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Nursery Finishing Touches

July 24, 2012 by Aliesha

Yesterday I finally completed a couple of little projects I’ve been meaning to do since we revealed the nursery in January.  First up, we hung Vera’s quilt behind her crib.

You may not be able to tell in the picture, but her crib is far enough away from the quilt/curtains that she can’t reach them.

Secondly, I finally made the other pink houndstooth shade for the window!  I have been putting this off since I don’t really like to sew, but I “just did it” the other night and hung it yesterday.  It looks great, though it feels like it’s always been there!  (I have straightened up the bookshelf since taking this picture.)

The vintage yellow suitcase holds baby carriers.

Next, I added hot pink rick-rack to the plain white lamp shade by the glider rocker. It helps brighten it up a little bit!

I also hung a hook on the back of the door for hanging outfits (we like to lay out church clothes the night before) and coats in the winter.

Another thing I did was switch Cordelia’s and Vera’s clothes in the closet so that Vera’s are now on the bottom so she can pick out what she wants to wear each day.  Oh, and her clothes are now in color order.

 
 

Their closet is actually somewhat “makeshift.” We installed spring rods and a curtain (also on a spring rod) to form a closet in a doorway (there are two doors to this room) since there was not a closet.  It’s working really well and holds lots of clothes!

Vera loves getting her pajamas out of her dresser before bed.

One project I am still working on is the gallery wall in the “play” corner.  I’ve been playing around with an arrangement, but I’ll probably still change it a little bit before hammering any nails.

So that’s what I’ve been up to lately, among other things!

Filed Under: baby, decorating, nursery, Vera

My Favorite Baby Carrier

July 18, 2012 by Aliesha

I had a friend ask me several months ago what my favorite, go-to baby carrier was, and I had to tell her that I didn’t know!  BUT, that was before I met the Boba Carrier.  🙂

The Boba Carrier is my absolute favorite baby carrier, and if you would like to babywear your newborn, baby, or toddler, it is the carrier I would recommend if you can only buy one!

Read why I love the Boba Carrier over on She {hearts} It today!  (I’m also giving one away!!)

Filed Under: baby, babywearing, reviews, she {hearts} it

I Will Remember

July 9, 2012 by Aliesha

Most days are quite busy for me lately, with an active almost-two-year-old and a social four-month-old who has learned to roll/propel herself off of the bed. Some days I feel like I barely have a chance to breathe, let alone “savor every moment.”

But the truth is, this season is fleeting.  Every season is.

Saturday I forced myself to slow down a bit and to savor the sweetness of who Cordelia is this month. I took some photos of her to help me remember what I love about her right now. (Perhaps if I can chain Vera down long enough, I can take some photos of her this week as well.)

Cordelia, I will remember how much you love to make eye contact with me & Daddy.

I will remember your sweet smile that breaks forth so easily.

I will remember how happy you are, and your lovely content personality.

I will remember your chubby arms, legs, and tummy.

I will remember the funny faces you make.

I will remember your tiny hands that curl around my fingers and hair.

Those eyes! Oh, I will remember those eyes.

I will remember your soft, fuzzy head and your hair that has continued to lighten since your birth.

I will remember your lips, which are so perfectly pink.

I will remember how strong your head is as you lie on your tummy looking around the room in wonder.

I will remember your curiosity and alertness.

I will remember how you roll to your tummy every chance you get.

I will remember how you crane your head to see us when we talk to you from across the room.

I will remember how you chew on your toes with delight.

I will remember that perpetual line of drool descending from your chin.

I will remember your “coo’s.”

I will remember your creamy, perfect complexion.

I will remember how much you love to stick out your tongue at us.

I will remember those cheeks.

I will remember your sweet nose.

I will remember the thrill you give me every time you smile.

Cordelia, I will always remember how blessed I am to be your mother.  While this season is busy (and looks to get only busier!), I would not for a moment have it any other way.

Filed Under: baby, Cordelia, family, parenting, photography

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