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Wesley came zooming into the world very quickly at 12:16 am a year ago.

I remember the labor like it was yesterday. Everything happening so fast. No time for an epidural. Me freaking out. Russ fainting. It was like the movies.

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I was browsing though my Pinterest boards and landed on my Things I Made board. I pinned things to this board way back before I blogged here and had a blog on Posterous (which is now closed down). I'm so glad I pinned some things there, because it brought me back to some clothing restyles I did which I cost nothing or very little. (Pardon the very poor quality pictures, but they are from my cellphone before I had a nicer iPhone camera.)

Tank Dress - This idea came from this tutorial. This was the only of these three projects I actually had to buy something for. I already had the fabric, but had to buy the elastic for the waist.

This was inspired by this pin. I used scraps of tank top I had from the above dress and pleated them around the collar of another tank top I already had. I feel like everyone has a handful of these Old Navy tanks hanging around.

Skinnies were not in when I was pregnant with Henry. I ended up buying a few pairs on sale to feel stylish while I was pregnant with Wesley, but I also used this tutorial to change a pair of bootcut pants into skinnies.

So, there ya go! 3 ways to change up the clothes. I'd love to hear if you try one out!

Hooray, it's Friday! Hope you had a great week. I'm linking up the best parts of my week with High Five for Friday!

1. Wesley and I were home by ourselves last weekend while Russ and Henry went up to Minnesota/Wisconsin, so my mom was being extra connected with me - and I had to keep avoiding her. Little did she know, I hitched a ride to Eastern Iowa with my sister-in-law and we all showed up at a restaurant to surprise her for her birthday. It was so much fun, but I had to avoid her FaceTime calls!

I have a collection of blog posts that I keep around and look back upon for reminders and inspiration. Here are a few that I wanted to share with you. Enjoy!

Why Routines are Important for Kids

We have bedtime routines. We have morning routines. Henry thrives on consistency and knowing what is coming soon. He's become more independent (especially in the mornings) because of routines we have.

Using Do-Overs to Discipline

When I am not in fits of rage or frustration because of something my lovely 4-year-old has done (I'm kidding...sort of...), I have used this technique and it actually works. Sometimes he even finds it humorous when we practice "doing it over." Try it out!

How to Fall in Like with Your Kids

Lisa Jo speaks to my heart so often, I could have a post just full of her posts. If you aren't a regular reader of her blog, you should be (Yes, I just "shoulded" you). She has a new book that came out Tuesday and arrived on my doorstep yesterday. I can't wait to dig into it. I could relate to this post very easily.

Well, When I have kids...

This is another blog that resonates with me often. This post made me laugh at all the misconceptions and judgements I had before I had a little one living under my roof.

Working, Family, and the Pursuit of Happiness

Again, this post resonated with me - "My husband looked so concerned when he told me he thought I wasn’t happy. I didn’t have the heart to tell him that no one is." Head over there to read it.

To the Tired Mom

This post just gave me hope. Her reminders that we are not alone and that the regularities of motherhood should be celebrated were refreshment for my soul.

Every Wednesday I link up with The Pleated Poppy for What I Wore Wednesday. It's a way I keep myself accountable for what I wear and get inspiration from others. This week, I seemed to wear many scarves, most of which I got from Chinatown on my NYC trip.

Seriously Chinatown, I love your cheap scarves!

This outfit may be polka dot overload, but I loved it.

Scarf - Chinatown $6

Chambray - Goodwill

Skinnies - Old Navy via Goodwill (they have tiny polka dots)

Shoes - Toms (they also have tiny polka dots)

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