july stitch fix.

I have something fun to look forward to each month. It's called Stitch Fix, and it's such a neat service. If you've never heard of it, you pay $20 to receive a box of clothes + accessories hand-picked by a SF stylist. Whatever you love, you put that $20 stylist fee towards, pay the difference, and send the rest back ... in a pre-paid USPS bag from your mailbox. It couldn't be easier. If you love every single item, you also get 25% off the total. Everything has been very good quality, and I love that I didn't have to go shopping! I'm only two months in, but I'm already hooked.

Here's what came in the mail last week ...

And here's what I kept!
[Gilli "Ryland Maxi Dress" $84]

[If you're interested, here's my referral link to Stitch Fix.]

four friday faves.

[1] The Astronaut Wives Club on Thursday nights ... this is such a good show.
[2] "Guacapotle" burger @ newly opened Grub burger bar in Tallahassee ... the best burger I've ever had, and I can't wait to go back. :)
[3] "My Father's World" by Praise Baby cd ... Hollis listens to this @ nap/bedtime. Love it.
[4] With Eli's birthday this week, I have to include this newborn picture ... so unbelievable our sumo baby transformed into the little guy he is today!

getting older.

At this point 3 out of 4 of our children have had their birthday this year ... Matthew is up next. His is an extra special one, so he will have a post all his own. :)

First up - Hollis on April 9th.
SO hard to believe our baby is now three! We had a fun day planned with her favorite breakfast foods, taking her to see Cinderella [her first movie in the theater], and presents, of course. The next day we headed to the beach for more celebrating with Mama Anne, Daddy Nick, Aunt Susie and Uncle Dave. This is the first year she really understood her birthday, so that made it extra fun.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Next in line - Hudson on May 20th.
Hudson's big day began with his breakfast of choice, and ended with swimming @ the country club + his most favorite dinner - Hungry Howies pepperoni pizza. As a bonus, Hudson's birthday usually falls around Memorial Day weekend, so there's more celebrating there ... Star Wars style. :)

Last but not least, Eli on July 6th.

Somehow Eli manages to stay little, which is so nice considering his siblings are growing up way too fast ... and we never would've predicted his little size since he was by far our biggest baby! [weighing 9 lbs. 5 oz.] Our now 5 year old had a big birthday, which kicked off at the beach with lots of family on the 4th of July. Firetrucks and legos were the theme - his absolute favorite. Then on his actual birthday, he enjoyed sweet rolls for breakfast, his first set of golf clubs, lots of pool time, and a happy meal for dinner. Safe to say, our little guy had a big time. :)

 

four friday faves.

[1] "The Battle Hymn of the Republic" ... performed by the U.S. Army choir.
[2] Pottery Barn's "Painted American [wooden] Flag"... just love this.
[3] Old Navy Americana tee ... Hudson will be wearing this tomorrow. :)
[4] "Ice cream flag" cake ... I would probably never attempt this, but how amazing!

selfies.

 

 

 

 

This is what happens when I let Hollis hold my phone. :)