“Let’s sing and dance sand have a parade, Join us to celebrate Barrett’s first birthday!” Joy and celebrating are not on hold even during this cautious time, so I have relished planning Baby Barrett’s first birthday over the last few weeks. It has been so nice having a major family milestone and positive occasion to… Read More
“Peace is the beauty of life. It is sunshine. It is the smile of a child, the love of a mother, the joy of a father, the togetherness of a family“ A silver lining during this stay at home time is spending every moment of the last few weeks with baby Barrett before she turns… Read More
Easter is on its way, and we are preparing to spend it at home with our little family like so many others. I’ve been excited having a holiday to plan and look forward to with the girls during these uncertain days. To make things more festive, I found some pink and white gingham chargers and… Read More
“The power in finding beauty in the humblest things makes home happy and life lovely.” – Louisa May Alcott During this uncertain time as we all adjust to a new normal, virtual school, and upended routines, I find myself looking through the lens of my little lovelies to appreciate the simple joys and beauty in… Read More
“There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea” -Henry James Today a dream came true…taking my Little Lovely to her first afternoon tea. As part of our special mommy and Eloise day in Charleston, we had reservations for tea at Camellia’s at our hotel,… Read More
“Keep your face toward the sunshine and you cannot see a shadow”- Helen Keller It feels like it’s been raining for weeks on end, so the bright sunshine today was very welcomed, especially if you’re a mommy like me who has used up all creative crafts and indoor projects. Sunshine plus the start of the… Read More
“In every job that must be done there is an element of fun” -Mary Poppins After a long week of parenting, we look forward to a coveted date night and some adult conversation. The first step is always securing a sitter for the girls, and this week, we had our first experience using the Wyndy… Read More
“We have our own style down here in the South. Yes, even for our babies…for special occasions (all holidays, Sunday mornings at church, SEC games, picture day at school, or anytime grandma is visiting), southerners step it up a notch with a Southern style that is truly unique.” – Jenny Bradley for Southern Living, May 2017 I… Read More
“The true way to live is to enjoy every moment as it passes, and surely it is in the everyday things where the beauty lies-” Laura Ingalls Wilder One of my New Year’s resolutions is to live in the moment more, which is a tall order for the planner in me but so important in… Read More
“But the one little duck with the feather on her back, she lead the others with a quack quack quack…” All of the ducks from Duck Duck Goose are waddling down Devine Street this week to their new location of 2800 for the grand reopening this Friday, January 17! The new, expanded space will allow… Read More