1-Fave Listen: The Sweetheart Album, released this week. Famous love songs covered by Beck, Phosphorescent, Head and the Heart, Fiona Apple, Vampire Weekend and more. (“Tomorrow is a Long Time” by Phosphorescent=play, repeat, repeat, repeat)
2-Fave Instagram: My happy girl in the clouds. Bonus: Sparkly kitty shirt.
3-Fave Link: Loved this article about letting kids feel uncertain and anxious sometimes. It’s important for their emotional growth.
4-Fave Read: Tsh Oxenreider’s book, Notes from a Blue Bike, released this week, and it’s really challenging me to take a deeper look at our family’s habits and goals. “Like so many in our generation of thirtysomething parents,” Tsh says, “we spoke of a slower, more intentional life, but we expected it to just happen.” I’m highlighting and dog-earring her practical advice backed up with research and beautifully told personal stories. This book is like a deep tissue massage for both the brain and heart.
5-Fave Travel Story: Puppy Blanket #2 made his way across the country and arrived to a very happy girl. Got this photo of Eliza last night with news that his arrival was met with happy tears. Made us all smile here.
6-Fave Pretty Thing: My friend Kara designs gorgeous blouses. I own several, and they fit perfectly and look good with everything from skinny jeans to pencil skirts. Cooper & Ella just debuted their spring collection, and it’s amazing.
Also, it took becoming a mom to truly realize all that my mom did for us growing up. Looking back, I realize I owe her several thank yous. I’m over at BabyZone this week with 10 Thank You Notes to my Mama.
That sounds like a good album Kelle,especially with Valentines Day approaching. And I’m so glad the cuddly puppy dog arrived safely,you have made that young girl very happy….big high five to you and Lainey x
Great article on Maria Shriver’s page about kids – thank you. I’m over here practically in laughable tears because our Mom “locked us” outside on occasion & I so appreciate it. We were in & out, in & out, in & out…she finally said, ‘get out & stay out’. After I got over it, we had the best time out there EVER! I don’t care if someone takes this the wrong way – it was SO good for us. Thank you for mentioning the same thing. And Bless my Mom’s heart too – she made me that same cabbage patch kid so I wouldn’t be “left out” of the craze. I was upset too, because it wasn’t “real”, BUT, oh the love she put into it…makes me tear up right here. (And, I thought I was the only one who got a “fake” doll. Thanks so much for sharing.) Have a great weekend.
Tejas love,
Melissa
The day my first child was born I knew I had a lot to thank my Mom for..and I get reminded daily
I’m reading Tsh’s book right now too! It’s a game changer and was released right when the husband and I were already talking about leading a more purposeful life. And that blouse is gorgeous. I’m pretty sure this busty nursing rack I’m sporting right now would render it a little too Playboy bunny : (
Happy weekend to you and your’s!
That is the BEST thank you list to your mama. I hope my children can feel that way about their mama one day too. xo
Love the gorgeous blouse 🙂 It’s the perfect color of blue !!! Happy Saturday 🙂
Love that you could help that sweet little girl AND got to teach Lainey about giving at the same time!
I thought you’d love this story.
http://mweb.cbssports.com/ncaab/eye-on-college-basketball/24437063/watch-high-schooler-with-down-syndrome-scores-four-3s-to-close-out-game
Happy Sunday!!
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Kelle….
I love your Instagram picture of Lainey!! She looks like an angel with the fluffy white clouds serving as her “wings”!! 😉
“Fave Travel Story: Puppy Blanket #2 made his way across the country and arrived to a very happy girl. Got this photo of Eliza last night with news that his arrival was met with happy tears. Made us all smile here.”. Oh I am so glad!! ;-D
–Raelyn
I loved the article and really needed to read it. It’s hard letting our kids struggle, but I know it’s good for them. LOVE the picture of Lainey in the clouds. Precious!