Two!

Tuesday, Fiona turned two!  I have no idea how she got that old, but she is the sweetest, most lovable, silly girl I know.  My mom came up with the idea to take a yearly picture of her on her birthday and since we always have red wheat grass growing around this time for Easter, we added the words to it to help document the year. I absolutely love these pictures.  

I'll share more from her painting birthday party with her friends soon.  

Happy birthday, my sweet girl, we love you so much! 

Fourth of July: Family Style

The Fouth of July is probably my favorite holiday. I love everything about it, the heat, the adorable clothes, the red white and blue food, the cookouts, the fireworks!! The list goes on!  Our July forth plans are up in the air right now, but whatever we end up doing I hope we will at least get to see some fireworks.  I think Fiona would seriously enjoy them if we are far enough away.

Last fourth of July was a huge day in Fiona's life.  She laughed for the time and rolled from her back to her front.  I can't wait for this year!

Here is a pic of us last July fourth, crazy how much has changed in a year! 

I have rounded up some of the cutest Americana apparel for the littles.  I absolutely love the stars and stripes dress! 

<>USA Shirt<>Stripe Dress<>Sparkle Shirt<>Boat Neck Shirt<>Girls Flag Tank<>

<>Red, White, and Cute onesie<>Sandles<>Star Shades<>Flag Dress<>

If you are looking for some Mama Americana style, check out The rage boutique.  And more specifically, this Wristlet, and this Shirt. All sorts of heart eyes! What are some of your favorites?  Hope you have a fabulous hump day!

Baby Style: Bubble Rompers

There is just something about little chubby legs waddling around in rompers.  I think they are THE cutest little girl apparel.  They are so summery and fit those Buddha bellies so nicely.  I have been waiting and waiting for that plaid romper to come back in Fiona's size at Old Navy, but I'm starting to think it will be sold out for good.  It would be the perfect outfit for our trip up to the Highland Games in Grandfather mountain in July.  I snagged the fireworks romper for Memorial day, but never took a picture.  That is also great for the Fourth of July!   

<>Plaid Bubble Romper<> Teal Romper<>Fireworks Romper<>Chambray Romper<>

For some absolutely beautiful and unique rompers and dresses for little girls, check out Brass Razoo Kids.  I want one of everything in both Fi AND my size! Her summer collection and website launch Friday and I can't wait to see the collection in full.  

Baby Style: Memorial Day Part 2

It feels like summer is in full swing here with a couple days this week in the upper 80's and even one day in the 90's! As promised- here is my round up of my favorite little boy clothes for Memorial Day.  And ya'll- Old Navy is on point with their Americana apparel this year.  I cannot get over that Home of the Brave shirt.  I'm contemplating getting that for Fiona, and those plaid shorts would be so adorable on a little boy.

<>White USA Tee<> Home of the Brave Tee<>American Mickey Tee<> Plaid Shorts<>

<>Canvas Flag Shoes<>Flag Flips<>

Here is the link for Little girl's Memorial Day Style

And Swim Suits for girls and Little Boys. 

Oh! And Old Navy is having a little sale today on baby and toddler clothes with the Code COOL!

Hope you are having a great Wednesday! 

Baby Style: Memorial Day Part 1

I'm not sure if I have mentioned this before, but my husband was in the Marine Corps when we met and first started dating.  He will be the first to tell you that Memorial Day isn't just about the cookouts, parties and beer.  Also, that it isn't Veteran's day.  It is a day specifically set aside to remember those who died protecting our freedom.  One thing we both want to instill in our children as they grow is a respect for the Americans who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. 

Last year, we went as a family to a memorial service held in downtown Raleigh with one of Scott's Marine buddies.  It was actually a beautiful ceremony, and really brought home the true meaning of Memorial Day.  

 

So whether your attending a Memorial day cookout or Memorial service,  nothing says American pride more than Red, White and Blue.  Those colors have been one of my favorite color combos for a long time.  Here are some of my favorite Red, White and Blue clothing for the little girls.  

<>Red Eyelet Dress<>Chambray Dress<>Red Espadrille Sandals<>Jelly Sandals<>Sailboat<><>Tank<>Lace Trim Shorts<>Stars and Stripes Shorts<>


That Red Eyelet dress is probably my favorite. It just screams summer! And those shorts with the lace? I have a pair already for me and I can't wait to match my little girlfriend as soon as its warm enough! And last but not least, how many of you had Jellies! I remember I rocked those things as a little girl and actually squealed when I saw them for sale!

Here is a picture of our little American girl at the service last year.



I could just eat her up! Next week I'll round up my favorite little fellas Memorial Day styles. Happy Hump Day! 

Our weekend

We just got back from a wonderful weekend at the coast with some friends.  We played, relaxed, grilled out and enjoyed ourselves so much we didn't want to leave! I feel like I'm always thinking this age/stage that Fiona is at is my favorite, but this age/stage that Fiona is at IS. MY. FAVORITE! She had a blast building castles, making her Momma as sandy as possible (sigh....) and hanging out with her betrothed.  We got the cutest video of Fiona and her boyfriend giggling and playing together.

 The difference between the Mommas and the Daddys. 

We did a little impromptu photo sesh after dinner.  These two are just too much!  

Ya'll, that's love right there.  You don't just share your Paci with anybody. 

Until next time Sunset Beach, you are still my favorite.

Baby Style: Beach Cover-ups!

As promised, here are some of my favorite beach cover ups for the beach babes and favorite beach suits and rash guards for the beach bums. 

<> Pom Pom Cover up<>Striped Cover up<>Pink Zip Up<>Hearts<>

<>Blue Sun Hat<>Straw Sun Hat<>

Sunnies<>Surfer Dog<>Multi Stripe Trunk<>Beach Bum<>Hibiscus Trunks<>Water shoes<>

We are officially two months away from Summer! Let the countdown begin!! 

Baby Style: Swim Suits!

We have had some glorious 75 plus degree days here.  There is nothing like some warm weather to get you in the mood for a dip in the ocean or pool.  We will be heading down to our family's beach house in a couple of weeks for my 30th birthday, (sigh....). I'm trying to keep my mind off the fact that the dirty thirty is staring me down, so I have been on the lookout for some bathing suits for the little.  Now Fiona is as fair as they come and I have to keep that beautiful baby skin protected and I KNOW she will not sit there under an umbrella. I have already snatched up that little stripped rash guard for the beach trip.  Next on the agenda- Cover-ups! 

<>Sun Glasses<> Polka Dot Suit<> Fringe Suit<>Fedora<>Striped Rash Guard<>Multi-Colored Suit<>Striped Flips<>

I can't get over those tortoise shell glasses and fedora.  I absolutely love sunnies on babies.  And that little coral suit with the fringe? Just stop! What are your favorites?

Here is a little throwback to Fiona's first dip in the ocean.   Her smug little smile cracks me up! 

Baby Style: Easter Dresses

One of my favorite memories growing up is picking out a new Easter dress. I always loved the flowery pastel colors. I was always a very frilly little girl, so picking out those beautiful fluffy dresses was always a highlight for me.  

Last year at this time, we were just trying to make it through another day with a newborn that Easter snuck up on me and I hadn't picked out a dress for Fiona.  This year however, is another story! Girlfriend already has two that I'm completely obsessed with.  I snatched up the Raglan Flower Dress and the Eyelet dress a couple of weeks ago.  I probably got them a little early, but I was desperately needing some Spring time happiness in my life at that point in winter.  I'm planning to save the white Eyelet dress for pictures at the beach this summer, so I bought it a little big.  Here are some of my favorite Spring/Easter dresses this year for little girls. What are some of your favorites?

<>Raglan Flower Dress<> Poplin Striped Easter Dress<>Yellow Striped Easter Dress<>

<>Square Neck Eyelet Dress<>

The other day we had this glorious 80 degree weather. I tried to take advantage of it to take some Easter picture for the grandparents. Unfortunately, this was the best one I got because Fiona wanted to play with the signs more than smile for the camera. Hopefully we will have another warm day to try again.

Baby Style: Valentines Day

With Valentines day less than 2 weeks away, I have been searching around for some cute outfits for Fiona to wear on her first Valentine's day.  Here are a few of my favorite Valentine's inspired clothes.

Pink and Gold Heart Booties<>Color Block Heart Sweater Dress<>Heart Confetti Top and leggings
First Valentine's Day Bib