Things that make me happy
- Grace is much better. Her fevers are gone! She's happy again and laughing again, back to her normal self within a week of her surgery. Unbelievable! Praise God!
- Fall colors- especially in Minnesota. Absolutely beautiful.
- Crisp weather
- Spending time with family! Dad and Grandma are back from China. The whole family is together again!
- Clothes from Shopruche.com :)
- Blogging as stress relief. Haha
Today Aaron and I took a stroll around Silver lake. The weather was a bit on the colder side, but I couldn't help it. We've been cooped up in the hospital all week, I just had to get out and enjoy what's left of Autumn before it gets real cold in Minnesota. We nicknamed this lake "Goose crap lake" because last year we went paddle-boating on the lake and realized very quickly that there is nothing silver about this lake. It's literally filled to the top with goose crap. This area is infested with Canadian geese. They're everywhere! Apparently they're endangered, and are very precious to this local area, therefore we can't shoot them... as much as I'd like to.
Ever since our move to Minnesota, I had been doing a lot of online shopping. Mostly because there's really nowhere to shop here. One of my favorite online shops is Ruche.com. They have the cutest, vintage inspired clothes for a very affordable price. I try to look for things that are versatile and work appropriate. This white, peplum lace shirt was a great addition to both my casual and work wear collection. I really wish they had a boutique nearby!!
I know it's kind of hard to see, but the belt came with the orange tweed skirt. It comes with these cute, gold detailed hardware consisting of a lock and key. Super cute
I am in LOVE with the above bag. It's the Prada saffiano lux tote, and it's absolutely gorgeous. Aaron got it for me last year...he spoils me so much! (I think he got it for me because he secretly wants to carry the bag). I carry it with me mostly to work, but it also goes well with any type of casual wear. I can fit a TON of things in there, including my books, notes, laptop, etc and never loses its shape because of the durable leather, and it's so well crafted. Plus, it's so durable and heavy that it can also serve as a pretty dangerous weapon if you need to use it to take a swipe at someone for whatever self defense reason!
|| Outfit ||
White peplum lace top: Ruche.com
Orange tweed skirt: Ruche.com
Cardigan: Banana republic
Shoes: Tahari
Bag: Prada saffiano
Glad to hear your little girl is much better! And I am totally, hopelessly in love with this Prada bag - it's been on my ultimate fashion shopping wishlist for aaages! I'm hoping my husband will get it for me one day too! :) Have a wonderful weekend!
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I love how you've mixed all the colours and textures in this outfit - just gorgeous! You have very good fashion sense! Now following - hope you'll do the same!
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You look lovely dear!! I love your Prada bag. ;) I'm so happy to hear that your daughter is feeling better!! I am relieved. I hope for the best! ^__^
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Oh, the colors on your outfit are so refreshing! And I adore those nude flats--finally scored myself a similar pair yesterday. :) I love the texture of that skirt, too. Looks perfect for autumn. <3
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Lovely cardigan & top!
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Glad to hear Grace is doing better! And smiling! Kaleb is super grumpy on the ACTH wean right now so we'll be counting the days until he's back to himself again. And we'll continue praying for you guys! (Sorry, can't seem to login on mobile devices so have to comment as "Anonymous"). LOVE your new outfit too! You look so pretty! http://istowas.wordpress.com
ReplyDeleteThat lace top is so gorgeous - you look fab from head to toe... and I'm drooling over that bag!
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Yay for Grace doing better! You look beautiful. I love everything about this outfit, especially that skirt. The bag is pretty fantastic too! :)
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You are so photogenic Grace! I'm loving tweed at the moment (hopefully the weather doesn't warm up too much) and am going to check out Ruche.com :D x misstea & co.
ReplyDeleteI have never shopped on ruche but have seen bloggers feature their clothes, def need to check it out. Thank you for visiting my blog!
ReplyDeleteThat white lace top is so pretty! I love to shop online but I think I'd be so sad if I couldn't do any shopping in person at the stores! Thanks for stopping by my blog. I'm following now :)
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Thank you for your sweet comment! I love this whole outfit! Especially your skirt... so cute!! Now following!!
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This is a lovely outfit :) kind of preppy which I like. I adore your Saffiano, love that bag
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This is such a pretty, lady-like look. I love it!
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Love the colors in your outfit!!! And the Prada bag is AMAZING!!! What a great husband you have:) I get food processors:) haha!
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Love the peplum lace top! It looks great with your orange skirt! Great photos as well :)
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So glad to hear that Grace is doing better! I love the scalloped detailing on the peplum top, really subtle but it is awesome! I think I need to find a tweed skirt now...
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Oh I was just reading about your sweet daughter. I am so glad everything is ok. When children fall sick our lives turn up side down. Your look here is so nice. Following you on GFC and bloglovin. Hope you can follow back too.
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Nice photos and really cool outfit, you look great, I like your skirt, what a great color and that cardigan is so nice, the perfect touch to the outfit also you are really beautiful and your bag rocks! Your have a lovely blog by the way and I am a new follower on GFC and Bloglovin! Hope you will like my blog and follow back!
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ahhhhhhhhh i want your bag soo badly!! soo jealous that aaron spoils you with bags! seriously, my friend just bought that bag and i have been eyeing it! love the grey too!!
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I'm so happy to hear that Grace is doing so much better! I read your previous posts. As a mother, I really admire you for being so strong and unbreakable!!! I'll pray for you and Gracie!<3
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