Santa...Read Here!

I should start this post by saying, I'm not the most stylish woman. I lean heavily, on my friends. To you know, show me the ropes. I'm not kidding! After my separation, my friends took me to NYC. For a makeover, and shopping. Because, I had no style!

That doesn't mean, that I want to look frumpy. I like dressing up. I like feeling put together. And feeling like a woman. I just need help! But I do look at lots of magazines, I read many fashion blogs, and seek help from friends.

To be 100% honest though, the last year, I've lived in sweats. Sometimes leggings. And even days and days of PJs. I'm not proud. But I'm honest! Most of all, I like to be comfy. My clothes need to function. I have a sick baby. And a broken body of my own. That means, complicated clothes, don't fit into my lifestyle. Just plain and simple.

My Bestie has this great style. She is so cool and comfy. All the time! She has this ladylike look when she works. Most stylish doctor I know! Then she has these fun and funky clothes, when she performs. You should hear her sing! So I ask her a lot of questions. ;) A while back, my Bestie blogged about this cape. Love it!

Looks sorta like a jacket. Totally comfy. Just my style! Um, Santa if you are reading this...I want this for Christmas. And I swear, I've been a good girl! :) This cape, would totally dress up my usual outfit. And I might just try a little harder, to put on a pair of jeans...a few times a week!

Lisa Leonard and Christmas

I'm honestly in LOVE with everything Lisa Leonard. I can't lie! If I had the money, I'd order one of everything. EVERYTHING! I've never been like this before. But there is something about Lisa's designs. And this whole being a mommy thing, has turned me into a very sentimental woman.

So it should not shock anyone, I stopped when I saw this ornament. Really? She makes ornaments? Oh Teddy Bear, can we have a Lisa Leonard Christmas tree??? PLEASE!!!

But really, I wouldn't be disappointed to get one of these beauties. You know, as a Christmas present. So precious! Off to drool at more of Lisa's designs...

Makes Me Want to Be an Angel

Earlier this week, I watched the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show. I should start off with, I've never been a lingerie kind of woman. Never! I've never been comfortable in my body. I think that's most of my problem. But for some reason, this year, watching this show, I want to go buy lingerie. Well, maybe not lingerie. But fun bras and undies. Sorta makes me want to be an angel...

Winter White

Over the weekend, we started decorating for the holidays. Everything looks so beautiful! My Baby Girl and I spent many hours today, watching the twinkling lights. :) It's so nice to watch the miracle of the holiday, through my daughter's eyes.

I'm still looking for some specific details. I want to buy some little lambs. A few vases, to fill with ornaments. I've seen those all over the internet! They are so perfect. I'm still searching for our stockings. And a wreath. Actually 2 wreaths. For our front door.

That's when I found this wreath. Darn google! The page is expired. Had I found it, I would have ordered 2. Immediately! But I didn't. So I called my Bestie. Who told me, these are super easy to make. She gave me a list of supplies, that I need. And explained to me, in plenty of detail, how to make this wreath.

You see, I'm in love with this color palette. It reminds me of "Winter White." And matches the decorations in our living room. The first "real room," when you enter the front doors. I really want this wreath. But I'm not too crafty. Actually, I was more crafty, when I was 6 years old! But I'm going to try. And well, if I doesn't turn out right, I might just pay my Bestie to make me 2! :)

One Day

One day, I'd LOVE a room, just like this. Full of beautiful windows. With lots of plants and trees, surrounding the outside. Something fresh, full of nature, and bright. A place to just relax in. A room that doesn't need a TV or radio. Just a place to explore with my Baby Girl.

And these colors. Oh, I LOVE these colors! I would have never thought, about mixing all these beautiful colors. But they look amazing together! I like how fun this room feels. I could just imagine spending afternoons in this room, reading. My Baby Girl napping. Or exploring and watching nature outside. I'm dreaming of a room just like this!

Cute Ladybugs

I could use some help. Last year, I seen these cute Halloween buckets. I always planned on going back to buy one. But with our accident, it just didn't happen. And I've regretted it!

This year, I went online, searching again. But I can't find them anywhere! I know that they were sold at Toys R Us. But they haven't been online this year. I also haven't been able to get to the store. Has anyone seen these cute buckets? Anywhere? I'd really appreciate the help. I actually want to use these ladybugs to decorate with. I've got some good plans.....

Could I Make This?

It looks like we're going to go home, sometime before New Year's! That makes me so excited! One, my daughter is getting stronger and healthier. Every day! Two, we get to go home. I haven't been home in nearly a year! The idea of going home, just gets me all excited!

I was thinking about all the things, that need to get done. All before we go home. I need to have our house cleaned. I also need to get a few pieces of furniture. And I'm sure, some medical equipment. I have this long list of things, that needs to get done. But all I can thing about, is this wreath!

Isn't it just so pretty? It's my favorite color, blue! It's simple. But fun. Oh, I want this wreath! Do you think I can make it? I'm not a "Crafty Bug," like my Bestie. But this doesn't look too tough to make.What do yo think? A wreath, some yarn, and a little fabric. Looks like felt? Cut into ovals or circles. I think I will be able to make this. :)

One of the main reasons, I want a pretty wreath is, in the South, everyone has wreaths! I've lived in the South for almost 14 years. There is something about all these little details. I'm learning them, as time goes by. Slowly. But I'm learning. If I get good at this, maybe I can figure out a wreath for every month. If not,I'll start buying wreaths, slowly. I could collect 12 in a few years. :)

Sweet November

I'd never seen this movie. But my Teddy Bear brought it with him, the other day. He thought I'd love it. And I did! I really enjoyed this movie. Even though, I cried like a baby, at the end. The end is super sad. But the movie, it's such a good movie.

If you're anything like me, you like to curl up with a good movie, on a weekend night. This is perfect! I'm kind of curious now. I wonder if there is a book. I think it would be so good! You know, the books are always so much better. But the movie really is amazing!

The Lion King

I was in elementary when the Lion King came out. I loved it! My Bestie and I, went out to watch it. It was a big deal to go to the movie theater. Especially together. It didn't happen often. But when it did, it was a big deal!

At the time, Disney was coming out with big movies every few months. And while my Bestie's favorite was Beauty and the Beast, mine was the Lion King. I liked all the animals, colors, and the music! The music was the best. I still enjoy listening to the soundtrack.

When I heard that Disney was re-releasing it, I was so excited! I've always wanted to share my favorite Disney movies, with my Baby Girl. I wish that we could go to the theaters to watch it. But the second best, we're going to buy this movie. And have lots of family movie nights.

Isn't that what having kids is all about? Sharing the things that you enjoy. Teaching them, loving them, and just enjoying the simple things in life. That's the way I feel. I want to share as many positive memories with my daughter as I can. Between, this picture of Simba, that face, reminds me of my Baby Girl.

Beatiful

The first time I seen Lisa Leonard's jewelry, I wanted every piece! It's beautiful. And unique. I just love the ideas behind the jewelry. The designs, the meanings, everything about her jewelry is just so beautiful.

This is my favorite necklace. The Brave Love Necklace. Isn't it just beautiful? This piece is on top of my list. I can't wait to buy it! And my list is so long. There are just so many beautiful pieces. But this is definitely my favorite! What's your favorite Lisa Leonard piece?

The Beach

I've always enjoyed the beach. Since I moved to the East Coast, I've gone to the beach. At least 3 times a year. Some trips were only for a day, maybe a weekend. But they were so fun. Usually my friends and I, just out to have some fun.

There's something about the beach. The sand in between your toes. The waves crashing. The salty air. I miss that. I miss seeing the sea. Endless blue water. The peacefulness in nature. I miss that.

After I met my ex-husband, we would go to the beach, every chance we got. It was no longer the beaches I had gotten used to. The local, tourist filled beaches. It was tropical paradises. Places I'd only dreamt of. Exotic places.Where the water is so clear and blue. Places were few people roamed.  But were filled with exotic nature.

I miss being in the sun. Having the sunshine on my skin. I miss the freedom that I would feel, sitting there in the middle of paradise. Sand and water. So pure. I miss it. I miss that part of nature.

The more time I spend inside, the more I realize it. The more I yearn to be in nature's beauty again. One day, I want to take my little girl, to those same beaches. I want her to be able to play in the sand. To splash in the water. Those are my dreams. To share these things, that I hold dear to my heart, with my little girl.

We Need New Shoes

I've been eyeing some shoes at Payless. We need some new shoes around here. OK, we don't need new shoes. But who doesn't want a new pair, or two. There is a pair, that I really like. Every morning, I pull up the website to just look. Oh, brother!

Don't you just like these moccasins. They remind me of growing up in the southwest. I bet they'd be comfy too. Don't you think?

And I couldn't look for shoes for me, without looking for some for my Baby Girl. Yes, I found so many pairs. But these are the cutest!

What do you think? The perfect little pair of pink shoes. Yes, these are definitely winners! I might have to add another 2 pair for my Baby Girl. She needs some cute shoes too!

We Want One

I seen this picture ages ago on Kandee's blog. Immediately, I knew I wanted one of these blankets for my little sweet pea. Immediately! They look so comfy, and beautiful. Now if I could just put in the order. My computer is being weird. It won't let me use PayPal. But I know that my little girl is going to love her new blankie so much!