Life Lately…

18 Friday Dec 2015

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I sat and attempted to curate the perfect diaper bag and I am pretty sure I have failed miserably. I am noticing a trend with all things baby–live and learn! We are ready to start!

We have so so much to do still, but alas, this is all I have the energy for…

Everywhere we look there are so many cute reminders that baby is just around the corner!

I managed three Christmas parties in the last week and a blogger brunch! I’ll call that a social success as I’m pretty sure that’s more socialization than I did my entire pregnancy!

I just adore the network of ladies I’ve met through blogging in Columbus. This past weekend we headed to The Guild House for a little holiday celebration!

We also hosted a favorites party for my work peeps this week! You bring three of your favorite $10 items (can make any limit) and then, if you have a large group, draw names for three rounds of choosing from all the favorite items! When you leave, you have three of your friends’ favorite items! If you have a smaller group, you can bring enough for everyone and do a smaller dollar amount. I have also done challenges like favorite $2 item for the kitchen! So much fun!

My last to-do was oh so important. Nails. Had to do something to feel a little pretty in all the chaos!

And now we wait. We are officially scheduled for induction Sunday at 9 p.m. if nothing happens sooner! We have been anticipating this weekend for so many months/years. I remember our first appointment so clearly. I went by myself (tricked Matt a little) so that I could do a little surprise announcement for him after I knew for sure…I was so nervous and then everything just felt right when they walked in and told me the best news of my life. I was a mama. Now, in just a matter of hours, we get to meet that sweet babe!

Next time we chat, baby will be here!
Have a great weekend, friends!
Erin

Christmas Wishlist + Gifts for Her

05 Saturday Dec 2015

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Good morning and a very happy Saturday to you all! It has been a whirlwind the last couple of weeks with the baby shower, my mom and sister visiting, wrapping up my final project for my master’s, tying things up at work, and last, but not least, prepping for BABY! We are 38 weeks today and we have moments where we sit back and say we are totally ready and then have moments (like when we realize that we haven’t installed the car seat) that we begin to panic. I find myself crying for no reason lately. I get really happy, then really sad about something I would never normally get sad about (I cried the other night because our new favorite show, Fargo, wasn’t ending fast enough and I wanted to go to bed).

SO–for this year’s Christmas gift guide…I am not going to pretend I know what grown up people want. I gathered up what’s on my wishlist this year which to be honest consists mostly of adult beverages and things I think will help make me feel like a human once baby arrives! SO here it goes!

My all-time favorite Lip Balm.
Kate Spade La Pavillion Set. We haven’t really gotten new towels or oven mitts since the wedding–we are overdue and these are darling!
I saw this candy concoction at Nordstrom the other day and I just thought they were so cute! So fun for a holiday party!
Wine plus cute packaging? Yes!
Sayings on wine glasses are the best reminders!
I try to stock up on my makeup essentials at Christmas like my Bare Minerals Foundation.
…and NARS Blush.
This ornament is just darling and until tomorrow everything at Papersource is 20% of with code FALALA!
I have vowed to be better at getting pictures printed and I think it would help if I had some cute albums like this one!
I have had my eye on this tote for years and with a momentous Christmas ahead, graduating with my master’s on the same day I am due, and 30 creeping up in early January, I think this needs to be the year for a very grown up bag!
This book will just make me think I actually have a plan for keeping my house functional and cute post baby.
Yes, to all things Essie.

So, what’s on your list?? Hope you are all making headway on your Christmas shopping list!

Have a great weekend,
Erin

Gift Guide: For Her

20 Thursday Nov 2014

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Good morning! The holiday season is upon us! I absolutely love this time of year. Shopping and finding the perfect gift is just so much fun! Here’s what I’m loving for the amazing women in my life!

1. Fa La La Ornament.

2. Glitter Stud Earrings.

3. The Citrus Keychain.

4. Minimergency Kit.

5. But First Coffee Thermal Mug.

6. Places to Go, People to See Coffee Table Book.

7. Matches.

8. Snail Mail Tray.

9. Speckled Messina Necklace.

10. Essie ‘Double Breasted Jacket’ Nail Polish.

11. Bow Gloves.

12. ‘It’s Written in the Stars’ Mini Notebook.

Also, Santa, you may consider this my official wishlist!

What about you guys? What’s on your wishlist this year?

Happy Thursday!
Erin

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Merry Christmas!

25 Wednesday Dec 2013

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Merry Christmas, dear readers! We hope you’re cozying up with family and friends today and enjoying every bit of this fabulous holiday.

From our home to yours, wishing you the merriest of merry Christmases!

Love,

Erin and Nat

Plum Pretty Sugar Holiday Deal

16 Monday Dec 2013

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Holy smokes, people. So sorry for the silence last week! We missed you all! As evidenced by Erin’s post, last week was a bit hellish. It was sooo not working for us.

As they say, upward and onward! We’re determined for this week to be absolutely fantastic. Ya hear me, Monday? Let’s play nice this week… Kapish?

We chatted about Plum Pretty Sugar before here… we’re pretty dang obsessed with them. Erin purchased their beautiful robes for her bridesmaids two years ago and we’ve been obsessed with the company ever since.

They’ve added a holiday gift guide section to their website and it’s definitely worth checking out! You can create your very own wish list! Heck yes. Their robes are perfect for anyone in your family. They’re so dang comfortable and they have the most beautiful fabrics. All of their apparel would make for some amazing Christmas presents! Ahem, Santa… *hint hint*.

This week, they have a special deal going on where you receive a $25 gift certificate with your purchase of $250 or more. Snag a collection of their robes to gift to your loved ones (and, of course, one for you as well) and get $25 for a future purchase. Win win!