– slowly adding to my pumpkin collection on each grocery visit and waiting for cooler temperature to put them outside –

– a fresh lavender orchid –

– transitioning Hudson from his balance trike to a balance bike (basket here) –

– my stash of candy corn in a pumpkin cocotte –

— loving these new luxe lipsticks from Bobbi Brown, especially in Romantic and Avant Gardenia –

We made it!!  This week blew by a little too quickly thanks to some fun plans and wonderful people.  I am prepping to leave Christian and Hudson together for a handful of days, and I’ve been able to prepare little by little every day.  I’m not usually willing to leave Hudson for work trips, but this is something really special I’ve been looking forward to for many months, so I can’t wait.  I’ll be in Southern California for the first time since we left three years ago.  It’s going to be amazing!

I have started collecting pumpkins for the front of the house, but it’s still warm enough that I don’t want them going bad.  So I’ve been stacking them up the staircase for now, and it’s been so cute to hear Hudson point and say, “pumpkin!” every time we walk down the stairs in the morning.

Some gratitude this week – I really noticed some spiritual growth and emotional maturity in myself that I’m quite proud of.  I had a small panicky moment this week, and usually I would go outside or find a task to distract myself.  However thanks to the positive influence of a new Bible study, this time my gut reaction was to pull out my devotional and Bible and have some quiet time.  Truthfully, that hasn’t been my first reaction to my emotions in a while, and I was so pleased at how much calmer I felt afterward.

I’m organizing a fun little ladies dinner tonight that I’m excited about. I actually put together some centerpieces (not typically my skill) that turned out really pretty – I’ll have to share a photo next week!

Thank you so much for reading, and I want to hear who has already decorated for the holidays  For a fun and luxe jewelry giveaway, be sure to check out the Haverhill $500 giveaway on Instagram here! XO –

– looking through these photos with my little taken at the beach (might have to share them in their own post!), outfits c/o Poppy Kids Co –

– my first clear heels… and I’m lovin’ it –

– the prettiest blazer from WHBM –

– new front doors that I waited for for six months and they did not disappoint –

– this houndstooth sweater from Target that is too good for $40 –

TGIF!  We have a had a fun week, getting to see many friends after summer break and traveling so much in the first half of this month.  It feels like school has begun, football is in action, people are in town and life as we know it is resuming.  Which is really refreshing and exciting!

We live in a University town, but the first fall we moved here I was very pregnant.  Last year it was the season of covid without the vaccine available yet.  So this is our third fall season living here, but our first “normal” or official football season.  So that is really fun and especially fun now that Hudson can run around, be enamored with the college marching band, beg for chips and dip (“dee-yup? dee-yup?”) with all the big kids.

I snagged this long cardigan sweater from Target this week in both the pink houndstooth and the black and they’re super soft and cute.  They remind me a lot of the Mango coatigan we are all obsessed with (which happens to be back in stock!).

I also got these lace up sandals in finally and I know, I know, a little late to be buying sandals.  But I loved the snake print so much.  And trust me, they look way more expensive than $40.

A cool product I just learned about recently were these Sidepeace cell phone cases and straps.  They were designed because of so many cell phones getting stolen from back pockets at concerts and festivals, and it keeps your cellphone across your chest like a crossbody bag.  I think this is pretty brilliant!

That’s about it for this week.  Continuing to watch the reality TV drama unfold on all of the Real Housewives shows (and there is quite a bit), enjoying being home for a short stretch of time and using the rainy weather as an excuse to stay in loungewear.  So… the usual I suppose.

I hope you have a beautiful weekend and thank you so much for reading! XO –

– layering with this $32 chunky turtleneck sweater from Amazon –

– sunset walks on the beach with our little guy (shorts) –

– pulling out some old swim favorites, similar suit here and here and sarong here and here –

– walks on the beach with my little guy –

– Hudson somehow wearing his sunglasses all day long –

What a nice break from reality we had at the beach!  A little rain, a little clouds, a lot of sunshine and some serious waves and winds.  Hudson isn’t quite two yet, so each visit we get to the beach is more and more fun.  Oddly enough, he doesn’t love the pool but really loves the sand and ocean.  No fear!  In fact, I wouldn’t hate it if he had a little more fear.  I typically have a too-tight grip on his hand at all times.

I got to see my girlfriend Jenn of Haute off the Rack yesterday, which was such a treat!  Her family has a place nearby and was able to come to the beach to escape the electricity outage in their town in in Louisiana.  I am so so glad they had someplace to go, and it was such a highlight to be able to visit with her and see baby Beck.  He is a sweetheart!

We are caught up to 9 Perfect Strangers and are anxiously awaiting the next episode.  I don’t think Christian is enjoying it as much as I am, but I find it super interesting!

We are heading back to Georgia and get to enjoy a tiny bit more of beach time.  I feel pretty behind on work and am ready to get back into routine but it’s be nice to sneak away for a minute.  We have a few more adventures in September before all is calm again, so it’s on to the next!  Hope you have a beautiful weekend, thank you so much for reading – XO –

– a barefoot summer backyard moment Christian sweetly captured (dress details) –

– glitter sneakers arriving that I won playing Bingo –

– the most beautiful flowers from the Nespresso team in memory of sweet Bailey –

– a sweet gingham dress (sold out but love this one too) –

– the prettiest blue crossbody bag from Songmont –

Cheers to Friday!  We are happily enjoying the last few weeks of real summer over here and are prepping for our last summer trip of the year.  While spring seemed to breeze by, summer has felt kind of long to me?  So I’m really excited to wrap it up with a bang and move onto early fall.  Bring it!

I discovered a new show on Hulu this week that has both Nicole Kidman and Melissa McCarthy leading it, 9 Perfect Strangers.  Watched the first episode this week and am always in such awe of Nicole Kidman.  She is such a mega presence.  Has anyone watched it?

I snagged a few things on Amazon the past few weeks that I’ve really loved and am excited about.  First of all, this new 40 oz. tumbler arrived and love is an understatement.  Having a handle is a seriously upgrade that I didn’t know I needed and now I never want to live without it.  I also ordered this over-the-sink strainer and can’t wait to try it out.

This pink Apple look-alike pink keyboard is on its way now that I have a stand for my laptop, and I am exciting to add it to the office!  As for clothes, I ordered Hudson this adorable “H” sweater (shared in Wednesday’s Amazon Kids post), this workout tee (love!) and this chunky turtleneck sweater for myself (I sized up two sizes for a looser fit and would recommend sizing up).  I also have this maxi dress on the way, these silky slides and these lace-up sandals.  I’ll be reviewing them when they come in!

What do you have going on this weekend?  Cooked anything delish lately?  Watched anything good?  Bought anything you love?  I’ll take the recs!  Thanks so much for reading and sharing – XO –