Boot Browse

Headed to the mountains next month. Yayyyyeee! What to pack?? Lots of big poofy shit! But most importantly I needed a new pair of warm snow boots. Man, they are hard to find. I have a narrow heal. EVERYTHING I tried on was enormous. Clunky feeling. I have big feet so you put a large boot on me I feel like a damn giant and big foot all in one. I also want them to last, like, forever.

So, after returning four pair I think I finally found a keeper. Pajar. Fun branding...makes me want to walk in the snow. Love their packaging and they throw in a warm hat and scarf which was a fun surprise. Went with a short pair. Super comfy and warm. Decided it will be easier with snow pants or jeans and the like. But really like their tall boots too! I do not have Uggs and refuse to get a pair. These will be a fun throw on winter boot.

 

Check 'em out if you're looking. Can't wait to get to the mountains!!!!!!!!!!! My feet better be toasty!

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Momma's Day

8 weeks and counting...I get 12 weeks of maternity leave. It's flying by. I'm so thankful to get all this time with my bebe. Work is overrated. :) Love being home with my littles. Yeah, some day it's hard as hell, some days I can only handle one kid at home; I have zero time for anything, but Roan is growing fast and starting to get on somewhat of a schedule. We're getting there. And when they're sweet, it's so extra awesome! Granted, there are moments I could pull my hair out. Stay at home moms have the hardest and most rewarding job ever!

If I was fortunate enough to stay home I'd probably become a shopaholic! I've seen so many great things while browsing through catalogues in between feedings & laundry, running by stores and eye balling colorful threads on my 'one hour' errands when alone. Glad my body isn't quite back yet. Well, not glad, but you know...a new piece of something always makes you feel better. I'd have spent my credit limit in the five minute browsing trips! Great stuff this season!

I made it into Anthropologie the other week. It was perfect, Roan was asleep in the stroller, Rory was at daycare, I had one hour to shop. I grabbed several cute things and lots of sale items to try on. The second I got into the dressing room my little man started screaming. :( ready to eat...again, really, you just ate? I had no time to indulge. sigh. I'm not one of those people that can buy without trying on.

Mom's day is coming... how cute are the goodies below? As much as I wanted to try on those clothes, some colorful jewelry would feel good too! I should have checked it out while I was at the store.

These days, new stuff AND actually old stuff is like gold. I cannot even find my summer shoes. Basement remodel, moving rooms around, tiny little closets, I have things stuffed in corners, in the garage, in bins, under beds...the joy of bungalow living. :) I need a month and a shopping spree to reorganize my wardrobe. Creating extra space and $ for a new little bean is well worth it though. Love being a mom :)

Happy Mother's Day week!!!


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Lamps

So I've been keeping my eye on some bedside lamps. My budget is small. Yo, Target...check them out.

This one is from Restoration Hardware. Love the mercury.



$225 w/o shade



Target lookalike. Close enough...and prettier in person.

$35.99 w/o shade



These are NICE; I've looked em over several times at West Elm.

$69 with shade

$149 with shade

 Target options...and I will say they are much nicer looking in person. Pick out your own shade too and no shipping charge if you hit the store.

$39.99 w/o shade

I believe $39.99 as well, in store only

Not bad if you want to save a little cash. Similar looks.

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Retreat

This morning I received an email about a yoga retreat in Bali. I think it's a sign. I've been wanting to do this for years now. Anyone want to join me? Maybe a closer destination and obviously a later date. Sounds amazing. Meditation, yoga, organic food, spa, maybe a little beach time...

I tried to get my Zen on last week at a prenatal yoga class. It's not Bali, but it sure does my body good. Ran to my car after a much needed hour of bliss during a rainy evening. Turned the key and it sounded like Nascar. OMG...yeah, my car was making that noise. My husband was convinced someone stole my catalytic converter. (The device that converts the toxic exhaust into less harmful compounds. They are stolen frequently around the city.) What? I was furious! Who does that? To a pregnant woman, while in yoga! My $15 class was going to cost us our insurance deductible. In daylight, when we were able to check, he realized it was a part to the muffler that went bad (something like that), thankfully cost much less. I felt guilty for cussing out the not-so-perfect neighborhood, but still, I was robbed of my peaceful moment. Honestly, this stuff happens to me often so I thought for sure it was my luck.

Another week, another class. I think I'll go for a Sunday afternoon this time. After baby, I'm shopping me some new gear and getting my vinyasa and hot yoga back on. Have you been to lululemon yet? A store opened close to us. I'm anxious to get in there.

Love the stripes! Here's to getting daily peace back into my life.   :)

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Craving color

And spring. A little. I know, we've barely hit winter. Or had any snow, though I welcome it. My daughter is ready to go...she's been wearing all of her snow gear inside and I have new all weather tires. Bring it! I think I'm just feeling a little large and gloom in my prego world as of late. I wear mostly black. My wardrobe is diminishing by the minute, swollen fingers and ankles are happening already, we have stuff astray in the house b/c of basement remodel and loads of work to do. Overwhelmed maybe. Yeah, a bit.

Loving green as of late. Makes me happy and I think of cheery spring. This cute purse popped up in my email the other day! Want! Though I should be practical and save up. I have a feeling I'll be needing a bigger bag soon. I prefer the nice oversized purse option instead of the diaper bag. You? Diaper bag is too fussy for me.
 

Tillary Purse

Sweet color, right? Maybe I can find a larger version. Or deep blue. I'm dying over blue too.

I found this on a quick mall browse today though at lunch... and since there was a 50% discount on sale items AND I had a $10 coupon I scored this $45 beauty for $1.59. More green in person, makes me even happier it was practically free! Yay, just a little color added to my life, winter worry went away for a bit. :)


Celia cocktail ring

Send me diaper bag big purse ideas if you have any. I'm so busy at work, zero time to browse as of late. Tmrw is FRIDAY! We are painting all weekend. Hmmm, that's why I'm needing color. I'm going all neutral on walls. How many whites, tans, greys and off whites can there be!? I have a million and one swatches of white taped all over the walls.

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Some favorites

Liking... again with the grey (the clutch, the earrings, the pants, the boots, wish list, watches, kitchen). I cannot help but gravitate towards this color as of late. The kid's room will have it too. My entire home is turning grey! :) Needing comfy mocs and a cam bag though. I threw in the color for some change.

Lamp  •  Clutch  •  Earrings  •  Throw  •  Pants  •  Boots  •  Camera Bag  •  Moccasins

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I wish

Have you created a wish list on any of your favorite sites yet? Oh, it's a great idea for loved ones who have no idea what to get you. I have some, but we most desperately need furniture, a new TV, a water softener, a water filter, a new vacuum, a new basement, a new mudroom, a new car...basically BIG stuff. So...my "want" lists will have to wait this year. It's still fun to look though! ...and wish :)

Stella & Dot...1.2.3. go! I did their wish list one year and got some beautiful jewelry. I never buy myself nice bling. This was a sweet surprise, especially since I forgot what I had picked out! Few things I likey now...

Free People, people...yep. LOVE em. Create and then sign up to win your wish list!!!! Sweeeet. I like this bag and this dress and all of their jewelry that I cannot afford. The cuffs are really cool.

 Anthropologie. I always have a want wish list here. Oh, can you tell I like this color?

Uh, Etsy of course...click some favorites and share with the family. It makes shopping a bit easier for everyone. OR just go to AMAZON. Yep...

Wish from Any Website: Your Wish List Is Universal

Holy Cow...can I add a car on here? I think so! iPad, TV, shoes, coffee table books, socks...maybe I'll be a lucky winner and walk away with some of my wishes. Big prizes here! Check it out. This could be fun.

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Rewind

Flew to San Francisco for an extra long weekend. One of my bestest gals got married!!! Three weddings in SF in one year! That's a record. Four CA trips in one year, I think I may sit next year out. I'm tired. Jet lag is an understatement. I felt unrested the entire trip, I couldn't even muster up energy to shop. We browsed which was nice. I drooled mostly over furniture. Clothes, saw good stuff, but wasn't eager to buy. Maybe I just missed my girl at home too much!

Was great to see old pals and my cousins, meet new peeps and experience the beautiful city once again. I think we hit every single neighborhood this trip, wedding, 80's party, several bars, hung out at the park, went to the coast, ate a lot, drank a lot  watched people drink a lot and finally got my husband to a Giant's game. He's been a long time fan and we missed games last fall by hours. Too bad I didn't take too many pics of our 80's gear. I went for the total nerd look. Awesome!

Saw this sofa while wondering around Hayes Valley. Want it or something like! My husband responds, "we need to get that couch when we no longer have pets in our home." :( that wasn't a very nice thing to say, but he's right...dog and cat would sneak up on there often. booo

Popped in Azalea Boutique as well. Ahhh, cool stuff. Saw a few things. Too expensive for my current budget, but adored enough to remember...

Much to catch up on. Especially blog reading. Did find time to see this post yesterday on Design Mom. Maternity clothing, ugh, I hated looking at them last pregnancy...I bought one pair of jeans, linen pants and a shirt, that's it. I was able to fit into summer maxi dresses and put my stretchy clothes to good use. Winter though, I have nothing! Asos has some cute stuff. We have yet another wedding coming up. I'm so thankful it's close to home...just a drive up the street. Loving this black beauty. Wondering how big my belly will be in November?? This is on sale!

This is cute too...little short maybe?



I'm thinking about it... shoot me a message if you know where to find some good belly clothing! I may just have to add two more pieces to my maternity wardrobe this year. ;)

Glad to be home, much to do. Catching up as fast as I can...

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Is it Fall yet?

So ready for boots. and tights. and jackets. and scarves. and hikes in colorful leaves. I'm starting to smell the season in the evenings. I love it!

These Anthro pants rock! ...and the this outfit is baby bump friendly too. Uh, YEAH, read my previous post you uncommitted readers. ;)

Anthro Dress boot combo

I LOVE these boot boots and I spotted this Jacket yesterday. Want!


Anthro Herringbone Boots



Eddie Bauer Skyliner

Hmm...I should hold off fall shopping until we get to San Francisco next month. Shopping for shoes there alone makes me so happy! My cousin is also a thrift shop queen in the city. Maybe I'll search for a leather oldie.



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