safety not guaranteed

Kip took me out for Japanese last night and then to watch this awesome movie.

I had never heard about it or watched a preview so it was a really sweet surprise... (he knew I would love).

It's playing only in a few select theaters... you should find the closest and watch. You'll love.

short hair

Friday morning I get out of the shower and find some of Audrey's hair on the kitchen floor. Scissors left as evidence on the counter...scared to see the damage... Que paso???


Apparently she wants her hair short. This is the second time she has done this in the last two weeks so she is obviously very serious about not wanting long hair. I'm taking her in for a cut asap. (:


Jeremiah starts summer vacation in three days. I'm so happy about this. I love having him home. No pressure about drop off's or pick ups. Everything is so much more relaxed around here. I think it's just what we need before baby gets here.

The kids have already requested lots of beach days and I'm totally feeling this request....

pinecone birdfeeder

Audrey and I went on a really nice hike this morning. We let Max run free as we collected pinecones along the way.

I decided to use the pinecones we found on our hike for an easy DIY project I had seen on Lowe's Creative Ideas.

You can use pinecones or cut out cardboard shapes (here are some fun templates).

I used twine and tied it around the tips of the pinecone a couple of times with enough twine left for hanging.

Spread peanut butter all over the pinecones and then dipped them in birdseed. It was a really easy project for Audrey and I to do together.

We hung them in the backyard and now are patiently... waiting for birds to stop by.

looking your best with Honey

Audrey and I attended an event this week at Le Petite Retreat day spa hosted by Pura Miel (the National Honey Board) and professional makeup artist, Colombiana Vicky Mejía. We were treated to yummy food, honey facials and good company.

Vicky Mejía shared her natural, honey-based, easy to make at home recipes with us. Along with natural skin care, she suggests taking care of your skin by drinking plenty of water and getting a good nights sleep every night.

Pregnancy is a time when I really focus on taking care of myself and limiting the toxins in my body, these recipes are perfect for me right now.

"beauty is a combination of mind, body and soul"

Vicky Mejía

Clean

Soothing Honey-Based Cleanser

1 tablespoon honey
1 egg white
1 teaspoon powdered milk

In a small bowl mix honey and powdered milk. Next, lightly whisk the egg white in a separate small bowl. Add egg white to honey and milk mixture and mix. Apply cleanser onto face and leave on for 15-20 minutes. Rinse with warm water


 Exfoliate

Honey and Almond Scrub

3 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon olive oil
6 1/2 tablespoons crushed almonds

In a medium size bowl mix honey, crushed almonds and olive oil. Mix until throughly combined. Rub the scrub with circular motions onto your T-zone, with special attention to your nose, chin and forehead. Rinse with warm water.


Moisturize

Moisturizing Honey Treatment

1 tablespoon honey
1/4 banana
1 teaspoon oatmeal
1 teaspoon plain yogurt

In a small bowl mash banana and mix in honey, yogurt and oatmeal. Mix until throughly combined. Apply onto clean face, avoiding the skin around your eyes. Leave on for 15-20 minutes. Rinse with warm water.


More posts with Honey.

*all recipes by Vicky Mejía for the National Honey Board

a bonnet...friends

i love these bonnets from bonnetfriend. i think this should be Audrey's go to hat this summer. organic, beautiful fabrics, and locally made by a mom in Pasadena. 

friends...aren't they adorable?

Shabby Apple South Pacific Dress Giveaway

I hope all of you had a beautiful weekend filled with loved ones. 

I have a super giveaway to start the summer. A women's dress from Shabby Apple, a fancy online boutique of women's dresses. 

I am in love with the South Pacific collection...

All their styles are so unique, sophisticated, and sexy. 

Shabby Apple wants one of you to wear one of these fancy dresses.

If you win you get to pick from Shabby Apple's Kanani , the Bali Ha'i, Pineapple Princess, or the Waimea Dress. US only. I will pick one winner on June 9th at 12pm. 

To enter :

1. Like Shabby Apple on Facebook 

and

2. Tell me which Shabby Apple dress is your favorite

So...do you have any special party this summer...what dress would you wear?

updated: Comiendo in LA is the winner of this giveaway. Giveaway now closed. 

26 weeks

At bedtime Audrey and I take turns massaging my big belly with belly rub oils. 

Sometimes I rub her belly too. We compare our baby to fruits and veggies. And wait for baby to kick one more time...again. 

How lucky am I??? .... I have a baby inside...we are soon a party of 5.