NICU Mommas - it can be hard to look back. But it NICU Mommas - it can be hard to look back. But it makes me that much more grateful, too. Bittersweet for sure. 🥹❤️

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The beginning of fall with these guys! 🧡💛🖤
A big comfy sweater with button detail on the arms A big comfy sweater with button detail on the arms over top of a spaghetti strap pencil dress. Perfect and comfy for going into fall! Both are from @nadineweststyle - most of my staple pieces are! I’ve actually had this dress for a while and the top is a little “going out”, so this is a great way to wear it since we all know I’m not going out. 😆
Cohen and I enjoyed picking out fall books and doi Cohen and I enjoyed picking out fall books and doing some fun fall 🍏 activities at the library! This was on my fall bucket list, along with setting up a little book shelf display for seasonal books! I’m excited to get that set up and then we can go and pick out more books to swap out. 📚🎃🍁 #twinmom #boymom #fallactivities #fallbucketlist #fallbooks #sharethelex #lexingtonpubliclibrary
After 100 days in the cranial helmet we are finall After 100 days in the cranial helmet we are finally done! He wore it 23 hours a day most of the time. We slacked off a bit the last week or so due to him being a little sick and snotty. I was afraid he’d get overheated with a fever. His head is almost perfectly round now and I’m so thankful that we were able to do this. We weren’t sure how much correction he would actually get since we started a little late and his soft spot was not fully open. Thankfully, the helmet still worked perfectly for him! Thank you @hangernews for the wonderful care! #cranialhelmet #twinmom #boymom #hangerclinic #scaphocephaly #motherhoodjourney
Some days are harder than others. Yesterday was on Some days are harder than others. Yesterday was one of those tough days raising littles. But it’s funny, looking back at the photos from yesterday - I only see the joy. I don’t see the defeat or hear the screaming  or see the messy house I left to deal with today. 

We ate take out (they stole mine), we went on a walk to try and distract screaming babies, we did homework, we apologized to each other multiple times, we played Mario Kart, we identified an edible plant growing in our yard. 🌱 All good things.
Happy Caturday! 💙🏈😺 Happy Caturday! 💙🏈😺
Summer is fading out and fall is moving in. It’s Summer is fading out and fall is moving in. It’s bittersweet as always. ❤️ They’ll never be this little in the summertime again. 🥹☀️
Life lately. Collecting leaves even though it’s Life lately. Collecting leaves even though it’s a million degrees still, wrestling in the living room, Cohen the therapist, my twins kinda actually looking like twins 😆, big brother Landon reading books to everyone, playing games together, sick cuddles, and forever nursing my babies. 

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Adventures, Lifestyle, Travel, Videos, Vlog, YouTube · June 16, 2021

Quick GetAway – A Weekend in Downtown Charleston

In April Nate and I got the rare chance to take a quick trip away from the kids! Neither of us had ever been to Charleston, SC and downtown Charleston sounded like the perfect place to spend a few days exploring! It was so nice to spend some time just the two of us walking, exploring, dining, and shopping! I sometimes let myself feel guilty for wanting time away but then I snap out of it! It is absolutely the reset that we all need from time to time and I’m always thankful when we are able to make it happen with the help of our family! You can check out some of our previous trips here!

Where To Stay

The Restoration Hotel in Downtown Charleston, SC

We researched a ton of amazing places to stay in Downtown Charleston and finally landed on The Restoration Hotel. This is a gorgeous boutique hotel located right in historic downtown Charleston within walking distance to everything! No need to bother with a rental car! We will absolutely go back. The onsite coffee shop and rooftop restaurant/bar were both fantastic! Tip: make sure to make a reservation at The Watch Rooftop – we got in for brunch pretty easily right before we left but when we tried to walk in for dinner one evening the wait time was pretty long! Check out the video of our stay/trip here!

Where To Eat & Drink

Brunch at Husk

Brunch At Husk

Brunch at Husk

Brunch At Husk

I wish we could’ve had more time to eat and drink our way through downtown Charleston but these are the places we got a chance to try and enjoyed the most! Tip: Definitely plan to call ahead and ask if a reservation is needed.

  • Husk
  • Poogan’s Porch
  • Meeting at Market
  • Doar Bros
  • The Watch Rooftop
  • Bin 152 (cutest wine bar!)
  • The Rise (coffee shop)
  • Bumpas
Dinner at Poogan's Porch

Poogan's Porch

Bourbon And Clyde at Doar Bros

Bourbon & Clyde at Doar Bros.

Bin 152 Wine Bar

Bin 152 Wine Bar

Sights To See in Downtown Charleston, SC

Rainbow Row

Rainbow Row

Waterfront Park Pier

Waterfront Park Pier

Waterfront homes in Charleston

Beautiful Waterfront Homes

We have learned over the years that we aren’t very “touristy” when we visit a new place! There are a lot of ghost tours, carriage rides, food tours, etc. that will serve you well if you are, though! I checked in on the availability of one of the ghost tours just in case we *might* want to do one and they were all booked up. So if guided tours are your jam, plan ahead and book as far in advance as you can! Another Tip: Wear really comfortable shoes while exploring. Some of the sidewalks and cobblestone streets are a little uneven. I almost bit the dust trying to wear cute shoes a few times – even flats were a little tough!

Joe Riley Waterfront Park was my favorite place to walk around. We watched for dolphins out on the pier and strolled down the shaded brick walkway next to tons of beautiful homes. It was such a relaxing place to hang out for a bit.

Rainbow Row was also fun to check out! This entire area was cleaned by Florida cleaning service, https://thefloridamaids.com and filled with beautiful colorful homes. We ended up detouring off through these neighborhoods. I daydreamed a little about living there as we strolled up and down the streets!

Where to Shop in Downtown Charleston, SC

The Charleston City Market was so much fun to walk through! This market stretches for 4 blocks! It took us 30-45 minutes just to walk all the way through it and then I wanted to go back again because there were so many wonderful booths and I just knew I missed something good! We ended up buying some delicious whole bean coffee to take home but I could’ve bought so much more!

E. Blackhurst Romper

Denim Romper

E. Blackhurst Romper

Denim Romper out & about

Among all of the shops and stores we walked by in Downtown Charleston, E. Blackhurst stood out to me the most. I browsed a bit and found some amazing pieces but ultimately decided to be “good” and I didn’t purchase anything. Well, Nate decided to go back and buy the romper I had my eye on one afternoon while I was napping! Such a sweet man!! It was such a treat and I have worn this romper so much! I browse their online shop quite a bit now and I can’t wait to go back.

We had the perfect couples getaway to Charleston, SC! I am so thankful for those few days that we had to unwind, relax, and just have a great time!

Drinks at Husk

Drinks at Husk

Nate and Stephanie at The Restoration Hotel

Life at The Restoration

Downtown Charleston, SC

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