Aloha! Chris and I flew to Maui yesterday for some much needed R&R and a little babymoon he surprised me with for Valentine’s day. The funny thing is, we have never taken a babymoon before, but I guess it’s our last one so we’re living it up before becoming a family of five! We’ve never been to Hawaii before and don’t have any major plans while we’re here–snorkeling, eating, and relaxing are topping our list. But if you have any outstanding places or restaurants we should definitely check out, especially in the Ka’anapali area where we’re staying, we’d love to hear!
We have a few posts scheduled for while we’re gone, but I couldn’t resist checking in today and sharing a few things that I came across this week that I can’t get out of my mind… (cue my terrible podcast song? haha)
• My current favorite maternity dress (pictured above) and a great casual little black maternity dress I’m gonna wear all summer that I picked up, too!
• We try to get a few new books for each child that comes along. Of course, they are always loved and read by all, but it’s a nice way to grow our little library over time. This week, we picked up three new ones, including Next To You—a ridiculously adorable book that’s written as well as it is illustrated. It goes through beyond cute scenarios featuring animals that you’d do anything for–and always goes back to, but next to you, they’re just okay. Or, meh. We laughed and squealed. It’s a must have!
• Obsession level: madness with this bathroom before and after!
• I’m working on a budget version of our one room challenge nursery (just like we did for the girls’ room) but in the meantime, here’s a really good copy cat ($200 for an 8×10!) for the gorgeous rug we added to the space this week.Â
• I have received so many questions and compliments on my eyelashes–they are extensions! I have been getting them done since December–originally for a shoot, but then I couldn’t stop because it has made for a very low maintenance routine. However, I just got them filled for the last time before this trip. My lashes are growing and shedding like crazy and while I used to only have to get a fill ever 3-4 weeks, it was becoming necessary at least every two–which is no longer low maintenance. Wah WAhhhhhh. The good news is that my friend, who has the most incredible lashes (that I thought she just HAD) told me she uses Babe Lash serum and within a month hers were long and thick and now they really look like extensions! I’ll return and report, but for only $35 (compared to so many super expensive serums out there) it’s definitely worth a shot!
Hope you all have a happy, sunny weekend!Â
I came back to this post today because I remember you wrote about a lash serum that really works. I think you gave the update on Instagram story but I can’t remember what the final say was – so does Babe Lash work?
It actually really works well, but after a few weeks, my eyes got really irritated. It could have been a pregnancy thing so I’m going to try again
Love your blog and see that you are one that “Housetweaking” would follow for inspiration. By any chance do you know why Dana Miller’s Blog “Housetweaking” suddenly is silent. It’s just strange how the last post was December and no explanation for where she’s gone. Thanks for any update you can provide – I miss her blog posts.
I know she is doing great, but I don’t have any updates. Sorry! I miss her her posts, too.
Just saw this. I miss Dana too! I actually discovered CLJ through her. Glad she is doing great, just wish she would explain leaving all of us! :)
Me, too! I’m relieved to hear that she is well. I’d been worried that something had happened to her family. Thanks for sharing.
I have checked Dana’s blog so many times since it went silent. Any updates from Dana? Thanks for sharing.
I am also so worried when I see blogs or Instagram feeds go silent. Any updates from anyone?
Thank you. I am so happy to hear she’s doing great….as long as she is fine that’s all that matters.
I was in Maui just last week! Ululani’s Shave ice is the best!! There’s on in Lahaina, which is close to Ka’anapali. Best places to eat were Leoda’s (Lahaina) for amazing desserts, and Kula Bistro (Kula, not as close to you, but WORTH THE DRIVE). Kula Bistro had the best pasta.It’s not as well known as some other places as well so you miss a lot of the crowds. Also check out Cheeseburger in Paradise (Lahaina) for a great burger.
Have a great vacation!!!
Maui is awesome! Some recommendations:
Haleakala – dress warmly. And if the switchbacks are not your thing, don’t do the driving.
Road to Hana – The black beach and Lindberg gravesite are so interesting. All of it is. Bring food with you. It’s remote. There is a great waterfall stop early into the drive. It’s not that high, and you can jump off and swim in a gorgeous pool of water at the base. Kids can do it, so it’s not scary. Probably not recommended for pregnant people though. :-)
Big Beach. Actually, any beach.
Surf lessons if you don’t know how. They do it all for you.
Shave ice.
Slappy Cakes for breakfast. It’s near you. Coconut syrup is amazing.
Banyan tree. It’s amazing. And lots of shave ice nearby.
Get this app: Full Maui GyPSy Driving Tour. It’s really cool because it uses your GPS location and tells you interesting history of the island based on where you are.
Enjoy…and resist the urge to sell everything you own and move there. It’s beautiful!
You need to do the sunrise bike ride down Haleakela! It’s been 15 yrs since I’ve been and it’s still unforgettable! Also, go into the Grand Waleia hotel. It’s beautiful. Book a Massage in their spa and relax in the spa deck.
Mahalo.