tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71126350339941166822024-02-19T00:10:47.002-06:00the chastain familyAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18189376449622470288noreply@blogger.comBlogger419125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7112635033994116682.post-89653822813677416902016-01-25T08:41:00.000-06:002016-01-25T08:41:31.398-06:00emma grace: 18 months oldemma grace is 18 months old.<br />
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we grew another inch, gain a couple of pounds, and added a few toothies to our smile.<br />
she loves hugs, playing with blocks and duplos, putting things away in baskets.<br />
she eats her weight in black beans every week and still prefers her crackers two at a time.<br />
i've added "sassy" to my list of EG description words. <i>#forthelove </i><br />
sweet thing is definitely my child.<br />
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most of all, she <i><u>loves</u></i> being outside at the park.<br />
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she's discovered an intense love for slides that <i>might</i> rival her love for swings. santa brought a little slide to juju's house which has already provided hours of entertainment. <br />
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even after dozens of lessons and assists, home girl can't seem to remember to use the second step. she's got to have the strongest little toddler biceps.<br />
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selfishly, i am little obsessed with watching her little legs wiggle as she tries to pull herself up. wiggly tennies get me every time.<br />
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it might be silly, but i think this small, little act is quite indicative of her developing personality. <br />
she is strong and determined. she is full of joy and curiosity. an adventurous spirit.<br />
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i'm still in denial that's she's growing up. i know. i really need to get over it, it's obviously happening. <br />
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i never want to forget the way it feels when she pulls on my legs, or the sound of her babbles in the backseat when we're driving, or the way she dramatically eats her black beans one at a time, or the way she runs across the room with a smile as big as Texas to give me a floppy hug. <br />
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good grief she is my favorite little human.<br />
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eg was quite the little ham. if only i could get away with running up and down the aisles and rolling around on the floor. good thing she's a cutie.<br />
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we are so fortunate to have such a strong and supportive family. and i was just so excited that they were able to share this moment with us! we can't wait to the amazing things the Lord has planned for our little one!<br />
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"But now, O Jacob, listen to the Lord who created you.</div>
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O Israel, the one who formed you says,</div>
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Do not be afraid, for I have ransomed you.</div>
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I have called you by name; you are mine."</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18189376449622470288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7112635033994116682.post-48018362899960599912015-10-16T15:52:00.000-05:002015-10-16T15:52:02.212-05:00a breakfast picnic | lone star eggsthe weather has finally cooled down, which means breakfast picnics, lunch picnics, snack picnics, oh, and of course, dinner picnics. let's be honest, it's just way easier to clean up when you can hose down your patio.<br />
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we took our breakfast out on the patio, and eg consumed them in the messiest way possible, as only a toddler (i'm still in denial...) can. i've mentioned before that eating a variety of foods isn't really EG's favorite thing. she has her staples, but i've been trying to find ways to introduce new foods before we burn out on the three foods in her current rotation. i've been trying to sneak extra veggies in with her scramblies, and so far, she doesn't really seem to notice. #sneakysneaky<br />
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all you need for texas breakfast tacos are <a href="http://www.lonestareggs.com/" target="_blank">scrambled lone star eggs</a>, fresh tortillas and any combination of mix ins! :) a few of my favorites are breakfast sausage, salsa, spinach, bell peppers and avocados.</div>
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I've been having so much fun working with <a href="http://www.lonestareggs.com/" target="_blank">lonestar eggs</a>. :) I can't think of a better fit for a texas breakfast than texas eggs from texas chickens! :)<br />
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she's walking, waves hello, touches her nose and pats her tummy.<br />
we love bubble guppies, yogurt in any form, and our jelly shoes.<br />
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baby girl loves her veggie pouches, but only when she can hold them herself.<br />
she especially loves eating off the floor, and doesn't really understand why every meal or snack can't be a picnic. worst mom ever. but sometimes (<i>most of the time...</i>) i give in.<br />
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she has the sweetest smile, the most expressive face, and the best giggle.<br />
i just love her snuggles even if they only last 2 seconds.<br />
she's walking, running-ish, falling, and rolling around like a mad woman.<br />
i have a feeling she thinks if she stops moving, she might not ever be able to move again.<br />
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we have survived <i>(knock on wood...)</i> our first round of major sickies. two weeks of a tummy bug, fever and tears and snuggles and runny noses, but we made it, and we found our smiles again.<br />
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oh how i love this baby girl!<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18189376449622470288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7112635033994116682.post-42265188846567222162015-10-05T12:24:00.000-05:002015-10-05T12:24:48.011-05:00my why | rodan + fields <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
today, i'm so excited to share my newest little project, <a href="https://sgchastain.myrandf.com/" target="_blank">Rodan + Fields</a>! I joined on as a consultant just over 3 months ago, and it's just been amazing. I'm just so inspired by the stories of success and change and i'm just so excited to share my "why" with you guys! </div>
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emma grace has a bad patch of eczema under her chin. between her sweet chubby cheeks, scrunchy neck, and 100* summer days, it was almost impossible to keep the area from flaring up. one morning, it had flared up so terribly, i just felt completely helpless. i was trying to avoid the super expensive prescription steroid cream my dr had suggested, but all of the other lotions and creams i had found were just not cutting it.<br />
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i called my sweet friend Erica, who is one of my dearest mama-mentors, and asked if she had any recommendation for eczema or dry skin, and she offered to run over her <a href="https://sgchastain.myrandf.com/Shop/Soothe" target="_blank">SOOTHE regimen</a>. she said she used it on her babies, especially in the winter, and it healed their rough patches so quickly, and thought it would be a great match for emma grace!<br />
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we started using the <a href="https://sgchastain.myrandf.com/Shop/Soothe" target="_blank">SOOTHE regimen</a> on emma grace and within just a few days, noticed a drastic difference in her skin, and within a week, her eczema was hardly noticeable! we use <a href="https://sgchastain.myrandf.com/Shop/Product/SORG001" target="_blank">steps 1-3</a> on her every other day, and use <a href="https://sgchastain.myrandf.com/Shop/Product/SOSS050" target="_blank">step 4, the sunscreen and moisturizer</a>, every day, sometimes twice a day!<br />
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the best part was that i knew the products were safe for her baby skin. we tried SO many different lotions, creams & ointments, practically everything on the baby skin care shelf, and nothing made a long term difference. plus, <a href="https://sgchastain.myrandf.com/Shop/Product/SORG001" target="_blank">SOOTHE </a>smells so wonderful, and let's be real, most of that stuff just smells like a medicine cabinet.<br />
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i started using the <a href="https://sgchastain.myrandf.com/Shop/Unblemish" target="_blank">UNBLEMISHED</a> regimen and as if i needed any more convincing, i was hooked. i've never felt more confident in my own skin. the <a href="https://sgchastain.myrandf.com/Shop/Unblemish" target="_blank">UNBLEMISHED</a> line has been recognized as the #1 selling acne line, and i'm just obsessed.<br />
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my goals for my rodan + fields business keep changing, but the more i learn about the company and the products, the more excited i become. to be completely candid, my first goal way to pay for my product and get a discount. i'm a target girl, and the thought of investing in big girl skincare was really overwhelming. but once i knew how SOOTHE could help baby girl, i just had to get it, and becoming a consultant was the right fit for me. <br />
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if you're interested in learning more about the products, or the business opportunity, i'd be more than happy to share all of the information I have! i just feel so excited about being a part of something that's making such a difference in so many lives, and i'd just love to share that with you as well!!<br />
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https://sgchastain.myrandf.com<br />
https://sgchastain.myrandf.biz<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18189376449622470288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7112635033994116682.post-59002418661671800612015-09-05T19:17:00.000-05:002015-09-05T19:17:00.584-05:00breakfast for the babe | lone star eggs<div>
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i love breakfast. i love the waffles, bub-hub loves the scrambled eggs. he loves coming up with different seasoning combinations for them...lately, we're loving the julios! </div>
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scrambled eggs are also a great finger food for us to give to emma grace. relatively un-messy, easy for her to pick up and feed herself, which is prefect for little miss independent!</div>
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right now, her favorite foods are black beans & crackers, solid carb choices. knowing that she's starting off her morning with great protein from her scramblies makes my mama-heart happy! </div>
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we love making trips to our local farmers market, but lets be honest, i'm not really ever going to make it there in time to beat the first (on-top-of-it) shoppers who claim the milk & eggs. luckily, we can still shop local on a more realistic timeline! i just love that i can find <a href="http://www.lonestareggs.com/" target="_blank">lonestar eggs</a> at walmart! they are texas eggs from texas chickens! perfect for my growing texas babe! :)<br />
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we chose pink velvet for her baby bundt cakes. </div>
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selfishly, i wanted to try and avoid a giant mess with a bunch of icing [we already messed with that during her <a href="http://thechastainfamilyblog.blogspot.com/2015/07/a-lesson-in-unnecessary-traditions.html" target="_blank">smash cake shoot</a>...] but let's be real. it's not a real birthday cake if you don't have icing on top! </div>
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home girl also has quite the love for her crackers. i would never think twice about having to choose between cake or crackers, but she just couldn't leave her first love behind! :)</div>
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emma grace had so much fun opening her gifts! she loved crawling and climbing on all the bags and pulling the paper out. but she also loved the goodies. maybe next year will be our "cardboard box" birthday celebration.<br />
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from the very beginning, bub-hub and i decided we wanted emma grace's birthday celebration to be a giant thank you party for our friends and family. we are so beyond blessed with love and support, and i can't even begin to imagine how different our first year as parents would have been without them.<br />
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was it a little unncecssary. sure. but it was fun, and we got to share the day with our friends and family, so in my book, that makes it all more than worth it!<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18189376449622470288noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7112635033994116682.post-64245209252178055472015-07-31T14:34:00.000-05:002015-07-31T14:34:18.385-05:00happy birthday emmers! // snacks & sweet treats<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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snacks are my most part of a party.</div>
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menu planning and tasting is my favorite.</div>
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i've also realized that bite sized snacks are best. </div>
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the perfect bite sized indulgence.</div>
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fruit salad is also an easy go to for me. well, my version of fruit salad anyway. <br />
i usually just pick up a few of my whatever is in-season favorites and toss them in a bowl!<br />
i LOVE when i remember to sprinkle some vanilla pudding mix over it....making it extra sweet.<br />
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can we also just take a minute to talk about how ridiculous watermelon is to cut.<br />
i'm pretty proud of myself for finishing the task with both my thumbs still attached.<br />
it was pretty close though.<br />
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and of course.<br />
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all calligraphy by katy richards.<br />
paper straws // <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/Twigsandtwirlsllc#" target="_blank">twigs & twirls </a><br />
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i'm so excited to start sharing photos from emma grace's party!<br />
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from the beginning, my purpose for the party was to have a thank-you-so-much-we-couldn't-have-survived-without-you-celebration for our friends and family. yes, we love EG and birthdays, but the only reason she made it to her first birthday was because we have such a fantastic support system.<br />
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so here is the first installment of our baby girl's celebration! :)<br />
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first off, my favorite part....the invitation!<br />
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i know most people are probably ok with a text or email invitations, but paper is my love language. i love printed photos, and handwritten notes, and snail mail, and most of all, invitations!<br />
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designing emma grace's party invitation was definitely the most fun, but emotionally involved, project i've worked on to date. i knew i wanted her party to be full of flowers and sunshine, and after finding some watering cans at ikea, i found my inspiration.<br />
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i filled the house with flowers and pictures, and more flowers and more pictures. <br />
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i'm officially obsessed with silk flowers. i know they don't smell the same, or look the same, but when you're planning a party on a budget, for a baby, they are the most wonderful thing. i found the garland at michaels, and the stem flowers at the dollar tree. besides being incredibly budget friendly, it allowed me to set up days in advance, saving me last minute morning of stress.<br />
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the downside to having a million photos of baby girl is that i have a million favorites of baby girl. when it came time to picking a few of my favorites, i printed a hundred. i found a pack of brightly colored yardstick and matted them the best i could. pretty sure they will be hanging on the walls of my dining room until her high school graduation. #babyshrine</div>
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oh, and balloons will always and forever be appearing at any event i plan for the rest of my life. or if it's a wednesday.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://www.sarahcarpenterphotos.com/" target="_blank">all photos by sarah carpenter.</a></span><br />
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it's time for a little game we like to call, "what is she thinking??"</div>
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emma grace is the smiliest, most expressive human on the planet. </div>
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i swear she smiles 1000 times a day. maybe more.</div>
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and every now and again, if you're lucky, she'll even flash her scrunchy-scowl face, which is equally fantastic. :)</div>
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we finished off the year 17 lbs strong, 25 inches tall.<br />
she loves blackbeans and blueberries.<br />
she's a crawling and climbing machine.<br />
still hates snoozing, but snuggles like a champ.<br />
she's working on her pageant wave and is an expert clapper.<br />
little miss independent loves feeding herself and always has crackers in each hand.<br />
she has 4 little toothies, the best snarley grin, and a giggle that makes my heart explode.<br />
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i'm not gonna lie,<br />
i'm kinda loving that she's so small.<br />
it makes it a little easier to pretend she's growing up.<br />
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<i>a little bit about the photo shoot:</i><br />
as i mentioned in the <a href="http://thechastainfamilyblog.blogspot.com/2015/07/a-lesson-in-unnecessary-traditions.html" target="_blank">cake smash post</a>, i really wanted to keep everything simple.<br />
we laid out one of the quilts my mama made for emma grace, prayed for sunshine, and baby girl did the rest. oh, and my new favorite decoration, balloons! the rag bunting is made from scraps left over from the quilt, which is also her <a href="http://thechastainfamilyblog.blogspot.com/2014/07/baby-girls-nursery_20.html" target="_blank">nursery fabric</a>.<br />
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<span style="color: #909bab; font-family: Arvo; font-size: xx-small;"><u>the deets:</u></span><br style="color: #909bab; font-family: Arvo; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px;" /><span style="color: #909bab; font-family: Arvo; font-size: xx-small;">one piece - baby gap (not listed online)</span><br style="color: #909bab; font-family: Arvo; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px;" /><span style="color: #909bab; font-family: Arvo; font-size: xx-small;">floral headband - <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/218742103/ivory-flower-crown?ref=shop_home_active_5" style="color: #09304e; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">little winter shop</a></span><br />
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<br style="color: #909bab; font-family: Arvo; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px;" /><span style="color: #909bab; font-family: Arvo; font-size: xx-small;">all photos by <a href="http://www.sarahcarpenterphotos.com/" style="color: #09304e; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">sarah carpenter photography. </a></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18189376449622470288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7112635033994116682.post-45510472017380413442015-07-07T22:25:00.001-05:002015-07-07T23:18:50.282-05:00a lesson in unnecessary traditions this mom thing is really opening my eyes to a new world of fun and unnecessary traditions. the cake smash has to be at the top of the list. it's for sure one of my favorite unnecessaries to date. :)<br />
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i tried to keep it simple. i found a few inspiration photos on pinterest and realized that simple is the way to go. plus, i didn't want to spend a lot of time and money on anything that was going to be covered in yogurt and couldn't be washed.<br />
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i'm not a health nut by any means, but i am trying to make wise-ish decisions about what foods to introduce to baby girl. i found <a href="http://www.hellobee.com/2013/04/29/diy-healthy-smash-cake/" target="_blank">this cake</a> and thought it would be a safe bet. the yogurt icing is amazing and i want to eat it by the gallon. while it's definitely not as amazing as my favorite cream cheese indulgence, it definitely hit the spot.</div>
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this cake definitely made me think i could give up sugar.<br />
at least until i made my next fro-yo run. oops.<br />
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and can i just say, i was expecting her floral headband to last about 2.5 seconds.<br />
but homegirl surprised me and kept it on for almost 7 minutes, which is basically an eternity!<br />
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if i was teaching a baby preparation course, i would definitely add "how to clean up your baby after they try and feed themselves anything" to the agenda. luckily, between dad and gran, they got the job done. and we only had to soak her in the tub for a few hours to dissolve the dried yogurt from all her nooks and crannies. #babyrollproblems #myfavoriteproblem<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">bloomers - <a href="https://www.jcrew.com/ca/baby/pantsandleggings/bloomers/PRD~A8360/A8360.jsp?Nbrd=J&Nloc=en_CA&Nrpp=48&Npge=1&Ntrm=bloomers&isSaleItem=true&color_name=DEEP%20NAVY&isFromSearch=true&isNewSearch=true&hash=row1" target="_blank">jcrew baby</a></span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">floral headband - <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/218742103/ivory-flower-crown?ref=shop_home_active_5" target="_blank">little winter shop</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">all photos by <a href="http://www.sarahcarpenterphotos.com/" target="_blank">sarah carpenter photography. </a></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18189376449622470288noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7112635033994116682.post-48344409873754470682015-06-04T21:05:00.000-05:002015-06-04T21:05:00.169-05:00nursing in style // the shirt dressshirt dresses are such a fantastic thing to have in your closet. they can be dressed up or down, and re-styled in so many ways just by changing your shoes, jewelry or adding a cardigan. <br />
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here are three different styles that are definitely closet staples: denim, bright, and black<br />
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a girlfriend pointed out that the only downside to full button down style is her sweet babe learned how to pop the buttons. #thingsonlyamamawouldthinkabout<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18189376449622470288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7112635033994116682.post-4375235343322896322015-05-16T08:02:00.000-05:002015-05-16T08:02:59.861-05:00emma grace // a ten month updateoh sweet baby girl,<br />
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you're first little teeth made their appearance in a big way this month. i never knew a gummy, toothy grin could be so cute!<br />
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you're such a wiggle worm. gone are the days where you stay anywhere for longer than one second.<br />
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you're starting to scoot a bit, and i have a feeling, you're going to be a crawling machine any day now. i love watching your determination as you scoot over to grab your toys, or the little eeleaf that blew in from the back yard.<br />
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you're such the social butterfly. you love going to walks and riding in the grocery cart. you've got a lot to say and can't wait to tell everyone you see.<br />
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you're my favorite baby girl. always and forever!<br />
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i'm not sure if it's a good thing or a bad thing, but i have a strong love for polka dots. i try to keep my addiction as "mature" as possible. i avoid lime green <strike style="font-style: italic;">sometimes</strike> and try and pair them with other items that won't embarrass bub-hub, or my children in the future. :)</div>
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why this works // this is a wrap style shirt, the pattern and peplum make it a little more fun than your standard wrap shirt. this style makes it really easy to maneuver without having to lift up your entire shirt. and of course, my favorite nursing tanks, always and forever. and the stretchy shorts. winner winner. </div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arvo;">j-crew factory // <a href="https://factory.jcrew.com/womens-clothing/shorts/solid/PRDOVR~C2107/C2107.jsp" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">sheer pink jacquard shorts</a>, polka dot wrap shirt (from a past season)</span><br style="font-family: Arvo; line-height: 16px;" /><span style="font-family: Arvo;">target // <a href="http://www.target.com/p/women-s-nursing-cotton-cami-gilligan-o-malley/-/A-13793418" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">white nursing tank</a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">bohemian market // <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/220820329/tiny-18k-gold-plated-teardrop-necklace?ref=shop_home_active_11" target="_blank">necklace, similar here</a></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18189376449622470288noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7112635033994116682.post-61252388987433339622015-04-15T23:03:00.000-05:002015-04-15T23:03:56.837-05:00tassels and elastic waist bands // nursing in style introducing: <i>the outfit i'm going to be wearing anytime i need to look put together this summer. </i><br />
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honestly though, this entire outfit is so comfy, i'd wear it even when i'm staying in.<br />
<i>ehhhhh,,,maybe,,,but yoga pants are pretty unbeatable. </i><br />
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i know i've said it before, but i can't get enough of these elastic waist band shorts. i love being able to look cute while still getting my fro-yo fix. these shorts are from j-crew factory and come in poppy (dark-red-pink-ish) and black as well. i'm hoping to add those to my collection. :)<br />
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i'm also obsessed with this tassel necklace. sweet brittany is the most stylish mama i know, and I'm just obsessed with her little shop! it's so light weight, i can wear it all day and forget it's there. it's also a built in entertainment piece. <i>#winnerwinner</i> who ever thought that would be on my list of jewelry criteria?<br />
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oh, and fabulous sandals are a must. these vintage beauties were inherited from my sweet nana. i'm incredibly thankful to have had a nana with fabulous taste. that inheritance may or may not have also included a large collection of colorful keds. #tswifthasnothingonnana<br />
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why this works // these shorts provide a flattering tailored fit while still being comfortable. they also allow for "wiggle-room", which is perfect for mamas who are feeling a little less-than-confident with their new post-baby-bodies.<br />
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(un)fortunately, i wore out and stretched out my sandals last summer when i was pregs, so this year, i'm on the hunt for a few new pairs. any suggestions for must haves?<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">logs & lace // <a href="https://www.facebook.com/LogsnLace?fref=ts" target="_blank">white and gray tassel necklace </a></span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">j-crew factory // <a href="https://factory.jcrew.com/womens-clothing/shirts_tops/washed_shirts/PRDOVR~32043/32043.jsp" target="_blank">chambray button down</a>, <a href="https://factory.jcrew.com/womens-clothing/shorts/solid/PRDOVR~C2107/C2107.jsp" target="_blank">sheer pink jacquard shorts </a></span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">target // <a href="http://www.target.com/p/women-s-nursing-cotton-cami-gilligan-o-malley/-/A-13793418" target="_blank">white nursing tank</a></span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18189376449622470288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7112635033994116682.post-64168824483122849142015-04-11T23:26:00.001-05:002015-04-11T23:26:56.371-05:00emma grace // a nine month update<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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dear sweet baby girl,<br />
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oh how i wish i could freeze time. each and every day is so much more fun than then last.<br />
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you give the sweetest and slobberiest kisses. you're reaching out for your people and trying to climb up mamas legs. i never knew a little leg hug could melt my heart so fast.<br />
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you're loving sweet potatoes, squash, black beans, bananas and avocados. you're a big fan of puffs and i can't confirm it, but i'm pretty sure you have a little contest going to see how many you can get in your mouth at one time. so far, the record sits at 5.<br />
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we welcomed our first two teeth! it was a little rough, but you handled it like a champ! <br />
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you also discovered that your cute little cough brings attention. it's pretty hilarious to see you fake cough and then follow up with a giggle. it's amazing what you can get away with when you're a teeny-tiny-cutie-patootie.<br />
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you've discovered your toesies. when you're laying down, in your carseat, or sitting in your stroller, you're always making a grab for your toes. <br />
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you're a little roley-poley. one morning, the monitor woke me up at 3 am to find you rolling around, grabbing your toes, playing with your toys and having a little party in your crib. it took all of my self control to let you play on your own and not run into your room to join in on the fun. <br />
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you're the sweetest, snuggliest, smiliest baby there ever was. and i'm so glad i get to call you mine.<br />
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love always,<br />
your mamaAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18189376449622470288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7112635033994116682.post-67788677361664797082015-04-08T21:11:00.000-05:002015-04-08T21:11:47.260-05:00lilac is the new black // nursing in style<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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j-crew factory (yes, the outlet!) toothpick jeans are my go to because i have midget legs, and they are the only jeans i can buy at ankle length without having to hem. #honestandlazy they look great with a shirt, tunics, or dressed up with heels. when your budget is stretched and your fun-money-funds are a little scarce, it's important to find key pieces that fit well and make you feel fantastic in all scenarios. </div>
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<b>why this works</b> // button downs are an obvious go to for nursing, but the flat front is super slimming and flows well. these camisoles are lined, which is fantastic for avoiding extra layers in warm weather. you could also pair with shorts and sandals or tucked into a maxi!<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">jcrew factory // <a href="https://factory.jcrew.com/womens-clothing/shirts_tops/sleeveless/PRDOVR~B9530/B9530.jsp?color_name=soft-wisteria" target="_blank">camisole</a>, jeans <a href="https://factory.jcrew.com/womens-clothing/pants/denim/PRDOVR~70934/70934.jsp?color_name=classic-rinse" target="_blank">(similar)</a>, <a href="https://factory.jcrew.com/womens-clothing/sweaters/cardigans/PRDOVR~14041/14041.jsp?color_name=white" target="_blank">cardigan</a></span><br />
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what do you think mamas?Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18189376449622470288noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7112635033994116682.post-32273434967242253662015-04-07T00:11:00.000-05:002015-04-07T00:11:10.884-05:00easter blessings from our little family<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
our first easter as a family of three was lovely. it was simple and sweet. a little break from the chaos of a busy season. we were able to attend church with our families, laugh, play games, and just enjoy a day together. </div>
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oh, and we didn't get a family photo. but let's be honest, these snaps of EG are way better. :) </div>
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incase you were wondering what sunshine looked like in baby form, she is it. </div>
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each and every morning, i wake up thank the Lord for the gift of this beautiful baby girl. the Lord knew exactly what he was doing when he placed her in our lives. and oh how glad i am that he knows best. </div>
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i am so thankful for a loving Savior, who came and lived a perfect life, died and rose again to save my sweet family. in the last year, i've developed a new appreciation and perspective for what sacrificial love really means. in my relationship with bub-hub, with our families, and especially for our baby girl. </div>
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this world is so full of evil and trouble and fear and anxiety, but knowing that we serve a sovereign Lord who protects us and provides for us is more than enough. he is all the hope we need. </div>
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oh, and my photography assistant, a.k.a. pops, stole few kisses. perks of the job i suppose.<br />
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<i>Christ is Risen. He is Risen indeed.</i><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">smock dress // borrowed but <a href="http://www.smockedauctions.com/baby/geometric-pink-smocked-dress-white.html" target="_blank">similar here</a></span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">ivory floral crown // <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/218742103/ivory-flower-crown?ref=shop_home_active_7" target="_blank">little winter shop</a></span><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18189376449622470288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7112635033994116682.post-28824842476537492832015-04-03T06:00:00.000-05:002015-04-03T06:00:05.362-05:00our little family easter basket<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
this is my first easter as a mama, so i made an executive decision that EG needed an easter basket. i'm fully aware that the likelihood of EG remembering her first easter is incredibly slim, so i'm considering this a practice round. next year, i'll know (<i>theoretically</i>) where to go, when to buy, when to craft, all those critical easter basket insider secrets. </div>
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after spending way too much time on the basket aisle, i landed on this one. simple and sweet. target had a great selection of every style of easter basket imaginable, but i decided to pass on the bright pink bunny face this year. </div>
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bub-hub is a pretty good sport when it comes to my holiday antics, but i knew he would die if i got him a whole basket on his own, so this year, i decided on a family basket! :) </div>
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here is what i, <i>i mean the easter bunny,</i> was able to cram in the basket:<br />
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<b><u>for the bub-hub</u></b><br />
goldfish<br />
gummy bunnies<br />
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<b><u>for the baby girl</u></b><br />
bunny ears<br />
a floppy sunhat<br />
stuffed ducky<br />
fluffy bunny tail<br />
pink bubbles<br />
rubber bunny ducky<br />
lady bug bib<br />
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<u><b>for me</b></u><br />
starburst jelly beans. which may or may not have been gone within the hour.<br />
and let's just be honest. the bunny ears and fluffy tail are really for me.<br />
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<span style="text-align: left;">this time, i've paired it with a a fun pleated ruffle tank. in texas, the weather swings from chilly to smoldering hot in the matter of hours, so when i wear this, i keep a cardigan with me and then toss it in my diaper bag once i start sweating. pardon my pasty-arms everyone.</span></div>
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why this works // this shirt has buttons down the front and is loose fitting. it's comfortable and flattering and like i said before, it can easily be layered with a sweater or worn alone, making it easy to maneuver under your nursing cover. depending on your preference, you can tuck it in, or leave it out for a more casual feel. </div>
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today, i'm excited to share another easter tutorial. these fluffy bunny tails are perfect last minute additions to easter baskets, bunny costumes, or maybe even your easter brunch table setting! </div>
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first, cut a rectangular piece of felt, about 1/2 inch x 1 inch for each pom. place the piece of felt between the prongs of the alligator clip. i used hot glue to attach the clip to the pom, mostly because it dries quickly and i'm impatient, but if you prefer a different type of adhesive, i'm sure that would work just fine!</div>
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spring has arrived, and we are taking advantage of every second of tolerable temperatures we can before they disappear into summer. last week, we took a trip to klyde warren park downtown for story time!</div>
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the librarian that runs the baby story time is perfect at her job. when you see her, you know that you're in the right place. she's so engaging and the babies love her, and by her, i mean all the rattles and fun goodies that make noise and fit perfectly in their mouths. oh, and she brought bubbles. best day ever!</div>
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after story time, we were able to snag pops away for lunch at <a href="http://savor-relish.com/savor/" target="_blank">savor</a>! #anyexcuseforyummylunch<br />
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i think babies should make more appearances downtown. EG was a hit. i'm not sure if it was her bright pink romper, her bunny bow, or simply the fact that she's the cutest baby girl there ever was, but she was bringing a lot of smiles to the stressed and overworked professionals during their lunch meetings. #you'rewelcome #smilesarefree<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">bunny bow tutorial // <a href="http://thechastainfamilyblog.blogspot.com/2015/03/a-bunny-for-my-babe-felt-headband-diy.html" target="_blank">our little family diy</a></span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18189376449622470288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7112635033994116682.post-52796126388240891372015-03-27T22:58:00.002-05:002015-03-27T22:58:37.584-05:00nursing in style // spring time and mama-jorts<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
it's spring here in texas, which means, it's 80 degrees. the first few weeks of warm weather is always a little awkward for me. going from layers and sweaters and leggings and boots to shorts and sandals overnight is the best way to realize you're lacking in the vitamin D department. <i>time for backyard playdates asap. </i></div>
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i'm a big fan of these 4 inch inseam shorts from j-crew factory. they are the perfect length for my little midget legs, but i don't think they look like mom-jorts...and if they do, please don't tell me. <br />
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why this works // this cream shirt is really loose fitting and has stretch to it, which makes it comfortable and really easy to move in. i layered it with a nursing tank (gilligan & o'malley always wins), comfy shorts and fun sandals. layers are key to helping make your "normal" clothes function as nursing friendly ones. oh, and did you know bangles also double as teethers? <i>#prettyandpractical-ish.</i><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18189376449622470288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7112635033994116682.post-77547085397807744622015-03-26T08:00:00.000-05:002015-03-26T08:00:08.386-05:00nursing in style // caramel and denim <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
my mom calls me the cardigan queen. cool right? #youknowyouwanttobemyfriend</div>
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i found this caramel colored open faced sweater at target. it's super cozy and neutral which means it can be worn with practically anything. i layered it with a tank here, but it would also look great with button down, or even a t-shirts or v-neck. </div>
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as far as tanks go, i'm obsessed with the gilligan & o'malley nursing tanks. 5 days post-partem, my mother-in-law asked if i needed anything from target, and i said, "yes! a few more nursing tanks please!" because i had a baby with acid reflux and laundry wasn't exactly at the top of my priority list. the gilligan & o'malley nursing tanks are my favorite because they look normal, they fit well, and they, let's be real...they wash well. :) </div>
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also, let's be honest, i'm barely out of my maternity jeans. after wearing stretchy yoga-maternity-jeans for 7 months, it's pretty ridiculous to expect anyone to squeeze into anything that buttons.<br />
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why this works // nursing tanks are always a winning choice, but i think the sweater and fun shoes make it look like any other cami. i think shoes are the best way to add something fun to your outfit, and the baby can't take that away from you! :)<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">earrings // kendra scott</span><br />
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oh, if you're not into DIYs but still want to snag your little one some easter headgear, check out one of these super adorable etsy shops!<br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/194453399/easter-hairbow-bunny-hairbow-pink?ref=sr_gallery_6&ga_search_query=bunny+bows&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery" target="_blank">gloria miller's creations</a><br />
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