Hi my little loves!

I'm back! I know I know, WHAT A HYPOCRITE- they all say under their breathe!

Are you shocked or is it just me? Allegedly, I made a statement months back that I was taking a leave of absence from SubStack. Since said step back, I’ve yearned for a creative outlet I can spill my guts onto without judgement! That’s hard to come by these days. Also, I didn’t love the direction of my last column (I feel SO CHIC calling it a column). To everyone’s surprise, my life doesn’t actually revolve around fashion (audible gasp!). I love it, of course, but man there is so much more to (my) life than what I put on this silly little body of mine so I wanted to start sharing that side a wee bit more.

MY VOW TO YOU

I promise to meet you in your inbox once per week on Fridays. It’s the happiest day of the week in my humble opinion so that’s why I chose that day! Also, because Mateo is at his dad’s house every Thursday afternoon so it gives me time to sit down and gather my thoughts. Since this isn’t just a fashion column, what can you, as the reader, expect from this corner of the internet? My hope is to share with you all of the things that bring me joy in life! There is a wide range of options that fall within that category so who knows what you’ll see! But it’ll be fun!

OK! Now that’s settled, LET’S GET INTO IT

FASHION FASHION FASHION

I’m putting this paragraph at the top because it’s not lost on me that most of you are here for this & who am I to deprive you of your own desires! I haven’t shopped in what felt like ages so it was fun to make a few online purchases! Does anyone ever really shop in January/February? ewww

This shirt makes me gig every time I see it! I bought it to wear as a swimsuit coverup because HOW FUN IS THAT !

I bought this cutie little tee because it reminds me of my dad & how silly it is that I am from Alabama with deep Southern roots. I once did one of those DNA test & the results make me laugh every time I think of it. In short, it said, girl you are WHITE that’s it. Like, we can’t find a tie to any place other than Alabama, we’re so sorry. Why did 23 & me insist on burning me like that??? My biggest upset in life is that I’m not ethnically diverse. That’s also why I would never date a white guy (no offense)! I have to add some color to this lineage. I take this role very seriously!

A bag couldn’t be more Summer if it tried!

Lastly, I’m a dirty little whore for a little white dress. It instantly makes me feel hot and feeling hot is hot.

NON FASHION RELATED LOVE LOVE LOVES

I rate the things I love by the love point system as I like to call it. One love means “Ooo it’s caught my attention”, Two loves means “Oh wow that is something alright” but three loves is the ultimate perfect score. Here is a quick list of three love things in no perfect order:

THE THREE LOVES BREAKFAST

It’s the ultimate breakfast experience! I like to start my day with something yummy but also reasonably healthy because it makes me feel good. I also love consistency with my food. I like to eat the same things everyday during the week. Also, everyone should find an egg lady near you. I have an egg lady (whom is lovingly saved in my phone as egg lady) where I purchase fresh eggs, homemade bread (seen here!) and honey from and it’s a highlight of my day everyday. Love you egg lady!

THE THREE LOVES EXPERIENCE

It’s no surprise to anyone that I love moving my body but I am a downright dirty ass ho for a group fitness class. My god the joy it brings me! So recently, I joined class pass (not sponsored btw!!!) and I’m way too into it. It’s all I talk about now & how late am I to the party which is v chic though may I add. It’s most certainly not the most cost effective way to fitness but I love that I can try new classes every week. So far I’ve tried, Barry’s (4 stars), Two local HIIT Classes (3 stars), SolidCore (5 stars), Hot Pilates at Sweat Ext (5 stars) and next week I’m signed up to try Pvolve which is apparently has something to do with Jennifer Anniston and dancing?? Idk nor do I care but I’m excited! I’ll let you know how it goes!

Here’s little ole’ me sweating my ass off in hot pilates beaming from ear to ear !

ULTIMATE THREE LOVES

Lastly, UGH being a mother is just the most fun, greatest thing I could ever experience in my life. Five is such a fun age! I’ve been planning all of his little Summer camps he will be attending and I’m so excited for him! I’ve spent WAY too much time planning each week making sure we hit all of the camps I know he will love and all of the ones I know will be good for him! He’s a shy guy so some will be stretching him outside of his comfort zone but stretching is good! I never went to Summer camp as a kid, me & my siblings stayed at home and played outside for hours on end. I want him to have that experience too one day but for now, we’re taking the lady gaga approach. Camp, Camp, another camp, No sleep!

EMMY’S ADVICE COLUMN

I’m often asked for advice when it comes to divorce and relationships for the obvious reasons (I got divorced a little over 2 years ago for those who are new). I feel so honored that anyone would come to me and ask for advice on this because I know how deeply painful and vulnerable it is to be in this spot. I had this saying during the first few months of divorce that helped me so much. I stole it from my favorite book & thought about it daily. “Attack the day before it attacks you.” Meaning, get up and out of bed with a plan, especially on the days your child might be at the other parents house for the day/weekend if that’s your situation or even if you are in the beginning/hard stages of divorce. I made a plan every day to get myself out of bed, move my body, see friends, call my mom or sister, go for long walks and do something I love. It’s not to say that staying busy and avoiding the pain is the answer because there are times you need to allow your body to grieve. I’m talking about making space for both of these things! Journaling helped a ton along with seeing a counselor whom now I want to kiss on the mouth because I love her so much. Routine & consistency will get you out of a dark spot if you allow it too- I promise!

My favorite movie is Runaway Bride so obviously, I’m a huge time lover for an advice column! If you want or need advice (on anything), respond back to this email and I’ll choose a few each week and share my responses here.

OK! Honestly- I could keep yapping for hours but you guys have things to do & I need to 1. Shower 2. Pick up my house a little 3. Go pick up my angel baby from school.

Have the best weekend & know I love you so much!

Also- I didn’t proofread (who knew that was one word??) any of this & that’s ok!

Cheers!

Emmy