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Friday, February 26, 2010

kansas city...


We're headed to Kansas City for the weekend!!!  We've been waiting for this weekend for weeks now!  I'm so excited.  It's our Valentine's Day/anniversary celebration.
I love the shopping in KC... and the Power and Light District!   I'll take lots of pictures to share!

About this pic... it was taken on our way to dinner on our trip last year.  It was super hot... I'm glad we got a decent shot!  

{I love this top I had on... wish I had a full view to share... I'll get one next time I wear it}


I'm back...

I'm back... and better than ever!  I apologize for the slight neglecting of the blog... I've been so busy with work and also in a funk.  I new this week was going to be busy so I scheduled all of my posts {short and sweet} last weekend and didn't touch my blog all week.  I promise I will answer comments and emails very soon.

This week during my little time away from my blog I thought long and hard about what I wanted to accomplish/make of it.  I talked to several people about it... mom, cody, friends, and coworkers... and tried to figure out a solution and what my problem was.  

So here's what I came up with...

1)  I already have a full time job that is not only mentally exhausting but physically exhausting as well... when I get home I want to rest.

2)I have a wonderful boyfriend that I love spending time with... luckily one of our favorite things to do is sit on the couch with our computers in our lap with a glass of wine.  Because of this it is easy to take care of blogging but there are times when I just want to watch a movie!  

3) I have a family I love to go see.  Last week I went to see my lil sis cheer and then had a wonderful lazy Saturday with them and my sweet nephew!  I live 20 miles away and should see them more often.  Especially with as fast as my nephew is growing... and because my mom always lets me raid the pantry and the freezer!!! :)  {that's not important but it's fun}

4) I have a gym in need to get to... I haven't even been to spin class in 2 weeks.  Very unlike me!!!

5) I'm trying to save money... when I try to save money I have a mental block when it comes to finding those beautiful things I need to share with you all.  I feel like that's where this slump began.  I would make myself check the websites and post about something I have no desire to talk about. 

So here's what I came up with...  

1) Don't worry I'm not going to stop blogging...   I might not post as regularly though.  I'm thinking to continue M-F and then take the weekends off.

2) Some posts may be of great length and then some may be as simple as a picture of something I like/love.

3) I've realized that I would like to share my personal outfits with you.  To begin with I didn't want it to be that way but I may end up snapping a shot of an outfit I love and post it.  I feel like this will be a bit easier seeing as how I dress myself everyday.

4) Anyone can go to Forever 21 or Target and find great things... I am an eclectic individual and simply posting mediocre pictures straight from the website makes me feel as if I'm not trying to represent who I really am.   I am not one to be ordinary... but my blog has been lately.  

Now... glad I got that off my chest! ;) 


Thanks to all of you!!!    



lovely...


Pretty!!!  I love a good floral print blouse... especially with such romantic hues.




  

Thursday, February 25, 2010

country rebel...


Love this pretty little dress coat!



Wednesday, February 24, 2010

romper...



I love a good romper!!




Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Croc...


Mmm... love this!  





Monday, February 22, 2010

busy, busy, busy...

Hello everyone!!!  Just wanted to let you know... I'm super busy this week.  Keep checking because I will continue to post everyday it just might not be as detailed/personal as usual but I'll try.  So sorry... I'll be back soon!  Hope you have a lovely week!!!


PS:  The "something special for someone very special" was a photo album I made for Cody.  Saturday was our anniversary and I gave it to him then.  It has all of our pictures in it that we've taken the past year... all of them!  He loved it!


Oh... our fish Dingham died last Friday.  He turned a year old on Valentine's Day... and I think he must have been upset that we didn't celebrate.  Sad day.  We're going to get a Dingham II though!  A fish may not seem like much to most people... but he was our pet.  I loved him and most definitely shed a tear or two when he didn't wake up Friday morning.  RIP Dingham!


Now, I'm done.  Busy busy!!!








Friday, February 19, 2010

friday babble... enjoy



Should we do a week in review???  Yes, yes... I think we should.



I started my week (let's jump back to last weekend) by going to see Valentine's Day with Cody and my family... it was cute!  Cody and I laid low for V-Day by celebrating with a heart shaped pizza, wine, and lots of movies... it was delightful!  We did get out for a bit... Common Grounds for some warm and cozy drinks late Sunday afternoon.  It was just perfect especially with the unbelievably cold temps that day!  
All weekend we tried to find good romantic comedies in almost every local redbox... no such luck.  {Still can't find them... I checked today}  I really want to see Couples Retreat!!!




Hmm... and then there's Monday.  My weekly routine at work is quite similar on one hand... and then on the other it's completely off the wall!  There's never a dull moment.  I really love it... being the visual head I'm always busy!  

Forget the rest of the week at work... let's talk about the fun stuff!  

I vacuumed my apartment!  No seriously, I hate vacuuming with a bloody passion... don't know why because after I do it I feel so much better.  




I got back into the swing of going to the gym on a regular basis... usually about 3-4 days a week.  {don't judge... I'm on my feet 40 something hours a week as well so I leave the rest of the days for other activities or pure laziness}  My gym time is usually spent in spin class.  Although, my gym is under construction so I've been forced to use the eliptical or the treadmill... blah.  There's nothing like a good spin class to kick your butt in shape!  

I made something special for someone very special... I will share more next week! 

Cody and I are planning a trip for next weekend!!!  Super excited!  I will elaborate more on that next week as well.




Cody had a bad day the other day so I made him a lovely dinner... salmon, rice, spinach salad. Sounds great doesn't it?  It tasted as if I had baked cardboard.  I love salmon but the thought of putting it in my mouth even today makes me want to vomit.  Big mistake!  I am no where near domestic... why, why, why?  My parents are such good cooks and I didn't catch on at all! It's really bad... poor Cody.  


I went to see my little sister cheer... at my old high school which she is now attending.  It's so fun to see her follow my footsteps!  

The sun came out this week... that was nice!




Mardi Gras!!!  My family lives in New Orleans... so fun!  I'm not there, nor did I go to fashion week.  Just sittin' tight here in Arkansas!  Not participating in Lint either... I grew up Baptist!

I believe that's all for now... I could probably go on for hours about random nonsense.  I hope you all have a lovely weekend.  Please note... I'm taking the weekend off from blogging.  We'll see how it works!  Be back Monday! ;)








Thursday, February 18, 2010

new additions...


New tops!!!  

I apologize for the mediocre picture... it was the only way I could show my items without me in the pic.  I'm not one to pose and place a picture of myself on here.  Why you ask?  1) This blog is about things I love or just happen to make me smile... not me.  2) By the time I get to someone who could actually take my picture in these outfits {Cody}, I have usually already been to the gym, showered, and changed in to my comfy clothes.  3) I don't have time. ;)

Anyway, these are a few of the new little additions to my closet!

From right to left...

1)  F21 - white trapeze tunic
2) F21 - SALE navy studded dress ($10)
3) F21 - this top... I bought all 3 colors!
4) F21 - hearts - my v-day gift from my mom 
5) F21 - striped trapeze tunic

{also, ignore the hangers... I tend to spend more money on the articles hanging rather than the hanger itself}

Wednesday, February 17, 2010

it's fashion week...






So we're wrapping up fashion week!!!  Am I there... no no.  Do I wish I was?  You have no idea!  I even bought a leopard fur last week... hoping I might put it to good use on a trip to NYC!  {although I have no plans of going}  Even though I'm not there, I have been doing my research.  My favorite shows so far are as follows:





I will continue to do my research... until then, please enjoy what my favorites so far!





Tuesday, February 16, 2010

must stay dry...


Anybody need a new raincoat???  This one's pretty pretty!

Monday, February 15, 2010

simplicity...




We had a heart shaped pizza for V-Day dinner!  It was just lovely!



Sunday, February 14, 2010

v-day...


Happy Valentine's Day!!!

Saturday, February 13, 2010

faux vintage...

Yet another adorable vintage inspired hat... so cute!  Soon I will post my hat collection for you all to see. ;)




Friday, February 12, 2010

casual friday...


Gotta love those casual Fridays!!!  




Thursday, February 11, 2010

love at first sight...


Want it... need it... have to have it!






Wednesday, February 10, 2010

valentines...

Free image of Romantic Love Heart

It's almost Valentine's Day!  A sensitive subject to some... and to others, it's a day to celebrate love.  I personally like it!  Of course I like it a little bit more this and last year because of my wonderful Cody.  Before him though, I celebrated with those who love me most... my family.  My little sister and I have had some fantastic V-Day dates, and Pops always buys us flowers.  {He still brings them to me at work}  My mom still buys us the candy hearts and usually something red.  I really love it... great memories!   So even though there are times when I didn't have a significant other on V-Day, I was still surrounded with the utmost love by the ones who will always be there for me.  All in all, Valentine's Day does not have to be full of loneliness and misery.  Turn to the one's you know love you!      

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

swiss army steal...

Please check out this amazing deal on this Swiss Army boyfriend style watch... it's only $67!!! Love it!  Just click here to snatch this studious little piece and many others glorious finds.



Monday, February 8, 2010

saints...


I couldn't resist... New Orleans holds a special place in my heart!  My family lives there and I have endless memories of this city.  I would have loved to have been down in the French Quarter after this victory.  Congrats NOLA... it's about time!


cute little tee...


Such a cute tee!  I love the sleeve, the pin, and the length.  
I wish I could buy everything I post about... ;)




Sunday, February 7, 2010

new style...



Don't worry... it's still the same blog!  I just did a little refining.



sunday special...


I have a slight obsession with handbags... here are a few that I love right now.







Everyone needs a great handbag... enjoy!



Saturday, February 6, 2010

rain dance anyone...


We haven't seen too many sunny days here lately... so why not make the best of it and buy a cute umbrella?  I actually used to have one identical to this that I got on my trip to NYC a few years ago.  Hmm... there's no better way to say "TOURIST" than to have an umbrella like this while trying to look up at the huge buildings and take tons of pictures.  I did not care!  I loved it!  So glad I stumbled upon it so I could share it with all of you!

Friday, February 5, 2010

it's all in the accessories...


I like this dress... 

... but just imagine it with this in your hair!  Love it now!!!  Sometimes a great accessory is all you need for an outstanding look.


{so sorry... the headpiece is no longer available}

Thursday, February 4, 2010

cute flats...

41479-NAT

Check out these lovelies!!!  Only $14.70... seriously!  I can't promise they'll last forever or be comfortable though.  Who cares... they're less than $15!

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idée fixe...


You all know I love this silhouette... slightly obsessed with it!  We got this top in-store yesterday and I want all 3 colors.  I think I might just buy the red but all of them are beautiful and vibrant.  I also love that it's silk and has a sweet little pocket.  Love pockets!

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

my favorite wrapping...


This is my favorite scarf right now... I wear it too much!  The color and weight is just perfect and goes with lots of goodies in my closet.  I have the light grey, but I highly recommend snatching up this $6.50 scarf in several colors!

Tuesday, February 2, 2010

love...

I just love this clutch!  So unique!

Monday, February 1, 2010

another dress...


I bought this last year and wanted to wear it everyday!  You think I'm kidding... no no! The tie around the waist and the pleats in the front are quite flattering.  It's a good length too... not too short.  Great to wear now with leggings, boots, and your favorite cardigan or jacket.  It's also a perfect dress to transition into Spring and then Summer.  Spring: cardi/jacket, flats, and maybe a light weight scarf.  Summer: sandals or flip-flops.  Feel free to add a pop of color as well!  I always wore my favorite yellow hat!