Steamy Weather + OOTD + Our True Work

Happy Monday!

Hope you all had a great weekend! 

It has been ridiculously hot here in Minnesota. I mean 95 degrees plus, which is not normal for us this time of the year. So on Sunday for church, I opted out of my favorite maxi skirt and decided this cute number from H&M would do the trick. 

Dress H&M. Necklace Thrifted. Black Sandals Heartbreaker. Smile Priceless ;).

On top of beating the heat, I met up with some girlfriends from work as my friend was giving away bags of clothes she no longer wears! SCORE! I found so many cute tops and dresses I can wear as my belly grows, so I'm very greatful and super pumped to share some of them with you. 

Also a hot weekend, doesn't end without some type of ice cream in the mix! Yum.

Over the weekend, I also learned some very important keys to life during the sermon yesterday. It involves our true work on this earth. 

Our work and purpose is not about making nice, going to church on the weekends, getting in a routine and serving Christ so that we "feel better" about ourselves. 

Our work and purpose is not about working a good job, having a close family, creating good memories with great people. Sounds good, but that's not what it is about. 

Our true work on this earth is about sharing Jesus with the world. Although, everyone is not going to accept Him (as the bible even states this); our work is to show others how great our lives can be with Him. Showing them how He is the great I am. He is the one true living God, and I am a living testament to his greatness. 

In fact, we all are. 

I have never lived better, and more accomplished life until I had Jesus on my side; and through out it all I have no worries. If any of you knew how I was, I was always a worry wart - couldn't sleep at night at one point I was so depressed from the worries and thoughts that consumed my mind. Now when I began to worry, I give it to Jesus and it always works out. 

 He is my peace in the time of a storm, He is my rock when no one is there, When I have no one to talk to - He is there and He understands exactly how I feel. I don't know where I would be without Him. I am so grateful that He chose little old me to share His word and to live for Him. 

I am excited and filled with true joy!

You all have the right to live a great, wonderful, mysterious, ever changing, beautiful life with Christ. He is the way, the truth, and the life. He is everlasting, he is a living God. AND He has a special plan for each and everyone of you if you seek Him. 

Happy Monday! 

OOTD : Nordstrom Striped Blazer, F21 Distressed Denim

Ok. So, I totally didn't make it to the fashion show I was raving about the other day. Long story short, I had nothing to wear. I told you guys about my frequent annoyances of going into my closet and coming out with ZILCH.

Well that was kinda the case... I skidaddled Marshall's to see what I could find. Got half way through the store and couldn't hold my arms up anymore, because they had SO MANY great summer finds!

 When I finally got to the fitting room, I tried everything on.. Only to not find anything to wear. 

Back to Square One, and at this point it was 6:30pm. (It started at 6)

So, that's my excuse story.

Blue + White Striped Blazer - Nordstrom's Rack

White Burnout Tee - The Buckle

Light Denim Distressed Jeans - Forever 21

Blue Sandal Wedges - DSW

Gold Chain Necklace - Heartbreaker

Bangles - H&M, Len Druskin 

(in case you don't know I am obsessed with these..)

I'm really trying to get a hold of my blog again, as well as juggling work, and personal life. It's hard! For all of you bloggers out there juggling more than I do - KUDOS!
What are your tips and tricks? Do Tell.

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Nautical Notes

Happy Monday!

I hope you are all doing well, I have taken a short hiatus over the past few weeks, as I am sure you were all aware of. It doesn't look like it will get any easier to write within the next two weeks. I have a couple of things coming up!! 

First, It's my grandma's birthday today! Happy Birthday Grandma! So many years, so much wisdom!

Second, I have FINALS... my second to last set of these, finally. I will have one semester after this and super excited to be done with school... 

Third, It's my birthday next Monday! AND in perfect birthday girl fashion, I will be enjoying turning a quarter of a century! OMG, I am getting old guys!!

On to other things...

Black Blazer - H&M

Striped top - H&M

Denim jeans - Gap

Black Boots - Heartbreakers

Necklace - H&M

I know you haven't seen an outfit post in forever... Two weeks is a long time!! 

And I absolutely love this striped shirt I got from H&M, it was like $10! Which is definitely a steal! I have been on the search for very transformable items, that can double in the workplace, and are still appropriate. That's my challenge. The weather hasn't been working with us here, we have definitely been getting all of the showers April has to offer us. Which is good for our environment, so that's okay. 

I can't wait til my outfit posts can be summery again, with spring dresses, florals and bright prints... 

Until then, I will continue to keep dry the best way I know how...  wearing my rain-boots and jacket. :(

Enjoy your Monday!

Casual Sophisticate

HAPPY FRIDAY LOVES!!

Quick post from a recent trip to Nordstrom's Rack, Gosh I love that place. So many great deals...

So what do you all think about the elbow patch? It's starting to grow on me.. 

Brown Cotton Blazer - was only $24 (Such a steal!!)

Striped Blouse - Livia Moon 

Dark denim jeans - Big Star

Brown Boots - I think I got these from a local store, Heartbreaker

Oh. Em. Gee. 

I am sure you have all heard about the Versace designs for H&M. I heard it was mad in Asia and Europe, the website even crashed, well tomorrow November 19th, they will be available in America.. There was a review done on Access Hollywood yesterday that I watched and they have some great pieces. Here's a few photos from the Versace for H&M Launch party held in N.Y.C.

(photo credits)

Jessica, Emma, and Jennifer are working it! BTW, these are all items that in the collection, super fierce! Jessica Alba is looking especially stunning in this festive dress, which reminds me....I need to find a festive holiday dress (or a couple) for the seasonal holiday parties!!! Well, at least for the New Year. Just added that to my want list.

So, what do you think?

Have a great weekend :)