It was time for a date with my girl.
The kind where pajamas and big fluffy robes are the dress code and wild hair lingers. Where the sun stretches it’s rays into my kitchen window and drenches us in it’s morning light. Where the morning brings with it the refreshing feeling that everything is new. ย Where my girl straps on an apron, pushes her bench up to the just-too-high countertop and falls into that dreamy daze that comes from mixing and stirring a bowl of something good.
Where a sweet maple scent meanders organically through each and every room, like tide waters filling the each divot and every crevice in a sandy beach.
Where simple pancakes become much more than flapjacks, and instead our plate is full of perfect little butterfly hotcakes loaded with butter and syrup.
Morning dates that are sweet and sticky are ever so delicious.
And speaking of delicious, so are these headbands from Ryah Sofia. ย Our friend Angie sent us one, and we fell in love with it. ย In fact, I believe it was meant for my little chef, but more than once I’ve snatched it up to adorn my own head of hair.
It’s perfect for our days filled with running. ย Running out, running errands, running late, running in, running on low energy… we just slide it on and it stays put… and we get compliments!
And Oh, what have we here?
A giveaway. For you sweet readers. A randomly drawn commenter from this post will be receiving a headband of their choice from Ryah Sofia.
Winner will be announced Sunday, August 7.
So, comment away… and enjoy every little moment today.
Jaden Paige says
I absolutely adore that headband, my daughter would love it! And it looks great on Mommy, too!! ๐ Thanks for the reminder, I should set up a little date with my girl, I think it’s time to re-paint our piggies! ๐
CollegeSAHM says
LOVE the headband!!! I have been wanting to make one like that ๐
I love wathing you daughter grow even if its only in pictures! You have a BEAUTIFUL girl and a BEAUTIFUL family!!!
Tooje says
A date with pancakes. Nothing better. ๐
The headband is precious. I do believe I would like one.
Happy Monday!
Jamie says
Perfect for those of who have curly hair that doesn’t play well with the humid, summer weather!
Soulfuldancer says
LOVE it! very cute photo prop!
April says
Love this post!!
Hey, how do you cook the other side of the butterfly with the colored part of the cookie cutter?
Thanks ๐
Melissa says
What a great date ๐ And a fun giveaway – those headbands are so cute I just might have to get one for my daughter AND myself :). Have a great day!
Tess The Bold Life says
You and your camera are some kind of wonderful! Loved them all.
septembermom says
What a sweet day together. You both look beautiful in those gorgeous headbands!
Jen says
Such a cute headband, I would totally LOVE one.
And what a great day for you and your number one little girl.
suburban prep says
I love that the headband would look wonderful on an adult and a child.
Muthering Heights says
Dates with daughter are SO special and SO important. I love the idea of making a special breakfast together! ๐
Adorable headband too!
kymberli q. says
Love these images and love that headband! Love coming over here. ๐
Sarah Belliston says
The pictures are adorable. The headbands are a special touch.
Whimsical Creations says
What an adorable date day!! so precious!
That headband is cute!
Nick and Amera says
Ohhhhh soooo cute… little darling and Papoose are among many of my favs!! I cant just pick one!!! Love love love them ๐
Jana says
Very cute, hard to pick a favorite, but I would have to say Audrey would be my first pick!
MAUGA FAM says
I like the Aurora headband:)
Audrey says
I know Angie too and I would love to win a headband from her website. I would go for the “Erica” band if I win!!
belgd says
i would love this. ๐
Pittsburgh Perambulations says
I love it! I adore headbands and would love to add this to my collection!
pghperambulations at gmail dot com
Thifa says
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Jillibean says
I love headbands, especially free ones ๐
Shannon says
You are such an inspiration!!! I make pancakes a lot and can’t believe I haven’t used cookie cutters. Can’t wait for breakfast. Adorable photos as always!
ThisMamaRAZZI says
Gorgeous headbands and post! Totally wishing for a pancake dinner now!
Ashlee says
That’s very cute!
Megan says
I love the pancake idea and the lovely headbands!
Anonymous says
what sweet pictures of your daughter making pancakes! im sure they were delish!
have a great day and thank you for the chance to win a preety headband!
Gerri says
What a great idea with the pancakes. I will have to try that. ๐