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Christmas Wish List

As I read through the various blogs that I follow, I found one that was particularly interesting and gave me an idea for a post of my own.  The Blended Blog is one that I read regularly and also enjoy linking up on their site.  This past Monday’s post was TBB Wish List written by the adorable Andrea Nine.
From what I’ve read, it seems that we all have a leopard print fixation this year.
I was motivated to include a few items from my own Pinterest Wish List and incorporate those items into the post today.
Sing along as you read the following “Christmas Wish List” post to the tune of a song made popular by Mariah Carey:

All I Want For Christmas is You

~
I don’t want a lot for Christmas
There is just one thing I need
I must have these Archway cookies
buy them for me this I plead
I don’t need to hang my stocking
There upon the fireplace
If you’ll give these glasses to me
I will put them on my face
I just want this for my own
More than you could ever know
Make my wish come true
What I want for Christmas
Is shoes
Oh, I won’t ask for much this Christmas
I won’t even wish for snow
And I’m just gonna keep on waiting
for a  jacket, this I know
I won’t make a list and send it
To the North Pole for Saint Nick
I won’t even stay awake to
Hear this little gold watch tick
‘Cause I just want all of this stuff
And I know that its enough
What more can I say?
it’s what I want Christmas day!
~
Yes that was goofy, but I had fun.
And I’m serious about the cookies.

Although it is Mariah Carey who made this song popular, I’ve included a clip from a favorite movie Love Actually featuring Olivia Olson.

Enjoy…

 

 

 

Thank you for taking time out of your day to stop by my blog.

Friday Favorites

Favorite # ONE

This morning as I sat in my car, waiting for the last possible minute to pass before I absolutely HAD to go into the office, I was flipping through my Facebook and saw

This Post by Vicki

 

‘Cause you know you’re still “a snack” made me LOL.

Pictured is Olive Hoover.

She is the main character in a film that I have chosen as

Favorite # TWO

Little Miss Sunshine

A 2006 comedy/drama which takes a family on a road trip like no other.  It is hilarious, disconcerting and strangely heartwarming.  Little Miss Sunshine features Abigail Breslin as Olive and also stars Greg Kinnear, Steve Carell, Toni Collette, Paul Dano, and Alan Arkin.  Olive’s pursuit of a beauty pageant crown is the engine that drives the dysfunctional family on a road trip across the country.

(This is possibly a PG-13 Trailer)

If you haven’t already, you MUST see it.

Favorite # THREE

From Amazon my

New Mules

by Kenneth Cole (REACTION).

One of the things I “Primed” this week.

They go with everything and I love them!

 

 

Favorite # FOUR

Personalization Mall

I’ve made several purchases from Personalization Mall over the years.  Most recently was the gift that I dubbed the “Controversial Mema’s Blessing” plaque.

It is actually named “Our Grandchildren Personalized Long Canvas Print” and you can see the options online here.

I had one of these customized as a gift for my Mama on Mother’s Day and listed all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren in the order that they became part of the family (which is mostly birth order with the exception of the two that married into the family).

Apparently a UPS person thought it would be a good idea to lean it up against the garage door.  When LB left home that afternoon, he got into his car, opened the garage door, and it fell.  At that point, he promptly drove over it.  When I came home that afternoon I drove passed it as I pulled into the garage.

There it lay embossed with fresh Ford tire tracks.

I had already contacted the company about the “damage” prior to learning about all the mistakes I had made when I personalized the canvas print.  They agreed to refund the cost of the frame.

Personalization Mall is a great company.

I’ve ordered a replacement and this time it will be correct.

Favorite # FIVE

One of the newest members of the family on that list and her

 Sweet Little Smile

She is three months old and beautiful!

Rory

Glammy loves You!

 

 

Thank you for taking time out of your day to stop by my blog.

 

Getting Out Early

It isn’t typical that I get out of the house before 5PM on Saturdays.

This past

Saturday

I had to keep an appointment with the eye doctor, so I was out and about by 1:30.  My prescription changed only slightly, so I decided to keep using my current glasses instead of putting money into the designer pair that caught my attention. Armani Exchange.  Rose Gold.  Pretty.

Luckily for me, the Holland Eye Care office is located in a Target, giving me an opportunity to SHOP.

Sadly, my eyes were dilated, so I wasn’t able to focus clearly on what I was seeing.  LB was kind enough to take pictures for me.

 

 

As many of you know, if I am shopping, I will scour the

Shoe Department

These black shoes are so cute and 30% off

but not to be found in my size.

The white shoes are not on sale.

and neither are they to be found in my size.

The flats didn’t interest me at all.

This particular pair is very trendy.

This pair is very comfortable…

but I just can’t.

 

 

After stumbling around in Target, LB and I headed to Kohl’s to return a couple of items that didn’t work out.

While there, we took a walk around the store to see what kind of Kohl’s deals are available

Chaps sports coat $48

Another Chaps sports coat

When it comes to shopping, LB and I are two peas in a pod.

Back to shoes

From cowboy boots to stilettos, 2018 shoe trends are wide-ranging.

If you are a shoe lover, this season will leave you with a diversity of styles to choose from.

I found several that I think I need.

Although 2018 shoe style are varied, mules are on trend.

Circus by Sam Edelman

Floral Mules by Apt 9 – not on sale – but my 20% coupon made it a sensible purchase.

Eventually my shoe collection is going to need a room of its own!

 

 

Thank you for taking time out of your day to stop by my blog.

Kim

XO

Shoe and Tell Tuesday

“…I’m definitely a shoe lover.  The right pair of shoes can change the feel of an outfit, and even change how a woman feels about herself.  A woman can wear confidence on her feet with a high stiletto, or slip into weekend comfort with a soft ballet flat.”

~Fergie

(source)

Her version of the National Anthem may not make much sense, but her relationship with shoes does.

Thank U GIF by Fergie

My relationship with shoes, however, is complex.

It is difficult for me to rid my closet of shoes that are no longer on trend.

Because of this affliction, I appear to be a hoarder. I’ve run out of roomI know… it’s horrible.

It is the one area of my life that appears to be completely out of control.

And why do I still have those COVINGTON SHOES?

 

Nevertheless I continue to shop for shoes.

Whether I have merely added to my cart for a short time or eventually purchase, I am currently coveting six pairs of shoes.

It all started with a search for dress heels to wear to the Alhambra last week.

This is the pair I chose, but have not yet purchased.

This is a classic dress shoe that will likely find it’s way into my overcrowded closet.

I can’t say the same for the others which are mostly just trendy.

For example, this shoe, although it is somewhat of a classic, appears to be a seasonal trend which began last fall.

 

Nine West Women's Byron Leather Mule

The mule trend began again last season with heeled mules, but is continuing into the spring with flat mules.

I came across this shoe while looking for a flat mule/slide that would work with several outfits.

Mavirs Women's Fashion Backless Flat Sandals Pointed Toe Slip On Dress Slide Mule Shoes

In contrast is the Blythh Mule that it adorably cute, but will work with only a few outfits.

Lucky Women's LK-Blythh Mule

 

The mule/slide trend travels with the white shoe trend.

Sam Edelman has given us a white slide with laces.

 

 

Sam Edelman Women's Tai Sandal

It is perfect for spring!

With Slides and Mules on trend for spring and summer 2018,  I can’t help but appreciate this particular pair.

The Fix Women's Brystal Frayed Cross Strap Slide Dress Sandal

 

I saw a similar pair while shopping for pants at loft.com

I WANT THEM ALL!

But alas, I have nowhere to store them.

 

Adding these to my overcrowded closet, would be a precarious mission…

if I chose to accept it.

Tom Cruise Wow GIF

I may regret it.

 

 

I agree with Fergie that the feel of an outfit can be completely altered simply by changing shoes and I’ll likely continue shoe shopping until I can shop no more!

 

 

Thank you for taking time out of your day to stop by my blog.

Kim

XO

Shoesday Tuesday

Far better than Taco Tuesday is Shoesday Tuesday!

Other than my activities and family, one of the subjects I blog about most is

SHOES

My first shoe post was published on May 11, 2017 and I began it with:

Give a girl the right shoes… and she can conquer the world. ~Marilyn Monroe

That may be a true statement.

Today I’m revisiting fall shoe trends because I want Wendy to have something that she can share with her mom.  And because I like shoes!  If you had any doubt, read on for clarification.

And if you are looking for shoes that are on trend this fall for a good price, you’ve come to the right post!

In yesterday’s post, I shared my most recent shoe purchase…

This cutie bootie came from Kohl’s.

 

Kohl’s always has good deals, especially if you are a cardholder.  Every other month or so I will find that I have a 30% off coupon in the mail from Kohl’s.  These booties were 20% off of  the $44 sale price.

And it gets better…

Last week my fabulous shoe find was from Amazon which is another place for great deals.

These are my new peep toe mules and they were only $17.99These mules have a chunky heel so they are perfect for someone like me who falls off of high heels.  They come in five colors which you can see if you click here.  Mine are blush, which is turning out to be a very popular color this fall.  Pantone has named this color Ballet Slipper and it listed as one of their top colors for fall 2017.

Another of Pantone’s top picks for fall 2017 is Grenadine.  Most people call it red.  This is my favorite red shoe and latest boot purchase, also from AmazonThese boots come in six other colors; At the time of purchase, the price was $27.

LOVE!

Another trend this fall is the over the knee boot.

I had to have them…

but only at a price that wouldn’t make me cry.

These were $29 when I purchased them on August 31st.  Some Amazon sellers prices seem to change often.  Right now the sale price is $37… still a good deal and available in four colors.

Now that I’m putting this in print, I’m beginning to think I have an obsession.  But at least I can say I’m always looking for a bargain.  That said, I have one more to share.

This peep toe bootie was a recent purchase from Amazon… seller ZOOSHOO

LB recently purchased a pair to replace some he wore out and he was very excited about their arrival.

The Nunn Bush Marvin St. Plain Toe Derby Shoe from shoes.com

I just didn’t want anyone to think I am the only shoe lunatic in this house.

 

Happy Shoesday Tuesday!

Monday Musings

Today is Monday… and I’m Musing.
Without fail my Mondays are continually filled with recollections of the previous weekend.  Partly because I like my weekends and partly because I dislike Monday.  A lot.

Today has been no exception.

Blogging is like journaling in a sense. Taking time to write about my life is something I do to evoke mindfulness and boost memory.  It also causes me to be cognizant of what a blessed life I have.

Today I am recollecting Friday night little pizzas and a movie Saturday morning coffee time with Elvis

and my Sunday afternoon outing (typically going shopping or out to dinner) with LB.

Those are the events that take place nearly every weekend.

In a previous post (Friday Favorites) I mentioned that I went to Kohl’s on Friday during lunch to try on jeans. Before I headed back to the office, I stopped by the shoe department. Sadly, I didn’t have time to try any of them on for size. When I mentioned how many cute shoes/booties I came across, LB suggested that we go back.

Am I Going to Say No to That?

shopping Sticker

Sunday afternoon we headed out…and back to Kohl’s. These are the “SONOMA Goods for Life™ Thelma Women’s Peep Toe Ankle Boots” in Olive.

And they came home with me!

In my recent Trunk Club experience, I mentioned that Ann-Claude has included a pair of booties

BP. $89.95

that were just about the same color, which I obviously like, however the price wasn’t right.  The BP. booties could have been mine for $89.98.

The Sonoma booties from Kohl’s were $44

…and I had a 20% off coupon.

 

 

 

Fall 2107 Shoe Trends

It is hard to believe our summer is nearing the end.

So I’ve decided to submit a shopping post about trends in shoes for fall 2017.

Fall is less than a month away and some of the trends are unusual.

Here are just of few of the

Fall Shoe Trend

categories that I have come across.

MOST of these items are UNDER $50.

Embellished

one // two // three // four // five

The addition of decorative details and features makes this EMBELLISHED footwear a bit more interesting.  Buckles, bows and embroidery can be seen in every fall fashion magazine and website.

Decorative heels (boot # three) are also a trend that fall under the “Embellished” category.

 

White

 

one // two // three // four // five

If you’re like me, you feel odd wearing white after Labor Day.  This fall WHITE is HOT, especially white boots.

Item # four features a white sole in addition to another 2017 trend displayed in the transparent lucite or “clear plastic” look.

 

Red

one // two // three // four // five

 The only color hotter than white this fall is RED.  Red is the IT color for fall 2017 and these red booties and shoes are perfect for being on-trend.  The kitten heel is making a comeback this year and has been seen on mules, ankle booties, and the cute little red slingback pictured above (item # four) .

 

Glitter & Shine

 one // two // three // four // five

Because everyone needs a little sparkle in their life.

 

Velvet

one // two // three // four // five

As far as I’m concerned, velvet has always been perfect for fall.  Here are some examples.

 

Urban Cowgirl

one // two // three // four // five

Booties for the new generation cowgirl.  Or the old one.  Either works fine.

 

Because it will likely be too hot here in Florida for boots until December or January, I haven’t shopped the boots that are trending for fall.  Those boots include slouchy and over the knee length boots.

That will be a shopping post for another day.  Looking forward to it!

 

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