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Camping Adventure

Posted on July 28, 2012 by Rena Anne

Last week we went camping up at the William Heise campground by Julian. I love this campground because of the massive oak trees and mountain air. We camped with two other families and had a great time! It completely rocked that our kids are all similar ages and played really well together.

Here are some things we learned from our adventure:

-air mattresses make great make-shift trampolines

-breakfast burritos are an excellent and easy camping dinner

-ziploc bags with water & pennies hung from the canopy actually subside massive fly attacks (got the idea on the always amazing Pinterest)

-sleeping in the same tent as two kids under the age of four is exhausting

–pancakes with chocolate chip cookie crumbles are dangerously addicting

-little boys LOVE dirt (duh)

-you have the ability to jump over cars (just about) when surprised with almost stepping on a snake (Jesse had a minor run-in with a garden snake at dusk one evening)

-s’mores with chocolate chip cookies, dried sweetened coconut and chocolate frosting are life changing

-laying in a portable hammock under a giant leafy tree is heavenly

As exhausting, dirty, crazy, chaotic, loud, irritating, frustrating, and insane as it is camping with young kids, we had a great time and made wonderful memories with our boys that I hope they will remember forever.

Check out my friend Irene’s gorgeous pictures from our trip.

Fashion Friday

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Rena Anne

Fears

I have two irrational fears.

I am afraid of birds and butterflies.

What’s that you say? “Rena, you are afraid of two of the smallest, prettiest creatures on this planet?”

Yes, I admit that those two TINY creatures FREAK ME OUT.

I am that girl that runs screaming from the butterfly exhibit having a panic attack. And I’m also the girl who is ducking like a maniac on the outdoor patio of a restaurant because the birds are flying around on the umbrellas. (Both of these examples, sadly have ACTUALLY happened.)

Who knows why I have this fear, since there really is no danger to either of them, hence the term “irrational”, yet still the fear is there.

Something you should never fear is COLOR in your wardrobe.

Too often I hear people say, “Oh, I couldn’t pull that off!” and to that I say, “Do you WANT to pull it off/make it work?!”

Then do it!

Color is such a great option to have in your wardrobe. You can add little “pops” of color here and there or go for the gusto and have color from top to bottom.

Here are some options (thank you, Pinterest, for your never ending chasm of fashion pictures):

And if you’re REALLY daring…try chalking your hair!

Happy Friday!

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Fashion Friday

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Rena Anne

My Mommy

My mother doesn’t always agree with my fashion choices or the way I put outfits together, but there are so many things I have learned from her. My mother taught me:

-how to put colors together. (She has an amazing understanding of colors and complimentary colors.)

-to appreciate my body and wear things that compliment me.

-to be confident and not care what other’s think of me.

-to dress appropriately and modestly.

-how to accessorize (she’s got an awesome collection of jewelry).

and

-to shop the sale rack and look for good deals.

I am so thankful for my mother that loves me no matter what I’m wearing. I hope that someday I can have a girl someday to pass on all of my fashion knowledge. Happy Mother’s Day to all you moms out there! 🙂