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May 6, 2025

Gifts for the Mom in Your Life

Needing a gift for mom, grandma, a mom friend, sister, or yourself? I have you covered. Mother’s Day is a sweet reminder that we are seen, loved, special, coveted and valued. A special something, big or small, budget friendly or extravagant, unique or needed, is part of the fun in searching for the right gift. Sharing my top picks for the Mom in your life.

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Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged: accessories, amber interiors, Bloomingdales, bondi boost, candle sticks, cluth, framebridge, gift guide, haircare, hat, home decor, in kind magazine, juliska, marysia, minnow swim, mother, motherhood, mothers day, nordstrom, picture frames, placemats, poolside, sephora, spring time, summer, tuckernuck, violette_fr

January 7, 2025

It’s a New Year

Not quite sure how to explain it, but I haven’t felt the sudden shift of a new year like I have in years past (2023 and 2024 posts). It’s not a bad thing, I actually think it’s rather a calm way to enter a new year. I feel ready, the same, content, all while being excited for whats next in 2025.

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Filed Under: Living Tagged: creative coach, family life, home parent, lifestyle blogger, mom life, motherhood, new beginnings, new year, refresh, stay at home mom, valerie zk

December 11, 2024

The Round Up: Read, Follow & Do

So many books to read, so little time; so many accounts to follow, so overwhelming; so many holiday activities, so exhausted. This Round Up has my top book picks, my fave useful accounts to follow, and what I’m doing to stay in tune with this season of rest, giving and thanks.

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Filed Under: Living Tagged: audible, books, Dr. Mary Claire, holiday season, influencers, instagram, kristin hannah, lifestyle blog, mom life, motherhood, reading, stay at home mom, the round up, the women: a novel

September 16, 2024

Fall Ready with J.Crew

I shared my latest outfit crush last week. This silky skirt and cashmere top. When I think of seasonal dressing, I always think, J.Crew. I’m a lover of their classics, enjoy an updated take on basics, and I love the versatility of their pieces. When in doubt, go with what you love and trust. Sharing Fall styles that are a must.

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Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged: classic fit, classic style, fall fashion, fall style, fashion, jcrew, mom style, motherhood, over 40 fashion, silk skirt, style

August 23, 2024

Wrapping Up Our Slow Summer

I’m so thankful for this all in slow Summer and the easy going planning of filling our days with errands, movies, baseball, lots of relaxing at home, swimming and some getaways. There is something so wonderful about getting up and not having to race around to get out the door. These slow days may be numbered, but until then we’ll be wrapping up Summer with that same carefree ease.

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Filed Under: Family, Living Tagged: back-to-school, children, family and friends, kids, kids activities, lifestyle, motherhood, stay at home mom, summer, summer activities, summer break, vacation

May 3, 2024

Mother’s Day Gifts

Show Mom some love with these thoughtful and useful Mother’s Day gifts. From home, to the outdoors, to little luxuries and vacation essentials.

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Filed Under: Gift Guides, Motherhood Tagged: desserts, gardening, gift guide, gifting, gifts, giving, jewelry, kilte, larroude, minnow swim, mother, motherhood, mothers day, notebook, pave diamons, picnic, presents, sandals, Serena and lilly, shoes, smythson, tennis, tote bag, vase, water bottle

April 30, 2024

Why Mother’s Day Hits Different This Year

With Mother’s Day right around the corner, I’ve been thinking about the past year and life as a mother of two. I made the decision to pause my career and be a home parent, truly altering my normal. This significant day hits a little different this year, but in the best way.

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Filed Under: Living, Motherhood Tagged: career break, career pause, children, family, family life, health and wellness, marriage, maternity, maternity leave, mom, mom to be, mother, mother untitled, motherhood, mothers day, new mom, postpartum, pregnancy, stay at home mom

January 29, 2024

One Year with Vivienne

One year with our darling Vivienne! Every day with her has been so deeply cherished. I remember so vividly being pregnant, eager to get through each doctor’s visit, each week and every month. Finally sharing the news and finally getting ready for our little girl. The past year has been a roller coaster of happiness, uncertainty, excitement, hope and growth.

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Filed Under: Baby, Family, Little Ones, Living, Motherhood Tagged: baby, c-section, children, family, first birthday, first year, ivf, motherhood, new mom, newborn, one year old, pregnancy, siblings

July 20, 2023

For the Love of Summer

I find joy in each season, as they each have a special something that excites me. The change in the air, the change of colors and the special holidays that each season brings. Summer ushers in a childlike carefree feeling, a time to venture outdoors, wear all the colors and live outside of the usual day-to-day routine.

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Filed Under: Living Tagged: amazon, credo, Jenny kane, kids activities, krewe, minnow swim, motherhood, net-a-porter, nordstroms, summer, summer accessories, summer essentials, summer style, summertime, supergoop, target

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