Evie’s faves:
clapping
eating everything (even his first taste of venison!)
pinching
not sitting still during diaper change time
C O N N E C T
F A C E B O O K
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C H E C K
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S E A R C H
Nine months
It’s sold
WE SOLD OUR CONDO! I am still in shock that is sold so quickly, but glad because keeping the place clean with our roaming little guy was getting tougher by the day.
That being said, I am now in panic mode because our closing date is in a month from yesterday. Yes, October 7. And guess what? We don’t have a house to move to yet. Ha ha. So fun.
I know my prayer to St. Joseph helped us sell our place and I’m sure the few hundred prayers I will be saying over the next 30 days will help us end up where we are meant to be.
Happy Monday!
Mo’s fall fest
In honor of my little sister’s birthday today, she has been recruited to list her fall obsessions. (Just like last year.) Break it down Aunt Mo.
YOU GUYS. I’M BACK. Round two of my Fall Faves. I know you were all waiting for it.
Last year was all about PSL, cozy sweaters & new pairs of boots. While I’m sure those things won’t be in short supply this year, my focus has turned to the most important thing in my life – family. I’ll have a new niece to add to the crew (CAN’T WAIT!), my favorite little man, Ev, will hopefully start walking soon & I’m sure Sidney will keep us all in stitches from the stories she tells.
While I enjoy the greatness that is FALL with my family, here’s what I’ll be wearing & rocking out to:
FASHION: A few items that have caught my eye.
1.Who says you have to be going back to school to rock a backpack?
2. Pretty sure I’d live in this.
3. Channeling my inner witchy woman.
BEAUTY: While summer calls for sun-kissed skin and minimal makeup, I’m excited for bold brows and lipstick.
1. I have way too many lip products but one more won’t hurt, right?
2. Time to branch out from the brown & black staples.
3. All the beauty Youtubers rave about it so I think I’ll give it a try.
MUSIC: I’m serious about my jams.
1. Ed Sheeran: I’ve followed his rise to fame and just saw him in concert for the 2nd time with my brother-in-law, Jim. If you’ve been living under a rock and haven’t heard ‘The A-Team’ or ‘Sing’, I recommend checking out my personal favorite, ‘Thinking Out Loud’.
2. Hozier: With an album release slated for sometime this September, you’ll have to settle for listening to the EPs for now. Start out with ‘Take Me to Church’ and ‘Like Real People Do’.
3. Brandi Carlile: I was introduced to her a couple years ago by my best friend, Emily (thanks Em!). I have to warn you, her voice will hit you like a ton of bricks – lots of feelings. Some of my favorites are: ‘That Wasn’t Me’, ‘My Song’, and ‘100’.
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Tagged ASOS, Benefit, Brandi Carlile, Ed Sheeren, fall favorites, Hozier, Loft, Ulta, Urban Decay
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Labor free weekend
This past weekend signaled the end of another summer. Our first as a family of three. Lots of happenings in our hood these days, so thought I would share a few with you.
[ev was prepared for game day – thanks auntie Marissa]
[last trip to the pool this season]
[pulling out all the stops – thanks Adrianne!]
[it’s definitely starting to feel like casserole season and this did not disappoint]
And then there’s this…
Gasp
Yes, that was an audible gasp. Which is exactly what I did whilst chatting with my local Starbucks barista this past weekend when she informed me that they would no longer be serving their delectable pumpkin scones during the fall months.
I am still in denial. No more moist, all-spicy goodness that I allow as a breakfast food even though it’s closer to a dessert? No, my Sbux wouldn’t do that to me.
But, if this is indeed the case, I need to have a back-up plan in place in the form of a homemade version. After doing a quick Google search, I realized local food blogger, Kristin of Iowa Girl Eats, has a clone recipe on her site. Perfect!
[can’t wait to try this recipe out!]
In the mood for a little early pumpkin treat? Starbucks is releasing its’ Pumpkin Spice Latte for customers who have done a little leg work. After decoding the clues and figuring out the secret code via The Real PSL site, you can put #PSL back on the menu at your local Starbys today.
[she’s ready: my sis sent me this pic just this morning]
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Tagged Iowa Girl Eats, Pumpkin Scone, Pumpkin Spice Latte, Starbucks
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Obsessed: back to school
A lot of kids headed back to the hallways today. And while Everett isn’t anywhere near going to school (thank goodness), it’s still hard walking the aisles of Target. The giddy school girl part of me wants to pick up a pack of Crayola markers and a few glue sticks. And maybe a new backpack while I’m at it.
In lieu of coming home with sacks full of items I don’t need, I’ve decided to share a few things I would purchase for myself if I was heading back to the classroom.
Colorful pens: The Signo has been my go-to pen for quite a while, and this multi-hued set is perfect for all that note taking.
Personalized agenda: I first found out about these agendas a couple of years ago, and haven’t looked back. My favorite part (besides the monogram, obvi) is that the color combos are endless!
A cool lunch box: Practical and not a cartoon character in sight. Just my type.
Custom Nike shoes: Stand out from the crowd with a pair of new kicks no one else will have. Pricey, but personalized.
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Tagged back to school, May Designs, Nike, Obe, obsessed, Uniball Signo
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Pinkalicious
Not sure if I’ve shared this on here yet, but I’m going to be an auntie again!
My sis, Marissa, is expecting another bundle of joy in a little over a month and I can’t wait to meet HER! Yep, it’s another girl. Evie is sure outnumbered. Just yesterday we were laughing as we spied him waving around his cousin’s frilly fairy wand, casting spells in the corner.
The new little lady is going to be coming home to quite the darling nursery thanks to her Aunt Nini. Big sister, Sidney, is obsessed with all things rosy-hued right now and was pretty specific on how her baby sister’s nursery should look – pink, pink and more pink.
So I’ve created some artwork for the walls above the crib and painted polka-dot wooden letters to match her curtains. Bring on Baby Bryan #2!
[of course when Sid saw her sister’s letters she wanted hers painted pink as well]
Listed
Our condo officially went on the market today.
It is exciting, terrifying, stressful and wonderful all at the same time. Looking for a new home plus trying to keep your current one spotless while raising a roaming eight month old should be pretty interesting…
We have decided to just use one bathroom in the entire house (there are 4!) so as to keep the cleaning down. I don’t think I’ve seen our place this spotless since we first moved in. Amazing what you can accomplish by taking a half day off without your child around.
We have loved our first place together, but it is time for us to move on. Stay tuned.
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Eight months
Evie’s faves:
trying new foods – most recently, chicken and pasta
grandma’s homemade washcloths
snuggling with mommy in the morning
Curious George
Fairly fun
Our trip to the fair was definitely different this year. I managed to sneak a peek at the miniature houses, scarf down a corn dog and try out this year’s fruity fair square. That was about it.
It was wall-to-wall people on Saturday afternoon and getting around with a stroller and a toddler in tow made it quite difficult.
[had to go with the footlong]
[a family that wears camo hats together, stays together]
But we did get a front row seat at the Governor’s Charity Steer Show which was definitely worth it. The money raised from this annual event in its 31st year is donated to the Ronald McDonald Houses of Iowa.
Evie got a little antsy mid-show, but for the most part enjoyed the state fair in all of its glory!
Tomorrow's To Dos 