On the Sixth Day of Christmas

60 more days to go...

What comes on the sixth day of Christmas? I have no idea. Today is quite a big day though. My little sister, Jennifer (aka Bean), graduated from UC Berkeley today. Congrats, Bean! You are so amazing! We are so proud of you!

I didn't get to fly home for the ceremony, but I was there in spirit:) Traveling all day yesterday pretty much drained me of any extra energy. I basically just laid around all day but then dinner required me to shower and get up. I wrapped myself in a great big chunky sweater vest and some suede booties. Garnette and Hamza had us over for one of their amazing Moroccan tagine dinners. yum yum!

On the Fifth Day of Christmas

61 more days to go...

On the fifth day of Christmas my true love gave to me...five golden rings. Speaking of true love and rings, I traveled to DC for the day to help my best friend find a wedding gown for her up coming nuptials. After dating Zach for almost ten years, he finally got Jen a ring and proposed:) It was the easiest shopping trip I've ever been on. We went to JCrew in Georgetown and found everything there in about two hours. Kim and I also ordered our bridesmaid dresses and accessories. See, so easy. So after the champagne was popped and all the dresses were ordered, we gorged ourselves on some yummy Thai food and just relaxed. So although I technically did shop and purchased some items, it was all for the wedding. I couldn't say no:) Anyone else want to get married and need me to get a dress?:)

On the Fourth Day of Christmas

62 more days to go...

Friday! And the fourth day of Christmas:) I spent the evening with Molly and Melissa and baby Porter. While we, the wives, stayed at home and had homemade soup and played with babies, our husbands were out at Club Risque, doling out dollar bills for the ladies (not as sleazy as this sounds). I say next time we leave the men at home with the babies, and we go out and get crazy for the night:) For the night in, I turned to my favorite ruffled wrap sweater and a brown lace tank. Now it's off to bed so that I can get up for my trip to DC tomorrow. Nighty night.

On the Third Day of Christmas

63 more days to go...

What's on the third day of Christmas? Three French hens? I don't have any French hens but I'm okay with that. After last night's party, I'm exhausted. It was definitely a hat day since I didn't get a chance to wash my hair, let alone brush it. So a long grandpa cardigan and a knit beret will be part of my cover up today:) Ooh, a beret is very French-y but still no hens.

On the Second Day of Christmas

64 more days to go...

Two turtle doves? Not so much. But two cute outfits in one day? Yes, please. I've had this flame colored velvet blazer for forever but wasn't sure how I felt about it. Well, I pulled it out today and thought, why not? Paired with a cream shell and some jeans, I thought it was perfect for work. As for my transition to night, I wanted to get dolled up for Nick's firm's holiday dinner party. Sequins, jewel tones, velvet, and bows...sounds like it everything but the kitchen sink...but came together nicely for a holiday outfit. Again, everything I had on was new to me since I've never actually worn them before but I've owned for several years. It still amazes me the things that I find in my closet:)

On the First Day of Christmas

65 more days to go...

No partridge and a pear tree, but I did find a silk chiffon blouse and a pair of wide legged trouser jeans. There was a holiday party today during work, so I thought this wouldn't be too dressed up or too casual. I can't believe it's almost Christmas!

Mix and Match

66 more days to go...

It's getting colder and colder which makes getting dressed in the morning harder and harder. All I want to do is wrap myself up in a big blanket, throw on a fluffy hat, and some boots. But, I've only got 66 more days left. It's pretty much right around the corner. It's seems silly to fold now:) So today, I mismatched a floral sweater dress with a striped blazer. It kept me warm and wasn't sweatpants..yay:)

Weekender

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Friday, Saturday, Sunday...so much to get done in such a short weekend. Finish all the Christmas shopping (check), wrap all the presents (check), send out all the cards (check), and of course spending some time with my girls and my man (check and check). I'm starting to get a hang of this, even though I am starting to feel under the weather. It was a jeans, sweater, and sneakers kind of weekend since there was so much running around...nothing special but definitely functional. Next week will be all about dressing for holiday parties:)

Warm Thoughts

70 more days to go...

Baby, it's cold outside.....really, really, really cold. To combat the chilly day, I'm thinking of a tropical island (Tahiti, perhaps?), milkshakes (although that makes me chillier), flip flops and pedicures, the big bright sun...that ought to do the trick. I found this vintage crochet vest in my closet. I remember buying it in a vintage store somewhere in Florida but then never got around to wearing it. Well, today is my perfect day to wear it since it definitely reminds me of the big bright sun. This outfit should encourage warm thoughts all day.

Present-ed

71 more days to go...

Continuing with my get-in-the-holiday-spirit-by-dressing-like-the-holidays...I looked like a cheerfully wrapped present finished off with a grosgrain ribbon today. I've been wrapping presents all week and was inspired by all the colorful prints and yards of ribbon. What can I say, I really love the holidays:)

Holiday Dressing

73, 72 more days to go...

Christmas is right around the corner and this year, I plan on getting all my present shopping done early. What else is helping me get in the mood for all sorts of holiday festivities? Dressing in warm wintry outfits, of course. Monday's outfit reminded me of a snow angel with the powdery blue crop sweater and warm hood. Makes me so excited for snow! And today's red snowflake sweater made me want to go caroling.

Day at the Museum

74 more days to go...

Night at the Museum was a really bad movie. Just thought I would throw my opinion in there. Anyways, Nick and I spent our Sunday at the Franklin Institute to learn all about Cleopatra, the Philly night sky, electricity, and erosion. What I learned: Cleopatra married a lot of people she didn't want to, Orion has two hunting dogs behind him in the night sky, Ben Franklin built the first battery (which was named after some sort of ammunition), and we may run out of usable water one day. I also learned today that I should try not to forget my hat when it's crazy cold and windy outside, that thick corduroys keep my legs remarkably warm, and that I can probably walk forever wearing flat boots.

O Christmas Tree

75 more days to go...

I did sleep in late today....and it felt sooooo good. Really the only thing that could make me feel better was to go and get a Christmas tree! I loooove the holiday season. Really, is there there anyone out there who doesn't enjoy parties, lots of food, presents, and the fresh smell of a giant fir tree in your house? I got dressed in some rugged boots, jeans, and a Paul Bunyan-ish shirt (we are going out for a tree) and Nick's warm hat that I've claimed as my own. We are officially not in Tahiti anymore.


We found the perfect tree. She really is a beauty, especially after we've finished primping and adorning her and filled her with presents.


Nick and I spent the rest of our Saturday sitting by the fire, admiring our tree, and drinking hot chocolate.....so perfect:)

Jet Lagged

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I have no idea what I wore yesterday. In fact, I have no idea of anything that happened yesterday. It seems like I still haven't completely adjusted to being back home yet. So today, I added a shot of bright fuchsia to my it's Friday outfit to help me stay energized and awake. (It didn't work).

Tonight is Molly's Latke's night....yummmmm...at our friend Sarah's new house....yay:) Again, I'm pretty sure that I changed into flats and comfy sweater for the party and I'm pretty sure I left early to come home and pass out and now I'm almost positive I will be sleeping in way past noon tomorrow...

Home

89, 88, 87, 86, 85, 84, 83, 82, 81, 80, 79, 78 more days to go...

I'm back! And what a trip it was:) You would think that I would be all sorts of relaxed..but the return journey home was such a disaster, I want to go back to Tahiti and Moorea and do it all over again. Let's just say that eight plus hour plane delays and lost luggage that wasn't suppose to be checked really sucks. Now, on with the good memories. The trip was amazing!


The people of Tahiti are so incredibly nice and friendly. We met our friend, Nathalie, who helped us out so much while we were there. She is seriously the sweetest nicest person in the universe (no exaggeration). Nathalie, if you are ever in the States (which I know you are all the time), let me return the favor! We love you!

The weather was almost perfect...crazy hot and had some downpours but who's complaining?


Food was right up my alley. Fresh seafood, fresh tropical fruits, and baguettes, baguettes, and more baguettes (this is part of France after all).


The water was the most beautiful I've ever seen, so blue, clear, and warm. The rain forests were so lush with tons of incredible waterfalls (and filled with giant insects and mosquitoes, but again. who's complaining?)


Jennifer and I learned how to wear a sarong in about a thousand different ways...only wish that I could remember them all. Clothes were pretty much optional on the islands and since I only packed one tiny suitcase, Jen and I spent most of the time in our bathing suits with some sort of cover up.

The places we stayed were all so beautiful (especially in Moorea). I feel like I'm in a postcard looking back at our pictures. What are you waiting for? Go and plan your next trip to French Polynesia!