Dash of Darling

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Ok so I’m suuuuuper indecisive haha. It took me two months to pull the trigger on counter stools because I’m the type of person that has to look at every single possible counter stool on the market and then ruminate on it for two months before pulling the trigger. But I’m so glad I did because when I found these beauties I knew right away they were ‘the ones.’ Easy to clean, great for kids, simple in design and they warm up the space with a nice wood contrast from our black island cabinets. Shop my kitchen: http://liketk.it/2JfDb #worththewait #kitchendecor #kitchensofinstagram #liketkit #ltkhome (at Phoenix, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7bkr-8BrCW/?igshid=1l5puad5ghuhe

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For 2020 we are making a push to be more conscious of the products we're using, especially when it comes to household items. The products that clean our clothes and the countertops that my daughter inevitably eats off of shouldn’t spoil our health or the earth. I recently discovered @grovecollaborative and I absolutely LOVE it because I know the items I am buying are all plant-based and sustainable. 🌿 I am sharing on my stories how new customers can get a bunch of free goodies, including picking your own scent of my fave Mrs. Meyers products, when you spend $20 or more on your first order. And if you spend $39 or more, they’ll throw in a free Grove stoneware tray (so cute) that you guys were all obsessing over. So get after it. #grovepartner #inmydomaine #kitchendesign #kitchensofinstagram #modhemian (at Phoenix, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7Wewa6BnZQ/?igshid=1inr672k4bvim

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After nap hangs with my girls in our Christmas jammies. #christmas2019 #girlmom #motherhood (at Phoenix, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/B6Rc9rzhT6N/?igshid=vkd7tgfvat3h

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I feel like this photo perfectly embodies my life right now: chill baby, emotional toddler, and a non-reactive stoic mom face. 🤣#merrychristmasyafilthyanimals #momlife #motherhood #christmas2019 #attheprincess (at Fairmont Scottsdale Princess) https://www.instagram.com/p/B6Jvg0SBQSq/?igshid=x7tyead4d0bu

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Soleil’s birth story is finally on my blog (two months later haha). That about sums up how life has been since we were blessed with this sweet little angel... busy! In the best way. Two little girls and I am the luckiest mama in the world. Truly. 📷: @emileejaynephotography #thankful #momoftwo #motherhood #ttccommunity #ttcsisters (at Phoenix, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/B6BGBtDgutZ/?igshid=1hhn2ui6l3kmt

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My sunshine. ☀️ @shannonleephotoaz #newbornphotography #newbornbabygirl #newborngirl #motherly #newbornphotoshoot #soleil (at Phoenix, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/B48UaWdAU-S/?igshid=qsi71elq5t5p

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Happy due date to my little Lay Lay. I can’t believe she’s been here with us already for nearly four weeks. I’m just counting my lucky stars for her and that she’s healthy and safe here in our arms. I feel like this pregnancy flew by, but my third trimester was just a wild whirlwind. But looking back, pregnancy is a beautiful beautiful thing, and so incredible. We should celebrate it and the miracles our bodies can perform. I’m so glad I’ll have these photos to cherish thanks to @briannaandersonphotography. See more on my blog by clicking the link in my bio because she made me feel like a little goddess. #maternity #motherhood #motherly #maternityphotoshoot #bumpstyle (at Phoenix, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4h4ywSA6dJ/?igshid=10lmrb4z5rjvo

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☀️SOLEIL OPHELIA LINDQUIST☀️ (pronounced: so-lay) ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #youaremysunshine #newborn #newbornbaby #motherly #newbornbabygirl #motherhood (at HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3hr6Oqh09p/?igshid=1b09jaqfo5zc9

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Yesterday, at 10:08am on 10/10 we welcomed our beautiful baby GIRL at 36 weeks. 💗 I am so incredibly happy and grateful to say that she is healthy and perfect as can be. Thanks for all your messages of love and support. 📷: @emileejaynephotography #momoftwo #girlmom #octoberbaby (at HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3e1oWwgpE1/?igshid=7h0r7skw67j1

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These past few weeks have just been a whirlwind (to say the least). From being diagnosed with cholestasis (check my highlights to learn more) to getting the call from my OB that we’re being induced ASAP to (finally) quickly moving into our new house two days before baby arrives... I’m pretty beat. But despite my lack of energy and time, I made it a priority to spend precious moments with my angel. The one who made me a mama. And I am just beyond excited to give Luna a sibling and make this house our home with not one, but two precious babes running through our halls. Thanks to @serenaandlily for helping us get there faster with their darling pillows (20% off) that look perfect greeting us as we walk in the door. #darlingabodeproj #homedecor #mudroom #SLpartner (at Phoenix, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3bQm0fBr5j/?igshid=j6xkm9ev422l

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You are my sunshine. ☀️ #35weekspregnant #maternity #motherhood (at Phoenix, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3SitodhRZc/?igshid=51tclms9rijn

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I’m getting emotional scrolling through my old photos looking back at baby Luna. My love for her is indescribable. For these past two years she has been my one and only. My little bestie. My go-with-me-everywhere buddy. My double rainbow. After a long and treacherous battle, she made me a mama. And since the moment she put our world together, she has been the best teacher - so patient and continually happy while I learn the ropes of motherhood. And I can’t believe that in a few short days (yes, days), our family will expand. While I know this transition will be hard for me, it will be harder for her. I promise you, my little love, that I will do everything I can to remind you how loved and special you are. While my time may be split, my heart never will be. For I will love you both equally, individually. Remember that always. And may you always FEEL how deeply loved you are. Thank you, Moonbeam, for being you. For making me a mama. For being the rainbow after so many storms. I love you endlessly. #motherhood #lunaelara #soontobemomoftwo (at Phoenix, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3Q3LW9gRuW/?igshid=14916tb9dyt3r

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Got sent a sneak peek from my shoot yesterday with Luna Moon from @hoveringheartphotography and I am so glad and grateful to have these special moments captured. I will cherish these images forever. I can’t wait to see the rest. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ A special thank you to @mua_nat for making me feel beautiful with hair and makeup and to my friend @chantefox for welcoming us into her home to shoot while subcontractors work in and out of ours. #maternityshoot #33weekspregnant #mommyandme #maternityphotoshoot (at Phoenix, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2rl6QbBnNq/?igshid=1qpw9u8h7oab8

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K so where are your favorite decor places to shop? The house is nearlyyyyyyy there and I am sooooo ready to start shopping for furniture! I have a pretty good idea of the direction I want to take it, but I want to find unique and funky, yet livable pieces that will really compliment our new home. PLEASE tag your faves! I’ll tag mine in the comments below! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I am so excited to start “nesting” and getting this house to feel like a home! PS, my dress is so stretchy and comfy and is from @sundaysthelabel! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #DarlingAbodeProj #decor #homebuild #apartmenttherapy #thedelightsofdecor #mystylishspace #blackandwhitedecor #scandiboho (at Phoenix, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2pFQ2gBypu/?igshid=1asypqlb8mdqy

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Only 7 weeks till this little babe is due (I still can’t believe I have the EXACT SAME due date as I had with Luna). 💫 Baby will be here before we know it and I’m starting to panic just a little because we’re still not even in our house yet, so I haven’t even begun nesting, buying *much (just little outfits but everything else is just more to move) or preparing a nursery. I feel so unprepared! I guess history really does repeat itself (our house sold when I was pregnant with Luna at 36 weeks and we had 4 weeks to find a new place to live, move, settle and nest haha). Thankfully, all this baby needs is me, my snuggles and my milk (and ok, proooooobably a bassinet haha). I better get on that. 🙈 #32weekspregnant #motherhood #maternityshoot #pregnancy (at Scottsdale, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2W8DKeh6Xg/?igshid=5aki6xfps6l9

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I’m a slacker. Yup, definitely. I’ve been meaning to share the gender of our baby, but we’ve just been so busy.🤦🏼‍♀️Now that we’re only 7 weeks away from delivery, should I just wait to share at the hospital day-of, or should I share now? I’m taking a poll on my stories so head there to weigh in!💙💗 #baby2 #32weekspregnant #mommyandme (at San Gimignano) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2VB2Mugg-y/?igshid=yqo16cj1gk97

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I’m not sure what melted faster in Croatia... me or my ice cream. Travel tip: if you head to Dubrovnik anytime soon, explore the old town either first thing in the morning or in the evening. It’s hot af. And renting a boat to explore the islands is a must. #dubrovnik #croatia #summertravels (at Dubrovnik, Croatia) https://www.instagram.com/p/B19yaCJguwu/?igshid=1p2ds3qyfk71s