The Little Things

So I'm driving home from church today (Chris had to work) and I roll down the back two windows in an attempt to keep Mason awake until we get home for a nap. The wind was blowing through his hair and a big grin came across his face showing all 12 of his teeth. Following the grin were sweet little giggles. It is in those moments that I think "This is what it's all about." It's the little things in life that make us the happiest.

It's the first blooms that come in Spring that end up in the kitchen window.
It's putting on my makeup with the bathroom window up hearing the birds chirping after winter.
It's my almost 16 month old toddler getting a kick out of stacking gravel on jet ski trailers, steps, and the front walkway.
It's hearing Chris tell Mason to find someone like his Mama and he'll be lucky.
It's going to the bathroom by myself. (A rare occasion once you've become a Mom.)
It's the back porch dinners on a Spring evening.
It's the wet clothes that I have to change after Mason is done splashing in the tub.
It's the moment of "still" in the chaotic world we live in.

It is the little things in life that make me stop and appreciate these moments. I'm so thankful for them.


Check out my sister, Lindsey's, blog tomorrow. She's doing a HECK of a giveaway! :)

Trendy Tot Tuesday

Today, I'm doing my first link up! I'm linking up with Mrs in Training to do Trendy Tot Tuesday.

I'm one of 3 sisters. All I've ever known is girls...until I had my sweet son. Now, when I found out I was having a boy I thought "But boys can't have cute clothes." WRONG! Whoever thinks dressing a boy can't be fun is mistaken, just like I was! I LOVE to dress my boy. I love that he can wear camo pants and a long john shirt and be so stinkin' cute. I figured I'd do my first link up to show him off and what a cute little style he has!

 

 

Stella & Dot Faves

In my  previous post, I shared my exciting news of becoming a Stella & Dot Stylist! I wanted to share some of MY favorites from their line. Stella & Dot has been seen on many celebs, such as Carrie Underwood, Sofia Vergara, Giuliana Rancic, Jennie Garth, and the list goes on! Here are a few celebs wearing S&D and rocking it!

Demi Lovato wearing our Virginia Bib Necklace

 

Giuliana Rancic wearing our Metropolitan Mixed Chain Necklace

 

Carrie Underwood sporting the VERY popular Renegade Cluster Bracelet

 

Jennie Garth wearing my FAVORITE S&D necklace

 


And  here is my favorite Fashion Blogger, Megan Runion, wearing 3 S&D pieces, the Renegade Cluster Bracelet in gold, the Christina Link Bracelet, and the On The Mark Necklace.



I think my favorite items with Stella & Dot are the ones that can be worn every day! I love to layer their bracelets and necklaces. But they also have some great statement pieces. Check out my website for our full line of jewelry! If you have any questions, you can email me at lesliebarton810@gmail.com.







Welcome: Stella & Dot!

 

 

For any of ya'll that know me, you know that I LOVE jewelry. It's a passion really. I love coordinating jewelry with my outfits and buying outfits around the jewelry I buy! I have drooled over Stella & Dot jewelry and was quite intrigued by their collection, the quality, and the different styles that they carry. Since I fell in love with their products, I decided to join the team! I am so excited to start this venture. I'll keep ya'll updated on products, new arrivals, and giveaways!

If you are interested in looking at Stella & Dot's collection, you can visit my website, visit me on Facebook,  or I can send you a catalog in the mail! If you want to get FREE jewelry, contact me about having a trunk party or online party!

Right now, I'm hosting a MYSTERY HOSTESS Online Trunk Party. ANYONE who orders now through April 6th will be entered to win free jewelry! So as long as you make a purchase through THIS LINK , will be entered to win the Hostess credits! Happy Shopping! 

Thanks for your support and I look forward to showing you all of the goodies that Stella & Dot have to offer!

Check out my S&D link on my page (thanks to my awesome sister, Lindsey)  if you'd like to order something or check out Stella & Dot's website!

Weekend Fun for 3

What a great weekend it has been.

Friday evening I went to a Vault Denim jean party and scored some great bright blue colored jeans. PERFECT for my Spring wardrobe!

On Saturday, Chris, Mason, and I got to spend all day together! We went out for breakfast at a restaurant down the road. Blueberry pancakes, eggs, and the BEST bacon I've ever had. Yum. We ran some errands, came home for Mason's nap, and ended the evening at Applebee's for dinner. Mason was so well-behaved.


Today, we got on our color-coordinated Easter outfits and went to church in the pouring rain. Not exactly the "spring weather" I was hoping for. We had lunch at church and I got to see my sister after her week in HAITI. What a great hug that was! (SO proud of her and can't wait to hear all about her trip!) We enjoyed a sunny afternoon, mud puddle fun for Mason, and a dinner outside on the grill! It was a much-appreciated weekend with my guys. I'm very much looking  forward to Spring.

The way he loves his Daddy.

I think there is a certain way our children show us they love us. Whether they be 5 months, 5 years, or 35, they have a way of showing their parents that they love them. I also think they love Mama and Daddy differently. When Mason is hurt, he wants "Maaaa Maaaa", when he's tired he wants Mama. But when that back door opens, Mason runs. He knows that Dada is finally home.

 

Chris is a hard worker. I don't mean he is your typical "hard worker." He works from the moment he wakes up until he goes to sleep. He. Works. Hard. So, naturally, I get to see Mason and spend more time with him. And that boy loves me. He really does. But I think the difference is his time with Dada is special. It doesn't happen as long or as frequently as time with me. I can tell by the way Mason watches Chris. I can tell by the way he will not come to me if his Daddy has just come in the door. I can tell by the way he runs up to him and opens his arms wide for his Daddy to pick him up. I just love to watch those two together. I soak it in as I watch them play, hug, cuddle...I know as Mason grows, he'll love his Daddy in different ways. The bond between a father and a son is undeniable. I love watching that bond grow each day.

 

 

He may not verbally say the words "I love you" yet but he sure knows how to show it. He loves his Daddy. 

 

 

 

A Weekend Away

Chris and I had the chance to get away for the weekend. Jet ski season has started and he is already so busy with his full-time job and what has turned into a second full-time job with skis 6+ months out of the year. So I was so happy for us to be able to get away for 36 hours. Here is a picture summary of our weekend and also the fun Mason was having while staying at his Grammy's. Those two are a pair! :)

 

 

 

It's always fun to get away. I think it's important to keep a husband/wife relationship with your spouse, not just a Mom/Dad relationship that comes with having a child. We had a great weekend, enjoyed our time together, but we were both ready to see our baby yesterday. Mama got a little snuggle time with Mase while Daddy had to finish working on a ski. (Thanks for your hard work, babe.)

 

 

 

I hope everyone enjoyed their weekend! Happy Monday!