Happy Birthday Cecilia! 14 months and counting

I know, I know.  14 months!...So I might have missed the last 2 birthday months...oops.  It surely doesn't mean we don't love every minute that Cecilia is in our lives - making us laugh and bringing us so much joy.  

We celebrated Cecilia's first birthday with a Birthday Brunch at home, complete with donuts, homemade hash brown cups, sausage and egg roll ups, a yogurt bar, fruit, 3 quiches, and mimosas! Though she won't remember the details, we hope she will always remember the love that surrounds her and knows the blessing she is to our lives! 

   

Happy birthday Cecilia!

 

And one more for good measure - who can resist a baby crying on Santa's lap????

We love you Cecilia and are so excited for this next year of your precious life! - says the village idiot 

Stitch Fix 101

So about 4 months ago I signed up for Stitch Fix, logged on, filled out the 40 3 page questionnaire, and then proceeded to not push SEND until about 3 weeks ago.  I received an email from Stitch Fix waiving the $20 styling fee, and therefore had NO obstacles in my way for trying this revolutionary way of purchasing clothes.  I scheduled my first Fix and it was delivered several weeks ago. Consequently it came on day one of potty training, so it was basically like a gift from God.  

Spoiler alert! - I ended up not keeping any pieces, BUT I felt like the stylist did a good job figuring out what I wear normally, while also trying to stretch my style. I didn't quite understand some of the pieces (insert flying-wombat looking poncho), and I specifically asked for two items (a tunic for leggings, and tan booties) which they didn't send it all! I would absolutely do it again, and recommend it, especially if you don't have the time to shop, or like me (have the mental capacity to put together cute outfits). I've included a picture of each piece for your laughing pleasure. 

The 5 pieces they sent were:
1. Purple skinny jeans - super cute, but kind of pricey and a little too much a statement for my wardrobe 
2. Navy blue blouse - It was a little more fitted than I prefer to wear
3. Infinity scarf - cute but I already have an infinity scarf I love, and with a minimalist wardrobe in mind, it was returned
4.  Wombat poncho shirt - I didn't even know what to make of this...great in theory (I guess), absolutely ridiculous on 
5. Striped "baseball" tee - no no and no.  Insert - I am NOT pregnant, but this piece made me look about 4 months along 

So there you have it! Stitch Fix trial one!  I haven't scheduled my next Fix yet but I am certain I will try it again soon! - says the village idiot