My name is Lauren. I am 28 years old. Massachusetts native, now living in New York.
Mama to my sweet Scarlett. Ty's fiancé. I love fashion, decorating, & party planning, but above all of those things, I love writing. It is where my heart is & what I aspire to do. I'm not perfect & I don't pretend to be. This is me, flaws and all.
I'm versatile. I try to do at least one good thing a day for someone else. I forgive easily. I'm a little dramatic,
very passionate & a sucker for all things love.
I couldn't possibly tell you everything about me in a few paragraphs. Too intricately sewn together for such an easy explanation....aren't we all? I hope you come back and read often. I'd love to get to know you!!
FAQ’s
What do you believe in? I believe that the minuscule things in life, are the grand things. How we interact, dress, how we kiss, cry, what we eat, how we react....They are all small details to an extraordinary life that each one of us live. I believe in God. I believe that love is the one true thing that matters.
How did you meet your fiancé, Ty? In a whirlwind love story that you can read about HERE.
Why did you start blogging? I created this blog because I wanted to share my experiences, life & writings with others as well as document them for family now and in the future. It's my creative outlet that I hope, will help or inspire others.
I read that you are writing a book. What is it about? Yes, I am. I write a lot about love. I have been working on a book for the last year or so. It is a controversial love story. I hope to publish it in the future.
You and Ty seem to have a great relationship. What is your secret? It’s no secret. We work at it. We don’t give up. We forgive and we address issues. Ty loves me hard and has shown me happiness in many ways. You can read more of my thoughts on love & heartache here.
Can you give me some advice on love? I’m not a muse, by any means, but here’s my advice. I spent too much time trying to make love happen. It took me many years, in a previous relationship, to realize you don’t have to force love. Relationships might be hard but love is easy. Don’t settle. Find the one that is easy to love.
Where are you from? We are from Massachusetts but currently living in New York. Recently, Ty left his job as a firefighter and an electrician to pursue a management opportunity in New York.
Do you work? When we moved to New York, I left my job as a banker and I am now a stay at home mother who is working on my writings. Thanks to my fiancé, who is a great provider, I have the luxury of doing so.
You wrote about how you have changed dramatically in the last 5 years, from wild-child to loving mother. What changed your outlook? There is something calming about becoming a mother. When Scarlett was born, I felt my life finally had purpose. Scarlett has shown me that the best things in life aren’t things at all. And of course, Ty has changed me, too. When I watch the way Ty lives his life, it inspires me to become a better person.
You wrote about how you have changed dramatically in the last 5 years, from wild-child to loving mother. What changed your outlook? There is something calming about becoming a mother. When Scarlett was born, I felt my life finally had purpose. Scarlett has shown me that the best things in life aren’t things at all. And of course, Ty has changed me, too. When I watch the way Ty lives his life, it inspires me to become a better person.
What is your parenting style? I don’t have a specific parenting style. I never read What to Expect When your Expecting or What To Expect the First Year, (although I’ve heard they are very informative). I believe in listening to your instinct and when I have questions, I ask my mother, sister or doctor. I have tried the CIO method for 3 days and will never try it again. (That’s not to say that it doesn’t work for others.) I held Scarlett a lot. I nursed her for 10 months. I don’t push her into new things. I let her go at her own pace. I didn’t use cloth diapers. I truly feel that you should listen to your instinct when it comes to your child. Not one baby is alike, the way we raise them shouldn’t be either. My parenting style is versatile. I use what works for my baby.
How Old is Scarlett? 21 months.
Are you going to have more babies? We hope so. But not right this minute. Right now, we are focusing on Scarlett, our wedding and enjoying these moments of our lives.
How did you stay in such good shape after having a baby? I answered this HERE.
Where do you shop for Scarlett’s clothes? Everywhere! A lot of vintage and thrift shops. Go HERE for more info.
Who takes your photos? Ty usually. Sometimes me with a tripod.
Do you feel you are successful? One of my favorite quotes is one of my own:
“You can be whatever you want. The world is full of opportunity,
But I think the most important thing to be in life, is happy.”
-Lauren Rebecca
Right now, I am successful because I am happy.
