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Where you are at in your life right now is relevant, it’s a part of your story! Today is an important day. It’s another day to notice the little things and appreciate this season in your life! It might not be full of things that make you exceedingly happy or maybe it is! Either way there’s something valuable in your today that’s worth being noticed. It’s another day to spend with your closest friends, enjoy your favorite coffee or wear something that makes you feel confident! Another day to dream, to achieve and to invest in lives around you. I see my wild and crazy kids today, laughing and playing. I see the wet roads hinting at spring, I’m heading to work in a place that makes me feel inspired and happy! I’m thankful for another day to be present in my life and aware of the things that make today so lovely! .
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? by @helloimemmaquinn
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Just sitting around, pondering this little thing called life. What a beautiful thing to share with so many lovely people! My world is my people – the ones so far in distance but so close in heart. The ones right around the corner who are a part of my every day, my celebrations and the moments of building character. The ones I have yet to meet. My husband and kids (oh man, I love those people! ?) motivate me to be the best possible version of myself! For them, for me, for all of my people! I want to offer my heart to the world and watch it grow in countless ways; in love, wholeness, creativity, relationship, trust, confidence, sincerity… if not for my people, all of the people, then for what? We are called to be His hands and feet, it’s all about the people!
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#people #life #fashion #stylist #style #personalstylist #personalshopper #ootd #whatiwore #grandrapids #Michigan #metallic #cozy #mom

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Fear is one of those things that presents insane limitations. In my life I’ve gone through seasons of fear that have left me feeling isolated, incapable & even undeserving. Let’s be real, who can actually say they haven’t?! Fear has so many names and every one of them holds the same dose of insecurity and lies. If we stop and live in those seasons of fear & isolation then we embrace that as our identity. We are capable of choosing a life with limits or a life of opportunity, a life that expresses strength and courage to you and to people you don’t even know are watching you. I choose to process the fears, walk through them with an expectation to overcome them and see my life flourish without limits! I am capable. I am deserving. I’m not alone and neither are you! We are capable of amazing things! “When you go through deep waters, I will be with you.” Isaiah 43:2.
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#grandrapids #Michigan #fear #overcome #strong #strongwomen #fashion #stylist #style #personalshopper #personalstylist #mom #thatsdarling #motivation

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Snow + wind makes me grumpy. Dreaming of warmer, sunnier days! As in 2 days ago, what is happening in Michigan right now?! All I want is the sun and the sand and a burrito in my hand. Also some shopping at Fashion Valley + Extraordinary Desserts. Just a few of my favorite things! I need to take a trip to our CA home soon if this weather is going to be so hot and cold, literally. Siiiigh. .
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#grandrapids #Michigan #fashion #style #styling #stylist #personalstylist #personalshopper #mom #cozy #snuggle

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Backpacks are my jam. All day, everyday. Someday I’ll own 12. Ok? Ok. One for every mood. Yeah, 12 moods… I’m a mom guys, come on!!! .
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#grandrapids #Michigan #backpack #stylist #styling #style #personalstylist #personalshopper #mom #moodygrams #fashionmom #fashion

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Hey heeeeey red sleeves! A splash of color makes gray days feel much brighter! (But also, another way to style this striped skirt!) The taste of sunshine we’ve been getting has been pure bliss! Holding on to it in my heart since cold weather is back… I’m sorry to make you feel like the bad guy winter, but I’m just not so fond of you right now. I just think its best that we break up for a few months and see how it makes us feel! Also, I forgive you for ruining my boots and also for making me feel dry, I’m really much more lively without you. .
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#grandrapids #Michigan #style #stylist #styling #personalstylist #personalshopper #fashion #ootd #whatiworetoday #whatiwore #clothes #mom #fashionmom

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One of my babes woke up during the night with a fever. So, today I’m looking forward to loads of snuggling and also loads of coffee… Or naps… both sound incredible. This parenting gig is beautifully draining. My littlest still gets up once a night and he’s almost 2 and a half! But I constantly remind myself he won’t be so little forever so if he wakes me, I’m cool with it. It’s just an extra few minutes to be together… but then again, ask me if I still feel that way tomorrow, the answer might very well be different. One day at a time guys, one day at a time. ? @helloimemmaquinn ❤
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#personalstylist #fashionmom #style #styling #stylist #personalshopper #sleepdeprived #mom #grandrapids #Michigan #chicago #travelstylist #layers #spring #ootd #whatiworetoday #darlingweekend

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Shall we start dabbling in spring layering?! ? it’s almost time to lose the chunky, oversized sweaters and the wool socks for keeping those piggies warm! (Yeah, almost time… I was completely freezing in this picture. Waaahh!!) Stripes are always a good idea! You can go with horizontal or vertical, mix stripes with floral or layer striped pieces together, there are always fun options when it comes to stripes and they can be worn to compliment all body types! (This one has more fun detailing on the back! Stay tuned for a post showing those details soon!!)
Love stripes. Love converse. Love those cozy jeans! Bring it spring, I’m ready!!
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#stripes #madewell #Converse #style #styling #stylist #personalstylist #personalshopper #grandrapids #Michigan #travelstylist #fashion #fashioninsta #mom #fashionmom #thatsdarling #darlingweekend #darling #casual #layers

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Oh heeeeey Friday!! I’ve missed ya, you should come around more often! I’m heading into the weekend feeling all kinds of layered happiness! If you’re not a big accessory person it’s cool, I’ve got a suggestion or two for you! Adding a few tanks or bralette tops to your basics collection is necessary! Black, gray and even a color or two for your real wild side! They’re SO fun! Imagine this outfit without the tank layer (OK in all honesty, its a dress I just hiked way up, awwwe snap!). It wouldn’t look nearly as attractive. Simple guys, really. And no necklace needed! Even simpler! You’re welcome. But also, shout out to this greenroom at the downtown market – Heart. Eyes. For. Dayyyyyys! (Not to mention Socials fries – if you haven’t experienced them, you should and then you’d love me forevs.) ? @helloimemmaquinn
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#grandrapids #michigan #downtown #market #style #stylist #personalstylist #mom #darling #thatsdarling #layers #anthro #chicago #greenery #ivy #authentic #fashion #fashionstylist #lookoftheday #ootd

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Here are 2 of my little humans! (And also my incredibly smiley face, wow. I assure you no children were eaten in the process of getting this photo! Only nibbled.) Weston & Delaney. A big part of this adventure is being authentic and consistent to who I am. These kids (and my big one, Ryder, he was as school when this was taken… who told him to go there?!) are my priority, my exhausting and beautiful full time job! I’ve learned more about myself by raising these little’s than I ever imagined was possible! I’ve felt greater appreciation for the simple things that I would have just passed by unnoticed before, I have more vision for who I want to become & the greatest sense of belonging I’ve ever experienced! These kids are forgiving, gracious, generous, very (very) silly and they’re authentic. They aren’t afraid to stand up for what they believe in and they’re sure they can accomplish whatever they put their minds to. Yeah, I wanna be like them. Plus, look at ’em!! Uug. They melt me.
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#family #grandrapids #michigan #style #stylist #mom #kids #love #trainthemup #little #cozy #darling #thatsdarling #adventure #life #goals

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