Hello lovely ladies! I hope you are all off to a fabulous new year! You might have noticed the Fashion Informant was on a little vacation. I wanted to spend as much quality time with the family as I could while they were on break. My aunt said something a few years ago that always rings in my head as I’m trying to hustle through my day in survival mode. “They are only little for such a short time, enjoy this time because you’ll never get it back.” Deep? yeah…but so true! Last year I set attainable goals and feel a sense of accomplishment that I actually followed through with them for once. The two top goals being spending more time volunteering for the kids school activities (because right now they really like it when I’m there….a few years from now…they probably won’t). The other was to build business relationships and slowly but surly that has also been a success.
This year I really want to focus on the simple joys with my kids because those are the things they will truly remember when they get older. Like mom and dad camping out in their rooms while my daughter paints my nails and my son has a light saber battle with his dad. If I think back to my own childhood those are the kind of memories that I cherish the most.
My kids came with us for the photo shoot which will explain the random bubble picture. It’s amazing the joy you can get just watching your little ones run around blowing bubbles in a park. That is my number one goal this year, to really slow down and enjoy the small stuff.
Let’s talk fashion! This strapless floral dress was a gift from my mother-in-law and it’s a brand called Tychee. I realize some of you may be buried in snow right now but this is a great dress for Spring…don’t worry it’s coming. If it makes you feel any better we’ve had record lows here in Hawaii as well. In fact I was chilly while we we’re taking these pictures. I know, wahh…poor me. Well now comes the time to linkup and share your fabulous style. I can’t wait to see what everyone has been wearing.
Here is what I wore…
- Dress- Tychee Floral Maxi
- Shoes- Steve Madden Espadrilles
- Necklace – Avon
- Bracelet- Stella and Dot (retired)
Angie says
What ABSOLUTELY AMAZING photos. Just stunning. My goodness, i can’t even imagine what it must be like to see that incredible scenery everyday! Thank you for sharing your thoughts on how time really does fly. Sometimes I feel so guilty taking time out for myself each day, exactly for the same reason you listed. My baby is only a baby once. So I try to balance that with trying to really be “present” when we spend time together playing. This post really reminded me that I have to make more of an effort enjoy every moment.
Angie from
reasons to dress take a glimpse into my euro mommy life
Sherry says
Thank you so much Angie:) it is such a balancing act raising kids. It’s so easy to just go 100 miles an hour everyday and forget to enjoy those little moments.
Catherine @ Not Dressed As Lamb says
Sherry how wonderful that you have such warm temps… I’m so envious right now! The UK may not be in the deep freeze much of the US is having, but it’s pretty wet and miserable…! Your beautiful backgrounds and lovely floral dresses cheer me up and make me think of summer
Thanks for hosting & HNY to you xx
Sherry says
Thanks so much Catherine! I think I’d love the UK! We tend to get a lot of rain in the winter here too on the windward side. It’s always a welcome change.
Mama in Heels says
I totally agree with your Aunt…they grow up way too fast!!! Glad you had a great quality time with your family. Thank you for hosting the link up.
xo,
Janise
Sherry says
Way too fast….definitely need to enjoy every second. Xo
Ellen Thrifty & Chic Mom says
They do grow fast, so glad you are enjoying them and making memories.
Rhea says
love the dress and totally agree with you about prioritizing the family
Stephanie @ Diary of a Debutante says
Drop dead gorgeous photos! I want that as a back drop!
xo,
Stephanie
Diary of a Debutante
https://www.stephanieziajka.blogspot.com
Sherry says
Thanks so much!
Ann says
Nice to see you back. The weather looka lovely, it so very cold in Minnesota right now. Beautiful dress and landscape! Thanks for hosting.
blue hue wonderland
Sherry says
Burrrr…..oh how I remember those bitter cold ND and MN days. Sounds like its finally warmed up a little for you all…I hope:) thanks for linking up!
Red Tag Chic Los Angeles says
Awwwww you are so making me miss my maxi dresses so much. You & the backdrop are both so gorgeous!
Rebecca
https://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com
Sherry says
Thanks so much Rebecca! Xo
Happiness at Mid Life says
What a gorgeous dress on you! My son is at the same stage where he gets so excited when i volunteer for school. I think it is so true that they are only young once – enjoy your babies!!
Alice
https://www.happinessatmidife.com
Sherry says
Thanks Alice! This is such a great stage of parenting…isn’t it?!
Charlie says
Beautiful photos and a lovely dress. Welcome back after your holiday. It sounds like it was great. Thanks so much for hosting!!
Sherry says
Thanks so much Charlie!
Laura says
What gorgeous pictures! You look amazing in your dress!
Sherry says
Thanks so much Laura xo
Alison @ Get Your Pretty On says
Welcome back, Sherry! You certainly look refreshed and lovely. Your photos are absolutely gorgeous and so is that dress. Happy 2014!
Sherry says
Thanks Alison! Good to see you back in action too my friend:)
carolyn says
Yes, it’s a little tough to see how warm you look!
Fab dress! Glad to have the link up back!
Carolyn
https://www.ccmcafeeperspective.com
Sherry says
It will be spring before you know it Carolyn….hang in there 😉
Amanda says
Great dress, happy 2014!
Sherry says
Thanks Amanda!
Andrea says
Wish I could wear this.. so cold here. So pretty.
Andrea
https://www.mommainflipflops.com
ADA says
I am glad your gorgeous self, your beautiful photos, your great style and your awesome link up are back and looking better than ever. A Stunning Maxi Dress that goes perfectly with the wedge sandals. And I super love those awesome views of Hawaii. I bet people from at least 45 States of US are wishing they were in Hawaii this Winter. 😉
I hope you had a great holiday season. Wishing you a bright, bold & beautiful 2014!! You deserve it! My pleasure linking up for the first time in this new year. Ada. =)
Sherry says
Thank you sweet lady! I was absolutely loving your post last week. What a beautiful little family. Here is to a fabulous new year. Xo
Lauren says
You look absolutely stunning, Sherry! As always
Hope you are enjoying your weekend!
Lauren xx
https://www.stylelixir.com
Elizabeth Nygard says
That maxi dress is beautiful. I can’t wait for warm weather here. Happy New Year, Sherry!!
Elizabeth
elizabethnygard.com
Sherry says
Thanks Elizabeth! I’m crossing my fingers it warms up soon….sounds like its a little better this week?!
tunics for women says
you look so gorgeous ….love your style…you must try Indian Traditional Dresses sometimes..you will look fab in them
fashion boutique says
agree with you…she will look fab in Indian ethnic clothes XOXO
Vicki @ WITC says
Dropping by from Stylish Tuesday! Love your photos and so jealous of your beautiful weather!
<3 Vicki
wildeinthecity.blogspot.com
Lulu says
Beautiful pictures Sherry! Thank you for linking up to What I’m Loving Fridays. Have a great weekend.
Lulu
simplylulustyle.com
Paige says
Still so envious of those views! You look stunning as always Thanks for linking up with Stylish Tuesday!