The Summer Dining
When we were building our home, we knew very early on we wanted a wrap around porch. Since moving into our home, our screened in porch has quickly become one of our favorite spots to hang as a family. We’ve already outfitted the space with a daybed swing and seating area, but we also wanted a space where we could dine al fresco, and do so without breaking the bank. Here’s the deal, gang, I’m gonna let you in on a secret well known fact…….building a house is a costly little undertaking. Last I checked our property didn’t have a money tree on it, which is why I knew this little area was PERFECT for that high low mix. And lucky for us, walmart.com has totally elevated their home game
Little Ladies, Ivivva by Lululemon
Coming ‘atcha live with my two main gals. Now that we’re in the thick of summer, there’s truly no place the three of us would rather be than romping around outdoors. Whether it’s walking the Zionsville Rail Trail, hitting up the park, going on a run with Chaser in prep for cross country season, watching Roo practicing her gymnastics and dancing, or just kicking it around town….ivivva by lululemon is no doubt our favorite active wear threads of choice
6 Month Old Baby Boy Update
This little critter is on the brink of his 8th month next week, so proooooooobably high time I do a little 6-7 month update--Lordy be, third child probs am I right?! Lots of changes for Baby Calvin these past few months and if I've said it once, I've said it a thousand times....T H I S is my absolutely favorite stage. The preciousness is just at an all time high and I swear there's a new discovery every day
Dads Love His Lids Hat
It’s not often I’m able to get this guy in front of the camera, but in honor of Father’s Day, there’s no better time to have his handsome mug on the blog! When Johnny’s not working, he loves to keep it casual yet still pulled together. He’s a guy after my own heart, because like his wife, he loves a good casually polished look with some sneaks. And he knows I LOVE him in a HAT
The Tween Nest
As I'm teeing up this post, I'm realizing Chase should've totally been today's author. Because no one can convey the love of her new bedroom better than she. If y'all may recall on move in day we only had her Bed from Birch Lane outfitted and well, based on her reaction (read: sheer and utter squeal worthy excitement), she was and still is simply over the moon
39 Things About Me
Happy Happy Easter, Gang! And April Fool's Day, which just so happens to be this gal's Bday!! In honor of my last year in my 30's (Holy Moses), let's share 39 random tidbits you may not know about me! Cheers to a wonderful day with your crew--and to my fellow Fools--Happy Bday...something tells me 39 is going to be one for the books!
Calvin's Four Months
Happy F O U R M O N T H S to our big boy! I'm not going to dwell (read: SOB) on the fact that this time has truly flown by and I wish it would come to a screeching halt, but rather focus on all of this sweet boy's fun facts, milestones, and how he truly has brightened our family in ways we could've never imagined
The Sleep Trainer
"Calvin wants to sleep just like you and me. He just doesn't know how. We have to teach him." And it was with those words that I knew, Ashley was going to help us sleep train our boy.
The 2017 Highlights Reel
So I think it's pretty safe to say that 2017 will go down as one of my best years yet! Not quite sure how 2018 can even begin to hold a candle to the birth of our sweet little bundle, John adopting the bunnies, or mom and pip making the cover of Redbook! It was a whirlwind of year but in the most beautiful way imaginable
Our Adoption Story: We Are the Chappos
Man, gang, this one overwhelms me right from the start. Probably more so than Calvin's Birthstory, our Wedding Day, or any of my other personal posts. I'd say it's because October 18th was a day I never really thought imaginable I suppose. For those of you that have followed s + s for sometime, you're well aware of our journey...and you've been supportive as hell throughout it all. But for those of you that are new, I won't dwell on the past, but the gals and I have overcome our fair share of heartache in recent year's past
Calvin's Favorite Things
We've had our sweet bundle for a little over five weeks now so I though it was high time to chat up some of Calvin's Favorite Things. The list is (kinda) long, but then again, in the world of baby--the gear is 'a plenty! Each of these items have been given Calvin's Seal of Approval aka--he digs 'em..which means Mom digs 'em
Newborn Story: Calvin's Birthday
How does the saying go....."If you want to make God laugh, tell him your plans." Well, it seems that on October 14, 2017 both God and Calvin had a good chuckle! Hang tight on this one gang, she'll be personal, emotional, and a touch lengthy but I'll wrap it up with some of my favorite shots from the day.
Sealed with a School Kiss
We're about two weeks into the Back to School scene, and I think we've finally gotten into our groove. We've all adjusted to the earlier morning wake up call, the afternoon activities, and the nighttime hustle. A solid rhythm indeed. The bunnies have been a little more into their fashion scenes this year than year's past
Summer Gets Schooled
In light of our summer coming to close (I know--tragic isn't it), I wanted to give a little family update as we are on the brink of M A N Y changes here in the near future. First and foremost, this summer has been one of my absolute favorites
Gender Reveal: The Baby Blue
"Y E S! Yes, I want to know the gender!" I squealed to my doc upon receiving the results of our genetic testing. Hells to the No do I have the capacity to wait until D-Day. And so without further ado, she said
Pregnancy Announcement: Our Party of Five
Oh goodness, gang, I've waited for quite some time to post this bad boy up! And I truly couldn't be more elated and just straight up over the moon to share that the Chappo Crew is going to welcome a new little bundle this October
Let's Reflect
Alright, gang, as we close out 2016, it's only natural that we do a little reflection on the year and take a trip down 2016 Memory Lane. Now some will say 2016 was a bit of a bust be it for political reasons or what have you. I, on the other hand, am claiming 2016 as one of the best
The Family Photoshoot
Isn't the time leading up to family pictures so wonderful? No. No it's not. Not at all. It never fails I turn into a bit of a gremlin as we're trying to get ready to get out the door
The Artwork
Before we chat up the amazing new prints we received from Minted, let's get y'all up to speed on where we all began with this condo