I'm a lucky girl

Both of my baby showers were great.  We got so many amazing gifts and I am so thankful for each and every one of them.  I can't wait for the baby to be here so I can love on him/her and put all of the goodies to use.  Here are a few key essentials we got.  I have to say, the best gift of all was the one my mom gave me, my grandmas baby bracelet.  Thanks mom:)

Starting at top, from left to right:

Evenflo ExerSaucer
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3420756&fromRegistryNumber=47096612&product_skn=71844


Baby 7 Jeans
http://www.7forallmankind.com/BABYS_FIRST_7s/pd/np/53/p/5914.html


UppaBaby Vista Stroller
http://mbeans.com


Aden + Anais Swaddlers
http://www.adenandanais.com/shop/itemdisplay.aspx?ID=260&SKU=2033


ABC Nursery Bedding
http://www.potterybarnkids.com/shop/baby/bedding/?cm_type=gnav

White Kendall Crib
http://www.potterybarnkids.com

Sophie Teether
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=4233184&fromRegistryNumber=47096612&product_skn=500602

Two New

Two new Sneak Peeks on...

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Comfort vs. Glam Halloween

How was everyone's Halloween weekend?  I've seen some great costumes online and have heard of some even better ones.
I'll be on a plane back to Boston this year on Halloween so I will not be dressing up, but if I were I would definitely choose comfort, like my brothers girlfriend Caitlin, over a glammed out costume like Kim Kardashians Poison Ivy costume (although I do love it).

Coconut Cake

I made this Coconut Cake for my baby shower.  Recipe found here and here.  Homemade and so delicious!

These shoes were made for walkin'...

I found my first pair of walking shoes while I was going through my "box" at my parents house.  My mom told me I was walking at 9 months.  Isn't that early?    I think they are the perfect little accent to put in the nursery.

Whaaaattt? Crewcuts-BABY

I LOVE J.Crew Crewcuts and have been waiting for the day the add a baby line and they finally did!  I was looking at the blog Me Oh My Mama! and came across the announcement.  I hope this line grows and grows.  Click here.

On a Glitter Kick

The girly side of me says the more glitter and sparkle, the better!

Great Pumpkin idea!
http://www.bhg.com/halloween/pumpkin-decorating/pumpkin-decorating-ideas/?rb=Y#page=4

www.tinyprints.com

 http://weheartit.com/entry/14690974

Perfect little cocktail dress.
http://e-n-l-i-g-h-t-e-n-m-e-n-t.tumblr.com/post/11305972684

http://baileysandthings.blogspot.com/2011/04/marilyn-minter.html

I want to try this on a shoot one day.
http://www.mochatini.org/ 

 http://cupcakesandcashmere.com/sparkled-apricot-nails/

Turquoise

I really love Turquoise.  You would know it if you walked into my house, but I think its time for me to start adding a pop here and there.  Too much turquoise is overkill in my opinion, but the right amount can really brighten up a room. 
I put together a little collage of some perfect turquoise accents.

1.  I'm thinking about putting this in the nursery. http://sueswink.tumblr.com/post/7166820906


2.  I love a turquoise contrast for a photo shoot.  Green eyes aren't a bad addition either:)  http://www.ellebaileyphotography.com/2011/04/kaden-explorer.html


3.  I love everything about this room.  http://pinterest.com/pin/199895834/


4.  Who doesn't love any color with double c's on it?!  http://pinterest.com/pin/253307301/ 


5. http://fashionandstyle100.blogspot.com/2011/05/eye-makeup.html


6.  I found this on etsy and I think it would be great for our pantry.


7.  Saw this bike while strolling the streets of Rockport, MA.  http://baileysandthings.blogspot.com/2011/10/rockport-ma.html


8.  I am in the middle of making our headboard and haven't picked out the fabric yet.  I like this solid turquoise(ish) color.  Found on pinterest.com.


9.  I have always wanted an all white kitchen, floors included, but I think the blue stripes are a perfect addition.  http://www.houseofturquoise.com/

The "B" Family

Click here to visit ellebaileyphotography.com to view some more of these pictures I took at "The Cove" park in Newton.

Rockport, MA

My parents are in town and a few days ago I took them to Rockport to walk around and do a little shopping.  I have been to Rockport a few other times and love it.  It's a cute little ocean town with neat shops, great coffee, and lots of candy.

The "P" Family

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Click here.

Sneak Peek

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East Coast Baby Shower

Thank you to everyone that came to my baby shower today.  I feel so loved and appreciate all of the great gifts!  December can't come soon enough.

First shoot to start off a busy next few months.

Billy Claiborne

Etsy

I am always on Etsy looking for good finds.  I usually find a few things I want/need but never really purchase, but I am SO glad I bought these adorable bibs.  Super cute and really soft.  Perfect.

Baby Mae Boutique
http://www.etsy.com/shop/BabyMaeBoutique?ref=pr_shop
You can choose the pattern you want and the backing material.

MIND, BODY, SOUL, AND, OF COURSE, SURFING

I have known of Laird Hamilton for many years.  Recently I read a book about his perspective on life that gave me a new found respect for the guy.  Laird is one of the best big wave surfers and definitely the greatest waterman of our time.  Many know him as husband of model/volleyball player Gabrielle Reece, but to me he is a physical and mental freak of nature who has mastered a mind over mater lifestyle.

In this book, Laird Hamilton: Force of Nature, he writes about overcoming fear, negativity, cultivating instincts, clean eating, goal setting and living your life to the fullest, just to name a few.  I highly recommend this inspirational book.