
September 11, 2014
Mission #41, Day 4--Metallic Accessories
A more subtle way to sport metallics? In your accessories. Here I have silver oxfords and a silver bag. Nothing over the top. Just enough silver to add interest.
Something I've always ran into since I became a mom is the statement "You look too young to have kids!" Now, granted, I did have Kaden at 18 years old. So back then, maybe. Maybe it was justified. And, yes, I will probably be grateful for this comment when I am older.
And sometimes I think people mean for it to be a compliment. And maybe I'm a little defensive. But I have had people (usually older women) throw me shade like I'm some Jezebel or something. (I'm not.)
Recently, I was on a walk to pick my kids up from school with Reilly in his stroller. This older woman neighbor that I had run into a few weeks prior was outside watering her lawn or something. We exchanged niceties and then our conversation does this:
Her: "You know, not to be weird, but I am great with kids. I watch my grandkids all of the time. So if you ever need anyone to watch the baby, you can let me know."
Me: "Um, thank you. My mother in law comes over to watch him though."
Her: "Oh! You're married!"
Awkward pause
Her: "Do you have sunscreen on him?"
Me: "Actually his doctor told me that because babies' skin is so translucent, they shouldn't have sunscreen on until they're six months old. I even have organic sunscreen in this bag here, but she said just to keep him shaded. That's why I have this blanket on the stroller. It's strange, I never heard that with my other kids."
Her: "Other kids??? How may other kids do you have???"
Me: "He's my fourth."
Her: "You have four kids??? You look . . . wow! I would have never guessed! I thought you were 17!"
Ok, so . . . weird right? I mean she wasn't being rude or anything. But I'm not 17. By a long shot. And it's kind of not as cool to look young when looking young means you don't even look of legal consenting age. And even if I was 17, I probably wouldn't leave my baby with random neighbors. #justsayin
Navy Joggers-Wayf from Nordstrom; Floral Tank-gifted and thrifted; Black Crop Top-American Eagle; Silver Oxfords-thrifted; Earrings-gifted; Buckle Cuff-H&M

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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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