I thought I would share some items that have been my absolute favorite things during this newborn stage, top to bottom.
Voluspa Vervaine Olive Leaf Candle - Have you smelt this one? Oh my! it is so clean and fresh and wonderful.
Eddie Vedder Ukulele Songs - This has been on heavy, heavy rotation since Ross gave it to me for my birthday. I am pretty much obsessed with it. Eddie Vedder is so incredible and the sound of the ukulele takes me away. Most of the songs EV wrote but a few of them are old ditties from the 30's and 40's there is a duet with Chan Marshall (Cat Power) that is so sweet.
A Sequoia Tree Pine Cone - When my grandmother passed away my aunt gave one of these to all of us. My grandmother was an amazing outdoors-woman and always took a souvenir from her backpacking trips {I think this is against the law but really she only took little things :)}. I held this pine cone through my labor and now it sits on the windowsill next to Conrad's crib.
Wee Gallery Art Cards - I was given these cards when Henry was born and now both of my boys have loved them. I set them in Conrad's crib or on the changing table and he just stares at them. They are especially brilliant when I need a shower.
The NoseFrida - This thing is amazing. Really I want one for myself. The tag line is "The Snotsucker" and it is true. It gets everything and is not as scary as that blue bulb that they send you home with at the hospital.
Bossypants - Funniest. Book. Ever. Since having Conrad I haven't been reading much but this book has been great for a chapter here and there. Ross actually read parts of it to me in the labor and delivery room and we had to stop because I was laughing so hard that the nurses couldn't monitor my contractions.
Bamboo Swaddle Blankets - These are so amazing, so incredibly soft and cozy. Perfect for a good swaddle and a cuddle.
what a lovely list. thanks for sharing! can't wait to see you and the boys soon:) xoxo
ReplyDeleteGreat post, I want to hear that album and read that book! xoxo
ReplyDeletethis takes me back! I remember listening to Ray Lamontagne on a constant loop up in the nursery nursing- it was so soothing and mellow. Hope you're settling in well.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a cute peek into your life, Alexis.
ReplyDeleteyou know, it's funny... i am not a fan of pearl jam (at least past junior high!) but i do LOVE his voice on his newest projects and the ukelele album is so sweet. must help keep you mellow with all of the changes happening!
ReplyDeletealso, bossypants... funniest book of all time! i love your labor story... you should send it to tina fey:)
I know anyone that reads your posts has a sense of peace wash over them... even if/when your life isn't necessarily filled with peace. Your inner balance always shines through.
ReplyDeleteAfter my moment of peace I thought, "bossy pants, really?" Honestly, i actually rated that book a 2 out of 5. But so glad you love it. Maybe one day soon we will have the chance to discuss.
T- really 2 out of 5? "A supposedly fun thing that I'll never do again" how funny was that!! If you didn't pee your pants on this one then you have never been on a Carnival Cruise with your family.
ReplyDeletelove you!
Alexis!!!! I am so happy to finally have your amazing posts to read again! You have been missed! I love the story and symbolism of the pine cone. I know you will hold on to that forever! I see some amazing crafting project in the future for that one! ;) And I must pick up that Vedder cd. Sounds so relaxing, which is just what I need right now! xoxo Sam
ReplyDeleteLove this post. 4 kids and I don't have those art cards. I have some gift money for baby and I think I"m going to order those.....and bossypants... I so need a lighthearted book you can read here and there! xoxo
ReplyDeleteBlog request: H and C update. I'd love to hear more stories about Henry and how he's adjusting to his new brother. Are you still a monster?
ReplyDeleteMiss you xoxoxoxox
PS- I was at your old Larkspur place this weekend :)
What a lovely blog, so glad to have found you. I am ashamed to say I hadn't heard of that Eddie vedder album off to give it a listen too now xxx Gabi xxx
ReplyDeleteOOO Thank you for your Bossypants review! I have been thinking about reading it and now I think I HAVE to pick it up!
ReplyDeleteBossypants is hands down my favorite biography! I want to be Tina Fey's best friend haha. xx
ReplyDeleteBossypants is such a great read! I love Tina Fey (who doesn't?!) and I absolutely love Voluspa candles. I've never smelled that scent though. I'll be on the lookout!
ReplyDeleteI am not a fan of pearl jam but i do LOVE his voice on his newest projects and the ukelele album is so sweet. Thank you for your Bossypants review!
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