Short Legs, Don't Care

Thrifted Levi's Jacket (here)
Tunic via thredUP (similar)
Target Jeggings (here)
Gap Flats (similar)

This is one of those looks where you just throw the proportions to the wind and let comfort reign. I know this makes me look short. I don't care.

Happy weekend.

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SammyDress Review

Stitch Fix Tunic; Dress Barn Jeggings, Thrifted Flats; Watch and Bag c/o SammyDress

When SammyDress offered to send me a few items for review, I wasn't so sure. Their prices are almost too good to be true, and you usually get what you pay for when it comes to things like this.

But this bag. This bag.

I've been carrying it around for about a week now and am super happy with it. It looks lush, and is holding up so well. And believe me, I put my bags through a lot. It goes to and from work daily, it sits on various surfaces of questionable cleanliness when I'm working in people's homes, it goes on walks with babies in strollers, it holds sippy cups and wipes for said babies... This bag holds it all and looks great doing it.

And the watch. I've been looking for a great watch, and this one totally fits the bill. I have a thing for maps, and I love this one.

So check them out, why don't you? You'll be glad you did.

Disclosure: I received these items free of charge for review, but as always, my opinions are my own.

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Mud

Chambray Top via Stitch Fix; Dress Barn Jeggings (similar); Gap Flats (similar)

Truth: it is way too muddy outside to actually be wearing flats. I could get away with this in past years because we lived in apartments and always had a nice, paved sidewalk to trod upon on the way to my car. I worked and shopped in the city where I could continue to enjoy the pavement and dry feet. However, this spring we are in the land of dirt driveways and giant, unavoidable puddles. I try to carefully tip toe to my car, but it doesn`t always work. The mud still gets me.

I suppose it`s time to make friends with my rubber boots.

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Green and Gold

Tunic (similar) and Necklace (similar) via Stitch Fix; Dress Barn Jeggings (similar); Connie Boots via Famous Footwear (similar)

I wore this on St. Patrick`s day. It felt like a fun outfit with some subtle minty green and the gold circle necklace reminded me of leprechaun`s gold. Sometimes dressing up for a holiday is fun.

In other news... check out that snow. It`s melting. Can we all just breathe a collective sigh of relief that winter is finally coming to a close? I know I`m not the only one celebrating.

More of the black wedge boots:

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What Matters

Tunic via thredUP (similar); Thrifted H&M Cardigan (similar); Target Jeggings; Modcloth Boots (similar)

I don't really know what to write here today. I am at the end of a good Saturday. I spent some time with my sister, watched a movie with my husband, and had a delicious dinner.

I went to the eye doctor for my annual dilated eye exam on Friday and got some news. Another one of those diagnoses that goes like ``well, this could be related to your diabetes, but it could be absolutely nothing so don't worry about it and come back in a year.`` Yeah, that`s just what I want to hear.

Sometimes I feel beaten by this disease. I feel like I am fighting a losing battle that will someday take my kidneys, my limbs, and my eyesight. I`ll be left a blind, footless young woman on dialysis.

But then I read things like this. And this. And I know it`ll be ok. I have what I need for today, and that`s what matters.

Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at the time to come.

Proverbs 31:24

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Grace Upon Grace

Tunic via Consignment Store (similar); Gap Scarf (similar); Target Jeggings; Modcloth Boots (similar)

Guess what you guys? I finally found my tripod. And I fixed my remote. Maybe we can get this blog back on track now.

This tunic was an exciting purchase. There's a consignment store that I love to go to but never buy anything. It's not that they have bad prices or a poor selection, I've just never found anything that stuck my fancy enough that I felt the need to take it home. Well last month I found this cute little tunic and for $5 it was mine. It's perfect paired with leggings and I think it'll be a great summer piece as well.

Happy Sunday.

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Camera Fight

Gap Factory Tunic,  (similar) $18; Dress Barn Jeggings (similar); Payless Booties, (similar) $30; Kohl`s Earrings, (similar) Gifted; Glasses c/o GlassesUSA

Welcome to my dining room. I`ve been experimenting with ways to take my own outfit pictures these days since my husband is working the day shift now. It`s great for our social life, but not so great for outfit pictures since it`s mostly dark by the time we`re both home. So today I fought with my camera for an hour and this is as good as it got.

Anyway...I cut my hair! I`ve been wanting to go this short again for a while and yesterday I finally got brave enough. Also, I got this top for cheap and I love it.

That is all.

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Scratching the Itch

Do you ever get that itch? The itch to just get away, to see something new, to explore? Jeremy and I responded to the itch this past weekend and escaped to Frankenmuth, MI. A mere 1.5 hours from our home, it was the perfect weekend trip.  

Frankenmuth is known as Michigan's little Bavaria. The entire town has a distinctly German feel in everything from the arcitecture to the food.

We ate here and our waiter was wearing lederhosen.

Rue 21 Dress; Scarf DIY`d from a sweater; Target Jeggings; Modcloth Boots

J and I have been so, so worn out. It was really strange not to travel around Christmas, and I was left feeling like we had to do something. This weekend could not have come at a more perfect time. J started college today (eeek!) so it was the perfect way to recharge and get our energy up for the long semester ahead.

What did you do this weekend?

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Nanny Style: Stolen

Old Navy Sweater; Fade to Blue Jeggings; Connie Boots

I stole this sweater from my husband and I am pretty sure he is never getting it back. It is way too cozy and just the right length to look great with jeggings.

Today is my last day of work until after the new year and I could not be more excited. I need a break so badly you guys.

Happy Friday.

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Catching the Spirit

Thrifted Sweater; Fade to Blue Jeggings; Swapped Boots; Old Navy Scarf

So...I may have worn this outfit twice this week. A loose sweater over leggings has been what I'm craving lately.

I don't know about you, but I am fully immersed in the Christmas spirit lately. Music, minty drinks, trees, snow. I love it all. I learned yesterday that although Tim Horton's (my much preferred Starbucks alternative) doesn't serve any specialty holiday drinks, you can ask for a flavor shot of peppermint in any drink. And it is delicious. I had a peppermint cafe mocha yesterday and holy cow. Christmas in a cup.

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Moving Angst

American Eagle Sweatshirt; Thrifted Scarf; Gap Jeggings via thredUP; Thrifted Boots

Guys...I'm really tired. We are now 2 days away from our move and although I'm excited, I'm so ready for it to be over. I've been packing, organizing movers, packing, planning quick meals for during the move, packing, running to the store to make sure we have everything we need, and packing. I'm sure I don't have to tell any of you this, but moving is stressful. I have high hopes though that this one will be our last for a while. Jeremy and I will celebrate 3 years married in a few weeks and we've moved as many times. Cross your fingers that this is it.

Oh, by the way, this is day 8. See Day 1, Day 2, Day 3, Day 4, Day 5, Day 6, Day 7 and Day 9.

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The Hope That Leads Me

Target Dress; Dress Barn Jeggings; Thrifted Scarf and Boots

There's an outlet mall about 45 minutes from where we live. We've lived here over a year now and somehow I've never been. So yesterday, we jumped in the car and headed out. I gotta say...I was a little disappointed. The prices were about the same as regular stores and the selection wasn't that good. I did walk away with a new bra though from the Hanes outlet, drastically discounted for breast cancer awareness month. So there's that.

What was more exciting was the antique and consignment store we found downtown. Much more our speed. :-)

How has your weekend been?

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Nanny Style: Slouchy

Tunic via ThredUP, $12 (similar)

Fade to Blue Jeggings, $10 (similar)

Thrifted Flats, $5 (similar)

Timex Watch via Target, $8 (exactly)

Walmart Earrings, $3

Glasses c/o GlassesUSA

I have definitely been in love with the slouchy look this spring. Wide sleeves, maxi dresses, tunics...I can't get enough. It's just way too comfortable to resist. 

Have you guys watched any of the new Arrested Development on Netflix? I never watched any of the original series, but Jeremy and I decided to give it a try, and have actually been enjoying it! I don't totally love it, but it's been a fun way to pass a few evenings together lately. 

First Snow

Modcloth "Any Day Now" Dress, Gifted

Husband's Belt (similar)

Fade to Blue Jeggings via Dress Barn, $10 on clearance (similar)

JC Penney Boots, $50 (similar)

A new outfit! And snow! Craziness.

I finally got feeling well enough again to venture out for some after Christmas shopping.  I got some pretty good deals, used some gift cards, and came home happy. :-)  

What do you all do for New Years Eve?  My husband and I never have any plans, and never quite know what to do.  I'd love some suggestions. :-)

A Windy Outfit

Thrifted Dress ($5); Old Navy Cardi ($11); Dress Barn Jeggings ($10); Connie Boots via Famous Footwear (clearance, $40)

Unfortunately, this is the only good photo we got of this outfit.  We decided to take photos on Lake Michigan and it was super cold and windy.  Not the smartest idea we've ever had...

Although, you really can't beat the scenery.  The lake is always beautiful, but I especially love it on a cloudy day.  

Back to the Great Lakes State

F21 Tunic via Ebay ($7)

Fade to Blue Jeggings via Dress Barn ($10)

Dr Scholls Flats via Burlington ($19)

Vintage Necklace via Gramma (free)

Ahhhh.  So good to be back to my home state!  We took these last Friday up on Lake Superior when we went to return our moving truck.

It was a bit of a drive to return the truck, so we just made a day of it.  We ate lunch at the local Mexican restaurant, went to the mall, both thrift stores, and of course, stopped to enjoy the sunshine.  I got some supplies to glitter-ize a pair of flats my mom gave me, which I'll be sharing tomorrow! :)

How was your weekend?

Blue Layers

Tunic Dress: Ebay'd F21

Jeggings: Dress Barn

Boots: Old Navy

Scarf: Christopher and Banks (Burlington Coat Factory)

Earrings: Etsy

It was rainy today.  And cold.  And I liked it.

I walked around with my new Old Navy jacket on most of the day:

We spent the day doing a little shopping, and picked up our new fish!  It was a lot of fun, but I think everyone in the county decided that today would be a great day to go shopping too.  Our normally quiet thrift store was packed full.  I did manage to walk out with a few things though, I'll have to share them tomorrow!