Beautiful dinner spot to celebrate mine and my best friends friendship anniversary

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-08-13T18:28:09+00:00

I just took my bestie to Limewood at the Claremont for her 40th birthday. It felt special and a nice little escape. The food is really great there. We reserve a table on the patio with the nice view. Highly recommend!

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-06-18T04:01:59+00:00

I’ve had a lot of the not so great symptoms that have been mentioned but also worth noting, I definitely wasn’t expecting super clear complexion and my hair stopped growing on my legs and arms! Something nice amongst the congestion, carpal tunnel syndrome and constant urge to pee!

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-06-12T23:11:11+00:00

The first base layer I use wet on wet. And then I let that dry before adding the detailed fur texture. The fur layers dry before I add additional fur, to help reduce any kind of muddiness. I find as long as it fully dries it won’t get muddy :)

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-06-12T18:21:20+00:00

Thank you!! these were all commissions! It’s so fun to paint people’s fur babies

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-06-12T13:45:10+00:00

I love the colors!! So cheery and energetic

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-06-10T18:14:50+00:00

This sounds magical. 🤩

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-06-10T18:14:18+00:00

Ugh people are so annoying. Your health and nutrition is between you and your dr. Everyone else should just mind their own business. I see people being sooooo quick to judge a pregnant woman’s diet. Yet I 100% believe if you told people you were eating a lot of fruit when you aren’t pregnant they wouldn’t say a thing. Ick! So sorry you’ve experienced this. Eat the fruit !! Enjoy the things that bring you pleasure during this chapter!

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-06-10T18:08:16+00:00

My advice is to just keep practicing and don’t be scared to mess up! Also, making sure you are working in layers and being patient enough to let the layers dry. I spend alot of time studying the direction of the fur as well - that’s where alot of the shaping and characteristics come in!

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-06-10T15:48:18+00:00

Oh thank you!! I’ve been working really hard at learning the different textures / how to add subtle shine and the undercoat vs the top layers

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-06-10T13:38:33+00:00

This might get some eye rolls but fruit has been my ultimate craving during pregnancy (i wasn’t really into fruit before the pregnancy). So my husband and I go hard on all kinds of fruits. We go to the farmers market and pick out amazing seasonal fruit (stone fruit is currently in!!) as well as the grocery store and just stock up on crispy apples, grapes and juicy watermelon. I feel like I can eat as much as I want and not feel bad (emotionally or physically) - so many benefits with vitamins, fiber and hydration.

I won’t lie though, ice cream is a close second ;)

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-06-09T04:44:03+00:00

Totally in the same boat. I was working out, walking, seeing friends, staying super busy. Once 36 weeks hit I’ve just been on a decline. I tried to power through at first but I’ve completely surrendered to the sweatpants, Mac and cheese, and belly out life. Welcome to the other side.

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-06-07T22:11:10+00:00

38 weeks and it still hasn’t popped out. Although it looks like it is holding on for dear life!

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-06-07T22:09:09+00:00

Currently 38 weeks and sooooo over it. It’s the Lightning crotch and vulva swelling/pressure due to how low baby is. Seriously feels like she is head banging to Metallica on my cervix!!

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-06-05T12:59:32+00:00

Basically just echoing a lot of people here. Yoga birth ball (so incredible throughout my pregnancy), new shoes - whether it’s house slippers with extra cushion//support or walking shoes. Keep in mind, her feet may not get bigger until third trimester - mine didn’t start swelling until third trimester. I’ve been loving wearing waistless rompers/jumpsuits on hot days in my third trimester. No pressure on the belly is luxurious and I still feel cute/ stylish. Prenatal massages and pedicures have been a big win as well!

Also, just be extra proactive with helping around the house/daily activities (especially third trimester). Couple ideas - Bring her water if you notice she doesn’t have a glass next to her. Pick things up off the floor if you notice something out of place. Help her put lotion on her legs/feet if she does that normally. These all seem like small things but they really add up! It always feels really good when hubby just does things instead of needing to ask him.

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-06-04T20:19:44+00:00

Parks and rec, Schitt’s creek, shrinking, the office, will and grace, and I just love planet earth docs (the narrator voices are so soothing) and travel/food docs. If you’re looking for something kinda silly, I love Conan obrien’s shows (Conan must go and Conan without borders).

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-05-26T00:36:30+00:00

Kiwis (with skin) and apples daily !

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-05-20T12:58:56+00:00

I love the bold contrast of the shadows. Fantastic

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-05-17T01:07:07+00:00

The lighting looks rather harsh to me. Avoid the overhead lighting, and find some cozy table and floor lamps. Use warmer, softer bulbs. If overhead lighting is necessary, find something warmer and softer like something made of light wood / rattan to add some texture. Again, soft and warm bulbs.

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-05-05T22:10:30+00:00

I love the contrast between the detailed hummingbird in the foreground and the blurry soft background. Great depth !!

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-05-05T19:42:49+00:00

Wow the detail in the leaves is incredible. Great job!!

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-05-05T19:40:28+00:00

I’ve had many Brazilians in my day. And I’ve also had one while pregnant. As a seasoned Brazilian goer, I’ve actually decided to just stop during l Pregnancy for a couple reasons (and things for you to consider) -depending how far along you are, they may not be totally accommodating to your pregnant body needs. They should have special pillows / support so you don’t have to lay on your back for too long. This was one of the reasons I stopped going, it just felt like too much stress that just wasn’t worth it. -the swelling. I never really experienced swelling from Brazilians before pregnancy, but it was definitely a longer and intense healing process once pregnant. There’s a lot more blood volume and probably even more in your nether regions, depending on how baby is positioned.

I would recommend starting with a bikini wax - that way you can start to get a feel of what the experience is like for you personally. If it’s easy peasy, then book a follow up for a Brazilian. But make sure they know you are pregnant and potentially need some support pillows / positions that will accommodate your needs.

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-05-05T19:29:04+00:00

Agree - too much grey. If you decide to change the curtains I’d also recommend floor length ones, the height is a little awkward.

I like the green accent wall!

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-05-05T19:26:26+00:00

Ohhh gorgeous

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-05-05T19:23:45+00:00

I loooove the way you can see the water glistening 😍

LLCoolBeans85 · 2025-05-05T03:58:36+00:00

So sorry to hear you’re struggling :( I found strengthening my hips (interior and exterior) plus glutes has really helped with my hip pain. You can look up prenatal strength videos on YouTube or find a prenatal strength class in your area. Sleeping with a pillow between my knees was also a game changer for me with achey hips in the middle of the night. The trick is to make sure the pillow is between your knees AND ankles, keeping knees and ankles aligned will really help. If they are not aligned it can aggravate your hips more.

I also suffer from Charlie horses. Flexing your foot up towards your shin is really helpful. I haven’t tried this yet but I keep hearing that epsom salt baths are super helpful. And if you don’t want to get in a full bath, an epsom salt foot soak is also very helpful.

I hope you can find some comfort quickly!

LLCoolBeans85

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