eat fresh.

Grabbed some lunch at none other than Subway today and... It. Was. Fire.

Don't I look so cute??

Now you see it...

...and now you don't!

This was my satisfied face!

Jacket: Stein Mart $40

Dress: Target $8

Booties: Marshall's $20

Sunnies: Old Navy $2

Bag: Old Navy $15



Happy Thursday! 

A 

                                    

peek.a.boo!

A bit of playtime before an afternoon nap...

...well, that, and a sneak peek of my new short hair!!

♥

A

chocolate break!

Everyone needs a little sweetness in their life! Just thought I'd share...

Have you had a bit of sweetness today??

:)

A

my top 5...

Change is really wonderful. I didn't get to share all of my reflections for 2011 [which might actually be a blessing for those of you reading this...], but I did want to share my top moments. The craziest, yet best things happened about September on, getting me more excited than ever for the new year. Here goes...

5. The loss of twenty pounds! [Downside: almost NONE of my former clothes fit. It's bittersweet, lol.]

4. Turning twenty-five. It truly was the best birthday I've ever had.

3. Learning about myself... This year, I discovered, among many things, a passion for running! Who knew??

2. Cutting off all my hair. Unbelieveably liberating... and I look quite fierce, if I do say so myself.

1. Spending tons of time getting closer to my family and best friend. I wouldn't trade my favorite people for anything in the world.


What were your favorite things of 2011? What did you accomplish?

:)

A

Fashion Week SS 2012 Trends

I've been perusing mags and sites in anticipation for Spring...

[Yes, I am aware that we are barely into January and I shouldn't really be thinking about warm weather just yet!]

I can't help it!! I'm already ready for warmer temperatures, budding flowers and leaves, drops of dew and of course FASHION.

See for yourselves:

Photo from http://www.elle.com/Fashion/Trend-Reports/Top-10-Trends-From-Spring-2012

I think I am most excited for the pastels and peplum. I can't wait to work them into heavy rotation. Color-blocking [my favorite!] looks like it's still going to be big too.

Check out Elle.com and Glamour.com like I did for even more inspiration beyond this month's glossies. What kinds of trends are you guys excited for??

♥

A

happy new year!

Happy 2012 everyone.

The start to a new year often means a fresh start, a new look and changes! It's no different for me either...
I thought it was time for a different look and maybe a change in the way I do my blogging in order to restart my drive and passion. To be honest, I never lost the love to speak, just found a hard time keeping up with what I thought others might find interesting. Then, I was reminded that one blogs for themselves and sprinkles in their personality to keep others interested! Let's give this another go, shall we??

[Kisses]

A

[SMH]

So, there is really no excuse for the lack of postage on this blog. All I can say is:

I'M SO SORRY! [Buckets of tears flowing]

I truly never meant to neglect it, or anyone who had actually decided my space was worth reading. Over the course of the last year there had been so many personal changes and a lack of inspiration and drive that I just gave up... Then, the unthinkable happened. My brother broke my camera!!!

However, anything worth having is worth fighting for. Blogging is something I came to love and while it has taken me too much time to realize it, a task I am passionate about. I've remembered the reasons I started and want to get back to that happiness!

Oscar Wilde said, "To love oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance." Um... Hello? Who can love me better than me??! And that self-love means indulging in those activities that give life pleasure and peace. If you're still stopping by to see anything new, I'll be here!! :)

Have a happy day!

A