Carter's Love

I went to a Carter's outlet the other day. I usually don't like to shop ahead, I never feel like I really know what size my baby will be and I don't want to waste money on something that cannot be returned. This is sad because you can fine great deals if you shop a season ahead.

While I was browsing the Carter's sales, a most helpful salesperson informed me of their fabulous return policy. Basically, as long as I keep my receipt I can return anytime. That means a year from now, if I'm trying to squeeze little Miss Lucy into an adorable Christmas dress that I swore would fit her and it just doesn't, I can take it back.

So, I (with the financial aid of Grandma) went a little crazy. But, I got some crazy good deals too! Now, to find the best place for that receipt so I can find it next December...

Take a look at some of my purchases

*I'm a fan of layering and believe that a white cardigan can go on over almost anything. Discloser, I did pay full price so I could have one small enough for her this summer, but the other two were super cheap. Plus I got a hot pink hoodie and a jean jacket for the fall!
*Fun little Christmas dress and an adorable black velvet dress. Now, to find the perfect ruffled diaper cover!!

Girly Girl

I'm not too stressed about Lucy having all pink, frill, and beautiful for her baby gear. In fact, I went through sleepers from Max's baby clothes and have determined that it won't kill her (or me) to sleep in blue, sports themed sleepers.

However, I've been a little sad for her to use Max's car seat. It isn't totally masculine, but it doesn't scream girl either. I wasn't sad enough to drop a couple hundred on a new car seat though. BUT, I found a nice compromise. I looked on etsy.com and found this wonderful shop, SooShabbyChic

Today my order came and I can't WAIT to put this on the carseat, too too too cute!!!

It will protect Lucy from the sun, keep germy hands away from her when we are strolling the mall, and look totally girly in the process!

Wordless Wednesday: Xmas Edition

Random but True...

Max to Mommy:

"My butt is full of surprises!"

Random but true facts from Max.

Monday Morning Blues

Christmas vacation is officially over and Lane has returned to work this morning.

Max is not happy. Lane truly is his best friend and plays with him so much when he doesn't have work. On Monday mornings, Max is generally in a pretty bad mood with me. Mommy just doesn't compare to Daddy.

I've been trying to think of what we could do on Monday's to lessen his disappointment that he is now back with only Mommy as his entertainment.

I've decided Monday is going to be a baking day. Every monday I will bake something and Max will get to help (ie. he will eat the batter, that is usually the extent of his help). He loves when I bake and I love when I have a routine. So, Mondays are now that days that I will officially bake the blues away!

On the baking agenda this morning: Star Wars Cookies!

Sunday Sayings...

From the mouth of Max:

"Don't touch that hanger" -Max to a baby in a store.

"Don't boss her around" - Me to Max

"But, I'm a big brother!" -Max to Me... poor Lucy doesn't have a chance!