The other day me and Trenton were running errands near my parents house, so we decided to pop over to their house to say hello. When we got there, my dad was working outside, my mom was at work, and my little niece Scarlett was waking up from a nap. So me and Trenton decided to take Scarlett on a trip to the park! I wore this super comfy Theory sweater that I got from ThredUP. It looks brand new, and it was originally $275 but I got it for $30! A literally steal. If you haven’t checked out this store yet, you need too. You can read more about my experience with ThredUP here.
So normally Scarlett doesn’t like to hang with me. If my mom is around, then I’m pretty much chopped liver. But since my mom was working, I was the next best thing. 😉 We took her around in the stroller, looked at the ducks, played on the playground, and swung her on the swing. It was so fun! We took her over to the lighthouse and saw a huge alligator swimming by, and she was not phased one bit! A true Florida girl. She said the alligator was going to see it’s mom- ha. Then she asked where it’s home was. She is such a kindhearted little gal! I feel so bad for her, with her dad being dead. When we were at my parent’s house, my brother’s old motorcycle was on the carport and she was like “that my dada’s bike”. It makes me so said that she won’t ever see him again. But I’m glad she’s got such a great Papa and Mommom (my parents) who help take care of her throughout the week.
One of the worst parts about moving to East Asia (yes, post coming soon..) is that I won’t be able to see my niece and nephew grow up! I will just be that aunt who’s out traveling the world that they only see once every three years. But I am going to make sure to send them cool gifts from the countries I visit! And for now, I will soak up all the time I have with them. Which might backfire, because I think Trenton’s getting baby fever.
But being an aunt is great. You can do all the fun stuff without actually having to do any of the hard stuff. It’s awesome- for both me, and for her. I told my sister that I’m officially claiming the “cool aunt” card. hehe.
Do you have any nieces or nephews? What do you do with them for fun? Let me know your thoughts in the comments!
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Great post! These are adorable and beautiful photos! Thanks for sharing🙂
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Aw thanks Dani!
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You two look gorgeous and super cute. xx
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Aw thank you!
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Awww these photos are so cute!!
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Aw thanks Courtney!
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Beautiful pics! What good time to spend with your little one.
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Thanks! My niece is the best ❤️
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She is adorable! So cute. and her little pigtails. Ahhh! She is precious!!!!
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Aw thanks Meghan! ❤️
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Aww this is the cutest! I do not have any nieces/nephews myself as I am an only child but being an aunt seems great :’)
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Thanks girl! And if you get married one day maybe you’ll get some nieces & nephews- who knows!!
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So lovely it is 🙂
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Yes it was!
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Your niece precious! I love your outfit. It’s so pretty! ❤
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Aw thanks Maddy! 🖤
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*is precious
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These photos are so lovely!
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Aw thanks Abbie 🖤
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This is so cute and sweet! My husband has a niece and nephew who I adore! They were flower girl and ring bearer respectively at our wedding 🙂
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Aw that’s thats so sweet! Being an aunt is so fun ❤️
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East Asia!? OMG thats incredible- I just got back from Bali and can’t wait to get back to Asia!
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Wow how was Bali?!? I hope to visit their next summer!
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She reminds me of a girl I went to preschool with, her hair was same color, and she wore pigtails as well.
I completely agree about the aunt thing! I’m not an aunt, but I enjoy when I visit my friends to make sure I give attention to the kids so they feel comfortable with me, instead of awkward. I know what that’s like. I have a number of friends with kids, and I’ve never desired kids of my own. It’s nice to be able to spoil kids, have fun with them, see through their perspective, and then leave. 🙂
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Aw that’s cool she reminds you of your old friend! And being an honorary aunty to your friends’ kids is so special 🙂 Yes, it is so fun to spoil and have loads of fun than dip out haha.
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I’m glad you got some time with your niece without having your mom around. It’s always nice to have them think you’re fun, even if it’s only for one outing. You two are a cute pair!
Have a great week!
Carly at A Modern Mom Blog
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Yes!! It’s so fun to have them all to myself! Thanks for reading 💕
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This has been the cutest freaking post ever!
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Haha you are too sweet!
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You two look so adorable together ❤
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Aw than you 💕
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Aw! What a perfect day!
XO
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Thanks Molly!!
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Omg, you and your little one is so cute!
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Thanks Demi, my niece is too cute
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Awww sounds like such a special day! I LOVE ThredUp! You can find such great things
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Yes they are the best- so many deals!
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Awww your niece is so adorable!! My little cousin is my favourite little person she’s so gorgeous 😊 xx
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Aw thanks! And little cousins are the best too- so fun!
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Definitely 😁
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Enjoy every moment while you can! You will be the aunt they talk about who is so cool! I love being an aunt! Sometimes I even take revenge on my brothers – musical gifts, lots of sugar, etc. LOL
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haha i hope so! And yes muahaha
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Can’t wait to read about your move to East Asia!
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Thanks, I’m excited to write about it!
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Your photo shoot with your niece is beautiful, Courtney. I think she is a doll and I am all for pampering nephews and nieces…it is easier to be the cool aunt than a hard-ass mother 😛 xx
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Aw thank you- and YES I agree!!
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What a nice post. The pictures were a nice touch. I liked how the little girl was so interested and mesmerized in all kinds of things. Kids can be fun.🙂🎆🙂
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Looks like a fun time (: great photos! And I still need to check out ThredUp
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It’s such an awesome website!!
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Oh my gosh, what a cutie! I have two nieces (1 and 3 years old) and they have been so fun to play with. I would hate not seeing them grow up. But hey, there’s facetime!
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Yes, thank goodness for FaceTime! And I bet your nieces are so cute!
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I still remember a time when I just did not like it. It was in my father’s wardrobe.
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Loved your blog ! So inspiring 😍 ! Keep with the great work !!!
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Thanks!
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Oh so sweet!!! Love these pictures 🙂
kisses
Agnese & Elisa
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Thanks girls!
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Adorable, Courtney! Fun to be with you on your outing via these photos 🙂
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Aw thanks for reading 🙂
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adorable!
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Thanks!
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Happy day 💚
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Yes, very 🙂
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I still remember a time when I just did not like it. It was in my father’s wardrobe.
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Love this post!!
So cute and happy 😀
Wish you a wonderful day
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Thanks, you too!
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Your niece is adorable and no I don’t have either, but I love kids. They are fun to be around! 🙂 x
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They are so fun!
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Looks so much fun!
Daniel x
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Thanks!
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How cute is this! I do have two nephews and I have yet to meet them (1 year old and a 2 year old). We live so far and with all that’s being going on with my daughter we haven’t been able to travel. I do my best to send cool gifts though too!
PS – I can’t wait to read your post about moving to East Asia
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Aw how fun! Hopefully you will get to meet them one day! Thank goodness for mail and phone calls !!
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