Well, I am happy to say that I have made it through the weekend without Ben! Everyone is alive and well!! If you saw my previous post you know that we went ice skating together as a family Friday night before he left. This was the first time we skated indoor and the first time that everyone was able to hold their own for the most part. Both Savannah (5) and Judah (nearly 4), skated around with the help of some buckets. Ava (6) was a champ skating around like a pro, taking a fall here and there. Ben might as well have been an Olympic medalist! For not really looking forward to this little outing (due to being cold and thinking I was going to be falling the entire time), I enjoyed myself and didn’t fall once! We had a blast!! Saturday and Sunday were spent relaxing and hanging out with some really good friends in San Fran. Needless to say, the kids and I have kept quite busy! I will keep you posted on my solo parenting over the next 8 days!
Another way I am staying busy is this blog! Love connecting with you all and sharing this space to create! I chose this dress from Dainty Jewells for a few reasons. 1) It has this vintage, timeless vibe. 2) I absolutely love the color and print 3) The cut of this dress is flattering for just about anyone! Have you heard about Dainty Jewells before? Here is a bit of the back story to this clothing line:
“Dainty Jewell’s originally began as a creative outlet for sixteen year old Charity Jewell. As a young woman intent on living a godly life, she desired to dress not only modestly but in a way that was classy and fashionable. Charity eventually began designing items to sell to other women with similar values and beliefs. She first began by simply up-cycling tops, skirts, and dresses by adding embellishments; these bows, ruffles, and attention to dainty details on these garments was the start of a signature line that continues to the present in all of Dainty Jewell’s original designs. Throughout the last few years, Dainty Jewell’s has expanded not only as a modest clothing company but as a ministry for women all across the world who desire to present themselves as intentional ladies”.
Isn’t that amazing?! I love a dress or a clothing line with a mission! Putting purpose to fashion is so powerful and effective. This dress is one of 100’s of pieces in their shop! Check them all out here. I hope you all had a fantastic weekend! Praying you all have an amazing week ahead! Much love,
Ruthie xo
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Anna says
Cute dress! Good luck with solo parenting! I know it takes A LOT of patience. ~Anna http://www.pepperandlife.com
Caroline says
You look amazing as always! And you rock as a super mama, hope I’m as good as you one day 😉
songbirdechoes says
My darling, this dress is so lovely!! Aww I’m sure hubby/dad is missed, but it sounds like you’re doing a wonderful job 🙂
simplygailg says
Glad you made it through ice skating and you enjoyed it! Love the dress – you look beautiful! Xoxo
Ela (@WunderBliss) says
Seriously obsessed with this dress!!! I love vintage and you did such an amazing job styling this dress. Heading over to Dainty Jewells now – thanks for introducing me to this brand:-).
Love your photos so much Ruthie! Have a great week:-)
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MemeSu says
Love how you put this together with the nude touches! I’m going to head over to their shop and check out more of their pieces! Thanks for sharing!
Kait Elizabeth says
You take the prettiest photos! Good luck the week love. Hugs, Kait
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Emily says
Great to hear that you had fun with your kids, I haven’t skated in so long! You look gorgeous here as usual 🙂
xoxo Emily
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Janna Doan says
ruthie–love the vintage dress on you dear. and ice skating; so much fun! cheers to an amazing week ahead love. xoxo,
janna | http://www.jannadoan.com
Diane says
Ice skating is fun! Beautiful dress.
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ruthieridley says
Thank you Diane!! xo
Samantha says
I am loving this look – especially your light accessories! You look so great xoxo Samantha | http://www.pearlsandpolkadots.net
ruthieridley says
Thank you gorgeous!! xo
stopdropandvogue says
You wear the cutest dresses! I love how they are generally more modest because I like that style too! Also, there’s nothing more cozy than a soft, long dress 🙂
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ruthieridley says
Thank you Taylor!! You are so kind! xo
worldwidestylista says
This dress is perfect on you! This vintage and classic vibe will never go out of style!
xoxo, CiCi
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ruthieridley says
I completely agree! Thank you babe! xo
Shell says
Such a gorgeous dress! You look incredible!
I am happy to hear that you are doing well without Ben you little supper mommy!
xo, Shell
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ruthieridley says
You are so sweet Shell! Thank you!! xo
Joyce Davies says
You are so fabulous!! I love it!!! Hun, your such a strong woman!! You can solo parent like a champion!!!! That dress is amazing, and I still waiting to have my first ice skating experience.
Hugs & Love
Joy
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ruthieridley says
Awwwww! Thx love! All by the grace of God. Love ya dear xo
Annie says
I also love the passion + purpose behind this clothing line, what an inspiring story! I love all of your picks. You can do no wrong!!
xo Annie
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ruthieridley says
Omg!! Your comment made my day. I adore you!!
Jen Frick (@mrsjenfrick) says
This dress has an “Old Hollywood Glam” feel and you are rocking it, looking so beautiful!! I saw your snaps from ice skating and your family is just too adorable for words!! Looks like you had such a great time!! xoxo
Jen | MrsJenFrick.com
ruthieridley says
I honestly just love you. I hope we get to have coffee together one day. You are just the sweetest!!
blushandbubbly says
I love the story behind DanityJewell! You look timeless and stunning! xoxo
ruthieridley says
Thank you Chelsea! You are always SO sweet to me xo
Angelle says
You can rock anything, and I would love it!! Your beauty makes all clothing extra pretty!!
XOXO,
Angelle
ruthieridley says
Oh my gosh. How are you my bestie and we haven’t even met in person. I adore you. xo
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