Anders loves to set up his characters, cars, little odds and ends here on the table–probably because it is, most often, the clearest space for him to do so. He’ll sit there and act out in total jibberish (to me, but I suspect not to him) what these characters are doing. Eeyore against a dragon in this case. I can’t recall how this particular scene resolved itself. Good luck, Eeyore!
The above blooms were sent to me from Bloom2Bloom and they’re one of the most beautiful bouquets ever. Ranunculas are a favorite of mine–and probably yours–and then there’s these big succulents in it that you can actually repot when the rest of the bouquet is done. Plus, orange! Check them out and use HUNTLIFE15 for a discount if you’d like too.
I took my first overnight without Anders last weekend. I was invited by Lark Hotels to spend the weekend at their Kennebunkport hotel, Captain Fairfield Inn. It was an early Mother’s Day event and my Mom was also invited. What a special treat it was, and so nice of them. I can’t remember the last time my Mom and I got away together for an overnight… perhaps when I was a kid?! A long time. Their hotels are fantastic (remember this one?) and it was such a pleasure to stay at another. Thank you Lark!
There were a few other bloggers (and their moms) there, none of whom I really knew before this weekend, so it was fun to get to know a few other local women in the world of blogging. And to know that you could just take a picture of a breakfast table without a bunch of eye rolls in the room! These women get it!
Their breakfast spread was so good. Double cheese souffle, fruit, and a scone was my breakfast of choice. They also planned for us to do flower arranging with Alice’s Table. Such a far cry from my typical weekends–which I do love of course–but this was a nice relaxing one. And I slept in until 8 am. 
This is a private home just two houses down from the inn. I loved it. Everything was so manicured and the house didn’t have a spot of dirt on it. After our night at the inn, my Mom and I walked around Kennebunkport before coming home (we left a day early to celebrate my Dad’s 70th birthday with my family and my sister’s family). Such a cute little town. I’m not sure why I haven’t explored it more. We had lunch at David’s and I also popped into the Daytrip Society — for adults and their junior store. Cutest things (and looks like you can actually shop their website).
My outfit: skirt (on sale) from Gap, shirt from J.Crew (literally spent $7 on it on sale; the back of it is so pretty), shoes from Lotta, scarf (old) from TJ Maxx.
What a sweet way to spend time with your mom! And off season–enjoy the town without the chaos of it all! Happy Early Mother’s Day to you both! ps- she’s ADORABLE!!
Look at the breakfast spread – it has be drooling!
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that house is amazing! and i love your skirt. what a fun little overnight!
xo, brittany
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Lovely!!!! See how life moves on? That’s why we all look forward to tomorrows. Some days…not great…some fabulous! One never knows what’s in store, enjoy every one of your days. Loved the post, on my list to visit. Thanks!
My husband and I took our first trip sans kids to Kennebunkport. It’s so charming. We stayed at a B and B at the point across from the Bush family compound – ha. We even saw the ladies taking a walk like NBD, except for the secret service men closely following. Loved Day Trip Society and Junior too! Rococo ice cream was amazing as well. We definitely want to return with the kids! Glad you got to have time with your mom…so special!
I saw Rococo ice cream, but didn’t stop this time… I’ll be back 😉
Please tell me about your dining room table!!!
are you local to Boston area?! I got it at a wholesale factory in Peabody, MA actually! It’s mango wood – so if you’re not local, start there.
So… how did you manage with regard to nursing? Do you pump when you are away from Anders? Or does your supply magically adjust? Or are you and Anders done? (apologies if this is too personal – I love the relationship you have with your kids and was curious)
not too personal! i didn’t nurse him to bed friday night or to nap saturday (i only nurse before sleep these days). there are nights when i go out with friends, etc. though that he’ll go to bed without nursing. he’d prefer to go to sleep with it of course but steve can put him to bed w/o it as well. i don’t pump at all and my supply is so low at this point, i could probably stop cold turkey and be fine. that said, i nursed him once i got back saturday evening!