First Day of School 2011

 Biggest surprise of the day? Ella had only eleven kids show up to her first grade class! Yay! I know the class will probably grow a little over the next few weeks, but so far so good. And, get this, they have a teacher AND a teacher's aide all day! Who said NYC public schools are doomed? I found my hidden gem and I'm sticking with it!

The boys did great too. They are not only having structure for the first time (secret: i've never signed them up for any classes! whoops), but also being separated for the first time. It was so effortless for them. Sometimes I wonder if they are even twins.

whatever makes my life easier

I've discovered bodysuits for Ella. Both t-shirt and underwear in one. Sold. One less thing I have to dig through the clean laundry basket for. Because by now, everyone should have heard the newest cliche: The prettier the blog, the messier the house. For the past few months, my blog has taken priority over my laundry situation. Lucky you. :) Enjoy the pretty pictures taken on our recent trip to MoMa!  We met up with some old friends who are having the best life ever. Miss you already Raddon girls. Hope you had a fun visit in NYC!  Since coming home and listening some of Ryan's music, I've discovered this post is best viewed with Fire in Your New Shoes playing in the background. Try it and get a multi-media blog experience. This really is turning out to be your lucky day.

She can only keep the serious face for so long.  Monet in the background. 

Where did she get that?

I get asked about this dress all the time. Uncle Brian and Emily found it at the Gap a few weeks before Easter and bought one for each of the girls. I'm kind of shocked it's available after all these months. Best part? It's still only $10! Get it while you can. Sometimes she belts it, sometimes she doesn't. Which way do you like better?

Outside of the Plaza

Dressing Toddlers: Father's Day Edition

On Monday night, Uncle Nick met us right after work at Brooklyn Bridge Park. While he was playing with my kids, I realized I loved what he was wearing.  It gave me an idea: I could put together a father/son outfit for Father's Day. So I roped him into posing for these pictures. Thanks for being a good sport Nick!  

It doesn't get any more classic then a blue shirt, black shoes, black pants. But with the right fit and style, it looks totally modern. Here's how to make it work on your toddler:

1. Blue Shirt (Take tie off. Or not!): JCPenney $12.99 

2. Belt: Overstock.com $7.69 

3. Shoes: Shoes.com $65.00 (get 15% off by using promo code: 15off) 

4. Suit Trousers: Zaras $39.90 

  My kids adore you Uncle Nick! Congratulations on your engagement to Whitney. She's wonderful!

I think it's great when my boys dress like their dad or his cool friends.
Click here to see a more casual look I did last week.