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January 24, 2022

Halfway There.. 20 Week Update!

Y’all have been so sweet since we shared our news that we are expecting our first baby in June! We are overjoyed to be blessed with such a sweet gift. To celebrate the halfway mark, I thought I would round up some of the most frequently asked questions!


When did you find out you were expecting?

We found out on October 3! I was 3 weeks 5 days when I tested positive. Of course we were headed to have lunch with Cody’s family, and it was so hard to keep a secret!


When did you share the news?

Well this could be a long story! Ha! When I found a doctor that was accepting new patients, they didn’t have an appointment available until I would be 9 weeks. If you know me…. you know that keeping secrets is NOT something I’m good at! We had decided to wait until after that appointment to tell family and close friends. HOWEVER… I thought we would have a sonogram at that appointment and we didn’t. They scheduled my first ultrasound for three weeks after that initial 9 week visit!

We decided together to wait until after that first ultrasound to tell our families, just to be sure. It felt like a lifetime between those two appointments!! After a successful 12 week appointment, we told Cody’s parents the next day. Then, we flew to Dallas after work to tell my parents! We were gone for a whole 6 hours before we were back home and in bed. I knew I wanted to tell them in person and my brother helped us book flights and drove us to their house! So yes.. he knew a few weeks before our 12 week appointment!

After our parents knew, we told Cody’s siblings and then close family and friends! And I was so relieved that the secret keeping was over!


Do your students know?

Yes! I told them right before Christmas break. They love to play Hangman if we have extra time at dismissal. We played and they guessed the phrase “Mrs. Boring is having a baby!” Their reactions were priceless and so sweet. They have been so excited right along with me, which has been so fun!


Have you been sick!?

I have been really lucky! Other than a few weeks of nausea at night time and some strong food aversions (red meat, coffee, etc) I haven’t been sick at all! All of that to say – first trimester exhaustion is no joke. I am so grateful to be well into my second trimester!


Do you know the gender?

Yes! We opted out of genetic testing/screening so we decided to do a private ultrasound at Stork Vision here in town. (Highly recommend if you are local!) My doctor said that they are typically pretty accurate and they can do gender screening at 15 weeks. And like I said… tired of secrets! I did a gender reveal today with my students and it was so fun!!


Will you share names?

Not until baby is here! We have had baby names picked out for awhile now… but that’s the last secret we will keep! As a teacher it’s hard to pick names so we’ve had a few picked that we love no matter what!


Do you have a nursery theme picked out??

Ugh! No! I can’t decide. There are so many cute ideas out there, but none of them have stuck! I might be leaning towards a light blue wall and a teddy bear theme. But then again that changes daily! My parents saved the crib that my brother and I used (thanks mom and dad!!) so we already have that! We just have to decide on if we are doing an accent wall, and if so – paint or wallpaper?!


Any recommendations for maternity clothes?

Yes! So here’s the thing… if your closet mostly contains high waisted jeans then you are looking for options QUICK due to early bloating (or at least in my experience!).

On Instagram I responded to @willteachfortaco ‘s question box asking for her favorite brand of maternity jeans so I could shop sales around Black Friday. And to my surprise… she offered me a whole bag of her maternity clothes!! I was so grateful!! She said most of the clothes came her Stitch Fix maternity boxes. I have loved and used Stitch Fix before so I knew they were high quality clothes. If you want $25 off of a maternity box, use her referral credit!!

My sister in law bought me the BEST maternity leggings for Christmas. They feel like butter and don’t fall down all day which is so nice!! She also recommended these comfortable tank tops she wore during her pregnancies. They are great for under cardigans and kimonos that you already have in your closet!

Other than that, I’ve been able to wear tops from my closet still and have bought a few things just in a larger size. Thank goodness over sized sweaters are in style! I’ll keep y’all up to date on any other favorites I find!


Have I had any cravings?

Yes and no! I haven’t had any like If I don’t eat this right now I won’t survive moments. I have been reaching for fruit more, loving orange juice, and can’t control myself around anything sweet!!


Skincare products?!

My skin is always dry in the winter, but pregnancy has made it SUPER dry!! I’ve been rotating through a few lotions that seem to be keeping my skin hydrating! Usually in the mornings I will use Beautycounter’s Hydrating Body Lotion mixed with a few drops of the Body Oil. This keeps my skin moisturized during the day and has nice, fresh scent! For drier days, I will also use the Melting Body Balm!

During the evenings I have been using Palmer’s lotion and this body oil for stretch marks! This is a great set for expecting moms to try and decide which Palmer’s products work for them!


And I think that’s about it! We have our anatomy scan in a couple of weeks and we are praying for a healthy baby. Thank you so much for praying alongside us and being excited about our journey, too!!

If you have any other questions, feel free to leave a comment below or message me! I love chatting with y’all!

Emily

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April 24, 2021

Boring Favorites: Statement Earrings You’ll Reach for Again and Again!

There’s just something about a statement earring that can pull an entire outfit together! They add a pop of color, dress up an outfit, or add a fun touch to classic neutrals. Lately, I’ve found myself reaching for earrings from three small businesses that I can’t wait to share with you! And y’all… they are all so CUTE!

Millie Mae Collection

If you’re looking for affordable, on trend earrings, then you have to check out Millie Mae Collection! It is owned by the sweetest, Mallory!! She designs and hand makes all of the jewelry in her shop, so each piece is unique and eye-catching! I always get compliments when I am wearing my Millie Mae earrings.

My favorites are the bold statement earrings and the timeless, simple necklaces. If you’re looking for more understated yet still gorgeous earrings, Millie Mae will have just what you are looking for!

DISCOUNT CODE: delightfullyboring for 25% off

Shop Millie Mae
Boring tip: follow Millie Mae Collection on Instagram so you never miss a launch or sample sale!

Hub Love Crafts

It is safe to say that Hub Love Crafts was the beginning of my love for leather earrings! It’s just the icing on the cake that she is also local to west Texas! All of Hub Love’s jewelry his handmade as well! Her gorgeous prints and patterns are the perfect addition to any outfit for any occasion. Not into leather styles? Hub Love has so many other styles as well! I love their acrylic, cork, and jelly styles as well!

From earrings, to necklaces, and even gorgeous bracelets, you can’t go wrong no matter what style you choose!

DISCOUNT CODE: DFB10 for 10% off

Shop Hub Love
Boring tip: If you’re a Lubbock local, you can find Hub Love collections around town! Click here to find the retailer closest to you!

Coffee to Cocktails Boutique

If you know me, then you know I love a good online boutique! Ashley and Cara own Coffee to Cocktails and they have an eye for picking out jewelry that goes with anything. My favorite multicolored earrings from Coffee to Cocktails always rack up the compliments! They stock some of the cutest earrings, but they also have some of the cutest bracelet stacks for such a great price.

You can shop online or download their app to check out their in stock earrings, necklaces, and bracelets.

DISCOUNT CODE: HFGDREF for 15% off of your first order

Shop Coffee to Cocktails Boutique
Boring tip: If you see something you love, snag it quick! Their styles can sell out quickly and jewelry restocks aren’t guaranteed!

And that’s it! I hope you find a pair of earrings that you just absolutely love! Treat yourself to a fun pair or gift them so someone you love! You can never go wrong with too many earrings.. right mom?! Ha!

Emily

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