The House Filled with Love & Rainbows by #TheAG I feel like the song lyrics, "with a little love we can work it out." have been a chant in my head for the last six months. Mainly when it comes to our house. We knew the road to bringing our new home back to her former glory was going to be a long one. Five months of highs and lows of buying and fixing up a short sale (hello, mold remediation and demo!) were exciting and at times highly frustrating. It all worked out in the end and we moved in after almost two straight 24/7 months of making repairs. We unpacked and settled in. We hit the six week mark last Thursday, woke up and found the basement to be in ankle-deep water. And the snow? It came down. As we frantically dried documents all around our house, getting them crisp … [Read more...]
Pink Infusion
One of my favorite parts of blogging is reading other people's blogs. Seeing what you are creating and sharing inspires, entertains and excites me. I was feeling really cranky about winter and the state of my closet when I began reading Rachelle's blog, Pink Sole, and her LPD post. So simple, so bright and just the dose of color I needed to give my day a better outlook on life. Who cares that we didn't have school AGAIN today?! Swipe on some bright pink lipstick and get on with your day, even if it is filled with winter's slush. … [Read more...]
Marching to Spring
It's March! Can I get an Amen?! That's twenty days left until spring! Surely warmer days are just around the corner. They have to be because I'm so over everything in my closet. Does anyone else get this particular itch that feels almost physical each March? As a teenager I would get particularly moody this time of year and want to toss everything in my closet out and never see it again. So dramatic! Now, I just want to pack away the boots and sweaters and wear my flats and sandals. No more layers, just bright shades of greens, yellows, pinks and vibrant blues. Mixing black and white look fresh and toes can show off their polish once again. Here are a few of the items on my must-have/want list for spring. … [Read more...]
Signature Style
Having a signature style, something that it totally you, is important. It brings confidence when dressing and making decisions when styling anything from you to your home from the living room to your room that can have a big and organized wardrobe thanks to Mr Wardrobe services as well. I've been told I'm hard to shop for and while I hate to believe that since I showcase so much of what I love right here on TMC, it might be true. My signature style is classic chic with a bit of an edge thrown in some days. … [Read more...]
Snow Day!
Our new home! We had our first actual snow day! I had to take pictures of the house and the kids in the yard and after a very windy weekend down by the water (so long outfit pics! No way I'm taking photos in 40 mph winds and -8 temps.) I just knew this was going to be my Wednesday post. … [Read more...]
Leather & Lace
A few weeks back I sent out a plea for help with my outfit for H's work winter social. I wanted something with a bit of an edge, something suitable and versatile and also, warm. Because let's face it the Capital has been C-O-L-D lately. It doesn't suit me but I can't change it. I was in love with this over the knee leather skirt from Boohoo- … [Read more...]
I HEART Valentines Day
First things first, I absolutely adore Valentines Day. It's my Dad's birthday, there's a total excuse to make up some yummy dessert and I love a good pink and red combination. While I might want a subscription to this for the big pink, puffy heart day- I'm totally crushing on the Chevy Colorado right now. And I never tire of macarons, especially chocolate ones. … [Read more...]
Winter Neutrals
It is truly the dead of winter. A perfect time for showing off winter neutrals. The winds have been whipping around all day and night in between bouts of freezing rain, snow flurries and total downpours. No matter. I'm cozy and warm in our new place and wearing this truly fantastic faux fur scarf. … [Read more...]
Simply Irresistible
There is just something about January that brings me back to basics. Neutral tones and all over black look stunning against a snowy backdrop especially when paired with a bright red lip or animal print. I find it soothing and simply irresistible. … [Read more...]
Crunch Time
It's crunch time! The last week in our home. We move on Thursday, so if you are reading this then you know I'm packing up the last bits and pieces of our life here and trying to make my kids eat some interesting concoction so I don't have to move ALL the food or worrying about the fact that we still need someone to rent our old home. Yikes! … [Read more...]