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Carly Kozak



I can't believe I am about to type the following sentence: My baby is 4 months old. 4 months is too
big. I realize that my baby is still tiny, but 4 months seems so much bigger to my. She is graduating from that newborn phase. Naps are becoming harder. She is much more aware of everything around her. She really knows who I am. She wants to play constantly. I feel like my little girl is graduating from squishy burrito baby to tiny toddler. Harper is 14.5 lbs, 24.9 inches and full of fun. I love her so much and feel so incredibly privileged to be her mother. This is honestly the greatest gift I have ever been given. Shout to my husband for being my biggest cheerleader. I love you.
Also I am obsessing over this gray cross blanket from Burrito Baby Blankets. Its so soft and warm. Sometimes I steal it for myself. Seriously head over to their shop and buy all their patterns!
xo Carly

// cross baby blanket //
10/21/2016 No comments




Y'all these two seriously melt my heart. How did I get so lucky to have them both? Seriously Taylor is the best husband. When we went to take these pictures it totally started raining. I was so upset. I had been waiting all week to take these pictures. Taylor was so patient and let me cry it out (I'm so pathetic). By the time I came to my senses, it stopped raining. Blessings from Heavenly Father. He really does try to make us happy no matter how small it is. Harper and Taylor always have a blast together. This girl seriously loves her daddy. When she hears his voice she looks around to try and find him. Whenever he holds her, she gets so excited squirming around and talking like crazy. It melts my heart seeing them together. I know she is going to be a daddy's girl for sure. She already has Taylor wrapped around her tiny finger.
We love you Harper baby.

xo Carly

10/12/2016 No comments




 
Seriously you guys, these pictures make me want to cry. How is my baby growing up so fast. The other day Taylor and I were hanging out and Harper started sitting up by herself. WHAT. STOP. She is such a fast learner. She is going to be running around her before we know it. I better get this place baby proofed and my carpet vacuumed. I want to thank Rosie Gold Boutique for sending us the perfect bow. It makes Harper look like a little princess don't you think?
P.S. Nap times are becoming a night mare. Any tips on how to sleep train a super light sleeper?

xo Carly 

// flower bow //

10/09/2016 No comments








We had such a fun time at the pumpkin patch today with our best friends Kevin and Nicole (aren't they the cutest). Even though Harper looks like a big grump, she had a total blast. She was looking around at the trees and pumpkins soaking it all in. She is such a fun little girl. Next year she will be running around picking her own pumpkin! I want time to just stop so I can have my little baby forever. We picked so many pumpkins this year. I can't wait to decorate them all. Taylor and I are going to paint our pumpkins instead of carving. Most because carving is sooo messy. I don't need extra messes to clean up these days. Harpers got all the messes covered for a while.
P.S. You guys I almost didn't post that picture of me, Taylor and Harper because I thought I looked fat. Seriously how stupid is that? I'm embracing this horrible angle family photo. 

xo, Carly


10/08/2016 No comments



 

I used to think moms who put their little girls in giant bows were a disgrace to human nature. Now here I am putting my baby in bows that are bigger than her face and I don't even care. I was so happy to work with @splashofsparkle on this adorable outfit. The "mini mama" print just melts my heart. I secretly hope Harper turns out to be a little like me. My 3 month old baby is my best friend and I don't care what other people think. Go ahead and judge me!

xo Carly

//onesie and bow// 

10/07/2016 1 comments


It's official. I've become one of those moms who is obsessed with their baby. But how can I not be? Look at those chuncky cheeks! She seriously melts my heart. There is nothing I love more than snuggling up together and giggling. She is starting to become a real daddy's girl. I knew she'd fall for him sometime. Love you so much Harper girl, never grow up!
Can time slow down please?

xo Carly

9/30/2016 1 comments







I'm so excited its Fall. Have I said that enough? I love snuggling up in sweaters with my honey and drinking hot chocolate. I love the cold breeze and cloudy walks. The changing trees and cute baby sweaters really get me. There is something so special about this season and its hard to put it into words. All the food, smells, and vibes are so much better. Taylor and I will be heading to the pumpkin patch soon to buy all the pumpkins! Is it just me or are holidays way more fun when you have kids? Having little adventures with Harper is becoming one of my new favorite things to do. Hopefully Taylor and I will be able to get out soon and enjoy some time together, but for now I am just going to snuggle up with my Harper girl and watch Harry Potter. Whats better than that? 
P.S. Madi and Harper really kill me in that first picture. #snuggle buddies
xo Carly

pillowcases // candles // milk onesie // pentagon cube

9/29/2016 No comments

Fall is my absolute favorite season. Probably because 90% of my wardrobe is sweaters and Fall is the perfect sweater weather. To celebrate I have created a list of some Fall date ideas. Each of these is sure to put a smile on your face. If you try any of these leave me a comment letting me know how it went. Share pictures, videos, etc. Enjoy! 

1. Snuggle up and watch a movie
2. Go camping inside. Set up a tent in your living room, use a flash light to get around, and roast marshmallows on the stove.
3. Drive somewhere totally random. Every time you approach a street have your partner decide left, right, or straight! You always end up in the coolest places.
4. Watch the sunset together. Grab your blankets and enjoy the view.
5. Go to a drive-in
6. Visit a museum or art gallery or both
7. Cheer at your local high school football game. Pretend that its your first date. It makes it way more fun.
8. Jump in some Fall leaves together
9. Carve pumpkins. Then bake the seeds!
10. Share some hot chocolate or apple cider and walk the town
11. Have a fall photoshoot. Take your camera, explore, and snap tons of pictures together.
12. Make caramel apples
13. Build a massive fort. The more blankets, the better.
14. Go to Home Depot and plan your dream house together. Pick out tiles, fans, paint colors, kitchen designs, and soo much more.
15. Star gaze and cuddle up to a fire
16. Attend a festival. There are always a ton of activities put on by communities around Fall.
17. Head over to your local pumpkin patch. Buy all the pumpkins.
18. Plan a road trip somewhere with a lot of trees. The changing colors are always breath taking.
19. Write lists of things you are thankful for about each other. Then share them over some take out.
20. Pick out your favorite Fall candles. Go to the store and smell them all!!
21. Practice your face painting skills on each other.
22. Browse your local farmers market for some Autumn veggies
23. Plan a Halloween party and invite your friends
24. Take a walk in the rain without an umbrella. Wear your hoodies and share some kisses.
25. Go thrift shopping and buy each other really ugly comfy sweaters.

I hope these sparked your adventurous spirit. Now get out and enjoy being in love this Fall. Remember to let me know how your experience went.

xo Carly
9/22/2016 No comments



I can't believe my little baby is 3 months old. I feel like she has been a part of our lives forever. Not going to lie, being a mom is hard. I've never had to give up so much in my life. Everything revolves around this little girl now. I can't make any decision without thinking of her first. Being parents has rocked mine and Taylor's world. But is the best experience we have ever had together. Harper is getting so chunky. I love it. Her personality comes out more and more every day. I can tell she is going to be a little trouble maker. She already has tons of energy. I love waking up to her squirming around in her bassinet talking away. There is no doubt in my mind that she is going to be one active child. We are going to have our hands full for sure. All jokes aside, Taylor and I are so lucky. Harper is such a happy and easy baby. I love doing these little photo shoots together. She actually is totally intrigued by the camera. Maybe she will make videos with mama one day ;)

xo Carly 
9/21/2016 1 comments
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Hi, I'm Carly Kozak.
Welcome to my tiny corner of the internet. Burning candles, chocolate ice cream, fresh flowers, cozy blankets, open windows, sunday drives, and homemade lemonade make me a happy girl.
I'm a mama to two beautiful girls. And I hope this blog can be a place where you feel welcome and warm. You can expect to see lots of yummy recipes, home design, gardening tips, and some motherhood mistakes sprinkled along the way.
I hope we can enjoy this journey together
xo

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