sneak peek

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The countdown has begun…two weeks until the big day! We are in disbelief that it has arrived so quickly, but ready to share our joy and gather with friends + family. I’m excited to share this sneak peek of our upcoming 1st birthday/bastille day party for Henry + Marie! Curious + Co. Creative designed this logo for the invitation and event, and once again took my vision to another level. I have to admit-I started dreaming up the idea of this féte the day they were born! Event planning is a passion of mine, and I’ve been busy driving myself nuts attending to every detail. Since we have twins and know our family is complete, we decided to go BIG with the party, as we’re only doing it once! I can’t wait to share more!

(my babies…ONE…sniff sniff)

a beautiful body project

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Yes, I stretched physically while growing emotionally and spiritually to grow humans inside of my body and fed them from this body too.
Yes, I am sexy.
Yes, I will never be the same.
Yes, I am a Mother.
Oh yes, I am proud.
Yes, I am vulnerable.
Yes, I am as strong as a house.
Yes, I am your sister.
Yes, I have a story too.
Yes, I am a reflection of you.

This is an excerpt from the Beautiful Body Project by photographer Jade Beall. I am personally incredibly inspired by it, as I have always struggled with body image issues, especially now after having twins. I am slowly learning to embrace my body in it’s current state and be thankful and amazed at what it was (and is) capable of. I want my children to appreciate their uniqueness and know their beauty, inside and out. Jade’s goal is to promote positive body image and love for oneself, as a woman…as a mother. Please visit the website to get more information, support the project, and be inspired.

image courtesy of Jade Beall Photography

missing paris

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I am missing Paris something fierce. France in general, actually…it is calling me. I want to be lounging in those green chairs, fresh baguette in hand, people watching in the Tuileries…right now. I try to get there at least every three years, to see my brother and family, and to get my francophile fix. The good news is that a trip next spring is in the works…YES! The bad news? Well, that seems like a very long time from now at the moment (although I am so grateful for the opportunity, whenever it happens). In the meantime, I am busy planning Marie + Henry’s birthday bash, which happens to fall on…Bastille Day! Oh yes-what used to be my annual event has turned into our babies birthday-how perfect is that?! To be clear, they were born on July 13th, but after 6 PM…it was Bastille Day in France! More on that soon…but if you’re in need of a “fix” like I am, find a quiet moment and visit my archives, and link through to my favorite francophiles here.

little hip squeaks

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Happy Friday! I’m excited to help spread the word about the new site and product launch of Little Hip Squeaks! With modern designs for babies and kids, they are eco-friendly and made in the USA-we all want that. I have great respect for founder and designer Amy Richardson’s artistry + dedication. She is a hard working mom who has built the business from the ground up, and her success is an inspiration. You can be sure that Henry + Marie will be seen wearing these new summer designs very soon! Please visit the site + SHOP till you drop. Bon weekend friends!