Lake & Bake

I'm at the lake today guys. Soaking up some nectar (sun). I don't plan on diving in with my butt up in the air like this guy, but I do plan on some heavy relaxation.

I'll see ya soon!

Have a great holiday weekend :)

Style Watch Inspiration: Minka Kelly

Wide leg pants are my hero. They make me seem taller and they tend to hide my larger bottom half pretty well. I have yet to find a second pair but I have a few on Pinterest that are patiently waiting on my shopping ban to end next month. In the meantime,

Here is my take on Minka's wide leg ensemble:

Lunch @ the Park Girl

 Dress: ?Target? Sweater: Thrifted Chadwicks, Sandals: Kohls, Headband: Mark, Necklace: Vintage

Earlier that day....

 A wonderful picnic at the park for lunch. Ahhh...I didn't want to leave. That's my strawberry, walnut, spinach and goat cheese salad right down there:

Wrapped in Ribbon Girl

Tank: Vintage, Belt &Shoes: Thrifted, Jeans: Walmart

Not until I saw these heels on another blogger did I realize that the weird little flap thing around the back was for ribbon to go through. Brilliant! When I thrifted them the ribbon was gone. On closer inspection - it looks like it was cut off. Well, of course you know what that meant. Road Trip! A trip to the craft store to choose the ideal color for these navy espadrilles. I chose this beautiful kelly green (my favorite color of all time) AND a red with white polka dots for those spunky days. Interchangeable ribbon shoes. A cheap way to make a new pair of shoes each time. YES please.

I feel more than blessed that I discovered this kitschy little strawberry print tank in a vintage shop one day. I love it. People get a kick out of it too. Not long after I wore this, I found strawberry earrings at the flea market. Can the world get any better?

photos by the hubs :) thanks!

Getaway

We are headed to the lake this weekend with some friends and I can. not. wait. Just to get out of town is going to be the best part. I have really been feeling that itch lately to take off and get the heck outta dodge. Some new scenery, ya know? Ever get that feeling? I'm sure - if you're human you do. It's easy to get into a daily routine and then when the weekend comes try to cram as much stuff as you can into it so you can feel productive. Pulling hair out!!!
Sometimes - it feels good just to take off down the road and let the old homstead eat your dust.

DIY: Infused Oil

I'm finally growing lavender in garden and now I get to reap the rewards. I had been letting this stalk dry out for a week or so. I really hadn't planned on mixing it with my body oil but I thought - what the heck. The last time I infused herbs was...well...I can't remember when. 

Hopefully in a couple of weeks I will have some lavender oil to rub on my wrists.

Mint Green Girl

Shirt: NY&Co, Trousers: Gap, Heels: Target, Bag: Charming Charlie's

Oh how I have wanted mint green in my wardrobe! I finally got it on Mother's Day. My hubby got me this mint green purse after I sent him a picture AND sent him the link online. He said when he went to the store and asked the assistant she said they didn't have one. He even had the item number but it wasn't coming up on their computer. Thankfully, hubby found it on his own. The last one left. Whew.