Y'all... My heart is so, so heavy today. It is October 30: two days away from Brittany Maynard's scheduled "death with dignity." I don't know why she has affected me so much: maybe it is that we are the same age. Perhaps it is the love that she has for her husband, or the admiration she holds for her mother. I don't know why her choice to end her life has devastated me in the deepest way Continue Reading
Oh hey, Friday! Five reasons to shop The Littlest Nest (Review and giveaway)
Oh, hey Friday! Little Bear, my husband, and I are gearing up for a weekend of fun and football in our house. This really is the best time of year! Things have been a bit heavy here on the blog this week; my attempts at discussing the issue of racism as well as my remembrance of 9/11, have become two posts that were the most taxing to publish. I need a post that is just for fun, so this is my Continue Reading
What I’m loving Wednesday: It must be in the jeans…
At twenty weeks pregnant, Steven and I found out that we were having a boy.I sincerely prayed for a boy; I was SO excited to find out we would be expecting a bundle filled with snips and snails and puppy dog tails. Then it hit me: a small ripple of sadness that I would not be able to shop for baby girl clothes. Let's be honest, the hair bows and the dresses and the cute little jeggings Continue Reading
What I’m Lovin’ Wednesdays: Beachin’
It is almost swimsuit season.This year, I'm sporting a new accessory: la linea negra. A Dios Mio.Despite my personal insecurities, I am SO excited about seeing my little one play in the sand and check out the waves for the first time. We have three beach trips lined up already for this year and I couldn't be more thrilled for our family and terrified to...get into a swim suit.Still, I Continue Reading