Tuesday, August 2, 2016

BACK TO SCHOOL

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This is Dylan’s last week of summer vacation before school starts and he’s officially a kindergartner.  The last month or so has been jammed packed.  I will post more about it in the coming weeks, but today wanted to share a few back to school favorites for Dylan and the little dudes in your life.back to schooltee | hoodie |tee | backpack | pants | long sleeve tee | shorts | sweatshirt | shoes

Peek Kids is always a favorite around here and the perfect place to shop to add a few new tee’s to Dylan’s closet to make him ready for kindergarten.  The other day Dylan and I stopped into our local store to check out the new arrivals in person.  These are a few things we both really like and will be perfect for him.

The tee’s are perfect with his favorite shorts now or the softest jeans once the weather cools off (probably not until November – eek!)  This hoodie is the perfect addition to any outfit for cool mornings on the playground later this fall or in the air-conditioned class room now.  This sweatshirt is my absolute favorite.  He is the leader of the pack and makes friends wherever he goes.  I am sure he will come home with a bunch of new friends on his first day.

We got Dylan this backpack last year for preschool and even after a year of use, it’s in excellent condition.  I was flipping through the PBK catalog a couple of weeks ago and he asked for the matching lunch box, which we ordered with his name on it to match his backpack.  As we get closer to the first day of school, I have mixed feelings on sending him to school with his name on his backpack for anyone to see and call out to him by name.  If I decide against using it for school this year, this bag is the perfect size.

All of his supplies have been purchased and I am still trying to figure out why each child needs twelve glue sticks.  We are going to meet his teacher and visit his classroom later this week and on Monday he’s officially a kindergartener!

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Thursday, June 30, 2016

FIRE TRUCK PARTY INVITATION

Dylan’s fifth birthday is quickly approaching.  How is it possible that he is almost five?!?!  When I asked what kind of party he wanted he answered that he wanted a fire truck themed party at the same indoor play place we had his fourth birthday party.  We had such a great experience there last year I was more than happy to oblige.  Since the party space at the venue is pretty open and shared with other parties that might also be happening; decor will be kept pretty minimal but it’s fun to tie in a theme with a fun invitation, balloons, party favors, thank you cards and of course the cake!fire truck party invitation

I had these invitations made on Etsy and could not be happier with how they turned out or the quality.  The dog driving the fire truck is my favorite part and so totally Dylan.  The flames are the backside of the card!  How fun, right?  Now if only finding a baker for his cake was only just as easy!

*I edited out the date, time, location and phone number for privacy reasons.

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Thursday, December 24, 2015

NORTH POLE OR BUST

We had Marnee from Marriott Photography take the kids picture for our Christmas card back in September and I am so in love with how they turned out!  We may not have a white Christmas, but that doesn’t mean we can’t try to make it to the North Pole. #northpoleorbust  Wishing you a very Merry Christmas from our family to yours!

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All photos taken by Marnee at Marriott Photography.

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Monday, November 9, 2015

OH DEER!

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I’ve always loved Christmas and having kids to celebrate with makes everything about it so much more fun!  This year I am excited to see Lex in her first Christmas program at daycare, the kids on Christmas morning and all of the fun activities leading up to the big day.  I have a lot planned for them between now and then to get into the spirit of Christmas and cannot wait to do it all!  All of the stores are getting decked out for the holidays and from experience, I know if you wait it will be gone.  So while I know it seems early, I am getting prepared for Christmas.  Here are a few of the things I am crushing on for the kids to make the next month or so a little more festive!

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For him:

Trapper hat – I absolutely love this hat.  I could see either of the kids wearing it while playing in the snow.  Gap

Jingle all the way tee – We always love our Peek tees!  This one is no different and would be so cute to pass down to Lex when he out grows it.  Peek, baby version here

Super soft jeans – These super soft jeans live up to their name!  They are incredibly soft and have gotten Dylan over the hump of not wanting to wear jeans.  He’s been wearing these lately and actually asks to wear jeans, which is a big step over here.  Gap

Plaid shirt jacket – This plaid shirt jacket is one of my favorites!  I hope Santa has one in his sleigh for Dylan.  Peek, baby version here

For both:

Striped pajamas – I love these rugby striped pajamas and so does Oprah!  They made her recently released list of favorite things.  I can’t wait to see the kids in these next month.  I love the kids in matching pajamas.  I can’t wait to see them in these in front of the tree.  Burt’s Bees

Reindeer – The kids got these in their stockings last year and they are so cute in person!  We love Jellycat stuffed animals and this did not disappoint.  If you are looking for something cute and cuddly, this is sure to be a hit.  Jellycat

For her:

Red dress – This dress is perfect for Lex for the holidays!  Christmas can be pretty warm here so this would be a great choice for her.  Worn alone or layered, it is the perfect choice for any holiday party! Peek

Pom hat – The pom on this hat is oh so cute!  It’s the perfect accessory for any outfit all winter long.  Anthropologie

Oh Deer sweatshirt – How cute is this sweatshirt?  The reindeer faces wrap around the arms to the back.  So cute with skinny jeans or red leggings.  This is a must for Lex! Gap

Skinny jeans – These jeans are a staple of us in the cooler months!  We had a pair last year and I can’t wait for her to wear them again this year!  I love the darker wash.  Peek

Here’s to the happiest of holidays!  I can’t wait for it all to begin!  If you have favorite holiday traditions, I would love to hear them in the comments.

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Friday, November 6, 2015

TRICK OR TREAT 2015

I hope you had a happy Halloween and are coming down off a sugar high. I ate my fair share of the kids’ candy for sure! This year we took the kids trick or treating with another family and everyone had so much fun! We had an early pizza dinner, got dressed and hit the streets so we could be done in time for bedtime for the little ones.

I didn’t realize it until I went back through my photos, I didn’t get a single picture of my kids together on Halloween this year! #mommyfail  With promises of candy filling their baskets by simply a knock on the door with a “trick or treat” they were not into us taking many pictures.trick-or-treat-1 trick-or-treat-3No one answered the door at the first house they went to, the looks on their faces are priceless.  Where’s the candy?!?!trick-or-treat-2

It’s no secret that Halloween is not at the top of my favorite holiday list.  After seeing how much the kids like getting dressed up, Dylan wore his police officer costume to preschool three times the week before, I might just be convinced to get dressed up next year!  For now it’s time to put away the trick or treat bunting, bats and the cutest trick or treat bags until next year.

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