Ipsy Bag: February 2014
I’ve been subscribed to Ipsy since June 2013 when I signed up on a recommendation from my aunt. Being such a product/makeup/beauty junkie, I adore obtaining these bags and trying all the…
What I Wore: Polka Dot Blazer
Sorry for the lack of posts last week. I had issues with my photo hosting site. Now it is fixed (hopefully) and I am back on track. This outfit came about when I was trying to find a cute…
What I Wore: Teal Rose Remix
Sometimes I hesitate to post the same basic outfit more than once because I don’t want to bore y’all. But then I know how much I enjoy seeing posts from my favorite bloggers where they wear…
Diva In The Kitchen: Zucchini Fettuccine with Rosemary Butternut Creme Sauce
When I was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis and then thyroid cancer, my doctor encouraged me to go on a gluten-free, grain-free, and sugar-free diet for various reasons. So I did. …
Q & A Monday: Random Questions
Hey y’all!! I had a busy, but super fun weekend! We headed to the Portland Seafood and Wine Festival on Saturday with my mother-in-law and some friends. We had so much fun tasting all the…
What I Wore: Pink and Leopard
Sean and I haven’t been on a proper date in months and months. I am not even sure when we last went on an actual date because we moved into our house at the end of July, spent a lot of time…
What I Wore: Turquoise Floral
Two of my clothing obsessions for the past year are the babydoll tank from Torrid and the Amber shrug from SWAK. They are great pieces to mix and match, dress up or down, and have for general…
What I Wore: Sartorial Medley - Garnet
After a couple months off from Sartorial Medley due to a busy holiday season, we are back! I hope you take a moment to participate via Twitter and Instagram! Just use #SartorialMedley! It…
Q & A Monday: Quick and Easy Questions
Hey y’all! Another weekend has come and gone. It was our last “sort of free” weekend this month, but it still ended up being rather busy. Friday was date night for Sean and I. We…
Quick Reader Survey...
A few questions for y’all: 1- Would you be interested in seeing video reviews of some of my favorite products/clothing items? This would probably be a monthly thing to go over my most…
Christmas Day Fun!
Y’all know I am behind in posting events in a timely manner, and by now you know why. I’m hustling to get caught up! Christmas Day was the first day I felt good after surgery. I had…
Q & A Monday: Taboo Topics
Hey y’all!! I hope Monday has been kind to you! I had a productive weekend doing house-related chores and projects. Getting the craft room in order is top of my list this week, as I have…
What I Wore: Sequins and a Scar
The Saturday after my surgery (7 days post-op) was Bunco time! I was pretty excited to see friends and family and have some fun after a week in the house with minimal contact. It was also…
What I Wore: Plaid and Boots
I’m back with another outfit post!! At the beginning of December, we attended the Festival of Trees. It is this fun little event with big, beautiful Christmas trees that are dripping…
Q & A Monday: Random Qs
I had to miss some Q & A Mondays simply because it was hard to sit at my desk after surgery. I still have the occasional neck pain and what not, but I can sit at my desk now, which I…
Thyroid Cancer Update: Surgery and Post-Op Recovering
Hello, everyone! I’m comfortable at home, taking it easy most days and trying to take all my medicine on time and drink lots of water. I can’t believe that only a week ago I was having…
Happy Holidays from my family to yours!
I just wanted to take a moment to wish you all a very Happy Holiday filled with love and laughter and as much joy as you can possibly fit into a 24-hour chunk of time (or more really. Make the…
Thyroid Cancer Update: Some Pre-Surgery Thoughts
If you’ve missed my cancer updates, you can find them here and here . If you have been following me on other social media, you may know I am scheduled for surgery tomorrow (Dec. 20th). The surgeon…
What I Wore: Tropical Garden Party
Hey, y’all! I am trying my hardest to get a few posts out this week. I apologize for the sporadic posting. Last week, I had a ton of issues with the hard drive that houses all my…
What I Wore: Bunco Casual
The weekend before Thanksgiving was our monthly Bunco night. It provided a great distraction from all this recent medical drama and a chance for me to catch up with friends I had not seen since…