Did Someone Say Maxi?

Or Maxine?

Why not both?? :) (Who doesn't love Maxine!)

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.

But that is what this whole thing is about, trying different things. Some things work, and others (way too obviously) not so much ;)

But this skirt, this skirt I love!
Skirts make me feel so girly (and yes, I'll admit, "twirly" ;)

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?

I would try to distract you from the Dead Grass that is our yard..
but I'm looking straight at it, so it's kinda hard to miss. 

In case you miss the point, here are my shoes ;)

Wistful? Or keeping a watchful eye on the Great Migration of Birds
overhead and their possible "bombs"?

So I realize that I have NO pictures of me looking at the camera. There is a reason for that. The Hubster got ONE picture of me looking at the camera. There is a reason it isn't getting posted. ha! (And it has to do with the Goon Face I was sporting!)

But look! Look! Look! My first attempted French-Side-Braid Pony (is there such a thing? Well, there is now ha!)

This is one of the reasons I am wanting to grow my hair out longer...more options to (try?) to do more things with it :)

For Curious Minds Who May Want to Know:
Shirt: Pea in the Pod (Yes, I still wear them...and I wish I had more of them..SO comfy!)
Skirt: BB Dakota (Hautelook score!!)
Shoes: DSW
Bracelets: Gift from my Mom (from Africa!)
Earrings: Gift

There, I hope this outfit makes up for the last one! No drab or sad this time, eh?

And until next time, Lots of Love!

Linking up with Casual Friday Linkup, High Five for Friday, and Falling for Friday

Chilly Park Day

SO...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!)

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?)

My park attire was a take from this Stylish Mama. 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?)

Glass star earrings, check! This face (that the Hubster laughed at) check!

Ok, I'm not sure why my scarf is twisted so Wonkey..but it is what it is.

Can I just say, I love dolman shirts. They are easy, drapey, and comfy!

And that was me at the Park!

For Curious Minds Who May Want to Know:
Scarf: BP (Nordstrom)
Shirt: Micheal Stars (Zulily deal!)
Jeans: Levi's skinny mid-rise.
Boots: White Mountain (Zulily deal!)
Necklace: Etsy
Earrings: Gift

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.

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.

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.

Any suggestions for good (affordable) higher-rise jean??

Until next time, Lots of Love!

Linking up with WIWW, Keeping it Casual, Whatever Wednesday, Wardrobe Wednesday and The Pleated Poppy!

What I Wore Sunday

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 this to them:

Hi, I'm five and I cut my own bangs!
(Just say "No" if a hairdresser casually says,"oh,
I'm going to texturize..just a bit..")

And look who's not in front of The Wall! (And in an attempt to find a creative way to showcase my favorite heels I now look like the roller-skaters of the '80's...just slap some wheels on these heels and I am Good To Go!)

Oh yes, I always sit like this when I'm lost in thought..
what, you don't? ha!

Yes, Hands in Pockets and NO signs of disjointed wrists..
Am I actually getting the hang of this?!

Sigh...maybe not. BUT, only one wrist is out of joint..so, progress?
(I'm not even going to address the half-closed goon eyes..)

For those just interested in the accessories ;)

And this is what every other shot looked like,
my Little Darlings running in and out and back and forth :)

For Curious Minds Who May Want to Know:

Shirt: Banana Republic (Old, and found on clearance, score!)

Pants: Anne Taylor Loft (Old, and found on clearance, score!)

Belt: J. Crew (Old, and found on sale..but I think these are staples in their stores)

Shoes: Alfani (not that old, and not on sale, but Best Purchase Ever!)

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)

Bracelet: Kohls (Old)

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!)

Thanks so much to Fine Linen and Purple, Sunday Funday, Plane Pretty and WWIW for letting me join the fun!

Until next time, Lots of Love!

The 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!

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 ;)

My Reality?

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.

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)

Oh, and learn how to stand in that effortless
"I'm walking in a dream and have no idea there is a camera there" pose?
sigh....yes

Because this, folks, is my usual day-to-day attire (I'm so glad the Husbter loves me!)

(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!)

Sorry folks, this is all I got!

No skirt, no shirt, no belt, no jacket, NO hair, no purse, no perfect pose,
no pillars....But I have this little guy (and a little gal), so I think I'm still ahead ha!

Are There Curious Minds Who Want to Know???
Shirt: My Mom (she got it from somewhere and gave it to me..I'm embarrassed to say its...miley cyrus...)
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.
Shoes: boring, uninspired, Saucony (but they fit my feet SO well I ignore the rest ;)

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!

Until next time, Lots of Love!

What I Wore Sunday

Today 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??

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.

Just me, folks?

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.

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!

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. ;)

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...

For Curious Minds Who May Want to Know:
Shirt: TMRDNL (Remember this 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)
Pants: Level 99 (I think??) from Anthro...I got them on clearance a few years ago
Necklace: J.Crew Knock-off from I-Can't-Remember-Website
Bangles: Nordstrom (ummm jr. dept *sheepish grin*) (old)
Shoes: Franco Sarto (zulily deal :)

Thanks to Fine Linen and Purple, Plane Pretty and WWIW for letting me join the fun!

Until next time, Lots of Love!

Friday Frump

Or Thursday...as the case may be. Yes, it has been *that* kind of a week. And I have TOTALLY failed Blog World.

But I am going to play the Busy Mommy Card. (Yes, I went there...but I know that I know that I know you understand!)

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)

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 ;)

This was my casual outfit meeting a friend for coffee.

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 :)

Me and The Wall...and the "I gotta use the Potty" Pose

Me, The Wall, and The Disjointed Hands in Pockets Pose
(Seriously, I have NO idea what do with my arms!)

This was a long necklace that I looped through to shorten,
I like how it worked!

And now how 'bout we get a little fancy-schmancy? Yes, I made the Hubster shoot these realquick while trying to get everyone ready for church one Sunday.

My son loves getting in on the action
(Ummm I promise you, he didn't go to church in his
(mismatched) jammies)

For those just wanting to see the accessories :)

Why yes, I am poised to spring into the Nutty Chaos
that is Sunday Morning ;)

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.

Oh and For Curious Minds Who May Want to Know:
Casual Outfit:
Jacket: Gap (ooollllllllddddddd....as in a decade old)
Yellow shirt: Anthro (Old)
Cobalt Skinnies: Express (I can see the sighs and eye rolls now at the sight of this repeat!)
Coral Sandals: Kmart
Necklace: Dillards

Fancy-Schmany:
Shirt: That ol' workhorse J. Crew Factory chambray shirt
Pencil Skirt: No. 2 Pencil Skirt, J. Crew
Belt: J. (wait for it) Crew (c/o Christmas Elves)
Shoes: Alfani (Best Purchase EVER! So comfy-I kid you not. And they go with everything!)
Bracelet: Africa (c/o my mom)

I'd love to hear  how you are wearing color for Spring! I am always in need of inspiration :)

Until next time, Lots of Love!

Just a Little Bit of Easter

So 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 ;)


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!

So, while I didn't get any really truly *good* pictures of Easter Outfits...here's what I got ;)

Am I the only one happy on Easter? Apparently so... ;)  So, not too bad a pic, eh?

Well, we had to take a few to get that one..namely because of my son wanting to do this, the whole time.

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 ;)

And here's what it took to get that shot....

Yes, that would my Protesting Daughter

And my, "Im not gonna cooperate Daughter..nope
not gonna make me!"
Note to self: Baby Girl needs Bloomers!

(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! ;))

Awwwww, now here's a winner! Happy Family celebrating Happy Easter. Happy, Happy, Hap...

Duuuuuh, I'm making dis face...and we're missing the Hubster's head

This about sums it up, folks!

And as always, For Curious Minds Who May Want to Know:
Dress: Bailey 44 (Anthropology...it was a pretty penny, but it's so pretty, and comfy, and EASY!)
Shoes: Franco Sarto (Zulily deal)
Accessories: Baby Girl and Little Boy
Wrangler-Upper: That Handsome Fella...aka the Hubster

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!

Until next time, Lots of Love!

Linkin' up with Plane Pretty, Fine Linen and Purple, WWIW and Camp Patton! Thanks for letting me join in the fun (even if a bit late!)