Angel

Ms. Dana,

If you read this, I hope you don't mind that I posted this picture. It has been on my phone for a couple of years now. That smile still inspires and touches lives. 

She is forever loved. And so are you. 

Weddings. Weddings. and MORE Weddings.

Love Weddings. Love Brides.

Inspired.....

Well Elizabeth (check her blog out)....I am jumping on the 30for30 Challenge...you totally inspired me with all of your fabulous remixes. So, 30 pieces from my wardrobe, 30 different outfits, 30 days of only shopping my closet. LOVE. IT.

I always feel a little strange blogging...I certainly don't think that anyone needs (or wants for that matter!) to know what I do every second of everyday and just how many pieces of Hershey's dark chocolate I have consumed in a 24 hour period...if you read this, bless your soul. If it brings the slightest bit of joy to you...even better. Some of you I know and I pray for your often, for those of you I don't know, I pray for you too; That God's love would be so present in your life and that as the world fails us daily, He is unfailing. His love is unfailing.

I got off topic...story of my life. 30for30...here we go! The original 30for30 gal....check her out. My blog hero...okay my second blog hero. Ms. Ruth (the beautiful life) you are my first ;)

love.love.love.

Hunter Green....the new fall make-up color. DO or DON'T?

Favorite Fall Fashions:

 Hunter Green Eye Make-Up.

We've gone from the smokey eye, to the chocolate smokey eye, onto the green smokey eye. All the same rules apply....make your eyes the focal point of your face. Keep lips and cheeks to neutrals tones to keep away what my Mom so affectionately calls the "Jezebel" mistake ;) Less is more....Less is more. 

I am not her biggest fan, however, she always gets it right with her make-up.

Just a side note...if you notice in the left hand corner of this picture the powder underneath the models eye...that is an AWESOME technique to use with smokey eyes or when you are using a lot of color. Take loose powder, use your index and middle finger to pack the powder underneath your eye from the inside working out. This will serve as a little buffer area to catch any shadow particles that fall during application. When you have completed your eyes...take a large powder brush and dust off in an outward motion. LOVE.

Boots. Boots. Boots.

I am in love. And the best part is that they are all under $50 and available at target. The rain boots come in a rainbow of colors...I fancy the Navy Blue ;)

Olivia Harsham....you would be so proud. I am finally a lover of all things Anthropologie. I am building my version of Anthropologie through the creations of Target and Forever 21...so fun. 

and...

I promised I would never jump on this bandwagon. I am a wide-leg-sailor-style kinda pant girl. Well, I lied to myself. I bought my first pair and I have just about warn them out after three weeks. I am certain my co-workers think I only own one pair of pants. They are so versatile. Heels, Flats, Flowy Tops, Sweaters, Belted Button-Downs, dressy, casual....they are a mainstay in my wardrobe now...I've crossed over to the dark side of the denim world.

Lastly...My favorite Fall DO

A Girls Night Out...

These are some of my favorite gals....a few are missing. It was so wonderful to have some of my favorite women in one room. I was tickled pink (as my Nana used to say). 

If you haven't been to Sundown Southern Eatery in Winter Haven you are missing out! 

Love. Always.

Hem Gems

Wow...these are rocking my world! I totally wish I would've thought of this...but I adore these gals for creating such a wonderful product!

I have short legs....ask my brother...it has been his joy in life to remind me of how long and lean his are...and how mine...well...are not! He got the Jimison height, I got the Sharer build....which I am quite content and very happy with ;)

If you are like me, you have to have multiple pair of your favorite denim...one for heels, one for flats, and one for those in between fabulous shoes that you absolutely had to have that do not fall in the high-heel category or the flats category. 

Check out hemgems.com

1 set of 8 will allow you to instantly hem your favorite denim in no time....and its not permanent!!! Ya!

fabulous birthday wrapping. bridal hair. deeper still. my guy. deb knoske photography. the thought of one day picking up our little boy from africa. grace. mercy. forgiveness. all which i do not deserve. 

yet HE freely gives. vintage pink bikes. ballet flats. mirrored side tables. strawberry salad. downtown life. gaspari tissues. converse. toms. dinner time at home. with my guy. simplicity. bare mondays. diet coke. did i mention diet coke. fred's breakfast with my bro. dreaming. learning to live. everyday. 

Bliss

Lost footage of the past year...I can't believe we are well into the summer. 

Where has the time gone? 

Ok. Cliche. I know. 

Random moments of the past six months...all equally fabulous moments. 

Carry, David, and Deb...I am ready for our 5 year Vegas anniversary ;)