Green Acres Meets Paris

“So Come – Brush Against the Wall of My Life”

November 22, 2016 10 Comments

I wrote this blog post a couple of years ago, after the mass shooting in Aurora, Colo. Any death, whether I know the person or people personally, affects my life and touches my heart. In fact, I just found out that one of my former college classmates died in a hunting accident this past Saturday. There was also a tragic bus accident in Chattanooga, Tenn., just yesterday, in which six children were killed. These deaths are unfortunate and heart-breaking, especially since it’s right before Thanksgiving. In light of this news, I wanted to share this blog post again, as a […]

All Things Fashion, Style

Inspiration for Stylish Monochromatic Outfits

November 21, 2016 No Comments

I have been known to wear all one color, whether it be all black, blue, red, or gray. It’s simple to just style a monochromatic outfit and head out the door. Because I’m a Medical Assistant and dress in scrubs all day every day, my weekends tend to be monochromatic as well. But I love how simple, and yet elegant, monochromatic outfits can be when styled in just the right way. I found some inspiration on Pinterest and some of these outfits are easy to copy. With all of the fashion trends out there, I think sometimes having just the […]

All Things Beauty

I want HER hair! Is that too much to ask?

November 19, 2016 6 Comments

I have lamented several times on my blog the love-hate relationship I have with my naturally curly hair. Today I love it, but tomorrow may be a different story. I look at other women with their seemingly perfectly coifed natural curls and think to myself, “I want HER hair! Is that too much to ask?” So here are some of my curly hair “I want HER hair” inspirations! Images borrowed from Pinterest I know how to style my hair, but getting the right cut is an important aspect, if not the most important, of having fabulous, envy-inducing naturally curly hair. […]

All Things Wanderlust

11 Last-Minute Thanksgiving Getaways

November 16, 2016 No Comments

Thanksgiving is a week away and if you’re not planning to get together with family or friends, then why not get away to somewhere new, explore a different city, and celebrate the holiday by getting away from all the Black Friday frenzy. Thanksgiving can be stressful enough without having to worry about where to go, so I put together a list of last minute Thanksgiving getaways. Las Vegas, Nevada My husband and I went to Las Vegas a couple of years ago for Thanksgiving. We stayed at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and had a fabulous time. Dublin, Ireland There are […]

All Things Fashion, All Things Pinterest-ing, Style

Thanksgiving Fashion Ideas with Whimsical Statement Shirts

November 14, 2016 2 Comments

Thanksgiving is not all about the food. It’s also about Thanksgiving fashion! Some of us like to look good while we prepare the feast, eat the feast, and watch the parades and football games. In fact, I love shirts that express how I’m feeling and shows others that I’m feeling “thankful, blessed, and grateful.” So who’s with me? Do you want a whimsical statement shirt to wear to your parent’s house for Thanksgiving? Then try one of these adorable shirts. Gobble Gobble Gobble – available at Jane and currently on sale for $15.99 / For this price, you could buy […]