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Archives for May 2012

Happy Hump Day: Jeremy Renner

So. I saw The Avengers this past weekend (I know, last person on Earth), and I absolutely loved it (along with the rest of the world). Aside from ridiculously fun action scenes, the movie was a total eye candy dream, was it not? Something I was not expecting though was Jeremy Renner. I know it’s a terrible thing to say, it really is, but his face is not so much. HOWEVER, his body is ridiculous. AM I RIGHT, ladies?? I mean, I was totally feeling it. Especially in his male Katniss outfit (I know, Hawkeye and all that. I like my name for him better). Melificent approves.

Carry on.

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What I Wore: Tangerine Tango

It was only a matter of time before I succumbed to the pantone color of the year, tangerine tango. I had seen it on, well everything, and while attending the Fashion Bloggers Event at Neiman Marcus a few weeks back, I decided I had to make it mine. Specifically in pant form. So I scoured the web trying to find an affordable pair of orange pants/jeans, only to find them at Tobi (my new guilty pleasure) for 30% off. I naturally had to have them. And I’m so glad for the impulse buy! They are so vibrant and amazing. I’m warning you all, this will be my summer staple. Sorry if I bore you.

Funny story about my super pretty, light and breezy top pictured. That night, I decided it would be awesome to cook in said fantastic and pretty top. Unfortunately, the oil I was cooking with thought it was amazing as well because it splattered all over it! I had a minor panic attack (I mess up all my new clothes, always), but after a quick hand wash, I was able to save it! Rejoice! You may also see me in this top for the entirety of summer. Anything semi-sheer and lightweight will get a lot of airplay in our 100+ degree heat. Deal with it. 😉

Blouse; The Limited
Denim; Tobi
Wedges; Go Jane
Bracelets; assorted
Watch; Kenneth Cole
Earrings; vintage
Necklace; Macys

Also, let me just apologize for my face/hair/everything in these photos. I realized it is not the best idea to snap photos right at noon. The sun was burning into my retinas and I had decided it was a really great idea to attempt cutting my own bangs. Spoiler alert: it wasn’t.

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Magical Moments Monday

x. spending nights cuddled up with my pups
x. lots of extra time to blog!
x. dance parties of one
x. picking up the hubs after 5 days alone
x. Cards Against Humanity at a bar with friends
x. pretty Etsy gifts
x. finally seeing The Avengers!!!
x. discovering we have a Pinkberry – wha!
x. getting Bush Army goodies in the mail!
x. good times with good friends
x. Coppola wine on sale!

Lovable Friday!

1. Trina Turk for Banana Republic

I spotted this awesome collection thanks to the dear Rosy of Accidental Sexiness! It’s so beautiful, fun and summer! My favorites are the assymetrical bold print dress to the left & the white crisp blouse paired with the black and white pencil skirt. Can you say gorgeous?? It’s the perfect ensemble for those lazy summer days strolling on Lincoln Road. Summer dreamin’ for real.

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My War with Gluten

As most of you know, I was diagnosed as being gluten intolerant last January. It has been a very hard year trying to change my eating habits, and unfortunately, I feel like it is only getting worse. I would go on “wheat benders” as I refer to them as, where I would gorge on as many gluten-filled items as possible, only to feel horrible for weeks to come. This would prompt me to go very strict, only to find that a little gluten had slipped in unknowingly, making me ill again. The constant struggle and discomfort was just too much for me, so I decided to go both gluten and lactose free at the beginning of this month. In addition, I started a food diary to track my daily intake and how I felt afterwards. I hope this will help me see exactly what I can and cannot eat and prevent further poisoning.

Unfortunately, it’s been a bumpy road. I’ve noticed I can’t really eat out (which breaks my heart), and that dairy definitely effects me just as bad, if not worse, than gluten. Not a very easy reality to adjust to. If any of you readers have any advice to dish out, I am all ears. I miss living a life without any stomach pain.