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Uncategorized • February 14, 2013

Video Post: Sequin Sparkle

 

Sequins & Tulle on Vimeo. (Song: “Different Names” by Death Cab for Cutie)

Wearing:
Sequin Top: J.Crew (love this one)
Pink Top: Express
Skirt: gift
Wool Color-block Coat: Nine West (similar)
Sunglasses: Prada
Heels: Nine West
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff Mini MAC
Necklace: J.Crew
Leopard Bangle: J.Crew (similar)
Link Bracelet: J.Crew
Watch: Michael Kors

Happy Valentine’s Eve! I’m posting this video/outfit post because this is the ideal thing I’d wear on a Valentine’s day date! Now, don’t get me wrong, I love the traditional pink and red outfits- but to be honest, there are times where I don’t want to be gimmicky, and I’d rather go for a bit of class! In my opinion, the subtle pop of pink of holiday-ish enough for me! There’s lots of gems sprinkled within this outfit. The first being this sequin shirt. I love how I can layer it, wear it on it’s own. Dress it up with a skirt, or dress it down with dark denim! The second gem is this gorgeous skirt. I wore it last week with a denim shirt and loved how flowy and fun the outfit was… but it’s so versatile that I can also feature it as a statement in this romantic outfit! What’s your ideal Valentine’s outfit? Traditional pink or red? Or something glam/romantic? Thanks so much for reading!
p.s. special thanks to my wonderful Husband, J for filming and editing the video. He is truly a natural talent and I’m so lucky to have an aspiring photographer/videographer for a soul mate. To view my last two video posts, you can click here, or here– or just click on the “videos” tab above to see all of them!

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Comments

  1. Tian says

    February 14, 2013 at 3:22 am

    This is a beautiful look! I love the top and the skirt.

    aspiringforever.blogspot.com

    Reply
  2. Spoonful Of Diamonds says

    February 14, 2013 at 3:45 am

    i love the skirt! saw tons of skirts similar to this outside of the lincoln center for nyfw!

    xx

    http://spoonfulofdiamonds.blogspot.com
    http://www.facebook.com/SpoonfulOfDiamonds

    Reply
  3. Sharmili says

    February 14, 2013 at 5:01 am

    love the skirt! it's so girly and perfect for v day 🙂

    Mili from call me, Maeby

    Reply
  4. Natali says

    February 14, 2013 at 5:11 am

    Beautiful skirt and top!

    http://lartoffashion.blogspot.com

    Reply
  5. prettyanddelectable says

    February 14, 2013 at 5:17 am

    Beautiful! Lovely video!

    Reply
  6. Maria Camila says

    February 14, 2013 at 5:19 am

    Absolutely Gorgeous. That video is beautiful. you always look great!Thank you so much for stopping by my blog =)

    XO, Adropofbliss.com

    Reply
  7. t says

    February 14, 2013 at 5:36 am

    Nice outfit! I like the leopard print heels!

    http://initialed.blogspot.com

    Reply
  8. Jill J @ Classy with a Kick says

    February 14, 2013 at 6:04 am

    I am in love with that skirt! Amazing!

    Jill
    Classy with a Kick

    Reply
  9. CP and KW says

    February 14, 2013 at 6:15 am

    gorgeous! obsessed with the skirt
    kw ladies in navy

    Reply
  10. The Style Chapters says

    February 14, 2013 at 6:41 am

    Love the skirt and those heels! Definitely a classy and chic look!

    xx
    The Style Chapters
    http://thestylechapters.blogspot.com

    Reply
  11. kamila says

    February 14, 2013 at 7:38 am

    fine skirt :]]

    i invite to me too

    http://WWW.LIVE-STYLE20.BLOGSPOT.COM

    Reply
  12. Stacey says

    February 14, 2013 at 8:05 am

    Happy Valentine's Day! You look so adorable and I love the RM MAC!

    xoxo
    Stacey

    Five Minute Style 

    Reply
  13. Am2Pm Chic says

    February 14, 2013 at 8:16 am

    You look fabulous, and Happy V day.
    xoxo
    Christy

    http://www.am2pmchic.com/

    Reply
  14. The Dainty Dolls House says

    February 14, 2013 at 11:03 am

    You look gorgeous, love the whole outfit xx

    Reply
  15. Roxii says

    February 14, 2013 at 12:16 pm

    The sequin top is amazing!

    http://www.studdedkisses.com

    Reply
  16. Angel Hendricks says

    February 14, 2013 at 1:54 pm

    love the bag and shoes

    Reply
  17. Blue Dog Belle says

    February 14, 2013 at 4:01 pm

    This is pretty much the best outfit ever. Seriously. Happy Valentines Day love!

    Reply
  18. Agnes W says

    February 14, 2013 at 4:44 pm

    Beautiful! Love the skirt, makes me think of princesses and sweet dreams 🙂

    Happy VDay!
    http://infinitehouseofillusions.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  19. Fashion Railways says

    February 14, 2013 at 4:53 pm

    hey hun
    Happy Valentine's Day!!!!!
    I just found your blog ans I love it!
    really cute lay out and interestig post!
    Check my blog if you want and maybe we can follow each other:)
    I have also a GIVEAWAY hosted in my blog!
    xoxo

    http://www.fashionrailways.com

    Reply
  20. Sunny & Star says

    February 14, 2013 at 5:48 pm

    Tulle, leopard, and sequins! You are absolutely a girl after my own heart. You look absolutely stunning and I love the video.

    Tracy @ Sunny Days and Starry Nights

    Reply
  21. Nerdy Asian says

    February 14, 2013 at 11:47 pm

    I think I like outfits that are a little classy but romantic at the same time! I love the skirt you have on! 🙂

    Reply
  22. Terri says

    February 15, 2013 at 1:06 am

    You look beautiful! I love everything about this!

    http://stylishsass.blogspot.com

    Reply
  23. Maya {CharminglyStyled} says

    February 15, 2013 at 2:20 am

    I love this look {and the video} Elle! So fabulous – hope you had a Valentine's Day 🙂

    xx,
    Maya

    Reply
  24. A J says

    February 15, 2013 at 2:18 pm

    Adorable Valentine's Day outfit…pop of red, sequins, pearls and a flirty skirt! And your hubs did an excellent job on the video! I hope you do more videos in the future!

    -AJ
    FitTravelerAJ.blogspot.com

    Reply
  25. Nee says

    February 15, 2013 at 7:36 pm

    this outfit is amazing:) you remind me so much of the blog atlantic-pacific:)
    have a great weekend xx

    Reply
  26. Cambria says

    February 15, 2013 at 10:04 pm

    REALLY fun to see your outfit in motion! Loving the sparkle and tulle…it's such a chic and sophisticated outfit, but still fun for a night on the town.

    <3 Cambria
    jupefashion.blogspot.com

    Reply
  27. Lottie says

    February 15, 2013 at 10:23 pm

    cool! like it!
    love your blog dear! could you please check out mine?
    it would be an honour!
    It's fashion damnit
    thank you so much!
    Lottie xxxx

    Reply
  28. thecoyotethistle.com says

    February 16, 2013 at 12:20 am

    Hi Elle, Thanks for the follow. Great blog!

    http://thecoyotethistle.com

    Reply
  29. i.s. says

    February 16, 2013 at 12:30 am

    thanks so much for your sweet comment – i'm now following you on gfc – hope you do the same!
    looking forward to your future posts xx
    http://www.vicariousLA.com

    Reply
  30. Ruva says

    February 16, 2013 at 12:59 am

    love the last two photos!

    just discovered yr blog. wanna stay connected?? i will start by following via GFC. hope you stay connected too.

    come on over to the fashionably wild side and be a vixen ♥
    http://voguevixens.blogspot.co.uk/
    https://www.facebook.com/pages/voguevixens/345967255517552

    Reply
  31. For All Things Lovely says

    February 16, 2013 at 1:35 am

    Hey love! I'm so happy you commented on my blog so I could find yours! I'd love to stay in touch and collaborate sometime! I'm your newest follower and adore your blog! xo.
    Megan
    http://www.forallthingslovelymr.blogspot.com

    Reply
  32. Anna Brain says

    February 16, 2013 at 4:51 pm

    Oh wow! You look soooo romantic!! Beautiful photos! 🙂

    Reply
  33. Catherine Belle says

    February 16, 2013 at 5:31 pm

    thanks for your comment on my blog hun. Your outfit is lovely, I like the sparkly top 🙂

    sure I would love to follow each other! Just did on gfc, hope you follow back xo

    catherinebelle.blogspot.com

    Reply
  34. ♥B says

    February 16, 2013 at 5:36 pm

    Hey Girl!

    Lovely outfit/video 🙂 We haven't chatted in a while.. I hope teaching is going good! I got a new blog- With Love From, B

    I'm re-following you here 🙂

    XX, ♥B

    Reply
  35. 100 suns says

    February 16, 2013 at 5:37 pm

    Great pictures!!!
    Would you like to follow each other?
    http://1hsuns.blogspot.com/

    Reply
    • 100 suns says

      February 16, 2013 at 5:47 pm

      Follow you back!

      Reply
  36. Antonella Iavazzo says

    February 16, 2013 at 5:37 pm

    I really like this outfit!
    Thanks for your visit on my blog, i really like to follow each other! I already did on gfc and facebook, i wait for you!

    http://nelslicious.blogspot.it/
    xxx

    Reply
  37. Mara Franzese says

    February 16, 2013 at 5:45 pm

    Beautiful blog! 🙂 Thanks for your comment on my blog dear!! I am following you on GFC & Facebook!!! :)) Hope you'll follow be back!!! Kiss :**

    http://fashioncroque-madame.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  38. Malwina ;) says

    February 16, 2013 at 6:29 pm

    I love ii ;)) realy beautiful
    I follow and I hope to answer LookTown ;))

    Reply
  39. Sofia Donatelli says

    February 16, 2013 at 9:03 pm

    Beautiful look on you.

    If you get a sec, check out my latest post 'The Perfect Party Dress'.

    Have a great weekend.

    Sofia
    stylishlyinlove.blogspot.com

    Reply
  40. Lauren says

    February 16, 2013 at 10:59 pm

    Elle, what a stunning outfit! I am so in love with tulle lately, and I ordered a skirt similar to yours online hehe. This outfit post makes me wish I had it now! Thanks for the inspiration re how to wear it. happy valentines day! xo

    Reply
  41. Perpetuity says

    February 17, 2013 at 1:40 am

    Love that skirt, so many great ways to style it!

    Reply
  42. Red says

    February 17, 2013 at 2:20 am

    hello! I don't like this outfit. It makes you look much older. But the rest of your blog posts are ace. I really like your sequin jumper like a few posts down. I like the name of your blog, its kind of inspiring. Kind of I'm following you :)and would be most appreciative if you would check out mine 🙂

    http://rubeeredreviews.blogspot.co.uk/

    also do you know how to make the link into like a clickable thing? Rather than a copy and paste thing. Help appreciated 🙂

    Reply
  43. A Pinhead says

    February 17, 2013 at 5:30 am

    So happy to stumble across your blog!!

    I am your newest follower and can't wait to see what you post next 🙂

    apinhead.blogspot.com

    Reply
  44. casper+pearl says

    February 17, 2013 at 5:44 am

    thanks for stopping by our blog, yes id love if we could follow eachother!
    follow us via bloglovin and gfc and we'll do the same 🙂

    http://www.casperandpearl.blogspot.com
    xx

    Reply
  45. M Renaaye says

    February 17, 2013 at 7:49 am

    I absolutely love this blog 🙂 gorgeous!

    http://missrenaaye.blogspot.com

    Reply
  46. Melis's world says

    February 17, 2013 at 10:55 am

    Really nice skirt n i like your shoes.Wanna follow each other?Make sure that if you follow me,i'll do the same thing..Let me know!!

    KİSSES

    http://fashionfrommyeye.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  47. Alessia Morello says

    February 17, 2013 at 11:25 am

    Cool outfit! I love it!! The skirt is a dream!

    Join my GIVEAWAY!
    http://www.theitaliansmoothie.com

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  48. Athena Ben. says

    February 17, 2013 at 11:29 am

    Thank you for dropping by my blog and leaving me a comment! 🙂
    Lovely outfit.

    Sure, I'd like to follow each other. I am now following you on both Bloglovin and GFC.

    xx, A!
    glimpsesofa.blogspot.com

    Reply
  49. Miuw says

    February 17, 2013 at 5:51 pm

    This outfit is flawless ^^

    xx
    L / CocoMiuw

    Reply
  50. Elmedina Tiric says

    February 17, 2013 at 9:25 pm

    Great outfit! I love it!<3

    http://nekinovi-klinci.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  51. Sara says

    February 18, 2013 at 1:30 am

    I just love your outfit! such a cute combo!

    http://sarassweetstyle.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  52. Lindsey Price says

    February 18, 2013 at 6:06 am

    That length of skirt looks great on you! I love the whole look!
    xo,
    Lindsey
    http://www.themosteligible.blogspot.com

    Reply
  53. Meghan says

    February 18, 2013 at 7:38 am

    Love love love it! I am seriously coveting your beautiful leopard print heels!

    Reply
  54. Rachel Lynne says

    February 18, 2013 at 6:28 pm

    Your videos are always SO COOL! This is stunning, you are stunning! This outfit is so adorable 🙂

    Reply
  55. Brittney says

    February 19, 2013 at 12:27 am

    The volume on that skirt is gorgeous! I love the shots of you turning around with the skirt billowing away. This was a great Valentine's Day look!

    Brittney

    anotherbeautifulthing.blogspot.com

    Reply
  56. Annie says

    February 19, 2013 at 1:09 pm

    That skirt is SO pretty – love it with the sequins!

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

    Reply
  57. ACT says

    February 20, 2013 at 2:22 pm

    Such a beautiful outfit. I love everything!!

    xo Ashley
    http://www.ashnfashn.com

    Reply
  58. Sheila says

    February 21, 2013 at 12:50 am

    Love this look!!! Super cute!

    xo – Sheila
    Enter to win Dr. Hauschka Regenerating Eye Cream!

    Reply
  59. Kristina C says

    February 21, 2013 at 2:59 am

    Such a lovely outfit! That skirt moves beautifully when you walk.

    Kristina
    http://daydreamdelightful.com

    Reply
  60. Whitney Cosgrave says

    February 21, 2013 at 3:11 am

    what a great outfit. those heels are AMAZING!

    Reply
  61. Amy Shaughnessy says

    February 21, 2013 at 3:46 pm

    Absolutely love this look! So perfect!

    Amy
    Fashion and Beauty Finds

    Reply
  62. Bella Mariella says

    February 21, 2013 at 8:52 pm

    Elle! I love the video! That was so cute and your hubby did an amazing job on it! Love the Rebecca Minkoff clutch. xx

    Marianne Y
    BellaMariella.com
    Bloglovin

    Reply
  63. Vittoria @ The Beautiful Things says

    February 21, 2013 at 10:25 pm

    love that bag!

    xoxo from nyc & http://www.the-beautiful-things.com

    Reply
  64. Mira says

    February 22, 2013 at 9:46 am

    Love this!

    Reply
  65. Annelicious says

    February 22, 2013 at 1:35 pm

    Nice video, beautiful outfit!!

    New post on my blog, check it!

    http://theannelicious.blogspot.it/

    Reply
  66. Brittany LeSueur says

    February 23, 2013 at 4:59 am

    I think this is my favorite outfit of yours!! I almost thought I was reading Atlantic-Pacific for a split second. You need to let me take pictures of you! And tell the husband he is really killing it with that camera. Missing your guts already…and I hope J doesn't hate me for my movie choice!! Ha ha!

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  67. Me, My fashion and I says

    February 23, 2013 at 12:46 pm

    Lovely!!!!!!

    Kisses from Me, My fashion and I

    http://maissydaniels.blogspot.com.es

    Reply
  68. Haley Titus says

    February 24, 2013 at 2:02 am

    Huge fan of tulle! Loving how girl this outfit is<3

    Best,
    Colour Me Classic

    Reply
  69. Kate Lees says

    February 24, 2013 at 7:32 am

    I love your shoes, they are gorgeous!

    http://raincheckfortimbuktu.blogspot.com.au/

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  70. Dreamer Anete says

    February 24, 2013 at 8:05 am

    You look adorable! <3
    Amazing look!
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  71. Michela Mazzon says

    February 24, 2013 at 3:34 pm

    really love this look! So chic <3
    MY DAILY STYLE

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  72. The Wearist says

    February 24, 2013 at 5:10 pm

    Gorgeous skirt! And I must say, those are the perfect leopard pumps.

    Reply
  73. Brittney says

    February 26, 2013 at 5:09 pm

    Nine west always makes really chic and comfortable pumps. I would love to get my hands on that pair!

    Brittney

    anotherbeautifulthing.blogspot.com

    Reply
  74. Carmen says

    February 26, 2013 at 9:52 pm

    Great combination, tha skirt looks so pretty!
    xx
    http://www.clothesandcamera.com

    Reply
  75. Ainara Ferreira Fernández says

    February 28, 2013 at 9:04 pm

    Really nice outfit! Just discovered your blog, I'm your newest follow dear 🙂
    Hope you can check out mine and follow me back if you like it!
    xoxo

    Not a Fashion Affair

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  76. Yosilda K says

    March 23, 2013 at 6:47 pm

    Elegant look, the sequin top goes brilliantly well with the white skirt!!

    Reply
  77. Alyssa says

    April 14, 2013 at 3:49 am

    Is it creepy that I'm commenting on this post from Feb?! But I HAD to because I know right where you did this… well I think I do, is this on Roosevelt and like 2nd?! I love that church! it's so beautiful! And that Big door that is in the front is just great! (: Awesome pictures! (:

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I have hundreds of DM’s in my inbox after I post I have hundreds of DM’s in my inbox after I posted about a controversial topic on my stories this morning. In true social media fashion, the response is overwhelming. Meanwhile, I posted some lovely garden photos yesterday and get all of 5 comments on them. 😑

This is why social media is so successful, am I right? It’s nice to see you all in my DM’s but please make your way over here from time to time. 😉 I honestly stay away from IG because of the addictive nature, but at the same time I’ve made so many friendships here that I truly value. There’s been times where I walk away from it altogether for weeks at a time. But every time I come back I’m reminded of how many kindred spirits that are out there, fighting the good fight. Doing the kingdom work we are called to do in a world where our culture doesn’t want there to be “right” or “wrong”. 

I can’t tell you how many “I feel so alone in this” messages I receive. It is so difficult going against the grain. Against all cultural norms. You feel like an alien… but I want you to know that you aren’t alone! Keep faithfully plodding and discipling to your children, my friends!
The sweetest little helpers in the garden. 🥕🍅🥒🫑🧺 

These garden photos are from last month! With this heat wave we are having we just harvested a TON of zucchini, squash, and cucumbers!

Do you have a garden this year? What are you growing? Also, if anyone has advice for how to get the tree swallows to stop attacking us when we go near their nest that’s be fabulous 😅😆 I don’t want to move it but we have stay on guard when we water in the mornings or they fly around trying to get us away! Those innate parental instincts are remarkable. ☺️
This week I’m writing + filming about a hallmark This week I’m writing + filming about a hallmark of the Charlotte Mason method: narration. Have you ever heard of it? What would you like to know? 

I’m focusing heavily on how we use narration in our homeschool, but if you have specific questions about it, I would love for you to 1. Take the poll in my stories, and 2. Ask any questions you may have about narration in the comments so that I can answer them in my video! ❤️
Happy Mother’s Day! I especially want to encoura Happy Mother’s Day! I especially want to encourage those who are intentionally making a better life for their children than what they may have experienced as kids. It is not easy to change the cycle, but it’s well worth the effort. 

In the words of Louisa May Alcott, “A woman's happiest kingdom is home, her highest honor is the art of ruling it not as a queen, but a wise wife and mother."
📚 We are moving right along with term three of 📚 We are moving right along with term three of our school year. Slow but steady, we will finish up mid June and I’ll begin prepping for next school year in July and August! 📚

Here’s some of my random old and new tips + what I’ve been doing to help keep organized with the CMEC. 

01. Keep a regular day for nature outings or field trips. We have two days a week where I intentionally plan a hike or museum visit, etc. One is usually at the middle of the week and the other is at the end. It offers great variety to our weeks.

02. Notebook! I have had the girls consistently notebook this year, and it’s been such a delight to go back and see my form 1b student’s progress! I have a video coming out about how we notebook and why you should try it very soon! 

03. To stay on track with our morning timetable I’ve been writing the time we end each lesson in my logbook. It’s really changed how productive I am in making sure we get everything on our timetable done for the day. (I have a video on my logbook if you’re interested in learning more about that!)

04. And 05. Popsicle sticks! Friends, if you’re already a CMEC family, use these to help you choose which activities you review! I have on these for old singing games, French songs, folk dances or Swedish drill routines. I’ll share more on what I have on ours, specifically, but it’s fun because the girls and I get to be surprised rather than me choosing what we review!

06. Art instruction. Originally I had us doing three art lessons per week in the afternoon, but it didn’t allow for enough free choice, so we’ve reduced it down to one formal lesson a week for six weeks, then we change the method. So right now we are in week two of our chalkdrawing lessons. After six weeks we will switch to brush drawing instruction for the remainder of the term! As Charlotte Mason recommends, we draw from memory, model, and from imagination. 🌞

I hope this was helpful to you! So many of you guys are using @the.cmec next year! I am SO excited to see all of you at the online form meetings this coming year! 👏🏻 #thecmec #thecmecform1 #charlottemason
Do you keep your spices in a cabinet, on a shelf o Do you keep your spices in a cabinet, on a shelf or in a drawer? This drawer is right next to my stove and it’s my favorite way to store my spices! I reuse these little jars and fill them every couple of weeks with my bulk @azurestandard spices. 🧂
Are you planting a garden this year? What are you Are you planting a garden this year? What are you growing? Containers and raised beds? Or in ground? What do you plan to grow? Veggies? Flowers? We are doing a little bit of everything. 😍

It’s my third year growing food. (And ironically, our third house 😅) We just got our @greenstalkgarden planter, several @smartpots, and six raised beds that are ready to be filled next weekend. Really looking forward to this gardening season! 🥕🥬🥦🌽🌶🫑🫐🍓🥔
“Let them once get in touch with nature and a ha “Let them once get in touch with nature and a habit is formed which will be a source of delight through life.” -Charlotte Mason 

My kiddo had a birthday this past weekend. We do one main gift and a couple of small gifts; typically they’re  things they can use outdoors. Bikes have been a popular birthday item around here! My eldest wanted an apple tree last year. ☺️ But this year we got N a mud kitchen! Some friends of ours had one they built, and it inspired us. My kiddos have been playing on the forest floor in the mud for years now, but it’s exciting for them to have a little space in our garden for mud play. 🌳 What are some fun outdoorsy gifts you’ve purchased for your kids?
📚 When should I teach my child to read? How sho 📚 When should I teach my child to read? How should I teach my child to read? What does Charlotte Mason say about reading lessons? How did she teach children how to read? What curriculum do you use to teach your child how to read? 📚
These are all questions I answered in my blog post and video, “teaching reading the Charlotte Mason way” 📚 you can also swipe over to see some of my favorite CM quotes on teaching reading! 📚

I also shared what I do with my 3-year-old (which is very minimal) if you have younger children. You can view the post at the link in my profile! Are you up children school-aged? What do you use to teach reading?
I needed to accomplish a lot today. There was more I needed to accomplish a lot today. There was more unpacking and organizing to be done, pictures to be framed, meal planning to do, laundry that needed folding, bike rides to be had, meals to be prepared, sourdough to be prepped and lesson planning + pre-reading to do. Oh and dishes. So many dishes. 😅

I do essentially all of the inside housework aside from taking out the trash + recycle, but for a season my husband helped out while N was small by doing dinner dishes and sometimes even preparing dinner so I could nurse her after we ate. But as of late, I’m trying something new where I don’t ask my husband to clean up after dinner and instead I do it myself. I don’t mind it, and since my girls are old enough to get their own pj’s on now, I’ve been doing dinner clean-up (as well as lunch and breakfast clean-up and prep!) before I head upstairs to tuck them in, read them a story and sit with them while they fall asleep. Call me old fashioned, but I’m happy to do it, and I delight in my husband being able to enjoy some time with the girls after dinner instead of clean up a mess after a long day of working.

I’m not really sure where I’m going with this post - I’ve felt pulled in so many directions today and it’s something I feel often, (and I’m sure so many of you can relate) but after five months without a home to care for and nurture I simply can’t feel frustrated or annoyed at my list of 10,000 things I need to do. Instead I pray my way through each task. I sip tea in between. I light a candle and wear my great-grandmother’s apron as I work. I read notes like the one my six-year-old left for me this morning and I weep tears of gratitude and joy. Happy Sunday, my friends. ❤️ 
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(swipe to read her note 🥰 + a transcription in the comments!)

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