Cowboy

Well, that's another week almost over. We had a wonderful weekend. Jack attended his big cousins birthday party yesterday. Chips, cake, ice-cream and jelly to fuel all the playing. Boy, I wish I had half his energy. Today we took a trip down to the country, where Jack continued where he left off and played even more with his cousins.

I picked up this gorgeous wee vintage jumper in the Rusty Zip on Friday. I think it's total coolness. I made my husband drag this cute little bench through the field on our walk today (thanks, dearheart) for a little photo opp. My father-in-law has put the cattle out to graze for the summer, so we have to share the fields again. Check out the cow photo bomb! How mooschievous! No? Okay, ah-hem. I'll get my coat.

A Walk in the Park

Spring looked like it might have finally sprang earlier. False alarm. But the wee man and I did manage to fit in a lovely walk through the park this morning. We just made it back to the car before the rain started, again. Today he was wearing a vintage jumper from my old pal Kayleigh, a plaid shirt from Cos, American Apparel kids slim slacks, and the Aigle Perdrix wellies.

We've had an exciting week. Jack was a page boy for my cousins wedding last Thursday. After some mild concern about how he would behave, he exceeded my expectations and walked down the aisle alongside me beautifully, sat through the service like a complete angel, posed for the photographer like a boss and entertained everyone immensely by dancing the night away! I couldn't have been more proud. He was so cute in his little suit. Hopefully I'll be able to post a few photos of us in our fancy schmancy wedding get-up soon. Also, Jack is now officially potty trained! It wasn't as hard as I thought it would be, but I have to give my sweet husband a lot of the credit. It would seem he's a natural in, erm, toilet training animals and toddlers. So, a memorable and wonderful week here.

Wordless Wednesday? Sure, I wouldn't know how.

Beach Boy

Well... a regular blogger I am not! Sorry, sorry, and sorry, life has been hectic. Between the garage conversion (we're only converting it to a photography studio you know!) work, and potty training we just haven't stopped! But if I know you, and I think I do, you're not gonna hold Shirky McSlackerson here to account. And that's why we're such good chums. 

So, Little Pinecone, one of my very lovely sponsors, sent Jack this beautiful 100% Superfine Merino wool round neck top.  We love it! I think it's got a real 70's vibe going on. Jack wore it down to the beach this beautiful day. Here, and guess what... Little Pinecone are giving all my readers a free Pinwheel Beanie Hat with any purchase! Just send a wee email to info@littlepineconemerino.com after you place your order with the details of the hat you fancy and bam, you're done. 

Little Fluffytop also splashed around the damp sand and stones in his super skinny H&M jeans, and Zara Kids high tops. 

Happy Wordless Wednesday, friends! 

Captain Jack

Yesterday, I took some commercial photos for a brilliant new soft play area situated not far from us. Jack got to come along and model - A perk of the job indeed. After following Jack and my other models up, down, through and around I was all out of puff. We both slept well last night!  Above, he pretends to be the Captain of this mega class boat. It constantly rocks back and forth, just like the expensive rides you see in the malls, except you don't have to keep feeding it pound coins. Every child (and parents) dream!

Jack was wearing the Blue Big Star hoody from one of my sponsors, Boys and Girls. He loves this top, calling it his "boo darrr dop". Remember, all Jack's chums can get 10% off an order at Boys and Girls with the code BGJACK. Thanks B&G.

Grunge Royalty

Jack has gone a bit grunge this morning in his mega class 'big and stompy' All Saints boots. I picked these up on Ebay for a bargain. As I've said before, unfortunately All Saints dropped their kids range quite some time ago, so to bag an item it's either Ebay or the occasional find in TK Maxx.

He's all monochrome-cuteness today in a pair of jogging bottoms from Zara Kids, and American Apparel Californian Raglan Fleece jumper. 

Happy wordless (or not-so-wordless in my case) Wednesday, chums. 

It's cold here.

Northern Ireland was hit by an unprecedented snow storm at the weekend. You wouldn't know from these photos... but I can assure you, it was. Compare it in your head to that film The Day after Tomorrow. It was so coul' I didn't even want to go out and photograph it. I hear it was even worse than the notorious snowfall of '63, which my parents and grandparents talk about with great fervor. Although we were snowed in most of the weekend, when we dug ourselves out of the driveway, and made the effort to drive 40 minutes down the road to my in-laws house, we discovered just how localised the snow was. There wasn't a pick in the country, as you can see. That's not to say it wasn't bitterly cold. Perhaps the coldest I have ever felt. Absolutely baltic! Jack was wrapped up warm in his trusty Zara puffa coat, H&M hat and mittens, and Aigle Perdrix wellingtons. Needless to say we didn't get too far before scuttling back to the blazing stove.

Below is a wee portrait I snapped of Jack when we were snowed in. He has the most infectious smile I have ever seen - And it warms the cockles of my heart to think that beam is especially for Mammy peeking out from behind the camera!

Easy, Tiger

I spotted this Stella McCartney Tiger tee at the weekend and I couldn't walk away. What a gorgeous print. I'm a huge fan of the Stella McCartney kids range. Doesn't Jack look cute? We have teamed it with the American Apparel tri-bend cardi and jeans from Zara kids.

Below, Jack shows me how a helicopter flies. He's gonna be a pilot. Just like Jack senior. Aww.

Love at the Pier

Today mister and I went for a walk at Oxford Island. Jack was most excited to see the ducks. Tiny here, wore his American Apparel kids fisherman jumper (My husband and I both own identical ones in our size. Birds of a feather we are!) and his kids 5 pocket jeans. The plaid shirt is from baby Zara and he's hopping about in his wee green toddler Vans. The ribbed hat was a bargain from H&M. It can hardly contain all that thick curly blond hair he has sprung. What a babe. 

Happy weekend m'friends. Have a great one.

Out to Play

I have been eyeing up the very funky kids clothing brand Boys&Girls lately. Jack and I were out a'playing this morning, so the Boys&Girls comfy Out to Play sweatshirt was an appropriate choice. The whole range is organic, don't you know. And it's their second birthday today. So happy birthday to our chums at Boys&Girls. We love your stuff. And I'm totes delighted to be able to offer our readers 10% off their whole order with the code BGJACK. Thanks B&G!

Hello!

Hello!

My regulars will know that two of my besties work in Belfast's most lovely vintage emporium, the famous Rusty Zip. Well, they always keep Jack the most beautiful little items. Check out this vintage Mothercare tank top. Oh it is just too cute! They don't make 'em like this anymore. Thanks so much Kayls and Laura. (You'sre class like)

The brown flannel shirt is American Apparel, the skinny jeans are from Zara kids and the brown leather high tops are Converse.                                                            Bye-bye!

           

High on a Mountain Top

Ireland is so beautiful. Have I mentioned that? All the time, you say? Well. It really is. The weather was gorgeous today. So we took a trip to the Mourne Mountains. Bloody Bridge to be exact. My little explorer wore his red coat and trainers from Zara Kids, H&M pom pom hat, Cat in the Hat backpack from Marine Parents, and he was comfy in his American Apparel baby thermal leggings.

Jack loved it. He ran, climbed, investigated, and didn't want to come back down. We all can't wait to go again!

Those in Glass Houses

So my friendling Kat and I had yesterday all planned out. We were going to get the kids dolled up and take them to Peatlands Park for a fun little shoot. Well, the weather forecaster fibbed to us again, and it poured the whole day long. So, instead, we took them to the Palm House in Botanic Gardens, Belfast. It's amazing how much fun childer can have with each other, and without a toy in sight. They ran and jumped and chatted and squealed, and made quite a spectacle of themselves! This shoot happened to coincide with Valentines Day perfectly - Check out Martha of Martha My Muse. Have you ever seen such a look of dreamy love?

Jack's dapper little suit is from Marks and Spencers. Oh he's just so kissably cute in it. Whatever you're doing, have a very romantic Valentines Day!