Jason Wu for Target

Due to my irregular sleeping pattern last night, I was not so keen on getting up at 7:30 am like I planned to get to Target for some Jason Wu shopping. Antz woke up around 6:30 *I guess my typing woke him up* but he's always an early riser. He told me my alarm on my phone went off but I just went back to sleep. Then around 8:45, I woke up and was like, I'll drag my ass down there or else they'll be nothing left. I honestly didn't expect anyone to be there since it's Sunday morning and I doubt many folks even know who Jason Wu is *for those who don't, he's the guy who designed Michelle Obama's inaugural ball gown*

He's so cute

I was surprised to see this when I got there at 9. I think the word got out.

Most of his pieces are very delicate chiffon fabric. Not so great for the mom of an active toddler.  I still grabbed what I could and shopped for house stuff while I waited for the long fitting room line to dwindle. I had a few dresses *so not flattering on me* a skirt, and a few tops. They were really cute pieces but a little too work clothes for my style. I went to the accessories department and didn't find any Jason Wu anywhere. There was a chick there with a cart full of stuff trying on dresses over her clothes *I guess she didn't want to wait in line for a fitting room* but I hung around until she left. Check out what I scored! I almost went with the cream bag but who are we kidding? I can't keep a light color like that clean for one day, so I took Aimee's advice and bought the floral purse *so cute*

Wu bags!

I got up early and all I got with this lousy Jason Wu tee shirt

This guy is my new favorite. It's the perfect size

Liv keeps pointing to the cat on my shirt. It was worth the sleepiness I'm feeling now, luckily I can nap. We just skyped with Evelyn & Dion. They got our package *YAY*

Hipster Highland Park

I had one of those I've got to pee moments where you know you can't hold it till morning but you definitely don't want to get out of the warm bed. So you weigh your options until you can't hold it any longer. I relentlessly gave in and got up. Problem is no matter how fast I go, I get back into bed and start thinking, great...now I'm cold again, I'm awake and my cat Lola jumps into the bed and wants snuggle time. Needless to say, I'm now wide awake at 5:38 am!

Since I'm up before the sun, let me tell you what a great time I had tonight last night. I saw my friends *who I don't see as often as I'd like* for dinner at Maximilliano, a new Italian spot here in Highland Park. This was our second time eating there and it's fabulous. I made reservations at 5, right when they open hoping to not catch the Saturday crowds but within a half an hour the place was packed *and I felt the entire time people were giving us the evil eye for staying at our table for so long* but not only is the place incredible the food is absurdly delish. Everyone enjoyed the food, wine and dessert. This cute chick came over and said hi, she remembered meeting us at the Yo Gabba Gabba! art show, how rad!! I hope we can get together for a playdate soon.

This place has changed from a coffee shop to an art gallery and now the most popular place in HP to eat besides the food trucks! *They filmed Yes Man here too*

Liv is so funny, the first half an hour she's terrified of Chris, then she loves him

These meatballs are HEAVEN

My bebe has blurry face

I hate to admit, HP is getting more awesome everyday. So many new shops, art galleries, NELA art walk and restaurants are popping up within walking distance from our house. Everyone is biking, or gardening and all the dudes have 1890's beards or curly moustaches. I am even seeing really cute houses getting redone and selling for prices that are fairly decent.

Should I stay or should I go now?? Don't fret, I still love you Atwater, you're my #1!!

Me & My BFF

As Antz calls us, My Biscuit Friend Forever!! *snort*

We love our biscuits!!

Don't judge unless you've actually had a buttery Popeyes Biscuit!!

I love this lady!!

Aimee, the Supermodel

Yesterday was an interesting day. I had my regular date with Aimee but I dropped Liv off at her grandma's house since Aimee was having a photo shoot. Her friend MJ is an amazing amateur photographer. I played lighting assistant, I brought our desk lamp to use during the shoot. Aimee has been telling me that she wants to take boudoir photos ever since she got her sleeve done. I was blown away by how beautiful Aimee looked. She is very shy and modest but I honestly believe this girl could be a model. She's a natural in front of the camera, I had so much fun posing her and observing the magic. I'm so excited to see the pics we took together. I took a few photos with my camera of MJ at work.

She reminds me of a 1920's actress

My BFF is so fucking gorgeous

This is my absolute fave, how lovely!

The natural light was awesome

Yummy Champagne!!

Stunning!!!

J'adore mon ami

Sexy lady *this was my idea*

I kept making her laugh, it wasn't hard at all

Today, Antz joined us at Scruffin Rock! Liv was hamming it up like she was auditioning for So You Think You Can Dance.

Awww yeah, tag team

Liv in action

Michael Jackson toes, get this kid a silver glove!

I'm a bit bummed at the moment cause this morning there was a tragic accident. Liv made potty *#1* on my lovely Anthropologie quilt. *sniff, sniff* I pouted, then took it to the dry cleaners. It's gonna cost $30 and won't be ready until next Thursday. Okay, the money, I get it. It's a king size quilt that reeks of urine. Buuut...I am not a fan of the chemicals used at dry cleaners *formaldehyde, Boo* and I like everything I own to be smothered in Downey freshness. I am one of those. I literally buy a 240 pack of Downey dryer sheets AND the largest Downey liquid softener twice a month *I have a panic attack if I don't have a coupon for my Downey addiction at Target, ask Aimee*. It's practically my signature smell *psst, Downey if you listening, frickin make candles and air spray already* I suppose I could find a way to hang it outside and vigorous dose of Febreze. So I am hoping my beautiful quilt doesn't get ruined. In other news, Liv has been improving in the potty training department. She has been grabbing her pull up before she has to go which gives us a head start to get her to the potty *where I usually wait a half an hour and nothing happens* Yet she pooped twice in the toilet at Antz Mom's house. I think this weekend we'll break out the Yo Gabba Gabba! undies I bought for her to wear around the house. Anyone else in potty training hell?

**I'm so torn if I should go ahead and buy the backpack from ModCloth...yesterday there was 3 in stock and now there's only one left!! Two of you lovelies saw my post and bought them, didn't you??!! It's so cute but I'm not sure I'm ready to spend the money...?

April in Paris

Such a lovely song.



Ideally, I want to spend my 37th birthday in Paris. However, March is a cold month for Europe and Lizzie does not like cold weather. I have been playing around on my wardrobe mood board

I own about 50% of the mood board so I have some shopping to get done. I don't see rainboots, heavy coats and sweaters fitting in my wardrobe or little suitcase. Then I'm trying to squeeze in a day in Finland to visit my friend, so I'm sure it will be chilly there. I may even have to borrow one of Antz enormous Swiss Army suitcases *that aren't so cute* cause I packed for 3 days when we went to the W Westwood and it was pretty full. I am trying so hard to go minimalist but I like to have options. My goal first was comfort and then style. I know rain is inevitable during the spring so I am hoping some flat boots will suffice. I admit, it may seem cray cray to plan out all my outfits in advance but it helps me visualize how much luggage I'll be taking and deal with potential issues. For example, I would love to get the Upwardly Mobile Satchel for my computer and accessories.

Upwardly Mobile Satchel in Red

Yet, I also need a bag for my camera and I'm torn between using this adorable backpack that will be easy to carry, light and multifuntional

Backpack in the Day

but this camera bag is killing it.

Theit Bossi Bag

As rad as this bag may be, it doesn't seem very practical, BOO! I can only check one bag and one carry on so I need a bag that is large enough to hold all my junk plus any of Liv's stuff and souvenirs on the flight back. I will die if any of my wishlist stuff sells out before I can buy them. I am really thinking of going for the backpack cause it's just too adorable and practical. You're with me, right?