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Loving: Knitting! I've taught myself how to knit this past month (thank you YouTube!). I really love making Things for Ella Bird! To date, I've made an infinity scarf for bird, a scarf for me and I'm working on matching slouchy beanies for the two of us! Bring on that fall weather! I'll be knitting some socks for Nate... those seem more difficult...

Watching: The breaking bad season finale! I've watched breaking bad since season one And I consider myself a big fan! I loved the last episode... I won't spoil it for anyone who hasn't gotten to watch it yet BUT The ending was killer! 

Anticipating: The holiday season!  There is something magical about the month of October, it's as if it is the beginning of my favorite time of the year! I love it! bird and I are working on our fall nature table it's been fun! I love explaining to her The change of the season! She may be too little now...but it's the memories! I'm very excited to introduce new traditions to our family! Stay tuned-I have a whole post written about all of the things that we're going to do!

Wearing:Mop head hair! I so badly need to get my hair done. I'm trying to figure out my next color... I've had pink, I've had green and blue..hmm... Maybe I'll go purple!

Eating: VEGAN! I LOVE BEING VEGAN! IT'S BEEN SO GREAT FOR ME! I feel so much better.... I was having lots of tummy trouble before. It seems after you have the baby your body goes out of whack

Wishing: I shouldn't say wishing. It's more like expecting. I feel like when you have expectations or you go into a situation EXPECTING, things actually happen! So... I'm expecting BIG THINGS for Everyday Baby. Going to make them happen! I'm talking product lines, multiple locations, strong community outreach and MOST IMPORTANTLY women following their dreams of entrepreneurship. My heart is so full and expectant of Gods plans!

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Loving: This Paleo Veggie Frittata! If you haven't checked out Paleoaholic then you should! They have awesome recipes and meal plans. I just found them :)

I mean look at this...doesn't it look delish? You should make it and tag me @everydaybaby on Instagram!

 

Watching: Breaking Bad! My husband and I love this show...I'm really loving this season already!

Thinking About: Having another baby. I have caught "baby fever" (shhh...don't tell). My husband and I have been discussing and it looks like we will be trying again in the Spring (maybe).

Anticipating: September! I'm really excited that fall is around the corner! Ella Bird is getting old enough that we can begin a few Fall Traditions! I've been pinning ideas left//right! Do you have traditions that your family look forward too? I'm looking to add a few! Don't hesitate to share!

Wishing: Oh man! I'm wishing for these boots, this sweater and for...uhmm...peace on earth (pageant answer)?!

Wearing: 

**But ONLY when the hubby is at work!...He's not a big fan...**

Making me happy: Life. Seriously...

Xoxo!

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Loving: My garden! It's amazing to think that it comes from the tiniest seeds...it's really made me appreciate where my food comes from. It's not easy but I've been committed lately.  

Watching: The new season of Arrested Development on Netflix. It's uh-mazing! Nate and I cuddled on the couch the other day and watched a few episodes. Then Nate fell asleep (story of my life).. 

Thinking About: Nate and I will be making some big decisions for our family soon. We have been discussing the possibility of getting our "attachment parenting" story out to others. It would entail a very big commitment of putting our life out there for others. I had the pleasure speaking to a pregnant mama yesterday who told me that our Cloth 101 Class "opened up a whole new world to her"...I get teary-eyed just thinking about it. Why? I desperately want to help others...that's why.

 Whether it be with choosing a birth plan or discussing what kind of cloth diaper or baby carrier to buy. I have a passion for my lifestyle and I want to help others make the right decision for THEIR families. 

Anticipating: VACATION! Nate and I are taking a cruise and I'm very excited! It's a little nerve racking to take an un-vaccinated11 month old on a cruise ship but I'm confident...

Wishing: That I could slow down TIME...Ella is going to be 1 soon and I just can't believe it. Where does time go? I'm just so thankful that I can enjoy every single second with her...

Wearing: my new mei tai that Billy from Zaney Toes made. Have you seen it? I've posted it on Instagram. It's ridic cute!

Making me happy: My body. I'm serious...I've been feeling great lately! I've never looked better! Breastfeeding is treating me well...thank you god! 

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Loving: Feeling like myself again! Like-PREBABY Christian! I love it. I have my body, my energy, MYSELF BACK. I also feel like I've really hit my stride with the whole motherhood thing. I still have a lot to learn and experience but I really feel like Ella and I are communicating well and enjoying eachother. 

Watching: Best Ink-like whoah...I love that show. The girl with the mohawk is my favorite. I have a few tattoo pieces planned and I feel like that show really showcases artists. For someone like me who is looking for art this show is cool you learn the difference between good/bad art and how to choose your artist. 

Thinking About: The store. I think about it all the time. What needs to be ordered, products to carry and services to offer. I love it...keeps me motivated and inspired. I have LOTS in the works right now. 

Anticipating: The Great Cloth Diaper Change. It's been a lot of planning and I'll look forward to getting our count in and it being OVER. 

Wishing: That Birchbox would revamp a bit. I've really been unimpressed with my box lately. I've been looking forward to my Ipsy bag more than my BB. For those of you that don't know what I'm talking about...Birchbox is a monthly box that I have subscribed for. It comes in the mail and is filled with cosmetic goodies (well...it WAS). I love it. I've gotten the following in my boxes; lipstick, nail polish, lip balm, hair products, etc. Yes..I'm a granola Mama but I LOVE cosmetics. Can't help myself...

Wearing: Pants three sizes smaller than before I got pregnant. That's right. I am smaller than BEFORE I was even pregnant. Thank you, Breastfeeding...

Making me happy: EVERYTHING. I'm at such a good place in my life. My little family is thriving. We spend time with eachother and learn together. 

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Loving: All the blabbing and giggles coming from my birdie lately. She is so sweet and funny. She is beginning to become interested in the world around her and its fun to watch. She has really blossomed in the last few weeks.

Watching: Couples Therapy. I know...I know..I shouldn't be watching that reality smut but MY GOD. Have you seen Courtney Stodden? She is a train wreck! I feel bad for the girl. It is obvious that she has had no parental supervision. Maybe her 60 year old husband will be the parent she needs...Ewh.

Thinking About: Possible future business ventures and dreams. Hmmm...

Anticipating: Monday. The weekends have a whole new meaning...

Wishing: That my allergies weren't acting up like they are. Last weekend we went to the pumpkin festival and since then...whew. They've been killin me!

Wearing: My boot. Yes..one. I broke my toes two Mondays ago and I have been wearing a boot the past 2 weeks  it's been killing me. I'M FALLING APART!

Making me happy: My Life. I'm truly happy. Everything makes me happy. If I had to choose one thing. The thought of my daughters FIRST Christmas is pretty exciting!

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Loving: Blogging. I've found it to be relaxing! I've never been good at communicating (I'm too high strung). This has been a challenge  for me and  I'm  really enjoying it.

Watching: Organizational tutorials on YouTube! 

Thinking About: The pursuit of happiness and the meaning of success. To me success=peace. Are you successful? I think that its about time I follow Gods plan and not mine.

Anticipating: Changes. I can feel it in the air...I feel so different now that I've had a baby and I know that more changes are to come! That's life...it's in constant motion.

Wishing: That I would have taken my Real Estate exam right after the course. I was 6 months pregnant and couldn't swing it. Now...I'm going to have a lot of refreshing to do!

Wearing: My Marc Jacob watch! I finally got it fitted and I love it!

Making me happy: FALL!! I can't wait to take Ella to a few fall

festivals! We're going to Hunsaders and Baysides fall fest. I'm 

Making Ella's costume! Sooo cute... You'll see!

                

Currently...

Loving: These Thirsties duo wraps. They fit Ella so well! I really love the print too. They have the double gussets for solid leak protection. The fit is snug and Ella seems very comfortable in them. We use our pre folds with them and they work great! We went from having three proraps to having more Thirsties! I bought two Rumparooz at Bippy Diapers last Saturday and HATE them. I may change my mind when Ella gets older but for right now they are WAY big on my birdie's little toosh.

Watching: Since I have been on maternity leave I've had more time for t.v. and as much as I hate to admit it I've been watching some real CRAP lately. Notably I have been watching Toddlers and Tiaras. Why? Because I think it's absolutely ridiculous. I just can't seem to wrap my mind around it. To any pageant moms out there...I'm sorry but how on earth do you justify that. My goodness. Fake eyelashes on a 3yr old?

Thinking About: Getting into shape! I'm so very excited about getting my body back and BETTER! I've been walking The Bridge on Saturdays and am going to start taking a TRX training class as well...I'm really excited. There is a FREE TRX training group that meets at the Ringling Bridge Gazebo every Saturday! Count me in! Sarasota Moms Kristi also has a bootcamp on Tuesdays and Thursdays! If you're interested in joining in then let me know!

Anticipating: The dentist. Eww.

Wishing: That winning the lottery was more probable. Could you imagine?? Geez...
"But I’d rather be working for a paycheck
Than waiting to win the lottery" -Bright Eyes

Wearing: All of my scores from Hautelook! I have been doing so much online shopping lately! I've been excited about being a normal sized person! I will be putting together my fave items in a separate post along with my wishlist for fall. Hopefully I will be wearing these Bonlook glasses sometime soon. They are buy one get on 50% off! Hmm...I need to order these!

Making me happy: Seeing my husband be a dad! I have gotten a chance to experience the relief, of having a husband that plays an active parent role. It's so nice to know that Ella is loved by her Dad as much as I love her. It is a very comforting feeling. Especially when you feel like you have to protect your child from everything...he is like our very own superhero.