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Growing

We are both growing...fast.

Lucky

In this moment, I have everything I need. Loving husband, sunshine, and a belly full of love. Lucky, indeed.

A View from Above

Tray redo

A hand-me-down tray has a new life. After a coat of white paint and a mod podge of some wrapping paper from a gift I received, this tray is good as new!

Trash to Treasure

My parents brought me a few old chairs. A coat of white spray paint and some leftover velvet fabric does wonders. Voila!

Mother's Day

My thoughtful husband's gift to me. We were so anxious to meet our little bundle.

Horizontal Stripes

As my belly began to grow, I decided to embrace the changes, and my favorite motif. Who said horizontal stripes can't be flattering?

Belly love

Fit for a queen

My happy place

It's been a while...

Well, it has been a while! Lots of changes.

Louisiana made, Louisiana proud

It's been ten years since I have lived in New Orleans, but it will always feel like home. Memories of being on the water as a child will never leave me. Riding in the boat, breathing the fresh air, feeling the wind in my hair...memories of a simpler time. Now, I see that place through different eyes and with a deeper appreciation.

Valentino RTW Spring 2012

Like a little slice of heaven! Beautiful lace, tulle, and laser cut fabrics, with a perfect balance of femininity and sensuality. The impeccable tailoring shows the perfect amount of skin. Perfection!

Southwestern Corn Soup

Southwestern Corn Soup

1/4 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 can chopped tomatoes and pepper blend, drained (Mexican style)
2 cans of cream style corn
1 can of chicken stock
Flour
Tortilla corn chips
Cumin
Chili powder
Salt and pepper

Saute onion and garlic in canola oil over medium high heat until golden. Lower heat to medium low, add can of tomatoes and stir. Add cans of creamed corn and stock. Bring to a simmer. With a ladle, carefully remove 1/4 cup of broth into a small bowl. Add flour and stir with a fork until thick paste is formed. Add paste back to the soup mixture to thicken. Mix in two handfuls of crushed tortilla corn chips. Bring soup back to a simmer, 5-10 minutes. Season with cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper. Turn off heat and let cool, 5-10 minutes. With a stick blender, puree soup mixture. Serve with crema Mexicana, queso and tortilla chips.

End of Summer...

End of Summer... by jjaquillard featuring skinny jeans

Pop of Pink

How fun is this? I have been living in my white converse Chuck's this summer. They are great with jeans and quirky with dresses. I love the pop of pink. So fun!

Floppy straw hat

Mission: To find the perfect floppy straw hat for summer.
Easily accomplished. The selection is great right now.
Urban Outfitters

Parisian Weekend

Parisian Weekend by jjaquillard featuring a striped shirt

Where it all began...

A classic cover. This is one of the most memorable issues of Vogue I remember getting. This began my lifelong love of fashion. I started my subscription to Vogue when I was 13, and have been getting it almost continually since. I really wish I would have held on to all of my old Vogue magazines. I would cherish that collection now.

Little Tybee Island, Savannah, Georgia

Photos taken on a recent boat trip to Little Tybee Island near Savannah, Georgia.
Perfect day with the family. Much needed relaxation.

The one and only Rocco

Rocco. Our first born.
We've always thought he was the best dog we could ever hope for. But, getting a new puppy has put that into clearer perspective. So laid back and unaffected, he truly believes he is a human, and in some ways, he acts like it. Rocco, we love you.

Lanvin

My new Lanvin beauties. This is the first of this line I have ever purchased, and I am a fan!
The perfect combination of glamour and comfort. Love!

One of a kind

New nail color, Essie One of a Kind

We're a two dog family now!

Meet Chloe, the newest member of our family.

We adopted this sweet girl yesterday from the Atlanta Humane Society. She loves to cuddle! Our first baby, Rocco, needed some companionship. She is rounding out our family perfectly. We are so happy to have found her!

Out of Sight, Out of Mind

Today's organization inspiration...makeup.
My makeup is the last thing I do before I run out of the door in the morning.
The more visible it all is, the better (and quicker I get out of the house).
And if I can't see it, I won't use it (what a waste).
In my vanity, I have everything laid out in the order of application.
Powder/concealer {top left}
Blush {top right}
Eye shadow {top center}
Eye liner/mascara {bottom left}
Lip liner {bottom right}
Lip gloss {bottom center}
Organization...makes mornings easy.

Vintage bottles

I love vintage bottles. My husband and I rescued
these as they were on their way to the dump.

Maybe old dogs can learn new tricks...

My husband and I decided that we would make a list of things that we want to accomplish this year. A few things we decided on were:
learn to play an instrument
learn a new language
start running
learn to draw
We are on our way! My parents (my father is a brilliant musician) bought us both instruments; for my husband a guitar, for me a ukulele. While we have not mastered them, I am proud to say we have learned a number of chords and a few songs. And it's so fun! As an art student, my husband has quickly learned to draw quite well. This is my first attempt. I have painted random, abstract things before, but never have I tried to "draw". I can't take credit for the originality, as I saw this on a piece of stationery.
Maybe old dogs can learn new tricks...

Chanel Resort 2011

I love the sheer femininity juxtaposed with...is that laser cut leather? Brilliant.