Jul 8, 2015 | Issa Brooke, Maternity, Motherhood, Under the Influence
Of all the differences between Cora’s birth and Issa’s birth, one of the best changes was adding a birth playlist for Issa’s home birth. I thought it might feel a little forced to have the candles flickering, peaceful music playing, and dim lights,...
Nov 4, 2011 | Under the Influence
For some unknown reason, my taste in music has leaned towards the clubby, pop anthems as of late, and I can’t say I’m even embarrassed. It seems that Britney Spears is the latest artist to catch my ear. Just last night as we were walking out of a...
Oct 24, 2011 | Under the Influence
Rihanna has not really been doing it for me lately, but “We Found Love” has been playing over and over on my YouTube channel for the past few days. Yes, I realize the video is controversial, and yes, I realize the guy looks a little like Chris Brown, but...
Aug 12, 2011 | Under the Influence
I’ll admit it: I’m a total sap anyways, and being pregnant has made me cry over just about anything. The other day I was driving to work and this song came on the radio…go figure, I started tearing up. Granted, my darling husband just left a few days...
Jul 8, 2011 | Fashion & Style, Under the Influence
“Kids” by the band Sleigh Bells is the epitome of summer days spent by the pool in a great swimsuit with a Sonic slush in hand. I envision a bright monokini like this one from Missoni and some funky shades like these from Prada (these are SO on my must...
Jun 23, 2011 | Under the Influence
Love them or hate them, you have to admit Train makes some pretty catchy tunes. Yes, “Hey, Soul Sister” got on my nerves by the end of last summer too, and “Drops of Jupiter” will always remind me of high school, but I still love their...
