by | Mar 26, 2014 | Fashion |
Hi Lovely Readers,
Spring is here but it feels like winter. The temperature was a high of 40, so not breaking out with the shorts yet. I had this maxi skirt from Susan Graver on QVC and wanted to style it for this type of weather. I added a shirt, sweater, tights and my ankle boots.
The maxi skirt has a wonderful print that will work with so many different colors. I chose my magenta cable knit sweater and shirt underneath. This maxi skirt works for all seasons. The weight of the maxi is not thin, it’s a good weight for cool months. Also, the shape of the maxi slims the hips and that’s always a good thing in my book.
The Style
Shirt – Lady Van Huesen
Sweater – Charter Club
Maxi Skirt – Susan Graver from QVC
Tights – Silkies
Ankle Leather boots – Earth Brands
On another note, I am doing some spring transformations in my sitting room. The ivory dresser to the left (Behind me in the picture below) I want to paint a different color to coordinate in my sitting room. I have had the dresser since I was a child and it’s time for an update.
If you have a maxi skirt, try rocking it in the cool months, you may be surprised how versatile it can be.
by | Mar 25, 2014 | Accessories, Fashion, Haircare |
Hi Lovely Readers,
I actually saw snow flurries today, so you will be seeing a winter post this week for sure. I am a spring baby, however fall and winter is my favorite seasons.
When I bought this sweater from Old Navy a couple of years ago, I thought the owl sweater was so cute. I wore the sweater with a black Macy’s shirt underneath for a layering effect. The sweater was on clearance at the time and I couldn’t resist purchasing it. It was less than ten dollars, a real deal.
My Jeans are from NYDJ (Not Your Daughters Jeans) and the fit is slimming and the material is very soft. I really am self-conscious of my thighs, so finding jeans have been difficult for me. I don’t have the model figure and I bet many of a modeling agents would say what the world is she modeling clothes on a blog for the world to see. I see the magazines that have these beautiful statuesque women who model the clothes in Vogue, Elle and have legs that go a mile long. Do I have mile long legs? No, but I don’t answer to anyone but God. He created me and if I can get on here and do articles about how I style my outfits; hopefully I can reach out to people to let them know that God made everyone beautiful in His eyes and there is no need to compare.
Okay, I am stepping down from my soapbox.
My Born boots are from DSW and they really give me a uniqueness and a style all my own. And my handbag is my trusty Kathy Van Zeeland that works with any ensemble.
I have been embracing my curls for almost five years now. I bought the earrings below at a hair show in Chicago. The earrings are a little heavy but I had to get them because the words on the earrings speak volumes.
My curls are defined and look pretty good. I have been without a relaxer for almost five years and I still have my moments when it comes to certain products. I may try something new or I think my hair routine is okay and I am like what happened with that. It is a journey and a good one that I am glad to be a part of. My hair is thicker, longer and healthier for not having my hair chemical relaxed. I have nothing against my relaxed sisters, but I am speaking for only myself because I decided to go natural in June 2009.
I had no idea my hair was this curly.
The added accessories finish the look.
This outfit is a favorite of mine because I added a bit of whimsy. The owl sweater looks youthful without looking childish. There is a difference between looking youthful and looking childish. Having a youthfulness about you creates energy, joy and excitement. I don’t want to look childish, for the simple fact I am not trying to look like I am 15.
However, I want to be energetic, chic and stylish. Another added bit of charm is a smile.
The accessories:
Bracelet: Studio Barse
Tigers Eye Bead Bracelet
Emerald Green Ring: Berricle
Drusy Ring
Handbag: Kathy Van Zeeland
Boots: Born
Sneakers: BCBG
Fragrance: Fabulous by Isaac Mizrahi
by | Mar 24, 2014 | Fashion, Fitness |
Hi Lovely Readers,
It is time to start thinking about vacations and wearing the appropriate attire. Vacation season will soon be upon us and it is essential to be prepared ahead of time. A popular vacation destination for families is the beach. Being in the water is a fun activities for Moms, Dads and children of all ages. Moms and Dads have to think about what suit looks good in the water but they really have to think about what’s the best swim gear for their children.
Making sure that your child is comfortable, safe and warm when they enjoy the water should be the priority of any parent. So, when it comes to choosing children’s winter wetsuits, what are the things that we should be on the lookout for? Well, quite simply, choosing kid’s winter wetsuits is no different than choosing one for an adult. A kid’s winter wetsuit should be well fitted, well made and of the correct thickness appropriate to the sea temperatures that your child will be playing in.
Wet Gear from H2O Sports
Let’s take each of those points and have a look at them in closer detail:
Size – Picking the correct size children’s winter wetsuit should be your first consideration. If the suit doesn’t fit properly then the thickness of the neoprene that you choose will be irrelevant. Children’s winter wetsuits, as with adults too, should be close fitting-just like a second skin. There should be no baggy pockets of air or loose portions of rubber in evidence. If there is then these will repeatedly fill with cold water and lower the body temperature. Another area to look out for is at the extremities of the suit. Neckline, wrist and ankle areas should all be form-fitting, and not at all loose.
Thickness – Once you have chosen the correct size you can then start to consider the children’s winter wetsuits thickness. Whether they’ll need a 4mm wetsuit, 5mm wetsuit or a 5/3mm wetsuit will largely depend on the sea temperatures, but can also be down to personal choice. Some kids feel the cold more than others so adjust accordingly. A rough guide can be that a 4mm wetsuit will be good for water temperatures of around 12° Centigrade or 54° Fahrenheit. A 5mm wetsuit can go a little lower at 9° Centigrade (48° Fahrenheit) and for anything colder still you should be looking at a 5/3mm wetsuit or thicker. It’s important that the kid’s winter wetsuits are comfortable so take this into account too when choosing between a 4mm wetsuit, 5mm wetsuit or a 5/3mm wetsuit.
Quality – This may seem obvious, but it is well worth pointing out. Should the children’s winter wetsuits be poorly made then the above two points become moot. You see, if the stitching is poor or if the zips are low grade then water will enter in from outside of the suit and flush out the warm layer of water that has been created by the body. It won’t matter how thick the kid’s winter wetsuits are. You could have a 4mm wetsuit, 5mm wetsuit or even a 5/3mm wetsuit on and still feel the cold because the neoprene isn’t being given the chance to insulate as it should. A good quality 4mm wetsuit will be warmer than a cheap 5/3mm wetsuit.
Children swimsuit from H2O Sports
So, next time you go to pick out the kid’s winter wetsuits keep these things in mind. Don’t get too hung up on whether or not the 4mm wetsuit, 5mm wetsuit or the 5/3mm wetsuit is the right choice if you are not looking at all the other areas mentioned too. Buying the correct children’s winter wetsuits will help them to have more fun, so it’s well worth getting it right.
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by | Mar 19, 2014 | Fashion |
Hello Lovely Readers,
Spring is this Thursday and I wanted to give props to the color green and I also will be doing a Winter review post this week. I know you want to see 80 degree temperatures and flip flops but I want to due a winter review. Even though I was born in may the winter is one of my favorite seasons.
Green is such a lovely color because it can be work with any color and look fabulous. You can wear green anytime and it doesn’t have to be only on St. Patrick’s Day.
I received a Golden Blog nomination that I was suppose to give a little tidbit about myself weeks ago, however to work and church schedules I had not been able to do so. Here goes even though I am a little late.
This is the Golden Blog award. I am smiling right now.
Ten Thought Provoking Facts About Me:
1. I confess I am a Jesus Lover.2. I really drink eight glasses of water everyday and a cup of tea at night.
3. I don’t like to clean chitterlings or smell chitterlings cooking on the stove.
4. Stargazer lilies are my favorite flower, I had them in my wedding bouquet.
5. I collect handbags, clothes, jewelry and journals.
6. I have to wear a piece of jewelry on my body everyday.
7. I started playing piano my Sophomore year of college and didn’t have a piano at first. I had to practice in the piano study rooms at school. I play now for relaxation and for the sheer love of music. It’s been hard to find time to play (practice) however I am making time now.
8. I enjoy wearing all colors especially pinks and corals.
9. My husband and I enjoy having fun together and we have two doggie family members named Giovanni, the boisterous beagle and Vincenzo, the lovable collie.
10. I never feel like I truly fit in, I have always been different. I am a square peg.
Adding a bonus
11. I love to dance and sing. I incorporate dance in my workouts and it’s so much fun.
Thank you for the blog award nomination, it means a lot to me. Muah!
I can say it’s easy being green.
I nominate for the Golden Blogger Award
by | Mar 12, 2014 | Music |
Music education is near and dear to my heart. Playing an instrument can be enjoyable and relaxing.
Patience is a virtue and it is sorely lacking in the world today. Commercial media says you need this or that now, why wait later. This microwave madness has to stop. This is especially true among children because many are impatient and undisciplined due to circumstances in their lives that are far beyond their control; like school, grades, and parental issues can play fact a factor in behavior. However, music soothe the soul and can spark many positive emotions. Learning to play a musical instrument, for example an acoustic guitar, can instill patience and has great benefits for children and adults of all ages. Discipline and patience make a great team of values for a child and are seen as character traits to be admired.
Physical Fitness
People at any age are always looking for the next big fad in physical fitness training. We go from yoga to jogging and various other trendy programs that help us stay slim and trim. Most people do not realize that learning to play the acoustic guitar is a workout in and of itself. Playing a complete session once you have learned to play is actually a very good workout and is a ton of fun in the process.
Being Part of Something Special
Have you ever envied the brotherhood and camaraderie of a sports team? The bond that players build and share is a very special one that lasts a lifetime. The same can be said of many bands that get together and play either in public performances or just for their own enjoyment. Music has often been at the root of some fine collaboration between musicians and that chemistry can be historic (think Lennon and McCartney). Learning to play the acoustic guitar and becoming part of a band can lead to many special relationships between you and other musicians, lyricists, (Elton John and Bernie Taupin) and even fans.
Finding Yourself
They say that some people go through life and never find who they truly are. Others find themselves but never get the chance to show that beautiful side of themselves to others. Learning to play a Gibson Acoustic Guitar can help you to not only reach your full potential, it can help you get in touch with who you really are and show that person to others. Once you have mastered an acoustic guitar… you are never quite as content as when you are playing for someone.
Achievements and Recognition
Learning to play the acoustic guitar fills people with a sense of achievement that is very fulfilling. While this is true of children, the beautiful part of it is that this feeling is also felt by adults who learn to play. In fact, the older you are, the better the feeling. It is like finally fulfilling a childhood dream that never came true. Recognition of your talent is not quite as good a feeling… but it does not hurt, that is for sure.
Communication
If you are one of those people who never really learned the art of self expression… guess what? That is correct; learning to play the acoustic guitar is a fantastic form of self expression unlike any other. Along with something like a FocusriteSaffire, you can learn to express yourself with a Gibson acoustic guitar.
What Have You Got to Lose?
This list encompasses but a few of the wonderful benefits that you can reap from learning to play the guitar or other instrument. There are many other wonderful things that can come about as well. If you have always wanted to learn to play, it is never too late. While we suggest the Gibson acoustic guitar, you can find less expensive guitars at flea markets, car boot sales, music stores, and your local pawn shop. Don’t waste another moment. Grab yourself a guitar and begin learning to express yourself in a wonderful way. What have you got to lose?
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