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Vintage Indie Handmade Crush: Vintage Floral Baby Set

♥ Handmade Crush ♥

Handmade from vintage fabrics, from yorkpatty. 

 

Virtual Baby Shower: Giveaway #2 from Leading Lady!

Vintage Indie is thrilled to bring you another giveaway for our Virtual Baby Shower. Whether you're nursing for the first time or already well into your nursing, I think you'll love this giveaway from Leading Lady.  While I'm waiting on my Leading Lady item to review fully for you Leading Lady’s Nursing Cami, I thought we would go ahead with the giveaway. 

Leading Lady is a premiere intimate apparel company dedicated to creating comfortably functional, remarkably affordable, stylish and easy-to-wear bras, camis and sleepwear. A family owned and operated business, Leading Lady has been expertly tailoring nursing and full figure bras for top brands and retailers across North America for more than 70 years. For the first time, Leading Lady’s comprehensive line of nursing and full figure intimates – including sexy stretch lace wire-free and underwire bras, supportive and seamless sport and yoga bras, and cozy sleep and leisure bras – can be purchased directly on LeadingLady.com.

 

Leading Lady is proud to celebrate “Leading Ladies” everywhere through its products, programs and philanthropic activities. Leading Lady is dedicated to arming new moms with the support – physically, intellectually and emotionally – they need to nurture their babies through breastfeeding and committed to supporting a variety of organizations and issues relevant to women across the country. Follow Leading Lady on Facebook, Twitter and  Google+.

 

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Virtual Baby Shower: Nursing Bras 101 with special guest Amy Berry Lactation Expert!

Alright, so this is a virtual baby shower and what would be more appropriate than talking about nursing bras! We're happy to have special guest Amy Berry, Lactation Expert for Leading Lady (Registered Nurse, Certified Lactation Consultant and Mother of 7). She's hear to give you the inside scoop on your nursing bra selection. I know from experience that it is really hard to decide which size to pick, when to purchase your nursing bra, and the right fit for how you plan to nurse. I'm so glad she's here to help. Be sure to stop by later this afternoon for a GREAT giveaway from Leading Lady! xoxo Gabreial

 

Congratulations on your pregnancy! As you prepare for the arrival of your new little one – gathering your diapers, swaddles and baby monitors – it is important to remember a few essential items that you will need to nurture your baby, including a nursing bra wardrobe. I recommend that you begin shopping for nursing bras in your third trimester and start with at least three: one to wear, one in the wash and one in the drawer. Towards the end of your pregnancy and into your early nursing days, stretchy leisure styles with some give-and-take and camis, like Leading Lady's Santoni bra and square neck cami, are good options. Definitely bring your nursing bras to the hospital. You will need them right away!

 

Finding the right fit is vital to the health of your breasts and your own comfort. You should be fitted for nursing bras, just as you would for all of your other bras. Your size will fluctuate over the first few months of nursing. I suggest you re-measure yourself about 4 to 6 weeks after delivery, once your milk levels stabilize. At this time, you will likely be ready to transition from flexible bras into more structured bras, such as our seamless, T-shirt nursing bras. Because size fluctuations vary, look for nursing bras that will work with the ebb-and-flow of milk supply. Styles with 4 hook & eye closures in the back and adjustable straps allow for greater size differentiations.

 

When looking for a nursing bra, fit, comfort, support and accessibility are the most important factors. A proper fitting bra will allow your breasts to sit upright and centered on your chest, and the straps will remain in place while you are moving. Your nursing bra should make breastfeeding your baby easier by proving quick, convenient access to your breasts. Styles range from traditional nursing clasps, to front closures so try a few to determine which one you prefer.

 

Your breasts and nipples will be sensitive, especially in the first few weeks. Select nursing bras made of soft, breathable fabrics that will feel comforting to your skin. An irritating fabric on an already sore nipple can be extremely painful. Also, before nursing, sleeping in a bra may be a foreign concept. But when you begin breastfeeding, your breasts will need to be supported constantly. Sleep bras, leisure bras, or nursing camis are made of soft, stretchable fabrics that will keep you supported from morning until night, and make night time feedings easier.

 

I wish you all the best in your breastfeeding experience and your wonderful new adventure!

 

Thank you so much Amy! We appreciate your time!

 

Guest Post by Amy Berry, Lactation Expert for Leading Lady (Registered Nurse, Certified Lactation Consultant and Mother of 7)

 

 

Don't forget to come back later to enter the fabulous giveaway! Be sure to enter all of the giveaways during the next three weeks. Simply seach "Virtual Baby Shower" in our search bar to bring everything up. 

 

Virtual Baby Shower: Giveaway #1 Earth Mama Angel Baby

I haven't talked much about our birth plan, but I plan to do so during the virtual baby shower. Our goal is to have a natural birth in a hospital, that's also stress free. How are we going to do this? We're going to prepare! On our birth plan, we have decided that we are going to give the baby her first bath. With that in mind, we also want to be in control of the chemicals that are first introduced to her body and what the hospital provides is not good enough for us. We've chosen Earth Mama Angel Baby to use for our little darlings first bath.  

We're excited to have Earth Mama Angel Baby  with us during our virtual baby shower! 

 

"We think that all babies deserve a toxin-free first bath, diaper change, and massage! That's why Mama created the Birth & Baby Kit- with both the baby's and mama's needs in mind. Camera? Check. Nursing pillow? Check. Baby’s first organic cotton onesie? Checkarooney! Your birth bag’s ready, but don’t forget to pack what you need most to take care of your hurty mama parts after you’ve pushed a baby into the world!Earth Mama Angel Baby makes it easy with safe, natural products that comfort and heal a brand new mama, as well as pure, organic products for your brand new baby.

Mama’s Birth & Baby Kit - travel size will get you through the first postpartum days with toss-and-go travel sizes of Earth Mama essentials Worry-free products to comfort mama and baby? That’s a big check!"

The Birth & Baby Kit - travel size includes

Organza Bag - Travel

For mama:
New Mama Bottom Spray - 1oz
Mama Bottom Balm - 4 samples
Organic Monthly Comfort Tea - 4 samples
Organic Milkmaid Tea - 4 samples
Natural Nipple Butter - 1oz

 

For baby:
Angel Baby Shampoo & Body Wash - 60mL
Angel Baby Oil - 1oz
Angel Baby Lotion - 2oz
Angel Baby Bottom Balm - 1oz

 

*Please note, giveaway open to United States addresses only. Thanks! 

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I've personally already tried the Angel Baby Lotion and I have to tell you it is divine. It absorbs easily without a greasy feeling and smells good enough to eat (of course you don't want to do that)

 

Angel Baby Lotion - 2oz- NSF/ANSI 305 certified organic pure, safe baby lotion

• The first product manufactured in the U.S. certified to the new NSF/ANSI 305 Contains Organic Ingredients Standard
• 100% organic alcohol herbal extract preservative system
• Used topically to help ease skin irritations like eczema
• Easily absorbable for baby massage
• Moisturizing lotion for adult bodies too
• Organic Vanilla extract and organic Sweet Orange essential oil combine for a naturally light irresistible scent
• Certified vegan and cruelty‐free

Ingredients: (double check your bottle to make sure it is gluten free. this is the new ingredient list)

Angel Baby Lotion was formulated with extra care, because what goes on your baby goes in your baby. The first US personal care product certified to the NSF/ANSI 305 Standard, Angel Baby Lotion contains organic ingredients but of course zero toxins and no artificial preservatives, fragrances or dyes. Just pure ingredients to moisturize and protect sensitive, delicate skin, for babies of all ages - top to bottom, cheeks to cheeks.

Made with organic Rooibos, soothing to eczema, skin allergies and diaper rash, and smells so naturally good you'll have to nibble on an adorable little tootsie or two! Gluten free.

• NSF Certified Contains, Organic Oils
• No Artificial Fragrances, Preservatives or Dyes
• Zero Toxins
• Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth

Aloe barbadensis (organic aloe) leaf juice, Olea europaea (organic olive) oil, Olea europaea (organic olive) oil, Aspalathus linearis (organic rooibos) extract, Calendula officinalis (organic calendula) extract, Olivoyl hydrolyzed oat protein, Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl oleate, Glyceryl stearate, Kosher vegetable glycerin, Vanilla planifolia (organic vanilla) extract, Butyrospermum parkii (organic shea) butter, Citrus Sinensis (organic sweet orange) oil, Xanthan gum

 

Truth in Review: Earth Mama Angel Baby  provided us with a travel kit for our own personal review (coming in late July, early August) and a giveaway for you in exchange for our review.  We were not paid for our review/giveaway, any contents of our review/giveaway or required any certain context within the review. We speak truly from our hearts and hope that you and your family will gain trust from Vintage Indie.  All reviews posted by me are truthful in content and not bought. Gabreial

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Raising Healthy Kids with Special Guest Nicole Bennett Simple Homemade: 3 Points of Encouragement

Raising healthy kids is such an important topic to me, even more so now that I need to refreshen my memory on many things with the baby coming. Today, I am thrilled to have a very special guest with us Nicole Bennett from Simple Homemade. If you haven't had a chance to visit Simple Homemade you are simply missing out on some wonderful mom-mom information on raising healthy kids and what this really looks like in a real home. Please help me by sending Nicole a warm welcome!  

 

3 Points of Encouragement for Raising Healthy Kids

 

It's funny how having kids changes you. And I don't mean in the obvious ways like learning to deal with less sleep, never-ending laundry and chaotic dinners. I'm thinking more along the lines of healthy living. For me, it wasn't until I had my first baby that I began really caring about avoiding toxins and eating real food. Now, just about five years later (five!), this "healthier" way of life is basically second nature to me. I still have lots to learn myself, but more and more I'm thinking about passing on what I've learned to my kids. After all, concern for their health and safety is what started this whole shift. Here are a few ways I'm working on leaving a legacy of a more natural lifestyle to my kids.

Make it Familiar The most important way I can teach my kids about a healthy lifestyle is by modeling one for them. I hope as they grow older, they'll remember and embrace ways they've seen me take care of my body, our family and the earth. I eat the same healthy, real food I expect them to, I use the same non-toxic (often homemade) personal care products I put on them and I try to set the example of reusing, repurposing, upcycling and all that goodness in my own wardrobe and in our home. Routine helps, too. By now, my kids are used to our daily afternoon smoothies. And I'll be the first one to praise the yumminess of a smoothie filled with healthy addition such as leafy greens and chia seeds.

Make it Normal To be honest, my kids are young enough to not really know any different than to use cloth napkins and eat sautéed swiss chard. They think drizzling honey on plain Greek yogurt is a treat and that we avoid "fake"-colored foods because they aren't real and aren't good for our bodies. I try to explain why we do the things we do in a way that makes sense. I don't want them blindly doing what I do, because after all, I am teaching them to be able to live like this without me someday! One of my best tactics is to promote healthy things, such as eating vegetables that appear unappealing to toddlers, is to constantly talk it up as normal and "mature." Oh, you'll probably love that when you're older, I'll say. I learned about talking about how our palate matures from Amy of New Nostalgia and have already seen that tactic work in my little girl who never "liked" sweet potatoes until she was a big four-and-a-half-year old It's normal to have preferences (I hate raisins myself after all), but I love to talk up the good stuff in hopes that my kiddos will learn to appreciate what's good for them in the long run.

Make it Fun Healthy and natural living doesn't have to just be boring and "normal" though. My kids love the excitement of seeing what's in our latest CSA box, and visiting the farm each year, and picking berries for enjoying and using to make jam. They're excited when I let them help pick out a homemade ice cream flavor (and they don't miss the fillers and preservatives) just like my daughter loves picking fabric for a new mama-sewn dress. Healthy living can mean helping mom mix up a batch of granola bars -- and that's way more fun (not to mention less-processed) than just picking a box off the shelf. And I can't wait for the day when my kids get to gather up eggs from the backyard chickens I hope to have someday. And they are going to LOVE that. We don't have to lie, convince or coerce our kids into a healthy, natural lifestyle. Going back to basics is more fun, and as we model this "new normal" in our homes and daily lives, our kids will hopefully follow in our footsteps, carrying on the legacy we've been striving to create. We can't control the choices they'll make as they grow older, but we can lay a strong foundation for a healthy lifestyle.

 

Nicole Bennett is married to a handsome guy and has three little kiddos. She loves sharing her passion for baby-stepping towards a more natural, handmade lifestyle. She is the editor of Simple Homemade, and also occasionally blogs at Gidget Goes Home. She loves to read, sew, surf and watch baseball, and can often be found in the kitchen as well. She'd love to connect with you on Twitter or Instagram (@simplehomemade).

Vintage Indie Kids: Oh Veronica

Talk about adorable. Of course you all know by now we're expecting our first girl. This means lots of dress shopping for this momma! I'm super excited. Today, a few of my favorite picks from Oh Veronica Clothing. 

 

Church Dress " The stories on this dress tell of the things that God gave us - nature, day & night, seasons, family, friends and the world." 

Vintage Flower Girl Dress, "Reminiscent of vintage french textiles found in turn-of-the-century Parisian homes, the dress you are ordering (As pictured) is finished with Cambric Lace sleeves and hem trimming." 

Vintage Shabby Chic Lace French Inspired Girls Dress

Shop OhVeronicaGirl for all of these adorable handmade dresses. 

 

All Images Copyright © Oh Veronica 

Vintage Indie Kids: Coral Baby

 

 

Top Left: Coral Bubble Lace Petti Romper from Chicabootique, Top Right: Fabric Bunting from whitecliffcottage. Bottom Left: Organic Bird-E Towels from AthenaCreates, Bottom Right: Baby Girl Hair Clips from studiopost 

Raising Healthy Kids Month 2012: Parenting boys 9-12 Boot-Camp Tonight! Reminder

If you've been looking for some great parenting advice for your son aged 9-12, Hal & Melanie Young of Raising Real Men have a spectacular Boot Camp lined up for you. Even if you can't join tonight, you'll be able to join and listen and hear the archives for a whole year! My husband and I really enjoyed last weeks session and hope you'll join in this week. 

 

Here's what the Boot Camp is all about. 

 

We’ll be discussing:

Brains Turned to Mush

Temptation Everywhere

Dating and Courtship

Homeschooling High School

Jobs & Entrepreneurship

Doing Real Things in the Real World

Becoming Young Adults, not Sullen Teens

Loving these years!

 

Don't wait! The Bootcamp Starts tonight at 8EST, but remember if you sign up and can't attend tonight, you'll be able to catch up later in the week. 

Visit Raising Real Men for more information on registration. 

 

Raising Healthy Kids Month 2012: Organic & Whole Living Recipe: Chewy Granola Bars

After all of the GMO talk lately, I'm tired of packaged products. I'm tired of having to read every single label, every single ingredient and even then, I have to look up ingredients and research said company just to prove to myself the ingredients are safe for consumption. So this past weekend I was inspired to make-from scratch, some yummy snacks for my kiddos and hubbs. 

I've created two Chewy Granola Recipes that I think you'll love, and if you don't they are super easy to change to your taste. 

 

This is what I call the base of the chewy granola recipe. The best part? No corn syrup of any kind and no questionable ingredients! 

What You'll Need:

1/2 cup of nut butter, peanut, almond, sunflower seed etc. 

1/3 cup of honey (I use a little less if I'm adding sweet "mix-ins" 

1/4 of Coconut Oil, this time I used Artisana (thanks to Artisana for providing the Coconut Oil)

Base Directions: Mix all of your base ingredients in a large pot and bring to a simmer from med-low to med. Watch so that you don't really cook the ingredients, you're just wanting everything to melt and to combine really well. 

Next you'll want your "mix-ins" 

1 full cup of any of these mix-in combination; almonds, walnuts, sunflower seeds, pumkin seeds, hemp seeds (great for extra protein), chia seeds, ground flax seeds, dried fruit, dark chocolate bits etc.

1 Heaping Cup of Oats. 

 

Almond & Raisin Chewy Granola Bars (Our family's favorite) 

For my 1st recipe I used the following;

1/4 cup raisins,

1/2 cup chopped almonds

1T ground golden flax seeds

1-2 T dark chocolate bits

1 heaping cup of oats.

Simply pour your melted mixture over your oats and mix-ins and stir to combine. Press firmly into an 8x8" pan. Let cool for a few hours or until "chewy set". 

These aren't going to harden up like a normal granola would, that's why they are chewy bars! 

Cut into squares and wrap for easy snacking on the go later! 

 

Walnut & Cranberry Extra Protein Chewy Granola Bars

For this recipe you'll need;

1 cup of oats (not heaping, this recipe is a little dryer than the other one above)

1/2 Cup chopped walnuts

1/4 Cup chopped dried cranberries

1 T chia seeds

1 T golden flax seen meal

2T of hemp seeds  

 Simply pour your melted mixture over your oats and mix-ins and stir to combine. Press firmly into an 8x8" pan. Let cool for a few hours or until "chewy set". Cut into easy to grab and go servings! 

 

I hope you enjoy these recipes as much as our family has. 

What kind of "mix-ins" do you like to add to your granola? 

 

Artisana Review: We created this recipe usuing Artisana Coconut Oil. I can truly say that I absolutely love this product. I love the fact that it is Organic & Raw. We often use the coconut oil in its raw state in our smoothies as well. "

"Artisana Organic Raw Coconut oil is non-hydrogenated, cholesterol-free and comprised of medium-chain fatty acids which are broken efficiently by the body, providing an immediate source of energy.When cooking or baking, use as a substitute for butter or margarine."

 

Truth in Review: Artisana provided us with Coconut Oil & Coconut Butter that we used in these recipes.  We were not paid for any contents of our review or required any certain text within the review. We speak truly from our hearts and hope that you and your family will gain trust from Vintage Indie reviews so that you may enjoy learning opportunities like this one and more.  All reviews posted by me are truthful in content and not bought. Gabreial Wyatt, editor in chief. 

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Raising Healthy Kids Month 2012: Parenting boys 9-12 Join Tonight's Boot Camp Webinar!

If you've been looking for some great parenting advice for your son aged 9-12, Hal & Melanie Young of Raising Real Men have a spectacular Boot Camp lined up for you. Even if you can't join tonight, you'll be able to join and listen and hear the archives for a whole year! 

 

Here's what the Boot Camp is all about. 

 

Do you have a son who is 9 to 12 years old?

When our boys hit that age, they seem to fall apart. Formerly obedient sons suddenly get angry and rebellious. They don’t seem to be able to control their tempers or get their work done. One of our teens said, “Mom, it seems like when a guy gets to be about nine, his head gets harder and his brain gets softer…” Now, the brother he was talking about didn’t appreciate it much, but it sure seemed true!

Are you starting to see some changes? Does he seem full of anger and hard to live with all of a sudden? Wondering what is going on and how you are going to handle it? Get help now!

We’re inviting a small number parents of 9-12 year old boys that are unwilling to accept teen turmoil as inevitable to join us live for a Raising Real Men webinar series getting you geared up to make these years a blessing and not a nightmare.

We’ll meet together for five lively, funny, powerful and practical sessions that will take the fear out of the coming years and give you the tools to help your guys navigate these dangerous waters safely. We’ll be interacting with you, too, answering your questions live!

Boot Camp 9-12 will help you:

Get in Shape! Shape up your relationship with your son now before the real challenges hit.

Get Armed! Learn about serious dangers your son will face and develop the weapons to deal with them.

Get a Strategy! Learn how to put together a plan for high school and get it done.

Get Moving! Start now to prepare your son to pass through the minefields to godly manhood.

 

We’ll be discussing:

Brains Turned to Mush

Temptation Everywhere

Dating and Courtship

Homeschooling High School

Jobs & Entrepreneurship

Doing Real Things in the Real World

Becoming Young Adults, not Sullen Teens

Loving these years!

 

Don't wait! The Bootcamp Starts tonight at 8EST, but remember if you sign up and can't attend tonight, you'll be able to catch up later in the week. 

 

Visit Raising Real Men for more information on registration. 

 

 

 

Handmade Crush: Vintage Styled Baby Paper Doll Softy Rattle

We don't know what we're having just yet, but if squishy is a girl, I would love to own one of these for her. 

 

 

Edit: I'm not sure why, but the shop owners information didn't come through here. You can purchase these adorable dolls at BufordWife. 

 

All images copyright © Toni Buford 

Vintage Indie Kids: The Raggedys'

I know, I know! I've been all whiny about summer ending, but then I saw these adorable babies in these charming hats and I thought, summer ending with adorable babies in charming handmade creations like these, well it isn't that bad. 

"the Raggedys'" 

seriously, stinking adorable! 

You can find all of these original creations at sweetpeatoad

All Photos Copyright © 2009-2011 by sweetpeatoad

Back to School 2011: Vintage Indie Kids: LottiDaBaby

 

If you haven't been to LottiDaBaby before, you are truly missing out on a darling children's boutique. I love the dress above with the sweet patch on the courdoroy. 

Photos courtesy of Lauryn Byrdy Photography

Missed the link, the first time around. Here you go! http://www.lottiedababy.com/

Vintage Indie Kids: A Mouse Friend

New on the block is Etsy shop Pashka Natasha, I absolutely think her dolls are adorable, especially the mouse friends. Above is Vanilla Mouse

Vintage Indie Style: Back to School 2011

I'm loving these adorable accessories from Tsura Li. 

 

Just in time for your little girl to head to school this season.

Vintage Indie Kids: Vintage Clothing by Flour

Head over to Flour to scoop up one of these fantastic vintage indie kids finds or any of their other gorgeous Jacki- O

Vintage Indie Kids: 1Crown3Tiaras

Recently I had the pleasure of taking my boys to get some formal wear, ties, dress pants and dress shoes. It was truly a delight, and then to see them all dressed up it just warmed my heart. I'm sure if I had girls, it would feel the same. Here's a little push to help you if you're looking for the perfect fall and winter clothes for your little one. 

Autumn Dress

Ruffle Neck Tunic

2010 Vintage Deer Dress

Shop these and more from 1Crown3Tiaras

Vintage Indie Kids: Vintage Inspired & Eco Friendly Lillipops

Vintage Inspired & Eco Friendly, is Lillipops Designs. Vintage Style for Modern Kids. If the title isn't enough to grab your attention, check out their collection.

I love the sleeves on this dress, so cute for fall!

Look at those leggins! 

Eco Friendly "Dadicated"!  Lillipops Design creates one of a kind custom dresses out of daddy's dress shirts or grandpa's well loved shirt. What a great idea!

Visit Lillipops Design for special ordering or to shop from their stock collection.

xoxo Gabreial

 

Vintage Indie Kids: Amelie Jo

I've had this submission for quite some time now. I've been meaning to show you the darling 20's inspired flapper styles from Amelie Jo. I think you'll find her fashions and layers of lace charming.

Amelie Jo

Vintage Indie Kids: Junecraft

What is not to love about cute, adorable, baby and kids stuff in bright colors. I love the creativity of today!

I'm sure you will also love the mid-century original artwork over at June Craft.

Enjoy!

The Daily Swank: 3 Ring Circus Vintage Baby & Kids

I love vintage baby girl clothes. If I had a girl, she'd be dolled up in one of these detailed dresses daily.

Shop 3RingCircus on Etsy for more yummy vintage baby and kids clothing!

VI Headliner Sponsor Feature: Molly Wymer Cook of Southern Spunk

I would like to send a warm welcome to Vintage Indie's newest sponsor Molly Wymer Cook of Southern Spunk!

Molly's blog is that of a wife, mother, friend, artist, seamstress and heartfelt writer. Digging deep into her archives you will find a woman of strength, courage and faith.  Molly comes to Vintage Indie this month to share her blog with us, but that would also lead you to her charming Etsy shop Southern Spunk where she creates adorable children's fashions.

Southern Spunk

Teach Me: Books on CD

As I was preparing a warm dinner of cottage ham, green beans and potatoes for my sweet man, I had the boys working on pattern puzzles. We love patterns around here. Process of elimination, critical thinking, creative thinking and art. You name it, pattern puzzles offer up some serious fun. What is more fun, is doing pattern puzzles while listening to a book on cd.

The boys started to chatter and discuss what they were creating with the patterns and I found myself shooshing them. I was thoroughly enjoying the story too. We've made it to chapter five quite quickly and can't seem to put the book "down". It has encouraged listening ears, comprehension and use of imagination. Books on CD are also cost friendly as you can find many selections at your local library.

Our current book on CD is The Horse and His Boy by C.S. Lewis from The Chronicles of Narnia. I've heard books on cd before and found myself snoozing to the reader. A reading performance by Alex Jennings makes our listening time delightful and on the edge of our seats. 

If you don't homeschool, consider books on cd for long car rides, trips to and from the store or an alternative to the " one eyed monster" the TV. 

Do you have any suggestions for books on cd? Let us know what you've been listening to!

Snow Report: Susie L from Baltimore, Maryland

We're studying snow, ice and all things weather around these parts and we're appreciating your photos! We're finally getting some real snow around here too!

First up Vintage Indie reader Susie L.  from Baltimore, Maryland .

Susie writes, " We got bomb-barded with 14" in December '09. We aren't use to it...we've been having mild winters for the past 10 years or so. It was lovely to see though and made it so very nice for Christmas. We have more snow headed our way Friday...here we go again."

Thanks Susie!

Keep your winter weather photos coming!

xoxo Gabreial

Get Dressed: Vintage Girl Shoes

Oh me, oh my. If I had a daughter I would scoop these shoes up. They are so vintage and so cute!

 
Vintage Girls Mary Janes

Find these shoes and more at VintageOrphans!