Mother's Day

mom:  dress (Hatley, Blossom of Lexington c/o non-Lexington avail HERE), hat (HM, similar HERE), rings (Lagos, Anna Beck), bracelets (Morton James Cuff, Omar + Elsie Coordinates Bracelet, Kate Spade), sweater (GAP)

kiddos:  all clothing (Hatley, Blossom of Lex c/o non-Lexington avail HERE, HERE), shoes (Converse High Tops, Toms), all Hair Accessories (Remington c/o)

You two.  You're the reason I get to celebrate this day.  You are the reason I strive to be better.  You give this wild ride of life meaning and purpose.  You make me so happy.  You make me laugh.  You make me cry.  You strengthen me.  You teach me.  You give me courage. You challenge me.  You love me.  I love you.  

Happiest of Mother's Day to all Moms.  But especially to mine.  Mom, it wasn't until I had these two nuggets that I truly "got" all you are, all you did, all you sacrificed for Steph, Jarrod, and me.  Amazing doesn't do you justice, Mom.  If I'm half as good as you were and continue to be, I'll be doing a damn good job.  Love you and wish we were together today.  

Two other shouts out go to Kristin Tatem of Kristin Tatem Photography and Rebecca Kent of Blossom--two amazing, hard working moms whom I also call friends and who made this post possible.  KT, you know I love you & your mad skills, and Rebecca, I adore your spunk and fabulous threads you clothe me and the gals in!  Enjoy your day ladies!  

PS:  Let me briefly talk shop because I know I struggle with finding hair accessories that both the gals and I can agree on.  One it's gotta hold their manes in place (they've got very thick heads of hair thanks to my mother).   And two, it must be comfy and cute--and I use that term loosely since my big gal is such a tomboy, God forbid it's girly or cute.  Thankfully Remington has tons of adorable options that satisfy both me and the little ladies.  Headbands are ridiculously comfortable with no behind the ear complaining, and the barrettes actually hold their hair in place--it's a miracle I tell ya!  Cute, comfy, and functional--thank you,  Remington!  

Enjoy your day gang.  Moms, kick your feet up and relax--you deserve it, you're doing a wonderful job!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Spots On Spots

bag (Clare Vivier, Omar + Elsie also available online HERE), blouse (Loft, see similar dots HERE HERE & HERE), denim (Paige c/o Blossom of Lexington also avail online HERE), necklace (Kendra Scott c/o), bracelets (Kate Spade, Coordinates, c/o Omar + Elsie, cuff Morton James), rings (Anna Beck, Lagos), shades (Gucci)

Happy Sunday, Gang!  Not sure about your parts of the world, but here in Lex, we're having an absolutely stunning Sunday.  

Always a lover of Duel Spots, I knew the moment I spotted this Clare Vivier Spotted Tote at Omar + Elsie, it had to be mine.  And when I tell you it goes with so much more than meets the eye, I ain't lying!  I basically carried it my entire weekend in Dallas and have continued to do so since.  For me, a look such as this goes the distance--polished and put together and yet has elements of detail that make it more than just a jeans-and-blouse-kinda-look.  Definitely plan on wearing for an evening out with some gal pals or tossed on with ballets for a daytime look.  

Cheers to a lovely Sunday and swing on back by  tomorrow for a new outfit post--Make it a good one!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Mint Loves Red

blouse (Blossom of Lexington c/o), shorts (J.Crew ON SALE), belt (J.Crew see similar HERE), heels (Kate Spade see similar HERE), clutch (JJ Winters), necklace (Page Sargisson), cuff (Morton James), shades (Ray Ban), rings (Lagos, Anna Beck)

I'd have to say of all the colors mint complements (navy, camel, gray, black, yellow, other shades of green, powder blue, pale pink) hands down RED is my favorite.  It is the perfect pop next to mint's subdued tone don't ya think?  Highly recommend you give it a go next time you toss on some MINT.  Keeping her short and sweet today, gang, you all enjoy your Thursday!  

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

My Brood

The Parker Family | Lexington Photographer from Kristin Tatem on Vimeo.

I couldn't resist sharing what is already my most cherished keepsake of my crew.  We embarked on our annual family Christmas photo session with my gal, Kristin Tatem, several weeks ago.  Not only have I relied on this insanely talented friend for my blog photos, but she has also shot my ladies since they were babes.  Oh my goodness did she outdo herself and give us the ultimate gift, this video montage of our session that day!  To have this precious time in my children's lives captured on film is beyond invaluable.  I will treasure this forever, Kristin, and thank you from the bottom of my heart.  I dedicate this post to you, missy, as well as the folks that helped make it extra special, Blossom of Lexington for the precious Tea clothing, Barker's Christmas Tree Farm, Geneva Harris, and most importantly, my precious family--I love you all from here to the moon!

You all have a wonderful weekend--I hope you enjoy this little slice of my crew! 

children's clothing courtesy of Blossom of Lexington

children's wellies Hunter