shop local ~ friday favorites

Don't forget to shop Small Business Saturday!  Below are some of my favorite shops for friday favs, enjoy!

I Heart Denver - Denver, Colorado
Peppercorn - Boulder, Colorado
Hand in Pocket - Atlanta, GA
Bella Cucina, Atlanta, GA
Star Provisions, Atlanta, GA

Doddlebugz, Marietta, GA
Gatewood Hall - Blue Ridge, GA
Nourish Natural Bath Products - Savannah, GA
Boulder Bookstore - Boulder, CO
Take the Pledge Patagonia's Common Threads 
Don't forget about Etsy

Fort Collins Food Coop - Fort Collins, CO
The Chicken and the Egg - Marietta, GA
Willie Rae's - Marietta, GA
JCT Kitchen - Atlanta, GA
The Kitchen - Boulder, CO
The Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse - Boulder, CO
Cool River Coffeehouse - Breckenridge, CO
Vendetta's - Vail, CO
Early Girls Eatery - Asheville, NC
Bongo Java - Nashville, TN

give thanks

Happy Thanksgiving to all!

I hope you have a wonderful day where ever you may be

Sending many thank you's to all of you!

sneak peak

Did you know 3 is my lucky number?  Honestly I have no idea why.  When I was younger my friend Jodi picked 4 as her number so I picked 3.  We'll it ends up the 33 weeks was not my lucky week.  I caught a nasty cold that has now lasted over a week; colds and pregnancy do not go well together.  It's been a hard week but we are getting through it.  We've been working hard on Baby E's nursery; here is a little sneak peak for you to enjoy!

Couple more things to knock off of our to-do list, other than that we will enjoy the holiday's and patiently wait for our little boy's arrival.

friday favorites

One of my all time favorite photos above of my Great Grandmother Mercedes and my Grandma Ca.  Have a wonderful weekend and enjoy these friday favs.

LEIF shop from my friend Leah
Loving all the kids outdoor gear from LL Bean especially this sled
Would love to eat at this table
Gotta love Jillian Harris
Jillian's Wednesday Wonders - Loving the Hunter Boots
Vintage camera nightlights
Love this little story
An Ayurvedic Thanksgiving
Gift Guide from lululemon
Don't forget to elf yourself this year
Remember to include Manduka on your gift list this year
Yummy winter cider cravings

under the weather

We are all feeling a bit under the weather today except for Baby E - he is moving and a shaken.  I am enjoying some hot water with lemon and honey to sooth my throat.  There is not much I can do but rest and try these natural remedies.  My Doula has given me some great suggestions like eating powerhouse foods like garlic, onions and mushrooms.  Raw is the best but these can be harsh.  Trying raw onion on a green salad or mixed into chicken or egg salad.  Tabbouleh which is full of good stuff like Vitamin C and Phytochemicals. I hope that one of these works soon.  In the meantime I am curled up in bed trying to relax.

Have a great day and hopefully you do not have this cold...

friday favorites

Naya Renew Your Shoes 5-Day Challenge
7 ways to say Thanks!
The making of Karen Jess Jewelry
Enjoying browsing through Orla Kiely
Love this video by Cut Brooklyn
Ummmm super yum? yes I think so
Love this hallway
Comfy shoes right now are a must - loving these
Love this comfy look
Such a helpful baby post from Daily Garnish regarding the Moby and Ergo Carriers

Last weekend was my baby shower and WOW it was amazing.  My girlfriend Leah who hosted did such a fabulous job, I couldn't thank her enough for everything.  Both Casey's and my mom flew into town for the occasion which was so special for us.  It's not too often we get to spend time with both of our moms who are so amazing and thoughtful.  We both really enjoyed having them here together.  We enjoyed much laughter, tears and anticipation for baby E to come along.  It was so nice to see all of my girlfriends in one room at the shower.  I have met some amazing girls in the past 5 years of living in Atlanta and to have them all here at once meant the world to me.  This weekend we have dear friends coming into town with their baby Aiden and 7 year old Jake!  It's going to be another fun filled weekend.  Can't Wait!

What do you have planned this weekend?

friday favorites

Love these Chicago favs from Tory Burch
Just joined the United Yogis Yoga Community
Absolutely love this video of a Yoga Flash Mob by Yoga Stage
Your Southern Peach turned me to Project Gadabout
Yummy Pumpkin Bread
Loving A Sense of Design
November wallpapers from Escape Artist

We have a weekend full of fun!  The future Grandma's are in town for my baby shower so we have a weekend full of Baby E!

Enjoy your weekend

welcome november

Yay! It's November - A time for Family Traditions, Yummy Food (yes I've been craving Thanksgiving dinner my entire pregnancy) and Casey's Birthday!  What is on your agenda this month?

Casey will be jogging and I will be walking the Gobble Jog - our little family tradition
Loving all of the Thanksgiving ideas on Pinterest
Countdown to Thanksgiving with Martha
I am so excited to finally participate in the Thanksgiving Pants
Spiced Tea Cranberry Sauce - Made this for the first time last year and can't wait to have it again!
Whole Foods guide to Thanksgiving
Thinking a Farm to Table dinner at the Martyn House would be fun

Enjoy planning for the holidays!!