Squirrels and Snowmen

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Today was interesting.  I was, as usual, running around like a banshee all day, so needless to say, when I stopped for my usual lunch break photo op at, what I have begun to affectionately call "the weirdest things that have ever happened to me in Boulder have happened in this park", I was on a low time limit.   

Of course, when you are on a low time limit, you often find some very interesting distractions.  For instance, someone had taken the liberty of festively decorating the park with this little snowman.  Isn't he cute?  I named him Sam.  Even more interesting, though, was my observation that this snowman was in between a set of tire tracks.  In the snow.  In the middle of the park.  And Sam survived.

Also, while I was taking my pictures, I noticed a man on a bike, parked next to my camera.  His name was Dwayne.  Apparently, Dwayne is a squirrel affectionado.  Dwayne like to take his time to let you know everything about squirrels and their habits.  He even (and I am not kidding you), whistled to the squirrel and it came over to him. 

Yesterday I promised you guys a great giveaway and here she is!  Recently, the very lovely Brenda from Monroe & Main sent me over these adorable boots.  Upon receiving their catalog, I could not get over their amazing boot collection!  She has been kind enough to offer you lucky readers a chance to win a pair as well! 

My honest review of these boots?  They are smooth as silk to the touch and I love the button detail and versatility on wear of the boot.  The buttons on top come undone and can change the boots to a different height.  I've told you before, though, that I have wide feet.  I think that these boots might have been intended for skinnier feet.  Mine were a bit scrunched.  Also, these boots are described as over the knee boots, but they only came up to my knee, which was kind of disappointing.  All in all though, a lovely flat, tall, rich-colored boot that I can see pairing with some great skinny jeans, with shorter skirts in the spring and even have a few maxi skirts in mind.

Wanna know something cool?  You could win a pair for yourselves!  See the details below to enter but hurry, because entries expire next Thursday, December 15th at midnight.

Here's how to play: 

1. Follow Frannie Pantz on Bloglovin'
2. Like Frannie Pantz on Facebook
3. Like Monroe and Main on Facebook
4. Leave a comment with your email address below and letting me know that you have done steps 1-3

Easy peasy!  I will pick a winner at random on December 16, 2011.  

*Sponsors reserves the right to substitute the giveaway product for an item of equal or greater value depending on sizing and inventory

*Disclosure: I received this item free of charge from Monroe and Main.  No monetary compensation was received or offered, nor was I under any obligation to write about this product.  All opinions expressed are my honest thoughts on this product.  I am not offering any sales or taking any orders for this itme.  I will not receive any compensation in connection with any sales of this item.    

In case you didn't believe me, here is the picture of the squirrel.  According to Dwayne, it's a girl. 

Leather Vest-vintage; Burgundy Top-Style & Co., thrifted; Leopard Sundress (worn as a skirt)-vintage; Suede Button Detailed OTK Boots-Monroe & Main; Sweater Tights-Kohl's; Necklace-Kohl's; Earrings-DIY and gifted; Ring-Encore; Elephant Cuff-vintage; Headband-Safeway

Guess What???

Do you all remember the $20 discount to eShakti's online store that I recently featured ( remember this dress?)?  Well the kind folks of eShakti have decided to extend your ability to take advantage of  the discount code ROBIN0811. So if you missed it the first time, here's your second chance!  This code is valid through December 31, 2011 so don't delay if you are interested.  Second chances don't always come around this easy!

Don't forget about the Extra 20% Off your Kohls.com Purchase.  All you have to do is enter Promo Code BIGGESTSALE at checkout.  The code is only valid from Friday, December 8 to Monday, December 11.