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Fall Outfit with Halftee: At the Pumpkin Patch & Link Up On the Edge #115
I mentioned in Tuesday’s mushroom picking post that we went to a Fall Festival at Wheeler Creek Pumpkin Patch in Clayton, New York, on Monday. Because the life of a blogger always consists of finding fun places for photo shoots, I wanted to create an outfit that was all fall vibes. And what screams fall more than layers and tall boots? It was the perfect opportunity to share with you a new product that has recently come to my attention…Halftee. Halftee is a product that was created by Wyoming native, Amanda Barker, in an effort to reduce the bulk of layered clothing while maintaining a put together look with all…
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What to Wear Mushroom Picking & #SpreadTheKindness Link Up #92
I cannot thank you all enough for all of the wonderful words of encouragement on Friday’s post about losing my mojo. I felt so much kindness from all of you as I make my way through this transition in my life. And I took much of what was shared to heart…I took the weekend off from blogging and will be slowly easing back into it this week. I am planning my Link Up On the Edge post for Thursday and I will have a special birthday link up on Friday to celebrate Monica’s birthday! And then I might be making some minor changes…but that remains to be seen. In the…
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Where Did My Mojo Go? & Link Up On the Edge #114
It seems I have lost my mojo. First, I have to say that I absolutely despise the word mojo. I am not sure why. It just sort of offends my ears and contaminates my deep rooted obsession with and appreciation for the English language. Mojo is defined as the art or practice of casting magic spells and it is often used contemporarily to mean one’s confidence, influence, or personal charisma. But if you search for a synonym (which I did because I don’t like the word), you are met with a barrage of drug related terms like crack, cocaine, and dope. To be clear, I have not lost my stash…
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Reminder: The Good Buy/Good-Bye Book-Plaid
In just 11 days, Nancy and I will be posting the eighth edition of The Good Buy/Good-Bye Book and we would love for you all to join us! The theme for October is Plaid! Any plaid or checked print will do. Tartans abound for fall and winter when it comes to fashion, so surely you must have something in this festive pattern. It could be pants, a shirt, a dress, a jacket, or even shoes, gloves, scarves, and hats. So won’t you join us for the October Good Buy/Good-Bye Book and show us all your plaid! What is The Good Buy/Good-Bye Book? It is a monthly series that Nancy and I will…
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Is Kindness Difficult? and #SpreadTheKindness Link Up #91
Is kindness difficult? This question popped into my head today when I made a quick stop at Lowe’s to pick up a gift card. I legitimately could not find where the gift cards were located. In most large retail chains, they have a display of their own gift cards right at the check out registers, so I got into the only open register line empty-handed with the intention of inquiring about a gift card. The cashier monitoring the self check out line waved me over to that area to check out. No words were spoken. Just a finger pointed at me and the wave of hand indicating that I should…
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Creating an Outfit with Second Hand Items
As a lover of fast fashion, I never paid much heed to the damaging effects that the rapid turnaround of cheap clothes can have on the environment. Since I have started working at my local consignment shop, I am realizing that I do not have to always buy into the next best thing hitting major retail chains…because eventually those things end up in the local second hand shops anyway…where I can buy them for less and it is absolutely proven to be better for the environment. The more clothing we can keep out of landfills, the better. So recycle, reuse, upcycle, pass on, pass down, shop second hand, donate, or…
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Shelbee’s Sunday Morning Quarterback #5: White Out Disappointment
#4 Ohio State Buckeyes 27 – #9 Penn State Nittany Lions 26 Welcome to the fifth episode of Shelbee’s Sunday Morning Quarterback! And here’s my husband, the Sunday Morning Quarterback, with the disappointing recap of last night’s game. Hey, at least we ate well! White Out Disappointment A record attendance of 110,889 packed into Beaver Stadium for the annual White Out game against #4 Ohio State. By the time the final whistle blew, most felt like it was a repeat of last year’s loss in Columbus. A halftime lead gone and then a 12 point lead erased with 8 minutes to go and finally a 1 point loss on…
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Simply Be Boots & Link Up On the Edge #113
Who here is a shoe addict? All fingers seem to be pointing at me. There might be some fingers pointing back at some of you, too. If that is the case, then you will understand exactly where I am coming from when I say there is no such thing as too many pairs of shoes. Or is there? If anyone has too many shoes, it is probably me. Half of my problem is that I can’t ever get rid of anything. The other half of my problem is that I simply can’t resist a cute pair of shoes. But we all know that those cute shoes often come with a…
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How to Buy Gifts for Fashion-Conscious Teenagers
If you have a teenage girl in the family, finding the right gifts can be tricky. Teenagers can be difficult to read as they are still figuring out how to properly communicate their wants and needs. Teens are also prone to moodiness and their fashion tastes are fickle, changing from one week to the next. However, there are some timeless and flexible gift ideas that will help you buy the perfect gift for a picky teen. Find a few ideas below. Jewelry Jewelry is usually a great option provided that you get the style right. Visit stores that will give you advice on which brands and materials are currently on…
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A Little Taste of Heaven: Europe Cakes & #SpreadTheKindness Link Up #90
Have you ever tasted heaven? I am sure you probably have. It comes in all forms, all shapes and sizes, all flavors and consistencies, all temperatures and textures. But if you have a wicked sweet tooth, then heaven is waiting just inside the doors of the historic Paddock Arcade in downtown Watertown, New York. A very short walk down the old hallway once you enter the double glass doors in front. Right there on the left hand side…Monica is weaving her magic behind the windows of Europe Cakes. Renowned for her cake decorating expertise (she was taught by the best), Monica creates beautiful pastries and baked goodies for any occasion…
