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T-Shirt Tuesday | Welcoming in Spring

Hello Friends and Happy Tuesday

Last Thursday I was up bright and early, well it actually wasn’t that bright, but it was early.  I wanted to welcome in Spring and get a jump on wearing less clothing, mostly in particular no tights or hose.  

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After dressing quickly I rushed to the door to check out the weather, although there was still snow on the ground it wasn’t blustery cold as it had been only a few days earlier.

Welcome Spring

“Hey Spring, come on in, stay awhile, we’ve missed you!”

 

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 It felt good not to have to wear tights or hose and to be able to put on a short sleeve T-shirt was even better.  I purposely thrifted this black T-shirt after seeing Ms. Looking Good in her white one.  Prior to reading her post, I would have never thought to wear a t-shirt with a skirt or even to work, but I like the look – what do you think?

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You remember these thrifted black patent leather ankle shoes.  The geometric skirt was a clearance sale bargain from JC Penney.  The necklace and earring set is from Jewelrymax.net, they have some great costume jewelry.

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Have you ever been inspired by another blogger’s outfit?  

What are you looking forward to shedding from your winter wardrobe?

Stay Blessed – No Stress in 2014!

 

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Think Spring @ Hannah Jane

Hello Friends and Happy Fri-Yay!

 It’s going to be another cold weekend so I’m staying indoors to do some early Spring cleaning…yes, I’m even doing the boring chores.  I don’t know about you, but I am super anxious for the warmer weather to get here so I can shed the layers and put away the snow shovel.  Even though we have several more months before we get to that point, I wanted to at least get a jump start on it now.

I refuse to let the wintery winds of January stop me from thinking about or even shopping for the Spring season because now is the best time to do so.  I recently signed up as an affiliate for Hannah Jane, a new online boutique with some great clothing and accessories at affordable prices.  I found a few cute pieces on sale/clearance that I will be adding to my Spring wardrobe, take a look and let me know what you think.

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I recently saw a fellow blogger in a classic white T-shirt, so I want to incorporate them into my wardrobe.  This Yellow Bubble necklace would be a perfect accessory to jazz it up.

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Fuchsia is such a fun Spring color and in jeans it will be great for a casual Friday outfit.

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You know that I love all things Polka Dot and this top paired with a Houndstooth infinity scarf would be great to wear on an early chilly Spring morning or evening.

 Or would it look better with the red scarf?

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You definitely can’t go wrong with a White or Ivory button down blouse and I wish they had this skirt in stock!

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 I immediately feel in love with this striped comfy, casual knit dress.  I could wear it with boots as shown or with pumps to work or even with ballet flats to run errands on the weekend.  What do you think?

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 We do have a few months of cold weather ahead, so I’ll wear a turtleneck underneath this sweater.

AND… I finally found a pair of riding boots in my price range!

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The great thing about shopping at Hannah Jane, other than the prices is that they offer FREE SHIPPING on all orders over $50, and a flat $4.99 rate for orders under $50.  

If you get a chance, head over to their website and take advantage of the 20% off one item sale and if you sign up for the Newsletter you’ll get an additional discount off of your first order. #winning

 Stay Blessed – No Stress in 2014!

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Disclosure

I make money on some products and services that I talk about on this website through affiliate relationships with the merchants in question. I get a small commission on sales of those products.  That in no way affects my opinion of those products and services.


Slow Cooker Saturday

Hello Friends and Welcome to Slow Cooker Saturday!

Do you find yourself rushing through the work week in order to get to the weekends?  If so, do you realize that you are just rushing your life away?  I know because I’m guilty of doing it,  so from now on, other than Mondays I’m going to slow down and enjoy all of the week days.

Do you live for the weekends?

I’m up early and out for the first dress rehearsal for Goodwill’s 2014 Runway Show.  The models will get a chance to see and try on what we, the stylists has chosen for them to wear.   I met with my models previously and they had an opportunity to try on their outfits in Goodwill fitting rooms.  Today with some added accessories we will all get a chance to see what they will be wearing  on the runway and I am anxious.

Friday’s  Foodie Feature was preempted by the Weekend Wind-Down Party (#WWDParty) have you linked up, if not, please do and share a post with us.

Slow Cook Saturday

 

Ingredients:

  • 4 Frozen Chicken Thighs or Breasts
  • 1 Large Can or 2 Small Cans of Cream of Mushroom Soup
  • *1 Package Frozen Broccoli
  • 2 cups of Rice

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Spray Crock Pot with Cooking Spray or use Slow Cook Liners for easy cleanup. Add chicken thighs/breast and top with frozen broccoli.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pour in can(s) of soup and sprinkle with black pepper (optional)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pour in additional can of water

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cover and cook on low 8 hours or high for 4 hours depending on Crock Pot model

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Add two cups of rice, stir and leave on low for an additional 10 mins

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As you can see, my hubby couldn’t wait!

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I hope you are enjoying your weekend because Monday will be here before you know it!

Stay Blessed – No Stress in the New Year!

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*You can also add frozen onions, peppers and mushrooms.


Favorite Fall Scarf

Hello Friends and Happy Hump Day Wednesday

Do you have an article of clothing that has sentimental value and you know that you’ll never ever get rid of it?  Well that’s exactly how I feel about this scarf that once belonged to my sister, Gloria.  I don’t particularly like wearing coats and jackets so this large wrap scarf is perfect for the Fall weather and I know it’ll be part of my wardrobe forever!

Made of 100% Viscose in India reminded my best friend of a Magic Carpet but no matter what it will always be my Favorite Fall Scarf!  

What is your favorite article of clothing that has high sentimental value?

Linking up today with Personal Style Wednesday – hop on over and join in on the fashion fun!  

Have a fantastical day – Smooches!

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Wearing White After Labor Day

Are you a WALDO?

Do you have a White After Labor Day Outfit?

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Growing up I used to hear people say that you should never ever wear white after Labor Day. Growing up we didn’t have many clothes so I probably didn’t have enough white outfits to wear the entire summer let alone carry over past Labor Day.

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Now the older I get the quicker the seasons seem to change and the larger my wardrobe grows. I don’t know about you, but I never get a chance to wear all of my summer outfits in the summer months. Labor Day is the unofficial end of summer, but September 21st is the actual date so I will continue to wear white until then and maybe perhaps even into Fall.

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Remember when I got these jeans for $1.00 at JCPenney

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Hubby took my pics this morning – he makes me smile – I love him so!

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This top has been hanging in my closet for as long as I can remember

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Oh and you know my toes stay open until it snows!

Mossimo Sandals via Target

How about you, do you wear white after Labor Day?

Linking up the entire month of September with Bloggy Moms – hop on over and join in on the fun

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Have a fantastical day – Smooches!

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Dollar Tree Dome

Woohoo the weekend is here….well almost…in a few hours…really really soon!

Check out the Dollar Tree Dome that I bought yesterday, and with all the rolls of ribbon I have in stock I can make this puppy match almost every outfit in my wardrobe!

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Sundress – $7.99 from Rugged Wearhouse

Bamboo Bow Tie Wedges – Ross

LOOK AT WHAT SOME ‘RASCALLY RABBIT’ DID TO MY GARDEN!

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AND LOOK WHAT I FOUND ON MY DESK THIS MORNING!

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A perfect way to end the work week, it’s nice when peers take the time to say they appreciate you and the work that you do.

Do you take time to show or tell co-workers that you appreciate them?

Around the water cooler this afternoon with 3lilapples – come on over and met a new blogger.

I appreciate you and hope you have a fantabulous weekend – Smooches!

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OOTD – (It's still) Winter Wednesday

Hello Friends and Happy Hump Day Wednesday!

3.13.13 and it’s still Winter but Spring is right around the corner and I’m frantically trying to wear as many of my winter clothes before it’s officially over!

You may remember when I wore this skirt with brown booties in November (here), but today I chose to wear it with beige pumps to lighten it up a bit.

I would also like to thank my Bloggy friends who co-signed on Tuesday’s Testimony, when we are of one accord blessings pour down like rain!

Don’t ever be afraid to testify  –  you never know, it might help somebody!

Winter Wardrobe

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I love this brush suede skirt because it’s style is fashionable for a woman of my age and it fits to a “T” with a perfect length.  So glad someone donated it to the GW Boutique (Goodwill). I am going to say the same for these pumps which are also classic in style and just the right heel height because I might cut back on higher heels…NOT!

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 Necklace – Jewelymax.net // Silver Hoops – Walmart // Bracelet and Ring – jewelry box

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Linking up with  Glow Kouture & Transatlantic Blonde  – join in and meet a new blogger

Have a fantabulous afternoon – Smooches!

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OOTD – (It’s still) Winter Wednesday

Hello Friends and Happy Hump Day Wednesday!

3.13.13 and it’s still Winter but Spring is right around the corner and I’m frantically trying to wear as many of my winter clothes before it’s officially over!

You may remember when I wore this skirt with brown booties in November (here), but today I chose to wear it with beige pumps to lighten it up a bit.

I would also like to thank my Bloggy friends who co-signed on Tuesday’s Testimony, when we are of one accord blessings pour down like rain!

Don’t ever be afraid to testify  –  you never know, it might help somebody!

Winter Wardrobe

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I love this brush suede skirt because it’s style is fashionable for a woman of my age and it fits to a “T” with a perfect length.  So glad someone donated it to the GW Boutique (Goodwill). I am going to say the same for these pumps which are also classic in style and just the right heel height because I might cut back on higher heels…NOT!

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 Necklace – Jewelymax.net // Silver Hoops – Walmart // Bracelet and Ring – jewelry box

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Linking up with  Glow Kouture & Transatlantic Blonde  – join in and meet a new blogger

Have a fantabulous afternoon – Smooches!

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Wardrobe of the Week

Hello friends and Happy FRI-YAY!

8 days after Thanksgiving – I am grateful and 2 days after the biggest Powerball Jackpot in history – I am still grateful!

This week instead of doing an Outfit of the Day I put together collages to showcase my “Wardrobe of the Week”.  I am getting a little more comfortable taking pictures with the tripod but the backgrounds are all basically the same- ((^_^))

Suede Jacket – Goodwill // Animal Print Maxi Skirt – Goodwill //  Knit Top – Ross // Boots – Rugged Wearhouse // Necklace – flea market vendor

Polka Dot Knit Top – Goodwill // Black Suede Skirt – Goodwill // Purple leather boots – Value City // Necklace – Jewlerymax.net

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Knit Top – Rugged Wearhouse // Brown Suede Maxi Skirt – Goodwill // Brown leather MUDD boots – Value City // Necklace – Avon //  Car Coat – Walmart

Red top – Boscov’s // Black Suede pants – closet staple // Black Suede Unlisted boots – Burlington Coat Factory // Necklace – Rugged Wearhouse

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Brown suede pants,  black knit top & black cardigan – closet staples // Black loafers – Walmart // Animal print scarf – Design A Can, Flea Market vendor

In High School initial stick pins were very popular, the “C” was my maiden name, it was purchased in 1978 or 1979 and I am glad that I kept it.

Tardy to the parties, but linking up with Thrifters Anonymous,  Pretty Little Inspirations  &  Casual Chic Mom– hop on over and meet some new bloggers

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Have a fantabulous Weekend – Smooches!


Goodwill Fall Haul

Saturday was an overcast and cloudy day which put me in the mood to do a little thrifting.  With a dollar limit in mind and a $10 gift card I headed south to Goodwill in Smyrna.  Upon entering the store I grabbed a cart which was taken by an associate because it remained empty and idle for too long.  I was looking around in search of Cowboy boots and I hate pushing the cart in and out of the aisles during my search.  I didn’t find the boots but found a few other items along with another empty cart on the other side of the store.

Aqua Maxi Dress – $5.00 // Bold Spirit Reversible, Suede Jacket – $7.00//St. Johns Bay Green Denim Skirt – $3.75

Style co Polka Dot Top – $3.75// Mootsies Tootsies Faux Leather/Croc Loafers – $5.00

Atrium Collection Blue and White Houndstooth Jacket with Bow – $6.00

As I headed back north to Middletown, I stopped at a small yard sale on Route 13 and purchased a belt and small makeup bag spending $2.00, the ladies were grateful since they hadn’t had a sale all day.  Goodwill in Middletown is undergoing renovations, “to make it a more pleasant shopping experience” which is what the sales associate said – lol.  Once again, the hunt for Cowboy boots was futile however, I did find a few nice skirts for the fall and winter season.

Multi Color, long sleeve top – $3.75// GAP Tweed Skirt – $3.75// Le Suit Black and White Houndstooth Skirt – $3.75

Chaus Green Skirt – $3.75// Mossimo Bronze Peep Toe Shoes – $4.00

Small stain in the tweed skirt came out in the wash and I will be removing the bows on the jacket because it cuts tight across the chest.