Thursday, May 16, 2013

Bumped by BLANQI Review & Giveaway


Hey, everyone! I'm excited to share the Bumped by BLANQI brand (exclusively available at Target.com) with all of you today!

Before I go any further, let me make a confession: I've been blogging for 3 years and this is my first vlog review I've ever done. Things I learned about myself during this new experience: 1. I ramble a lot, 2. I have no idea how to properly use my video camera, 3. I am horrible at editing out awkward transitions in reviews. So, bear with me, ladies. I've got some great things that I want to share about the Bumped by BLANQI brand and I hope my review doesn't make you cringe with every "um," "so, yeah," and back scratch. Enjoy!


As a mom of two and my third on the way, I figured I was a pro at this pregnancy thing and knowing how to dress my belly. Hah! I was wrong. How did I never know that there was such a thing as a support tank? I could have really used one the last two times, especially when pregnant with Lucia and I was sure my hips were going to fall off. I've been wearing the Bumped by BLANQI maternity support tank for almost a week now and I have loved the comfort it's given me with this already-growing belly. I'm sure this thing will become my saving grace in the last months when I'm sure I can't carry my watermelon much longer.

The BLANQI ladies are giving my readers an opportunity to win a Bumped by BLANQI cami (maternity or postpartum, black or ivory) and $25 Target gift card this week! Here's how to enter:

a Rafflecopter giveaway

I was not financially compensated for this post. I received a sample for review purposes. The opinions are completely my own based on my experience.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

some bump style


The bump is getting bigger, and some little people are really starting to notice. I have to say, being pregnant this time around is much more fun when your toddlers semi-understand what's going on in your belly. Lucia is, obviously, more interested than her big bro, and always asks to check out the baby under my shirt. She'll talk to the baby, kiss my belly, then get distracted by my belly button and try to pinch it... 




I can only imagine what she'll be like when the baby is actually here. Lucia is naturally a nurturer and loves taking care of her baby animals and dolls. Come November, I'm sure I can expect my mini-me to be following me around at all times asking to help nurture this little one. 



mommy:
dress // j. crew

lucia:
dress // old navy

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Monday, May 13, 2013

on the back burner

Yeah, I'm talking about this here space. The blog has been on the back burner for quite a while to allow me to take some much needed time away to focus on exciting stuff in our personal lives. God's throwing a lot of changes our way, for the better, and I've just been soaking it all in, away from the computer. I hope you don't mind. While I've been away, here's what I've been thinking about, praying about, and focusing my time on:


Our next home.
We're moving next month, but we have no idea where. It's weird, because I'm totally at peace about the entire situation. God's been present and so clear during this house hunting process. We've looked at several awesome houses that we've wondered about being "the one," and I feel like God has continuously given us very clear answers. It's been quite relieving, actually, knowing that we're hearing from Him right now. I think once we find our home, He'll make it clear that it's for us. I'm just hoping that the time comes soon! We're pretty sure we have our exact location figured out, and that's been quite exciting. We've been spending a lot of time in the area checking out everything it has to offer, and dreaming about getting to raise our children there soon.



Baby #3.
Promise you won't be annoyed if I brag for a tiny, tiny bit? This baby has been so nice to its mama during her first trimester. You guys, I have had almost no sickness during this pregnancy! I sometimes wonder if God just knew I wouldn't be able to handle morning sickness on top of house showings, keeping the house clean, and wrangling two toddlers during the winter months. I'm really not sure how I would have been able to get through all of that while being sick. I haven't had much time to pray and think about this little one because of everything else going on right now, so I'm really looking forward to more relaxing moments this summer when we're settled into a new home. I'm also looking forward to dressing this bump.



Life with toddlers.
These children are growing like weeds. We're celebrating their birthdays this weekend with family, and it's crazy to believe that I'll be a mom of a three and two year old. We're talking about potty training Chia, and thinking of putting them both in twin size beds when we move into our new home. It's bittersweet, but I'm really excited for this next stage of their lives. Both of them are becoming such smart, independent, strong-willed, stubborn, hilarious kids, and I'm seeing them shape me into a better person. Parenthood is hard, people. But, the sacrifices and struggles we go through to raise our kids is so worth it. Lucia and Josiah have taught me the importance of family and what truly matters in life.



My handmade business.
Pardon my ambiguity here, but I can't share much about this quite yet. Just know that God is changing the direction of my business and where He wants me to use my gifts. I might be able to share more in a couple of months, but for right now, just be excited for me and know that God has a pretty awesome plan in store. I'll be using my free time to try some new things and see where it takes me. Prayers appreciated!

I hope all of you have a great week! Also, if you're a new mom or expecting mother, stay tuned for a fun review I've been cooking up with an awesome brand this week!
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