Happy Halloween

Happy Halloween,  from Me, Mike, and our beautiful little miss red riding hood!

Sweet Angel Face

Big Changes

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Sometimes I cant believe how far this little blog of mine has come. When I first started this blog in November of 2010 I knew absolutely nothing about design or blogging, only that I wanted to create a blog to document my pregnancy and journey into Motherhood. It amazes me how over time this small seed that I planted has blossomed and flourished into something I hold so dear to my heart. Blogging has become an incredible passion for me, the writing, the photography, the wonderful community of woman and Mom bloggers I feel so honored to be a part of.

This is why I am so excited to share all the new changes that will be taking place on my blog over the next few months. The biggest change of all and the one I am most excited about is that my blog will be getting a huge makeover thanks to the lovely Tiffany from Tiffany Kuehl Designs. I cant tell you how long I've been dreaming about a new design, and I am so excited that it is finally happening!

Along with the new blog design I will be taking the time to refocus my goals and vision for this blog (this doesn't mean I'm taking a break). I cant wait to share all the exciting new changes and features that will be taking place.

Thank you all for your support and friendships, it means so much to me!

Sunday Mornings

Sunday mornings are truly the best. Hope you weekend has been wonderful!

Song: Keep Your Head Up

" Keep your head up, keep your heart strong

no, no, no, no.

Keep your mind set, keep hair long

Oh my darlin, keep you head up, keep your heart strong

no, no, no, no.

Keep your mind set in your ways, keep your heart strong. "

Bits + Pieces

On Wednesday Chloe and I spent the day babysitting my friends sweet little girl. It was a beautiful, sunny autumn day so after breakfast I took the girls on a walk around the forest preserve near the house. Both Chloe and Juliet were so tired they quickly fell asleep during our walk. It felt amazing to be outside soaking up the beauty of nature, to think and dream and be surrounded by peace.

Currently

Loving: Recently I have made the decision to clean up my skincare routine and make the switch over to all natural, non toxic products. The three most recent products I have bought that I absolutely love are Thayers Rose Petal Witch Hazel Toner, Acure's Oil Free Facial Moisturizer, and Zum Bar Goat's Milk Soap in Patchouli & Orange.

Watching: Same as usual- Law and Order Special Victims Unit, Dr. Phil  America's Next Top Model, and Diners Drive-ins and Dives!

Listening to: A few weeks ago I heard the song Only Love by Ben Howard on the radio and instantly fell in love with his music. I pretty much listen to him daily these days!

Thinking about: How to practice positive discipline with Chloe. It's hard to believe we're already at this point in time where Chloe needs more discipline in her life. To be honest I feel completely unprepared for this new stage we're at. I know with all my heart I want Chloe to always feel like she is free to be a child, to explore, learn, and make mistakes. And In no way do I want Chloe to ever feel ashamed or embarrassed or to be subject to corporal punishment. But I'm human, I make mistakes, I get angry and frustrated and I know that sometimes I don't always respond to her in the way I should. This is something I really want to learn and change.

Dreaming about: Changing my look and putting forth more of an effort in my appearance. I would love to get my hair dyed and styled soon as well as piercing my nose and getting a new tattoo. Ahh a girl can dream right?!

Looking forward to: Chloe's second Halloween! We got her costume over the weekend and I cant wait to see her dressed up and take her trick or treating around our neighborhood!

Making me happy: Chocolate, tea, and watching Mike and Chloe laugh and play together.