Elyse Dean

There is no possible way to fully summarize the rollercoaster that was ‘2023.’ Sometimes it was a thrill and sometimes I was absolutely sick to my stomach. Sometimes I was upside down and sometimes I was on top of the world. I’m hoping 2024 can be more of a lazy river… I’m going to keep moving forward for sure…but slower. My word for the year is ‘float.’ If it weighs me down, I have to let go. There’s no reason to drown in 3ft of water. I want to be arm in arm with the people I could float with forever. More sun on my face and a peace in my heart that’s been deeply missed. ✨🥂☀️ happy new year everyone

This morning I had a moment with Remy that absolutely wrecked me… He gave me a hug around my torso and realized he could finally clasp his hands. He then said “Woah mom I grew! Now I can hold YOU!” And if you’ve ever read the book ‘I’ll love you forever’ you’ll get it… that was the best (and saddest) hug of my life. I recreated the moment by our reading chair 🤍 This is the @sixpennyhome Neva Swivel Glider Chair (Blanched Almond.) I knew we would keep this piece forever, but now it will always be our ‘hold YOU’ chair. 🥺😭

So, it's my birthday. Right now? Right now. Happy birthday. I'm 29, folks. What's up. TWENENOINE ! ! TWENENOINE ! !Can you please not tell anybody I just did that? #aschmidtybirthday

Pool pals 💦

It’s been some time since my @sundaysfurniture Lean on Me Bed frame arrived and I couldn’t be happier! This piece has completely elevated the look of my room and has created such a calming feel in this space. Since upgrading to this beauty, I can't stop thinking about hanging sconces on either side... what are your thoughts? #sundayspartner

A poem for 'next chapter' mothers —— I wrote this in 2022 after taking down Noa's crib and realizing a 5 year long chapter had closed. The cribs purpose had been served and, in a way, for 'that' time, so was mine. I don't share much in the way of poetry but I felt like this one could maybe speak to some of you who may be in this "next chapter" stage

Posting this mainly because my friend told me to 😂 hope it maybe helps somebody get through the summer!

Moms 🤝 a private nook. The @sixpennyhome Neva Swivel Glider Chair in ‘Blanched Almond’ is making my mom-nook dreams come to life. The down filled cushions make this seat unbelievably cozy and the swivel/rocking features are the perfect touch for ultimate relaxation. There were so many beautiful swatches to choose from- I had so much fun trying different styles on their website. The link is in my bio if you’d like to check it out! 🤍 #sixpennyhome #sixpenny

🫶🏼 Pleatha Weatha 🫶🏼 Not actually… I was sweatin a bit. But no unsolicited pleather poots…. so I’m calling it a win! #ootd

The living room got a much-needed facelift with a gorgeous area rug and pillows from the new #jeanstofferxloloi collection! I love the textures and color palettes of these pieces for two reasons. 1. it’s undeniably pretty 2. It handles/hides the wear and tear of 3 little kids SO well. We’ve put these pieces to the test… even hosting a birthday party with a zillion little kids. The quality absolutely checks out 👏🏼 I selected the Marjorie Pillows and the Katherine area rug in shade “beige mist.” The link will be in my bio 🤍 #loloipartner

@sundaysfurniture Lean on Me bed frame has created such a serene environment for me to continue my work; in motherhood and beyond. The materials are stunning and the quality is impeccable. I am so pleased with the addition of this beautiful piece and the harmony it creates no matter what my day, or night, may hold. In music, harmony is two different notes which complement each other. As a WFH mom, I have strived to find a way to create harmony between two separate notes in my life; work and motherhood. Many nights I have worked from my bed while also snuggling someone who’s sick. The day begins and ends here- your environment can absolutely perpetuate the harmony between your life’s notes. In this season, ‘Mom’s Room’ is truly the heart of our home. #sundayspartner

SIX years of sweetness with miss Koven Rose. 🍭🍬🧁🍫🍰 She is a friend to all, smart, kind, artsy, organized, diligent, sensitive and very VERY sweet. I’m so proud of this kid and feel so blessed to be her mom. Happy birthday Koko!!🤍 you’re one stellar kid. #kovenrosebirthday

Story time. At the end of last year, after a terrible case of strep, my entire body exploded into a scaly painful rash. I was diagnosed with guttate psoriasis. Apparently this can happen after an upper respiratory illness and I was lucky enough to find out. It was painful physically and took a hugeee toll on my mental health. I was working with a dermatologist for months while this outbreak raged, spreading more every day despite medical intervention. Hands, feet, face, back, and all the rest… with no progress from prescription meds, I turned to the internet and found a product called PSOR-VAL on Amazon. Y’all.. It worked SO fast and I could finally see my skin recovering. It was scary, painful, and sooo frustrating and I thought it would never end. But now, five months later, it’s finally over 😭 I wouldn’t want anyone else to feel this way so I’m putting myself out there to hopefully (maybe) help someone else. It’s not sponsored and I’m not even saying it’s everyones best option…I’m just so grateful something finally worked and I’m starting to look like me again. Oh, and watch out for strep! 🤪

Noa 🤝 Big Jeans #growingnoaclaire