Monthly Archives: March 2013

Closet Staple: Jean Jacket

Posted on March 11, 2013 by Rena Anne

I have had this jacket for years and it is one of the most worn items in my closet.

I love that it can be paired with any dress, skirt or skinny jean combo and matches practically everything.

When purchasing a jean jacket look for:

1. A smaller size. A larger size or even your normal size, could add unnecessary bulk. Aim for one size smaller than you usually wear.

2. A lightweight fabric. A jacket that is softer will be easier to move in, give you a softer look and obviously be more comfortable. If possible, buy a used jacket for that already “lived-in” feel.

3. A medium-colored wash. This color will have the most versatility and will transcend trends, therefore extending the amount of time you’ll be able to wear it.

If you haven’t yet, you should consider adding a jean jacket to your wardrobe soon!

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10 on 10

Posted on March 10, 2013 by Rena Anne

Our morning started out a bit differently than most Sundays.

We had a sleepover at a friend’s house (first time for my boys) AND it was the time change, so all that combined we had a very sleepy day.

We started the morning off by eating oranges in the sunshine.

While we grownups got to juicin’ and drank our veggies.

We dyed some jeans. (I’ll do my best to follow up with a completed project pic in the near future.)

Then we hit up a local thrift store. We might have been insane taking four kids shopping during nap time, but they were all surprisingly well-behaved.

Great friends don’t need to be asked to buckle your kids in. They just do it.

This kid decided to fall asleep AS we turned onto our street and promptly woke up again as soon as the car stopped. Grr.

I spent nap time (once they finally fell asleep) making this ornament garland. I’m so excited with how it turned out!

My favorite snack lately is bananas with honey roasted almond butter. So delicious.

The exhaustion finally overwhelmed me and I crashed on the couch. What is it about mommy laying down that makes kids need your immediate and full attention?!

Lastly we decided to take our dinner up on the hill above our house to try to catch a glimpse of the comet. My husband and his love for astronomy keeps our life interesting.