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normal is boring be extraordinary

Normal is Boring – Be Extraordinary!

Friday has finally arrived!  Are y’all ready for the weekend?  Yes, please!  Guess what else it’s time for?  A Fashion Friday Story with Cents of Style!  These are always so much fun to do and it helps me give y’all a little more insight into what makes me tick – rusty cogs and all.  Plus […] Read more…

Preparing for the New Year

Merry Christmas Eve, eve y’all!  Are all your presents wrapped waiting under the tree for Christmas morning?  Not mine!  I still have some to finish before I can wrap them.  Where did all the time go?  I have a plan every year and it never fails that I wind up at the store on Christmas […] Read more…

Thankful, Grateful, and Blessed

Tips for Planning Ahead

Well, it’s December, the last month of the year.  Although I’m still getting things ready for Christmas, I also like to take time this month to prepare for the year ahead.  I thought I’d share some things I do to try to make the year less hectic.  Over the years I’ve found many services and […] Read more…

Thankful, Grateful, and Blessed

When Life Reminds You to be Thankful, Grateful, and Blessed

Today I’m partnering with Cents of Style once again for a Fashion Friday Story.  They gave me an awesome shirt and I’m going to tell you why I feel thankful, grateful, and blessed.  I love doing these stories with Cents of Style!  Did you know they also have a blog?  You can find stories from […] Read more…

All about a swing dress

All About a Swing Dress

As the title suggests, today’s post is all about a swing dress.  It’s a popular style that has transcended the ages.  There are so many variations of the swing dress, but today’s post will center around Cents of Style’s version.  They were kind enough to send me their Remi Swing Dress and accessory of my […] Read more…

october birthday giveaway

October Birthday Giveaway Winner!

It’s my birthday y’all!  Today has been a wonderful day and I’m so thankful for another year to live and learn.  This is the last year of my thirties – I’m 39!  I plan on continuing my journey of having a life lived.  I also get to announce the winner of my October Birthday Giveaway!  Giving […] Read more…

Tough as Nails, Light as a Feather

Tough as Nails, but Light as a Feather

Tough as Nails, but Light as a Feather I’ve faced many obstacles, trials, etc. in my life as I’m sure everyone has.  The biggest obstacle I face, is my inner voice.  It constantly brings up fears and insecurities.  I have to look back at all I have accomplished and all I am capable of so […] Read more…