Thrifted Treasure: Chevron Topper and Orange Sweater Vest

Yesterday, I ventured downtown on the train with V in the carrier for  Afrobella & Friends TJ Maxx & Marshalls Holi day Shopping Party . I pulled out some complicated pieces that required some thought and work to pull it together. I thought I would have time but Violet woke up just as I steppe…

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Violet Says: Pack Light for Road Trips

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Thanksgiving Recap

This was to be a scheduled post but time got away from me on Wednesday. Thanksgiving morning we hit the road headed to Toledo, OH. Now this is a post-holiday recap Sunday post. Violet was a very good road trip companion. She happily sat in her new car seat. Ate lots of mum-mums and took long naps. S…

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Violet Says: Rock a Purple Tiara

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What I'm Reading: Better Than I Know Myself

I haven't cracked open an actual book in a while. Instead of reading books I've been listening to audiobooks. I can fold laundry, prepare dinner, and listen while I'm in the car. I especially love to listen to chicklit and light beach-friendly girly novels. I don't think I could mul…

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Thrifted Treasure: Double Cropped

A Thrift Adventure Story I spotted a very nice pair of classic tan leather boots. I could tell they were of good quality. They reminded me of Frye boots. I prayed that they would fit even though they were a whole size smaller than my feet. A thrift poacher spotted me. Asked me what size I wear? Wha…

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Violet Says: Showing Off....

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Brain Dump IV

I'm excited to attend the  Passion Test with Janet Bray Attwood  this Saturday -- a workshop on leading a passionate and purposeful life. I received a complimentary ticket via Inspiring Social Media. Hey!! I just "discovered" these pictures in this post. They make me giggle. They were …

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Nail Polish Love - Glitz Blitz

I wish I were putting these on more often. It's a slower process getting them nice and neat but when it's done, it's done! No drying time. I do find it relaxing to polish my nails. The strips last longer though and hold up well with all my day to day goings on. I didn't even get a c…

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Thrifted Treasure: Summer Skirt in the Fall

Quick Thrift Adventure Story The only joy Violet finds in a thrift store is chewing on the hangers. I gave up on trying to keep them out of her mouth. I normally try to keep them out of sight but last week she got her hands on one. I let her have it just to maintain the peace. Two workers walk by a…

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