Seeing the way God uses color in his creation inspires my art and gives me a clearer view of His love for me and you. I'm inspired by the sparks of emotion I feel when I see color, and I hope you feel those sparks when you view my work.
β€” Lindsay Wilkins


17 weeks + a Pink Blush Maternity giveaway!


earrings:: truche
lace bottom tank:: 
floral tee:: c/o pink blush maternity
cargo skinnies:: zara
feather ring:: ue jewelry
flats:: rocket dog







The fun part about blogging is that I can go back to my 17 week bump post in February 2012 and see what my Silas bump look like compared to my pregnancy with this babe. I was actually really surprised to see that my belly isn't all that much bigger now than it was then.

I also wrote about having caught a nasty cold that week, and this week, I'm struggling through one again. I lost my voice on Sunday (I was determined to sing those hymns on Easter Sunday and wasn't going to be silent during our Easter lunch with friends!) and I've been feeling just a teeny bit miserable at night when I'm trying to sleep.

But otherwise, I'm quite surprised at how great I feel. Seems to me that being pregnant the first time around was way more dramatic. Every ache and pain was a little bit monumental. Lately, there are moments when I even forget that I'm pregnant, until I feel those tiny flicks or have to pee for the 12th time in an hour. Or when I go to get dressed and woah there, my body is way different (again).

Even though I've pinned a ton of maternity outfit inspiration with flowy dresses and tops, I think I'll always veer towards wearing things that hug my baby belly. The cut of this black floral top from Pink Blush Maternity is pretty close to perfect in my opinion. Between the deep scoop neckline, the 3/4 sleeves and the long length of the hem, it couldn't feel more flattering. I've been wearing it non-stop lately and it's seriously a perfect top for the warming spring weather.

I'm teaming up with Pink Blush today to bring you a giveaway! If you're expecting a babe of your own, or want to bless someone who is with a $40 gift card-- this is your chance! Pink Blush offers pages of trendy maternity clothes-- from flowy peasant tops, comfy cardigans, and of course, the perfect scoop neck 3/4 sleeve tee.

Use the RaffleCopter widget below to enter! Contest ends next Tuesday, April 29th and winner will be emailed directly. Mandatory entry is to leave a comment below telling us how you keep yourself feeling great-- pregnant or not!




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things.

paper, wood, and paint (and my high hopes for them).