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Her Social Groove and Baby

an intentional mom + lifestyle blog experience by colleen reid

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July 21, 2020

July 21, 2020 Hersocialgrooveandbaby

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Happy Earth Day🌎! Someone recently made a comme Happy Earth Day🌎! Someone recently made a comment that he was so bored during this provincial lockdown, that when he would go on walks, he started to pick up litter and dispose of it properly. When I saw that comment, I couldn’t “un-see” it. What is something that you commit to doing to make contribute to a cleaner earth? Personally, I enjoy recycling. Sometimes, I make a mistake and put the wrong thing in the wrong bag BUT for the most part, I pride myself on doing it well!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #thebabyreidexperience #hersocialgrooveandbaby #frobabies #blackbabies #blackbabiesrock #naturalhairbabies #brownbabies #afrobabies #kinkiliciouskids #beautifulblackbabies #melaninbabies #naturalhairkids #nobabyunhugged #thesix #yyzblogger #torontoblog #torontomom #torontomommyblogger #torontomommy ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #beautifulbrownmom #melanin #blackbloggersclub #blackmomsblog #blackmomblogger #melaninblogger #blkgirldaily #browngirlsaredope ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #blackmomskillingit
Do you set intentions for your day? Around last su Do you set intentions for your day? Around last summer, I started to deliberately incorporate intentions at the beginning of my day. In around the fall, I started to journal again after not doing it since my teen years and it felt SO GOOD!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I have a whole power hour morning routine and apart of that is journaling (a few times a week) and setting the intentions for the day. The intentions change daily, but it helps to guide me in my thought process throughout the day. In a way, it keeps me grounded. Because of my success with setting intentions, it’s something that I will continue to do! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #liveinspired #mindbodysoul #mindbodygram #mindbodyspirit #raiseyourvibrations #holisticliving #greenlifestyle #healthyhappylife #cleaneating #moveyourbody #dailydetox #justbreathe #fitforme #torontomom #torontoblog #yyzblogger #torontomommy
I am one of the educators who will be working from I am one of the educators who will be working from home for a little while longer. The date of return to the classroom is yet TBD. If this continues into the fall (hopefully things will be better by then) at least I know Charlotte will be ready for virtual school. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Mme Amy (@123petitspas) has made this transition to online learning incredibly simple and fun. I often wonder if she’s able to do all of this via a screen, I can only imagine what she is like in-person. We look forward to the day we will meet in-person Mme Amy! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Sending much love to all educators who are working remotely and trying their best to be engaging and on-point with the curriculum. I know it’s not easy, but you are all doing an amazing job and your hard-work does not go unnoticed💓 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #mynameismama #honestlyparents #themindfulapproach #lifedailymoms #motherhoodintheraw #motherhoodjourney #motherhoodthroughig #mommymoments #magicofmotherhood #momslivinghappy #beyond_motherhood #parenthood_unveiled #simplymamahood #stopdropandmom #thisismotherhood ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #thesix #yyzblogger #torontoblog #torontomom #torontomommyblogger #torontomommy ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #beautifulbrownmom #melanin #blackbloggersclub #blackmomsblog #blackmomblogger #melaninblogger #blkgirldaily #browngirlsaredope ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #blackmomskillingit
A good friend asked me how it feels to no longer w A good friend asked me how it feels to no longer work on the weekends and this is the smile that comes to my face. I ended my maternity leave early in 2020 to return to my part-time job. With no thanks to the current global pandemic, it put a huge strain on our workplace. I found myself working seven days a week for most of the summer and it WAS NOT EASY. I hardly remember the months that I pushed so hard because it felt like I would blink and be right back at work again for another shift. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ With the exception of maternity leaves, I have consistently held two jobs (at one point three) for years and it was time for me to slow down. Last year was so hard for so many. I learned that life was short and I needed to be more present with the family I had dreamed of and prayed for. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ In late November, I made the decision to choose my mind and family first. I didn’t realize how much I was doing the exact opposite. Not everybody is able to make a similar but I am thankful I could. My heart and mind are now agreeable and it feels good💓 If you are currently in a similar situation, your better days are ahead - I promise. There is light at the end of the tunnel and it is NOT an oncoming train.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #mynameismama #honestlyparents #themindfulapproach #lifedailymoms #motherhoodintheraw #motherhoodjourney #motherhoodthroughig #mommymoments #magicofmotherhood #momslivinghappy #beyond_motherhood #parenthood_unveiled #simplymamahood #stopdropandmom #thisismotherhood ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #thesix #yyzblogger #torontoblog #torontomom #torontomommyblogger #torontomommy ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #beautifulbrownmom #melanin #blackbloggersclub #blackmomsblog #blackmomblogger #melaninblogger #blkgirldaily #browngirlsaredope ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #blackmomskillingit
Hi Beautiful People! What KIND words are we saying Hi Beautiful People! What KIND words are we saying about our bodies today? I’ll go first — my postpartum body is beautiful and strong🙏🏾 I am grateful for it’s ability to stretch and shrink in its respective season of growth. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #mommymode #candidmotherhood #mamahoodinsquares #momentsinmotherhood #motherhoodrising #momtogcommunity #thehonestcapture #rose_colored_childhood #purelyauthenticchildhood #treasuredchildhood #beynraveled #artofstorytelling_ig #createandinspirehub #thefamilynarrative #lifeandlensblog #thesix #yyzblogger #torontoblog #torontomom #torontomommyblogger #torontomommy ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #beautifulbrownmom #melanin #blackbloggersclub #blackmomsblog #blackmomblogger #melaninblogger #blkgirldaily #browngirlsaredope ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #blackmomskillingit
It’s mid-April and I still haven’t come to a f It’s mid-April and I still haven’t come to a final decision on where this big girl will be going for school in the fall. Being both an educator and parent changed the game for me. I get to see how children interact with one another during the day, you know, the things that parents don’t typically get to see. Some of what I see makes my heart smile (ie. kindness) and some of it makes me sad (ie. I don’t want to be your friend). ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Regardless, it’s truly a blessing to be in the position that I am in and I’m thankful every single day. The fears I have surrounding Charlotte going off to school for the first time are still daunting but I’ve decided to shut them down, one-at-a-time. All I can do is raise her to be an amazing young lady that is kind to others (amongst other great things of course)⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ To my fellow parents who are doing their best to raise kind and thoughtful little humans — thank-you💓 because a lot of that foundational work first begins at home. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ PS: What is done at home does not go unnoticed at school🙃 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #thebabyreidexperience #hersocialgrooveandbaby #frobabies #blackbabies #blackbabiesrock #naturalhairbabies #brownbabies #afrobabies #kinkiliciouskids #beautifulblackbabies #melaninbabies #naturalhairkids #nobabyunhugged #thesix #yyzblogger #torontoblog #torontomom #torontomommyblogger #torontomommy ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #beautifulbrownmom #melanin #blackbloggersclub #blackmomsblog #blackmomblogger #melaninblogger #blkgirldaily #browngirlsaredope ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #blackmomskillingit
Water. I put a reminder in my stories everyday for Water. I put a reminder in my stories everyday for you (and for me) to start the day with having a glass. In our home, there never seems to be enough for all of us to drink. The girls crave water and so I make sure it easily accessible. Each girl has their own tumbler (I ruined Ellie’s this week by accident though) and I fill it up numerous times throughout the day. This is only one of the many easy ways I encourage healthy habits in our home. It’s simple. It’s easy. It’s tangible. If we want our children to have healthy habits overall, it has to start with us, right? Now, to each his own — this is just what we do in our humble abode and it works for us💓
When you learn to love your spouse in their primar When you learn to love your spouse in their primary love language - the game really does change - and for the better. When we first started dating, I dove head first into reading this book with the Hubs because it was one of those things that set the standard. If you know the Hubs IRL you know that he really is super chill and open-minded to learning new things. Our love languages have changed slightly over time but learning to better understand each one goes a very long way. |PC: @brentonalexanderphoto Love languages — what’s yours?
Point blank — The postpartum body is one helluva Point blank — The postpartum body is one helluva thing. I truly commend all of the women who have been able to love and embrace their new bodies post-baby.... but I struggle with it. After having two sweet girls, I’ve realized that it takes a little over a year to feel like myself again. The baby weight didn’t last for long but the structural change did. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ What I wasn’t prepared for was the fact that my body as I knew it would never look the same again. Structurally, I am different. There are more curves, some bits are softer than I would like, and a mama pouch that seems as though it won’t go away! The reality is that I grew two babies to term, I breastfed for 13 months each time, and I had vaginal births. I am proud and thankful for what my body was able to do. The strength of a woman’s body will forever leave me in awe. However, I’m still adjusting to what I have now. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I can’t tell you that I’ve overcome the insecurities because I haven’t but I’m being more patient with myself and that feels good. And today, that is good enough. Last but not least, S/O to all of my mamas who have felt this way— your new you is absolutely beautiful💓 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #mommymode #candidmotherhood #mamahoodinsquares #momentsinmotherhood #motherhoodrising #momtogcommunity #thehonestcapture #rose_colored_childhood #purelyauthenticchildhood #treasuredchildhood #beynraveled #artofstorytelling_ig #createandinspirehub #thefamilynarrative #lifeandlensblog #thesix #yyzblogger #torontoblog #torontomom #torontomommyblogger #torontomommy ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #beautifulbrownmom #melanin #blackbloggersclub #blackmomsblog #blackmomblogger #melaninblogger #blkgirldaily #browngirlsaredope ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #blackmomskillingit
Whewwwwww! It’s almost SPRING BREAK BABY! What d Whewwwwww! It’s almost SPRING BREAK BABY! What does this mean for me? It means that I don’t have to go on-and-off camera and mute as I try to juggle work and keeping up with little people who shall not be named (smh Charlo + Ellie!). I’m excited for the upcoming week so stay tuned .... I’ll try to keep you up to speed as much as I can☺️⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ PS: the newborn stage was a BREEZE compared to the current stage our collective and unified strong-willed girls are in! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #thebabyreidexperience #hersocialgrooveandbaby #frobabies #blackbabies #blackbabiesrock #naturalhairbabies #brownbabies #afrobabies #kinkiliciouskids #beautifulblackbabies #melaninbabies #naturalhairkids #nobabyunhugged #thesix #yyzblogger #torontoblog #torontomom #torontomommyblogger #torontomommy ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #beautifulbrownmom #melanin #blackbloggersclub #blackmomsblog #blackmomblogger #melaninblogger #blkgirldaily #browngirlsaredope ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #blackmomskillingit
When this little girl started walking, she never l When this little girl started walking, she never looked back🥰 I miss walking downtown Toronto - I could do it for hours on end and even while pregnant, I refused to slow down. The thing is that walking and seeing the sights keeps my heart and mind in tune. My late maternal grandmother was like that, walking was her thing and it is undoubtedly ours too💓 Here’s to seeing the beauty and benefits of walking! |PC: @jbsmith #happynationalwalkingday
Towards the end of the day, one of my school munch Towards the end of the day, one of my school munchkins told me that she wanted to play with me at recess tomorrow. I saw one of the parents give me a sad smile and say ‘thank-you’ from a distance. Sighs. At approx 2:50(ish) pm, we got the news that we would be returning to virtual learning for two weeks. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ If you know me IRL, then you know I love working with children and I cherish my school munchkins as they are my very own. While I understand the last-minute decision that has been made, my heart aches for the children who were excited to see their friends and teachers tomorrow but will be doing so virtually. I think of the parents who aren’t sure what their next move will be. I also think of the parents who will struggle to balance their WFH while their child(ren) try to get through the school day online. As an educator, I think of my fellow peers and administration who are simply trying to make sense of the given directives. I say all of this to say, let’s be a little extra kind and patient towards one another💓 from a parent and educator, we are just trying to do the best that we can. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ PS: nobody come for me if my camera is off multiple times throughout the day ... I have two little ones who are gonna be riding with me until further notice✌🏾
In exactly three months, we will be celebrating FI In exactly three months, we will be celebrating FIVE years of marriage. From the time this photo was taken until now, there has been so many changes. But that’s life, right?! Five years and two little girls later, the blessings from God Himself couldn’t be more evident in our lives. Even on the days when we don’t feel like we are winning, I am confident that God could not have blessed me with a better person to do life with💓 |PC: @jbsmith
In today’s episode of #minifashion .... I presen In today’s episode of #minifashion .... I present to you denim. This material is the MOST loved and purchased in the girls’ wardrobe. There’s just something about denim that I cannot stray from even if I tried! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ In this photo — Charlo is wearing her 3RD birthday dress from @oldnavy and Ellie is wearing Charlo’s hand-me-down dress from @hm_kids and her daddy’s Casio watch. Would you believe me if I told you Ellie’s dress is a 9-12mo size🙃 Children grow quickly but I find that our girls get ALOT of wear out of their clothes. I guess they must’ve known the kind of mama they were getting because while I LOVE shopping, I’m still more on the minimalist side of the things which means I don’t do it often — getting more bang for my buck is what guides my decision when it comes to shopping for the girls. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #torontobabies #canadianbabies #microfashion #toddlerfashion #toddlerfashiontrends #dailyparenting #fashiongram #fashiondiary #stylishkids #stylishkiddies #kidfashion #kidfashionista #microfashionista
I know I’m not the only one who is excited for t I know I’m not the only one who is excited for the long weekend even though everything in Ontario has gone back into lockdown for the third time (it’s the third time right?) ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ So, how do I balance motherhood and the rest of life? Well, the Hub’s cologne was poured down the sink probably, the girls helped themselves to my @kiehlscanada facial cream, they squeezed out almost all of our toothpaste, they opened up sunscreen, Ellie (yes, Ellie) broke our beloved divider from @ikeacanada etc., so some days I feel like I’m winning and other days, this mama is just trying to not accidentally on purpose lock herself in the bathroom for awhile 🙃 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Enjoy the long weekend lovelies!
....and that’s on some intentional tender, love, ....and that’s on some intentional tender, love, and care😉 we realized a little while ago that Charlo smiles and giggles whenever she sees us kiss and hug. She tells us that we’ve done a “good job”, “bravo” etc., It’s funny because we know that children are always watching but it’s one helluva feeling when they are able to articulate what they’ve seen. Here’s to being intentional and bold about our love for one another - not in a “I wanna be all up in your face” kinda way but enough that you can feel it from a distance. And let’s be real, as long as we feel it and our girls do as well, we’re on the right path! PS: hiiiiiiii Hubs🥰 PPS: Charlo pressed the button to take this photo so.... I gotta give her her flowers!
‘I understand that every storm that passes throu ‘I understand that every storm that passes through is clearing the path for something bigger, brighter, and more bountiful’ — Alex Elle ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Last week was an incredibly challenging week. Emotionally, physically, and mentally, I felt drained. The lack of sleep was REAL and of course, not being able to move about in the world normally is frustrating. Even so, as I look around me, there are more blessings than anything else and so, I am still thankful. This quote by Alex Elle hit different and I just had to share. Alex Elle’s words are always so timely and refreshing to my soul. It’s Sunday beautiful people, let’s do whatever we can today to set ourselves up for a successful week💓⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #motherhoodintheraw #mommymode #candidmotherhood #mamahoodinsquares #momentsinmotherhood #motherhoodrising #momtogcommunity #thehonestcapture #purelyauthenticchildhood #treasuredchildhood #mynameismama #honestlyparents #themindfulapproach #lifedailymoms #toronto #thesix #yyzblogger #torontoblog #torontomom #torontomomblogger #torontomommyblogger #torontomommy #beautifulbrownmom #blackbloggersclub #blackmomsblog #blackmomblogger #melaninblogger #blkgirldaily #browngirlsaredope #blackmomskillingit
“My healing isn’t linear. It blooms and wilts “My healing isn’t linear. It blooms and wilts as my seasons change” — Alex Elle.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ It’s amazing what spending time to pour into oneself can do. Sometimes, it’s so uncomfortable but I promise you, it’s worth it. It is worth it to sit in the quietness of the early morning, before anyone else is up, and really do the work that needs to be done. I’m proud of myself and I have learned that I don’t say that enough because when I do, that too, is a bit uncomfortable. Today, for just 5 minutes, dive deep, inhale, exhale, start doing the necessary work for self-growth💓 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #curlbox #naturalhair #urbanhairpost ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #canadiannaturalistas #naturalhairsistas ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #unconditionedroots #braidsgang ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #curlsunderstood #curlygirlcollective ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #hair2mesmerize #kinkscurlsncoils ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #thewraplife #naturalhaircommunity #naturallyshesdope #naturalhairdoescare⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #blackgirlswhoblog #blackgirlmagic #melanin #melaninqueens #blackwomendidthat #protectivestyles #naturalista #thesix #yyzblogger #torontoblog #torontomom #torontomomblogger #torontomommyblogger #janetcollection #janetcollectionwin
How I feel when God shows up + shows out on my beh How I feel when God shows up + shows out on my behalf — Today is International Day of Happiness and it could not have landed on a better day. The girls are their happiest when they are with each other. I am happiest when I hear their deep belly laughs and giggles. I’ll admit, I laugh even when I hear them scheming together because it’s amazing how they know how to work together to do what they should NOT be doing. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Lord, thank-you for the gift of happiness, I wouldn’t trade for for anything else🤍
In today’s episode of #minifashion — that time In today’s episode of #minifashion — that time Ellie coordinated with the Hubs for our first family Autumn photos. Where does the time go??!!! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ You’ll see that I love to do coordinating and complimentary colour schemes for our family. I don’t care for matching (personal preference only) and there are very few pieces that the girls have that are the same. This was one of my favourite colour combos that I put together. It took me a little while to make it happen but when I commit to a vision in my mind, I don’t rest until I see it all the way through! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ PC: @this_ruh ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #torontobabies #canadianbabies #microfashion #toddlerfashion #toddlerfashiontrends #dailyparenting #fashiongram #fashiondiary #stylishkids #stylishkiddies #kidfashion #kidfashionista #microfashionista
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