Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Monday, February 8, 2010
RAMBLINGS OF A MONDAY AFTERNOON
I feel like I've been rambling all day, but here's a little more:
1. I had such a nice and relaxing weekend. I even got to sleep in a little on Saturday since my morning meeting was canceled due to the weather. The rest was just low key and productive. That's the best kind of weekend in my book. And, of course, it ended with the best shoe purchase in the history of shoe purchases, so that helped.
2. I cleaned our hardwood floors this morning. Sounds kind of gross, but I rarely clean them. This is for two reasons: a.) water is bad for hardwood floors, so I avoid it and b.) I'm extremely cautious with household cleaners, especially floor cleaners, because of our little four-legged friend. I'd rather have a dirty floor than a sick puppy. But today, I think I found the perfect solution - a microfiber dry mop and Method hardwood floor cleaner.
3. I totally ate an M&M off the floor today. And not the floor that I cleaned. It was ridiculous. I was by myself and it had gotten caught in my scarf earlier, so when I took my scarf off, it fell out. I didn't even think - I just ate it. And now I'm actually a little embarrassed for admitting it. Hmm...
4. I'm not a big football fan, but I worked on my computer while John watched the game last night. I did, however, perk up a bit to watch the halftime show. Did anyone else feel bad for the "The Who?" That was a little rough. If they weren't make a butt load of money to be there, I would've felt really bad for them. I think it's safe to say that that ship has sailed.
5 I have been really, really bad at acknowledging blog awards lately. I am very sorry about that. Thank you so much for all of you who have recognized me. I will be going through them and posting a proper thank you for each. Until then, know I love you :)
WINTER DRESSING 101
Ick! This is the kind of weather that can be super tricky to dress for. As much as I wanted to wear my new brogues, I couldn't bear to take them out in these conditions. It's super cold and there is too much snow and too little place to put it. So, downtown is a little sloppy to say the least.
Today, I met a client for lunch and have a meeting this evening, which means no jeans for me. So, here are a few things I look for in an outfit on a day like today.
1. The shoe issue. This is probably my number one reason for getting sick of winter. It totally limits my footwear, and I do not like being told what I can and cannot wear. The best bet is something that can survive a little ick and will keep my feet warm (truth be told, I could've used another pair of socks in these). It doesn't hurt that these boots provide extra coverage for over half of my leg.
2. Wrap it up. Life is always a little cozier with a soft scarf.
3. I can't stand it when my pants get wet, so I circumvent the issue all together and wear the shortest pants I can find. These wool shorts were perfect, because they're warm, too. And I love the way they kind of look like a winter jumpsuit with the tee and belt. A skirt would work to, but I just wasn't in the mood for the shiftiness and static today.
4. And of course, a warm coat. I opted for the wool today. It's not my warmest coat, but I'm so sick of having my own zip code when I wear my down puffer. That would be the number 2 reason I get sick of winter. But, I can't complain too much - at least the sun is shining. Did I mention we're expected to get more snow tomorrow, though? Ugh.
Coat: Esprit via Ross, $80 - Cardigan: H&M, $30ish - Tee: Target, $15 - Shorts: Thrifted - DIY, $.30
Belt: Thrifted, $1 - Boots: Target, $35 - Scarf: Target, $13
P.S. My Target brogues got here today and I'm super impressed with how comfy they are. There's a possibility I may keep them, too. Honey, I know they look the same, but trust me - they're not :)
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