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    Asher’s first birthday ‘Boss Baby’ cake smash photo shoot

    August 27, 2020 /

    I’ve been this kid’s mom for a whole year and, golly gosh, has it been sweet! I mean, sure, my pregnancy was especially a bit challenging and I pretty much felt as if I swallowed, like, a whole building when I was pregnant with him (the kid weighed 4,3kg at birth)… but it was totes worth it! For his birthday, this year, I knew I was going to do a cake smash photo shoot with Michelle of Cutepix, because as you may know, this is what I do for my children’s first birthday celebrations. (See Kari’s shoot here and Jonah’s shoot here) I mean, I just can’t bring myself to…

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    Jonah’s first birthday nautical cake smash photo shoot

    May 25, 2018 /

    Learning that I was pregnant with our Jo came as a huge surprise. Let’s just say he was the sweetest surprise, out of all our surprises (another post, for another day). So when it came to celebrating his first birthday, I knew without a doubt that I needed to do a cake smash session with Michelle of Cutepix. Do you guys remember that Michelle took Jo’s newborn pics and Kari’s carnival themed cake smash? Anyways, I chatted to Michelle about having a first birthday nautical cake smash session and was THRILLED to hear that she still sources and makes all the props for the shoot AND she makes the cake.…

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    Our newborn photo shoot with Cutepix Photography

    June 13, 2017 /

    Remember how much I bragged about Michelle over at Cutepix Photography? Well, the proof is in the pudding and this post right here is the pudding, ladies and gentleman. Well, MY pudding, to be exact… look at that face! I was so chuffed to be able to plan Jonah’s newborn photo shoot with Michelle. After seeing the amazing way she orchestrated Kari’s first birthday cake smash shoot, I knew that I would be pleased with Jo’s pics! I saw this shoot as a way to capture the beauty of our Jonah, fresh out of the oven. But it was also a way to celebrate his life and all the promise…

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    Hubstopher’s Game Show Birthday Party

    October 28, 2016 /

    As I had so mushingly shared the other day, my Hubstopher turned the ripe old age of 30 on the 4th of October. He’s not one for having a fuss made of him and I had to hear the “please babe, no parties!” mantra over and over again. But something had to be done! I agreed to no party though and instead, hosted a super rad Game Show Birthday Celebration! Why a game show, I hear you ask. Well, for starters, this guy of mine is pretty peculiar. He is very specific with the things that he finds interesting and everyone knows it. His range of obsessions includes tech stuff, soccer,…

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    #ECMeetUp: No talk, just pics

    September 28, 2016 /

    I know what you’re thinking: “Luchae, where are the #ECMeetUp pics?!!!” Alright, I’m going to need everyone to calm down. The pics are here, as promised. They were taken by our beautiful Miriam Maulana of New Kid on the Block Photography and she will vouch that great things take time! As we end off this amazing blogging year (I know that we’re still in September… give me this moment to be dramatic, for the love pete!) we’d just like to say, once again, that it’s been awsome hanging out with you guys. Our group of EC bloggers is steadily growing and we are most def seeing more love from brands and businesses. PE…

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    #ECMeetUp: We came, we saw, we ate mini cupcakes

    September 19, 2016 /

    Our 2nd #ECMeetUp for 2016 (lovingly referred to as “the mini meet”) took place this past Saturday at The Athenaeum. We called it a mini meet because we weren’t up to pulling off another massive meet, with all the frills and bows, as per the last time. In our heads (well, in Elles head and in my spreadsheet brain) we planned a small get together, with little brand involvement. But our friends over at Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism decided to blow our minds and we ended up having a semi-mini-meet of sorts that resembled a regular major meet!

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    #ECMeetUp 2016 Photos

    May 19, 2016 /

    Hello. My name is Luchae and I am tired. Well, besides for the fact that my body still needs to rest after fighting that crazy throat infection; my babe is teething (it’s the back teeth and she is so not happy) and it seems that everyone and their dog has decided to take leave at work. Because of that and many other factors, I’ve chosen not to bore you with the extreme details of what I’d give to get a good night’s sleep right now. Instead, let me show you the wonderful #ECMeetUp 2016 photos taken at our recent get togetehr by the very talented Mo Firefly Photography. Elle has posted a…

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    How to pose for pictures: 8 photo hacks!

    November 20, 2015 /

    It’s the most wonderful time of the year! It’s also the most photographed time of the year, if you know what I mean. The weather permits us to wear less and festivities encourages us to take more photos, and I’m just over here like “aaack, somebody stand in front of me!” Are you that person? Do you know how to pose for pictures? Or do you mentally cringe when you see a camera and tell yourself to  “get ready to suck it all in and smile!” Well, today I come with glad tidings of great joy, my friends! My endless watching of Tyra Banks and America’s Next Top Model has…

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It's the audacity for me. Sometimes I just want to monologue about how I felt when I fell off my bike when I was 12 years old and, honestly, all I'm asking for is an enthralled audience. But, I mean, clearly that is too much to ask for 🙄🙄🙄

(He says he listening but it's eye contact or bust) 

(I actually gave him a 15 minute snooze break until the second half of my monologue begins. I know, I'm like, SUCH, a good wife. #thoughtful #humble)

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It's the audacity for me. Sometimes I just want to monologue about how I felt when I fell off my bike when I was 12 years old and, honestly, all I'm asking for is an enthralled audience. But, I mean, clearly that is too much to ask for 🙄🙄🙄 (He says he listening but it's eye contact or bust) (I actually gave him a 15 minute snooze break until the second half of my monologue begins. I know, I'm like, SUCH, a good wife. #thoughtful #humble) #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger #wife4life
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A Barbie that is a mermaid that is a color reveal doll?! Where have you been all my life??!! 😭

Excuse the drama, guys, but I've only ever had a very standard Barbie doll and here my child is, living her best life with some of the coolest Barbie dolls I've ever seen! Yes, yes I'm living my childhood vicariously through her. 😅😅

Some deets about these dolls:
Barbie & Chelsea Color Reveal dolls promises all kinds of delight.  Reveal the Rainbow Mermaid Series with Original Color Reveal Innovation!

Remove your mermaid doll from the packaging and place her in the tube with warm water.  Watch as the magic takes effect, and reveal the look.

Who wouldn't want one of these?! I mean, I do. Don't you? 😅😢

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A Barbie that is a mermaid that is a color reveal doll?! Where have you been all my life??!! 😭 Excuse the drama, guys, but I've only ever had a very standard Barbie doll and here my child is, living her best life with some of the coolest Barbie dolls I've ever seen! Yes, yes I'm living my childhood vicariously through her. 😅😅 Some deets about these dolls: Barbie & Chelsea Color Reveal dolls promises all kinds of delight.  Reveal the Rainbow Mermaid Series with Original Color Reveal Innovation! Remove your mermaid doll from the packaging and place her in the tube with warm water.  Watch as the magic takes effect, and reveal the look. Who wouldn't want one of these?! I mean, I do. Don't you? 😅😢 Collab @Barbie @brandalleypr #BarbieSA #BarbieColorReveal #BarbieColorRevealMermaid #BarbieChelseaColorReveal #BarbieChelseaColorRevealMermaid #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger
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So what is your take on hand-me-down clothing?

Me, I'ma fan 😁 In fact, my son will soon be wearing a jersey that has warmed the arms of two uncles, two nephews and his older brother!

The trick to it, though, is investing in quality pieces that can stand the test of time (and by “test of time” I do mean my boisterous sons and their wild ways). 

Even though I’m quite frugal, I always try to invest a bit more in jackets and shoes. Knowing that someone else (or a couple of someone else’s) will get a wear out of it too definitely influences my purchase process.

One of the brands that I “invest” in, for my kids, is Converse. I mean, besides for us being part of the #ChuckTaylorGang (we invited ourselves 😂), I also am totally obsessed with my Chucks and I obviously can’t resist decking my kids out in Converse drip too.

But, besides for that… Converse is classic… our Chucks are timeless and even though it may be worn-in already, that kinda just adds to the vibe.

So yes, there are a couple of pairs of Chucks that have been passed down from one kid to another. And  I’m so pumped that we added the Converse X Peanuts Chucks to our “collection” too (let’s ma call it a collection, shall we 😂😢)?

For the Converse X Peanuts collab, Converse teams up with the iconic comic strip, Peanuts. Cool right?! This limited-edition Chuck Taylor All Star design features Charlie Brown, Snoopy and all the characters you know and love on the classic canvas.
 
Rookie USA is the ultimate spot if you’re into Converse (they also stock Nike, Crayola, Jordan’s and others). They are a once stop shop for all the coolest drip for your kids! 

BTW don't forget to enter our Rookie USA giveaway! Giveaway closes on 30 June. You’ll find the details somewhere on my grid. 

Do you do hand-me-downs? Or nah?

Collab @rookieusa.za @converse.za @conversekids #chucktaylorgang #converseXpeanuts #converseza 
#myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger
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So what is your take on hand-me-down clothing? Me, I'ma fan 😁 In fact, my son will soon be wearing a jersey that has warmed the arms of two uncles, two nephews and his older brother! The trick to it, though, is investing in quality pieces that can stand the test of time (and by “test of time” I do mean my boisterous sons and their wild ways). Even though I’m quite frugal, I always try to invest a bit more in jackets and shoes. Knowing that someone else (or a couple of someone else’s) will get a wear out of it too definitely influences my purchase process. One of the brands that I “invest” in, for my kids, is Converse. I mean, besides for us being part of the #ChuckTaylorGang (we invited ourselves 😂), I also am totally obsessed with my Chucks and I obviously can’t resist decking my kids out in Converse drip too. But, besides for that… Converse is classic… our Chucks are timeless and even though it may be worn-in already, that kinda just adds to the vibe. So yes, there are a couple of pairs of Chucks that have been passed down from one kid to another. And I’m so pumped that we added the Converse X Peanuts Chucks to our “collection” too (let’s ma call it a collection, shall we 😂😢)? For the Converse X Peanuts collab, Converse teams up with the iconic comic strip, Peanuts. Cool right?! This limited-edition Chuck Taylor All Star design features Charlie Brown, Snoopy and all the characters you know and love on the classic canvas. Rookie USA is the ultimate spot if you’re into Converse (they also stock Nike, Crayola, Jordan’s and others). They are a once stop shop for all the coolest drip for your kids! BTW don't forget to enter our Rookie USA giveaway! Giveaway closes on 30 June. You’ll find the details somewhere on my grid. Do you do hand-me-downs? Or nah? Collab @rookieusa.za @converse.za @conversekids #chucktaylorgang #converseXpeanuts #converseza #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger
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How rad is the Converse X Peanuts collab?! Converse teams up with the iconic comic strip to bring some lighthearted positivity to the world. 

This limited-edition Chuck Taylor All Star design features Charlie Brown, Snoopy and all the characters you know in love on the classic canvas. 

BTW don't forget to enter our Rookie USA giveaway! Giveaway closes on 30 June.
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How rad is the Converse X Peanuts collab?! Converse teams up with the iconic comic strip to bring some lighthearted positivity to the world. This limited-edition Chuck Taylor All Star design features Charlie Brown, Snoopy and all the characters you know in love on the classic canvas. BTW don't forget to enter our Rookie USA giveaway! Giveaway closes on 30 June.
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Are you ditching the mask?

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Potty training season has always stressed me out because pee and poop on my carpet is not a vibe. 

And then earlier this week, a couple of clever moms were telling me that they don't potty train their kids. They simply wait until the kid starts asking to use the loo OR until the child actually shows signs that they are ready to use the loo. And honestly my response was 🤯. I wish I tried this 4 babies ago!

If youve successfully potty-trained your toddler without actually potty-training them, please drop some wisdom in the comments section below. 

#myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger #bloggingmom #mommydiary #mommybrain #southafricanblog #southafricankidsreview #samoms #portelizabethblog #easterncapeblog #pemomblog #saparentingblog #samomblog
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Potty training season has always stressed me out because pee and poop on my carpet is not a vibe. And then earlier this week, a couple of clever moms were telling me that they don't potty train their kids. They simply wait until the kid starts asking to use the loo OR until the child actually shows signs that they are ready to use the loo. And honestly my response was 🤯. I wish I tried this 4 babies ago! If youve successfully potty-trained your toddler without actually potty-training them, please drop some wisdom in the comments section below. #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger #bloggingmom #mommydiary #mommybrain #southafricanblog #southafricankidsreview #samoms #portelizabethblog #easterncapeblog #pemomblog #saparentingblog #samomblog
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Sussie showing off her @converse.za @rookieusa.za drip. 

(Disclaimer: I was never this cool and I honestly don't know how my (very nerdy) husband and I created such cool kids. Can you relate? 😅😂)

Collab #converseza #rookieusa #chucktaylorgang #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger #bloggingmom #mommydiary #mommybrain #southafricanblog #southafricankidsreview #samoms #portelizabethblog #easterncapeblog #pemomblog #saparentingblog #samomblog
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Sussie showing off her @converse.za @rookieusa.za drip. (Disclaimer: I was never this cool and I honestly don't know how my (very nerdy) husband and I created such cool kids. Can you relate? 😅😂) Collab #converseza #rookieusa #chucktaylorgang #myspreadsheetbrain #mommymetime #momliferules #mommyblogs #mommybloggersa #sabloggers #samommyblogger #southafricanblog #portelizabethblogger #ecblogger #bloggingmom #mommydiary #mommybrain #southafricanblog #southafricankidsreview #samoms #portelizabethblog #easterncapeblog #pemomblog #saparentingblog #samomblog
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