Apartment and Moving Part 2

It’s been 5 weeks since we moved, and I am feeling the withdraws. I miss the beauty, culture and busyness of Miami, but I don’t miss everything else, like the traffic, noise, impossibility of getting a parking spot in our local Publix, or the high expenses for everything. I also miss family and friends while from Miami. Do you see the oxymoron of the situation? I miss Miami, but when I was in Miami, I missed being closer to family and friends in Jax. I sometimes say I wish I could take Coral Gables, FL and drop it in Jacksonville. I would be so happy. We can’t have everything, so I’m thankful to be where we are now, and visit Miami as much as we can. I’ll just look back on these pictures to remember our apartment and Miami’s beauty. I am thankful that I didn’t just visit Miami, but I actually lived it. I feel like it’s similar to New York city. It’s never enough just to visit, you have to live it to get the full experience. I hope Alice Jane remembers Miami as she grows up. I know she loved living there and says how she misses it all the time.

Turning 30

I knew this day would come, and I thought I would be sad, but I’m not. This whole past year I’ve come to terms that I would be turning 30. I think it’s really helped me cope having a whole year to get used to it. Now that I’m here, and have looked back at my past 30 years, I’m happy. I’ve been through a lot, had a lot of love, grown stronger, been blessed, and at the end of it all, I’m happy to be 30. It’s true when they say that, wisdom comes with age. I’m not saying I’m super wise, but I can tell that what I’ve experienced in my life has turned to wisdom. I feel like life experiences is where true wisdom comes from: witnessing, living, loving; all of these things bring wisdom in life’s lessons. I’m happy to be older, wiser, and battered body. I also look at what I’ve been through physically, having two babies, and realize that it’s worth it. Extra weight gain, stretch marks; it’s all worth it. I’m so thankful for what God’s given me. I’m so thankful for my 30 years, and God’s help and love the whole way through, otherwise, I know I wouldn’t have made it.

On a less serious note, Miami just keeps surprising me. There’s so many layers to this city, I don’t know if I will ever get over it. This past weekend we went to Wynwood in Miami, and I was floored. I have never seen anything like it. I honestly can’t even fully describe it. It’s the most unique, interesting art scene I have ever witnessed, and I only saw a small piece of it. I am really excited to explore more of it. I think it’s safe to say that this lavender gate is the highlight of these pictures. This is actually a beautiful restaurant that I hope to try some time.

Burgundy and Plaid

I may have already mentioned it but, I’m so excited about Autumn. I’m even more excited because now that Alice Jane is in Pre K, her class has been planning all sorts of Fall activities that I can’t wait for. Field trip to a corn maze, the fair, and other fun Fall outings.

Other than fall activities I have been getting a head start on fall wear. It helps that the weather has been ideal. This plaid skirt has been the perfect addition to my fall collection. Plus, no fall outfit is complete without a burgundy lip. I love this one from Colourpop called Notion.

Jewelry from Rocksbox

Earrings – House of Harlow 1960

Necklace – Melanie Auld Jewelry

AJ & A of Oz

Ok, no one is going to Oz but, these red shoes and striped tights might make you think otherwise. I can’t get enough of layering baby clothes, it’s everything I wish I could wear but can’t. It doesn’t take much to convince Alice Jane to take pictures with her sister. Plus, no one can make Alice Jane laugh like her Papi.

Adelaide

I’m sure I overdid it with the pictures, but they are all so different! Ok, maybe not, but It’s so hard to choose. Have I mentioned how much I love thrifting? Her outfit cost a total of $2, not including the booties, which I got for $7 online at H&M. Even the bonnet was given to me from my grandmother, so her whole outfit comes out to $9, thanks to the thrift store. This is probably my favorite outfit that she has, I know I put it on her too much, but she’s going to out grow it soon, so I have to get all of the goodness out of it.

I had planned to post this weeks ago, but when I went to upload the pictures, I couldn’t find them anywhere. I was so upset, I realized I never actually put them on my computer and edited them like I thought. What really made me sad is that these are pictures from her 3 month mark, and I couldn’t believe they were gone. Thankfully after going through some sim cards this week, I found them! I’m so, so happy because she looks so cute in that bonnet, and it’s too small on her now so I wouldn’t be able to retake the pictures.

Can it be the 90’s

Get ready for another thrift story. I just can’t help it. I have to document this $1 thrift store find. I have been seeing ruffle shirts all over the internet, and it makes me wish I had my white ruffle bodysuit that I loved back in elementary school in the 90’s. I loved that shirt, so perfect and went with everything. I was so stoked when I found this ruffle silk shirt at the thrift store. It really took me back, and I was so happy when I found it. Plus, it’s the perfect shade of blue. My wardrobe lacks in the blue department. I also recently thrifted these Ralph Lauren pants as well. It is the perfect 90’s shape to go with my perfect 90’s shirt. I still have a lot of baby weight to go, but that’s not going to stop me from rocking this shirt. Be prepared to find me jamming out to Savage Garden and Boyz II Men while wearing this shirt.

On another note, how is it possible that I am shopping/thrifting for a pre K wardrobe for Alice Jane!? I really can’t believe that we are at this stage. I think it’s harder to grasp now that I’m doing it all over again with Adelaide. I’m still expecting her to be this little baby, but she’s not. Watching Adelaide also makes me realize that I’ve forgotten all the special little things Alice Jane did as a baby. I remember them, but vaguely. I find myself going back to old pictures and videos just to remember exactly how she looked and sounded. I don’t ever want to forget her special moments, but they are fading. It makes me more inclined to take pictures and videos of Adelaide.

Do any of you have kids that are going into Pre K or have gone to Pre K? What’s some advice you have about Pre K ? I would love to even listen to some funny story’s.

PS sunglasses from Polette, similar

Little Cotton Tail

Adelaide will be three months on Friday. It feels like time is going by so much faster, especially since she is already wearing 6 month size baby clothes. Alice Jane never grew out of her baby clothes so fast. It’s crazy how different they are. I love seeing those differences and their own unique personalities.
On a different note, I thrift-ed this top the other day, as well as 4 others like it, in different colors, for a $1 apiece. I hit the jackpot, because I also found at least 10 other cute vintage pieces that I can’t wait for Adelaide to wear.

90’s Vibe

It’s not easy dressing a baby bump. You basically need a whole new wardrobe, that will only last a few months at a time as your belly gets bigger. It wasn’t as hard the first time, but the second time is much harder to make my wardrobe last. I don’t want to have to buy a bunch of maternity clothes because A. It’s expensive and B. Most maternity clothes are not cute or original. In fact, they are really boring, but basic maternity clothes are key to getting through the months, without having to buy too much. So I have my basic’s but like I said, it can be so boring. Thrifted clothes have been a great way to get me through, and spruce up my maternity basics. The fit isn’t always perfect, but it has been helping me want to get dressed when I need to, and not just throw up my hands in frustration. It takes time and imagination but the process has been fun. I’m really happy with how this outfit turned out. This jumpsuit was so comfy and is for sale in our Ravishing Rabbit Instagram shop. It is a 22 W, so it’s still very large up top for me, I added a long vest to cinch it in. It has a very 90’s vibe that I love. The glasses are polette, that I actually won from a giveaway on my friend Carla’s Instagram. I love these glasses and I will definitely be getting more from them. I’m so happy with how these pictures turned out, my husband did such an amazing job. I love that I will have these to look back on.

Disney 2016 Part 2

Alice Jane got to ride on the tea cups and loved it, I sat this one out. We bought her this gigantic Hello Kitty for her 4th Birthday from Epcot.

Alice Jane was so excited to see Merida this time around, she was so happy.

She got to shoot a arrow too and did really well.

Me and David finally had another Chicken Waffle sandwich from the Magic Kingdom, It was so good and one of the few times David eats veggies on anything.

There are always so many birds at Disney but this was so cute, I loved how they followed their mom.

We tried to see as many Princesses as possible, Rapunzel was a must.

She was so excited to see Cinderella as well.

Story time with Belle was a blast, she’s always in awe. I love it, It makes going to see these Princesses over and over again worth it.

No Magic Kingdom trip is over til we get our Pineapple dole whip. We have to watch Alice Jane though, because she will steal it all.

I had a fun time picking out outfits for this trip, I love dressing for chilly weather. Layers are where it’s at.

I must have left all my glasses but thankfully I had these $2 pair hanging out in the car.

On the second day of our trip to Disney in January we went to Magic Kingdom. It  was a beautiful chilly day. We always have a great time at Disney. I love going but with Alice Jane everything is more memorable. I love the magic I see in her eyes, it makes everything more magical for me too. I hate that we are going to wait so long to take her again but we want to wait for the baby to be a year old before we go back. It will always be a favorite family vacation for us. Next time we go we will be a family of 4, and I can not wait.

 

Twenty Nine

I turned 29 today. Next year I will be 30, but I still feel 21. It’s amazing how the years pass by so quickly, when it feels like days. Being an adult is tough, but with the hard times comes unforgettable experiences that make everything worth it. When I was 24, I had no idea where my life was headed, and who I would be spending it with, but that same year everything changed. I met David, got married and had my first baby. Now I’m 29, and I still may not know where I’m going, but I know who I’m going with, and that’s all I care about. With all the uncertainties, I love that I get to figure life out with David, and our girls. The spontaneity of having kids has helped me be more flexible and compassionate. I’m thankful for the lesson’s I’ve learned. As much as the number 30 scares me, I’m actually not upset at getting older. I look forward to the lessons and experiences that come with age. I’m so thankful for this life that God has blessed me with.                  Here’s to another year!