my first mother's day...

no - no baby yet [weekly update coming tomorrow] but it's crazy to think this year I'll be celebrating my first mother's day (with a baby either in or out of utero, who knows). DJ keeps asking me what I want for mother's day so I thought I'd give him a little cheat sheet post with some hints... I know, I'm the best wife [and soon to be mother] out there! I don't want anything too big or extravagant - but I mean, if DJ really wants to get me something I should give him some ideas, right?

haha... anyways, here's what's on my mother's day wish list...

sleepy moby wrap [$45] - still don't have one of these and I think it would definitely come in handy especially during the six weeks I work from home!

Bath & Body Works Shea-Infused Lounge socks [$7.50] - these are my favorite socks in the whole world [and yes - they are on every "gift-list" that I make]... I could definitely use another pair [or 5]

...a new charm for my Pandora bracelet - I couldn't find a 'mom-specific' one that I liked online but I'm sure there's one out there...

...flowers - bright gerber daisies are my fave....

...OR I will also gladly accept an edible arrangement [yum]...

lastly, and most importantly what do I want more than anything on mother's day? 

...to meet my sweet girl! I cannot wait to be a mom and to hold and love my sweet P! 

seriously...

come on P! 

get a move on it girlfriend.

I'm ready to kiss your sweet face!

brown paper packages tied up with string...

okay - maybe they weren't tied up with string but packages in the mail are definitely one of my favorite things!  and we [well, mostly sweet pea] has been lucky enough to get a handful of these the past week - we've been continously showered with love and I have to share the last few packages we've received...

first, we got a package from our sweet friend Jenn -- she had gathered a few things for Sweet Pea from her worldly packages - an adorable bib from Australia, a sweet Dumbo/Disney blanket from Orlando and an adorable yellow sundress that Sweet Pea will be rocking this summer!

 then DJ's best friend Donny & his sweet wife Cami sent us some adorable goodies from NYC [well actually, Donny brought them with him when he came down for DJ's birthday] - so adorable and sweet... a NYC onesie, a "locally grown" bib, and an adorable pair of booties! so sweet....

sweet Jamie sent me an adorable onesie and super cute bows!  LOVE. check out Jamie's etsy store Home Made With Love for more adorable bows and goodies!

last, Sarah sent me a super thoughtful and fun package with some goodies just for me [and I guess DJ, hah] - vouchers for new parents, paper voodoo dolls [so don't piss me off], cocktail [or OJ] napkins and the sweetest card ever.

we're so lucky to have such thoughtful, sweet and just amazing people in our lives! 

can't wait for sweet pea to get here and to meet them all too!
[and now I'm off to write thank you notes because, no - this blog post is not a substitute for those!]

sick boys...

oh man. I'm not having the wednesday I planned on... I stayed home from work today to take care of my two sick boys - DJ is not feeling well and poor Ollie isn't doing too hot either. One doctors appt and a prescription for Nexium later hopefully DJ will be feeling better soon... $200 at the vet later Ollie seems to be in better spirits too...

....and me? well I had the pleasure of cleaning up loads of poop off the carpet for the past 24 hours (Ollie's not DJ, hah) and feeding Ollie prescription dog food every two hours with a spoon... I guess this is good prep for when sweet pea comes! ha... seriously though.... the Bissell Little Green has become my new best friend...

so that was my wednesday... oh and we got a crapton (yes thats a technical term) of packages - including DJ's 30th birthday present - his new watch! I was a nice wife and gave it to him early....

fun, huh?

So that's that, my craptastic (pun intended) wednesday - now I'm off to the apple store to see why snow leopard won't install on my "vintage MacBook" - maybe ill be coming home with a new computer...??

Haha... wishful thinking.

seriously though...

tiny prints valentines day cards...

can you believe it - January is almost over and Valentines Day is right around the corner [see my post on valentines gift ideas here] here are some fun cards to round out your Valentines Day... this year [and next] make sure to check out tiny prints they have adorable Valentine Cards for kids/classrooms and individuals!

Here are some of my favorite Valentines Day Greeting Cards....

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I love this one where you can add your own personal pictures...

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...and my personal favorite...

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so cute, huh? 

check out tiny prints for more adorable cards!

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valentine's gift ideas...

so last week I guest-posted over at All in My Twenties about some Valentines DIY gift ideas, as promised - if you're not a DIYer, check out these "run out the store or order online" gift ideas... while I love making gifts, I do also LOVE buying gifts for others and feel that I am a pretty thoughtful, fun gift-giver that loves to check out lots of places for gifts - hope you all get some good ideas from these!

here are some cute fun valentines gift ideas...

"I'm nuts about you" Keyring - $20, uncommongoods: a great way to be mushy without being too over the top, I got this for DJ our first holiday season and it still makes me smile when I see it on his keys [I like to think he likes it too, but maybe he just humors me]

KaPow cufflinks (or other fun cufflinks, found at various shops on etsy) - $25, whitetruffle on etsy

if your beau is a whiskey drinker then maybe some whiskey stones - a distinguished way to serve your drinks on "the rocks," literally - $19.99 (for set of 9), winestuff.com

Map coasters from TheBluePrint (on Etsy) - they have a variety of locations all for $35, these could be fun if you've taken a trip together somewhere or they have coasters for a place that is significant to the "two of you"

(Florida)

(South Carolina)

Jack Black First Class Five Gift Set [great products and a nice travel case] - $49, sephora

a more practical gift rather than lovey-dovey... Code Wallet for iPhone - slim leather case that holds an iPhone and 3-6 cards (available in brown, white and black) - $50, shophex.com

a valentines gift for your special lady... or yourself... adorable bow ring... $35 from muyinmolly on etsy

looking for an easy way to scrapbook all of your favorite moments together, personalize this "ticket stub diary" with tickets from your favorite concerts, movies and sporting events that you've attended together! $10 from uncommongoods.com

roadtrip map poster - if you and your love have taken a roadtrip or have/had a long distance relationship this could be a great personalized gift -- $26 from JanuaryJonesPrints on etsy

if you don't have the will or time to make your own "love coupons" buy some love tokens, set of 10 for $16 from uncommongoods.com

that's all for now - less than a month 'til our favorite red and pink themed hallmark holiday, get to shopping! 

true birds...

I have a soft spot in my heart for true birds jewelry, I love it - it's so fun and quirky and here's an amazing opportunity for you to get a fantastic necklace for a great deal!

bloomspot washington, dc has a deal running through the week (ends saturday at midnight) for $25 for $50, $30 for $60, or $50 for $100 worth of jewelry and accessories. it's a great way to do some holiday shopping for your favorite gals (and yourself) all at the same time. so do yourself a favor and grab one!

I have the harmonica necklace and I absolutely love it, such a fun conversation starter.

[harmonica, $48]

here are some other cute necklaces that would make great gifts (for yourself or others) this holiday season....

[purse locket, $48]

[magnifying glass pendant, $48]

[miniature telescope, $58]

[vintage hand mirror, $58]

so what are you waiting for?

get your bloomspot coupon, now!

true birds groupon!

check out this awesome deal groupon is running today...

$25 for $50 worth of jewelry & accessories for true birds!

true birds is a company based out of LA run by two adorable twin sisters 

[you might have seen their adorable stuff at Nordstrom]

they have headbands, broaches, clips and jewelry

personally I love their jewelry...

here are some of my fav necklaces....

story teller

jet plane

harmony harmonica

vintage silver fan

their necklaces average at around $50 so this groupon is a great deal to get a piece for only $25!
perfect if you're looking for a fun gift for someone [or yourself!]
the deal runs until thursday so hurry over to check it out for yourself! 

dogeared deal on groupon...

Isn't groupon amazing? even if they don't have it in your city, they have great online deals so I reccommend jumping on that bandwagon [ASAP]


speaking of online deals, if you're a fan of dogeared [like I am] - then you'll love this groupon.... 

$25 for $50 worth of jewelry at Dogeared Jewels & Gifts... now let's be honest - that will get you one necklace - and I'm way too cheap to spend $50 on one, but still, $25.00 for a dogeared necklace ain't too shabby... good quality, simple and uber cute.  I already bought a groupon and bought this necklace... 

...the deal runs until Friday, let's hoping I can last that long without buying another one! 

I mean how cute is this, it wants to be sent to my house... 

...and every girl wants [and needs] good karma...

which are your favorites?

happy shopping!

all I want for christmas...

DJ is starting his holiday shopping for me this weekend - the poor guy, what to do when your wife balances the checkbook and checks your joint checking online banking daily.... ouch. I suck. So, we're taking some cash out for him to go spend on me [yay]. So here's a little cheat sheet for him [and you - as always, feel free to send me gifts].

These also could be some good gift ideas, sooo check out my list and feel free to not only buy these for me, or yourself but friends and family too!

All I want for Christmas [and belated Hanukkah] is...

Glee: The Music, Volume 4 [$11.88] - I am loving the music this season and think that I need to own this CD [also acceptable iTunes gift card to purchase said CD]. Great for the Gleek in your family or social circle.

Flying Bulldog Tshirt from Mis Nopales Art Etsy Shop in slate or light pink [$17]

Comfy sleepy SOCKS. I love Bath and Body Works Shea Infused Socks [currently on sale for $5] - these are great stocking stuffers or small gifts for friends/female family members...

 The Blind Side on DVD or Blu-Ray.... yes I could get it off netflix anytime I wanted but I think I want to own this movie... I seriously cry though the whole thing but its just so darn heartwarming I LOVE it. Perfect for the sentimental sports fan in your life!

Now, these are out of our "budget" for this year but a girl can dream.....
**DJ take note so you can buy these for me when in the next five years OR when we win the lottery.... which is never, since we don't play.

Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Letter A Pendent in Sterling Silver [$185]...
I've wanted this for years but couldn't bring myself to splurge on it - the one time I decided I was going to bite the bullet and buy it a few years ago I marched into Tiffanys to be told they only sold them online... ugh.

Nikon Nikkor - Lens - 50 mm - f/1.4 D-AF [$290]

Nikon 35mm f/1.8G AF-S DX Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras [$195]

what do YOU want for Christmas?