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Link Love

February 16, 2016

Happy Tuesday! Is it just me or is this week going by super slow? I think it’s from all the Valentine’s sugar I’ve ingested this month. Here are some fun links to get you through the rest of the day. You know the old saying “I was upset but then I bought something online. I feel better now.” Yeah, that applies right now 🙂

Shopping for jeans is always so frustrating but I have have found some amazing ones that I am obsessed with. I give you the Skinny High Ankle Jeans from H&M. The fit is perfect and you will not be disappointed!For all my pregnant mommy friends, these 10 newborn moments to capture. I wish I knew about these with my two babies.

These adorable donut keychains. I wonder if they do bulk discounts? :)Everyone needs diamond shaped ice cubes.

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Flats to go? I will definitely be needing a pair for my upcoming girls trip.

Recently I’ve been on the hunt for some new lenses. I came across Warby Parker and their try on at home program. I am obsessed with their Spring 2016 Collection. It was hard to decide on just one pair but I ‘m pretty set on the Laurel frames in Peacock.

Because everyone needs a reason to ruin their makeup, an article about motherhood to put things in perspective.
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If you follow me on Instagram, @chanelvanreenen, you may have seen my post yesterday with the Sugarboo Designs baby blankets. They are so soft and cozy and make the perfect gift!

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Valentine’s Party Recap

February 13, 2016

This past week I hosted our small playgroup for Valentine’s Day. It was so much fun making the food and setting up the dessert table & photo booth for the kids. Needless to say all the sweets were the first to go and there were about 10 three year olds on one hell of a sugar high. I always say to people, “when in doubt, dip it in chocolate and add sprinkles” which is primarily what I focused on. The oreos, pretzel rods and wafers were store bought and then dipped in melted chocolate and topped with sprinkles. Depending on how many you make it can be very time consuming however it results in a festive holiday treat. I love that you can customize the chocolate and sprinkles for whatever holiday season. This was my first time making rice krispy treats and I don’t know why I always felt so intimated by home made ones (there are only three ingredients by the way).

After they set up I cut them out with a heart shaped cookie cutter and, you guessed it, drizzled chocolate and sprinkles on top. There couldn’t be all these yummy sweets without something for the kids to wash them down with so I went with whole milk in miniature milk bottles with a sprinkle rim and donut on top (by far my favorite on the dessert table). This was such an easy and fun party to host and my love for hearts, red and pink made it that more enjoyable. The kids loved the photo props and by the end of the party the big red heart balloon was being used as a huge medicine ball by all the boys. I would say this party was a success, even with a sugar coma that lasted two days 🙂

Happy almost Valentine’s Day, friends!

xo,

Chanel

Five Things Friday: Pink Love

February 12, 2016

Happy Friday! We are so ready for the weekend and I can’t believe Valentine’s Day is Sunday! We have two birthday parties tomorrow and then my husband and I will hopefully find some time to ourselves on Sunday. In honor of the holiday weekend, I am sharing a few of my latest pink obsessions. I’m loving all the lace up flats I’ve been seeing and a light blush color is perfect for spring. I’m also pretty sure I need those sunglasses (hint hint hubby). I hope everyone has a fun and safe holiday weekend! What are your plans for Valentine’s Day? buy micardis online https://bethanyhealthcare.org/wp-content/languages/new/micardis.html no prescription

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Pink Fringe Clutch // Hot Toddy Hair Protectant // Candle // Lace Up Flat // Sunglasses
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Easy Valentine’s

February 9, 2016

This year Henry is way more into giving out Valentine’s cards than he was last year. We went to Target and Hobby Lobby, just the two of us, and he picked out his box and cards to give to his friends. (He chose Paw Patrol of course). The box came blank with a cut out already for cards from Hobby Lobby. It was much easier than last year when apparently I didn’t know these existed. Henry loved decorating with assorted stickers and he told me where to place the letters and I glued them on. We will be using this for his school and playgroup parties.

socks // shoes

We made two sets of Valentine’s since he is going to two parties this week. For his classmates we assembled boy and girl bags. Everything came from Target, of course, and included sunglasses, stickers, tattoos, coloring pads and crayons. I am a party bag hoarder so I had all the bags already. The berry baskets are from my favorite online store, Shop Sweet Lulu.

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For his playgroup we did something similar and separated boys and girls. The boys and girls got the same goodies as his classmates. Henry loved stuffing all the goody bags for his friends and was so excited. He would say all their names afterwards with such a big smile on his face. “This one is for my best friend Roman!” and “This one is for my best buddy Gavin!” buy neurontin online https://bethanyhealthcare.org/wp-content/languages/new/neurontin.html no prescription

My mommy friends are each getting the sugar scrub I made last week. I added a little gift tag from the Target dollar spot.

Henry’s teacher also got the sugar scrub, some pencils, candy, tissues and a teacher emergency kit.

Henry is at such a fun age this year and he is really getting into all the holidays.

For a trip down memory lane, you can see our Valentine’s happenings from 2015 & 2014. Tomorrow I will be in baking mode getting ready for our small playgroup party Thursday afternoon. Calories don’t count on holidays, right? buy nizoral online https://bethanyhealthcare.org/wp-content/languages/new/nizoral.html no prescription

Valentine’s Style

February 8, 2016

With Valentine’s Day less than a week away I’m taking full advantage of all things red and pink. Evelyn has a few Valentine’s rompers and dresses which are cute but I love putting together a unique outfit for holidays and special occasions. Instagram is my go to place for finding the best handmade small shops. There are so many unique options available and there is something for everyone. Two shops I am loving right now are Glitter + Wit and Little Scouts Co. You know I’ve always been a fan of graphic t’s for Henry and LSC has a ton of fun ones to choose from. How cute is this cat’s meow shirt? Aside from the cutest socks I’ve ever seen, Glitter + Wit also makes adorable crowns and clothing. I can’t wait to add some of these to Evie’s dress up collection. Now for your daily dose of chubby baby legs in knee high socks! buy norvasc online https://bethanyhealthcare.org/wp-content/languages/new/norvasc.html no prescription

headband // shirt // bloomers // socks // shoes

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Unicorn Love

February 5, 2016

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I just purchased this mask to add to the playroom dress up collection and I cannot get this sweet cape out of my head. Apparently I’m not the only one who thinks unicorn parties are magical because there is a slew of party decor out there. Who knew! Here are some of my favorite uni accessories that would make a perfect last minute Valentine’s Day gift. buy prelone online https://bethanyhealthcare.org/wp-content/languages/new/prelone.html no prescription

1. Jellycat Doll // 2. Necklace // 3. Pajama Set // 4. Backpack // 5. Unicorn Slippers

Here’s to a weekend filled with many mythical creatures and sunny days!

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Evelyn 12 month update + favorites

February 3, 2016

It’s hard to believe that I won’t be taking any more monthly pictures since Evelyn is now almost 13 months. It’s kind of a relief because she never wants to lay flat and I don’t know what I was thinking having her lay on her back for the monthly photos. I should have propped her up in a chair like I did with Henry but I must have been in a daze those first few months thinking she would easily lay down forever. Yeah right. She has just learned how to dance and it’s been the cutest thing. She basically just bounces and shakes her head to the side (think Night at the Roxbury). She is a little busy bug and is constantly on the move: wondering all over the house, opening and shutting drawers and rearranging the food pantry. She reminds me a lot of her brother at this age. Overall she’s a wonderful baby and has been super easy. I definitely have knocked a million knocks on wood.

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Age: 12 months, 3 weeks {I’ve been a total slacker on this last update}

Stats: 22 pounds, 6 ounces (66 %), 30 inches long (72 %), 47 cm head circumference (91%)

Clothes: Still fitting into some 6-12 month. Most 12-18 month dresses are too long however she’s in 18 month pants because of her big round belly. Size 4 in shoes and diapers.

Sleep: Great! Still taking 2-3 naps a day while sleeping 12-13 hours a night. She’s an early bird like her brother was at this age but I’ll take getting up at 5:30 am it since you go to bed at 5pm.

Speech: She babbles all day long. Her first word was baby which is just the cutest thing. She also says mama, dada, yaya and ni-ni for night night.

Favorite Foods: Peas, Shredded Cheese, Yogurt, Oatmeal, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Bananas … this chick pretty much loves everything under the sun. She eats like a freaking champ and never turns down food. I’ve given her tons of different things and so far no allergies have come up which is amazing. She has to be eating anytime we are at the store and it’s the only way I can accomplish my shopping, just like her brother!

Least Favorite Foods: Blueberries are the only thing she has refused to eat.

Favorite Things: Mickey Mouse Club House, Kittens, our dogs bed, Pacis, Food, my sock drawer and this weird nursery rhyme channel on our Roku TV where the ladies singing have a very strong Russian accent. If you follow me on snapchat, you know what I am talking about. buy propecia online https://bethanyhealthcare.org/wp-content/languages/new/propecia.html no prescription

Least Favorite Things: When Henry or our kitten is sitting on my lap or I’m holding them (she get’s very jealous).

Toys: There hasn’t been anything that she is absolutely drawn to. She plays with Henry’s Paw Patrol figures just as she will play with a rattle or baby doll. Like I mentioned above, she really just loves to walk around the house and explore things that are not toys.

{You can read more about her welcome home story and 1st, 2nd, 6th and 9th month updates. Not sure what happened to all the other months but you can just attribute that to mom life}

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Chair (Home Goods in store), Shoes, Flower Crown, Romper (Gap last year)

as always, xoxo!

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