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Saturday, February 28, 2009

Thursday, February 26, 2009

I am so excited for this season of Lent, for reasons I'll get to in a minute. But first, what did we all give up? With Ash Wednesday kicking off the season yesterday, most of my conversations have revolved around what loved "thing" we are giving up for all those long weeks of Lent. Soda, chocolate, alcohol, dessert, chips...all of these seem to top the list. This year I am mixing it up a bit and I'm giving up frivolous shopping--for 6 straight weeks!! This has been one of the hardest for me to give up....and I've thought about it at great length to make sure that I could be dedicated enough not to sin! I'm still not sure how I'm going to define "frivolous"....i'm sure my definition will differ greatly from D.J.'s!! ;-) At any rate, I'm a little scared...I just have to steer clear of temptation AND thank God Sundays don't count!

Why do we give something up for Lent? Lent is actually kinda sad and depressing...we are supposed to be in a state of mourning and repentance---recognizing our mortality and our sinfulness. We give something up in honor of Jesus's 40 fasting days---to simply prove our own discipline over desire. For me, Lent feels like a good time for personal reflection---a time for dedication to spiritual things that too often get pushed to the back during our day to day busy lives.

I'm excited for this season of Lent for a few special reasons. My sister, on her own accord, has been attending the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults classes (RCIA) at our hometown Catholic church. It was one of the best things I have ever done in my own life, so I am ecstatic that she is also on the path to confirmation. She will also be taking the baptismal preparation class, not for herself (she was baptized as a baby), but for my niece & nephew who will be baptized after Easter. She asked D.J. & I to be their Godparents....we feel honored and blessed. I'm so happy that we'll be able to help teach and guide them on their faithful journey. What an awesome responsibility!

During our fun fashion week, I totally forgot to mention that Josie had her 9 month check-up! She's 18 pounds, which puts her in the 50% for weight....and I can't even remember how many inches, but she was 75% for lenth. So long and lean!! I compared it to Anna's chart, I know you're not supposed to, but I always do. Anna was barely 16 pounds at 9 months! They are so different in so many ways...I'm just loving it.

Josie is growing up so fast...time slow down! She is walking all over with her little baby stroller and she plays peek-a-b00 on her own!! I mean, she puts the blanket up to her face and pulls it down, laughs and repeats. Soooooooooooooo cute!

Friday, February 20, 2009

Fashion Week Closing day...the supersized edition!

Yes, in NY, a week lasts 8 days!! But the curtains are finally closing...Wow! This week was crazy, but I did it....I brought the girls' closets to you every morning (or night)! For those of you who were actually amused, thanks for tuning in! :-) I have to be honest, though, I'm SOOO happy that I don't have to snap any pics tomorrow!! So I was standing in front of their closets tonight looking at each little garment thinking..."ew, that's cute...should have put her in that this week". But, somehow, between hurried diapers, waffles and braids this is what they ended up in today:

Pic Above: Anna
Pink Ice Skating Tee--Crewcuts, JCrew Kids
Pink knit/tulle skirt--Sister Sam (this was a Bloomingdales sample that Alex gave her forever ago...no tags, had to call Alex to confirm Sister Sam)
Hot pink printed tights: Oilily
Sparkly mary janes: Lelli Kelly

Pics Above: Happy Josie--yes, those are HUGE smiles behind the paci! Sorry the pics
are blurry...i think something is wrong with every camera we own)!
Flower play dress: Tea Collection
Pink matching leggings: Tea Collection
Pink furry boots: Robeez

BONUS FEATURES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

So Anna & I had a little mommy daughter day today. I skipped out on work a little early (if you work with me, shhh..don't tell)! Anyway, I picked up Anna and we ran some errands, had lunch together, went shopping, designed these cute crocks & gibbitz (did i spell that right?), had ice cream and SO MUCH FUN! Being with Anna reminds me of what it felt like to be a little girl.

Above is a tribute to winter---one of my favorite little dresses. This is a pink corduroy dress from Oilily. The detailing is so adorable...wish you could see it better in this pic. On the front is stitched "Little Miss Lucky". She didn't actually wear this anywhere today....I just threw it on her right before dinner and snapped a pic.

had to catch the Oilily signature layered look.

AND a sneak peek at Spring! Anna in Baby Lulu rockin her new crocs!

..and there's more cuteness!! Today I called my sister and asked her to snap some quick pics of what her kids were wearing...and the deets...here they are:

Pic Above: Cole Vogueing (this is so cute---it looks like he's striking a pose...I love how his knee is cocked)!!
Tee with Stripe: Recco S
Plaid preppy board shorts: Ecko Unlimited
Socks: Ralph Lauren
Mom said "he refused to put shoes on"

Pic Above: Trendy Ellie
Orange graphic tee: Oilily
Skirt: IKKS
Footless tights: Me Too
No-see socks: Justice
Sparkly mary janes: Lelli Kelly

I am in LOVE with this picture...wish the quality were better!!...kim, you need a new camera! ;-)
But, they look like they are rockin it out!!...this picture must have been taken mid chorus! Cole just looks like he's about to bust out some P Diddy moves..haha. I LOVE it...wish I was there at that moment! xoxoxo to them.

Ahhh, the curtains are closed and the runway is empty. Till next time...(which will probs be never)!! ;-)

Thursday, February 19, 2009

Fashion Week Day 7---only one more day to go!

This morning I had no idea what the girls were going to wear today, but when I opened their closets, these outfits were just yelling at me!!!! I rarely...almost never, dress them the same. I can think of one other time they dressed the same---except for jammies, jammies are fair game for matching!! But, I don't dress them alike because to me (and this is just a matter of opinion), it's takes away their individuality. So, I know it's fun, but it's just a thing with me. Today, however, was an exception and was the very first time they have gone to KC dressed alike...and it may never happen again. But, they did look cute while it lasted!!

Pic Above: Josie with her absolute favorite baby...seriously, this doll is her best friend
Multi-colored floral dress: Hanna Andersson
Matching tights: Hanna Andersson
Pink/brown mary janes: Pediped (these have gotten a lot of runway time)! :-)

Pic Above: Anna
Multi-colored floral dress: Hanna Andersson
Brown tights: Hanna Andersson
Pink leg warmers: a Mimi original
Shoes: Lelli Kelly

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Fashion Week Day 6--rainy day!

Pics Above: Anna--grouchy morning

Purple/pink graphic ruffled tee-- Diesel

Pink velour pant with flowers/sequins-- Oilily

Green polka dot rain boots-- Baby Gap

Pic Above: Josie early morning

Waterleaf swing top: Baby Lulu

Waterleaf matching ruffle pant: Baby Lulu

White onesie: Gerber

Pink/brown mary janes: Pediped

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

Fashion Week Day 5--love these!!

I LOVE what my girls are wearing today. They are like little streaks of happiness! The colors are bold, bright and carefree...especially for a cold Tuesday in February. I hope they make you smile today!