Another weekend has come and the last bits of it are slipping away as I type this from my comfy L shaped couch, my knee-socked feet in Nate’s lap, with the regular sound noise of sports in the background. Two days of “rest” really aren’t enough if you ask me, or anyone I’m sure because who doesn’t wish for at least one more day in the weekend? But the truth is – I would just wish for one more day if we did have three to start with. I’m trying to be better about things like that. Being grateful doesn’t always come easy when I roll over to hit the snooze on Monday morning. I guess it isn’t easy, period- is it?
Nate and I spent some of the afternoon at his parent’s house, some of it napping, and some of it doing laundry. We went out for Penn Station and a movie in the evening. We saw Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close, which was ridiculously heart-wrenching. I’m pretty sure we’re still recovering. It’s a very good movie, but a little hard to take! Strangely, I think that’s part of what a good movie is to me…
Try not to mind my hilarious blonde roots in these photos! I took these right after I got ready and I’m lucky I did because about 10 minutes later most of curls were flat. Thank you, damp and crappy weather! Over the weekend I wore two new dresses that I received for Christmas – one from my Mother-in-law and one from Nate. I’ve been saving them like little treasures for the perfect day and for some reason I just decided that it was time I wore them both this weekend! I kind of want to go on a hunt for the perfect photo locations for their outfit shots. Maybe Brittany can go with me since she told me over and over that I must take pictures of last nights outfit in it’s entirety. ;]
I have a lot of things on my plate this week that I’d like to get done. I think I may try to start a little online shop for some of the things I don’t wear anymore. Would anyone be interested? Most of them are things that have only been worn once or twice. We’ll see!
I’m also going to be starting a website to promote a 5k run/walk to raise money for the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation that will be taking place in June. If you are interested in learning more about this rare form of cancer please click here. This is what my Father-in-law has and we are trying to raise awareness because there is just really no way to detect it in it’s early stages to be treated with a favorable outcome. It’s going to be a lot of work for the family and all of our friends who’ve agreed to help to put this event together – so if you have any insight to give on ideas of how to get donations or if you have any resources for this type of event planning please let me know! I will be dedicating a post to this topic in the near future, but just wanted to go ahead and throw out some info about what’s going on. Thanks for all of your support!
Outfit Details
Polka Dot Frock: Belk
Golden Cropped Coat: c/o Francesca’s Collections
Scarf: Gift from Nate // Target
Knee Socks: Gift from Brittany // F21
Sweater Tights: Aerie
Oxfords: Pac Sun
Headband: Gift from my In-laws.
I love your hair! I will probably never get tired of telling you that. I also really love the textured tights and socks with that gold cropped coat! Too cute. And I agree, the weekend isn't long enough. Give us more weekend, calendar! I've seen tons of bloggers sell their clothes. While I've never bought any, I've always found them interesting and would totally buy from, if I saw something I liked. Good luck with that and the 5k!
Also is that movie the film adaptation of a book? Because if so, I read the book and I almost died.
The shop sounds fantastic!! And your weekend sounds lovely – absolutely loving this adorable outfit girly… your dress & knee socks are so cute!! Enjoy your week. xo V
You look so cute!!! I love this dress + scarf + jacket combo and your hair goes nicely with the entire outfit too!!! It is like the perfect accessory!! 🙂
oh gosh, your writing position sounds just like mine. having my feet in the misters lap while sports play in the background. it's all about the compromise, ha. good luck with all of your tasks this week, girl!
xo TJ
love the earrings. where did you get them?
oh geez. your hair is amazing!! i want long, bright coloured hair SO badly. i already have the long part…just need the bright part.
I haven't looked at your blog in so long! I actually thought you'd quit blogging! I'll be parked on the couch for a few hours now, just catching up and getting inspired. =]