Springin' into Summer

 Hello, Happy Friday and Happy Summer!

Yesterday was the last day of school and we are headed down to Folly this afternoon.

Here's our Last Day vs. First Day.  3K, 1st, and 3rd grade!  I almost forgot to snap this pic yesterday morning and I think you can tell my crew is over it.  It was a big year for all three and I know they are ready for a break. 

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And I wanted to share some scenes from our Spring.

A few notes:  I quit using social media early this year, in an effort to spend less time on my phone and "practice what I preach" with my kids.  Anyway, it's interesting how it's changed the effort I take to get "the perfect shot".  I'm much less likely to pull out my phone than if I were planning to share it in a post.  Also!  I stared working part-time this Spring and the weeks are going by that much quicker.   All to say, it's been MONTHS since I've posted some snaps of the haps.

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St. Patrick's Day Parade '26

One of my favorite annual events.  We opted out of marching with our school and instead enjoyed from the sidewalk, catching alllll the candy and swag.

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Father Daughter Dance <3

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Strawberry Picking!  Will be time for peaches before we know it.

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Soccer x2

J and MB each enjoyed the Spring season.

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Easter Happenings

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Spring Break Lemonade Stand.  This year we took it to the Greenway and I printed my venmo QR code.

Only pic I got, but they did well and the girls used their money on dumpling squishies.  I was talking with the Wonderworks employee who helped us and she was telling me about the chaos of dumplings and other viral toys.  Reminds me of the old Black Fridays.    

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Earth Day cookies for J's Show and Tell.

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Mother's Day!

School picnic with MB, Breakfast, and a day at the Beach.

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Always shoutin' out Costco and East Bay Deli Kid's Night.

Don't think I'd survive without them!

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And last but certainly not least...

I have a whole post that I want to write about my BFF weekend to celebrate our 40th Birthdays.  We had a "Golden Girls" night which was *iconic* and I didn't get a single photo throughout the weekend.  I am hoping to get more from my friends soon, but K did snap a video and here is a screenshot.

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Have a great weekend!

xLaura

Friday Highfive: Spring Thrift Edition

Hello, Happy Friday and Happy Spring!

With a quiet January and February behind us, the weather is heating up, and weekend plans are full.  I hope to share some recent happenings soon but for today: some Spring outfit inspiration, Thrift-style.  This morning I had a few minutes to try on some of the warm weather pieces I've acquired over the past several months.  I didn't have the time to go all in on accessorizing (and fashion photog I am not), but I still wanted to share. 

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Purple is my favorite color, and this silky floral poncho was a score.  The teal tassel necklace can also be worn as a belt; I think it's fabulous.

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This dress begs for a day spent wandering a small village on the Amalfi Coast, exploring local markets with a straw basket thrown over the shoulder.  For me, it will be more like grabbing dinner at Santi's after a beach day on Folly. 

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I am still working on this one.  I fell in love with this fringe bandana scarf, but it has been harder to style than I expected.  I threw it on with this easy cotton dress but I'm still playing with it.

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I love a flirty skirt.  I picked this one up on my thrift road trip to Murrels Inlet last year.  Also, I have to shout out this Kate Spade basket bag I found in the back room of a bargain shop years ago for $5.  Like all of her early pieces, I find it timeless.  

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I think this is my next date night look.  I am posing to try and show that the sides of the top are tied together.  Another pop of color here and it's a 100% from me.

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And one more to keep it real...

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This is what I am actually wearing today.  I am setting up the waterslide for a little playdate this afternoon and it's going to get messy. 

 Heading to pick up a frozen pizza and some popsicles now.

Have a great weekend!

xLaura

Introducing...Bear!

 A new addition for 2026, introducing our dog Bear!

It's been almost a month since we wandered into Petco to kill some time while Dad ran into the grocery store.  Walking in, the kids asked if they could get a fish and I said, "Absolutely not".  

Instead, we came away with a new puppy. 

There was an adoption event happening that morning with Charleston Animal Society and tucked away in the corner was this little Bear (who was called Myles at the time).  All I can say is it felt right.  He responded very well to attention from all 3 kids.  He had an easy-going energy, which reminded me of my precious Alfie.   And while we don't know for sure yet, he seems like he will be a medium size, which is my preference.  He is settling in very well, loves a ball and a good bone.  I am so happy to have a dog in the house again and glad the kids are getting the experience of a puppy.

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Looking forward to all of the memories we will make with Bear!

xLaura