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Happy Independence Day, America: May We Continue to Make Progress
As we are sitting in the midst of the craziest year on record in the lives of most of us, I think today is an important day to reflect upon the nature of progress. Progress comes forth through conflict, in one way or another. Whether it is personal progress that arises from some internal conflict or the progress of our entire species that is born from major conflicts in the world, we need this conflict to push us forward. Without it, we would simply remain exactly where we are as we are. And that is not necessarily a good thing. Change and progress are necessary for the survival of the…
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When Radical Ralphie is Just Not Having It
The child is stubborn. More stubborn than I ever thought possible. I have been accused of being the same way. But this kid wins if it were an actual competition. You know those personality tests that give a brief description of who you are based on the first animal you see in a picture? We did this one the other day and I had to laugh at the description for the animal that Ralphie saw first. “You are a natural-born leader. You naturally know how to convince people to follow you to achieve a common goal, but sometimes you can have a tendency to be dominant and your power can get a bit overwhelming. You are not afraid of any…
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Radical Ralphie Styling Seersucker and Plaid
Radical Ralphie took a nice long blogging break with me, of course, since I am the one who does most of the blogging work anyway! I don’t think he was too excited to get back to it either as convincing him to get dressed for photos this weekend resulted in some bribery. And after 25 quick photos were snapped, he abruptly declared, “Okay. I’m done.” I think I was more excited than he was to share this adorable combination of seersucker and plaid. I know it’s not really seersucker season quite yet, but when I spotted this darling blazer in Classy Kids Consignment Shop, I knew my little fashion blogging…
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The Fab 40’s are Mixing Prints like Pros
Before I started writing this blog, I only admired outfits with quirky combinations of prints. I struggled with combining clashing patterns myself for such a long time, feeling somewhat like an imposter of sorts. Like who the heck was I to think I could possibly pull off these cool mergers between seemingly opposed patterns that you only saw on fashion icons and street style celebrities? I always have had eclectic taste when it came to fashion, but print mixing was something completely new and totally foreign to me in my styling choices just a few short years ago. I remember back in September of 2016 being inspired by my dear…
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Inspired by SpyGirl: All the Prints
This was by far my most challenging inspired outfit ever. That sounds kind of weird, doesn’t it? I mean, if it is an inspired outfit, it shouldn’t be a challenge, for the inspiration was already there. So let me explain. My very dear friend, Anne M. Bray of SpyGirl and other blogs, has been an inspiration to me in countless ways over the past few years. She is one of the funniest women I have ever met. In life. Ever. In my 45 years on earth. We get bantering on and on in blog comments, Facebook comments, and emails and I am always in stitches by the end of the…
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Inspired by Pumps and Push Ups: Coral Gingham Top & Link Up On the Edge #146
Happy Thursday everyone! The Memorial Day weekend is almost here and it is a big one for celebrating at our house. First of all, as a military family we do like to recognize the holiday that honors our fallen heroes. And secondly, both my husband’s and my birthdays fall right around the Memorial Day weekend. His birthday is on Sunday and mine is a week from today. Because we have so many May birthdays in our family, we have always had a huge celebration on this weekend every year since we met nearly 11 years ago. But this post is not about the upcoming weekend. It is about the inspiration…
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Memorial Day Outfit & Your Own Twist Link Up #8
It’s time again for Your Own Twist with Monica of Jersey Girl, Texan Heart. Monica and I decided to host a fun link up once a month (since we are both super crazy busy so why not add more projects to our calendars)! On the third Thursday of every month, we will host the Your Own Twist Link Up with the goal of inspiring some of our fashionista friends out there. The idea behind this collaboration is to take one common piece or theme and style it our own way with our own twist. Monica and I have both taken a lot of fashion inspiration from one another over the past few years even…
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Inspired by A Pocketful of Polka Dots: EvaTrends Overalls
Ever since I saw Jennie of A Pocketful of Polka Dots style her Distressed Overalls from EvaTrends back in December, the seed was planted in my brain that I really needed to try a pair myself. But here was my problem…every time I have tried on any type of overalls, jumpsuit, or romper, what resulted was that dreadful front wedgie. You know what I’m talking about. It is not a flattering look. On anyone. But still I would try. Then I would give up. Then I would try again. And then I saw Jennie’s overalls and noticed that they had a drop crotch. Not a trend that I am really…
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The Magnificent 8 Mix Patterns in Pastels
The Magnificent 8 is a collaboration among 8 stylish women from every decade of life showcasing our style one generation at a time. The mission of this collaboration is to show you just how ageless style is, how we can each dress however we’d like and in ways that make us feel fabulous. There are no age restrictions on style. So wear what you want, when you want, add a smile, and strut your style with confidence. And be sure to check out all 7 of these amazing gals! Every quarter, we choose a theme and each create an outfit that suits our own personal tastes and fashion choices and…
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The Best Slouchy Hat Ever & #SpreadTheKindness Link Up #118
I am becoming obsessed with slouchy hats. But that shouldn’t come as a surprise. I become obsessed with most things related to fashion and style. Shoes and boots? Obsessed. All things velvet? Obsessed. Blanket scarves? Obsessed. Jeans? Yep, totally obsessed. Camouflage, floral, polka dots, stripes, leopard print, plaid? Absolutely obsessed. I could go one like this forever. But I will stop because I think you get the point. Anyway, my new obsession is slouchy hats. But not just any slouchy hat will do. Because Spring is finally arriving in the North Country (although it probably does not look like it in these dreary gray photos with spatters of snow still…