EASTER FAVORITES | FOR THE LITTLES

EASTER FAVORITES | FOR THE LITTLES

March 28, 2019

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It's officially Spring which means more sunny days, spring break, and Easter! The kids are spending spring break with their grandparents again while we take a little trip for M's birthday, so I'm getting a head-start on filling the kid's easter baskets. I have a few favorite classics that I always pop into their baskets but I thought I'd share some other fun ideas today.

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OUR GREEN MASTER BEDROOM

OUR GREEN MASTER BEDROOM

March 27, 2019

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This is our bright master bedroom! The past few years I've been a little obsessed with using green in design - our master bedroom first, then our guest room, and a few fun touches in some client work I've done. The main inspiration for our bedroom came from this pin. The moment I saw those green walls, I knew it was our color. I didn't know the exact color but I found what I thought was the closest match and went with it. I am THE worst when it comes to painting swatches - I usually go on a whim and it usually works for me. This time? It worked!

It took me a few years before the green walls to figure out the direction I wanted to go in. Like the rest of our house, the furniture has clean lines and there's lots of black and white with natural pops. 

The color is pretty bright but the room is large and gets lots of light so it's really soothing versus being overwhelming. It's just as cozy at night, too!

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THIS WEEK'S DINNERS

THIS WEEK'S DINNERS

March 25, 2019

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We got our guy back so it's back to some real meals. I'm kind of excited because one can only eat so much mac and cheese and pizza! 

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THE SUNDAY EDITION, 16

THE SUNDAY EDITION, 16

March 24, 2019

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Happy Sunday! It's finally Spring and I think the cooler weather we've been having here in the south is on it's way out. The kids ask for scooter rides every evening and our counting down the days until the pool opens back up.

We've got spring break around the corner too and I'm excited!

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FAVORITE PLANTERS + BASKETS

FAVORITE PLANTERS + BASKETS

March 19, 2019

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I'll be the first to admit - I have a black thumb! I can keep kids alive but plants? Eh. 

I still love them though! I love the pop of green and color plants bring to a space. They clean + purify the air around you. And, they bring a dose of life to a space. They last longer than flowers too! Which is a bonus, even though fresh flowers are my jam. 

We added a couple mid-sized plants to our home and I am obsessed. So far, they are thriving! So, I thought I'd do a round-up of my favorite planters. 

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THIS WEEK'S DINNERS

THIS WEEK'S DINNERS

March 18, 2019

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I'm parenting solo this week while M is away on a work trip. Which means, super easy kid-friendly meals! 

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THE SUNDAY EDITION, 15

THE SUNDAY EDITION, 15

March 17, 2019

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Happy St. Patrick's Day! 

I'm curious - does the leprechaun make a mess in your home and leave lots of treats? Growing up, we just wore green on this day. Making leprechaun messes + traps is a thing now though! And while I am all for celebrating the mess out of our lives and having fun, I literally just couldn't get there with leprechaun traps and purposely made messes. So, I find the middle ground the best I can. The leprechaun dyes our milk green and leaves the kids some chocolate gold coins. We wear green and make a fun treat and I call it good enough. 

But, I do love seeing how others celebrate! So, tell me - do you go all out or are you more of a middle-ground mama too? Either way, I hope you have a green + happy Sunday! 

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NICO DOES SOCCER

NICO DOES SOCCER

March 15, 2019

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The soccer season here started this month and Nico is old enough to play this year. We told him a few weeks before the season started and he was so excited to "meet his soccer friends!" This kid has the biggest heart and every kid he knows is his friend. 

We started practice last weekend and it's safe to stay he loves it. He actually walked off the field after practice this week and said "that was epic!". I haven't touched much on the subject of his speech issues but he's been in therapy for awhile and to hear words like "epic" come from his mouth in situations where it totally makes sense is mind-boggling in the best way.

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OUR BACKYARD MAKEOVER, PART 1

OUR BACKYARD MAKEOVER, PART 1

March 14, 2019

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We have made some major progress on our backyard! When I say this has been years in the making, I mean YEARS. We've been in our current house for close to 7 years and our backyard has never been what we want. But, we're changing that!

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THIS WEEK'S DINNERS

THIS WEEK'S DINNERS

March 11, 2019

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This month has been busier than ever - the kids both have a lot going on between school, therapy, after-school activities. We're trying to get our backyard makeover done too! So, easy meals are especially needed lately!

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THE SUNDAY EDITION, 14

THE SUNDAY EDITION, 14

March 10, 2019

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Happy Sunday! 

This weekend has been sunny and full! It was one of those rare weekends when Lia actually had quite a bit of homework/school projects to work on so that filled up most of our time. But, we did squeeze in a fun Girl Scout outing to an Indian pow-wow, Nico's first soccer practice, and some serious progress on our backyard makeover! 

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ON THE WATER

ON THE WATER

March 8, 2019

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A few weeks ago we took the kids on a boat ride so we could show their abuela a little more of where we live and try to spot a few dolphins! We love where we live - the locals, the river, the vibe, it's become the place we want to raise our babes. 

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THIS WEEK'S DINNERS

THIS WEEK'S DINNERS

March 4, 2019

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I'm getting back into the swing of meal planning! Do you meal plan? I love having a plan so I'm not scrambling at 4 PM after school pick-up and buying ALL the snacks in the store when both kids are on the verge of hangry status.

pasta salad | black pepper chicken 

But, I don't love being "stuck" to a plan.

What works best for us is planning out meals for Monday through Friday and then winging it on the weekends. Sometimes we make meals that we didn't end up making during the week when grabbing a pizza happened. Other times, we hit the store as a family and pick up something.

It gives us enough structure to work for us!

I'm trying my hand at planning in a few lunches for the first time too! Send me your tried and true, quick + easy, lunch time favorites! 

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THE SUNDAY EDITION, 13

THE SUNDAY EDITION, 13

March 3, 2019

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Happy Sunday, friends!

This weekend is all for catching up on laundry, grocery shopping, and girl scouts! And, when I find some down time I'm either binge-watching American Housewife or reading I'm Fine and Neither Are You. I am loving both!

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WHAT I'M LOVING RIGHT NOW

WHAT I'M LOVING RIGHT NOW

March 1, 2019

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I can be a creature of habit and when I find something that I love, I tend to stick with it for awhile! It really makes me happy to have a few trusted, favorite items + brands on hand and around our home to fuel inspiration and all the feel-good vibes that we can get! 

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