Monday, June 16, 2014

Stay Inspired!

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Don't have the opportunity right now to go out and experience something new?  Just get lost in a book.  Among other things, a good book lets you go on the characters' journey along with them.  You can get lost in their world and end up seeing yours in a different light.  Personally, I love a wide variety of stories, but I tend to get lost in books like Pride & Prejudice, Wuthering Heights, and Jane Eyre. It's my way of visiting England while having to stay at home.

What books have taken you on an adventure?

Monday, June 9, 2014

Stay Inspired!


I have found this to be true.  I would rather fail than always wonder what if I had tried and succeeded?  If you fail at what you set out to do, you still come away with other experiences and knowledge.  "Nothing in this world worth having comes easy."  Be willing to get out there and live a life you love!

Friday, June 6, 2014

Style Find

I will be the first to admit (well, maybe the second as hubby will willingly point it out as well) that I have expensive taste.  But my bank account doesn't always support that.  So while I will share awesome style finds to drool over, I also want to share some affordable stuff as well.

The other day I was walking through Target and found these comfy looking pieces.


They are cute and really soft with a v-neck and racer back.  They would be great dressed up with a cute, fitted blazer, too.  Hmmm, I feel a shopping trip coming on for one!  I'm not a teeny person (between a US size 4 and 6, depending on the brand), but I bought two colors (Xavier Navy and Moxie Peach) in XS and they are perfect. And were only $10 each!  I'm particularly fond of the navy because I think it is very slimming, but I love the bright, summery peach, too.  During the same trip, I found these shoes which are ridiculously cute and comfy!  I love that they can be youthful or mature, so anyone of any age can wear them.  They are great with skirts or jeans/shorts, so they are very versatile.


And for something to drool over, I'm loving the Carolina Herrera Spring/Summer 2014 collection.  LOVE!  It was hard to pick my favorites, but these two are winning my heart at the moment as favorite day and night looks.



They both just make me want to hop on a plane and wear them in Paris.

What style find are you loving so far this summer?

Wednesday, June 4, 2014

Dream Trip - London

Ahhh, London.  Anyone who knows me even a little, and you will probably notice it a bit here ;), knows that I have this desperate need to go to London.  My heart is just leading me there!  We try to take road trips around Florida as often as we can, but this will be our first really big trip.  When we'll be able to, who knows, but I can't wait!!

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There is something for everyone in London!  Here are the top 10 London attractions, according to VisitLondon.com.  There are so many museums and historic buildings I would just love to visit!  Including the British Library.

Wow.

The London Eye is a must-do for me.  How incredible would it be to enjoy a glass of champagne or a wine tasting while enjoying the gorgeous view?


 visit my Pinterest boards for London pictures and more

As a lover of tea, I want to experience a proper afternoon tea.  I'm leaning toward The Orangery at Kensington Palace.  One of my favorite bloggers, Rosie at The Londoner, invited her readers to join in her experience at Fortnum's.  This looks fabulous, too!  The Conde Naste Traveller suggests the Mercer Street Hotel for a child-friendly tea.

Any fellow geeks reading?  I'm a huge Doctor Who fan and you KNOW I'm going to go find a blue police box and hope to run into the Doctor.  ;)

There are so many incredible things I would love to do in London.  I didn't even touch on things like Hyde Park, Tower Bridge, the changing of the guards, and so much more!  This was just a random smattering of things I'm excited about, but I will revisit London on another Dream Trip post in the future.

Monday, June 2, 2014

Stay Inspired!


Whether it is a hop across the pond or lunch at that restaurant in town you've been dying to try out, incredible memories can be made anywhere!  Always take any opportunity that comes your way to try something or go somewhere new.


Saturday, May 31, 2014

Weekend Extra - Flying with Kids

Flying with children can be difficult.  Especially if it's their first flight, you never know how they are going to react.  I was lucky, A was a great flier, even when her first flight was when she was 8 days old (long story).  Even if they have flown a million times, though, kids can be unpredictable and it's a great idea to be prepared.  Bringing their favorite snacks and games are great to keep them occupied, because let's face it, even adults can have a hard time sitting in one place for that long!  You're hopefully headed off to go make some wonderful family memories, so why not start on the flight over?  I found a great list at No Time for Flash Cards to give an example of what to pack for that long flight this summer.  Do you have anything to add to the list?