Here, wear this

If you thought you could just hop on over to Walmart and Kroger on a Sunday morning sans makeup wearing your old Victoria Secret sweats and ratty Ugg boots unnoticed, then you are sadly mistaken.

 

First, let's dissect the sentence and learn what is wrong with it-

<sans makeup> Stop! No. Don't even think about it.  And I don't mean pancake base and Snooki eyes.  I'm talking about some hide your under eye circles, barely there lipgloss, one coat mascara makeup.  Errbody got time for that.

<Victoria Secret sweat and ratty Ugg boots> who knows what college coeds roll out of bed wearing these days? but I'm betting this is not it.  Don't risk dating your look.  Throw on a boyfriend tee, skinnies, cute flats and buy yourself an extra 5 years.

<Sunday morning> if you were at church, you wouldn't have to worry about this!  And with that comment, I am officially my Mom.

 

 This is what I guarantee will happen if you don't take my advice.

 

You are going to run into your ex-boyfriend and that girl you hated in college.  And that's before you have even left the produce section.  Don't end up like me crouching behind the bananas trying to hide from the aforementioned people. 

 

Umm yeah, so maybe the above scene is a little over-dramatized.  Yet so true.  You know exactly what I am talking about!  Law of the universe, you run into absolutely everyone and their dog when you look like crap!   So take my advice...

http://www.theyallhateus.com/

 

Or ask Mila Kunis...

 

Mother's Day 2013

Happy Mother's Day

 

 

 

This is my first Mother's Day to spend with my muffin!  I love her more than anything and am so blessed to be her Mama.  I am also as a result even more appreciative (if possible) of my own sweet Mama.  She always said "one day, you'll understand" and (of course) she was right.

 

We also have J's baby dedication today at church.  I cannot wait to share next week!

I hope everyone has a wonderful day spent with their mother and/or children!

She get it from her Mama

If we (Jules + L) were a rap song it would go something like this

 

Where she get them rolls from

She get 'em from her mama

And so on...

Yep, my little lovemuffin is all squishy and cuddly, just like her mama was at that age!

Go ahead and eat up kid, because nobody likes a skinny baby...

Fortunately, she got a lot more from me than her sweet cheeks, like...

a killer fashion sense.  You really can't tell in the picture, but just know that J is wearing pink lace shorts and metallic silver flats.  And that's just on Monday.  She's been known to sport a Juicy tracksuit (I know, I know, a little dated- but she swears they're making a comeback) and she recently had a very major nautical moment

Who doesn't love mini anchors?

Well, hello Zimmy

 

traveling.  By way of stroller mainly.

Jules is definitely all about go.  She'll cruise the mall, hiking trails, or the streets in her hood.  Really doesn't matter what you're doing, just so long as she can come too.  She is making her first trip to Dallas in a few weeks and mama she can't wait.

 



sweet athletic skills.  And by sweet athletic skills I mean one's ability to always appear to have just left a grueling workout as evidenced by the running shorts, tank top and makeup free face.  Yeah, she's got this one down cold.  This is kind of a Mom trick- you have little time to get yourself ready so you throw on gym clothes so that everyone thinks you have it super together (wow, she works out and insert baby activity) when in reality you barely brushed your teeth.  Makeup free face is a must though- if you're rockin' perfect hair/face then nobody's buyin' what your sellin' lady.

Anyone want to volunteer as my photographer?
Best shot of our matching Nike shorts.

reading, shopping, IHOP, Garvan Gardens, grandparents, etc... See?!  I told you we were the same!  It's like we're long, lost...er, nevermind.  Okay true, for now our biggest similarity is in the looks department.  But that in itself is kinda crazy.  The moment when you look into someone's face and truly see your own is a cool/uncanny/deep experience.  And while we both do enjoy the other things I mentioned, mainly she just want to be with me. and I with her.  That's how we're most alike.  So if you don't have a mini-me yet, I highly suggest you go out and get you one.  Promise you won't regret it!





Weekend Photo Dump

Last weekend was such a whirlwind, I am just now getting caught up.

 

Friday we went to Garvan Gardens.  J loved it!  So lucky to have such a beautiful spot close to home- the pictures do not do it justice. 

 

 

 

 

I spent Saturday at Oaklawn, while J kicked it with Emily and Drew.  Courtesy of my fabulous friend Heather and her BF Brian, we got to pretend to be horse owners for the day (the real owner was Brian's friend who couldn't make it)- complete with a visit to the Jockey Club and a trackside race view.  Pretty sweet way to spend Derby Day!

 I saw lots of seersucker, lots of hats, but no winning tickets...

 

 J was up to her own shenanigans...namely trying to steal Emily's boyfriend!

 

First, lock eyes for at least 5 seconds... 

and if that doesn't work, just beat him over the head with a block.

 

And of course J squeezed in some time with her main man, Papaw, before we left.

 

It was a great weekend, and now to start another!

 



Confessional Friday

Seriously, how long has it been since I linked up with Leslie??  Ummm...try about a year!  I am really working on getting back to blogging.  As I sat reading all of your confessions while J sleeps, I decided to seize the moment and crank out a few of my own!

1.  I confess...  I finally broke down and bought a Clarisonic face cleaner!  So many friends and bloggers have recommended it but I kept resisting.  You see, I'm not a routine type of girl and really don't stick to beauty regimens very well, I just wasn't sure I would use it.  But I have found myself lately scanning countless makeup brands on Sephora hoping to find something that will conceal my tired, dull skin.  I realized it would make a lot more sense to try and fix the problem than to hide it.

 

2.  I confess... to being a fan of both the Bachelor franchise and Burning Love.  Huh??  I know, I'm really not even sure that's possible?  Somehow I can totally immerse myself in a reality tv dating show (and care about it! I mean, how cute are Sean + Catherine?)- then seconds later switch channels and laugh my ass off watching people make fun of it.  PSA- if you're not watching Burning Love, you should be.  You're welcome.

Will you accept my hose?

 

3.  I confess...  to going gaga over baby clothes for J!  I think it has become more fun now that she is older and not so hard to dress.  There are so many adorable outfits for baby girls!!  Sorry ladies, but girls have a lot more options in this department.  And don't even get me started on accessories.  Loooove accessories.  J does not leave the house without her hairbow.  OMG.  I am that Mom.  

Our most recent purchase- J likes be on-trend, so I found her this dress with a neon pleated skirt

4.  I confess...  I am just now sharing Jules' newborn pictures AND she is 8 months old!  Oops.  I cried the other day as I looked back at my precious, tiny girl!  I figure as long as I captured this moment in time, I'm good.  Right?  I mean, at this rate, one of these shots could actually make it onto a wall or  the mantel by the time she's two.

My little McMuffin

Hope everyone has an awesome weekend!  Mama is headed to the Arkansas Derby tomorrow to meet up with a dear friend!  Leave it to me to attend for the first time all season on the very last day!



Easter 2013

We serve a risen Savior...

 

My McMuffin

L+J

Lamb sliders with pancetta brussel sprouts

 

 

Happy Easter

Love,

L and Jules

Crack is wack...

Let me start by saying this, I have never claimed to be an interior designer, tastemaker or know much about art...
This is the painting that hangs above my bed.  Lovely, no?

Ok, no, not  exactly lovely.  But...my blank wall is adorned and while I am not in love with it, I don't hate it either because I got it on the cheap.  It was also the topic of a hilarious conversation last weekend.
My bestie and her 8 year old came and spent last Saturday night with me and J.  When they arrived I took them on a tour of our new home.  When we got to my bedroom her son, Will, quickly crawled onto my bed to do a little jumping.  Immediately his eyes locked onto the picture and got a little wider.

Will:  Umm, you can see her butt crack!

Hmm...how to approach this?  No denying it, yes that is a butt crack.

Me:  Yes, you can...

Will giggles and is apparently trying to make sense of why anyone would have a picture of a naked lady and her exposed crack, much less in their bedroom.  The only possible conclusion:

Will:  (turns quickly to me)  Do you have a husband?

Me:  Yeeesss

Will:  (looking back thoughtfully from the picture to me and back again)  Did he paint that?

Me:  No, no!  It's just a picture we have...

And with that he was satisfied and moved on!

 

Yeah, he totally thought that was me!  I am still laughing about it!  But I guess that would be the only logical explanation!  Now to find a new wall for this to hang on...