A Colorful Experiment

I'm not so sure how I feel about this outfit. I want to change something about it. Definitely the shoes. Potentially the skirt. I just didn't have any better options. It all started with those fingernails. And then I just couldn't help myself. Those nails and this little banner I made on my wall (the tiniest little clothespins! gah!):

{so much wonderful color}

However, I loved this while I was wearing it. Then again, while I was wearing it I was enjoying a British tea and brunch.

And a British tea brunch makes most things seem better than they really are :-P

Style Secrets
Sunnies: Local store

Blouse: Walmart

Necklace: Urban Outfitters

Belt: from another shirt

Yellow undershirt: Thrifted

Skirt: J.Crew

Tights: B.ella; local boutique

Heels: Seychelles

Stunningly Amazing

I have a ton of posts I didn't get around to this week (craziness), but I just couldn't help popping in to share this AMAZING cake. I wish I was talented enough to attempt this for Easter!!!!!

THAT, my friends, is a cake.

 

You can find the amazing story here.

I want that cake, and I will serve it on Easter while wearing the new skirt I thrifted this week:

Eyelet lace pencil skirt from BCBG. Major score. 

Have I ever told anyone how much I LOVE EASTER?!?!?! To be continued...

Polka Dot Slush

Since it was a pretty yucky day today, I was so excited when I looked out my window and saw this polka-dot slush!! How cool is that!! I put on my wellies and ran out the door to take a pic. It wasn't just one little area, either; it was my whole driveway! God, you are so clever!

 

It's a Good Day to Praise

"Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine." ~Isaiah 43:1b

It's actually a pretty cruddy day out, but I am happy. How can I be less when I am GOD'S? He says, "YOU ARE MINE." Wow, that makes my heart happy.

I'd also like to note that it's a really bad idea to work from home when you have a fresh batch of these babies: 

My new most-favorite treat....white-chocolate and ginger scones. An absolutely delectable combination I cannot get enough of....or, as my boyfriend said, "I have decided your scones are inspired." The picture above is actually from the first batch which spread out a bit too much for my liking while baking. But I can't be bothered to stop eating the second batch to take a better picture.

Caffeine Makes Me a Better Christian...Say What?

Is it horrible to say that? This afternoon I was down in the dumps, feeling really sorry for myself that I still had four whole hours left of work. Behold, caffeinated Early Gray Supreme tea! Behold, instant praising God! Behold, instant, "work as unto the Lord"! Behold, I am suddenly an encourager, suddenly full of good cheer and kind words!

Thank you, Lord, for caffeine. Just sayin'.

Wear it Always

 {this is a different outfit, don't get confused :-P}

It's not grammatically correct to say you'll, "wear it always," like that one line in the article I just got published. It was right when I handed it in... and definitely wrong in print...grrrr. But anyway...

I like to say "always" things. I think I got it from a Shirley Temple movie when I was really little.  So this J. Crew sweater? I'm totally going to wear it always. I've worn a variation of this pink top/dress, striped sweater and Hunter wellies combo for...oh, the last week.

Style Secrets

Outfit One

Sweater: J. Crew via local store

Dress: C&C California

Handwarmers: Local store

Umbrella: J. Crew

Necklace (wooden heart): ???

Tights: TJ Maxx

Boots: Hunter, gift

Outfit Two

Hairpin: J. Crew

Necklace: Vintage

Shirt: Target

Ring: Local store

Jeans: Ernest Sewn

Legwarmers: self-made from my favorite socks

Take Heart

I've got a lot on my mind and heart, you guys. And this morning's verse was just, JUST, what I needed.

"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am Your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." 

Isaiah 41:10

This spoke to my heart directly. It spoke to my heart overwhelmingly. 

I looked up 'dismayed.' It means, 'disheartened thoroughly.' 

But we must be strong, and take heart, and wait for our Lord. 

"Wait for the Lord. Be strong, and take heart, and wait for the Lord." Psalm 27:13-14

Blossoming Beauty

The boy bought me these perfectly pink gerbera daisies (that he picked out all by himself!)...they make my heart sing :-) I posted the picture and a friend and mentor commented, "What a special man that gives you such beauty." 

A man that gives me beauty, as in beautiful physical objects...what a blessing! To have someone that I love, bring me things that I love, things that he knows will make me happy, just fills me. He wants to make me happy and to bring me beauty. He wants to make my heart sing and to see my face light up. Such a small thing that can make me happy all week!

A man that gives me beauty, as in, makes me a more beautiful person...what a blessing! Someone who makes me shine from the inside-out. A man who sees my femininity and works hard to make me feel like a beautiful woman...and tells me every day that I am beautiful and worthy. That makes me long to be more beautiful for him...more beautiful physically, emotionally, and spiritually, as a woman of God. He makes me long to be closer to God!That is the way it should be.

Girls, our men should absolutely make us feel that we are God's feminine and beautiful women. We are our man's feminine and beautiful woman too....inside and out. He spurs me on for the Lord! Don't settle for any less in a man.

Tuxedo and Uggs

I bet you never thought you'd see the day when a Tuxedo jacket and (fake) Uggs were worn in the same outfit. Well, that day is today. Today is the day.

Style Secrets

Hairclip (that matches the pink in the scarf): H&M

Earrings: Gift (via Lia Sophia)

Turtleneck: Target

Tuxedo Jacket: H&M

Scarf: Thrifted

Belt: Coach

Skirt: J. Crew

Tights: TJ Maxx

Boots: Bealls

Vintage Sunday

Style Secrets: 

Shirt: Gap

Necklace: Local store

Scarf: hand-me-over (one of my faves!!)

Belt: Thrifted

Wool skirt: Vintage hand-me-over

Tights: TJ Maxx

Heels: F21

Monochromatic

I really need some gray booties to go with this outfit. On the list!!!

Style Secrets: 

Hat: local store

Head scarf: Pucci

Turtleneck: Banana Republic

Sweater: hand-me-over

Neck Scarf: Walmart
Fuschia Wing Earrings: Local store

Belt: from another shirt

Jeans: F21

Shoes: F21

Free Music

Hey all you savvy Good Girls! Just "Like" Family Christian Stores on Facebook and get TEN free Christian music songs!! I just downloaded my "Sampler" as it's called, and am listening to it right now. Go for it! Click here for their FB page and instructions.

Also, KLOVE Radio has a free song download this week of Chris August's "Starry Night"---a song that I love, and that gets easily stuck in my head!! It's going to be perfect for these spring wa-runs I can't wait to take! An upbeat, energizing, God-honoring song...for Free! Click here to download it to your iTunes

WOOT!!!

Stripes and Baubles

 

Style Secrets:

Striped shirt: Gap

Necklace: Urban Outfitters

Belt: from another shirt from a local boutique

Jeans: American Eagle

Boots: Thrifted