Tapping my heels together.

It's funny, I have a friend here who sometimes asks me questions about Key West. He will say things like... "well, you guys don't have a Spring do you?". I will pause for a moment to think about the answer... "well, no things are always blooming." Thinking to myself how true this is... the Poinciana trees bloom in Spring, Bougainvillea bloom in Winter, Frangipani's bloom in Summer... there is always something blooming! The thought had never even crossed my mind. What a beautiful thing to have a year round Spring. Another question he recently asked... "Well, what do you do when it's hot? You must have to stay indoors." Hmmm... "Well, we go out on the boat. Or we swim in a pool with lots of shade." Another thought that made me want to teleport myself out of this Boston Winter.

Soooo.. I decided to take a day trip to Key West today (in my mind). =) It really kind of felt like I was there! I miss home so much. It's funny how you don't realize what you have until it is gone. I have a whole new appreciation for Key West now that I have left and a lot of love for the life that is offered to us there. I think Nick and I both are truly island souls and it is something that we have passed onto William. Although, there is not much opportunity there, I do feel like for us, locals, there are opportunities for us that are not available to others. It comes from knowing people and people knowing us and having an understanding of the place that is difficult for others to comprehend. The culture becomes a part of you, the laid back lifestyle is ingrained in us, the ocean... it runs through our veins. There is just something about this quirky home of mine that is hard to get out of my system. I have left several times and always come back. I do hope to be able to make Key West my official home one day. I know right now is not that time and I am okay with that. I think it is important for me to experience a new and different way of life that I am experiencing here in Boston. I think life led me here to see things from a different perspective, which I am finding every day. I am realizing how truly BLESSED I am to be an island girl, to have been close to my mom and have her a part of my every day life while we are still on this earth together, and to call Key West my home when others can only dream of it. Well, thats all for now. Until next time Cayo Hueso, this girl is dreaming of you and has you in her heart <3

Our week in photos!

waiting so patiently for his bacon

kim's kuban for con leches

brie, raspberry jam & fresh bread

jaxy tricks

my bubby

After a mid day cuddle sesh.

making oat cookies

They are a two ingredient recipe, bananas and oats. I added in peanut butter, raisins, almonds and cinnamon! 

sandy feet

doggy ears

I love everything about my doggy's ears. They way they look, how they smell and how soft they are. Love, love love my doggy.

sunday fun day

cool corvette

I want to own a convertible one day and take road trips with the wind in my hair.

blooms

almost there

literally!

baby swag

Remember.

This quote always reminds me of my best friend, Jessica, who is going through some of her own changes right now. These March winds sure are bringing change our way! All good changes, but all requiring patience and trust. Patience in the unfolding of life and trust that it will all work out. It always does! 

This photo is another from our baby bump photo shoot. Reflecting back, it brings me feelings of peace and gratitude. It meant so much to me that my photos were as important to Nick as they were to me. He was so excited to give me just what I wanted. And as my photographer, boat captain, and stylist, he couldn't have done a better job. We had so much fun taking these pictures. I wish I had some with him in them but we will make that happen in the next couple of weeks! 

Today, I am officially 34 weeks, with 6 weeks to go! But who's counting? =) 

Our week in photos!

Sunday mornings

Lazzzy days

One of Jax's favorite outings at White Street Pier

pretty pup

=)

just another day in paradise!

water colors

It was cold enough for a fire!

and bewitching boots!

learning to cook! I'm loving spinach right now. 

Jax is still the baby... for now!

yummy tomato soup & grilled cheese with spinach

frangipani's are starting to bloom. my favorites!

nature walks

Guess what this girl had for breakfast? Banana pancakes! =)

March kicked off with a cold front and it has been really nice to have our doors and windows open with the cool breeze. We are 32 weeks along and will be meeting William in about 6 short weeks, give or take a few days. We are getting very anxious/nervous/excited! William is moving around a lot and is very active during the day. He lets me sleep through the night, which I hope continues! =) We picked out a color for the nursery over the weekend. It's a light, sky blue. Very pretty and relaxing. We have everything we need for William's arrival thanks to the generosity of our friends and family. Nick and I keep talking about how lucky and thankful we are. We are amazed at all the stuff that we have and how it has all managed to come together perfectly. I can't wait to see the nursery all done and cozy and comfy, just waiting for William to lay his sweet head!