Archive for April, 2013
Hello Friends and Happy Tuesday
Do you remember Bill Withers’ 1977, hit song, Lovely Day? Not all of the words in this song exactly describes my day but it definitely was a LOVELY DAY! I took a day off from work so that my son could drop off his car and have it checked and then get to the orthodontist and dentist for treatments. It was such a lovely day, not only because of the weather but because I got a chance to spend it with my oldest son. Mothers with teenage and young adult sons know how difficult it can be to get them to spend time with you without complaint, so I took full advantage of it!
We started the day at Delaware Orthodontics in Middletown, this NASCAR-themed office is such a great place for kids of all ages, with video games and a flat screen TV to keep you occupied while in the waiting room.
After leaving the dentist office we stopped at Rugged Wearhouse where I found these pink, Gingham pumps on clearance for $5.00!
For lunch we went to Mickey D’s so I could try the new McWrap that I’ve heard so much about, it wasn’t bad for a fast food sandwich. I had coupons so it was only $1.00, and Tayair was able to get a Buy 1 Get 1 FREE BigMac sandwich.
It definitely was a lovely day!
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April Showers Bring Money School Classes!
Take Control! What Everyone Needs to Know About Basic Estate Planning
Wed., April 24, 6:00-8:00pm
Newark Free Library
Guest Instructor – Mary Culley, Morris James LLP
Show Me My Money
Wed., April 24, 7:00-9:00pm
Hockessin Library
Whitney Singer, Clarifi
Money Matters- Budgeting
Wed., April 24, 12noon-1:30pm
Claymont Community Center
Guest Instructor – Nicole Henri, Citizens
Light Lunch Provided!
Foreclosure Prevention
Fri., Apr. 26, 2:00-4:00pm
Elsmere Library
Mary Rammel, CCCS of MD and DE
DSHA Homebuyer Fair
Sat., April 27, 8:30am-4:00pm
Christiana Hilton
Guest Instructor – Delaware State Housing Authority
Business Fashion Savvy on a Shoe String Budget
Sat., Apr. 27, 12:30-3:00pm
Hillcrest Bellefonte Learning Ctr.
Dr. Jay Macklin, Direct Sales & Home Based Business Network
Understanding Your Credit Report
Mon., April 29, 7:00-9:00pm
Hockessin Library
Whitney Singer, Clarifi
Lunch and Learn: Financial Literacy for the Business Owner
Wed., May 1, 12noon-1:30pm
Claymont Community Center
Dinette Rivera, Rivera Business Development Group
Light lunch provided
Do It Yourself Savings
Thurs., May 2, 12noon-1:30pm
Claymont Community Center
Sharon Ann Boland, Citi Community Development
Strategies for Collecting Social Security
Mon., May 6, 6:00-7:00pm
Newark Library
Michael Connor, WSFS Investments
Finding Balance In Your Budget
Mon., May 6, 6:00-7:00pm
Elsmere Library
Steven Lucas, Edward Jones
Business Travel Savings/Tax Tips
Mon., May 6, 6:00-8:00pm
Hillcrest Bellefonte Learning Ctr.
Dr. Jay Macklin, Direct Sales & Home Based Business Network
Show Me My Money
Mon., May 6, 6:00-8:00pm
Kirkwood Library
Whitney Singer, Clarifi
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Hello Friends and Happy Sunday
I trust you all had a nice weekend and were able to relax or do something fun and exciting or both! I wasn’t able to clean out my closets but I did have a busy fun filled weekend which started with the honor of being chosen, “Top Blogger of the Week” by Sverve. I was in a fantastic mood as I headed out leaving my men doing yard work which wasn’t what my sons had planned for their weekend. While in town I stopped at my favorite lunch spot, The Java House Cafe where they were hosting a book signing by Christian author Richelle Rodgers. Her book, Forever Growing A Journey of Trust is a motivational book on empowerment and growing your relationship with God. Richelle is a retired Army Vet who remains very active in supporting other female vets and is currently working on a Women Veterans Leadership Awards Symposium to be held in DC this fall.
Today, The Java House Cafe hosted another book signing by author, Jacqueline Charmane, her 5th book, They Raped Me Once Over and Over Again, is a true story based on her life. She spoke briefly about some of the heart breaking events in her life including the emotional and physical abuse by both her rapist and husband as well as the the kidnapping of her son. I was fortunate to have had the opportunity to speak with each author after the events, purchased an autographed copy of the books, and took pictures which I will post later this week.
Today, was a bright and sunny day, a little cool but I had just purchased this Printed Cold Shoulder Dress from Avon and wanted to wear it to church.
It reminds me of a 70’s retro dress with the slit sleeves, do you remember Julie from The Mod Squad?
This vibrant floral print dress is only $24.99 for all sizes – S-3X
I wore navy blue heels – thrifted from GW Boutique (Goodwill)
Embellished Cross Collection Rings and Bangles – Avon
Earrings are silver hoops from jewelry box
Have a fantastical week – Smooches!
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This was such an honor and a great way to start the weekend!
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Happy Fri-Yay!
Finally the end of an exhausting week, so ready to sit back, relax, and have a glass (or two) of wine. Enjoy your weekend, be safe, stay blessed and tell someone “I Love You!”
Reflecting on my many blessings!
I love casual Fridays
Linking up with Two Thirty-Five Designs – hop on over and join the fun
Have a fantastical weekend – Smooches!
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Hello Friends and Happy Fri-Yay!
TGIF, this week has been such an emotional roller coaster that I am looking forward to just kicking back, relaxing and reflecting on our many blessings. I am also looking forward to cleaning out the bottom of my closet and under the beds. Spring is officially here so now it’s time to put away the winter shoes and boots and bring out the sandals. I stopped at Target yesterday to pick up a few groceries and of course made a quick detour through the shoe department. No shoe haul this time but my little eyes did spy several pairs of shoes on clearance that are on my wish list. I also checked out the the Kate Young Collection, this celebrity stylist’s glam collection includes jewelry, handbags and shoes ranging in prices from $15.00 to $90.00.
The only pair that I added to wish list were these yellow cork sandals on sale for $24.99
clearance ankle strap sandals and wedges
Mossimo and xhiliration Heels
Flats
Mossimo Color Block Sandals – $19.99
Lonely Prabal Gurung dress on the clearance rack
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Similar to this DIY necklace featured in today’s OOTD , Glamour Magazine has posted other ideas for using nail polish.
5 Gorgeous Nail Polish Ideas That Don’t Involve Nails (Here’s How to Use Up All Those Pretty Colors You’ve Hoarded!): Girls in the Beauty Department: glamour.com.
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Similar to this DIY necklace featured in today’s OOTD , Glamour Magazine has posted other ideas for using nail polish.
5 Gorgeous Nail Polish Ideas That Don’t Involve Nails (Here’s How to Use Up All Those Pretty Colors You’ve Hoarded!): Girls in the Beauty Department: glamour.com.
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Hello Friends and Happy Friday Eve!
This morning I woke up blessed but stressed which is not the norm for me. Before driving into work I stopped at Middletown Car Care to check on the status of “Miranda”, Tayair’s old car. We took it in last week for a diagnosis to determine if is was worth having it serviced and then given to Malik or not serviced and left on the lot to be sold. I don’t like being stressed or carrying a burden so I am going to relax, take a deep breath, exhale and then release it into the atmosphere.
Friday Eve and it’s not very Springy, it’s overcast and cloudy, a “jeans and t-shirt” type of day, but since I can’t wear that to work it’s a “two-tone dress” type of day.
How do you release stress?
Dress – Ross// Animal Print Peep Toe Shoes – Charmingly Linda’s Consignment Shop
I am stronger than my stress!
These legs really need some sun!
Earrings were a gift from an IBM manager that I supported in 1983!
Necklace was purchased from Flea Market vendor and then I used nail polish to add color to the stones
Have a fantabulous day – Smooches!
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Give Me My Flowers While I’m Living
In this world today while we’re living
Some folks say the worst of us they can
But when we are dead and in our caskets
They always slip some lilies in our hand
Won’t you give me my flowers while I’m living
And let me enjoy them while I can
Pleae don’t wait till I’m ready to be buried
And then slip some lilies in my hand
In this world is where we need our flowers
A kind word to help us get along
If you can’t give me flowers while I’m living
Then please don’t throw them when I’m gone
Version:
Flatt and Scruggs
Sending these flowers from my house to yours – hope you’re not allergic!
Have a fantabulous day – Smooches!
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