tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62634591924956554962024-02-21T18:15:15.943-08:00A Joyful MelodyLauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.comBlogger48125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-73927478735023740762014-11-09T18:29:00.002-08:002014-11-09T18:29:15.771-08:00I've Moved!To say that the past year has been a whirlwind would be an understatement. Our sweet Sadie girl is already almost 10 months old, our Jacob boy turned 5, and…drumroll, please…I finally launched my own wedding planning company, <a href="http://www.laurennilesevents.com/" target="_blank">Lauren Niles Events</a>! A Joyful Melody has been such an incredible space for me and I'm so grateful for every reader, every Pin and every share. Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart. I hope that you will continue to follow all of my inspiration and life thoughts on my <a href="http://www.blog.laurennilesevents.com/" target="_blank">LNE blog.</a> Hope to see you there!<br />
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<br />Lauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-47562838879703664462014-03-17T08:45:00.002-07:002014-03-17T08:55:41.655-07:00Newborn Essentials | Items I LoveDuring my first pregnancy, I was all about the gear. Swings, bouncers, walkers, every kind of large, bulky item there was, I was sure that this item would transform parenthood for me and make it easy, breezy. With the exception of the pack and play and J's swing, there weren't many things that made life easier on an every day basis. This time around, I did some research before purchasing and/or registering. Our menu of gear looked a lot different.<br />
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So, here are the items I have LOVED so far. Some were gifted and some we bought ourselves, but all are <b><i>SO helpful</i></b> and <i><b>SO necessary</b></i>.<br />
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<b>THE WOOMBIE:</b></div>
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This thing is a-flippin-mazing. If I could choose just one item I literally could not broach motherhood without, this would be it. We brought ours to the hospital and had ordered another for backup before our stay was over. I like the Woombie Air since it's ventilated and eases my mind on overheating. I tried the competitors when Jacob was first born and none worked like this. Plus, the fabric allows for a <b><i>safe, easy swaddle</i></b> that doesn't constrict baby's hips or arms to the point of developmental damage. The hype around this thing is no joke. It's ESSENTIAL!!</div>
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<b>DAYDREAMER:</b></div>
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Ok, so I don't use this thing all day, every day. I use it for one very important thing...<b><i>showering</i></b>. I put this in my bathroom, strap her in, and I can get a solid 15 minute shower, at minimum. It's also great for carrying from floor to floor or room to room when I'm trying to get things done. She doesn't nap in it, like the product is suggested for, but she lounges like nobody's business in this thing.</div>
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Again, the hype is there for a reason. <i><b>They're large, breathable and soft.</b></i> They're perfect for laying down on the floor for tummy time or just a light blanket around the house. We use these more than any other blanket we own.</div>
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If you're going to wear baby, this is the way to do it. The fabric is amazing, the colors and patterns are great (I have the coral, but am dying for the stripes), and she is <i><b>so cozy and secure</b></i> when I'm wearing her in this! I like this wrap better than a ring sling because I know she's not going anywhere when I have this on. Her<b><i> head is secure</i></b>, she feels <i><b>incredibly snug</b></i> and she doesn't even move when I have to bend over to pick something up. If this is your 2nd+ baby, this thing is <i><b>a necessity for getting anything done around the house. And who doesn't love feeling their baby so close all day long? It's literally the best thing in the world.</b></i></div>
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With Jacob, I failed miserably at keeping up a baby book or scrapbooking. I was gifted this little book at my sprinkle and writing in it has been one of the best parts of my day since Sadie was born. I love that there's <b><i>enough room to write a little about each of my babies</i></b>, and <i><b>it's easy to remember </b></i>since I keep it bedside. Also, each page is a different day with 5 entries per day, so it's meant to be looked back on as a 5 year comparison. I know next year, as I write that day's memory, looking back at the year before will be just as special as commemorating the present. The gold foil lettering on the cover doesn't hurt either ;)</div>
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My girl is a puker. All day, every day, I'm pretty much covered in spit up. It's an attractive look, really. So, burp cloths are a hot commodity in this household. These gerber flannel burp cloths are <i><b>thick, absorb well and actually last all day</b></i>, unlike most of the other burp cloths we have. Unfortunately, we only have four. I really need to go buy some more...</div>
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Because how cute is she?! She squeeks when you squeeze her and Sadie thinks she's fun to stare at. Soon, she'll be grabbing and then she'll be knawing. I can already see that <i><b>this little toy is going to be a favorite.</b></i></div>
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I had this one with Jacob and it still follows us through the house with Sadie. It <b><i>makes nursing comfortable</i></b> and is also great for propping her up in on the floor while I dry my hair or put away clothes. If you're nursing, there's no way of getting around it. You need this.</div>
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With Jacob, we went for cheap. And then we had to get another one by the time he was a year, at which point we upped our game just a little. But, by the time he was ready to potty train, that thing was still pretty smelly and ready to be thrown out. This time, I did some research and decided to try the Ubbi (If i's good enough for Tori Spelling, it's good enough for me ;) ). Since it's steel, it <i><b>doesn't absorb odors like plastic</b></i>, which is obviously pro #1. It <b><i>has an air sealing knob that keeps all the odors in</i></b>, takes <b><i>any kind of trash bag</i></b> and has a <b><i>clean, amazing design</i></b> in a selection of gorgeous colors.</div>
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<br />Lauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-54600109301815861212014-02-27T06:42:00.001-08:002014-02-27T06:42:31.354-08:00Welcome to the World, Sweet Girl | Sadie's C-Section Birth Story<b>She's here! </b> If you follow me on Instagram (@mrslniles), you know that she arrived a short six weeks ago. So while I've been absent from the blogosphere, I've been cuddling this <i>beautiful</i> girl, watching her grow like crazy, rocking her for endless hours, and, of course, working on settling into being a mama of two littles. Whoever said two isn't that different than one was either lying or just trying to make me feel better about the impending life change! It's <i>a constant balancing act</i>, but I am<b> in love </b>with being able to take a step away from the computer and outside responsibilities to just spend every hour of the day<i> cuddling with my kiddos</i>, getting to know them both better and finding ways to have fun together in this season of mostly staying inside. It's included lots of book reading, construction paper with some watercolors and kid scissors, and, unfortunately TV time for Jacob while I tend to Sadie (still working on that one).<br />
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So, what to say about this sweet girl of mine?<br />
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AH, she is just the <b><i>MOST</i></b> <i>precious</i>!!! She has dimples like me and hands like her daddy. She has a little patch of hair on the top of her head like my sister, Tori, did when she was little. She has a cute little birthmark on her side and blue eyes that are getting lighter with every passing day. Staring at her tiny face while cuddling her close is at <i>the top of my list</i> of favorite things to do. ever.<br />
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And her big brother? He is so, so helpful, patient and caring with her. He's gentle and loves to sing "Hush, Little Sadie" to her whenever she cries. He pats her head and says, "Who's a little giraffe?". I'm not sure where he got that one from, but it's the sweetest. He really is doing so well with her. <b>Such a great big brother.</b><br />
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<u><i><b>And now for a birth story.</b></i></u><br />
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As I've mentioned in previous posts, I had been hoping for a VBAC, trying everything from Red Raspberry tea leaf to hours on the birthing ball and pedicures galore to speed things along. Unlike a first time birth, they typically won't let VBAC patients go too far past their due date, unless the patient feels like fighting their doctor a bit over it, which isn't so much my style. I had to fight a little bit to go as long as I did. I was over fighting. So, when at 39 weeks and 6 days, I still wasn't dilated, effaced or dropped (I never did with Jacob either) and looking at an 8lb baby, I was faced with the decision to get a c-section the next morning (a Friday) or wait a couple days past my due date to Monday (the latest my Dr. agreed to let me go). At this point, it was between having a csection and having an extra 3 days with my hubby to help me recover or waiting it out a few days and not having as much time with Pete home for help should I have to have a csection on Monday, which was very likely, considering all of my stats. <br />
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So, we did the most natural thing and checked out which notable people had birthdays on the 17th vs. the 20th. The 17th was packed with epic people like Michelle Obama, Jim Carey and Betty White. The 20th had one random I can't even remember. January 17th it was!<br />
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Since we only had a few hours between my late afternoon appointment and getting to the hospital by 5:30am for check in, it was super hectic around here, getting things lined up for Jacob, finishing up some house cleaning and putting the bassinet back together. My cousin, Jon, came over and stayed the night so Jacob could stay at our house before being picked up the next morning by my aunt, who would then deliver him to my mom after she was done at the hospital with us. It was quite a timeline!! Oh, and I cried quite a few times before we went to bed that night, <b>fighting bittersweet feelings</b> as we tucked him into bed for the last time as an only child. Gosh, I was <i>so emotional.</i> If only I had really known how much he would love her and accept her, I would have been more excited for him than a little sad. It sounds crazy, but I think every second time mom has a moment of feeling a little sad for their first borns' time of total attention being over. But, I just said a little prayer and rested in knowing that, in the long run, he would love having a sister to share his childhood with.<br />
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<i>**This next part includes details of surgical procedures that may gross some out. Only proceed if you like to read birth stories.</i><br />
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After we checked into the hospital, we were taken back to the pre-op room and Pete and I nervously joked around a bit and answered the bajillion questions posed by the nurse. I got an IV in the most awkward spot that bugged me until they took it out 48 hours later and faced the dreaded catheter. Gross, I know, but seriously- if you want to know anything about a c-section, getting a catheter in pre-op before your spinal is the very worst part about the entire thing. And then, it was time for Pete to go scrub in and for me to be moved into the OR. I hated this part last time and I hated it this time. It's the worst part of the whole thing (I group this with the catheter because it's all kind of interrelated). It's cold, you're half naked in front of at least a dozen people, super uncomfortable from everything you're hooked up to that you have to pretty much carry in yourself and without a hand to hold while you get the spinal since the hubs isn't allowed in yet (I will say the anticipation is way worse than the actual thing itself). Then, they move you to the operating table with half numb legs and they put up the curtain (thank God), so you can pretend like you're not exposed to a dozen peeps. Finally, you get warm and lose sensation of that dreaded catheter as the meds do what they're supposed to do.<br />
After all of that, Pete was brought in and I relaxed a bit. <br />
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They began the surgery and <i><b><u>Sadie Elizabeth was born at 8:18am, 8lbs1oz, 20.5" long on January 17, 2014. </u></b></i> I cried and Pete went over to take pictures to bring back to show me as they weighed her and got her warm. She looked EXACTLY like Jacob with less hair and I cried some more as I waited for them to finish so I could finally meet our daughter. Pete was with her, so the anesthesiologist kindly wiped a few of my tears away. I think that's part of their job description.<br />
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I finally met her and she was just beautiful. That moment together, the three of us, is a memory I'll always hold close. Thank God for the nurse who grabbed our camera and took a few shots. It seemed like only moments later that I was in post op, getting some good, quality skin on skin time.<br />
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And, the rest is sweet history. Our girl is now six weeks old and <b>I couldn't imagine our little family without her. </b><br />
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Here are some photos of Sadie's birth, mostly taken by Peter, with a couple taken by the nurse and couple by me.<br />
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<br />Lauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-88776534073270887702014-01-08T08:02:00.003-08:002014-01-08T08:02:44.645-08:00Nursery Reveal: Sadie's Feminine and Colorful SpaceI'm so, so excited to finally share these photos with you of Sadie's room! Putting her nursery together was <i>a process</i>. Since I'm <b>never</b> the gal to just go pick out a bedding or furniture set, it <b>took some time</b> <b>to curate each individual piece</b>. While there are (of course!) pieces that I'd still like to add, I'm <i><b>so happy</b></i> with the<i><b> creative</b></i> feel of the space, balanced by a <i><b>vintage femininity</b></i> that's just <i><b>a little whimsical</b></i>. By using gold as a neutral, I made the <b><i>colorful</i></b> palette feel a little more <i><b>sophisticated</b></i>.<br />
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My biggest challenge with this space was <b>balance</b>. I found this AMAZING green vintage dresser from a local spot, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ShopRenewdMD" target="_blank">RENEW'D</a>. They refinished this mid century dresser with a kelly green paint and it was ACTUALLY love at first sight, <i>perfect amount of storage</i> and <i>perfect width</i> to double as a changing table. I had to have it and I had to rework the <a href="http://www.ajoyfulmelody.blogspot.com/2013/08/our-baby-girls-nursery-design.html" target="_blank">original nursery design</a> around it. So, inspired by that nursery design and the <a href="http://www.ajoyfulmelody.blogspot.com/2013/07/baby-girl-nursery-style.html" target="_blank">whimsical space</a> I had initially considered, I set out to<i> curate an eclectic mix</i> of pieces to bring everything together.<br />
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My favorite pieces in the space are definitely <b>the dresser</b> and <b>the rug</b>. I had to change my <a href="https://www.luluandgeorgia.com/viola-rug" target="_blank">initial rug</a> plan since it had been on backorder for FOREVER and it was potentially not going to be restocked until January..<i>.obviously</i>, too late. So, I found <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/home-rugs/26503755.jsp" target="_blank">this rug</a> from anthro and was <b>kind of obsessed</b>. I love the neutral background that balances the colorful foreground. If you've read my blog at all, you probably know I'm obsessed with all things Anthro, so <i>it wasn't a hard sell</i>.<br />
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<b>Here's the tour. </b> <i>I hope you enjoy!</i> </div>
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PS. This little photo shoot convinced me I really need to invest in a new lens. The small space was very difficult to get wide angle shots in, so please excuse the pieced together photography :)<br />
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<b><i>Thanks for checking out Sadie's room!! </i></b> I CANNOT wait to rock her sweet little self to sleep in her pretty nursery!</div>
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<b>PS. PROPS TO THE HUBBY FOR THE PAINTING AND FAUX PANELING!!!!! </b> (and for putting up with my multiple paint color changes and listening to my complaining about the expense of wallpaper :) )</div>
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<br />Lauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-86453395687011107922014-01-03T05:33:00.004-08:002014-01-03T05:33:52.311-08:00Life LatelyWhere do I begin with the past few weeks?! Pete and I had a couple of fab dates, including <i>a little spa getaway</i>, in preparation for the <b>madness</b> that could ensue any day now with the arrival of our little lady Sadie! We <i>prepped for Christmas</i>, used Pete's vaca time to its max potential by <i>finishing up some final projects around the house</i> and in the nursery, had <i>a magical Christmas</i>, a wonderfully <i>mellow New Year's Eve</i>, and <i>all managed to get sick</i> in just three weeks!<br />
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I feel like my emotions have been <b>all over the place</b> as my due date gets closer. I'm exhausted, but <i>restlessly preparing</i>, <i>feeling guilty</i> about another baby's arrival encroaching on my first baby, Jacob's, time, and, yet, completely and uncontrollably, <i>excitedly anticipating</i> Sadie's grand entrance into our world. I know these emotions will be even more all over the place once she gets here, so bear with me as my posts may feel a little like the <b>roller coaster</b> I'm on. I'm sounding crazy, right? I'll let you in on a secret. <b>Motherhood makes you that way.</b><br />
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<b><i>Here's a peek at what we've been up to during my little posting hiatus...</i></b><br />
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^^dinner at <a href="http://www.verdepizza.com/" target="_blank">Verde</a> before the John Mayer concert. It was our first time there and it really was great. I'm all about ambiance when I'm doing one of my favorite things...eating. This place has great food and ambiance. Definitely a must-go in Baltimore.</div>
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^^The only shot I got at the John Mayer concert. Sufficiently awkward.</div>
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^^The view from our room at the <a href="http://www.fourseasons.com/baltimore/" target="_blank">Four Seasons Baltimore</a>.</div>
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^^I seriously had the best pedicure of my life at the <a href="http://www.fourseasons.com/baltimore/" target="_blank">FS Baltimore Spa.</a> Also had an amazing couples massage, mani and facial. I've never been more relaxed in my life. Mission babymoon= smashing success.</div>
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^^Yay for finally getting Sadie's hospital bag all packed up! I'm hoping to get to a post shortly on exactly what's included. <a href="http://www.adenandanais.com/en-us/content/swaddles.aspx" target="_blank">Aden & Anais</a> swaddle blankets and a couple pretty <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/160104408/30-offboho-baby-headband-gold-vine?ref=shop_home_active" target="_blank">headbands</a> are "musts"!</div>
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^^My sweet Jacob boy and his equally adorable cousins before Christmas Eve service. They performed "Silent Night" in sign language as we all sang by candlelight, and it honestly was one of my top five proudest moments as a mom. Jacob, who was so crazily excited for Christmas and almost impossible to keep quiet during the sermon, got so serious and focused for his performance. He paused to politely smile and wave as we video'd on our phone and I think my heart will remember that feeling forever.</div>
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^^A glimpse of our Christmas card!! via <a href="http://www.shutterfly.com/" target="_blank">Shutterfly</a> Everything is more festive with a gold confetti graphic.</div>
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^^Kiss me at midnight! It's the New Year!!</div>
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^^ On our way to my grandmothers for New Year's dinner. In love with my new Anthro coat I got from the hubs for Christmas! It's sold out already, but you can find a similar coat <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/shopsale-coats/28109882.jsp?cm_sp=Grid-_-28109882-_-Regular_41" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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I hope you all had a<i><b> lovely, warm and memorable holiday season</b></i> and we wish you <i><b>the best year yet in 2014!</b></i></div>
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<br />Lauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-83855282880271994722013-12-16T07:10:00.000-08:002013-12-16T07:10:31.846-08:00Postpartum WishlistI know most people don't really look forward to recovery after giving birth. Having had a C-Section with Jacob, I KNOW how <i>painful, emotional</i> and <i>tiring</i> recovery can be. If you're a first time mom, here's a little clue...<br />
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We got <b>NO</b> sleep the first night (completely regretted leaving the hospital early) and wondered what in the world we had done, thinking we could be parents. I dreamed up <i>crazy hypotheticals,</i> like the house catching on fire from hand sanitizer (true story), and I <i>cried for hours</i> because I felt like my giving birth to him was actually a bad thing since he was obviously so much happier lodged in my uterus. That's the ugly, slightly depressing part.<br />
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...But, I also remember how <b>absolutely amazing</b> that time with the <b>new little family</b> can be- <i>no cleaning</i> or <i>going out</i>, just <i>cozying up inside</i>, <i>getting to know this new little</i> member of the family, <i>cuddling</i> in mommy and daddy's bed in the morning until breaking out the frozen quiche for brunch,<i> daytime naps</i> and trying to stay as comfortable as possible throughout the night. Is it totally weird that I really<b> CANNOT</b> wait for this time? My hubby will have a whole week off and I'll have my whole little family together! Sounds like <i><b>bliss</b></i> to me!<br />
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Now, <i>obviously</i>, the appropriate loungewear and accessories are needed for this little week of very tired relaxation. <b><i>Check out my picks...</i></b><br />
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How great is that <i>nightshirt for late night feedings</i>, that <i>record player for afternoon lounging</i> and that <i>robe for a.m. cuddling</i>?! I'm kind of <b>in love</b> with all of these items. Emotional as postpartum can be, a few little luxuries will go a long way. And, don't forget a few cozy <a href="http://www.target.com/p/gilligan-o-malley-reg-women-s-comfort-nursing-bra-assorted-colors-patterns/-/A-14001068#prodSlot=medium_1_1&term=nursing+bra" target="_blank">nursing bras </a>, <a href="http://www.barnesandnoble.com/p/home-gift-moms-one-line-a-day-a-five-year-memory-book/25966743" target="_blank">a little notebook</a> to jot down moments to remember from the first few days of your little's life, and a really, really great camera.</div>
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What items are you wishing for to help you get cozy through the postpartum period? ...besides the laundry list of <a href="http://www.fitpregnancy.com/parenting/postnatal-health/postpartum-care-kit-new-moms" target="_blank">boring, gross, practical stuff</a> that we won't go into here... ;)</div>
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<br />Lauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-39133549706422593062013-12-13T06:07:00.003-08:002013-12-13T06:26:07.915-08:00A Romantic, Garden Inspired Family Maternity ShootThey're finally hereeee!!! I'm so excited to share our maternity photos by <a href="http://landmhewitt.com/" target="_blank">L. Hewitt Photography.</a> I really wanted something soft and ethereal, that would capture the sweetness of pregnancy, while involving the entire family. I am so, so happy with the results!!<br />
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Check out more on my inspiration for the shoot in <a href="http://ajoyfulmelody.blogspot.com/2013/11/maternity-shoot.html" target="_blank">this post</a>...<br />
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<br />Lauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-57293661776080029022013-12-09T07:45:00.003-08:002013-12-09T07:45:47.960-08:00Parks, Acrobats and Pecan Pie<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
This year, we celebrated Thanksgiving with Pete's family in North Jersey. We had a really great time, <i>New York City by day </i>and l<i>istening to records by the fire in the evening</i>...while stuffing our faces with the <i>most amazing pecan pie</i>. I seriously could've eaten this pie for every meal. Jacob got some QT with the other kiddos in the family, lots of park time (including the "ice park"-his first time skating!!) and made some new memories with his grandfather, "Bob-bo", making breakfast almost every morning! Mixing the batter and cracking eggs is his favorite! I'm really happy that we got to have a few uninterrupted days with Pete's family where he grew up. Every visit gives me <b><i>something new to learn about him</i></b>. And,<b> we always leave swearing we'll move there within a year</b>...<i>we will see</i>!! :)</div>
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Check out a few pictures from the long weekend and hop over to my <a href="http://instagram.com/mrslniles" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for a few shots from <a href="http://bigapplecircus.org/" target="_blank">The Big Apple Circus</a> that we went to with "Papa Dan" and some more fam at Lincoln Center.</div>
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^^walking to the park around the corner</div>
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^^examining acorns was a popular attraction while making our way to the park</div>
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^^look at that face!</div>
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^^Pete, his little sister and his baby boy. So sweet.</div>
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^^typical.</div>
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^^those tomatoes didn't stand a chance.</div>
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^^evidently seven year old girls have just as much energy as four year old boys!! These kids are crazy.</div>
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^^seriously. how cute is this little guy?!</div>
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<i><b>How did you spend your Thanksgiving?</b></i></div>
Lauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-45641229495550887512013-11-22T06:34:00.001-08:002013-11-22T06:34:52.905-08:00COLOR CRUSH: Seeing RedI used to have this <i>huge aversion to red</i>. I'm not totally sure why. I think I saw it as <i>a little outdated</i> and <i>easily rustic</i>...which is pretty much the opposite of my personal taste. I didn't see how it could be <b>luxe</b> or <b>soft</b>. To me, it was just <i>bold</i> and <i>gaudy</i>, an <i>80's vision of tacky "lady in red" dreams</i>. <br />
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It wasn't until I started <b>combining it with analogous colors</b> like blush and plum that I started to fall in love with it. Suddenly, it was <b>romantic</b>, <b>a little risky</b> and just the <b>pop of personality</b> my subdued hues needed to be paired with.<br />
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You heard it here first. <b>I predict a shade of red,</b> whether it's berry, bordeaux or oxblood, has a really great shot at making it to the top of <b>Pantone's top colors of 2014</b>. <i><b>Here's a few pieces to buy to get ahead in the red race.</b></i><br />
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<br />Lauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-87968879632879146742013-11-17T19:22:00.004-08:002013-11-17T19:24:11.531-08:00Weekend Wear: 31 Weeks PregnantI have had such a hard time accepting that I'm basically<i> missing out on an entire season of fashion</i>! Maternity wear tends to stick with classic or basic styles, so it's hard to feel current in this fall season of style that I am loving!!! <b>Plaid, fun hats, booties, oversized sweaters in great patterns like fair isle, jeweled collars, amazing statement coats</b>- it's hard to keep up, especially considering <i>the expense</i> of getting all of those trends in your closet, only to have to be donated after the birth of your little one!!<br />
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So, my approach has been to i<b>nvest in accessories</b> that are on trend and<b> layering pieces</b> that I can wear past pregnancy. I'm <i>in LOVE</i> with my new felt hat with feather trim. I paired it with maternity denim, booties that I bought a few months ago via ASOS and this non maternity sweater that I purchased with the hat because it's basically the coziest thing I'v ever owned and will last me well past pregnancy. Worth the investment! And, for an extra layer of texture, I grabbed Pete's chambray since mine is officially too small! :(<br />
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I'm definitely drawn to <b>a more bohemian style</b> during pregnancy. It may not be the most slimming look with all of its layers and draping, but <b>it feels great</b>, so whatevs!! <i><b>Wear what you feel best in. </b></i><br />
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<b>How do you incorporate current trends into your maternity wardrobe?</b><br />
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Lauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-59077938108406041932013-11-15T06:09:00.000-08:002013-11-15T06:10:25.535-08:00Weekend Roundup<i><b>It's the weekend!!</b></i> I am so, so excited to have a cozy weekend with my family! I'm hoping for maybe <i>a bundled up walk around the neighborhood</i>, some <i>Christmas shopping</i> and to make some more headway in <i>organizing Sadie's room</i>. We have a baby shower tomorrow for my cousin who's expecting a little boy in January. I can't wait to ooh and ah over all the <i>adorable mini man gifts</i>! <br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Make <a href="http://aestheticoutburst.blogspot.com/2010/12/20-in-20-day-13.html" target="_blank">this</a></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Wear something cozy like <a href="http://www.fashionfreax.net/outfit/282544/winter-style" target="_blank">this</a></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Think on <a href="http://blessedlife21911.blogspot.com/2013/11/thankful-for-each-step.html" target="_blank">this</a> (read the post!)</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>xo, lauren</i></b></span></div>
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<br />Lauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-35265068722191630572013-11-14T12:21:00.001-08:002013-11-14T12:22:16.569-08:002013 Holiday Gift Guide For Her | Under $100!Ok, so most of these are on my wish list. Actually, most of my wish list consists of some <i>awesome <b>accessories</b></i> and <i><b>layering pieces,</b></i> since my usual list of clothes would be totally unnecessary, considering my midsection pregnancy girth. (How gross of a word is girth anyway?! haha. I have a weird thing about gross words. "Slacks" is also a gross word.)<br />
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But, <b>'tis the season to be jolly and giving and all that</b>, so I'm not holding out on all of you looking for items to add in your letter to Santa...or your <i>not so secret pin board</i> emailed to your man friend. AND, <b>they're all under $100!!</b> <i><b>Woo hoo!</b></i><br />
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<br />Lauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-18757949674172071182013-11-12T06:32:00.000-08:002013-11-12T07:32:28.246-08:00Sadie Style: Baby Girl Outfits for Every OccasionSo sorry I was absent last week! We started construction on our basement, I joined a committee at our Church and I have a side project going on, in addition to throwing a Christmas crafting party Friday night, I was out almost every day and <i>just couldn't muster the energy to blog</i>.<br />
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One thing that has consumed pretty much every moment of my online time is contemplating Sadie's wardrobe. I started <b>a little log of the pieces we have, by size,</b> and have begun to look for pieces that I think are needed to fill in. It is SO hard to know what to buy before baby comes, and, let's face it, <i>not purchasing clothes for her before she comes is <b>basically just not an option.</b> </i> <b>So, here's to hoping this little lady follows normal growth patterns! </b><br />
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I know everyone is all like, <i>"Oh, they just wear sleepers! It doesn't even matter!!".</i> <b>OH, SO FALSE. </b> Yes, I want her to be comfortable. ABSOLUTELY. But, leggings, a onesie, and a chambray are just as comfortable as a sleeper. So, it's become my mission to make sure she has <b>a realistic wardrobe that is ever fashionable</b>. DO YOU KNOW HOW HARD THIS IS TO DO ON A BUDGET?!?!?! Seriously. I'm surrounded by cheesy sleepers with <i>cupcakes </i>and <i>glitter </i>and sayings like, <i>"CATitude,"</i> followed by a little kitten graphic. <b style="font-style: italic;">Who comes up with this stuff? </b>Oh and the <i>"She doesn't need shoes until she walks!"</i> approach... If I had to go a year without shoes, it would be a very sad year. While I won't spend the $60 that I'd love to be able to spend on a pair of name brand moccasins, I think the $19.95 for the Minnetonkas below is worth it for some outfit completion.<br />
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I've found that the brands I love most are JCrew, Baby Gap, Tea Collection and Mini Boden. Filling her closet with these brands alone <i>is just not posssible. </i>Sorry, I can't spend $30 on a sleeper when I need 15 of them for a period of 3 months... I just can't do it. And, as much as I LOVE LOVE LOVE that oh so mini cashmere sweater, I think I would hyperventilate the first time she spit up on it. <i style="font-weight: bold;">I will not have Dry Clean Only pieces in the wardrobe of my 3 month old. </i><i>(I repeat this to myself every time I'm tempted to just add that little bit of caszh to my online cart...) </i>My approach is to carefully curate sleepers and basics from Carters, Old Navy and Osh Kosh, then fill in with full outfits from the brands I love ONLY when they're on sale. Luckily, Gap turns over new collections really frequently, so waiting for sales isn't too hard! JCrew, on the other hand, excludes their baby collection from all sales...WOMP. Thus, I've only gotten a couple of, what I consider to be, statement onesies and socks from them. Watch Zulily and Gilt.com for Tea Collection sales and Nordstrom for Mini Boden on sale.<br />
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You'll definitely be hearing more from me on this topic, but for now,<b> here are a few outfits I put together I'm kind of obsessed with. </b>I'm obviously drawn to shades of tangerine and peach...wait until you see her room!!!! :)<br />
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<br />Lauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-14493005498955863372013-11-01T07:05:00.001-07:002013-11-01T07:12:31.628-07:00Romantic Maternity Shoot InspirationTrying to find inspiration for our maternity shoot has been a challenge. I knew I wanted a super <i>soft</i>, <i>ethereal</i> vibe that felt <i>timeless</i> and <i>a bit editorial</i> without being over the top since <b>{obviously}</b> I wanted to include both Pete and Jacob. When searching for photos, I found that there were A LOT of pretty cheesy maternity shoots out there, that few well done shoots include families and that the look I was going for was <i>more found in wedding photography</i> or engagement shoots. <b>Shouldn't maternity photos be romantic too?! </b> Evidently, others don't feel the way I do... So, then I was going between the pseudo <b>European garden inspired</b>, ethereal shoot I envisioned<i> or</i> a super romantic <b>at home</b>, naturally gorgeous, <i>bring tears to your eyes kind of simply beautiful shoot.</i> I decided to go with the <b>garden inspired for maternity</b> and naturally beautiful <b>at home shoot for our newborn </b>shoot.<br />
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Anyway, I did find a few photos for inspiration and we'll be using these as the basis for our shoot with Leah from <a href="http://landmhewitt.com/" target="_blank">L. Hewitt Photography</a>. I'm <i>in love with her style</i> and<b> can't wait to make some photo magic</b> with her tomorrow morning at our shoot!<br />
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I hope you all had a great Halloween!! Jacob was so into it this year, he would barely let me take any pictures because he was running around and begging to eat all of his candy. This boy got a <i>HAUL</i> of candy. I guess I'll just have to help him out a little... ;) More to come next week on our Halloween!</div>
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<br />Lauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-73045485909912196962013-10-28T06:19:00.002-07:002013-10-28T06:23:15.334-07:00A Sprinkle for SadieLast weekend, my mom and aunt threw me the sweetest little <i><b>"sprinkle" for Sadie</b></i>. Attended by my closest family and friends, it was <b>an intimate brunch </b>with adorable, <i>girly details</i>, <i>delicious food</i> and lots of <i>little things for our girl</i>!! I was<i> so happy</i> to have the people I love most all in one room and <i>so appreciative</i> of all the gifts we received for Sadie girl!!<br />
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And the details!!! My mama and Aunt Debbie put so much work into making it perfect and it was every bit of perfection! Evidently I'm hard to throw a party for, ya know, being a party planner and all, but after seeing how they worked their magic with this little shin dig, I told them they should definitely team up as pros! <br />
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I so love how everyone is looking forward to meeting our Sadie! And, this is was <b>the perfect day </b>to<i> celebrate her future arrival</i>!<br />
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(and thank you to my Aunt Kimberly for taking quite a few of these! She did an awesome job!)<br />
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Lauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-46113252123466745092013-10-24T07:05:00.000-07:002013-10-24T07:07:27.659-07:00Sunday in the Park with...Jacob, The Four Year Old Ninja TurtleTo my dismay, my sweet little boy has fallen in love with nunchucks (how the heck are you supposed to spell that?) and defeating imaginary characters named Shredder. <i>I'm not entirely sure how this happened.</i> Somehow he saw it, we obviously didn't think it was too harmful, and then it became an obsession before we could stop it? I mean, this kid knows who the Power Rangers are already and has literally <i>never even seen an episode</i>. <b>THANKS</b>, world of media.<br />
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Anyway, my "I will not give into the mainstream" attitude came into play when Jacob insisted on a TMNT birthday party. So, since I knew it would make him happy, I agreed, but planned a party without employing the cheesy "official" TMNT branded paper plates, cups,<i> JUNK </i>that's all of a sudden everywhere. I guess they're making a comeback?<br />
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My feelings aside, this boy was a happy boy to play with his friends at the park on a brisk Sunday afternoon, drink "Sewer Water" and munch on foods slathered with green food dye. And that's all that matters. <br />
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Here are a few photos from the big day, my Jacob's fourth birthday!!<br />
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^^Cakes with fabric masks, marshmallow sticks dipped in sprinkles, "cowabunga" pizza (bagel bites) under the tin foil.</div>
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^^Plain vanilla yogurt, some food dye + fruit</div>
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^^Sprite+Green Food Dye</div>
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^^Jacob's favorite thing to do at the park: jump into the sand!!</div>
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^^Presley, Jacob's cousin and bestie, chowin' down on some funfetti birthday cake.</div>
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Lauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-9335732513963711032013-10-21T07:13:00.004-07:002013-10-21T07:13:54.754-07:00My Sweet Boy is FOUR!!<b><i>Where has the time gone?! </i></b> It's been four years since our Jacob came into our world and almost five since we found out we were expecting (<i>SURPRISE!!!</i>). It was the best surprise I've ever been blessed with. I was in love since the moment I laid eyes on him. The ladies at the hospital were scolding me, telling me to put him down and let him sleep somewhere other than on my chest, but I just <i>couldn't</i>. I loved the sweet way he smelled, the little faces he'd make, how warm he was...<b>everything</b>!! He was the absolute <b><i>sweetest.</i></b><br />
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And then he grew into the funniest little boy, full of personality and joy. He <b>LOVES</b> to make people laugh, make silly faces, play music, dance, play superheroes and, thankfully, he's still such a cuddle bug!!<br />
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Jacob, I'm so thankful to be your mommy. Daddy and I love you <i><b>more than words</b></i>. I know you continue to grow with that insatiable talent to <i>make people around you feel joy</i>, the <i>sweetness of spirit </i>you warm our hearts with, the <i>love of music</i> that I'm so happy we share and a love for the people you encounter every day that makes you a joy to be around. I pray that your love for people grows into a <i>desire to give and serve those around you</i>, your love of music develops into a <i>desire to show others Jesus through music</i>, that your tenacity of personality turns into <i>drive</i>, that your sweetness will help you to <i>walk in humility</i> and that you <i>never allow your joy to be taken away</i> by the everydayness of life as you grow older. Know that you make me laugh <i>every day</i>, make my heart more full <i>every day</i> and remind me <i>every day</i> of how <b>blessed </b>I am that God chose us to send you to. You are <b><i>precious</i></b> and I pray that I will <i>never take one moment with you for granted</i>. <i><b> I love you</b></i>!!! And your Daddy does too. Speaking of your Daddy,<b> be like him</b>- you share that insatiable joy and love to make people laugh. He gives to our family <i>so selflessly</i>. Never forget to <b>thank him</b> for that and <b>learn from it</b>. You have a great example of how to be a father in your daddy. One day, <i>a long, long, long time from now</i> you'll find that example to be extremely helpful in raising your own babies.</div>
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And, here's <i>a sneak peek</i> of Jacob's TMNT birthday party yesterday!! He had <b>so much fun</b> at our Sunday afternoon in the park with our family and friends. We're <b>so happy</b> they were there to <i><b>celebrate our boy with us</b></i>. More to come!</div>
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<br />Lauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-47656303098122528372013-10-14T07:28:00.002-07:002013-10-14T07:30:10.844-07:00Our Disney Experience!<b>We're back!!!</b> Our Disney trip was a <i>whirlwind</i> that started Wednesday afternoon and ended yesterday afternoon- 3 days in the parks, lots of running around, but <b>a lot of smiles</b> too!<br />
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Since I'm pretty exhausted still and have a birthday party to plan for Sunday, I'll keep it brief. Here are a few things I learned about planning your trip for Disney and a few things that worked and didn't work for us.<br />
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<li><b>Book your reservations way in advance</b>!! I don't know what I was thinking, but I had thought that since there were SO many places to eat in Disney and we weren't that picky, we would surely be able to find food when we were hungry. LIES. You need reservations for any time you want to sit down and enjoy a meal with a waiter/waitress.</li>
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<li><b>The Disney Jr. Character breakfast at Hollywood & Vine in Hollywood Studios.</b> We LUCKED out that we were able to get this reservation only two days early (the day I decided I may need to make some reservations). Don't expect great food, but Jacob had a BLAST. It was a perfect start to our vacation.</li>
<li><b>Fulton's Crab House in Downtown Disney.</b> AHHH, I've never been happier to have a well behaving child. The food was delish, the service was amazing and the ambiance was EXACTLY what Pete and I needed after being surrounded by screaming children and eating over priced buffet food themed for kids. I was SO proud of Jacob- he was an angel this night at dinner! We enjoyed every minute of it.</li>
<li><b>Room Service.</b> We wanted to go back to Magic Kingdom late night on our last night there, so we opted to order room service to be delivered to our room right after some pool time. This little break was just what we needed to gear up for the madness that was Magic Kingdom at 9pm! If we would've had a little more time, we would've eaten it by the pool. That would've been extra great! Make sure you have an easy dinner one night. I think it really saved our sanity.</li>
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<li><b>T-Rex Cafe:</b> DO NOT GO HERE. You pay about $30+ an entree for Applebee's quality food. It's kind of a rip off of Rainforest Cafe and Jacob was miserable. I'm sure that definitely affected our experience. I'm convinced kids respond to their environment (seeing that he was golden at Fulton's), and the loud, hectic ambiance of this restaurant, combined with how tired Jacob was from traveling, resulted in a very whiny, miserable little boy. And my food was gross. I hate spending $30 on a gross main course.</li>
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<li>We stayed at the <b>Holiday Inn in Downtown Disney</b>. The price was great, the staff was awesome and restaurant was really good too! The pool was perfect (and quiet!), transportation to/from the parks was reliable and super frequent, and the room was really spacious. I had heard a lot of negative comments on staying at a non-Disney hotel, but I was super happy with our pick (though I definitely wouldn't stay at a hotel NOT on Disney property; Holiday Inn Downtown Disney IS on Disney property). The shuttles run exactly like the shuttles to/from all of the resorts. They give you a little card with all the pick up/drop off times and locations for all the parks when you check in, along with some Disney guides. Our room key was even Monster's Inc.! It's located very close to Pop Century, so the only things you're missing out on are the overly priced, cheesy, outdated rooms and Disney brand overload (though there is a Disney store in the hotel, so it does still feel like you have access to the Disney stuff). It was perfect for us. <i>We'll stay at a Disney resort when we can afford the Grand Floridian. </i>If you want a step up from The Holiday Inn, but similar experience, I'd suggest the Hilton next door.</li>
<li><b>You don't need to rent a car</b> if you're staying at a non-Disney hotel on Disney property, but you will need to be prepared to spend about $50 on cab fares to and from the airport. We also had to get a cab to Hollywood Studios since we had an 8:15 breakfast reservation and the shuttle didn't start running until 8am. If I would've made reservations earlier and gotten a later breakfast time, this wouldn't have been a problem!</li>
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<li>I didn't know that Fast Passes would go so quickly. By the time we got out of the Disney Jr. breakfast and Disney Jr. Live show around 10am, the fast passes for the Toy Story Ride in Hollywood Studios were already distributed. We waited in a 70 minute line with a tired 3 year old. The other days, we <b>planned out what we wanted to do as soon as we got there and went and got Fast Passes for the things we thought we'd need them for.</b> Thank God we didn't have to wait in another line like that!! I couldn't have done it.</li>
<li><b>Getting to Magic Kingdom was a pain. </b> It took an hour- a shuttle ride and a monorail ride. </li>
<li>There are 2 boys costumes in the ENTIRE Disney World empire (confirmed by several staff members!)- a pirate costume and a $50 Buzz Lightyear costume. <b>Buy costumes before you go if your boy is anything like ours.</b></li>
<li><b>Rent a stroller</b> if you don't bring your own. We rented the last two days and wish we would've on the first. It really helped!!! Next time though, I think we'll just bring our own. Those rented strollers aren't very comfortable or conducive to napping!</li>
<li><b>Bring a first aid kit.</b> Jacob got stung by a bee while at the shuttle stop (pretty far away from the actual park) and we had nothing to help him since we had just finished our water and threw it out as we left.</li>
<li>Speaking of water, <b>refill your bottles.</b> Looking back on it, we bought way too many. We should've just refilled at the water fountains.</li>
<li>The <b>Starbucks in Epcot-</b> AMAZING. Super fast, efficient and they have everything you need for breakfast (as opposed to sitting down for a super expensive buffet breakfast). It was like seeing a lake in the middle of the desert. </li>
<li>Jacob's favorite attraction was everything at <b>Nemo & Friends in Epcot. </b> He LOVED it! There's so much to do, it's all inside (YAY AC!!!), and you can spend an entire morning in one spot. We almost didn't go to Epcot since most said there wasn't a whole lot for kids, but this was definitely worth it.</li>
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Overall, we had a really great time. I wish we would've had one more day since he was tired and we decided to skip Animal Kingdom last minute in order to be able to go back to Magic Kingdom our last night there. <b><i> Four days in the parks would've been perfect.</i></b> I had NO idea how to plan this/what to expect since I had only been to Disney one time ten years ago, but with some research and some learn as you go, it's definitely doable. Jacob will be four next week and I think it was the perfect time to take him, but I'm not so sure it would've been as fun if he were younger. I'm sure it depends on the child, but for us, it was <b>the perfect time</b> and <b>a really amazing experience</b>!!</div>
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1) The world is your oyster. You choose what kind of world you live in. The possibilities are endless and completely possible for you with determination and positivity.<br />
2) Speak things that aren't as though they were. Acknowledging the negative gives it power in your life.<br />
3) Be a giver. Give of your time, kind words and resources.<br />
4) Be a good friend. One day, you'll have a family of your own and this will be more difficult. Enjoy your time with your friends and be there for them selflessly. These relationships are worth cultivating.<br />
5) Stand for something, rather than nothing. Who cares if people think you're too opinionated? Just remember tact.<br />
6) Do the research. Think for yourself.<br />
7) You can never be overdressed or overeducated.<br />
8) Putting yourself together doesn't mean you're vain or fussy. It means you care about yourself and know that you have something serious to offer the world.<br />
9) Don't be afraid to be vulnerable.<br />
10) Remember that your life is under God's control. Don't stress the small stuff. The end result will be peaceful and beautiful if you let it.<br />
11) You're in control of your happiness. Choose to be happy.<br />
12) Forgiveness is just as much for you as it is the other person. Harboring bitterness will only keep you from growing. This includes forgiveness for yourself!<br />
13) Don't take yourself too seriously. Give yourself a break and laugh.<br />
14) Read. It's therapeutic.<br />
15) Excessive arguing in a relationship is not normal.<br />
16) Always help clean up dinner when visiting someone's house. Actually, help clean up at home too! :)<br />
17) Know that you have something to offer at work and act like it.<br />
18) Even a phone call can be a random act of kindness. Pick up the phone and call.<br />
19) Don't aim for money. Aim for a life you can be at peace with.<br />
20) Cheap 6" heels make you look like a hooker. 2" mules make you look like a grandma. A 4" is the perfect balance of sexy and serious.<br />
21) Travel the world. The people and places it has to see will help you appreciate the life God has given you.<br />
22) Don't hide your personality. <br />
23) Don't be afraid. What will happen will happen and you're perfectly ready to take it on.<br />
24) Don't buy generic toilet paper or peanut butter.<br />
25) Laugh loudly. It's beautiful.<br />
26) Get involved! School, church, community, work- be a leader.<br />
27) Everything in design comes down to balance. You can beautifully decorate a room or perfectly put together an outfit by mixing high/low, hard/soft, ornate/casual.<br />
28) You really are different. You have to believe that about yourself.<br />
29) Be well rounded. Explore different things and have many interests.<br />
30) Have compassion. Don't make fun of anyone. ever.<br />
31) Be honest with yourself. Don't be afraid to admit when you're wrong. Don't be afraid to admit that a relationship is over. Don't be afraid to admit a personality flaw and work to change it. And don't make excuses.<br />
32) Give yourself time. It doesn't all have to be done today. No one expects you to have it all together right this second.<br />
33) Stressing only makes you sad and angry. Choose to focus on what you can do within your control.<br />
34) Wear perfume.<br />
35) Sweatpants and messy hair are never as naturally cute as you think they are.<br />
36) Expect chivalry.<br />
37) Find beauty in all types of music. <br />
38) If you're unhappy about something, figure out a way to fix it. Don't complain about it.<br />
39) Love deeply. But, your love is valuable. Don't give it away too easily.<br />
40) You are loved. Know that wherever you go and whatever you do, you have your family who thinks you are the smartest, kindest, most beautiful person. And even you're not acting like it, we still love you because we know what's on the inside.<br />
41) Kindness makes you beautiful.<br />
42) Fake eyelashes are a must for any special occasion.<br />
43) Buy statement pieces. Even an LBD should make a statement. Know the difference between clothes that are art and clothes that are trendy.<br />
44) Buy quality pieces on sale. Don't waste your money on things that will fall apart tomorrow. <br />
45) Be a thinker. Learn to visualize and strategize. <br />
46) Don't be afraid to reinvent yourself. You're constantly evolving. Welcome the changes and own them.<br />
47) Be a person that people want to be around. In other words, don't be a downer. Be a positive presence.<br />
48) You don't know everything. Take the time to just sit back and listen to quality discussion between people that you respect. Be an information seeker.<br />
49) Be thankful in all things. Have a heart of gratitude for even the smallest of considerations.<br />
50) Your name means: <b>Mercy, Oath of God.<i> Live it.</i></b><br />
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<b>We love you, Sadie Elizabeth!</b><br />
<br />Lauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-47507048486374653612013-10-04T07:06:00.006-07:002013-10-04T07:07:26.357-07:00Just Peachy: An Easy Recipe for a Side of DeliciousnessI am not a cook. I'm actually pretty horrible. But, every now and then I come up with something that's pretty <i>delish</i>. Pete makes fun of me because I can <i><b>never stick to a recipe</b></i>. I prefer to look at several recipes of the same thing and then <b>take it from there on my own</b>. Sometimes it's <b>fabulous</b> (as my take on root beer pulled pork was last week) and sometimes it's <b>inedible</b> (as my take on skinny chicken dumpling stew was). I made this little gem to accompany some al fresco dining I pulled together for my mom's birthday and <b>it was a hit</b>! So, I decided to bring it back as a side last night for our anniversary dinner. We had three sides last night. <i><b>Three sides are only for fancy occasions</b></i>. :)<br />
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These peaches can be served <b>as a side </b>with dinner, maybe <b>inside a crepe</b> for breakfast (I die for crepes.), or in a mini cup with graham cracker crumble at the bottom and topped with whipped cream <b>for dessert</b>. <i>Pretty versatile</i>, right?<br />
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<b>2 cups sliced peaches (drained if canned)</b><br />
<b>1/3 cup white cooking wine</b><br />
<b>1 1/3 tsp. vanilla</b><br />
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This time, I had to use canned peaches since I went grocery shopping at Target and they didn't have any fresh. <i> Embarrassing</i>, I know. But, last time I made this I used fresh and it was amazing.<br />
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<b>-So first, drain the peaches and put in a medium mixing bowl. Pour the white cooking wine and vanilla over top. Stir with wooden spoon. Place in the fridge for a minimum of 15 minutes, but the longer you wait the better they get!! Last night, I only had 15 minutes, but the first time I made them, I let them sit for a couple of hours.</b><br />
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<b>-After you take them from the fridge, just put them in a pot over medium high heat for about 20 minutes or until slightly browned. They should soak in most of the liquid mixture. Stir occasionally with a wooden spoon.</b></div>
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<b>-Once they're done, serve under a little dusting of powdered sugar. Powdered sugar is my fave.</b><br />
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<u>And, have a great weekend!!!!!</u></div>
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<br />Lauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-32797711318412541322013-09-30T06:10:00.002-07:002013-09-30T06:14:00.116-07:00A Fancy Weekend at 24 Weeks PregnantI had the lovely opportunity of spending the weekend with one of my good friends, Monika of Champane Picnic (<i>how great is that name?!</i>). Check out her <a href="http://champagne-picnic.com/" target="_blank">hilarious and oh so stylish blog here</a>. She's getting married next year, so I got to help her go start her search for a gown (with her absolutely lovely and incredibly gracious mom and sister!!). Seriously, guys- you have no idea. The gowns were <b><i>GORGEOUS</i></b> and she looked amazing in all of them. There were lots of tears and lots of laughter. Emotions were kind of all over the place in the<i> absolutely best way possible</i>! Personally, I was super touched by how her mom and sister included me in the process. It's easy to see where Monika gets her big heart and positive outlook on life. The girl time really just felt like hanging out with the girls in my family- super relaxed, full of hilariously awkward moments, some unmatched wit and most of all, some <i>real conversation</i> that you leave just feeling encouraged by. <b>Good people are sometimes hard to find</b>, so the day was really <b>refreshing</b>!! <br />
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After Pete and I attended her and her fiancé's beautiful engagement party on Saturday, we went out to dinner in Little Italy. Of course, we had to stop for a few outfit shots! Dressing for a cocktail party at 6 months pregnant was <i>a little scary</i>, but I was so happy to find this dress by HATCH. I chose the <b>silk </b>option in <b>oxblood</b>, since I was<b> <i>in love with it</i></b><i> </i>and felt like this could almost serve as an LBD. <i>Classic, romantic lines, forgiving silhouette</i> and <i>super warm color-</i> I was <b><i>in love!</i></b> (Wait, I think I already said that...) I paired it with a <i>sequined blazer</i> since the party was out on a terrace by the water and some <i>gold and black studded t-straps</i> for some edge.<br />
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^^^ My sexy husband and his "flocks". Thats flowing + locks for those of you who don't speak Peterese. This man of mine is cray. It's the perfect kind of cray though.</div>
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^^^Not the most attractive photo, but this is actually how I look most of the time: <i>Mid- word and using my hands to talk.</i> I really just wanted to show you how the dress <i><b>moved</b></i>!! It's the thing I love most about it.</div>
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<a href="http://hatchcollection.com/shop/product/the-dinner-party-dress-sale/" target="_blank">Dress</a> (I got it for a better deal than currently listed- keep an eye out!) // Shoes (old) by Sam Edelman, but <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/sam-edelman-darla-pump/3476276?origin=PredictiveSearch-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=BLACK&resultback=615&cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-searchresults-_-1_3_D" target="_blank">similar</a> // Blazer, old but<a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/jackets-and-coats/parisian-black-and-gold-sequin-waterfall-jacket_296869209?extcam=AFF_AFW_Linking+via+Landing+Pages_Polyvore&awc=1946_1380546150_b367c99185d25a9cd8621f441ff2fda9" target="_blank"> similar</a></div>
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Dressing a 24 week old baby bump may seem daunting, but I'm now convinced it's doable with a little pre-planning! :) Now, go get that dress! I'm obsessed. <b>OBVIOUSLY.</b></div>
<br />Lauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-896886562640005832013-09-23T06:19:00.002-07:002013-09-23T06:19:29.878-07:00I miss the weekend already. (And 23 week bump watch!)When I was going into the office everyday, I would obviously complain a little every Monday morning, not ready for the weekend to end. When I started staying home, I thought, "Hey, this will be great not really knowing the difference between the week and the weekend!" This really isn't the case. I actually feel <i>kind of sad</i> on Monday mornings, mostly because our weekend time has been so much better since I started staying home and I'm <i>sad for Pete to have to go back to work</i>. Since I am getting more done during the week, we can take on more projects over the weekends and have <b>more family time</b>. I'm not as exhausted from the week, so Pete and I get up when Jacob gets up and just enjoy the time together. It's these times that <b>my heart just feels so full</b>!! <br />
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This weekend was a lot of fun. We took the kiddo to the Farmers Market in our downtown. We've been wanting to go for quite some time now, but just never found the time. We almost didn't go Saturday since we were tired and just relaxing, but we got motivated, got dressed and went. I'm so glad we did! <b>I'm so thankful for this little family of mine, the home we've created and the town that we live in.</b><br />
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<i>Here's a peek at our weekend...</i><br />
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^^^Some belly pics Pete snapped of me before we left for the farmers market. 23 weeks!! He was making me laugh in that last one. As if I didn't feel like enough of a dork posing for the photo, he wouldn't stop making me laugh!! I love this man.</div>
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^^^An obviously still tired baby.</div>
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^^^ Just a little live music in the morning.</div>
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^^^One of the vendors gave Jacob a free apple. He was loving it and hasn't stopped eating from the giant bag we bought for only $3 all weekend!</div>
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^^^Jacob had fun trying to pick up the huge pumpkins!! We're going to go back in a couple of weeks to pick some up. I have my eye on the white pumpkins!!</div>
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^^^Some AMAZING homemade jams!! We picked up a few sample sizes. I had some peach chardonnay jam on my toast Sunday morning and it was amazing! Pete swears the blackberry rum is even better!</div>
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After the market, we had a DELISH breakfast at Sunny Day Cafe. Cream cheese batter strawberry crepes....need I say more?</div>
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^^^My silly boy</div>
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^^^My handsome men</div>
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^^^Jacob helping himself to the sugar on my crepe.</div>
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I know next weekend will bring us more fun and memories, and that if I am settled into the time I have in front of me and willing to see the <i>memories to be made within the next five days</i>, Jacob and I will have <b>an amazing week</b>.</div>
<br />Lauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-57275132911206563792013-09-20T07:30:00.000-07:002013-09-20T07:41:52.155-07:00My Organization SystemWe have made it over four years of living together with little to no organization or schedule of cleaning. Considering how <i>absolutely crazy I am</i>, this is absurd. With my staying home, I knew that in addition to the laundry, cleaning and cooking that I would take on full time, I would have to get <b>an organization system</b> together for <i>paying our bills</i> and <i>keeping the house running smoothly</i>. It has surprised me how awesome and how much more of a home it feels like now that <b>clean and organized is our new normal</b>!<br />
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Ok, so one of the places we needed the most help on was budgeting and making sure our bills were paid, especially the irregular bills (i.e. medical bills, parking tickets, lawncare, annual insurance premiums etc) !! This is a work in progress in some areas, but I found a system that has been a REALLY great start. We used to simply have a little basket where I'd put the important mail, bills to be paid, anything to file in our non existent filing system, stuff to keep. This resulted in an ALWAYS messy mail counter, bills that weren't opened, bills that we thought were paid but weren't, bills that were paid, but we weren't sure if they were....it was horrible. Pete took care of the money and paying the bills; so, in theory, he was supposed to take the bills from the basket to work, pay them and then bring them back to file (read: throw them back in the mail basket to be confused with all the other crap because I never filed anything).<br />
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Anywho, enough with the disorganization! This is how we're organized now...<br />
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<b><i>So, here's what you'll need...</i></b><br />
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1) <b>A small, open file container</b>. I suggest one that matches your home decor! I chose one with a small area for pens, but if yours doesn't have that, I'd get a matching pencil holder. Mine also has an envelope sized area in the front. Again, if yours doesn't have that, you'll need something to store these items for mailing in as well.<br />
2) <b>3-5 cute folders</b> w/ tabs to write on<br />
3) <b>2 heavy duty, magnetic clips</b><br />
4) <b>A magnetic notepad</b> for shopping list. Simply write down things you run out of or realize you need on this notepad. I then use this list to create a grocery shopping list after meal planning every Monday before I go to the store. Sometimes I'll do it on Sunday night if I'm feeling productive.<br />
5) <a href="http://ajoyfulmelody.blogspot.com/2013/09/free-weekly-household-planner-template.html" target="_blank"><b>This weekly organization sheet.</b></a> I have about 15 preprinted and in this clip for easy access.<br />
6) <b>A calendar</b> made on any word processing software with your <b>monthly bills already filled in</b>. I did the next 6 months all at once so I don't have to go back every month and do this again.<br />
7) <b>Blank Envelopes </b>(and blank thank you cards if you'd like!)<br />
8) <b>Stamps</b><br />
9) <b>Checkbook</b><br />
10) <b>Address Book</b><br />
11) <b>Pens, pencils, tape etc.</b><br />
12) <b>A larger home filing box</b> to be kept somewhere else in the house with hanging files and tabs. Tax information, birth certificates, marriage certificates and bill receipts will be kept in this.<br />
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<b><u>Our filing system includes the following folders...</u></b><br />
- <b>Bills to Pay</b>: When the mail comes in, open each piece and throw away all the enclosures and envelope. Place the bill flat in this folder. If the bill is not on your usual monthly bills list, outlined on your calendar by date, write the name of the bill on the date that it's due on your calendar before filing.<br />
- <b>Bills Paid</b>: Every week, check your calendar to see which bills need to be paid. After the bill is paid, write the confirmation number on the top of the bill, the date you paid it and your initials and file in this "Bills Paid" file. Once a month, you can move everything in this file to a binder or file that you keep elsewhere in the house. I have a binder that's divided by month that I keep with a small filing box that includes tax information and important documents.<br />
- <b>To File: </b> After I go through the mail each day, I place items like important receipts, annual statements and paystubs in this file. Once a month, I take this file up to that filing box I was telling you about and file these in the appropriate long term file.<br />
- <b>Artwork:</b> I have this file because our mail counter was always covered with Jacob's artwork and his box of old artwork is elsewhere in the house, pretty inconvenient to get to! I place all of his artwork (that doesn't go on the fridge) in this file and clear it out when it gets full.<br />
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<i>*outgoing mail gets prepared and placed in front of the blank envelopes to be taken to the post office/mailbox.</i><br />
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The calendar is pretty directly related to the files listed above in its functionality. But, other than listing bill due dates, I also list appointments, vacations and major weekend projects on this calendar. No joke, I have our next three months of weekends filled with some sort of project or vacation. At least I know <b>we have a plan</b> to get all of this stuff done before the baby comes! :) Just to warn you, putting this calendar together<i> takes time.</i> I didn't have a template, so I literally had to custom create each calendar and just move the days around for each month. <b><i>Thank God for copy, paste and grouping functions.</i></b> Hopefully, your word processing software has something that will be easier to use!<br />
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<i>WHEW. </i> That was a lot!! Remember, <b>the first part of this is your weekly planning</b>. <a href="http://ajoyfulmelody.blogspot.com/2013/09/free-weekly-household-planner-template.html" target="_blank">Check out this post</a> for a <b>free template</b> that will help you plan out what you're doing every day, your meals for the week, appointments you need to make and things you need to plan to purchase or order outside of groceries (i.e. Jacob: new shoes, Sadie: crib, Mom: birthday present etc).<br />
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My next step is to really get a grasp on where our money is going. I have a spreadsheet that I should be filling out once a week of itemized purchases so I can make sure it lines up with my other monthly budget spreadsheet. That's just so much work..... Hopefully I'll come up with an easier system soon so <i><b>we can really be organized</b></i>. It feels great to know what's going on and to feel like your finances and home are <b>under control</b>. It just took us four years to get there!! :)<br />
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<b>HAPPY FRIDAY!!</b> Use your weekend to do <i><b>at least one thing that will improve your peace of mind next week</b></i>... maybe putting together this system in a way that works for you?! :)<br />
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<br />Lauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-84219206823913346192013-09-16T06:15:00.002-07:002013-09-16T06:15:29.929-07:00Office Refurb on the Cheap: Ikea Vittsjo HackSince I've been staying home and working a little on the side, I've really wanted to create a small space in the corner of my formal living room (<i>my favorite room in the house!</i>) that would <b>inspire</b> me and help me to feel like I'm doing more than emailing from my couch. But, I definitely knew I didn't want to spend a whole lot of money on these efforts. When I found the <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/80221352/" target="_blank">VITTSJO desk</a> and bookcase, I knew they were the <b>perfect size and look</b> for the <i><b>gold office space</b></i> I was envisioning. All I'd need is some gold spray paint!!<br />
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So, yesterday, my hubby was kind enough to help me spray these pieces with <a href="https://www.google.com/shopping/product/2146399749915339368?q=gold+spray+paint&client=safari&rls=en&bav=on.2,or.r_qf.&bvm=bv.52164340,d.dmg,pv.xjs.s.en_US.CQsooEYev9Y.O&biw=1280&bih=596&dpr=1&tch=1&ech=1&psi=Q_82UpHtOoHA4AP93YDICQ.1379336004687.3&sa=X&ei=S_82UpCRCs_C4APCoYHwBw&ved=0CKwBEPMCMAk" target="_blank">Rust-Oleum Gold Metallic Spray Paint</a>. Both the desk and bookcase were sprayed with about 2 and a half cans total. That stuff definitely goes faster than you think! No primer needed on these pieces!<br />
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Best Part? <i><b> The desk, shelving unit and spray paint came in around $90</b></i>. And, while I did purchase a few containers for storage from Target, I was able to style both pieces with things I already had around the house. <b>Now I just need a chair</b>!!<br />
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So, there it is!! I'm still playing with the gallery wall and I need a chair, but I'm definitely happy with the direction it's going! I love how <b>feminine</b> and <b>glam</b> the gold feels. <b><i>Not bad for $90</i></b>! :)</div>
Lauren Nileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784478657820912002noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263459192495655496.post-62873245434285933522013-09-12T11:27:00.001-07:002013-09-12T11:34:29.009-07:00DIY: Graphic Stripe PaintingI've actually been having a lot of fun <b>painting</b> lately! I'm definitely not very good at it, but it's fun being able to <b>customize them to the individual color palettes</b> within my house and finding the perfect place for them! And, a couple of weeks ago, all canvases were <i>50% off at Joann's</i>, so I picked up a couple and have just been waiting to get my hands on them. Luckily for me, Jacob actually <i><b>ASKED to paint this morning!</b></i><br />
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He painted the <i>Ninja Turtles</i> <b>of course</b>...<br />
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And, I decided to take on an idea that I had for one of the canvases I picked up.</div>
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-A Canvas</div>
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-Some tape: I used scotch tape since I didn't have any painters tape. Bad idea. Get painters tape.</div>
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Super simple!!</div>
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^^Then, use tape to tape off your lines. Use one horizontal stripe to anchor the design. I prefer no vertical, but play with it! It could work!</div>
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^^Use the black paint to paint all but one line. Choose one line to paint gold instead. Let it dry a bit, then pull off the tape.</div>
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^^Yay for a new painting for my office space! Can you tell I'm obsessed with stripes (ahem...blog header)</div>
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I would definitely suggest getting painters tape. My scotch tape kept coming up, so several of my lines had bleeding paint:( Oh well! I still love it! :) And, here's the preview of my new little office corner in my formal living room. I'm working on refinishing my desk and bookcase, so I'll post a little tour as soon as that's done. Here's a sneak peek! :)</div>
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