Mothers Day Shoot @ Sugar Hill Studio

We did this shoot a couple weeks ago at Suger Hill Studio. Suger Hill Studio has themed setups at this beautiful location. I've always wanted to do it! This is the Mothers Day theme here and I'm SO glad I did this shoot with Jenna. The shoot is obviously set up early so several photographers and people can use this location and set up (I realize Mothers Day is still a couple months away).

I love, love these gorgeous shots and can't wait to frame them to hang in our home. Other than our quick mini shoot with did for Christmas photos (see here), I haven't had time to make my blog or photos, in general, a priority. Now that life is starting to settle down (with getting my job hours figured out and adjusting to our schedule with three kids in new schools, sports, etc) I am excited to have more time to get back into blogging. I have missed this creative outlet so much!

I will link Blakes dresses below (both from Amazon). Setting aside time to get pics with kids is harder now that we have new (longer) school hours and I'm also working two to three days a week. It also takes a lot of energy to plan and do the shoots! Ha. But obviously having up to date pictures of my kids is my love language. ;)

Sugar Hill Studio has this location all set up for shoots! So you literally just show up and it's all ready to go. Quick and easy - and so pretty! Huge thanks to Jenna for making the trip to this studio with us and capturing my babies so beautifully. When I saw these pictures my eyes filled up with tears because I can't believe how lucky I am to be their mommy. My heart is so full!

Photos by Jenna Spark Photography

My lace dress is a few years old from Nordstrom

Similar looks here + here

My pom pom dress

Blakes lace dress // Blakes feather dress

Ryder's blue button-up // Ryder white button-up

Gingham Ruffle Sleeve

This striped and gingham ruffle sleeve top is so cute! All the heart eyes! And guess what... It's only $13!! Say whaaaat? I love finding a good deal. I paired this adorable top with these caged strappy heels from Target. They come in a few colors, I want the nude! They are so fun and definitely add a little edge to this outfit. 

I also recently got this layered necklace and love it! It's so dainty and goes with everything. I'm really digging this layered look so much. A few of my other favorite simple necklaces to layer are this Kendra Scott necklace (I also have it in turquoise), this personalized bar necklace and this initial necklace. 

I've recently been trying to diet. I hate that word. It's almost as bad a "budget". Gag. I actually don't even know if "diet" is the right word. It's more like a change in lifestyle. And I'm not going to lie to you, it's been rough. I have talked a little bit about some of my health issues. I have hypothyroid and PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome). I was diagnosed eight years ago, but the symptoms and issues have gotten worse over the years. Way worse the past two years. So I am trying to educate myself and learn more about how to properly care for my body. 

I started the keto diet a couple weeks ago and man... It's an adjustment fo sho! I have pinned a lot of stuff about keto diet, recipes, etc on my Pinterest board if you want check it out. I am so hopeful that making these changes will help me to feel better and experience less symptoms! Anyway, I wasn't going to talk about my thyroid and PCOS on the blog, because this isn't a health or food blog in any way. But it's a journey that I am currently on and I like being open and honest with you all - and also appreciate any tips you may have if you've tried keto!?

Thankfully, I have a friend who is also doing keto (she has been incredibly successful!) and I text her like 18 times a day asking random questions about things or sometimes just complaining. Ha! Because this shit is hard. And I'm still kinda pissed that I have to deal with all of this and also just want to eat doooooooonuts. LOL See my problem? ;) So thank God for her kind, listening ear and if any of you are starting your keto journey, I'd love to know! xo

Palm Leaf Print

Hey guys! I finally feel like I am on the up from strep! I mean, who gets strep in summer?? Ew. I have been so sick for the past week. On and off of just feeling like complete crap. I am so happy to be feeling better now. And I'm grateful my kids never got it! Phew. Being a mom literally means no sick days. But now that I'm feeling better, I have so much to catch up on! OMG. Someone help. #sos 

How cute is this palm leaf print dress?? It's so much fun. And a steal!! You can see other palm leaf print options here. So much fun. I am totally crushing on this print. This print makes me crave the beach! I have been bugging my hubby about taking a little beach vacay (kid free!) for at least two years now. Ha! We finally just booked a trip in December and I can't wait! The beach is my most favorite. I almost can't even put it into words! I just feel like my soul is meant to be on the beach! I love it. I cannot wait for a little R+R with Tooth for 5 days alone. Ahhhhh... countdown beings!

My sandals are old, similar strap sandals here. I will also link several nude sandals I have + love below. I can't get enough nude sandals! #addiction Since this print is loud, I kept everything else neutral and simple. I will link similar clutches below (love this one). 

Anthropologie Dress + Turquoise Statement Necklace

Hey guys! This dress from Anthropologie is so cute! It's comfortable and long enough that I still feel comfortable bending over to pick up my kids. I love that it's longer in the back and the soft colors are very pretty. I paired this dress with an old necklace that I love (I wore it during my maternity shoot for Ryder and every time I wear it, it reminds me of those days!) to add a little pop of color. (Similar necklace here and here.)

I know I've mentioned these heels before. I LOVE them. They are a great height and go with everything. I have them in both colors because they are seriously my favorite. :) It's a wonderful copy of the Valentino heel. I highly recommend getting these beauties.