Dear dears,

Dear Devon,

 Sometimes I laugh about how much we are alike...although I can't always see it. We both love to dress up. Isn't that every mother's dream? To have a girl want to be just like her? You love your makeup and lipgloss. The darker red lips, the better. You are our family's best hugger. You loved your big sister the most from the moment you laid eyes on her... We both love scary movies. Me, the bad 70s type ones and you Scooby Doo and the Loch Ness Monster. We both are cranky in the morning. But are fine after coffee (or cranapple juice).

 It's funny because you look just like your daddy. Both have the same beautiful, intense blue eyes. Reminds me of the ocean. You also have his blonde curly locks (lucky girl).

  What will you be like when you're older? You are such a fun-loving, spirited little girl. Not even 4 yet and you have no fear. You love to climb and explore. No coloring or legos for you. You want to be out there doing things. You also love to put on a show (not sure there who you're like)... I have a strange feeling you'll keep me up at night and make me worry.

  When Chloe was your age, I was pregnant with you. I can't imagine you sharing the spotlight with a new baby. You are (and will always be) THE baby. Our baby.

 I love you so much it hurts. You are here and you're perfect.

 Love,

 Mommy

36 is the new 12

Chloe is camping with Mike and the Cibolo princess group this weekend.

Leaves me and little D plenty of time for fun in the sun.

Stone Tables at WR lake park

Lady bug umbrella is necessary for play!

Random ramblings:

Will i ever grow up...do i want to?

Barbie is bewitching

Miss my girl

And boy

I wish someone would read and sort my mail for me

RIP Mr. John

my phone annoys me

Is it a bad idea to watch scary movies while the Mr. is away?

red or brunette

American. Horror. Story. best show ever. 

Tues. Oct. 18th

slouchy, soft, caramel leather

curly locks...lucky girl

How old would he be now? How long has it been since he left?

back ache, neck cranky, head ache, oh my

It's the weekend...somewhere.

Just jumped on the Instagram bandwagon.

$1 bin rings from target

super rare Gullwing Benz from the '50s

Coco and her "C" shirt from american apparel

 Ten reasons I'm smiling.
1. Eloise
2. Devi's impish grin and bear hugs
3. Drive soundtrack on itunes
4. Camo and denim
5. State fair 10.10.11
6. turtles swimming
7. fire Tuesday
8. Mike's homemade dressing
9. mismatched wine and champagne glasses
10. sweet friends (thanks Amy)

The best thing about being jobless is being JOBLESS.

Things on my mind this Thursday.

Sweetest collection of my Mee-Maw's and vintage box purses

Orange pumpkin cremes in Mee-Maw's orange carnival glass

Never realized I like orange so much...

Shopping the kids department...oh no, she didn't

One of the perks (pitfalls) of being petite (a little person) is perusing the kids department.
Especially when certain trends are in: Peasant blouses, to the knee skirts, babydoll empire waists, all are found easily (and on the cheap) in local kid's sections.
What I'm loving right now.

modern day fanny pack  jcrew.com

so glam with a fitted oxford  jcrew.com

boys gray shirt zara.com

elbow patch sweater zara.com

 

The good old days?

Recent changes in my life have me thinking...which isn't always a good thing.
Things seemed much simpler as a youngin'.
No mortgage. No real responsibility. All fun and games.

I reminisce...dancing late into the night with my girlfriends. Rebelling. Against parents, teachers, society, really any authority.

Me, Amy and Wesley = Teen angst trouble

The rest of our girl gang

 Back to reality, being a teen was horrible. Not knowing your place in the world, living with your parents, being insecure and unsure....not so fun. 
If I could only live now with some of the teen trouble-free ideals. Not having to worry about life, money, my kids getting hurt, real-world issues.
I am happy as an adult and will (try) not to let life bring me down. Word up.

Rain Reigns

It finally rained last night...nothing better for sleeping, except I can't sleep. Blah.
Here's to the positives.

Bell jars in my kitchen...wanting to add something fun and/or creepy to them

 

 

Similar one on etsy.com

Fine Friday night dining at Tukta Thai

Mr. Clothesminded having fun with orange peels

To do list:
1. Sell books at Half Price
2. Be a soccer mom
3. Attend a four-year-olds birthday bash
4. Get pedicure and feel like a socialite
5. Buy the "Drive" soundtrack