Life Update: Where I’ve Been & What’s Next


Hi gals! It’s been so long since I’ve sat down with a cup of coffee and typed out a blog post. I’ve emerged from my newborn bubble and I am just starting to get back to work. This last year has been an absolute whirlwind. I think I was half asleep through a quarter of it. Lol. Having Maverick has always been a lifelong dream. The feeling of looking into his bright blue eyes and thinking ‘I made that’ blows my mind every day. I cherish the little moments with him: when he hugs me or snuggles in tight, reading together at night, hearing him laugh. While Maverick is the best gift, motherhood has come with some mental health struggles I’ll be diving into deeper at a later time. I think it’s important to share the whole picture – beyond the laughs and kisses in these photos. I always want to be honest with you girls!



It’s hard to believe Maverick just turned 1! He has changed in so many ways over the past year. He is now saying MAMA, PAPA, NANA, HI, UH OHHH and more. He waves, high fives, claps. He’s on the move and he’s FAST. He keeps getting more fun by the day. Zach is already teaching how to throw a ball – he is determined to make him a baseball fan! It has been incredible to see Zach step up as a father. He has the patience of a saint and knows how to cheer Maverick up when he’s sad or grumpy. I can say I love him more than ever and feel like the luckiest girl having a family with him.

Our sweet dog Bailey has taken her role of an older sister amazingly. She is soft and sweet with him. She is patient. She will just look at me when Maverick is playing with her tail and be like *seriously*? She has yet to take ANY of his toys. When we introduce a new toy in the house we say “this is for Maverick” and she never touches it. She’s seriously magic. Maverick is now obsessed with balls because Bailey is obsessed with balls. He will throw them for her. It’s so cute. I’m so proud of her during this transition and make sure to give her extra loving (and treats!) when I can.



Right now, being a mom is at the forefront. When I’m not with Maverick or working I am now more selective of how I spend my time. Even if that means watching Love Is Blind cuddled up with my husband because we are exhausted most nights. We promised each other we would continue to prioritize our marriage and go on 1-2 date nights a month just the two of us. I truly believe this strengthens our marriage and allows us to be better parents to Maverick.


So what’s next? It feels great to get back to work! This job allows me the flexibility to spend extra time with Maverick and for that I’m so grateful! I’ll continue sharing fashion, beauty and home finds – but I’ll be sharing more realistic post partum/ midsize looks and vulnerable life posts. I feel the most fulfilled when I can share and connect with women who are going through a similar season in life. 🙂