Royal Baby Names

An Article came out yesterday that then name Elizabeth Diana Carole is top name for baby Windsor. It's seems that a lot of the world is convinced that Kate & Wills are having a girl. I won't lie I am wanting a little girl more than a little boy... because who doesn't love a little princess. I am sure however, no matter the gender of this baby it will be a cute one. Wills looks just like his mother Diana and Kate is a pretty lady too.
As your Royal Baby correspondent I have been thinking long and hard about baby names. And the three names predicted were on my list, among several others.


Little royal lady...

Elizabeth: An obvious classic choice, named after several Elizabeths. The queen, Kate's middle name is Elizabeth and Kate's mother Carole middle name is also Elizabeth.

Diana: I am sure, if the royal baby is a girl the name Diana will be incorporated somehow. I am not sure they would give the baby the first name Diana, for one I am not sure how the Royal Family would feel Diana wasn't exactly their favorite... but it's also a huge responsibility to carry that name. Diana is one of the most beloved women not only in England but around the world. Giving a baby that name seems like a lot of pressure. However it wouldn't surprise if it was a a middle name. I could see them even calling her by her middle name. Maybe little D or Di.

Philippa: I love the name Philippa. Kate's best friend (although I wish it was me) is her sister  Philippa  or "Pippa" as we like to call her. Phillip is the name of William's grandfather so this name has two meanings behind it. Philippa wouldn't be a first name.

Carole: The name of Kate's mum! It won't be a fist name but It could easily be one of the middle names.

Victoria: A classic English name. the Windsors come from a long line of Victorias. It's a pretty name and also a family name (i.e.Queen Victoria)

Charlotte: Charlotte (along with Vivian) is one of my favorite names! I could see Kate & William using this name... Since William's dads name is Charles and Pippa's middle name is Charlotte... I hope they don't use it... I liked it first.

Now for prince names,

Spencer: I can't imagine Spencer being a first name, but to honor William's mother and her side of the family I could see Spencer being in the child's name somewhere.

Henry: William's best friend is his mischievous ( and handsome ) brother Harry. Again I don't see this name as first name but is definitely a possibility! ( I also think Henrietta could be a fun a name for a little girl...)

Arthur : One of Williams middle names and popular family name. (not a huge fan of this name)

William: I wouldn't be surprised if William named his son William or had it as a middle name.Its a great name with lots of nicknames available.

Charles: Not just after Prince Charles, but after Diana's brother, William's uncle Charles.

Those are my predictions, but then again who really has any idea. We won't know the name of the baby until it arrives and I sure I will be waiting by tv with a bowl of popcorn and a glass of champagne!

xx
Your Royal Baby Correspondent,
Kimmy

We're happy free confused and lonely at the same time

Whether or not you like Taylor Swift, you just can't deny that the  lyrics to her song 22 are perfect for the 20 something age group. It references all of the "miserable & magical" things that you feel when you're in your 20s.

"Where happy free confused and lonely at the same time"
YES, To all of the above. I am at the this huge crossroad in my life and I have no idea where my life is taking me. I am graduating from college at the end of APRIL. Yes, this April I will officially be a college graduate.(Wait...What?)
I have been in school since I was 4(if you count preschool) 18 years of school! I know how to do school, school means routine and structure. However, when April rolls around I will no longer be in school. What I am suppose to do with the rest of my life? Where I am suppose to go?How am going to find a job? Where is my husband? All these questions and more are constantly running through my mind.

     I am not the only one in this limbo land of 20 somethings. Some of my friends are getting married, others are married and some are having babies. I don't fit into any of those categories! so where does that put me!? I fall in to this miserable and magical world of single-hood. I can literally go wherever the wind takes me. I have no one to report to and no one to hold me back. I can be spontaneous, go on an adventure and not have to worry about another person. I AM FREE. but with freedom often comes those moments of sadness. I begin to think,Why am I not married? Why doesn't anyone love me? Is there something wrong with me? And then I think, Do I even want any of those things right now? I would really like to have a successful job before I get married and I would like to move before I meet someone. So when I reason with myself I realize, I need to celebrate my 20 something life style. Someday I will think back to my 20 something life and think,Why didn't I live more in the moment?

     So here's to hanging out with girlfriends, staying up late, game nights, drinking coffee, unplanned adventures, tv marathons, long walks, margaritas, reading on the beach, going to concerts,snowy days, cozy sweaters,DIY projects, and dressing like Kate Mid.

Embrace your 20s, celebrate you and live a little.

xx
Kimmy

Ps. Here is a  link to this great song, that is currently my ringtone...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vYiRgRyGyMg

Galentines Day

I realize this is a bit later than I anticipated, but the thought of skipping a post devoted to the women I hold nearest and dearest just wouldn't do. Last month a very serious woman love fest was held in the name of Galentines Day! The idea was stolen from the one and only, Leslie Knope of Parks and Recreation. It's traditionally the day before Valentines Day that gal pals gather to celebrate being a woman and being a friend.

Our Galentines Day was held at the fantastic and delicious Beezy's Cafe in Ypsilanti, MI. We all grabbed breakfast and exchanged silly, heartfelt gifts and cards while chatting about life, love, and other outrageously inappropriate topics. After the meal was exchanged, a few of us kept the love fest going with a viewing of Warm Bodies.

The day was perfect. I am so unbelievably in love with the women in my life. My sisters, mom, friends, mentors..... They're such a blessing it is ridiculous! I truly am surrounded by the most incredible support system and I am so thankful. Honestly have NO IDEA what I would do without you!! In case you missed the Instagram flood, here are some highlights. Wish I had space for more!

Xoxo, Hannah

Kate Middy: Baby Bump Update.

     It's no secret to those who know that I love Kate Middleton. One December morning I looked to check the time on my phone,  I had 6 missed phone calls, 7 texts and 4 twitter notifications, and 2 facebook posts from people asking me about my excitement of the news that HRH Kate was pregnant with the heir to the thrown! I wish I could explain in words just how I excited I was.. My entire afternoon that day was spent watching the British television.

     I guess you could say I am bit obsessed with Kate Middleton. While her and William were dating, I was told by someone that I looked liked Kate. I was flattered but I knew it wasn't true, I decided to photo shop my face onto her body.The picture was of her and William's engagement announcement. People began commenting on the photo and some didn't even know it was me, they thought it was Kate! Ever since then I have been associated with her by my friends and family. I LOVE IT. How fun is it to adore a celebrity and kind of look like them?  But my love & reasons for liking her will come in another post. This post is about that baby bump!

     As soon as I heard the news that Kate was expecting, people asked me when I thought she was due. I guessed that June early July because Kate wanted to wait until the three month mark to tell the public but had to go to the hospital (at about 8 weeks) due to severe morning sickness.  I have been waiting anxiously to see what Kate would wear during pregnancy.I think because of Kate's pregnancy maternity clothes are changing. Kate is known for her classy style and that hasn't changed since her pregnancy began. THIS IS SO WONDERFUL FOR PREGNANT WOMEN EVERYWHERE. Stores like target are jumping on the classy & trendy bandwagon and making cute clothes for pregnant women! FINALLY. Now I have never been pregnant but I can tell you that most women I know hate the clothing.

I have decided to be your official royal baby bump correspondent. I promise to post pictures and keep you updated on the Royal pregnancy. I will post about Kate's clothes, baby name predictions and much more, After all it's the least I can do.

These two photos are from Kate's outing today in Grimbsy. I hope I look like Kate when I am expecting. You can't even tell she has a bump. Her lovely brown coat with highwaisted belt and dress like fit looks stunning on her. I also really like the small belt like band around the sleeve. I am sure we will see a knock off version of this coat hit our stores in the next few weeks. 

I will leave you with this photo, it's my favorite of Kate so far.

I love how natural this photo is,It's a great candid of Kate's hand is placed gently on her belly. 

    The photo looks like it just of an ordinary expectant couple.

Have an enchanting Tuesday, from one princess to another,

xoxo

Kimmy 

 Photos curtesy of:
 [Leon Neal / AFP / Getty Images]