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  • Everyday Fashion

    Second Guessing: Floral Shorts

    Floral Shorts + Knot Tee
     The ebb and flow.  The up and down.  The highs and lows. But what about when  it is mostly the lows???

    Today (as I am writing) was on of those days.  I feel a bit like I am on a roller coaster.  Every time I make a decision I second guess it.  And not just the decisions I made today- but I started to question all the decision I have been making; for the last week, for the last month, for the last year… since Declan was born.  Most of my questioning (today) has involved my parenting and my ability to raise Declan.  Who gave me the license for this???? It was harder to get mt drivers license!!!  If deep in my heart I believe I am doing what is best for Declan then why do I question my every decision????

    At at the core of it I believe it is more than just parenting, for me.  I think we live in a society that unintentionally creates an environment where we have become conditioned to question ourselves.  The perception that someone or something is always better has driven us to second guess our own life.  Instead of celebrating what someone else has or being happy for the successes someone else celebrates we find ourselves wondering what I have done wrong.  Instead of boosting ourselves up and recognizing what we have we are constantly striving to “be better” and not always in a healthy or natural way.  Now, don’t get me wrong I am not talking about your drive or determination to be successful in your career or in your life as there needs to be fair amount of that to continue to grow both professionally and personally.  I am talking about the feeling you get when you drop your son off at camp and worry he won’t make friends and then question what I could have done prior to prepare him better. I am talking about the way you feel when look at where you are in life and wonder how long until you feel grounded.  I am talking about the feeling of doubt as to whether your choice to quit your job and start a new career will and has affected your family.  I am talking about the everyday choices that, in the  moment, seem to be the best but as life goes on you see them backfiring on you.  Those things are what drive me to just throw in the towel and give up.  Seriously, today is one of those days #gettingreal.

    Wallowing is a part of life- even if you don’t want to admit it.  I do it, you do it, everyone does it.  And on those days I am learning to be nicer to myself  To be a bit more patient with Declan and to forgive myself.  And to have an extra glass of wine!  As I reflect on all those choices I made, the ones I am questioning, I know that I made them with the best intentions, with a positive attitude and with all the facts I had at the time.  I can not change what has been done but I can only continue down the path and learn as I go.  Questions and comparing will not stop and I know this will not be the last time I feel this way.  To be honest I can not promise I won’t have worse days or that I will not wallow away and watch episode after episode of Friends.  But I can promise to do my best to keep myself in check… and when I can’t I know a few ladies who can.

    Photos: Jenna Sparks Photography 

     shop the look: floral shorts // white tee // sandals // clutch <similar>

    Alrighty ladies, not sure where you live but in Denver it has been unreasonably hot.  Like I took off my bra the other day it was so hot.  So I am all about light and breezy looks right now and when I realized these high-waisted floral shorts were flowy and breezy I about bought six pairs.  No but honestly, they are light, comfortable and breathable.  I love them for the high-waisted nature (I know I am late to the game on that front) but I am coming around and these are the first pair of many!!  So you ladies know that I love J.Crew for summer staples and this white tee is no exception and it is under $15.  It comes in a rainbow of colors and I promise you will want to wear it everyday.  These heels are a favorite and simple enough to let the outfit be the statement.  Full transparency: they are bit tight across my toes but starting to get broken in.

    Below I have linked several similar items.  And lucky for you almost all of them are now on the Nordstrom Sale! And lets be real- who doesn’t love a good sale, especially at Nordstrom?!?

    so then what???

    Well friends on this one I am stuck,  In all honesty I am still wallowing.  It is new day and I hope to spend less time wallowing but I am human and I get caught up in my own head.  Each decision is second, third and fourth guessed.  Getting out of my own head is the first step and this time I seem to be really stuck there… and for me, this time, that is okay.  Learning to be patient with myself is an uphill battle and today I am allowing myself to feel and digest these feelings.  Tomorrow is a new day but sometimes it takes more than a day… and I am okay with that. This time.

    With Love,

  • Uncategorized

    These Are My People: Lace Shorts

    Tie Shirt: Lace Shorts

    If you follow me in Instagram (which you should) you may have noticed an increased presence of both Declan and Brendan… Well these are my people!  At the beginning of the day they are there.  Each night they are there.  So, it was only a natural step to weave them into this “new life” I have.

    One of the reasons I started Pish to Posh was to begin to define myself in a new way.  And I felt, at that time, I wanted to be defined apart from Declan and my family.  I had spent the previous 2 years intensely connected to Declan- through all his medical needs and deciding to become a full-time mom and then moving across the world where he seemed to be the only constant I had- I was ready for a break.  I began the blog with a heavy and narrow focus on fashion and that worked!!!  I loved it!!  Living in London it was easy to focus on the fashion, to be continuously be inspired and to find new ways to express myself.  It was exciting to start this adventure and to become something other than Declan’s mother and Brendan’s wife.  Pish to Posh was born, nurtured and developed under this idea of creating an identity exclusionary of my family.

    It worked gloriously in London and even when we got back to Denver, for a while.  And then it started to feel yucky, disconnected and inauthentic.

    SLAM ON THE BRAKES.

    Of all the things I wanted or thought this blog would become I always strived for it to feel authentic, organic and connected … but now I was feeling resentment and bitterness towards my family … and no happiness or authenticity.  HOLD UP.  Not okay.  These are my people.  This is my life.

    TIME FOR A CHANGE.

    For whatever the reason I am finding myself drawn to include and embrace my life as a mother and wife; first and foremost.  For whatever reason I find happiness in capturing candid moments of Declans life and then sharing them with you.  For whatever reason I am drawn to share my marriage with you here and on social media.  And I am not one bit upset about it.  I love these people.  More than I love anyone else, more than I love myself and certainly more than I love fashion alone.

    Photos: Jenna Sparks Photography 

    shop the look: shorts // tie knot tee  // wedges <similar> // sunnies 

    I am in love with these shorts and this brand!!  Everly Oak has the cutest stuff (like the floral dress from this post) and I can’t stop ordering from them!!! These shorts are so versatile,  under $40 and the perfect fit ( I mean who doesn’t love elastic waste??).  They are only available online so make sure to check out Everly Oak!   I grabbed this tie knot tee that last time I was at the J . Crew Outlet and I am so happy I did.  It is the perfect easy to wear neutral tee for summer.  The tie knot detail on this tee spices it up the perfect amount!  These sandals are currently sold out  but I have linked a similar pair <here>.  Below I linked everything (with exception to these shorts- check out their website to snag them) including both Brendan and Declans outfit.  Brendan is head to shorts J. Crew Outlet and Declan is in both Target and Old Navy.  Happy Shopping.

    changes: my people

    So, here they are.  On the blog and on social media.  Filling my life (and my feed) and helping me create an identity I am proud of.  In hindsight, it was ridiculous to think I could successfully create a blog and define myself without including Brendan and Declan.  While I am not defined by them; they do play a major role in defining me.  I love being a mother.  I love being a wife.  As time goes on and I hone, sharpen and refine myself you will see that reflected on Pish to Posh.  Like life this adventure is a work in progress.  Each day I learn more about who I am, what makes me happy and how I want to live my life.  As life changes I hope this space changes, I hope Pish to Posh changes… in order to remain authentic and organic here it is only natural that iy mirror my life.

    There will still be plenty of posts centred around fashion.  My goal is still to inspire you to feel happy and confident in your own skin and style.  I still love to get dressed and share that with you.  But I also want to share with you that my life is more than one dimensional.

    These are my people.

    I hope you learn to love them as much I do (or close!).

    With Love,