Random Thursday

April 11, 2013
Today is a random day.  You see, I spent the better part of last night at the Apple store trying to figure out why my laptop was telling me it was almost at capacity!  What? That can't be possible!  Gotta love the genius bar!  The guys there were so sweet, and helpful.  Come to find out..... A) I have tons of photos in my library, (I have already dumped over 3K) and B) I need to empty ALL my recycle bins on the computer, not just one!  I was convinced my sons (one particular who will remain nameless) had gotten on it and downloaded a bunch of  *stuff* ie: music videos, youtubes, and pranks, not to mention, music I do not listen too!  Gladly I was wrong!  Whew!! It was time well spent!  I have been working on my laptop more this week rather than my IMac, because somehow, I have strained my back over the weekend and I am laying on a  heating pad at night trying to get some relief. I am hoping to be back on my feet more by this weekend! It's not too terrible, but just enough to nag at me all day. 

After my appointment, I had a little time to kill and I picked up a new one of these.  The sale clerk convinced me to switch up the color to a softer shade... I think I may like it!

I wanted to shop here and pick up these, but sadly they were already closed!  Maybe I will make it back this weekend. 

Yesterday was a happy mail day too!  You may have seen this on instagram last night if you follow me... you do right? What's inside is even more exciting!

Don't forget, today is the last day to enter this giveaway for a darling sweater!

I have been working on several great collaborations coming your way soon!  I truly love blogging, and all the many friends I have made along the way.  I appreciate all of you that read, follow, comment, and tweet with me!  Sharing our moments of excitement thru our instagram pics, and reaching out when someone needs a "atta girl" is what it's all about.  Thanks for being my friends!  I appreciate you!

On a completely different note, the BF is convinced I have too much baby stuff at our house.  I added a little tykes climb and slide playset this weekend to the garage for outside, along with having a swing hung in the garage, and my rocker that I used for all my boys when they were babies, made it out of storage and into the great room!  I was feeling pretty good about it all, until last night he called me out on it! I better give a little extra love and attention to him so he doesn't competely freak when he finds out I want a wagon too!!  It really is starting to look like kids lives at my house!  Funy how that happens!!  The other two grandbabies will be in Kansas so soon, and Mimi's house will be ready, toys, swings, and rocker!!  That's all I am going to say about that!!!!

What does your Thursday look like? 

 

Four Favorites//Feel Good

April 10, 2013







This weeks four favorites are all about feeling good!  I have had a recent run of "life happening" and really the things that I am drawn to for healing are simple, and small.  The feel of a new bracelet on my arm, the scent of a new fragrance, always a crisp white sandal to start the season with, and my favorite time of the day...... mornings to sip my coffee out of this whimsical mug!  

A new bracelet always brightens my day and this colorful J Crew one is so pretty.  I love all the colors, and how chunky it is!  I will always have a need for more bracelets!  Some people are necklace fans, and so many girls are fans of statement necklaces, but me?  I would rather stack my arm then wrap my neck! If you remember from this post last year, I am a Jo Malone fan, and layer fragrances to create my own scent!  I am a fan of Pomegranate Noir, and Vanilla Anise in the winter months, and Nectarine Blossom and Honey, Grapefruit and Orange Blossom, and discontinued, Lotus Blossom in the summer months.  I have always had to order my fragrances from a store as it is not carried or sold anywhere in the state of Kansas.  Go Figure! Well that all changes last month when Halls announced  they would be carrying Jo Malone at the Plaza location!  Technically still not Kansas, but close enough!!  I will be adding Blackberry and Bay to my line up as it smells so good!  

So I bet your wondering how a sandal made my feel good four favorites?  Well duh, a sandal for one, Jack Rogers for two, and a slide for three!! Perfection! Oh, and its white!    

I know by now you have all probably seen the darling mugs by Ashley Brooke Designs. But her newest Mrs. Fancy Pants is perfect!  There is just something to wrapping your hands around the white mug, and the words Mrs. Fancy pants peeking out between your fingers that just brings a smile to my face!  

So whats on your feel good list this week?  Don't forget I am linking up today, so hop over and see what Ashlyn and Kristin are favoriting! 


Black and White Dress

April 09, 2013
Shopping last week at Ann Taylor, I couldn't help but spot this sweater dress on the sale rack!  I even got an additional 30% off that night!  Score!  Right now you can save an extra 40% off sale items! I recommend you checking the sale items, there are some great deals, and who doesn't like a bargain?  Ann Taylor has long been a favorite place of mine to shop.  The styles are very professional, and tasteful, but trendy at the same time, and when you work in an office environment that calls for business casual this has always been a staple for me! 

 I am a sucker for black and white, and a sweater dress too!  The dress is so fun with spots on the front, and stripes on the back!  It may be turning warm soon, but this will be a favorite of mine once fall returns!! Have you found any great sales lately?  






Dress Ann Taylor / Shoes Prabal Garung for Target  /  Sunnies Chanel / Watch Michele / Earrings Silpada

Hello Monday

April 08, 2013






Sweatshirt Hello Merch / Gingham shirt Old Navy / Clutch Fab by Cab c/o / Craniaum bracelet Bauble Bar / Bracelet The Ropes Maine  c/o / Watch Michele / Jeans Karen Kane  c/o


Happy Monday lovelies!  It was a warm sunny weekend here in Kansas finally, and we accomplished a lot!  I vowed to add more blue to my wardrobe a few weeks back, so when the time came to pick out a color of this fun sweatshirt, blue was the choice!  I have to admit, I pondered on it, and if it was in pink you can bet that would have been a tought one to pass.  It is so fun, and I love how it goes so well with my new clutch!  Another blue by Fab by Cab!   


How was your weekend?  Anything exciting happen?




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