The little things...

Sometimes we go through life so fast that we forget the little things.  A crazy life with an 11 month old and two parents working fulltime leaves little room to enjoy life.  BUT I have come to realize that we HAVE TO start slowing down and enjoying the little things.

Playing on the beach...

Family...

Fun...



Baking Christmas cookies...

Best friends...

Laughing...

Too many drinks (= more fun haha)...

Love <3 ...="...">

Babies...

Life is precious and enjoy everyday, even if some days are harder than others.

Adrienne xoxo

Working out...not so much

My workout regime has gone from 5 times a week to maybe one or two. Prior to being pregnant, the ONLY reason I would not workout is if I had to work late or was going to happy hour. Then I got pregnant...

I did pretty well for the first 6 months. As my belly got bigger, my runs got slower and less frequent. Then I was on bedrest the last month of my pregnancy. Then little E arrived...

Late nights, early mornings, little sleep and my obsession with my new bundle of joy put working out on the BOTTOM of my list. Once I realized I needed to go back to work soon and NO clothes fit, I snapped back into reality.

I went on Weight Watchers and made an effort to workout more, even if it was running with he jogger stroller. Luckily the weight came off ... Give or take those last 5-8 lbs.

Now little E is almost 1 and I am back in a rut. She is going through a mama's girl phase and there is no time once I get home from work, make dinner, put E to bed, etc. I know all you mom's know exactly what I mean.

However, I vow to do my best to workout when I can BUT first and foremost is my family. Sitting down for a nice family dinner, pushing E in her wagon or just playing around the house is my #1 priority. Working out will happen... at least that is what I tell myself :)

 Adrienne xoxo

back to reality

Well....back to work today! Our vacation to OBX was very nice!!  Not as relaxing with a almost 1 year old but little E truly enjoyed herself.

The ride down proved to be LONG (10 hours to be exact) and painful.  After 6 hours, I looked at the map and anxiously got excited that we were almost there.  THEN we hit the WORST traffic I have ever seen.  Four hours later in torrential downpours we arrived!  Thank god my sister was in the back with Emily to keep her occupied.  She did sleep about 5-6 hours of the trip :)

Aunt L and E watching Madagascar!

Once we arrived, we relaxed then were eager to hit the beach.  Little E is still getting used to the sand, so we spent countless hours trying to keep her from eating the sand or putting it in her mouth.

She did manage to tire herself out on the beach!!

One thing I learned on this trip is that she TRULY loves her mom mom, who was the only person who could get her to sleep.

And she also loves her Aunt L (prob cause they are both so goofy haha)!

The views were AMAZING from our house.

Next trip is to Disney!  I am praying little E sleeps on the plan.  I don't want to be that person with the annoying, screaming baby! haha

~Adrienne xoxo

Fabulous Friday - NEON

I am starting a new weekly blog post called Fabulous Friday.  I will be picking a new topic each week that I think is absolutely FABULOUS!!!!!!! 

Today is all about neon neon neon.  Shoes, dresses, sunglasses, nail polish, etc. 

Here are some of my favs!

OPI, Marc by Marc Jacobs Sunglasses, Matiko Tee Sandals, BCBG Cielo, Marc by Marc Jacobs Dreamy,  Rebecca Minkoff Mini MAC

TGIF!

Adrienne xoxox

Addiction to sad songs

I don't know why but I love listening to sad songs, since I normally have a tear in my eye at the end.  I LOVE country music too, which is FILLED with sad songs.

So...I was just listening to Pandora and Kenny Chesney's "There Goes My Life" came on and I found myself repeating the song.  Not sure why since it is about two high school kids that end up having a baby.  The whole premise of the song is summed up in this line...

 "that mistake he thought he made, covers up the refrigerator...he loves that little girl"

It made me start to think that no matter what happens in life, the good and bad, we can get through it.  Sometimes it is not until you are faced with a hard situation that you realize how strong of a person you really are.  And sometimes that sitaution makes you a better person!!

Sorry for such a powerful post on this sweltering hot hump day!  I promise to write a lighter one next :)

Adrienne

Father's Day

I am lucky enough to be blessed with such an amazing father.  Now that I have a daughter of my own, I realize how important it is to be surrounded by people you love (yes a tear is flowing down my check). 

My dad not only worked his butt off when we were little to provide for us but he also was involved in our lives, especially when it came to sporting events.  He would work all day then come home and do side jobs, not even taking a shower until 11pm.  Back then I did not appreciate his hard work and dedication but I now see how that molded the person I am today.  I try to possess his work ethic and dedication but also find time to laugh.

The good come with the bad.  My dad and I are also two very stubborn and hard-headed people.  We like things our way.  We like to argue.  Most importanly we like to be right (ALL THE TIME)!

I just want to take the time now to say thank you to my dad for everything. 

Not only did I grow up with an amazing dad but also an amazing Pop Pop and godfather!!  YES I am one lucky girl.

Happy Father's Day weekend to all dads out there!!!

~Adrienne xoxo

Fashion: Pre and Post Mommyhood

I am no fashionista, but I certainly tried harder to look fashionable prior to being a mom, mainly cause I had the time.   Also, I only had to really think about myself. 

To sum it up...

Ah one day maybe I will get back to my somewhat "fashionista" ways!

Adrienne xoxo