tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17146738832896721192024-02-18T18:53:50.497-08:00Steppin' Out with my BabiesToeing the line of fashion and motherhoodAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04102725548046059864noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1714673883289672119.post-37262729125913665712013-05-22T07:51:00.000-07:002013-05-22T12:50:14.498-07:00Connecting the Dots<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This could also be called Trend Alert!! But all that really means is Trend "This trend has been around for a while but I'm just now getting brave enough to try it" Alert!</div>
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My cobalt skinnies? Yeah, colored jeans had been on the radar for what, maybe a year..more?..before I jumped on that rainbow band wagon (And I am SO happy I did)</div>
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So now I'm dabbling in patterned denim. I was originally looking for a more "classic" subtle dotted jean..but all the one I saw were low rise. And low rise just isn't for me anymore. Mid to High rise are all I'm going for these days. So when Gap had a crazy sale I daringly ordered them.</div>
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Opinion? When I first opened them up I swear I was going to have a panic attack..so many "bold" dots! Then...when I put them on....magic happened...and...I...loved...them! I actually found myself saying that they felt "sophisticated". Am I nuts folks? </div>
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The fit is perfect and the dots aren't as "in your face crazy" as I first imagined them to be. The only thing I am still getting used to is the "skimmer" length. Or "High-water" as this length was called back in my day ha!</div>
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I just purposefully shelled out money for High-Water Jeans....</div>
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But I'm getting used to it..and feel very Audrey Hepburn-ish, and that's ALWAYS a good thing :)</div>
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So, tired of my ramblings yet? Let's get to the goods!</div>
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I'm also planning out outfits for my "weekend getaway"..an easy breezy stylish outfit for the airport and some mix and match outfits for the weekend. Here's what I was thinking for the flight. Thoughts?</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hubster: Why is your shirt half-tucked in with no belt?</td></tr>
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Hubster: But...it's leopard..with dots?? I don't get it..<br />
Me: It's a thing, "mixing prints, ya know"<br />
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But seriously, folks, I am kind of on the fence with mixing prints. My only attempts thus far have been pretty subtle. Does this work? Be honest now...don't send this gal through the airport lookin' all crazy!<br />
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And for when it gets a bit chilly (Because my Southern Blood can't handle anything colder that 75) A little Fleece Moto Jacket..though I'm not sure it works with the shoes...sigh..<br />
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And these jeans aren't just good for standing around..they held up perfectly in lounging around with my Little Miss.<br />
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And For Curious Minds Who May Want to Know:<br />
Shirt: Pea in the Pod Maternity (still wear 'em, still love 'em!)<br />
Jeans: 1969 Gap Skimmers<br />
Belt: J.Crew (Thank you Christmas Elves!)<br />
Shoes: The "Ellen" Vince Camuto (My fav flats...ever..)<br />
Moto Jacket: Modcloth<br />
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I'm also thinking pairing the jeans with my Trusty Chambray and Ankle Booties for the flight..we'll see<br />
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I'd love your thoughts! How would you style these jeans?<br />
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Until next time, Lots of Love!!<br />
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Linkin' up with <a href="http://thepleatedpoppy.com/category/what-i-wore/">The Pleated Poppy</a>, <a href="http://smalltownbigwardrobe.com/2013/05/22/trend-to-try-silver-shoes/">Whatever Works Wednesday</a>, <a href="http://transatlanticblonde.blogspot.com/2013/05/what-i-wore-wednesday-zulily.html">What I Wore Wednesday</a>, <a href="http://fashionandbeautyfinds.blogspot.com/2013/05/keeping-it-casual-11-link-up.html">Keeping It Casual</a>, <a href="http://www.mythriftychic.com/2013/05/anything-everything-blog-hop-10.html">Anything and Everything</a>, <a href="http://getyourprettyon.com/i-feel-pretty-on-weekends/">I Feel Pretty</a> and <a href="http://www.rolleduppretty.com/2013/05/homemade-baby-smackins.html">Rolled Up Pretty</a>!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04102725548046059864noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1714673883289672119.post-33478713069392418802013-05-19T14:25:00.001-07:002013-05-19T22:17:33.970-07:00What I Wore Sunday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">
So..Blogging this week..FAIL! I am so sorry...It was just <i>one of those weeks. </i>I was struck with a never-want-it-again sinus headache for the first part of the week. My son was also sick. And somehow my daughter still managed to survive us both. </div>
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So I looked the part of Functioning Death for the majority of this week and thought I would spare you all. You can thank me by forgiving my absence from Blog World ;) </div>
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But today..today was MUCH better. We were actually on track to make it to church on time (you can pick your jaws up off the ground ;), we were loading the kiddos up, my hubster and I mentally high-fiving ourselves for accomplishing this <b>Feat of Impossibility</b> wheeeeennnnnnnn.....our neighbor stopped to have a chat. And chat. Annnnnnd chat. I am not sure if he didn't realize we were trying to get to church, or maybe he thought we just liked to get all dolled up for Denny's..either way...</div>
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But I'm not complaining, because this neighbor has also been working in triple digit heat to repair our shared fence (lest you think my Hubster is a slacker..this very generous neighbor decided to do it while my Hubster was at work..I'm not sure why. But, I am ever-grateful!)</div>
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And if returning a bit of generosity in some friendly neighbor chatter means we are late to church, then, by all means, we are late to church. </div>
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But...we <i>would've</i> been there on time....just so you know ;)</div>
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Now, enough of MY chatter! Here's what I wore Sunday!</div>
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This skirt. This skirt I love. This top. This top I love. The two together? Love. (Anyone else feeling like I am writing a fashion version of See Jane Run??)</div>
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But...why do I love it so much? Because, it is light and airy and just flows. It seriously make me happy!</div>
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I went Plum and Gold with my make-up for this and then pretty simple with the jewelry. When my top has an interesting neckline I usually don't like to wear a necklace. I feel it takes away from the top and is just "too much"..but that's just me.</div>
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For Curious Minds Who May Want to Know:<br />
Shirt: Marshalls (I think it was 12 bucks, score!)<br />
Skirt: BB Dakota (Hautelook deal, score!)<br />
Earrings: Francesca's<br />
Bracelets: Gift from my Mom<br />
Shoes: Not...really..featured...hmmmm...well, if anyone wants to imagine, they were a low-wedge gold and strappy :)<br />
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Also, this next weekend I am flying. By myself. Translation? Travelling without kiddos!! Ummm I don't even know if I remember how to do that! I can bring a book AND read it! I can wear cute clothes and KEEP them cute! Heck, I could take a nap on the plane..oooooh the possibilities!<br />
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But, this also means, my first time away from the kiddos over night, let alone for 4 days! Truth be told, I'm a little nervous. I already am missing them. I know they are in good hands with the Hubster..but Mama won't be there...<br />
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I am praying it all goes well. I am travelling across country to visit a dear friend of mine who had a baby a few weeks ago...and for this short trip, it just makes more sense (with time and money) for just myself to go.<br />
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But...if anyone can spare a prayer or two for me, I'd sure appreciate it ;)<br />
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Until next time, Lots of Love!<br />
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Linkin' up with <a href="http://www.finelinenandpurple.com/2013/05/19/what-i-wore-sunday-volume-31/">FLAP</a>, <a href="http://www.myturnforus.com/2013/05/lets-get-social-sunday-21.html">Let's Get Social</a>, <a href="http://www.planepretty.com/2013/05/sunday-style-hot-pink.html">Plane Pretty</a>, <a href="http://lipglossandcrayons.com/2013/05/striped-dress-lendperk-and-yolo-mondays/">Yolo Monday</a> and <a href="http://watchoutforthewoestmans.blogspot.com/2013/05/watch-what-im-wearing_19.html">WWIW</a>!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04102725548046059864noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1714673883289672119.post-62162200928816776222013-05-12T14:45:00.000-07:002013-05-12T14:54:53.298-07:00What I Wore SundayOn Mother's Day! I love that I am blessed to be able to celebrate this day as a Mother. It's not an easy gig, but it is priceless and worth every cost, every wiped bum, every dirty room, every worry turned to prayer. It is worth a Post-Baby-Body and peanut butter on my clothes. It is worth sticky messes, sticky fingers, and sticky kisses. It is worth crumbs under my table, a broken plate-or two, and the forgotten memory of uninterrupted sleep.<br />
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Because what I gain...what I gain is immeasurable. What I learn is invaluable. The love I have is unfathomable.<br />
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And so I wrap my arms, and my heart, around my Two Little Loves, my two hearts, and I am thankful. So very thankful. I am blessed to be their Mama.<br />
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and this is what we got ;)</td></tr>
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I LOVE this dress..if I could live in it..I just might ;) It is like wearing a long T-shirt. I went a bit more "bronzy" with the make-up.<br />
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One of the many facets of being a Mama? Becoming the Human Jungle Jim ;)<br />
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For Curious Minds Who May Want to Know:<br />
Dress: Heaven...umm, I mean, BCBG (I think??) (Scored for cheap at marshalls a couple years ago)<br />
Shoes: Yes, I'm wearing them..they just aren't really visible ha!<br />
Necklace: Made by Mom :)<br />
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Wishing you all a wonderful (relaxing??) Mother's Day!<br />
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I'm off to watch some Dr. Who with the Hunbster while the kiddos are down....I can't believe I'm a Who-Fan. I guess that's what happens when you've been married almost a decade :)<br />
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Until next time, Lots of Love!<br />
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Linkin up with <a href="http://www.finelinenandpurple.com/2013/05/12/what-i-wore-sunday-volume-30/">FLAP</a> and <a href="http://watchoutforthewoestmans.blogspot.com/2013/05/watch-what-im-wearing.html">WWIW</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04102725548046059864noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1714673883289672119.post-64457317796088743872013-05-08T15:06:00.000-07:002013-05-08T15:15:10.686-07:00Gingham? Check!I'm sorry, I couldn't resist the pun.. Hi, I'm Abby-have we met? ha!<br />
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So, remember the long weekend with the Fam? Three glorious days of a house extra-full of love, this Mama getting to shut the door while Nature Called, AND putting together Put-Together Outfits (instead of wkout pants and a T...you know, like I'm...wearing....right....now.... sigh ;)<br />
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Well, here was my Day Two of "Hi, I"m actually not afraid to be seen by the masses!" Outfit!<br />
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(btw, by a show of hands...who else is squinting due to the glaring brightness that is our Desert Sun? I promise you I'm not scowling...I'm just trying not to have my eyes scorched ha!)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">There..how 'bout that..better?..except now it looks as if I have no feet!</td></tr>
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So, in growing my hair out I have been trying different ways to style it (After almost a decade of having a short cut..I'm outta practice!)<br />
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SO here is my attempt to make a Pony more interesting: a little bit teased and side swept in the front...<br />
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Annnnd a double Pony in the back...so I can see a bit of tweaking probably needs to be done. But overall I think I like it! Thoughts? Suggestions? I'm allllllll ears!<br />
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And, here's my outfit in The Real World (because, I only have so much time (all of 3 minutes, maybe?) to play Pretend Model (haha!)<br />
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And there you have it folks!<br />
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For Curious Mind Who May Want to Know<br />
Gingham shirt: Mossimo (Goodwill 2$, score!)<br />
Neckalce: Made by my Mom (score..on the necklace AND having the best Mom ever!)<br />
Jeans: Levi's Mid-rise (cuffed by me) MY FAVORITE PAIR of JEANS EVER!<br />
Shoes: Cheapies from Kmart<br />
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Until Next Time, Lots of Love!<br />
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Linkin up with <a href="http://thepleatedpoppy.com/2013/05/what-i-wore-wednesday-117/">The Pleated Poppy</a>, <a href="http://transatlanticblonde.blogspot.com/2013/05/what-i-wore-wednesday-met-ball.html">Transatlantic Blonde</a>, <a href="http://smalltownbigwardrobe.com/2013/05/08/splurge-or-save-wedge-espadrilles/">Small Town Big Wardrobe</a>, and <a href="http://fashionandbeautyfinds.blogspot.com/2013/05/keeping-it-casual-9-link-up.html">Keeping it Casual</a>!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04102725548046059864noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1714673883289672119.post-47107943676959134512013-05-05T14:39:00.002-07:002013-05-05T18:31:50.988-07:00What I Wore Sunday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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What? We were on time to church today? Ummmmm...no... But, we were so so so so so so SO close it might as well have been on time. I think there needs to be an "On Time"-without kids, and an "On Time"-with kids. Dontcha think?<br />
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SOoooooooo, this dress. I am SOooooooo excited about this dress! I was recently introduced to a (dangerously) fabulous shopping site called Modcloth.com. Dangerous, I tell you. Well it just so happened that I plucked up the courage and took the plunge when their Stylish Surprise came around.<br />
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What's a Stylish Surprise? Well you pay $15 (which I love) plus shipping (which I hate) and you are guaranteed to receive an item worth $30-$300.<br />
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It was seriously like Christmas! I was so nervous wondering what they would send me. Would I like it? Would I get a really expensive item?<br />
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And finally, when I opened up the box and saw this I was SO thrilled! I love mustard (the color and the condiment ha!) And I love the sweet, girly style of this dress. And I love that it originally sold for over a $100! Score!<br />
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For Those Just Interested in the Accessories ;) Also, I'm wearing lipstick! Bright red(ish) lipstick! I never thought I would be a red(ish) lipstick girl...but maybe I am? Whaddya think?<br />
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I highly recommend starting your day off with a good ol' Twirl...it really did make me happy ;)<br />
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I love the movement of this dress! However...I must say..this dress is not made for a windy day, or any day with any hint of movement in the air. I may or may not have shown my skivvies when a gust (or flutter) of wind blew by while I was busy with the kids...sigh...<br />
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But...I still love the dress ;)<br />
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And For Curious Minds Who May Want To Know:<br />
Dress: Modcloth<br />
Necklace: Random shop in Flagstaff, Az<br />
Bracelets: Nordstroms (Jr. Dept...yes, I know...)<br />
Shoes: Mossimo (4$, Goodwill, brand new, score!)<br />
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I hope you all have a Fabulous, Twirly, Sunday! Any Amazing Race fans out there? It's finale night! Who are you rooting for? I'm still not sure who I want to win...<br />
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Linkin' up with <a href="http://www.messywife.com/2013/05/what-i-wore-sunday-one-in-which-i-host.html">What I Wore Sunday</a>, <a href="http://www.thefoleyfam.com/2013/05/sunday-funday-52-link-up-party-1st-of-4.html">Sunday Funday</a>, <a href="http://www.myturnforus.com/2013/05/lets-get-social-sunday-19.html">Let's Get Social Sunday</a>, <a href="http://www.planepretty.com/2013/05/sunday-style-black-with-touch-of-gold.html">Plane Pretty</a> and <a href="http://watchoutforthewoestmans.blogspot.com/2013/05/watch-what-im-wearinggiveaway.html">WWIW</a>!<br />
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Until next time, give it a twirl, and Lots of Love!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04102725548046059864noreply@blogger.com29tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1714673883289672119.post-8416346009016542202013-05-02T21:04:00.001-07:002013-05-03T07:56:21.515-07:00Loose Interpretation <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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I saw this dress on a random late-night-I'm-up-way-too-late-why-am-I-still-up-? internet browse-fest. (Pinterest, you are all kinds of evil...and wonderfulness ;)<br />
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I surprised myself with how much I LOVED the color combination of mint and pink. I didn't find it too Cotton Candy. I really really loved the fresh feel of these colors together!<br />
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And so, I put my own spin on it (because as much as I love that dress and would wear it in a heartbeat..and wish I owned it..it really doesn't lend to chasing two kiddos ;)<br />
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So, here's my (loose) interpretation of it.<br />
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Thoughts? Yes? Truth be told, I think the shoes may be a bit "off" with the black..I really would love a pair of grey or khaki colored sneaks in my closet..but these will have to do in the meantime :)<br />
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And For Curious Minds Who May Want to Know:<br />
Mint Tank: Target<br />
Pink Shorts: J.Crew Factory<br />
Grey (vest? what is this item called anyway?): Marshalls<br />
Sneaks: Converse<br />
Bangles: Mom<br />
Necklace: Etsy<br />
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(<a href="http://www.aintnomomjeans.com/2013/04/how-we-wear-it-sneakers.html">Aint No Mom Jeans</a> and <a href="http://www.lifeinmod.com/2013/04/how-we-wear-it-sneaks.html">Life in Mod</a> this is how I wore it....again ha! Thanks for the fun :)<br />
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Also linkin' up with <a href="http://allthingschic.net/2013/05/fashion-friday-if-you-only-buy-five-things-this-spring.html">Fashion Friday</a>, <a href="http://www.longdistanceloving.net/2013/05/may-flowers.html">Friday's Fancies</a>,<a href="http://www.whatjeanlikes.com/search/label/aloha">Aloha Fridays</a>,<a href="http://twothirtyfivedesigns.blogspot.com/2013/05/casual-friday-link-up.html">Casual Fridays</a>,<a href="http://meandthem00n.blogspot.com/2013/05/find-follow-friday-22.html">Find and Follow Friday</a>,<br />
<a href="http://www.kellywestover.com/falling-for-friday-link-up-12/">Falling for Friday</a>,<a href="http://www.ohsoamelia.com/2013/05/the-friday-chaos-blog-hop-37-link-up.html">Friday Chaos</a>, <a href="http://www.xoxorebecca.com/2013/05/that-friday-blog-hop-94.html">That Friday Blog Hop</a>, and <a href="http://www.iamannekehn.blogspot.com/2013/05/fun-friday-blog-hop-18.html">Fun Friday Blog Hop</a>! Thanks so much!<br />
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Until next time, Lots of Love!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04102725548046059864noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1714673883289672119.post-13984596984850033702013-04-30T14:42:00.001-07:002013-05-01T09:09:28.183-07:00Maxin' Out..the Dress Version <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">
So, my house made it to "Clean" before the fam arrived (insert frazzled sigh of relief...here) So besides laughter, hugs, and a whole lotta food, what does Fam mean? It means THREE days of complete privacy in the bathroom for this Mama! (Things only another Mama could truly appreciate it, eh? ;) It also meant three days of More Put Together Outfits. (Because, lets face it, I try harder when other people are gonna see me ha!)</div>
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This also meant my pics had to be sneaky and <i>realquick </i>because no one-outside the Hubster...and well, you guys- know about this Bloggy Venture ;)</div>
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So with the weather already warming up to Unbearable I am breaking out the easy, flowy things in my closet.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I call this pose Deer in the Headlights..maybe due to the Pointy Rock I chose to sit on? Perhaps?</td></tr>
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For Curious Minds Who May Want to Know:<br />
Dress: MUDD (kohls) I know...I know...Jr.'s Dept...No excuses..<br />
Sandals: Bongo (Kmart)<br />
Bangle: Gift from my Mom<br />
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(I tend to do bare minimum in the Accessories Dept when the weather gets hot..why add more things to sweat through, eh?)<br />
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So until next time, Lots of Love!<br />
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Linking up with <a href="http://thepleatedpoppy.com/2013/05/what-i-wore-wednesday-116/">The Pleated Poppy</a>!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04102725548046059864noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1714673883289672119.post-17817705548579258402013-04-26T19:43:00.001-07:002013-04-26T22:23:50.093-07:00Little Glimpses<div style="text-align: justify;">
Most of my days I am caught up in the Now, in the Today, in the Laundry, and Diapers, the Messes and the Clean-ups. I am busy in Play-Dough, and Coloring and the Day-to-Day Busyness.</div>
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But every so often I get little glimpses, snapshots of the Future. These glimpses are always so bittersweet.</div>
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This afternoon was just such an occasion.</div>
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My children were finishing up their afternoon snack and we had the music going and my Son asked to dance with me. And so, his little hand in mine we danced around the kitchen. His Big Brown Eyes smiling up at me and telling me "I love dancing with loo, Mommy". And my heart smiled back and I told him that I loved dancing with him too.</div>
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Our dance turned into a Waltz as the song changed...and I found myself tearing up because, I saw this Little Boy, trying so hard to match his steps with mine, grown and in a Tuxedo- effortlessly leading me around the dance floor on his Wedding Day.</div>
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And then I looked down again, tears still threatening to spill, and I smiled as I once again saw my Little Boy just as he is. My Little Boy. His voice still Little, his hands still Little, his wonder and his heart so very very Big.</div>
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Bittersweet though they are, I love these spontaneous Glimpses. They remind me to pray for the Future, and trust God will lead and guide my children. And they remind me to hold these moments, these Todays, while they are still Little.</div>
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Because one day, it will be These Days that are my Little Glimpses.</div>
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I will forever cherish our Waltz Around the Kitchen, with his giggling and enthusiasm, and me beaming with joy. And on that Day, when I will look up to find a Young Man, I hope he knows that I will still see that Little Boy who once looked up at me with Big Brown Smiling Eyes.</div>
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Yes? Amen? I hear ya?! (I know this isn't probably the first time you've seen this little Bit O' Funny, but it doesn't make it any less true ;) Annnnnd such has been my week. I've got family coming in...ummm...tomorrow (YAY!) and my house still looks like...well we need not go into details. But it ain't pretty!<br />
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So, should I be trying to remedy that problem..maybe tackle the growing Laundry Blob Monster on my couch, or perhaps scrub out the dried yogurt off my floor (that been there I'm-not-admitting-number-of-days) Perhaps..Yes...But no. Instead I have...Pink Shorts!<br />
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And I Love Them! This season I have had Pink on the brain (the color not the singer ;) and thanks to Good Ol' Christmas Elves giving me a nice Ol' J.Crew Gift card I think I have finally found my perfect Short.<br />
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I am not even going to discuss Shorty-Shorts. Not Gonna Happen. Ever. And I've tried the Long Shorts (I have a couple 7" in my drawers) I wear them, but I don't love them. I don't feel they look good on me. Or maybe it's just me. No, it's the shorts. It's gotta be the shorts ;)<br />
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But, I think I have found my length, The 5"! I feel (age?!) Appropriate but still Stylish in these. And the color just makes me giddy!<br />
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Otherwise you get..this..(You may need sunglasses due to the jarring glare)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Hi, my legs haven't seen Sun in, oh, 5 Months...annnd I'm falling over"</td></tr>
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And for Those Just Interested in the Accessories ;)<br />
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And there you have it, folks! I liked the idea of pairing the longer tunic with the Shorter (but not Shorty) Shorts. (I tried the tunic with Capris and all it managed to do was make me look like I was wearing clothes that had shrunk in the dryer)<br />
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And For Curious Minds Who May Want to Know:<br />
Tunic: Coldwater Creek (via Goodwill $2 plus cost of alterations)<br />
Shorts: J. Crew Factory<br />
Wedges: Aerosoles (Old, Marshalls)<br />
Bangles: Forever 21<br />
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Now I'm going to ignore the Disaster that is My House and hope the Cleaning Fairies (or Cinderella's mice) come while I sleep. (Stranger things have happened??)<br />
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Until next time, Lots of Love!<br />
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Thanks to <a href="http://thepleatedpoppy.com/2013/04/what-i-wore-wednesday-115/">Pleated Poppy</a> and <a href="http://transatlanticblonde.blogspot.com/2013/04/what-i-wore-wednesday-hair-today-gone.html">Transatlantic Blonde</a> for letting me link up!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04102725548046059864noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1714673883289672119.post-69973214893478810882013-04-22T09:19:00.002-07:002013-04-22T14:18:04.886-07:00What I Wore Sunday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">
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Mama, "Ok kiddos, lets take a picture with Mama!"</div>
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So, this outfit was inspired by <a href="http://www.aintnomomjeans.com/2013/03/reader-q-how-to-style-a-lace-top-for-work.html">This post about lace tops</a> and <a href="http://www.aintnomomjeans.com/2013/03/reader-q-how-to-style-a-lace-top-for-work.html">This post about mint and red</a>.<br />
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I have actually had this lace top in my closet for years..but it has always<i> remained </i>in the back of my closet. Until I saw the Aint No Mom Jeans post on lace tops. I had high hopes of trying it with a cropped jacket, but our thermometer has reached 100...so even the thought of jackets is banished.<br />
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So instead, I layered it over a mint-colored tank and paired it with red. (And White Jeans)<br />
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And there you have it, folks! Sorry I'm late, I hope I can still join the party ;)<br />
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For Curious Minds Who May Want to Know:<br />
Lace top: Too old to remember, but the tag says "Fluerish" (??)<br />
Mint tank: Target<br />
White Jeans: Lucky Brand (I would like these jeans better if they didn't stretch out so much throughout the day causing the Saggy-looking Tushy Syndrome)<br />
Coral-Neckalce-used-as-bracelet: Gift<br />
Shoes: Carlos by Carlos Santana (old, from Marshalls)<br />
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Thanks to <a href="http://www.finelinenandpurple.com/2013/04/21/what-i-wore-sunday-volume-27/">FLAP</a>, <a href="http://watchoutforthewoestmans.blogspot.com/2013/04/watch-what-im-wearing_21.html">WWIW</a>, and <a href="http://www.planepretty.com/2013/04/sunday-style-dressin-up.html">Plane Pretty</a> for letting me join the fun!<br />
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Until next time, Lots of Love!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04102725548046059864noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1714673883289672119.post-47757382837238530012013-04-20T13:02:00.001-07:002013-04-25T15:38:37.761-07:00Saturday Soccer MomLinking up for How We Wear It with <a href="http://www.aintnomomjeans.com/2013/04/how-we-wear-it-sneakers.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:">Aint No Mom Jeans</a> and <a href="http://lifeinmodification.blogspot.com/2013/04/how-we-wear-it-sneaks.html">Life in Mod</a> Sneaker Edition!<br />
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So, it has begun. A life of Saturday Mornings at The Field. A Rush out the door whilst trying not to forget water-bottles, hats, sunscreen, camera, cleats..oh yeah, and the kiddos. Signing up for Orange Slices and other kid-friendly (but Mom approved) snacks and drinks.<br />
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In essence, I am officially a Soccer Mom.<br />
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But, do I have to look like a "soccer mom"? No! :)<br />
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However, I also have a 15 month old Baby Girl that needs watching, tending, and toddling after, so while I love the idea of being That Cool Mom in the Perfect Sundress or what-have-you, that's just not gonna happen.<br />
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But, here is what DID happen: Comfy T, cuffed denim, and easy slip on shoes! I ran out of time and therefore ran out the door without a stitch of make-up or hair sense, so I know I FAILED in the ball cap department.<br />
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But I don't have a fedora-type-cute-hat...so this is what I have to work with. (Hmmm, note to self: WHY didn't I think of a scarf?! Next time...next time...)<br />
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So, I've been quite sure I wasn't the type to pull off The Fedora....but maybe I outta give it a whirl. It'd at least be a step up from a ball cap, right? (Not even gonna mention the Pitifulness that is That Ponytail)<br />
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For Curious Minds Who May Want to Know:<br />
T-Shirt (I'm ready for the eye-rolls): Pea in the Pod<br />
Jeans: Levi's mid-rise (cuffed)<br />
Shoes: Kmart<br />
Sunnies: Marshalls<br />
Ballcap: No one is interested ;)<br />
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So, I hope everyone is having a GREAT Saturday. My house is full of Quiet Nappers, so I think I'm gonna take a light snooze on the couch.<br />
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But until next time, Lots of Love!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04102725548046059864noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1714673883289672119.post-29699993225163263192013-04-19T07:47:00.002-07:002013-04-19T08:01:52.309-07:00Did Someone Say Maxi?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">
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Why not both?? :) (Who doesn't love Maxine!)<br />
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So, not that I can undo it now..but I'm really wishing I had done things differently on that whole "Park Date" outfit. At the time I thought it was pretty good. But after looking at the pictures? It just looked sad...I was definitely missing some "punch" in that outfit.<br />
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But that is what this whole thing is about, trying different things. Some things work, and others (way too obviously) not so much ;)<br />
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But this skirt, this skirt I love!<br />
Skirts make me feel so girly (and yes, I'll admit, "twirly" ;)<br />
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In an effort to change things up a bit, and attempt to not repeat the errors of the Fashion Past, I tried a little side-knot with the T-shirt. I tried really really really really hard to NOT repeat my Big-Oversized-Knot-with-a-Tail of my Jr. High Years. I think I succeeded... yes? Perhaps?<br />
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For Curious Minds Who May Want to Know:<br />
Shirt: Pea in the Pod (Yes, I still wear them...and I wish I had more of them..SO comfy!)<br />
Skirt: BB Dakota (Hautelook score!!)<br />
Shoes: DSW<br />
Bracelets: Gift from my Mom (from Africa!)<br />
Earrings: Gift<br />
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There, I hope this outfit makes up for the last one! No drab or sad this time, eh?<br />
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And until next time, Lots of Love!<br />
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Linking up with <a href="http://twothirtyfivedesigns.blogspot.com/2013/04/casual-friday-link-up_19.html">Casual Friday Linkup</a>, <a href="http://www.thelaurenelizabeth.com/search/label/high%20five%20for%20friday">High Five for Friday</a>, and <a href="http://www.kellywestover.com/falling-for-friday-link-up-10/">Falling for Friday</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04102725548046059864noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1714673883289672119.post-33503561034442600922013-04-17T10:50:00.003-07:002013-04-17T14:33:20.118-07:00Chilly Park DaySO...those triple digits our thermometer was nearing? Apparently Weather can't make up her mind because it's dropped back into the 60's. Brrrrrrrrrr! (Ok, go ahead, laugh....I'll wait..still going?....I know, I know, but my thin Southern Blood doesn't like anything under 70!)<br />
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We had already planned to go to the park, so we foraged ahead. (btw, am I the only one who really doesn't like playdates? Don't get me wrong, I love it for the kids...but I always end up feeling that it becomes "clique-ish", gossipy, and a Mother's Competition of when her child did such and such. I just don't have the time, or energy, for that kind of Nonsense. But....is it just me?)<br />
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My park attire was a take from this <a href="http://www.aintnomomjeans.com/2013/04/mom-street-style-paolas-neon-chic-at-the-playground.html">Stylish Mama</a>. Ok, so I didn't do neon..or a vest..or..brown boots..or..really awesome sunnies...ok, seriously, what is wrong with me?! Ha! (I had glass star earring though, so maybe that's good enough?)<br />
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And that was me at the Park!<br />
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For Curious Minds Who May Want to Know:<br />
Scarf: BP (Nordstrom)<br />
Shirt: Micheal Stars (Zulily deal!)<br />
Jeans: Levi's skinny mid-rise.<br />
Boots: White Mountain (Zulily deal!)<br />
Necklace: Etsy<br />
Earrings: Gift<br />
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I hope you are all having a GREAT Wednesday! I have a sick Baby Girl on my hands today, so this Mama will be doing lots of snuggling couch time.<br />
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Oh and remember those Purple Jeans? Yes, at first I thought I loved them. The color was GREAT! The material SO SOFT! But they seemed much MUCH lower rise than my cobalts. Seriously, it was Perma-Plumber Tush. So, back they went.<br />
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And I have to admit, after wearing those Levi's mid-rise all day, I think I am going to be sticking with the higher-rises from now on.<br />
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Any suggestions for good (affordable) higher-rise jean??<br />
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Until next time, Lots of Love!<br />
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Linking up with <a href="http://transatlanticblonde.blogspot.com/2013/04/what-i-wore-wednesday-secret-sales.html">WIWW</a>, <a href="http://fashionandbeautyfinds.blogspot.com/2013/04/keeping-it-casual-6-link-up.html">Keeping it Casual</a>, <a href="http://www.rolleduppretty.com/2013/04/closetfierce-link-up.html">Whatever Wednesday</a>, <a href="http://kiwiwomensstyle.blogspot.com/2013/04/wardrobe-wednesday-first-impressions.html?showComment=1366234243309#c3449880485464011613">Wardrobe Wednesday</a> and <a href="http://thepleatedpoppy.com/2013/04/what-i-wore-wednesday-114/">The Pleated Poppy</a>!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04102725548046059864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1714673883289672119.post-773185468105492692013-04-14T14:52:00.001-07:002013-04-15T15:10:28.200-07:00What I Wore Sunday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">
Well Happy Sunday all! So, church was great! Getting to church? Not so much...how is it that the time I think "Yes, this is going to be THE Sunday that we make it..on time...and all of us happy" it turns out to be the time that I end up fussing too much with my bangs because my hairdresser did<i> this</i> to them:</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sigh...maybe not. BUT, only one wrist is out of joint..so, progress?<br />
(I'm not even going to address the half-closed goon eyes..)</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">For those just interested in the accessories ;)</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">And this is what every other shot looked like,<br />
my Little Darlings running in and out and back and forth :)</td></tr>
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Shirt: Banana Republic (Old, and found on clearance, score!)</div>
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Pants: Anne Taylor Loft (Old, and found on clearance, score!)</div>
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Belt: J. Crew (Old, and found on sale..but I think these are staples in their stores)</div>
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Shoes: Alfani (not that old, and not on sale, but Best Purchase Ever!)</div>
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Necklace: Made by my Mom (Have I mentioned how fabulously talented she is?! It is actually one really long necklace that I looped to shorten)</div>
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Bracelet: Kohls (Old)</div>
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It is really starting to warm up here, folks! We are known for our Triple Digit Summers, so I'm trying to enjoy our interim months before we start to bake. Most people are confined indoors by snow and ice and Old Man Winter. We are confined indoors by heat and hotter heat and Stifling Summer. But...it's a dry heat, ya know...yes? (All that means is that we dry roast instead of being baked in a water bath ha!)<br />
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Thanks so much to <a href="http://www.finelinenandpurple.com/2013/04/14/what-i-wore-sunday-volume-26/">Fine Linen and Purple</a>, <a href="http://www.thefoleyfam.com/2013/04/sunday-funday-49-link-up-party-share.html">Sunday Funday</a>, <a href="http://www.planepretty.com/2013/04/sunday-style-accessories-galore.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed:%20modernmodestbeauty/tcod%20(Plane%20Pretty)">Plane Pretty</a> and <a href="http://watchoutforthewoestmans.blogspot.com/2013/04/watch-what-im-wearing_14.html">WWIW</a> for letting me join the fun!<br />
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Until next time, Lots of Love!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04102725548046059864noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1714673883289672119.post-14479035249426737142013-04-10T19:41:00.000-07:002013-04-10T19:43:35.113-07:00The Reality..My Dream is to be *that* put together Mama who always answers the door with confidence because she knows to the bottom of her perfectly paired soles, that her outfit is rockin!<br />
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A dream is a wish your heart makes....(who else will now have the song from Cinderella stuck in your head all night long..You're welcome ;)<br />
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My Reality?<br />
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I am home most every day all day long. Just me, My son, and Baby Girl. We go outside..to the backyard. To the front yard...to check the mail. And mayyybe if the "get everyone fed, teeth brushed, play-clothes on, shoes wiggled on, water bottles, teething toys, and the like" stars align we will all go for a walk around the neighborhood.<br />
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Would I love to walk around like this? (and have that skirt, that shirt, that belt, that purse, that jacket, THAT hair, and those architectural pillars..Ummm Yes, yes, yes, yes, YES, YES, yes)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Oh, and learn how to stand in that effortless<br />
"I'm walking in a dream and have no idea there is a camera there" pose?<br />
sigh....yes</td></tr>
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Because this, folks, is my usual day-to-day attire (I'm so glad the Husbter loves me!)<br />
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(Oh, and yes, I really did work out, no posing here (That's true is every sense...sigh) Although, right after my Daughter was born I found myself changing out of my baggy pajama pants and into....baggy running pants. The difference? Social Acceptance! ha!)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">No skirt, no shirt, no belt, no jacket, NO hair, no purse, no perfect pose,<br />
no pillars....But I have this little guy (and a little gal), so I think I'm still ahead ha!</td></tr>
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Are There Curious Minds Who Want to Know???<br />
Shirt: My Mom (she got it from somewhere and gave it to me..I'm embarrassed to say its...<span style="font-size: x-small;">miley cyrus</span>...)<br />
Work out pants: Old Navy. Ok, I will say, I do love these for working out. They suck me in and stay put when I moove and groove to my work out DVD.<br />
Shoes: <strike>boring, uninspired,</strike> Saucony (but they fit my feet SO well I ignore the rest ;)<br />
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And there you have it...It's not glamorous, or trendy, or cool. But it's my life...on my not-so-put-together days. Hope you don't mind!<br />
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Until next time, Lots of Love!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04102725548046059864noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1714673883289672119.post-38277163303942970202013-04-07T14:52:00.000-07:002013-04-07T18:04:10.487-07:00What I Wore SundayToday has actually been one of the more "relaxing" Sundays we've had in a while. Hmmm maybe I should be napping like Everyone Else in The House??<br />
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Maybe. But, since having kids I have become a Horrible Napper (like the kind I pray my children are not!). Is it just me? I just can't turn my brain off..my ears want to listen for little voices, (especially for the Little Boy who, I swear, saves his Hour Long Marathon Poopfests for the middle of his nap), my thoughts want to nag me about my to-do list, my Hind End tells me I had better work out if I want those jeans to fit, and Dinner Prep screams at me from the fridge.<br />
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Just me, folks?<br />
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That's one of the reasons I wanted to start this Blog. Fashion is FUN! It is frivolous. It lets me, for a moment, just find that Silly Happiness over a pair of shoes or experiment with putting together This shirt with Those jeans.<br />
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And I also wanted to find a community of Moms to laugh with, share ideas with (whether they be fashion or children or just life related) commiserate with...and yes, get excited over a new pair of shoes with!<br />
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And with that, here is What I Wore Sunday! By the way, I am a total Repeat Offender. You will see me re-wearing the same jewelry, the same shoes, the same jeans. Hopefully in different ways. ;)<br />
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Also..have you noticed I have a slight propensity for Blue? It's true..I can't help it. And the Nautical Look. I can't help it..hmmm I already said that...<br />
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For Curious Minds Who May Want to Know:<br />
Shirt: TMRDNL (Remember <a href="http://www.aintnomomjeans.com/2012/12/a-high-end-designer-for-moms-and-at-crazy-affordable-prices.html">this</a> post? I got this shirt in the coral as well. LOVE them! They don't wrinkle!!..they are more sheer for my liking however, but nothing a cami can't fix)<br />
Pants: Level 99 (I think??) from Anthro...I got them on clearance a few years ago<br />
Necklace: J.Crew Knock-off from I-Can't-Remember-Website<br />
Bangles: Nordstrom (ummm jr. dept *sheepish grin*) (old)<br />
Shoes: Franco Sarto (zulily deal :)<br />
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Thanks to <a href="http://www.finelinenandpurple.com/2013/04/07/what-i-wore-sunday-volume-25/">Fine Linen and Purple</a>, <a href="http://www.planepretty.com/2013/04/sunday-style-link-up-and-wallis-fashion.html">Plane Pretty</a> and <a href="http://watchoutforthewoestmans.blogspot.com/2013/04/watch-what-im-wearing.html">WWIW</a> for letting me join the fun!<br />
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Until next time, Lots of Love!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04102725548046059864noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1714673883289672119.post-58575842283372902842013-04-04T22:50:00.001-07:002013-04-04T23:49:17.637-07:00Friday Frump<div style="text-align: justify;">
Or Thursday...as the case may be. Yes, it has been *that* kind of a week. And I have TOTALLY failed Blog World.</div>
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But I am going to play the Busy Mommy Card. (Yes, I went there...but I know that I know that I <b>know</b> you understand!)</div>
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This weekend it is my goal to work on my Maxi Skirt AND Plum Jeans outfits (Ambitious, much? Sometimes) Mostly because my Photographer du Jour will be here (at this point I am pretty sure it's become obvious that I don't know how to work the self-timer on my camera...sigh)</div>
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But..would you like to see a few Random Outfits that have emerged Out of My Closet? Well, I don't hear any objections (maybe just crickets chirping ;)</div>
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This was my casual outfit meeting a friend for coffee.<br />
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I promise you, I don't wear these jeans every day. I know it looks like it. And you are probably tired of seeing them. But I am getting my Cost-per-Wear outta these jeans! (And I'm having fun pairing them differently :)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Me and The Wall...and the "I gotta use the Potty" Pose</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Me, The Wall, and The Disjointed Hands in Pockets Pose<br />
(Seriously, I have NO idea what do with my arms!)</td></tr>
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And now how 'bout we get a little fancy-schmancy? Yes, I made the Hubster shoot these <i>realquick </i>while trying to get everyone ready for church one Sunday.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My son loves getting in on the action<br />
(Ummm I promise you, he didn't go to church in his<br />
(mismatched) jammies)</td></tr>
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And there you have it! I may have been in work-out clothes with my hair in a pulled-back pony all day today (and yesterday? and the day before? and....) but I like having proof that I can (sometimes try to) have it all together.<br />
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Oh and For Curious Minds Who May Want to Know:<br />
Casual Outfit:<br />
Jacket: Gap (ooollllllllddddddd....as in a decade old)<br />
Yellow shirt: Anthro (Old)<br />
Cobalt Skinnies: Express (I can see the sighs and eye rolls now at the sight of this repeat!)<br />
Coral Sandals: Kmart<br />
Necklace: Dillards<br />
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Fancy-Schmany:<br />
Shirt: That ol' workhorse J. Crew Factory chambray shirt<br />
Pencil Skirt: No. 2 Pencil Skirt, J. Crew<br />
Belt: J. (wait for it) Crew (c/o Christmas Elves)<br />
Shoes: Alfani (Best Purchase EVER! So comfy-I kid you not. And they go with everything!)<br />
Bracelet: Africa (c/o my mom)<br />
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I'd love to hear how you are wearing color for Spring! I am always in need of inspiration :)<br />
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Until next time, Lots of Love!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04102725548046059864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1714673883289672119.post-82352799759097640442013-04-02T13:26:00.000-07:002013-04-02T13:47:18.743-07:00Just a Little Bit of EasterSo after having a sick little boy last week, we went out of town for Easter to visit some family. Any escape from the Desert is welcome. Any excuse to visit Family is eagerly anticipated ;)<br />
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And now, while the Babes are down I should be...cleaning/workingout/being..intellectual?/sleeping...you know, Stuff, instead with a plate Full o' French Fries (that I shouldn't eat, but I'm gonna!) I'm here. Because I've missed the Blog World these past few crazy days!<br />
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So, while I didn't get any really truly *good* pictures of Easter Outfits...here's what I got ;)<br />
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Am I the only one happy on Easter? Apparently so... ;) So, not too bad a pic, eh?<br />
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And I bet I know what you're thinking... "Hey that's not too bad either! Way to go, Mama! You Rock!" (Hey, it's my pretend Reader Dialogue, I'm making it up as I go ;)</div>
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(Btw, she was mad at having the Meanest Mommy in the World who would not let her walk straight into the Pool. Oh the Terribleness of Mama! ;))</div>
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Awwwww, now here's a winner! Happy Family celebrating Happy Easter. Happy, Happy, Hap...</div>
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And as always, For Curious Minds Who May Want to Know:<br />
Dress: Bailey 44 (Anthropology...it was a pretty penny, but it's so pretty, and comfy, and EASY!)<br />
Shoes: Franco Sarto (Zulily deal)<br />
Accessories: Baby Girl and Little Boy<br />
Wrangler-Upper: That Handsome Fella...aka the Hubster<br />
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More to come! I hope you all celebrated a wonderful Easter! And I'll say it again, because it is the Good News that never gets old: He is Risen!<br />
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Until next time, Lots of Love!<br />
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Linkin' up with <a href="http://www.planepretty.com/2013/03/sunday-style-happy-easter.html">Plane Pretty</a>, <a href="http://www.finelinenandpurple.com/2013/04/01/what-i-wore-sunday-volume-24/">Fine Linen and Purple</a>, <a href="http://watchoutforthewoestmans.blogspot.com/2013/03/watch-what-im-wearing_31.html">WWIW</a> and <a href="http://www.camppatton.com/2013/03/easter-outfit-oti-linkup.html#.UVtAVRyG2Hg">Camp Patton</a>! Thanks for letting me join in the fun (even if a bit late!)Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04102725548046059864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1714673883289672119.post-76149284275034384892013-03-26T21:47:00.001-07:002013-04-01T18:53:22.305-07:00Saturday Night ShenanigansSo, we had the pleasure of heading over to a friend's house for homemade pizza..seriously, Yum!<br />
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And, as Saturdays go, it ended up in a frantic rush of: Ack! My dessert is NOT ready, it will NOT be ready in the 15 minutes in which we need to leave. Eek! My Hair is NOT washed, and it will NOT get washed in the 15 minutes in which we need to leave. Dry Shampoo + Velcro Rollers + Straightener= Life Saver<br />
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The Pastry Crust on my Strawberry Tart browned too much (I refuse to use the word "burned"..but if the scorch-marks fit...sigh) But I solaced myself with the fact that it *tasted* good (and it didn't hurt that the Pastry Cream and Strawberries covered my Baking Sins ;)<br />
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Aren't you glad this isn't a Fine Food and Dining blog?<br />
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(Also, this is most likely...cheating, but I am using this post to link up with <a href="http://www.aintnomomjeans.com/2013/03/how-we-wear-it-the-cardigan.html">Aint No Mom Jeans</a> for their "How We Wear It"...Yes, I realize this isn't a "Ladylike" Cardi, per say. And yes, I did..pair it with a scarf. But, it's a braided scarf, so does up the ante?? ;)<br />
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So here was the night's Going-Out-Outfit:<br />
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Why yes, those <i>are </i>my cobalt skinnies...again. And yes, my hair is a bit sad, but this was taken at the end of the night and after bedtime routine with the kiddos, the hair is always the first to go it seems.<br />
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But in other not-so-crazy news this is also my attempt at mixing prints AND playing around with scarf ideas.<br />
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Stripes and floral? Yes? And how about that braided scarf!<br />
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This is probably my new current favorite thing to do with a scarf..although I think the detail of the braid would work better with a "less-busy" pattern.<br />
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And then, just for Funsies. I may still be posing in front of That Wall, but look..I'm looking down...artfully? Thoughtfully? Ridiculously?(am I supposed to smile? I'm smiling at my shoes..is this how it works? Or do shoes require a more serious atmosphere..perhaps "coy" would work better, not that I know how to do "coy"..oh the lessons to learn!)<br />
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Navy Cardigan: Anthropologie (old)</div>
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Grey T-Shirt: A Pea in the Pod (Yes I still wear these T-shirts, they are SO comfy, and so post-baby friendly, and such a nice length, and I SO wish I had gotten one in white!)</div>
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Cobalt Jeans: Are you getting tired of this <a href="http://www.express.com/clothing/stella+colored+jean+leggingtocobalt+blue/pro/7154900/cat280001">link</a> yet?</div>
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Moto Boots: Vince Camuto Shada Boot</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04102725548046059864noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1714673883289672119.post-92043432219901285562013-03-24T15:56:00.003-07:002013-03-25T19:40:29.488-07:00What I Wore SundayYes, it's that time again!<br />
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Surprisingly, this Sunday has been "relatively" calm. As I'm typing this I am smiling because both Babes are actually down, and have been for the last hour and a half! I'm just gonna say "Amen!"<br />
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So, my look this Sunday was actually inspired by this look that I found on...Pinterest :)<br />
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Annnnd here's my take on it. Not quite the same..but that's why it's called "Inspired by..", right?<br />
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Now, I am SO going to admit, this next picture turned out to be my favorite picture of the group. It isn't posed, I didn't even know the Hubster was clicking away on his camera. And I think that's why I love it so much. (And apparently this is how I stand ha!)</div>
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For Curious Minds Who May Want to Know:<br />
Shirt: J.Crew Factory <a href="http://factory.jcrew.com/womens-clothing/shirts_tops/washed_shirts/PRDOVR~32043/99102252020/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+216~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~chambray%20shirt/32043.jsp">here</a> (I got mine on sale though if you don't want to pay that price)<br />
Belt: Marshall's<br />
Skirt: INC (old)<br />
Tights: H&M<br />
Shoes: DV Java<br />
Necklace: Random shop in Flagstaff, AZ<br />
Bangles: Nordstrom (old)<br />
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So what do you think? How'd I do with the interpretation?<br />
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I've actually had this skirt in my closet for years now, the bright yellow makes me a tad wary (when I ordered it I thought it would be more of a "mustard" yellow..not "Hello, I'm a Bumblebee!") but I've had fun playing around with it lately.<br />
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Anyway, I hope everyone has had a wonderful Sunday! I'm so excited next Sunday is Easter. I love celebrating Easter and our Risen Savior!<br />
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He is Risen!<br />
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Thank you <a href="http://www.finelinenandpurple.com/">Fine Linen and Purple</a>, <a href="http://www.planepretty.com/">Plane Pretty</a> ,<a href="http://watchoutforthewoestmans.blogspot.com/">Watch What I'm Wearing</a>, <a href="http://lilyamongthornsblog.blogspot.com/">Lily Among Thorns</a>, and <a href="http://twothirtyfivedesigns.blogspot.com/">Casual Friday Link Up</a> for letting me join in the Fashion Fun!<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04102725548046059864noreply@blogger.com25tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1714673883289672119.post-60299226964174974172013-03-22T21:44:00.001-07:002013-03-22T21:48:47.722-07:00Newbie with a NuMe<span style="text-align: justify;">I have been waiting for-EVER to have some time to myself. Some serious time to myself. Not a "Oh let me run outside to check the mail" or "Can I go to the potty in the 15 seconds that are allotted to me before one of my children needs me".</span><br />
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Why, you ask? (Well...does a Mama ever really need a reason to want some actual alone time? ;)</div>
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But in this case, I did, indeed, have a reason. My Hair. Oh Vanity....</div>
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Sometimes Vanity is a little fun, though, eh? Especially when I have been inspired, and enabled, to try a new 'do. In this case, by none other than...wait for it.... Ain't No Mom Jeans and the post on <a href="http://www.aintnomomjeans.com/2013/01/hair-resolution-just-tryharder-heres-the-plan.html">Hair Resolutions</a>-the Beachy Waves. (and let's face it, this blog provides me with MOST of my inspiration ;)</div>
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So, armed with my recommended How-To, my suggested Products, my Handy-Dandy..NuMe Pearl Wand (What...didya think I was gonna say "Notebook"? Blues Clues, anyone? Yes?...Just me?...) I set off to attempt to get my straight locks Beautifully Beachy.</div>
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Should be simple enough, eh?</div>
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I will use the word "simple" through steps 1.Shower through step 4. Put Product in washed hair. After that it gets sketchy in my book.</div>
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Now, I know how to use a blow dryer. But a diffuser? That's a whole 'nother story, Mornin' Glory!</div>
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Maybe it's because I have shorter hair..but I just could NOT seem to get a groove using that thing! But I persevered. Awkwardly. So....so..awkwardly.</div>
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And then..the NuMe. Dear me. I will tell you, this thing comes with a heat-resistant glove to aide and assist in the styling of your hair. That alone should have set off some bells and whistles in my head. But being the Cool Cat that I am, I thought "Pshaw...I watched <a href="http://www.caraloren.com/2012/12/beach-curls-tutorial.html">Cara Loren</a>'s tutorial on how to do this. I watched it TWICE. I got this!"</div>
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Anyone else see where this is going? Yeah. Wish I had.</div>
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Umm burns. I suffered them. Many of them. Let's just say there is definitely a Learning Curve. And my hair still didn't look Beautifully Beachy. Perhaps Somewhat Sandy. Or Watered-Down Wavy.</div>
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So then the glove came on! This NuMe was not going to get the best of me. And after a few hyper-extended shoulder moves trying to navigate this Beauty Tool so as not maim myself, I did it! I got the look!</div>
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Beachy, Yes! Fun, Yes! Orchestrated Care-free, you better believe it!</div>
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But now, the Moment of Truth. The dreaded question of the Hubster: What do you think, Honey?</div>
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Me: Soooo....look! Beachy Waves! What do ya think? *maybe smiling a bit too broadly to try to really sell him on it*</div>
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Hubster, Looking....Pause...: Ummmmm is that the finished look? *maybe asking a bit too hopefully so that he doesn't have to tell me his honest opinion*</div>
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So what do I do? Take a picture of myself. Cameras never lie. And I like what I see in the picture. It's not perfect, but for my first attempt I'm a happy gal.</div>
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Confidently I take the camera, show it to the Hubster, and ask again "Don't you think that's cute?"</div>
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He looks at picture..then looks at me..then looks back at the picture and says, "You're right, that is really cute!"</div>
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And for Curious Minds Who May Want to Know..here is me after my first attempt. Yes. Alot is left to be desired, but it's a start, and I love a challenge :)<br />
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And yes, that would be a Lack-of-All-Make-Up Picture. I have no other excuse but: It was late.<br />
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Also, I am in the process of growing my hair out. I'm really excited! I have had a short bob for...10 years? It's time for a change.<br />
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This is what I'm shooting for:<br />
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Although, I would probably keep a side-bang of sorts. I think my face does better with bangs.<br />
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Until next time, Lots of Love!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04102725548046059864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1714673883289672119.post-37043726854633470622013-03-20T13:30:00.000-07:002013-03-20T13:55:22.022-07:00Oh Changes, They're A'Comin'<div style="text-align: justify;">
So, I just heard <a href="http://www.camppatton.com/2013/03/bloglovin.html#.UUoabBw4uHg">Here</a> that Blogger is doing something that affects something else that changes who knows what..but that Google Reader will be going away...(not that I've ever understood Google Reader). Enter Bloglovin' (not that I understand Bloglovin').</div>
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Why must the Computer Guys wreak havoc on us all with these Shenanigans? Have they got nothing better to do? Huh, Computer Guys? You gotta pick on us Moms? Can't we all just leave Well Enough Alone? I'd be happy with that..it'd be like World Peace for Ignorant Computer Me. (Ok, maybe not quite that big, but I think you get my drift ;)</div>
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Ummmm Silver Lining? I have NO followers...yet?! (Please let this be a "yet" moment!) So, no confusion for Future Followers (Name it, Claim it? ha!).</div>
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So...while I figure out how to do this (perhaps with lots of grumbling and griping..perhaps. Yes.) I hope you'll hang with me!</div>
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And just for the Hay of It..here's a recent outfit of mine. Not Today's, mind you. Today my Needs-To-Be-Washed Hair is pulled back in a pony and I'm still in Work-Out Clothes..total Frump!</div>
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Denim on Denim...it really is my New Love. Or maybe to be more specific It is Chambray on Denim. But it's all in the family, right?</div>
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Shirt: J.Crew Factory <a href="http://factory.jcrew.com/womens-clothing/shirts_tops/washed_shirts/PRDOVR~32043/99102252020/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+216~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~chambray%20shirt/32043.jsp">Here</a>...Ok, but I totally did NOT pay that price. It must have been on sale at one point because I got mine for $40...so watch it if you don't want to pay that current price.</div>
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Jeans: Banana Republic (old)</div>
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Bracelet: Africa (c/o my mom :)</div>
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Shoes: Vince Camuto "Ellen" flat, in Ombre Leopard (c/o Christmas Elves..aka my Mother-in-Law!)</div>
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And yes, I'm back to posing in front of That Wall. Old habits die hard!</div>
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And P.S. Today the Maxi Skirt of My Dreams comes! I hope it doesn't disappoint. I'll keep you posted!</div>
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Until next time, Lots of Love!</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04102725548046059864noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1714673883289672119.post-86788831555104259932013-03-19T13:59:00.000-07:002013-03-19T14:00:50.471-07:00Lessons in CobaltSo, I LOVE these jeans. And I love how versatile I am finding them. I was SO afraid of pairing them with color because I thought I would look like a Crayon Explosion.<br />
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If you guessed <a href="http://www.aintnomomjeans.com/2013/01/mom-street-style-abby-rocks-cobalt-blue-denim-plus-more-tips-to-style.html">ThisCrazyFabBlog</a> then you already know me pretty well ;)<br />
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Once I tried those jeans with red shoes the switch flipped and I dumped that Crayon Box out and went to town...Literally. This was my grocery shopping attire over the weekend (without kiddos? Luxury!)<br />
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Who needs architectural pillars, or empty tree-lined streets when you have.... Backyard Play Things! ha!<br />
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For Curious Minds Who May Want to Know:<br />
Teal Tank: Motherhood Maternity. Yes, I still wear them. I love the length!<br />
Navy Ruffle-Top: Kohls (old)<br />
Denim: <a href="http://www.express.com/clothing/stella+colored+jean+leggingtocobalt+blue/pro/7154900/cat280001">Express</a> (on sale!)<br />
Shoes: Bongo (Kmart...10$!)<br />
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I hope you all are enjoying a great afternoon! I'm off to do...Something Important (aka: cleaning ha!) while the Babes are quiet.<br />
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Until next time, Lots of Love!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04102725548046059864noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1714673883289672119.post-47721448443844860282013-03-17T22:03:00.000-07:002013-03-18T07:10:10.106-07:00What I Wore Sunday<div style="text-align: justify;">
I'm a Newbie, folks! This is my first time to link up to...anywhere! But I LOVE this idea :) I Love the idea of gathering together to talk and share about church and fashion. They are not mutually exclusive ;)</div>
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I came from Texas. I grew up wearing "Sunday Best" and wanting to honor God by dressing in my "Best", giving my Best inwardly and outwardly. </div>
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I once remember reading a story about a Farmer who invited his young neighbor to church. Sunday morning the Farmer got up early, donned his nice slacks, button up shirt, tie, and jacket ready to go when the young neighbor came knocking on his door. When the Farmer answered he was surprised to see the lad in worn overalls, nervously fidgeting, obviously embarrassed. </div>
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The Farmer was about to say something when it dawned on him that this was the best this young man had. And then, asking him to wait outside a moment the Farmer changed from his nice clothes and put on his overalls and the two went to church together.</div>
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I love this story, and I'm sure I'm missing some parts. But the essence has always stuck with me. </div>
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That Farmer, in his overalls, was wearing his Sunday Best. His heart gave his best to God in loving that young man, and not wanting him to feel embarrassed or out of place in church. And while I do love to "dress-up" and look and feel nice and put together at least *one* day a week, I always seek to remember what counts, my heart. Am I giving my Best to God, every day?</div>
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Sunday mornings are *always* NUTS in our house. I can't say we are always (ever?) on time..but I at least try to make sure we all have matching shoes..yes, I will take any victory I can ;)</div>
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And here is what I wore Sunday:</div>
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Skirt: Forever 21</div>
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Thanks <a href="http://www.finelinenandpurple.com/2013/03/17/what-i-wore-sunday-volume-22-2/">Fine Linen and Purple</a> and <a href="http://www.planepretty.com/search/label/sunday%20style">Plane Pretty</a> for letting me join in the fun! I look forward to next Sunday!</div>
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Stop browsing. Stop researching. Stop Googling. Stop..thinking I need to be something I'm not?</div>
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As I've said before, this whole thing is SO new me. I thought at first that perhaps this was going to be a (gasp) Fashion Blog. But not in that Super Cool Trendy New York/European Way. Just a Mom trying to make her way-hopefully stylishly- through Life while having some fun in the Process. </div>
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And then..well, and then I started looking at All The Really Awesome Cool LeGIT Fashion Blogs. Oh my. The clothes. The Picture Quality. The POSES! The Locations (Ummm architectural pillars, tree-lined-empty-streets, brick walls...alot of brick walls...where ARE these places?)</div>
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Here is my take on the "Boyfriend Jean" and slightly baggy sweater and of course, my Red Shoe. (Yes, that IS a mint tank under my sweater. I seem to remember <a href="http://www.aintnomomjeans.com/2012/12/holiday-style-wear-red-and-greenish.html">loving this post</a> and thought it could work through Spring. </div>
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Full Disclosure: These aren't "officially" boyfriend jeans. I'm not even sure what they are. Ok, they are Gap. But they are kind of baggy and so I figured "Hey, Cuff=Insta-Boyfriend Jean"...right?<br />
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