Pittsburgh

Snapshots and Thoughts

Hey hey! Dropping in today to share some photos and thoughts. How is January going for everyone? I can’t believe we’re already over halfway through the month.

Shoveling snow in January in Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh got snow! Jimmy was up and shoveling early on a Sunday morning. What a stud ❤

Things that have been going on for me this month:
-Had my sixth iron infusion
-Lots of reading (finished this book and just started this one)
-Finally got my hair cut! Pictures coming soon once I figure out how to style it, haha.
-Hanging out with Sadie, Jimmy, the pets, and our families!
-Beginning to plan Hannah’s baby shower–I think I’m making cupcakes 🙂
-Ordered this for Sadie and we’re going to try to use it to get her to sleep in her crib soon if we’re brave, lol.

How about some pictures and more thoughts?!

Baby and cocker spaniel playing together

Sadie is becoming more and more interactive with the pets! She smiles so hard every time she sees Mavis. Both Mavis and Malcolm are great with her; Malcolm has nibbled her a few times, but nothing that has made her cry.

Mavis just adores Sadie and really seems to enjoy her attention. I have a few video clips I’ll have to post! As for Lola + Sadie… Lola just doesn’t care about her, haha.

Girl in Ford Raptor truck with cocker spaniel and black lab

Speaking of the pets, I managed to bring Lola, Mavis, and Sadie to and from the groomer without it being too much of a fiasco!

Lola almost stepped on Sadie and Mavis peed on the front seat, but we survived!

Baby on play mat with Dunkin Donuts coffee

I totally treated myself to some Dunkin’ coffee after dropping the girls off at the groomer 😉

Baby girl in hat sitting on grandfather's lap

My father and mother-in-law babysat Sadie for a few hours the other night and it was amazing for all of us! Jimmy and I didn’t even know what to do with ourselves without our little gal, lol.

We are so incredibly thankful for our families’ help with and love for Sadie.

Girl getting IV iron infusion

My sixth iron infusion is in the books! I’ve got two more to go and then blood work in May to check my hemoglobin levels and then reassess if I need any more infusions from there.

Three generations of women

Sadie and I slept over my parents’ house earlier this month, which was so much fun! Us gals went shopping, went to lunch (my second time out to eat since Sadie was born and it was such a treat!), and relaxed with the pups.

Endangered Species Dark Chocolate

This chocolate is delicious. What’s your favorite brand and type of chocolate?

What would snapshots from your life right now look like?

Whimsy on Fifth

Who loves boutiques? How about small businesses? I know I do! A new-to-me boutique, Whimsy on Fifth, opened up in our area of Pittsburgh and I recently had the chance to stop in and check it out.

Whimsy on Fifth boutique Pittsburgh

Whimsy on Fifth is just so delightful! The shop carries gifts, home goods, clothing, jewelry, stationary, accessories, and more. It’s definitely going to be my go-to spot for shopping local and finding unique gifts for friends and family.

Scarves

Pinkhouse bracelets

Whimsy on Fifth boutique Pittsburgh

Whimsy on Fifth boutique Pittsburgh

I even had the chance to speak with Whimsy’s owner, Rebecca, who was so kind and helpful. It’s clear she’s passionate about curating a great variety of goods for her shop and helping her customers find just the item they’re looking for.

Whimsy on Fifth owner Rebecca Seuter

If you’re local to Pittsburgh, I highly recommend stopping into Whimsy on Fifth (it’s located in Presto!) and if you’re not from the Steel City, you can shop Whimsy’s unique finds on their website!

Do you like boutiques?