Well hello. Sorry for the lack of posting, but between life and turning the big 3-0 we’ve been busy over here. J and I headed off to Chicago Friday morning for a long weekend in the windy city. And windy it was. The weather was not quite ideal (cloudy, windy, and 55 degrees), but that didn’t stop us from bundling up and making the best of it. We stayed at the Intercontinental Chicago right on Michigan Ave. I’ve stayed at here before and you can’t beat the location. It tends to be on the pricer side, but many people report that they have gotten this hotel on Hotwire so you may take…
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Thirty
When I was 16 I definitely remember thinking 30 was SO old. I’ve never been one to shy away from the thought of getting older and now that I’m here it seems less like old lady status and more like maturity mixed with I can’t possibly be 30. My 20’s brought the biggest life changes thus far-marriage, babies, house buying, graduating college and graduate school, big girl jobs, moving, and so much more. I hope my thirties are jam packed with just as much as good stuff as my twenties and much fewer hangovers (I’m looking at you 21). Cheers to thirty! via via via Linking up with Annie for Thoughts of…
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Jack’s 2nd Birthday
I’m back tracking a little bit, but I don’t want to forget to document this important life moment. Jack turned two on June 21st and we threw an Olaf themed bash. He’s still obsessed btw and I think that just may have to be his Halloween costume. I ordered the invitations on ETSY from Once Upon Adorable and I love how they turned out. Our new neighborhood has a fantastic clubhouse and pool but since we just moved into our new neighborhood, we decided to have the party at our house so family could see the new abode. The move also meant that I kept the food and decorations simple and ordered…
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A Very “Avenger” 6th Birthday
Ben’s birthday fell on a Thursday this year so we celebrated by eating lunch with him at school and cupcakes for his class. That night he got to pick where he wanted to eat and he had a tough time choosing between his favorite pizza place and Olive Garden, but the OG won out in the end. After dinner he opened his presents from us. He was so excited about the Lego mini figures and could care less about his new bike and helmet. I mean, look at this face. He reluctantly shared his new Legos with his brother. It lasted about 30 seconds. Due to poor planning on my…
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Happy 6th Birthday to Our 1st Baby
How did this happen? I can’t believe we have a 6 year old. I say this most years, but 6 just seems so big. Happy Happy birthday little guy! You are as funny as you are wild, and despite being all boy, you have a kind, tender heart. You love to learn and ask questions and you are an amazing artist and drawer. You have quickly become your brother’s best friend and you are fiercely protective. We love you so so much and can’t wait to watch you grow this year. xoxo, Mom & Dad