A slice of Blue

February 07, 2013
Bracelets









So remember when I said I was missing blue in my closet?  This appears to be one of the very few blue items I own.  No surprise it is leopard print either!  My mom was in town this past weekend at took these pics for me.  It always a little funny posing for a) your mom, and b) not a blogger!  But she is always a good sport and does a great job!  Thanks mom! This sweater is from Harolds.  They are no longer in business, but they were my #1 place to shop.  I miss them!  Alexandra Beth sent me this blue agate slice necklace to style, and I love it.  It is on a beautiful chain and hangs to my waist.  The edge is dipped in gold and the light catches the agate and all the rings are so beautiful.  

It has been so cold in Kansas that it was difficult to get any outside outfit pics lately.  I am glad to hear that spring is coming soon (according to the groundhog) so I can enjoy  the outside more!  I have to be honest, these pics were a reality check for me and hard to post.  I can see just how much I enjoyed the winter feasting by how much I look like a sausage in this!  

With that said, I have every intention of doing something about it! I use to run 25+ miles a week a few years back, and felt so good when I did.  I miss the feeling of de stressing, and release you get from the so called runners high!  So, you have to name it to claim it they say!  I am stating right here for you all to keep me accountable.  I have goals!  Goals to get in a swim suit in a few months, shorts, and I want to run again! I want to feel healthy instead of sluggish.  I normally don't get this personal about my weight, or exercise, but it has been heavy on my mind.  I want to be honest, and honestly? I am tired of being this size! 

I hope you will see a change in about three months, (that how long they say it takes to notice a physical change) and I hope to be reporting in with my stats of running soon!  Ya gotta walk before you run!



Four Favorites/Sandals

February 06, 2013
fashion
I am ready for spring!  So ready, that I have started wearing my flip flops almost all the time on the weekends now! Now mind you, it is still with a pair of sweats, or yoga pants, and I am only running errands, but my toes want to be free!  I long for a french pedicure and sandals!  

I have started a little online browsing for sandals, and these beauties all caught my eye.  It is far to dangerous for me to actually stroll thru the shoe department with a undying need to buy new sandals!  The BF is way smarter than to fall for my trick of "Hey, lets grab a bite to eat at Nordstroms cafe"!!  He knows that would lead to a trip downstairs thru the shoe department and BAM......  it's on like donkey kong!! But trust me, these are on my radar, and soon will be strapped around my pretty little toes! 

I am linking up with my Kristin and Ashlyn again today, so be sure to see what their favorites are!










House of Blues

February 05, 2013
bags
As I was standing in my closet this weekend putting outfits together, I realized I am a long ways from full spectrum.  There is plenty of gray, and tons of black, and even a fair amount of pink.  But the one color there is little to none, is Blue!  I don't mind blue, so I really am puzzled as to why I always tend to shy away from it when selecting new items.  I  actually will state in a store to a salesperson "no thats blue, I dont wear anything blue"!  Why? I have no idea.  The only thing I can think of is that I would need to purchase more than that one item to have choices, and that seems like a major closet addition! 

So I am vowing to add more colors to my closet this spring, and I will start with blue.  It won't be easy for me.  I always gravitate to pinks and grays!  What is your go to color?  Are you like me, with a tipped scale to one color?





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Happy Monday

February 04, 2013
Celebration
What a great weekend! I accomplished so much and it feels so good starting the week with some much done!  My mom was in town for a visit and it was great to see her and spend time with her and my sister.  Friday evening we went to my sister's best friends house to learn her green smoothie recipe.  It definetely makes me want to purchase one of these bad boys!  If I can convience the BF to try a smoothie, I might actually have a chance to get one!  I let ya know how that goes!! 

Saturday I was up early and out running my errands.  I am working on a few DIY projects and needed a few more supplys.  I can't wait to share these with you soon! I had my nail appointment Saturday afternoon, then stopped by Dean and Deluca to pick up some biscottis to go with our evening lattes.  I am telling you, my Nespresso is the greatest gift, and I enjoy a decaf in the evenings, so it was fitting combo!  

As usual, my #2 son and his family spent the weekend with us, so Sunday we had a great family breakfast my son made.  He attended culinary school and loves to be in the kitchen.  Only thing is, he hates to clean up, so that is left for me!  But hey, its a trade off since he cooks!  We did a little superbowl party shopping, I picked up these beautiful tulips for the house.   The weather was fabulous, so we spent some time outside enjoying the day, and then another fabulous meal by my son and watched the game!  

How was your weekend?  Did you watch the game and did your team win?  We were a house divided!  But is was a good game for sure!

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