing gig!!! How exciting! And that's fun that Target tweeted you back. I'm definitely going to have to check out the Skimm.
Thanks for linking up with us for H54F!
Tif
http://www.brightonabudget.com
Um that is so freaking cool that Target tweeted you back!!! Now I love them EVEN MORE lol!! And you look amazing in that photoshoot. I snort laughed reading about you contorting yourself into the perfect position to show off your new shoes, I love you so much LOL. They are super cute though, so I’m glad you got pics!!
Isn’t it the coolest?! I almost fainted. :) Thank you for your sweet compliments. I’m so glad I can make you snort laugh. It’s what I’m here for. Lol. Have fun on your vacation!
Um that is so freaking cool that Target tweeted you back!!! Now I love them EVEN MORE lol!! And you look amazing in that photoshoot. I snort laughed reading about you contorting yourself into the perfect position to show off your new shoes, I love you so much LOL. They are super cute though, so I'm glad you got pics!!
LOVE the Skimm! Congratulations on the Houston Moms Blog Contributor, that’s amazing! And your sister works for Kendra Scott? Um can you spell jealous!
Thanks, Liz! :) Yes, she does. She is all kinds of fancy pants. I’m pretty jealous, too. Lol. ;)
LOVE the Skimm! Congratulations on the Houston Moms Blog Contributor, that's amazing! And your sister works for Kendra Scott? Um can you spell jealous!
Me too! I need to catch up desperately, but for some reason I haven't been able to. I also love that time period! My husband makes fun of me. Lol. Do you watch Downton, too? Have we talked about this? Hehe.
Well you saw it! ;) And thanks so much, friend! Shopping would be so fun! :)
Thanks so much, Kristen! I love KS, too. I wonder why! ;)
Aww, thanks, Tiffany! I am really excited about it, and super excited about other collaborations as well! ;)
Aww, thank you Ailee! You are too sweet! That Target tweet had me all kinds of excited. Such a nerd! Lol.
Thanks so much, Tif! You will love the Skimm! It's the coolest way to get the news. Thanks for hosting H54F!
Isn't it the coolest?! I almost fainted. :) Thank you for your sweet compliments. I'm so glad I can make you snort laugh. It's what I'm here for. Lol. Have fun on your vacation!
Thanks, Liz! :) Yes, she does. She is all kinds of fancy pants. I'm pretty jealous, too. Lol. ;)
No we haven't talke about this before! Yes I am all about Downton as well, though I am catching up on this last season.
Girl I love your Friday posts. I haven’t heard of Skimm, but it may be good to look into. I try not to waste too much time on the news honestly. All they seem to report is all the bad in the world.
And I love that Target tweeted you back! So awesome!
You look adorable in that photo shoot outfit and I think you probably have the most tiny feet of anyone I know. And those shoes are so cute!
Yay! Thanks, Tiffany! Glad to hear that. They’re my favorite to write. :) It’s like I’m writing a letter to my friend each week to catch up.
I don’t watch too much news either. Is that horrible of me? That’s up for debate. Lol. I was pretty happy about that Target tweet, too. Thanks for the sweet compliment! I wear a 6.5 or 7. I used to be a 6, but then pregnancy changed that up. Oh well!
Girl I love your Friday posts. I haven't heard of Skimm, but it may be good to look into. I try not to waste too much time on the news honestly. All they seem to report is all the bad in the world.
And I love that Target tweeted you back! So awesome!
You look adorable in that photo shoot outfit and I think you probably have the most tiny feet of anyone I know. And those shoes are so cute!
Yay! Thanks, Tiffany! Glad to hear that. They're my favorite to write. :) It's like I'm writing a letter to my friend each week to catch up.
I don't watch too much news either. Is that horrible of me? That's up for debate. Lol. I was pretty happy about that Target tweet, too. Thanks for the sweet compliment! I wear a 6.5 or 7. I used to be a 6, but then pregnancy changed that up. Oh well!
I want to re-watch it all. I think I have plenty of time until next season. :)
Thanks for the positive and the article !!)))