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Hubby and I are pregnant with our very first baby!  Words cannot even describe how incredibly excited (and incredibly nervous) I am.  I’ve had this looming sense of guilt now for the past few weeks, because I’ve kept such a big secret from you all.  You have always been my sounding board – supportive and welcoming and awesome – and I’m sorry for keeping this from you.  Actually, I’ve kept the secret from nearly everyone I know, mostly because I was scared.  It hasn’t been an easy road to get here.  Today we are just over four-and-a-half months pregnant, and I’m finally ready to shout it from the rooftops.  But it’s been bumpy to say the least.  I thank goodness for my perfect hubby, family, and close friends, who understood and respected my need to keep things under wraps, who held my hand and told me it was going to be okay, because they knew it would be.  Without getting into too many details, this was not our first pregnancy.  We lost our first, and I’d never cried so much.  I struggled through cancer before that, and even now that we’re finally (and miraculously) pregnant, I have to see a high risk pregnancy doctor every three weeks, along with our regular OB/GYN, which makes for an extra-packed schedule at all times.  But as my oh-so-patient OB/GYN pointed out, “Hey, at least you get to see your little one on an ultrasound constantly!”  And he’s totally right.  That baby sure is a cutie. (Whew! That felt good to get out!)

I really always have stuck by the adage, “Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass, it’s about learning to dance in the rain.”  So dance we shall.

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And with that, a very funny new-mom-to-be pregnancy story:

At the beginning of the second trimester a few weeks ago, when we were set to see our high risk OB/GYN, I woke up that morning and put on a brand new pair of panties, ready for the fancy doctor’s visit.  My little sister had bought me a bunch of pretty new panties from Victoria’s Secret for the holidays, so I was pretty excited to wear a snazzy new pair for the visit.  Let me just say that we are panty lovers.  So I go to work for a few hours before the big appointment.  I have to pee; no surprise there.  And in the bathroom, on the morning of my first new doctor’s visit, I realize that on the backside of my pretty new panties in big glitter letters, it screams, “Let’s Party!”  I am mortified.  Who goes to a brand new high risk OB/GYN wearing party panties?  I’ll tell you who … me.  And that, my friends, will set the tone for this pregnancy.  Try as I might to be a cute pregnant momma, wearing pretty new panties, and totally “getting it”, I will always be the pregnant mom-to-be who wears the wrong panties, forgets where she puts … well … everything, and is generally spazzed but happy (very very happy.)

I have so many fun things planned for Glitter, Inc., and I hope you all don’t mind that I may be sharing a few pregnancy and new mama stories along the way.  Don’t worry too much, though, this site will always be home to shoe obsessions, recipes, and very pretty things.  Here’s to 2014!

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(By the way, just so you get an idea of how crazy windy it was on the beach over the weekend … here’s my sister, Rowan – a.k.a., our fearless photographer – lecturing poor hubby on the importance of capturing a photo where our hair is NOT out of control.)

And last but not least, a huge thanks to Rowan, my photographer, and Manda at Beth + Borrow for designing the incredible hand-painted Bienvenue Bébé framed chalkboard (which will eventually make it’s way into our sweet bébé’s nursery … more on that later.)  Manda is incredible to work with and can design just about anything you dream up, including this sign for the little one, who I have already determined to be very French.

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Photography: Rowan Holzberg // Hand-painted Announcement Chalkboard: Beth + Borrow // Zara Dress // Free People TGIF High-Low Cardigan // Stuart Weitzman 50/50 Over-the-knee boots //  Karen Walker Super Duper Strength Sunglasses // Luv AJ Monacle Necklace

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Hi, I’m Lexi. Sometimes lawyer, full-time blogger, mama and wife. I pride myself on being tacky and pray the paragraphs I scribble on the back of napkins will morph into a bestselling novel (or series … I wouldn’t complain.) I have a Type-A personality in overdrive, wear too much black, love all things over-the-top, books and glitter make me weak in the knees, and I can't stop buying impractical shoes. This blog has become my dream job. I now style shoots, create content for brands, and offer consulting for businesses and bloggers looking to utilize a blog and/or social media to grow their brand or online presence. I’m SO glad you’re here!

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  1. Rachelle says

    OMG congrats Lexi, that is so awesome. You will be the cutest prego lady ever!!! cannot wait to see the maternity post. Hope to meet you sometime this year since we are both in South Florida. Congrats to you and your hubby again.

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  8. Erika Barrenchea says

    YAY! Congratulation! Cherish every second of your pregnancy and your sweet little bébé! Time flies by! Naps (on the couch), smiles, hugs, kisses and tears of happiness are moments you will remember the rest of your life! AHHH your are going to be a mommy- A GREAT MOMMY! All the best to you and hubby!

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  10. Chelsea W says

    Congrats! Your life will be full of so much joy, so much laughter, and so many dirty diapers! I loved the little story about the party panties and can’t wait to read more similar stories in the future (because I’m sure there will be many). Loving the bebe sign as well–gorgeous! Congrats again!

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    • Lexi says

      Thank you so so much, Chelsea! It still barely feels real! And there will definitely be laughter along the way — my husband and I are two crazy peas in a pod! So glad you’re excited to hear more!!

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  14. The Yuppie Files says

    Congrats! You certainly deserve this happy news. Little babies are the best & don’t worry – I would totally be wearing those panties too, haha. This growing up & being a mom thing is hard!

    Remember to bring a diaper though to that first doctor’s appointment w/baby- I forgot, but thank goodness my husband remembered. And only because someone told him b/c they forgot & the doctor gives you a look b/c you’re the idiot parent who has walked out of the house w/o a diaper.

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    • Lexi says

      Okay that is great advice! I was even told to keep diapers and wipes in the car’s glove compartment, haha. I still can’t believe I’m going to be a MOM – eek! And thank you so much – obviously we are ridiculously excited! xox

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  22. Elizabeth // The Now says

    Oh I am so excited for you! That is going to be one beautiful baby!! I’m so sorry you’ve had such a rough road..we have too, but I really think it makes us so much more appreciative when good things do happen! Thank you for sharing your good news!!! xoxoo

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  24. Comfy Cozy Couture says

    This is so exciting, I know you must be overjoyed after the struggle you’ve had!! We’ve been trying to get pregnant for a few months so I’m hoping we might have some big news before long! Can’t wait to follow along! Congrats!!

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  25. Holly Royce says

    This is fantastic news! I remember when your Mommy was so excited when she found out she was carrying her future lawyer, blogger, daughter. Her Lexi.

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  26. Clemence says

    Congratulations Lexi! This is such wonderful news! I’m so happy for you and your husband. You’re gonna be the chicest pregnant lady around, and a fabulous mom!

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  27. Ashley says

    CONGRATS! When I saw on Instagram I literally teared up. It’s so crazy how you can feel connected to your blog family. This is such a big step in your life and will be amazing. SO happy for you!

    Thanks for visiting Pursuit!

    -Ashley
    Pursuit of Shoes

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  34. victoria | vmac+cheese says

    Wayyyyy behind on this, but per your note to me I knew it was high time to investigate. Congratulations, love!! I’m so happy for you and your family. Please continue to let me know if I can help in any way! 🙂

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  35. Knivesliao says

    Thank you for sharing something so personal. Sometimes all we see is the happy and have no idea of the challenges and emotions that it took to get there. I wish you a safe and healthy and happy pregnancy. All the best !

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    • Lexi says

      Thank you so much for saying that! Sometimes it’s tough to share something so personal, but it does feel good to get it out and keep it real.

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  36. Nathy says

    Just read your Rimmel + getting personal post.. I didn’t know you had experienced these traumas, Lexi. Sorry you had to go through all of that. Your attitude through it all seems so darn admirable. Good for you. I wish you and hubby a very healthy and happy pregnancy! You deserve it. 🙂

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    • Lexi says

      Hi Nathy; Thank you so much for reading those older posts and thank you for your encouraging words – it means so much! I’m just glad all is going well and we’re just thrilled to be bringing a new little life into the world. <3

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