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Before yesterday, I was convinced that the most horrible experience of my life was the night that I drove 17 hours straight through the mountains of Wyoming, overdosed on 5-Hour Energy and un-overdosed myself into a grocery bag on the side of the highway at 4am. Then yesterday happened. That dreaded shots appointment, where my baby - chubby, pink and cooing - lay naked on the padded exam bed, fiercely grabbing my hand while nurses, on the count of three, simultaneously stabbed two needles right into my heart. And he screamed until his lips turned blue.
Before he was born, if you had told me that I would cry at this appointment I would have said, "You crazy girl. I don't cry at anything. Ever. These tear ducts are dry old Scrooges. I laugh in the face of tiny baby legs and big needles." Just kidding. I would have believed you. And it turns out I'm just as wimpy as I always thought I was. As soon as the nurses were safely out of the room, Everett and I cry-babied it up together for a few minutes. And then we went home and praised the creator of infant Tylenol.
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181 comments:
Perfect skirt! Loving the color- you look great!
xo.Britt
www.themagnoliapair.com
the skirt is absolutely beautiful!! love the combinations! :)) and oh poor everett. atleast he'll forget all about it.
-jocee <3
you look lovely!!
Love the outfit, so adorable!!!
xoxo
Petchie
http://itsallofthelittlethings.blogspot.com/
I love that skirt. Is it a new purchase?
~Heather
Just wait. Wait till he's running and falls down on the sidewalk. Or trips at school. Or gets his feelings hurt. Your mom heart will always hurt with him. It's good though. It's beautiful. The way the Lord intended. Because, we, as moms, can make every bit of these things better. And that is a WONDERFUL feeling!
Great outfit! As always!
I got my daughter's second round of shot yesterday and she hasn't cried at all at either appointment but she wailed all afternoon and woke up about 9 time yesterday... it's a sad process for sure. You, however, look lovely.
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First, that skirt is amazing. Second, I would have been shocked if you hadn't cried. Awful, AWFUL shots!
Rebecca (hearts)...
You will probably tear up a little at each and every one of those appointments! I still have to hold it in when my 6 year old gets shots!
Love the skirt and the glasses!
xoxo
Kristi
I too, cried. (more than he did) now that he's older, he knows what's coming and its even worse. :-/ just another milestone in the life of a new mommy! Thank goodness they wont remember it!
Poor little thing! I'm sure its so hard to go through that! At least you look adorable - hey, there's always a bright side...right?
xx Ashleigh
www.ashflynn.blogspot.com
You look so gorgeous! Love the skirt!
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Don't worry, I would have cried too. poor baby :(
my pediatrician always told me to give my baby tylenol about 15-30 mins before the shots.. it makes them less painful. He said, "it is the kinder thing to do." I think it semi-worked because my daughter always took the shots pretty ok.. either that or she's got a high pain tolerance. I feel your pain mama... i think secretly those shots hurt us 'moms' more. : (
PS: you look great!
Awe! I remember when my baby got the heel prick at the birth center when she was only hours old. I sobbed. I felt like my heart was being ripped out!!
What a lovely color scheme! Perfect accessorizing!
Cess O. <3 The Outfit Diaries
Obsessed! anddd your hair is looking great these days! YOU are looking great these days after baby! good for you xxo
Oh no :( Poor Everett + poor mommy! I love that outfit. I never think to wear a sweater buttoned up like that! Thanks for the idea ♥
I know exactly what you mean when you said, "two needles right into my heart." Perfect way to put it. I hate those appointments too. Give that little guy an extra hug for me
Shots suck.
Those first shots are the worst. I'm a pediatric nurse and give shots everyday. One thing that I have found works is holding your baby chest to chest, tucking in their hands (very important), so they never see the nurse and they're immediately in the cuddle position. Their legs are looser in froggy-style because they can't kick so it goes faster. Get all the paperwork done and get packed up beforehand so you can just hold him afterwards. Good luck with the four month shots!
you look gorgeous and i was the same way when i took my baby for his first shots. no worries. :)
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aw! That sounds terrible! I think almost very mom on the face of the earth gets a little emotional during their baby's(ies) appointments!
Good job mom!
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I have to laugh at the doctor appointments to keep from crying uncrontrolably- I'm sure the nurses think I'm nutz!
Funny story but not funny times. I'll be there one day, but right now I can only imagine *sad face*
Style in the City
You look absolutely gorgeous, lady!! But aren't you freezing??? ;)
~Mel
this is your cutest outfit yet!
dang, i was hoping for a side shot of the shoes. :) Is that tri-color I see?
Sorry about the shots. AS a nurse, I would HOPE I could be tough at that appointment...but it's unlikely.
Oh I feel your pain! I somehow managed to miss the first several shot appointments. I finally took my daughter for her 12month shots and I really did almost cry right there in the room. It was super awkward because the nurse probably thought I would've been over it by then. Oy ve.
Awww poor everett. I think every mom cries at their babies shot appointments. Not that I know first hand, just going off friends and family experiences!
I live that skirt. Colour, style, length, everything!!!
Ooh, super cute, love this outfit in particular! Great skirt!
Awe. Too sweet. That can't be a fun appt:(
Cute outfit. That's something I can put together in my own closet to wear to work. Thanks for the inspiration!
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NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
tylenol given after a vaccine increases the chances of autism by 600%!!!!
please google it.
awhhhh such a cute post! and you look fab!
xxx,
Fashion Fractions
Oh No! I have to go to this appointment with my baby boy on Thursday. I am already mortified.
sydney you are SO SKINNY. you look fantastic.
it is the worst feeling seeing your child poked with needles. and i'm sorry to say it doesn't get easier as they get older! darn huh?
isn't it the most terrible, awful, excrutiating thing in the whole, wide, world? i hated it.
but you look splendid! i was in anthropologie yesterday and came THIS close to buying a skirt {on sale} that resembles the one you're wearing here. now i'm kicking myself for not buying it!
Gorgeous!
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after reading this post, i asked my mom, "was it the most horrible experience when we got shot as babies?" and her reply was something like, "yes, it's awful, the little baby doesn't even expect it and then they get stabbed and you want to die and then your whole day is ruined and you go home thinking the world is so cruel and i don't want to talk about it anymore".
Poor baby Everett! But I LOVE this outfit!!
Love your outfit! I am so not looking forward to that appointment with my little man at the end of this month :(
Aw, that doctor appointment sounds really tough :( On a more positive note, just wanted to say that I really love how you rock that leopard print belt with pretty much everything! It's so neat that you're using an animal print as a neutral - very inspiring :)
love that skirt!
and baby shots are horrible. the worst part is that they are usually happy slobbery things moments before the stick. then they look at you like, what is going on!!! it hurts my heart to remember! it will be ok!!!!!
gorgeous girlie!
I cry when I get shots haha. Hopefully husband will be able to take our baby to the doctor when that day comes.
poor mama! atleast ya looked good doing, i'm sure!
xo the egg out west.
I feel your pain! I went with my brother to his appointment and it was the hardest thing to watch, I got so mad at the nurse. I love that skirt! :)
xoxo, Jjanga
www.sayhelloandsmile.blogspot.com
I can imagine how that can be a hard thing to witness as a mom... I wonder how my mom acted when I had to get that ton of obligated vaccines as a baby.
Oh, and I NEED that skirt! yes, I neeeeeed it! x
:[ I would hate watching that! I think every mama would.
xo.
http://alwaysamrsforeverakidd.blogspot.com
The things that love does to ya! so cute thought, now he won't get sick!
love this whole look by the way!
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Love this outfit, so easy and comfortable! PS. The outfits you pulled for Valentine's day, spot on, espeically that LBD number!
-Samantha
www.thebrunetteone.com
I want that skirt!!
Sydney - I have been meaning to tell you (for quite some time) how much I'm enjoying your Momified posts. :) I have two little guys (4 and 1) and so many of your stories transport me back to those amazing/scary days as a new mom. So thank you for that.
And yes - I SOBBED when my little guy got his shots. Every time. And uh....still want to? I have gotten a little tougher...but not much. Last Thursday we were in for both little guys...4 shots for the oldest, 3 for the youngest and both of them wailing away, one on each knee. I'd be lying if I didn't admit that a few tears escaped. :)
ps. What the heck regarding comments on your Washingtonian post??? So easy to be a hater, I guess. Will leave a comment of support when I get a sec.
Pretty soon the baby will start recognizing the nurse and break out into tears before she even touches him with that blasted needle! :(
Love that outfit, you look awesome!
baby shots=worst.experience.EVER!!
Yeah, I agree with Shana about the hater comments on the Washingtonian. I just put everyone in line too, don't you worry. We've got your back!
You look fabulous! And I am dreading the day when we have to get little Luke's shots. It just meant more cuddle time for you and the little one that day, right?
♥Abbey
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You are so very gorgeous! Love the look! So sad for your lil' one and for you! I would be crying, too!
Char xo
www.itsacharmlife.blogspot.com
...brrrr.. my baby and I have a similar appointment with two needles this thursday! I'm scared now..
very cute story :)
As I'm sure you can probably tell from the comments, you are not alone in crying at shot appointments!! I started crying as soon as the nurse walked in the room with the needles! My husband looked at me like I was a freak but when she actually gave the shots and Hunter started crying, hubby scooped him up so fast I barely had time to process the whole thing!! It gets better but it will always break your heart when he cries from pain.
P.s. I am totally in love with your blog! Im a stay at home momma and get stuck in the sweatpants and tshirt ruts but your blog has definitely helped pull me out of them :)
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I hate watching my baby get shots! It's just the worst! Just remember its better than dealing with sick baby in long run!
www.Alwayssaygrace.com
Totally understand this! I was the same way. When my daughter was only 7 days old and have to have her heel pricked, I walked out of there cursing that nurse!! One thing that really helped with shots is immediately nursing after they get the shot. It obviously calms them down and works for you too! My daughter's doctor's office was always really good about letting us sit there and nurse when they left for as long as we needed.
Girl, please. I think that is completely normal. If it makes you feel better, I cried when they trimmed my dog's nail too short and she whined when it started bleeding.
Yea, I'm that crazy dog-mom.
I've got no hope when it comes to my flesh and blood babies crying.
love love love your outfit.
lol, poor wee everett.
aw yeah that's a tough situation
i would have cried too
ohhh, that skirt ... so lovely!!
jess
www.jesscauseblog.blogspot.com
Poor everett. All my friends with kids have gone through this, they sob like babies and then tweet about putting an hit out on the nurse! Very lovely outfit!
poor little guy ... and poor momma!
this outfit is great, btw! i really love that skirt and how you paired it with a simple grey top. and of course those heels are amazeballs.
loving his outfit!! and poor little everett :(
oh your poor little one! i'm sure that is the worst feeling...seeing someone hurt your little one. cute outfits though! you are beautiful.
ohhhhhh.my.gosh.
gorgeousness OVERLOAD.<3 i love love love the outfitt!!!
What a lovely skirt!
Oh that skirt is so lovely and feminine. I must have one of these for summer time! And i'm with you on the shots girl--I was in BYU-Idaho's nursing program and had to give little newborns their hep B shots in the hospital and I was totally fine with it. But when those nurses come at my little guy with those things I can't help but get choked up. It's for the best tho!--at least that's what I tell myself :)
Okay, so this has to be my favorite outfit I have seen on you Syd! The skirt is fabulous!!!!!! You Look Gawgeous!
Same. No idea I'd have a hard time with shots...
Aww poor little guy!!
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If all else fails, hair modeling is your calling ;) Hehe! Jokes aside, it looks extra ah-mazing today...as if that was possible.
PS. I have a feeling my frozen heart will melt as quickly as yours when I have a little one.
xx
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Shots are the worst, I always cry with them. My doctors office always encouraged me to nurse the boys after their shots to calm them down. It always did the trick.
Poor baby. :( Such a sad day for everyone. We do tylenol 30 min before the appt and it makes a difference. Also, ask your pediatrician for some lidocaine to rub on his leg to help reduce the pain! :)
That skirt is so killer - and your ahir looks great mami!
Patty
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Aww! poor kid!
Love this outfit!!
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Another Amazing Outfit Sydney!! You're so beautiful!
Your hair is GORGEOUS!!
And it doesn't get any easier...I cry every time
adorable as usual, love the skirt! I just went through the same thing last week at my little one's two month checkup. As the doctor left the room he told me I would probably cry more than baby and that she would be fine, but somehow that didn't make it any better. :( Baby tylenol is the best!
You look beautiful.
http://shannonhearts.blogspot.com
I am so sorry to here about Baby Everett tears :( But, I do love those shoes and would love to see a side shot!
LOVE the valentine's day looks. so chic & festive.
teri
www.bockting.blogspot.com
Love the skirt and shoes!
www.wayoutsidelookingin.blogspot.com
looking gorg, sydney!!! Im with ya on the shot terror. I have my second baby boy and am a nurse and it still kills me, especially when they give you that look of what just happened and why didn't you prevent it momma?!!!
oh and your hair is looking beautiful, tutorial please or give us some hints to the coloring, i can never get mine right!!!
xoxo
maria
awwww! its so awful they have to go through that. so tough to watch too!
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Kenzie
Pretty woman ! You look si adorable in this romantic styled look ! Xx nadine www.ballerinasbun.blogspot.com
You look adorable! Love the glasses. Mixes it up a bit!!
I don't have kids but when I go with my sister to take hers, I almost cry! I don't know what I'm gonna do when I have my own!!
Kirsten
travandkirk.blogspot.com
you look adorable!!!
I love that skirt!
You look fabulous!
Adin B
The pleated skirt is lovely.
Every time I read about your "mommy moments", my heart melts. I'm not there yet but those experiences are priceless.
Love your pleated skirt. I need to get one, esp for work.
Tiffany
http://shoeschampagne.blogspot.com
OH MY WORD, YOU ARE THE CUTEST!
Also, baby shots sound like no fun at all. Thankfully that's over with for now!
Katie
Your outfit is adorable! Love everything about it; and the sad story about Everett and you almost made me get teary eyed. Hope mom and him are doing better!
Aww poor little Everett, but on a positive note, you look stunning dear!
XO,
Erin
http://erinscurrentlycoveting.blogspot.com/
first of all, you hair is super fabulous in that second shot. great wind hair.
second, i'm a cry baby when it comes to myself getting shots. i can only imagine my future babies getting shots. i'll be 500x worse!
third, your valentines looks are fabulous as ever!!
xo TJ
Aaah poor Everett AND poor you! Hope you and the little man are ok now!
You look stunning girl!
Poor lil Everett! I also cried at all of my kids shot appointments, so I completly understand! You look beautiful! I love the outfit!
Syd, I'm pretty sure most EVERY new mama finds herself having a sob-fest over the evil shots appointment. It is so funny that you posted this today because just yesterday my sister called me to tell me about my niece's shots appointment and the SAME thing happened to her. I can't believe how big Everett is getting. Also, LOVED your V-day looks! So fresh and just gaww-geous :)
-Janell
My little guy didn't cry his first shot appointment...nope he left the big crying scene up to me! Now he is 19 months and just walking into the doctors office he crumbles to the ground and out come the biggest saddest alligator tears!! I like to give him Tylenol before and take a hot shower after.....now that he is little older a litter ice cream (for both of us) works magic!!
hoorah! She is wearing skirts again
oh that is the worst...just wait until they are a little older and they look at you for help...yikes.
p.s. you look fantastic!
Definitely just experienced the baby-shot action this past week, for the 1st time. We're spacing them out, so little man only got one shot. He did great...until about 5 hours later. Then it hit him hard. So so so sad. Hooray hooray for baby pain relief! xoxo
Okay, first let me tell you that you are not alone. I cried my eyes out- and if you know me, you'll know that I have what they call an "ugly cry" where it.. well.. it isn't pretty. My son had Jaundice when he was first born and it lasted 2 months after he was born, so we had to take him into the hospital to get his little heels pricked every week. They would poke his little heel and then squeeze blood out- I cried every time and it was terrible. The best thing you can do is just be there for your little E, which it sounds like you already are. You're a wonderful momma just keep being awesome!
-Kendall
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You look great, but that sounds heartbreaking :(
Alex
www.wonderful-wreaths.blogspot.com
My Doctor lets me hold my baby when she gets her shots. So much more comforting for the baby and for the Momma!!!!!!!!! Ask to try it next time.!!!!!
When my son had his first baby shots I had to leavethe room, so there...
I'm the same way with my DOG! I bawled my eyes out when we had to take him to the ER and hear him in the back yelping when they put thermometer in him ... And it tears me up to take him in for shots! Haha. But it's all in the best interest for your babe!
PS - Love the V-Day looks, I may have to go shopping for some of those pieces!
- Kellie
Your hair is beautiful! I cannot wait to go shopping for a new valentine outfit - thanks!
Even though I'm not a mommy, I can totally understand you!
You look stunning on these photos btw
X Mandy (MENNEPEN)
http://mandykoster.blogspot.com
I love your pleated skirt--so fun and pretty!:)
*I just had my daughter's 2-month/THREE shot appointment today and had the same reaction - I never thought I'd break down, but seeing a part of you scream sounds you've never heard is crushing!
xx
Hot mummy! Bet you're glad that appointment's out of the way now :) You look amazing today and I love the looks over on the other page too.x
You look fabulous! I'm so sorry about how awful the sad shot experience was! That's terrible! :( poor little guy and poor mommy!
Natalie
www.projectdowhatyoulove.wordpress.com
can u do a tutorial on how to get your hair to look like that?? :)
xx
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I love the cardigan tucked into your high-waisted skirt! Thanks for the inspiration.
-Melina
The Caffeinated Closet
When my son got his first shots I had no idea I would react like that either! It felt like someone ripped out my heart! I felt so silly for having to hold back tears. Good to know I'm not the only one!
I want your hair! And that skirt!! I dislike well baby check ups, I cry too...like for an hour, even after he had forgotten he got shots.
xo
Nicole
Yeah - shots suck. I cried even at the last round, when they were school aged, and screaming :(
Love the v-tines looks you put together :) It gives me some nice inspiration for my pieces for date night!!!
I woulda cried too, just the thought of it freaks me out. Ah, the joys of mommmy-hood!
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This is such a beautiful, charming look Sydney! But weren't you freezing?
xoxo
www.natashafatah.blogspot.com
I don't know if anyone else has mentioned this, but if you give him Motrin or Tylenol about an hour before the appointment, it helps little one with the pain. The medicine is already in his system and he will sleep better afterwards.
Oh sweetie - my heart would be breaking for him too!!
Oh my goodness! You look SO good in this getup.
Def. jealous(:
-XO Abbigayle Rashae
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beautiful pleats1
Bises,
monkeyshines
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girl. virtual hug coming your way. hang in there!
You look gorgeous!
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Probably one of my favorite of your outfits. :) I totally cried when Ansley got shots too.
I.LOVE.THAT.OUTFIT.
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loooove the outfit!
You look so cute. xo, rv
http://aneclecticheap.blogspot.com/
what's worse is being the medical assistant who has to give the baby those shots. i hated it. needless to say i decided to not go into nursing or medical assisting.
:( I'm sorry about the shots! btw, your hair looks Ah-mah-zing in these pictures! you should update your tutorial!
Aww! It's a good thing Everett has a fabulous mommy!
I love your skirt!
Love the shoes - I'm on Aldo's site looking for them - could you post or send a link?
Great combination. The skirt is so beautiful.
Poor lil baby! I can't even imagine. On a lighter note, cute outfit!!
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You know you're a mother when reading your story about Everett's shots and remembering it first hand brings tears to your eyes all over again. Us momma's are very protective, someone hurts our babies and try hurt us too :(
So obsessed with this entire outfit! And that sounds like it'd be such a sad and stressful moment :( glad it's over! xo
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Ugh. WHY SO FRIKKIN GORGEOUS SYD?!
That's AKA for I LOVE THEE OUTFIT. :)
Oh my goodness. 17 hours is a lot of driving.
Gorgeous outfit. Love the belt.
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If I could get my hair to behave like yours, I think I could die happy! (And those shoes- every time I think about finding a pair!)
I am in love with this outfit and most importantly it is in my budget as a college student! http://ablondemomentsdiary.blogspot.com/
You are so cute, sorry if this is weird, but the first thing I thought when I saw this outfit was, "I'm totally pinning this." Haha. Love you're blog! Hope your babe is doing much better!
Haley from Portland
Nice outfit!
I really love this outfit!!! And the Sweater is from target?? I want it! haha.
Sorry about poor little everett :(
Shots never get easier. baby O had his 2 month shots last week and we both cried. He's my 3rd little bittle and it still broke my heart. He was so sad and sickly for the next two days.
I hate shot days. :(
Hey Syd, I'm a dr, you did a wonderful thing getting his shots (IMO) and you both deserve a medal for bravery .. ouch!
Ronnie :)
love how you worn your cardigan as a top. very creative (:
♥ valour and lace
I love the leopard belt ... it seems to go with everything!
Beautiful outfit! Love it!
Kisses from Hong Kong,
Nicole
I can't believe you had a baby recently! You look amazing =)
Poor darlin'! I hope he's feeling better! And not so sore from shots!
I love this look! Tres chic! And a big hug for you for getting all teary. :)
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Always looking AH-MA-ZING! love every detail of the outfit, the front pockets in the sweater, the thin leopard belt, oh and I can continue.
Give kisses to E.
Oh, your poor little guy! At least you had the best hair day ever while you were crying your eyes out ;)
You loo stunning! I LOVE your hair
This is so pretty! :)
commonsenseandstilettos.blogspot.com
Seriously - you just had a baby - get out. You look amazing. honestly... ps. I love your vday looks. thanks! :)
I adore the Valentine's Day looks you put together. Really like the idea of mixing reds/oranges/pinks and then wearing a nude pump! Trying to recycle some items from my own closet for my Valentine's ensemble. (Because usually I just use EVERY holiday as an excuse for a new one...)
Thanks for the tips!
Dani
I cried too. then they messed up his circumcision. so I had to go back to the doc and have him grab it hard to stop the bleeding. I was SO sad. ps give tylenol before they go
My heart goes out to you and your little one, I would have balled my eyes out. I Love your skirt though and the Belt is amazing.
HauteStandards
Your. HAIR.
I'm loving the pleated skirts this year and yours looks fantastic!
That pleated skirt has been on my wishlist forever now. And this outfit only makes me want it more!!
Also, your boy is going to grow up tough and courageous.
Word.
xx
LOVE this outfit. :D So cute.
you're. so. pretty.
Poor little baby! :(
I hate needles. He was cooing prior...had no idea what was coming.
love
SO prec!
MEGAN LAND
xo
OMG you are ALWAYS beautiful:)))
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oh LOVE this outfit as well! i have a skirt similar and have only worn it once because i am having trouble thinking of ways to style it, but i love how you did it here, it looks wonderful!! and i love your glasses!
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