the little things

things I love thursday.

A day late. ;)

I just have a few things to share with you that I am loving right now. There are always more, but I'll keep it short this time. :)

 

This print from this adorable shop I found today.

So me. 

These beyond cute freebie tags from my friend, Veronica's shop, Chic Tags that her talented hubby, Albert designed!

I can't wait to print them off and incorporate them into my Project Life spreads!

This nail polish. Essie's Maximilianstrasse Her.

I have it. I love it. I rarely branch out from my beloved pinks, reds and dark reds, but this one screamed try me! So glad I did.

The only sunscreen I use on my boys.

I love it that much! It's by Arbonne and is one of my top 3 fave products of theirs. My friend, Stephanie sells it if you're interested in scooping some up!

This Bible Study that blogger, Jess and her friend Nancy are leading for anyone, anywhere!  

Looking forward to learning more and more about my Lord right from home and following along with other christian gals!

This camera strap from etsy shop Bluebird Chic.

I love blue and orange together. And chevron! On my wishlist.

And finally, not "things" at all, but definitely ones I love more than anything! My 3 guys! This photo makes me smile so big! How blessed I am!

project life. weeks 19 & 20.

 

Happy Tuesday!  I hope you had a great holiday weekend!

Last week was a not so good one, as we put our family dog of almost 15 years, Craemer down on Monday. So Project Life shares waited a bit. :)

So, instead of just one week, I am sharing two this week!

Week 19:

I like to use a little bit of everything lately! Ha. Printables that I found on Pinterest that week, Studio Calico's Atlantic collection (I kind of love 6x6 paper pads now!), cards from the Jade edition. A little bit of everything!

Left side. :)

Right side. I decided to change it up a bit and use a design I haven't used in quite a while. 1 4x6 and all the rest 3x4's! I forget the Design Letter of this tho.

It wouldn't be a completed week without some sort of insert, now would it? ;) This one couldn't be passed up, as it was a big week with Liam turning ONE and all! :)

Back side of the insert.

The full spread of week 19.

Week 20 was another full one!

I had a small insert, along with a little printable sheet I filled out about being a mom. Fitting for Mother's Day weekend, I thought! :)

'Currents' card from Studio Calico, along with lots of other bits and pieces from there. 

I really liked using some of the 3x4 Jade and Blush cards in the 4x6 slots, as well as some of the cards that are intended to be folded and tucked away. I don't use them like that, so opening them up into a full 4x6 size was fun!

And can I just say I am so grateful that after MONTHS of printing my photos at home, I have finally figured out just the right setting for getting a full 3x4 photo with a small border?! I am complete. ;) hahaha! 

No, but seriously. It does make me happy. The little things, remember? :)

If you're wondering what Project Life is, please check out this link for all kinds of good info!

I am also linking up with the Mom Creative this week! Love her blog!

Hope you have a beautiful rest of the week! Be blessed! 

Citrus Lane Box #2

Grayson's May Citrus Lane box came this afternoon right before lunch, so we decided to dig in and share what we received! I actually liked this box better than last month's. Bonus! :)

I'm pretty sure he did too and you'll see why! Please forgive his crankiness at the end, my big hand and head towards the end and yes, I do say "moisture" weird! Haha! ;)

 

Anywhoo, this was a fun box! I like how they gave a small mama item this time too. That's always fun! :)

If you'd like to try Citrus Lane, they currently have a deal where you get the box, shipped for half off ($12.50) using code TAKEHALF

Also, if you use my referral link, you get a $10 credit and so do I! Win-win! :)

These boxes are perfect from ages newborn to age 5. When you register you enter your child's gender and current age and they do all the rest! you may also sign more than one child up to receive boxes.

Let me know if you have questions! This has been something fun for Grayson and I to do. He enjoys getting a box just for him and we enjoy the products together!

project life week 18.

 

 

Another week has been recorded. Another full week. A week I loved. I truly, truly loved this week. Highs and lows and everything in between. I loved it all. And I am pretty happy with this spread too! Bonus! ;)

A 5x7 insert about Grayson being sick, and another insert behind this one peeking out. 

The back of the 5x7 was a last minute thought using a photo that had fallen to the floor while working on the other pages and was later found just as I finished up. Simple. :)

The back of the other insert. All about May 4th. :) I had to print some photos through CVS online (not my favorite) because I ran completely out of ink for printing the last 3 photos and couldn't order more until the weekend. It worked so I'm happy!

(left side.)

(right side.)

Products used: Jade Edition PL Kit, Studio Calico Project Life kits from April and May, printables from Studio Calico, Washi and more printables that I found for free thanks to Pinterest. :)

Thanks for taking a peek into my family's Week #18!

Dear Liam. Month 12.

 

Dear Liam,

One year old. Already? How did that happen?! I know I say it all the time, but really...where did that time go?

You are amazing. A true joy. We are so blessed to have you, sweet surprise baby! :)

This has been the fastest year of my life. Thank goodness for photos and journals because there is no way I could remember it all!

Liam, you are such a little ham. You are loud and feisty. You scream when you want something, or when you're happy or when you're upset. Haha. You are just silly. And loud. Did I mention that? (Just like your mama, I know, I know.)

When we ask you how big you are you raise your arms up to the sky! It's so completely cute. Last week, you also started shaking your head no and you completely know how adorable you are when you do it too. You grin so big!

You love to dance and take baths. You love the faucet and to splash and hump the water and tub! hahahaha!  You are a great eater and are bigger than your big brother was at this age.

You started walking yesterday!!!  You took 4 steps all on your own and stand by yourself a LOT lately!  It will only be a short time longer before you're chasing Grayson all around!

You chew on everything. You hate the carseat and like being outside.

Your favorite show right now is Super Why and you love music and when mama acts silly!

You adore your daddy. And big brother. It's awesome to see you three together. My boys.

You are a very social baby. You enjoy people, especially other kids. You're just now starting to get a bit feisty during church service. It may be time for the nursery soon.

You find great entertainment in pushing cars, trucks, blocks, basically anything around the house!  It it so cute to see!

You have 8 teeth as of today (four on the top four on the bottom), wear size 5 dipes (big booty! ;)), 12 month shirts and pants and don't mind getting your teeth brushed.

You have finally just recently gotten into a better sleep schedule for naps and bedtime. You still wake one to two times at night, but Dr. Keating assures us that's normal. Though, after two years of babies, daddy and I sure do miss our sleep! When you wake, we just bring you to our room and let you sleep in the pack n play so you don't wake Grayson. Sharing a room is not ideal, let me tell you, but we make it work! Kind of.

You make a really cute growling noise. And make it a LOT.

Your favorite foods are peas, noodles, french fries, chicken nuggets and grapes. You dislike green beans and bananas.

You still have your stork bite in the middle of your forehead and I absolutely love it. It's shaped sort of like a heart and adds so much character to you sweet, expressive little face!

You weigh right around 21 pounds, Only 6 pounds lighter than big bro. Whoa.

You love to look out the window and think you're big stuff sitting in the front of a cart!

We love you and couldn't imagine life without you. I will never forget the day I found out you were on the way. Totally unplanned. Daddy and I were scared and overwhelmed, but never for a second did we doubt. We knew the Lord had big plans and we trusted in Him just as we do now. You are such an important part of this family, Liam! We all adore you, especially that big brother of yours!  You guys have such an incredible bond already (all tackles, choke holds and slaps aside! ;)) and daddy and I love to see you together.

Happy first birthday, handsome boy! We love you soooo stinking much!! You are a gift and blessing to us!

Lots and lots of love,

Mama & Daddy

project life week 17.

Errr...Project Life Wednesday in this case! ;)

Woop! 17 weeks! 17 weeks of memories recorded forever. And guess what? I still love this project!

I had a smidge of a busy week last week (sick toddler. doctor visit. life.) so I just worked on this spread whenever I got a moment.

(Left side)

I feel less overwhelmed by laying out my cards in each slot before actually adding any photos, journaling, etc. It's really helping me move along at a nice pace and yeah, less overwhelmed!

I used printables found on Pinterest (follow me if you'd like!), Studio Calico goodness (hello, sequins & the best journaling cards ever!), along with some more Jade edition. Love that I can combine whatever products and companies I wish and it still look okay!

And of course I had an insert this week!  There's just so much I want to remember! The back is full too, but I forgot to photograph it! Ha.

If you're new to Project Life or want to learn more, check out this link at Becky Higgins' blog!

things i love thursday.

Here are my shares of a few things I'm loving this week!

Essie nailpolish. All of it. But, this color (lollipop) I put on my fingers and toes today and man, do I love it! It's a perfect spring and summer shade.

eos lip balm. I haven't been using this a super long time, but whoa do I love it!  I have the mint and it's sooo yummy and the balm is perfect! I plan on getting all the flavors soon.

Studio Calico, hands down is my favorite scrapbooking website. For shopping, community, inspiration. It's got it all. Their customer service is top notch too!

 

Project Life. Of course. :)  I know I say it often, but this system has reinvented how I (along with many, many others) scrapbook. I can get SO many more memories down with this way of documenting and still be creative and use all those amazing scrap goodies! Thank you, Becky Higgins! :)

This scent from Scentsy. Kind of a silly name, but whoa is it good!  Totally light and refreshing. I wish they'd make it into a lotion and or soap. It's so clean smelling. SO Spring! I must stock up before it's gone. Totally in my top Fave 3 scents!

And that's my list this week! :) Happy Thursday to you!