My one shopping mission in New York was to find a great purse and a black pair of heels. I did eventually find a black pair of heels but first, I found these darling gray Nine West Heels. Even Andrew knew as soon as he spotted them that there was no way I would be leaving … Continue reading Dressy in Winter Wool
"If you don't go after what you want, you'll never have it. If you don't ask, the answer is always no. If you don't step forward, you're always in the same place." -Nora Roberts Taking risks and putting myself out there is something I definitely struggle with. I like to find a safe spot where … Continue reading Motivational Monday
Volunteering has always been a part of my life. Growing up I watched my mother volunteer and help with community events or just helping a friend in need. Then in middle school and high school we had required quarterly volunteer hours and by the time I began my freshman year of college volunteering was a … Continue reading Get Involved
The hardest part about dressing for winter is knowing just how warm you will need to dress. I always feel like no matter the temperature outside I go back an forth between freezing to overly warm. To make sure that I am always comfortable whether I am outside or indoors I wear layers that I … Continue reading Winter Layers
I am usually not one to get into Valentine's Day and I don't typically dress very festive for holidays but when I saw these cute pieces from Tuckernuck I knew they would be great for a Valentine's Day celebration. Whether you are spending the day with a significant other, friends, or family these tops and dresses from Tuckernuck … Continue reading Valentine’s Day Outfits
I'm not a huge make-up and beauty person. The most time I ever do is occasionally curl my hair (quickly with my flat iron) and do my nails. While we were at dinner in New York on of our service had on a great nail polish color. It was a combination of blush and nude … Continue reading OPI Gel Color
"I would like to be known as an intelligent woman, a courageous woman, a loving woman, a woman who teaches by being" -Maya Angelou I wish I would have understood this at a younger age. Growing up, as a young woman especially, the media fills us with the idea that being known for our size, … Continue reading Motivational Monday
The other day one of my coworkers who is new to this winter weather asked me how I keep my hair so healthy. I'm not really a beauty and make up person and to be honest I have a pretty simple morning routine while getting ready. However, during cold and dry winter months I tend … Continue reading Winter Hair Care
Even though it has been a month since our trip to New York City trip I keep going through photos and thinking about how wonderful of a time we had. After returning home from NYC I shared our trip itinerary highlighting all of our daily activities but I didn't go into detail about the best … Continue reading The Best of NYC
I'm usually not a red person at all. In fact, this may be the first true red piece I have ever owned. When I saw my sister wearing this sweater at Christmas I fell in love and ordered it the next day. It is so comfortable and soft and has the perfect relaxed fit. I … Continue reading Winter Red
