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| Husband concentrating real hard! |
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| Excite Bots! |
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| Apparently everyone is as thrilled as we are. |
Husband and I had a little date night yesterday once Baby went to sleep. We had some chocolate and kicked butt at ExciteBots on our Wii. Yeah, we’re a wild bunch!
We also watched an episode of Human Planet. It’s an amazing show about how humans live in the most inhospitable environments – the ocean, the arctic, deserts, etc. You should check it out. It’s astounding how resourceful we can be.
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| So I was trying to get an outfit shot… |
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| …when I saw someone making their way towards me… |
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| …apparently my outfit is irresistible to babies and dogs. And yes, Baby found a new toy: my belt. |
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| Oh well, so much for keeping that tied. |
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| Thought I’d show you a close-up of my hair and the detail on my dress. |
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| Shirt – Smart Set; Dress – Costa Blanca ; Scarf – H&M; Shoes – Zellers |
It so sunny outside that my pasty white legs came out to play. And they’re so happy! These puppies have not seen the light of day in months, as you can tell. And let me tell you, getting this strapelss number on *I’m wearing a black t-shirt underneath to dress it down* was a challenge. Having Baby has changed a few things and I am busting out of this dress! *pun intended* No I’m not complaining, just observing.
It’s not even 9:30am and so far this is what I have done: get Baby changed, dressed, fed, get myself breakfast, put dishes away/into dishwasher, shower and get dressed, two loads of laundry *one of which you see here, one is in the dryer* , cut, peeled, and steamed a bag of carrots for Baby, cut and prepped a butternut squash to steam for Baby, checked and answered my email, read my blogs, watched an episode of Backyardigans with Baby, one blog post, taken photos and started to write this.
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| I’m a bit of a grumpy pants in this pic because it started raining on me. |
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| Cardi – H&M; Shirt – Smart Set; Dress – Jean Machine ; Leggings – F21; Boots – somewhere in NYC |
Can you believe this dress challenge is almost done? I’ve got maybe ten more dresses and then I’m done. That’s so cool. It’s amazing that it’s taken me this long. I really could just wear every dress I own three times a year and would have enough clothes for the whole year. That’s kind of funny! I’m looking forward to wearing pants…I have these great khakis, shorts and flare jeans…oh I’m getting excited! Yeah, I know. I’m easy to please.
I know I have a lot of dresses *and clothes in general*, but I just keep stuff, store, and rotate. This dress is a perfect example. I bought it about 8 years ago *it’s pre-Husband* and I still love to wear it ever summer. I wanted to wear it this weekend because it is a bit folk-ish to me, and this holiday in Poland you’d often dress up in your folk costume to celebrate *I’ll show you something fun regarding that soon*. So, I’m there in spirit.
On another note, I bought something from Ruche and it’s coming in the mail. I’m allowed to do so under the terms here. And just in case you’re keeping track, we’re on day 77. *le sigh*
On a side, side note, I miss my long hair.
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| Seedlings! |
I spent some time at my Mom’s this weekend and she’s right on track with her garden. I’m so getting her to help me with mine, and trust me, I need the help!
Meanwhile, the weather was so nice we all had to take advantage of it. Drake the Dog had a great time running around the huge backyard and wrestling with Luke, as you can tell.
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| Baby didn’t know what to make of the grass. She just sat there and grimaced every time her hand touched it. |
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| Cardi – F21; Dress – Ruche; Leggings – F21 |
You can’t see in this shot, but I’m wearing earrings! This is a big deal since Baby never lets me wear any kind of accessory – whether earring, ring, necklace, or bracelet. But yesterday I discovered that she doesn’t really care about little tiny earrings, so that’s what I’m wearing. Oh and I’m also wearing a new Mom’s neccessary accessory *I like the little ryhme there* , the hair elastic worn as a bracelet. You need to be able to throw your hair up at any second.
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| The Coffee Maker (A.K.A.Mom’s (or Dad’s) Best Friend). |
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| These are the sunglasses that had Husband referencing Top Gun. |
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| Cardi – F21; Shirt – Puella; Jeans – Guess; Belt – thrifted; Shoes – AE |
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| Husband called me Maverick and this little punk Iceman. |
When I finally got dressed *which wasn’t until after lunch because I wanted to run and it took that long to squish it into my day* I knew I should wear a dress to continue the challenge, but the truth is that I didn’t feel like it at all. Also, I had rehearsal at my house for a web series I’m in at my house and I just didn’t feel that a vintage-esque dress would help me get into the mood I wanted. Fashion is all about mood, and I wanted to be relaxed and neutral so that I could transition into whatever atmosphere I wanted to.
So, during my run, I balled my eyes out. Seriously, I was full out wailing on the treadmill and during my stretches. I was watching Criminal Minds, and it was an episode about a mother who has a psychotic break on the anniversary of her baby son’s death. And I was balling, because I can totally see that being me. Not the killing people part, but the complete breakdown part. I can’t even imagine having to go through something like that. And I truly hope that I never have to. I’m not sure I’d be strong enough.
What’s your worst nightmare?
On a different note, I re-watched an episode of Community today…still as good as the first time.
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| My dress is twirly! |
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| And juummpy!! |
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| Jacket – Jacob; Cardi – Esprit; Dress – Spotted Moth; Tights – Hue; Shoes – AE |
Guess what? My dress is Twirly-Whirly! It’s skippy! And it’s jumpy! *or more, I’m jumpy and skippy and twirly-whirly when I’m wearing it* Yay!
The sun came out today, the weather didn’t rise to meet it, but still that’s something. I had a lovely day today. It started off with fresh coffee and a photoshoot with a very talented photographer. He shot my new headshots. I saw some of the rough ones – the ones that have not been color corrected or anything – and even they looked amazing! *and I’m not usually one to say that shots of me look amazing….trust me I’m not* I’m seriously excited to get the edited versions so that I can show you.
And all you Toronto actors/singers/musicians, email me and I’ll hook you up with this amazing guy!
I had a lovely, quiet lunch out by myself. Good food and a book. Mmmmm….doesn’t get any better.
On the way to tea with a fabulous female, I saw this festive balcony above a busy shopping street. Just had to share it with you.
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| Don’t you just love the X-mas tree in April?? |
True Story: Husband asked to borrow my new Britney Spears – Femme Fatale. This is why I love him. He’s such a femme fatale *wink,wink…love you honey*
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| Dress – H&M; Belt – thrifted; Leggings – F21; Socks – ? |
Sorry guys, I’m feeling really unmotivated today *I couldn’t even put on make-up and I spent half the day in pajamas*. Maybe it’s the weather…it has been cold and rainy here for quite a while and everyone is wondering where Spring has got herself to. So I don’t have much to say, except that wherever you are I hope you’re well!
True Story: Baby had such a massive dump she woke herself up with it. And it leaked through all her clothes, into her blanket and her sheets! I know that’s gross, but all the Mama’s out there are nodding, “Yup, been there done that.” I know. I can see you.
