Backyard retreat..
Hey, y'all If you're anything like me, I love to know the "behind the scenes" about people I spend time with. And, if you're one of the sweet ones that follows along on my blog, I figure [...]
Italian Made Clothing
Hey, y'all Let me introduce you to some gorgeous Italian made clothing that is just beautiful. Shopping with Gigi Moda is such a fun experience! You'll find the style at Gigi Moda is perfect for all ages, easy to [...]
Tell Me Tuesday
Hey, y'all So, I'm starting a new thing over on my Instagram acct and thought I'd bring it to my blog as well. Tell Me Tuesday is a fun way for me to get to know my friends/followers [...]
Friends supporting friends
Hey, y'all Let me introduce this adorable, darling southern gal and my sweet friend, Marada Chaffins. This girl is a little go getter! I mean, is she cute or what!! Marada is from a small town in [...]
Bright, Bold Colors of Summertime
Hey, y'all! Who's ready for summertime and easy living? This summer is going to be beautiful because color, color and more color is the theme...purple, orange, pink, green, you name it...it's IN! If you've followed me for [...]
Easy Spring Style
Besides the fact I clearly need a pedi, this spring look is fabulous. Take a look at these darling flip flops from OkaB aren't they precious? They're comfy, cute and the chain detail is so trendy. My linen top [...]
Winter cozy
Ahhhh, winter has arrived in Texas! And, as short lived as it may be, I'm taking it all in and wearing, doing and enjoy all the cozy winter things. This winter cozy sweater is quite the find [...]
Great gift ideas
Can you BELIEVE it? The holidays are upon us! And, who's like me and enjoys sprucing up your home for all of your guests? Whether they are coming for dinner, a party or spending a few overnights [...]
Transitioning into Fall
Hey y'all, How's it going in your neck of the woods now that fall has arrived? Here in Texas it's beautiful with cool mornings, hot afternoons and cooler evenings. We sort've have a pretend fall for the [...]
This is 43 perfectly imperfect years
Well, friends, this is us 43 years after saying, "I do." It's been a ride, a bumpy ride, a scary ride but a blessed ride. And, yes, he's my "ride and die" as they say. And, I'm [...]
AUGUST FAVORITES
Hey there! Can you believe it? August is a memory! Fall will be here before we know it and I'm ready for all the fall fashion. But, it's still hot here in Texas so summer fashion will [...]
Begin again…
Hey, y'all! I know! It's been awhile but I'm back. Back with a newly designed blog, how do you love it? And, now free from a job that takes me away from home so that I'm able [...]
Recapping the first half of January!
First, Happy New Year! My goodness, I cannot believe we're on the other side of Christmas and now halfway through January. Time really has a way of getting away from us, right?!? I thought I'd [...]
To rip or not?
The age old question is rearing it's ugly head once again! "Am I too old?" This time I'm questioning my distressed, ripped, destroyed britches. Destroyed denim is so trendy and stylish right now but again, "Am [...]
How can we possibly age gracefully?
How can we possibly age gracefully?
Animal Print Rage
Hey, y'all! It's been a while. I'm so bad at writing. But, here goes another shot at it Apparently, animal print is still a huge fashion go to and I'm not mad about it! Gimme all the [...]
National Let’s Laugh Day
It's National Let's Laugh Day There are so many benefits to the actual response of laughter. So many studies have been done on both the emotional as well as physical benefits of laughing. Whether it's stimulated through [...]
Snake-skin…
Do you love animal print as much as I do? I've always been a lover of leopard print but it seems the new kid in town is snake-skin and zebra! Who knew leopard print would be replaced [...]
Still learning…
This photo was taken by my sweet husband a couple of weekends ago. My little booties are from www.walmart.com and my jeans and cardigan are from www.oldnavy.com. My lacy tank is from a little boutique in Granbury, [...]
“Eventually the inner you shapes the outer you” Elizabeth Taylor
This dress is just precious but when I received it and tried it on, I had to ask the question, "Am I too old for this?" While I love the style of the dress and it fits [...]
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, y’all!
If you haven't visited the square in Grapevine, Texas, you ought to do yourself a favor and come by. Grapevine is known as the Christmas capital of Texas. The streets are filled with twinkle lights, beautiful wreathes, [...]
Target does it again…
My husband and I spent Thanksgiving in St Louis, we broke all kinds of traditions but our kids were fine with it. And, actually, the story goes that my husband had to work, out of town, on [...]
Photo Bloopers!
We were in Houston over the weekend to celebrate our niece, Madison, and her husband, Marshall. So, there wasn’t much free time but we took advantage of the little time we had to snap some pics. There [...]
That color is….
I think I'm in love with this yellow and this cardigan. As I mentioned in a previous post regarding the adorable teddy bear jacket, I'm not a huge fan of bulk. I don't typically wear or even [...]
The ever trending teddy bear jacket…
I received this yesterday while I was at the office and I could not wait to try it on. Well...the verdict is still out on whether or not I'll keep it. To be honest, I feel like [...]
I’m so casual…
This outfit so depicts who I am through and through. I'm casual from my head to my toes. I was once told that I was just too casual and that I needed to step it up. so [...]
It was such a wonderful weekend…
This picture was taken over the weekend by my sister in law, who has become, through the many years, a dear, dear friend. We've seen one another through some pretty dark and scary times. But, we've also [...]
Thank You, Instagram! 1000 Followers
My second goal was granted yesterday on my IG~1000 followers! I’m so amazed and thankful! Just to fill you guys in on this journey I've been on for now just a little over a month. As I [...]