Journal

Amazingly Beautiful

Rachael — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 15:37:58 +0000

Imagine my excitement upon discovering this beautiful treasure in the mail. My friend sent me this nursing necklace that she made, and it is so gorgeous. I just love it so much. Mia nearly hyperventilated with excitement the first time she clutched it in her wee little hands. Never before had she been handed something so precious, and she was bursting with excitement and curiosity. I only wish that I had had a video camera running, so that I could share her reaction. Her excitement was just so funny and sweet.

The necklace is beautiful, truly, and full of whimsical detail. I love how it feels, and I love that it softly chimes as Mia plays with the beads. Of course, these pictures do not do it justice.

I am so grateful to have such a wonderful friend.

If you are interested in one for yourself, she will be adding some to her Etsy shop soon. She also makes some really fantastic Waldorf style dolls, and scarves.

Sweet Little Guy

Rachael — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 14:19:16 +0000

I had the pleasure of meeting this sweet little one yesterday. He was so sweet and adorable. I can't get over what a sweet little guy he is. Of course, I also had lots of fun chatting with his awesome mama.

The Past Couple of Weeks

Rachael — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 02:12:03 +0000

Well, it has been a while since I have updated. I just wanted to share a few of my favorite pictures from the last month.

Mmmm. Lens Cap.

Rachael — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 21:21:48 +0000

Yum.

Rachael — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 19:26:03 +0000

If you haven't already, you should definitely check out the Too Good To Be True blog. I have been so excited about the recipes that Sasa has posted (just three so far). Last night I made Wild Rice and Chicken Soup and it was so good! I made some fresh bread this morning to go with the leftovers, and I think it is better today than it was yesterday.

Tonight I will be making stir fry using his seasoning suggestions, with kale, broccoli, bok choy and mushrooms. Yum.

Our Holidays

Rachael — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 06:59:54 +0000

Here are just a few pictures from our Holiday celebrations. We enjoyed spending lots of time with family, especially the grandparents.

I hope everyone had a fantastic holiday, and I wish you all the best in the new year!

Walk to the Playground

Rachael — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 03:15:40 +0000

A Basket full of Baby

Rachael — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:24:08 +0000

Bird Mobile

Rachael — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 22:00:31 +0000

I finally finished making this mobile that I began months before Mia was born. Sewing is not exactly one of my talents, so I am pretty proud of it. Mia was pretty impressed with it as well.

If you are interested you can find the pattern to make your own birds here.

Mia + Scarf

Rachael — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 21:56:48 +0000