Tuesday, March 31, 2015

OOTD: Coral & Leopard

Inspired by this look from the blog Garnerstyle.


Mine:


Tee: ON, flea market 
Skirt: Mossimo, thrifted 
Sandals, earrings: Walmart 
Bag: wish.com
Necklace: Noonday Collection 
Hat: F21




Monday, March 30, 2015

New Feature: Recipes!

I've decided to branch out and start featuring the recipes and photos of dishes I've made. I like to try a lot of new recipes I find on Pinterest. This post will be a catch up of some of my favorite recipes I've made, and going forward in future posts I will share new recipes I make. 

Just last night I attempted my first foray into Thai cooking. It was a success! Quite simple! Plus I had fun shopping for some of the harder to find ingredients at a local Thai market.
http://vikalinka.com/2014/01/04/thai-red-curry-with-prawns-and-snow-peas/

Last week I made quite possibly the best chicken dish ever! Chicken thighs wrapped in prosciutto with rosemary. So flavorful and simple!
http://www.staceysnacksonline.com/2010/12/prosciutto-wrapped-chicken-thighs.html?m=1

Made these potato skins for a potluck; they were a huge hit!
http://www.the-girl-who-ate-everything.com/2010/06/ultimate-twice-baked-potatoes.html




Sunday, March 29, 2015

Book Review: The Pursuit of Tamsen Littlejohn

Last June I signed up for Blogging For Books with much enthusiasm at the prospect of receiving new books to read in exchange for reviews. Unfortunately as sometimes happens, busy life got in the way of me reviewing books on the regular and I've only reviewed one book so far. But I've recently "hit the books" with a renewed passion, so here is my second Blogging For Books reciew on The Pursuit of Tamsen Littlejohn by Lori Benson.

The Pursuit of Tamsen Littlejohn had everything that I look for in romantic historical fiction – the setting and time-period were described so well, the dialogue was genuine and rang true to the characters and setting and the romance was near perfect.
I loved Tamsen and Jesse, and especially had a soft spot for Cade, the man that adopted Jesse after his family was killed in during a raid on their farm. There were many layers to the story that added to its depth. Constant was the fear of being caught by Tamsen’s stepfather and her almost-betrothed, and the mystery of Jesse Bird’s heritage and at times, Tamsen’s, provided a puzzle that begged for solving. Top off this high risk situation with some romantic tension, and you've got one exquisite story.

I particularly enjoyed the descriptions of nature and settings throughout the book; the imagery was particularly engaging. Learning what the author explains after the novel to be historically accurate details about both colonial Americans and Native Americans of that time period was truly fascinating as well. I did not previously know much about that time period as well. 

Another thing that I greatly appreciated about Benson's writing style is that although romance is clearly a main focus of this story the descriptions in this novel are not graphic or racy in any way. A parent could allow teen daughters to read this without concern.

All in all I gave this book 4 stars because although I have read better novels, it is seldom that I find a novel of this quality from a relatively new author. It's worth a read for anyone who likes these genres, and I would read more books by this author.

OOTD: Quirky, Girly, Boho

Inspired by this pin.

Mine:

Shrug: old
Dress: F21
Tights: Target, thrifted 
Bag: wish.com
Shoes: Famous Footwear 
Watch: Etsy
Earrings: girlprops.com
Necklace: Kohls




Saturday, March 28, 2015

OOTD: Fringed Bag

Inspired by this pin.


Mine:

Top: cichic.com
Cami: thrifted 
Jeans: F21
Bag: wish.com
Sandals: Walmart 
Bangles: vintage & dollar store
Necklace: Kohls

Friday, March 27, 2015

OOTD: Coral Boho

Inspired by this look from the blog My Curves & Curls.

Mine:

Kimono jacket: flea market 
Tee, bag: Family Clothes 
Jeans, earrings: F21
Necklace: Noonday Collection 
Sandals: Kmart 
Cuff: Target, thrifted 




Thursday, March 26, 2015

OOTD: Spring Nautical

Inspired by this pin.


Mine:

Top: cichic.com
Lace tank: Amazon 
Jeans: F21
Flats: Charming Charlie 
Bag: Blue by Linea Pelle, flea market 
Scarf: dollar store
Earrings: Kohls



Wednesday, March 25, 2015

OOTD: Red & Polka Dots

Inspired by these pins.


Mine:

Blazer: Downeast Basics
Dress: Xhilirations, thrifted 
Flats: Ebay 
Bag: thrifted 
Necklace: purpleperidot.com

Tuesday, March 24, 2015

OOTD: Monochromatic With A Twist

Inspired by this pin.


Mine:

Jacket: Garage 
Tunic: DKNY, thrifted 
Leggings, earrings: flea market 
Sandals: Walmart 
Bag: F21
Necklace: Kohls

Monday, March 23, 2015

OOTD: Exploring My Style x2

Inspired by this look from the blog Exploring My Style.


Mine:

Jacket: cichic.com
Dress: Mossimo, thrifted 
Bag: F21
Scarf, sandals: Walmart 
Belt: Ross


Sunday, March 22, 2015

OOTD: Favorite Color Combo

Inspired by this pin.


Mine:

Cardigan: ON
Dress, sandals, belt: Walmart 
Bag:F21 
Necklace & earrings: flea market 

Saturday, March 21, 2015

OOTD: Easy Breezy Saturday

Happy Saturday all!


Cardigan: J Crew, Thredup 
Dress, sandals: Walmart 
Bag: Betsey Johnson, thrifted 
Necklace: Kohls
Earrings: thrifted 
Hat: F21

OOTD: Several Days Ago

Sorry, dear readers. Blogspot has not been allowing me to publish posts for the last several days. Hopefully the problem is fixed. Here's a look from last week.

Mine:

Tee,sweatshirt, necklace, earrings: flea market 
Shirt: Walmart 
Skirt: Kohl's 
Boots: Chinese Laundry, thrifted 
Bag: Target, thrifted 

OOTD: Summery Peasant

Inspired by this pin.


Mine:

Top: Walmart 
Jeans, bag: F21
Wedges: St. John's Bay, thrifted 
Cuff: Target, thrifted 
Earrings: Target 

Tuesday, March 17, 2015

OOTD: Mint For St. Patrick's Day

I don't own much bright green, so I went the mint/aqua route.
Inspired by this pin.


Mine:

Shirt, belt: Walmart 
Pants, bag: F21
Watch, necklace: groopdealz.com
Flats: Kmart 




Monday, March 16, 2015

OOTD: Early Shorts Weather

I can't believe I'm wearing shorts in March! This summer's going to be sweltering. :/

Inspired by this pin.


Mine:

Tee: Zenobia, Family Clothes
Shorts, sandals, scarf: Walmart 
Bag: F21
Earrings: Target, thrifted 





Saturday, March 14, 2015

OOTD: Fun Weekend

Inspired by this look from the blog Putting Me Together.


Mine:

Kimono jacket: ASOS, Ebay 
Tank & sandals: Walmart 
Jeans: ON, Thredup 
Bag, earrings, necklace: F21

Thursday, March 12, 2015

OOTD: Easy Transition

Inspired by this pin.


Mine:

Cardigan: thrifted 
Top: gift
Jeans: F21
Bag: Merona, thrifted 
Shoes: Mossimo, flea market 
Earrings: Target 
Watch: Etsy