Spring Sizzle

It is springtime in my life and I am loving every minute of it. I had an amazing mothers day with my family:-) How was your Mothers Day? Life is very unpredictable. For everything there is a season. We go through different seasons in our life and right now there is lots of vibrancy in my life and new things. There is nothing more amazing than when God answers your prayers in a very real and tangible way. He is amazing like that.

What I have been experiencing lately is joy, which is very different from happiness. Happiness is based on what is happening in your life and joy comes from a place deep in your spirit. I guess you could say, I am experiencing both and it is a great place to be:-)

Shirt: Michael Kors, Purse: Michael Kors, Jeans: Specialty Boutique, Shoes: F-21

The weather in Cali is sizzling, 98 degrees

Joy!

Today I am linking up with: Style Elixir , Lifes A Party Dress Like It, and I would so rock this

Have an amazing day!

Green +Stripes

 Happy Monday! Can you believe that Valentine's Day is this Friday?  This week also marks my three year Blogiversary. Since this week is so hectic for me, I will announce the giveaway next week. Stay tuned because it is going to be a super fun giveaway:-) I am really excited about the brands I have partnered with. Do you have any Valentines Day plans?  I am looking forward to doing something fun with my son:-)

Today I am wearing some light layers, which is perfect for weather that is often neither hot, nor cold. I paired a green top with stripes and a touch of animal print with my pumps. I love that these shoes have a gold heel.  It adds that extra something.  I think most women love clothes and have shoe obsessions. I wish I was one of those women that had a whole room for my closet because I have always had a big wardrobe and an insane shoe collection that I have had to fit into a tiny closet and this has been for most of my working life, but you have to find ways to make it work and there are worse problems to have. Right?

Top: Michael Kors, Striped Tee: Forever 21, Handbag: Michael Kors, Shoes: Louise Et, Cie

I like the fact that these shoes are very comfortable. You will hear me echo this sentiment a lot because I don't like shoes that hurt my feet. I am able to walk several blocks in these shoes and feel comfortable. There are some shoes that I know I can never walk a long distance in, but these are not one of them. If I have a shoe that I even think might hurt my feet to walk in, I keep a pair of ballerina flats in my purse and I have no shame in putting them on. I find that shoes with a chunkier heel are usually more comfortable, or those with a hidden platform.  Can you walk a long way in stilettos without your feet hurting?

I already have cupcakes on the brain. Thinking about the sweet treats I plan to indulge in on Valentines Day:-) If you need some inspiration on Valentine treats to make, be sure to check out my chocolate cupcake recipe with flaming strawberries here, or my rosewater ice cream recipe here.These are guaranteed to make a statement:-)

You know food can by stylish too. Right?

I am smiling even though I got some disappointing news today.  I did cry after I got the news, but I had a talk with God and I feel better now:-)

I live in jeans because they are so easy to dress up or down. Do you agree?

This week I am linking up with these lovely bloggers: Style Elixir The Pleated Poppy Living in Color Style Lifes a Party Dress Like it and KarlyKim. If you want to join the fun, click on these links and meet some great bloggers:-)

I hope your day is as amazing as you are

Wishing you rainbows and butterflies...Have a great day!

Green...

Happy Monday loves! this will be a short and sweet post:-) I have been super busy, but didn't want to get so busy that I did not say hello to  you and ask you about your weekend. Did you do something fun? or take some time to relax?  The title of this post is green, which at first glance might look like I titled my post the color that I am wearing, which is partially true, but the other reason is that when something is green it is growing and thriving.  

I consider myself to be at a place in life where I am growing and thriving, so I am green. Growth is not always a fun thing and sometimes it is downright painful, but one thing I can say with certainty is that if you are not growing, you are stagnant or you are dying. I'd rather grow even if it is uncomfortable at times. How about you?

 

Peplum top: H&M, Jeans: System Boutique, Pumps: F-21, Necklace: F-21, Clutch: DIY, Earrings: Gifted by Mimi Boutique

I think F-21 has some of the cutest accessorizes and they are so economical. I love this colorful necklace.

I think my fondness for sweets is showing. The chimpmunk cheeks always let me know when I have been indulging too much, LOL

I have a love affair with peplums. They are so universally flattering and as far as I am  concerned, they are always fashionable even when they are not a trend. Do you like peplums?

Yet another clutch to add to my collection. Not so bad when you make it yourself, or have a crafty friend help you:-)

Have an amazing day!