Fiesta like there is no mañana

This weekend we celebrated my mama's birthday, fiesta style. We threw together a last minute surprise party. Our inspiration for the party was Jessica's artwork from Little Baby Garvin. She is an AMAZING chalkboard artist and mama. period.

My sister and I slaved cooked in kitchen while my mom was guided by a top secret plan all day until she was "surprised" at the fiesta.

Decorations & Cupcakes. ( Shop the decorations here. )

Operation: surprise party. FAILED. Well at least the surprise part. All of our guest were enjoying themselves so much that no one heard my mom come through the garage. That was suppose to be our cue. Ooops. Sorry Mama.

The birthday girl.

Operation: Fiesta like there is no mañana, success!

Spring Favorites

I just love the feel of spring days with neons and neutrals. Don't get me wrong, I love to cuddle up in the fall. But with longer and brighter days there always seems to be a bit more of a spring in my step. I can't wait to rock my neon and neutrals this spring.

Here are some keys pieces to matching with your mini

ONE. TWO. THREE. FOUR. FIVE

I am so disappointed. Just as I put up the link for the neon mila cap toe flats from J.Crew, the neon color is SOLD OUT online. I swear they had them in every size in the neon. Race like a racehorse to your nearest J. Crew store to pick those cuties up. THEY ARE A MUST.

In other shoe news, I could not put these in my cart hand fast enough. They are perfect for spring. They will brighten up an outfit in no time. Plus, Who would refuse some sparkle? Not me.

What are your Spring Favorites?

21 Weeks

How far along? 21 Weeks.

Toal weight gain: 5lbs.

Maternity Clothes? Just a few tops and one pair of pants. I would MUCH rather wear oversized non-maternity clothes.

Stretch Marks? Nope thanks to handy dandy coconut radiance scrub.

Sleep? Sleeping well for the most part with a few tosses and turns.

Best moment this week: Her kicks are getting stronger where daddy can feel them. She weighs ONE whole pound.

Have you told family and friends? Yes.

Miss Anything? My clothes fitting normal.

Movement: She kicks mostly after I eat or when I am laying down

Food Cravings: Fruit. Frozen grapes are amazing in hot weather!

Anything making you queasy? over seasoned meat - gross.

Have you started showing yet? Yes.

Gender Prediction: Girl.

Labor Signs: No.

Belly Button in or out? In.

Happy or Moody? Happy. But lord knows I have my moments.

Looking forward to: Feeling her every move.

Just finished a prenatal yoga workout. Now to relax and gulp down a gallon cup of water.

To shop my look: Top at Target. Pants at Lululemon. Bangle at  Stella&dot.

Hello.

I'm Emily. A mama to be to a precious little girl. A soulmate to my better half. A craft maker. A food lover. A picture taker. And a lover of holidays.

Here's my story.

In 2007, I met my boyfriend on myspace ( I never bought in a million years, I would meet my other half on the internet). After 3 years of on and off friendship/dating, he became my best friend. We decided to give it more shot as us being a couple. In 2011, we moved into our 500 sq ft. apartment with all of our junk. Fast forward to 2012 holidays - unbearable. My grandfather passed away two days after thanksgiving, my boyfriend bombarded with a health scare and surgery, christmas eve my grandma was admitted to the hospital for a fractured sacrum. Four days later, I was not feelin' so hot. My monthly gift had not arrived, but I was convinced the stress of my chaotic holiday season is what made me feel under the weather. I could barely keep my eyes open one night after work. On my way home, I stopped by the store to pick up a pregnancy test. Anxious to see what was going on with my body, i took the test right away. BAM! Those two pink lines almost knocked me over. My heart started to beat faster and faster. I took four more test (not like those pink lines were going anywhere!) I felt 50 billion emotions all at once, but most importantly, I felt at peace in such a unexpected moment.  Now here we are with our little lady on the way!

I cannot wait to share these beautiful memories with you.