
July 9, 2014
Snake Walk
A few weeks back Kaden was asking Patrick about rattlesnakes. Mainly, he wanted to know the probability of running into a rattlesnake at our house. For some reason it never occurred to me that this could be an issue. I mean, we're in the mountains, but not the mountains mountains. We're in the 'burbs for goodness sakes!
But somehow Patrick ended up advising me to really watch my step when I go on my walks at McIntosh Lake (my favorite spot to go on walks). About half of the trail is paved, but the other half is dirt and goes through what I have affectionately dubbed "Prairie Dog Manor".
So the next time I went on my walk, I was extremely careful and used great caution through the unpaved, tall wild grass portion of the trail. It should be noted that I HATE snakes. Loathe them. Deathly afraid. Gross. Patrick had a pet snake when we got together. Had. I would not sleep at his house with it and it sure as hell wasn't moving into mine.
So I get back to the civilized portion of the walk and I ease up. I start to enjoy the scenery of green grass and beautiful shimmer off of the lake. A woman jogs by with her dog and I smile at her. The next thing I know, she's on the grass.
She was an older woman, probably in her 50's. She was trying to scoot over on the sidewalk and fell off. I helped her up and made sure she was ok. She was, so I turned and started to walk forward again. Out of nowhere, right in front of the stroller darts a (what I deem to be) enormous garter snake.
I screamed. I jumped. I caused a scene. I almost ended up in the grass myself.
I hate snakes.
Black and White Striped Pencil Skirt-Target; Chambray Button Down-Lee; Beaded Belt-vintage; Sandals-Candie's; Earrings-DIY and gifted; Necklace-c/o oNecklace

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Your red jacket is awesome and the wide leg sailor pants....awesome-r! I love this look.
I love thrifting. About 80 to 85% of what I own was thrifted. My sis doesn't like thrifting for all the reasons you mentioned but me, I don't mind at all for all the good reasons you've also pointed out. Friends see my wardrobe and think that I have a lot of money to throw away on clothes. I know I don't.
The good thing about thrifting here is that the clothes come from different parts of the world, mostly Asian brands and most of the quality is great.
I love thrifting. About 80 to 85% of what I own was thrifted. My sis doesn't like thrifting for all the reasons you mentioned but me, I don't mind at all for all the good reasons you've also pointed out. Friends see my wardrobe and think that I have a lot of money to throw away on clothes. I know I don't.
The good thing about thrifting here is that the clothes come from different parts of the world, mostly Asian brands and most of the quality is great.
Love the mix of masculine military vest and very feminine pink skirt!
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Serious bragging rights you've got there, Frannie! State Senator! Wow! Kudos to Conner!
Now I've seen a lovely way to style my brown skirt. Cute look.
I wish I knew suggestions to give about Kaden. I'm sorry that I don't.
Now I've seen a lovely way to style my brown skirt. Cute look.
I wish I knew suggestions to give about Kaden. I'm sorry that I don't.
How badly do I want that sweater!! I love it.... I'm now following you by email.
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I've been wanting a white blazer for so long. Love yours. Cute look.
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I understand its good to be responsible about spending money, but when a Giorgio Armani item is that dirt cheap you'll be needing jail to keep me from getting them. Looooove your dress; all the pockets and buttons! it's so fab with the leo shoes.
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Wow, Robin! I love this look! Fab spiked cap! Cute sandals too.
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Love your relaxed look. Acceptance of people from a different culture, ethics, sexuality, color, e.t.c is something a lot of people (myself inclusive) need to learn. I think that it's an individual thing. And is a pointer to how open-minded and humane someone truly is. I think that at first there is the shock to overcome and then if someone is open-minded they become accepting of the other person.
I must confess I did wonder about some of your work outfits, but you're lucky τ̲̅☺ have such relaxed dress code at work. I like the occasional power suit myself but on the regular I don't. Cute monochrome look. Love your necklace.
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Cute skirt. Love the look, Frannie.
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