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2017 Best Nine on Instagram
I’ve heard 2017 described in a variety of ways. Most of them unpleasant, courtesy of the current political and social climate. And, I can’t lie, it hasn’t always been easy. There’ve been times when I’ve wanted to bury my head under the covers and cry because of the heaviness of it all, but then I think of all the ways that I’ve been blessed and I can’t help but to say “Thank You, Lord, for all that I’ve been given.” I look at my the photos from my Instagram feed and I see health, happiness, and restoration. I see a couple doing something they never really thought they’d get to…
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Wear for Play: Poncho, Striped Tee, and Denim Jeggings
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Wear for Play: Animal Print Cardi and Polka Dot Tee
This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase something using one of those links, I will receive a commission at no extra charge to you. Hey, hey, hey! How’re you doing? I’m doing well. We’ve hit the end of the semester at work, so things are getting hectic. I’ll be honest, the beginning and the end of the semester are my favorite times. At the beginning of the semester, everyone is so bright eyed and full of hope and at the end of the semester everyone is like “I DID IT! I SURVIVED!!” Students, staff, and faculty alike. Anyway, I wore this outfit while out rode trippin’ with The Hubs.…
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Wear to Work: Black and White Woman Silhouette Dress
This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase something using one of the links, I will receive a small commission at no extra charge to you. Happy Wednesday! I hope you guys are having a great week so far. I’m just now getting up and around; I’ve been in the bed sick with the flu for the last 12 days. Honest to goodness, I’ve never felt like that before, so if you haven’t gotten your flu shot DO IT!! So, about this dress… I saw it on Zulily and fell in love. I think because it’s just quirky and fun. Honestly, I don’t know who this lady is supposed to…
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Wear to Work: Polka Dot Blouse, Velvet Vest, and Tweed Pants
This post may contain affiliate links. If you purchase something using one of the links, I’ll receive a small commission at no extra charge to you. Thank you for supporting my blogging habit. I’m sitting here watching Alley McBeal and remembering how much I loooooved this show. I mean serious die hard fan. I adored the quirky characters, the soundtrack, and, yes, the fashions. Do you remember how upset everyone was over the length of Ally’s skirts? It was on par with the outcry against Murphy Brown being a single mom on a prime time television show. Anyway, I’ve been having a lot of discussions with friends and family about…
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Wear to Work: Choker Blouse and Textured Pants
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Burst of Color in Winter
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Guest Post: “Nobody Wants Koolaid” by Brie Tucker
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Retro Floral Dress and Blue Suede Shoes
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Jeweled Cardigan and Faux Leather Midi Skirt
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