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Did you get that candy conversation heart reference in the title? Those things crack me up – especially the new-aged ones that say things like “Text Me” and “Tweet Me.” Hah. Anyway, the point of this post is just to wish everyone a Happy Valentine’s Day. And to share some gratuitous Clara pics. These are actually the same photos that we sent to our family & friends along with a funny little V-day card with a Burger-esque chihuahua on the front (gotta represent for both kids, you know). Heck you guys are friends too, so just pretend these showed up in your mailbox:

V Day Smile 1

V Day Pic 2

Gotta love that $1 stuffed candy heart from Target’s dollar spot. Quite the perfect V-day prop when you have a baby who loves sucking on her fingers in photos if they’re too idle. And yes, there was lots of high pitched singing and frenetic dancing by mom & dad to capture these pics. No shame in that. You gotta do what you gotta do when there are three sets of expectant grandparents waiting by the mailbox for their cards.

And on the subject of Valentine’s photoshoots, of course we took Clara’s weekly photo with some heart-y fabric. John even worked some photoshop magic on the week number (which is usually in a circle). Check out the other 38 pics and project deets here.

Clara 39 Weeks

Ok, enough baby-pics. I’m like an old lady at the mall shoving a wallet insert full of kids photos at anyone she passes. Anyway, whether you’re celebrating V-day with your pet, spouse, neighbor, friend, whole fam, favorite magazine, ceramic animals, or even throwing an anti-v-day party, we hope it’s a day to remember. And speaking of remembering – in an effort to find more balance (one of our resolutions) we’ve decided to take it easy today and just enjoy each others company and celebrate V-day as a family of four (chihuahua included). Especially since it’s also Clara’s 9 month birthday. We can’t believe she’s been “out” longer than she was “in.” Baking her felt like it took forever, but time has just flown since she was born.

We’re not abandoning you guys for reals though. You know we’re nothing if not blog obsessed. We’ll still be dropping by this afternoon with a love-filled giveaway, and tomorrow we’ll be back to our regularly scheduled programming. We might even have some dining table pics to share. Woot. Until then, big wet kisses are coming atcha from the whole Petersik clan. Don’t worry, we don’t have mono.

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  3. Paula/adhocmom says

    I’m so impressed that you manage to do this EVERY week! We are seriously terrible with photographs. It’s my goal, you know, now that June is almost THREE, to get some decent albums put together. Hey, she’s probably almost old enough to do it herself. That is seriously a sad thought.

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  14. Emily Wilson says

    I am in awe of your weekly pictures. Those are more than fabulous and such a special keepsake. I am wondering though, do you own each fabric picture that is in the background?

    -Emily

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  18. ca-sassy says

    just so you know- I had a candy heart left on my keyboard at work that said “my boo” …. dont know who its from- but apparently Necco now prints ebonics???

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  20. Marlayna says

    Hi! My husband and I enjoy seeing your daily updates and look forward to DIYing our first house to become our special home like you guys have done! We really appreciate your creativity and willingness to share so much of your life experiences building your home!

    Also, I wanted to share something with you guys because you have talked about how you’re mindful of taking care of your health. I read an article recently on baby powder and learned things i didnt know and thought it would be good to share. Its great to know what we may want to be careful of and especially for little sweet ones like your Clara! Anyway, here it is: http://www.brighthub.com/environment/green-living/articles/95240.aspx

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    • YoungHouseLove says

      Oh yeah we never use baby powder. We’ve loved all natural California Baby lotion and shampoo. That’s pretty much all we’ve needed in the 9 months since Clara came along!

      xo,
      s

  23. sunsail says

    Dude: She is so. stinkin’.cute. Srsly.

    Is she into younger men? I’ve got a very handsome 6 month old who might be interested… he’s pudgy, drooly, and can say “dadadadada…” ad nauseam. A real catch, that one. Hit me up if she’s interested ;)

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  24. Patti says

    Playing catch up reading this past week’s posts, but had to comment…Clara is THE CUTEST! And I can really see Sherry in her, especially in the first photo.

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  26. suzanne says

    Such adorable pictures! As a side note, please check out http://www.playpants.ca. Three mom’s from Vancouver BC designed these modern bloomers play pants.
    They’ve been invited to show them at this year’s Oscars!! Unfortunately my kids are loooong past this stage, but they would look incredibly cute on your sweet Clara!

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  27. Lindsey G says

    Hiya! I was thinking how sweet and cute it would be to make a quilt for Clara out of all the fabrics you’ve used to do her weekly photos!! Ya’ll may not read this for a while- and maybe you’e already had this suggestion, but it just crossed my mind! Have a lovely day! =)

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    • YoungHouseLove says

      That’s the plan! Haha. Love it! We also want to make a birthday pinney and some other fun stuff like pillows and maybe even a dress! I just have to learn how to sew…

      xo,
      s

  28. Carly says

    Scoping out ideas for the grandparents v-day cards. Thought it was funny you talking about Clara being out longer than in your belly. I think we all do that. I remember writing that about my own daughter.

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