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Fall Decor 2020
I like to share my seasonal decor even though it is not grandiose or very exciting. As far as decor goes, I really am more of a minimalist as clutter just annoys me. I did add a couple of things to my decor this year with the plaid carpet for the front porch door mat and the felt pumpkins in my tiered tray. Fall is one of my favorite seasons as the weather makes hiking and outdoor activities more fun and I love having breakfast or any other meals on my back porch. So without further ado, here is my fall decor. I bought the letter board a year ago…
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Charleston, SC: Trip Planning: How To Steps
I have talked more in depth about how to plan a trip on a budget and how to find lodging and food to fit your budget. I thought it would be nice to share the actual process with our upcoming trip to Charleston, SC. Here are my how to steps: Choose destination and length of trip Book lodging Brainstorm activities to do Scope out restaurants and food possibilities Pack! Since this would make for a lengthy post, I divided it in two parts. Today I am sharing the first 3 steps. Choose destination and length of trip The boys have a school break in October (4 days over a weekend)…
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Apple Picking and Inspired by Aquamarina Style
What a fun Saturday outing! It had been a several years since we had been apple picking and since the weather was perfectly overcast with a high of 72, I suggested going up to Ellijay, GA to go apple picking and have a picnic. We originally thought of visiting a new to us orchard (BJ Reece) however when we go there, we saw that it was incredibly crowded with their large parking lot full and traffic backing up some on the road. So we made the quick decision to go 3-4 miles down the road to R&A Orchard where we had been several times. Since I had planned to copy…
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Summer Dress over Leggings: Make your Clothes Work for You
Since my friend offered to take pictures for me in the Marietta square last week, I decided to share one last summer look which I think can work with many fall tunics that you feel are too short. This beautiful green dress has rarely seen the light of day because it is a little bit on the short side and with the off the shoulder sleeves not practical for many occasions. I bought this about 3 years ago at Target because I loved the color and embroidery. It has stayed in my closet for the same reason but I only probably wear it twice a year. I wore it for…
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Douceur de France: A Taste of France in Marietta, GA
To celebrate our September birthdays, my friend and I decided to have lunch at Douceur de France in Marietta, GA. There is a sister store in Roswell,GA which I have frequented more but this location is now closer to me. I have been several times for breakfast treats and lunch too and have some favorites. Some of the breakfast pastries compare to ones in France and others I pass on as not to be disappointed. My favorite is the pain aux raisins which is always nice and moist (it is a spiral flaky pastry with raisins) and compare to ones in France. As far as lunch, I chose my favorite,…
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Inspired by Last Seen Wearing: Shopping my closet
Any time I see someone wearing something cute there is that pull of “oh that is so cute, maybe I should get it”. There is also that smart voice in my head saying that I do not need anything else. I shopped well this year and am ready for fall and winter! As we enter fall and approach the end of the year, that means several things for us as far as where money will be spent: a couple of vacations, birthdays, anniversary and also Christmas. Do I need anything in my closet at this point? NO! So my goal is to find inspiration from others and also from myself…
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Happy Birthday to Me! Shopping other’s closets!
Happy 45th birthday to me! For my birthday this year, I decided to shop some fellow bloggers’ closets/shops for my last shopping hurrah and birthday presents to myself (this was in August). I decided to choose things a little outside of my comfort zone and fill in a couple empty spots in my closet. I first stopped by Michelle’s My Bijou Life’s etsy shop. I chose a purple and silver necklace large statement necklace. I also bought 3 tops from Andrea’s (of Living on Cloud Nine) Instagram closet sale. The tops were peplum style which I had never tried and the one featured today is a pretty Free People boho…
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Transitioning a Summer Dress for Fall: Thursday Moda with Ada
Thanks again to Ada for asking me to join her with her Thursday Moda Link up! Today we are sharing how we would transition a summer dress for fall! Being able to wear your clothes for more than one season of the year gives you more bang for your buck and gives you opportunities to be creative with your clothes . One simple way to do that is to change accessories and add layers. Today I am sharing two dresses and how I would wear them in the fall. Now we took these pictures on a nice humid and hot afternoon (it was in the 90s) so excuse my hair!…
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September Sunday Showcase: Shopping my Closet for Labor Day Outfits
Every year, on the first Monday of September we celebrate Labor Day. The day celebrates the social and economic achievements of American workers. As on other holidays celebrating our country, its history and its people I like to wear patriotic colors without being overly obvious about it. For this day, as I am attempting to refrain from shopping for the rest the year, I shopped my closet and came up with two outfits. I like to have different options, one a little dressier than the other. Don’t forget to stop by Ada’s blog to see more of her outfits. Shorts and Graphic Tee First of all, I had my first…
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August Favorite Outfits (Part 2)
Welcome back to Mireille’s August outfits! Today’s looks center around shorts and more dresses and skirts! Shorts Finding the perfect layering button up was easier than expected: a quick excursion to TJMaxx delivered! I love the material and the fit! Grocery shopping day: hands free backpack purse and simple outfit. Laid back look for a laid back Sunday afternoon: we flew our kites in our backyard and enjoyed our pergola. Poshmark fun find in the blouse: I tried to add some variety in my blouses and tops this year. Bringing fall a little with fallish colors and leopard! I probably will be wearing sandals for another month or so but…