Thank you for all of the sweet words on my last post. I can't even express in words how very much all of your kindness has meant to me and G. A huge hug to all of you.
And now, for a Happy Friday video. I'm part of a group of girls, called the Wedding Whine Club (more details here). We've been working really really really hard on this fun industry event and I just had to share the teaser video. Enjoy.
Wedding Olympics Teaser from Wedding Olympics on Vimeo.
Video by Josh Ficklin
I've been a little absent from the blog. I know. There's been a lot going on in our lives. I wanted to give you all a little update on our journey (back story here and here). Our 2nd IVF was not successful. I'm realizing now that I may have not even said we were going to do a second round. We did. We started ALL over again. More drugs, another egg retrieval, another round with our hearts on the line. And this time, none of our fertilized embryos even made it to transfer day. We found out the first week of July. It was a hard thing to hear. But here we are. I've had some time to process all of this and am coming out on the other side feeling ok. I'm not going to sugar coat this, I am STILL sad. Sometimes I just try to appear to everyone else that all of this is not hurting me. That I am "totally fine". That I know "everything is going to be great and work out". But you know what, sometimes I don't feel that way. And I think that it is ok. It's all part of the process. We are looking into other options (so many wonderful and amazing options that are out there for us, that I feel so incredibly lucky to have), but it still hurts. It hurts beyond belief to come to terms with the fact that I will probably never carry my own child. I am slowly and surely letting go of the fact that I will probably never experience pregnancy. And you know what, most times I am ok with it. Most times, all I think about is...I want to be a mom and I want G to be a dad. And whatever way that happens for us, I know we will be beyond thrilled. But I think it is ok to mourn what we thought this journey was going to look like. I think it's important for me to acknowledge it here. I also want to acknowledge all of the amazing support that we have had throughout this process. Our family, friends, and even people we barely know, have reached out to us...and I must say that it means so very much to us. We will get there. We know it. We will one day have our happy little family.
{photo by me}
happy happy happy halloween my friends! Are you dressing up this year? I don't have a party to attend, but I just might have to wear a cute mask out today. I mean, come on, who wouldn't want to channel everything about this girl? I'm obsessed with her hair, outfit and that adorable mask.
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Well I did jump on the bandwagon earlier this year and purchase a pair of overalls. And I would like to admit that I love them. Yep, there I said it. Hmmmmm, now my eyes have narrowed in on this faux leather version. It remains to be seen if I will also take the plunge on these. But while I'm at it, I also added in a few accessories that would be perfect additions to this outfit.
Hey there Monday! Hope you all had a good one. Ours was a busy one (the usual), but a ton of fun. I have a few design + styling projects I'm working on in the next two months, so part of my weekend was spent mocking up some fun ideas. Yay, can't wait to share. In the meantime, here are some words to start your week off right.
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Well hello there October. You crept up on me. But I must admit that I am SO excited that fall is here and I feel like my wardrobe and beauty routine are slowly starting to transition. Ummm and when I spotted these booties online I may have squealed a bit. I mean, I must admit that I haven't actually tried these on yet, but you best believe that I will be running to the nearest f21 to see if they are comfy, cause they are pretty darn cute (and only $42.80)! Every year I stock up on these Target tights cause they are the best I've ever found. Yeahhhh, here's to fall layers on a shopping budget. p.s. I always end up buying beanies from the guy's section. I just love the slouchy fit wayyy better then the lady's versions.
As soon as I laid eyes on the amazing art by Kari Herer, I feel instantly in love. I mean, how could you not. Her use of florals and illustration stopped me in my tracks. I picked up a few pieces for our home and now I think I need even more. Hmmmm, they may be the perfect holiday gift for friends.
{kari}
