tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2649444395594196792024-03-05T00:27:58.973-06:00Faith in FearLeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768688961751319094noreply@blogger.comBlogger50125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-264944439559419679.post-90602437078905807602013-09-11T16:05:00.000-05:002013-09-11T16:05:07.404-05:00Unintentionally MIA: A Catch Up<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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that’s me. Here’s the catch up: </div>
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Friday I drove straight from work to Little Rock, a nice 3
hour drive (2 hours is my usual max by myself…not a fan). By the time I
arrived, I was in no mood for pictures, and that morning I had thrown on a black
t-shirt, jeans, and leopard scarf. It was okay, but nothing special.</div>
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I soon realized that in my hurry to hit the road, I left all
my shirts at home. I mainly lounged around while Zach was doing rounds on
Saturday then we watched the Razorback game at the house, so I didn’t really need
to get dressed up. On Sunday I again waited while he did rounds, then we worked
on residency applications before I drove home. </div>
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Maybe it was because I went three days without caring much
about how I looked. Maybe it’s because I just needed a break from caring.
Either way, I just wasn’t feeling very into fashion on Monday or Tuesday. Plus,
I spent most of Monday and Tuesday pulling together a very short notice field
trip for one of my classes…</div>
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Between filling out P.O. orders, vouchers, rushing checks,
getting a bus, and sending out permission forms in a 24 hour window, I’ve felt
like I had a hummingbird for a heart. Doing things at the last minute is not my
style, but I wanted to make this opportunity happen for my students. </div>
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I arrived an hour early to school this morning to make sure
everything was ready for my substitute, etc. and realized 15 minutes before we
were supposed to leave that I forgot the check for our registration fees at my
house. I couldn’t use a personal check (not that I had one on me of course), so
I had to go get it. I made it back with 3 minutes to spare, but it wasn’t
exactly the smooth start I had hoped for today.</div>
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The upside to all of this--the clinic was fantastic. We
learned so much and I almost took more notes in one day than I took in graduate
school! I’ll try to get back to posting OOTD pictures soon!</div>
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Leshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768688961751319094noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-264944439559419679.post-14029775795990759962013-09-05T18:44:00.001-05:002013-09-05T18:44:30.727-05:00The Wardrobe Experiment: Day 32<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW9csjva1f46juY6VZiicsDJKrDK_V4bcPwxsl22jy8T3y-myXBWztRE-RKwUSWCDPBzHXHVqUppLidRJzxWBCBYDK8gAfIbfTLFip6Kz916lCcLRmCRs7nSzJqjN1gRtRQQEDg8JZEg4/s640/blogger-image--718722402.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW9csjva1f46juY6VZiicsDJKrDK_V4bcPwxsl22jy8T3y-myXBWztRE-RKwUSWCDPBzHXHVqUppLidRJzxWBCBYDK8gAfIbfTLFip6Kz916lCcLRmCRs7nSzJqjN1gRtRQQEDg8JZEg4/s640/blogger-image--718722402.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Today passed slowly. I'm still not feeling great, and I just wanted to stay in bed today. I'm hoping I will feel much better tomorrow so I can enjoy the little time I get with Zach. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPHYvpO8Mb7QBRbpuVnvNjVaFEIEYnFKacqzTO7OOUk_lrNiTNQypeCqaXm_7qCOBP_JjhOnoT_mvJw3wXLsewKPPPDoAjLfBSIByhU1WG7fxjzM7oFAELp_9Tt5olamNciW7Ew9V3tSo/s640/blogger-image-2078120435.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPHYvpO8Mb7QBRbpuVnvNjVaFEIEYnFKacqzTO7OOUk_lrNiTNQypeCqaXm_7qCOBP_JjhOnoT_mvJw3wXLsewKPPPDoAjLfBSIByhU1WG7fxjzM7oFAELp_9Tt5olamNciW7Ew9V3tSo/s640/blogger-image-2078120435.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzLgkdJFITpyya-GHJ4hZ0XZWRZTm3Ux8sBRiRwGP-VsHEP8K1az_8hqKOucXGzWbuSaNwYPjkgf4IAtK5f4lXafJUGoVN1AAn6auYBnDGCDIC_DjmpYlrO8-tSfhYcTM16cHoLILFDiE/s640/blogger-image--279932866.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzLgkdJFITpyya-GHJ4hZ0XZWRZTm3Ux8sBRiRwGP-VsHEP8K1az_8hqKOucXGzWbuSaNwYPjkgf4IAtK5f4lXafJUGoVN1AAn6auYBnDGCDIC_DjmpYlrO8-tSfhYcTM16cHoLILFDiE/s640/blogger-image--279932866.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><b>Why I kept it:</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Good colors and I like the stripes. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><b>Why I stopped wearing it:</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The dolman sleeve shape isn't extremely flattering. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><b>How I styled it:</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Earrings and a necklace. Quick and painless this morning. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><b>How I felt:</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Okay...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><b>The verdict:</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Keeping, but need to rework how I wear it. </div></div>Leshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768688961751319094noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-264944439559419679.post-63635998690828283132013-09-04T17:38:00.000-05:002013-09-04T17:38:17.725-05:00The Wardrobe Experiment: Day 31<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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This will be short and sweet because I'm feeling very under the weather today. My allergies have decided to go absolutely crazy over the past 24 hours, and I can't seem to get any relief. Teaching when you can't even think straight isn't the greatest. Today I just wanted to be comfortable, and I honestly wish I could have stayed in my pajamas.</div>
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<b>Why I kept it:</b></div>
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I got this top at JCP in March. It's a fun print and can be dressed up or down.</div>
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<b>Why I stopped wearing it:</b></div>
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Not really an issue here.</div>
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<b>How I styled it:</b></div>
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Minimally--jeans and a few accessories.</div>
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<b>How I felt:</b></div>
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Just okay...but a lot of that probably has to do with the fact that I am sick right now.</div>
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Keeping.</div>
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I hope everyone had a relaxing Labor Day weekend! I spent as much time with Zach as possible because he left for a month long rotation yesterday. He is still in Arkansas, although it's about 3 hours away from home, and he will work seven days a week. This month will be difficult, but I am also thankful that it is only 4 weeks when other medical students have to spend much longer away from home during fourth year.<br />
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Today I was inspired by the Trend Spin Linkup featuring lace. This skirt is the only all-lace item in my closet, so I accepted the challenge to finally wear this "someday" item. </div>
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<b>Why I stopped wearing it:</b><br />
I got this skirt 2-3 years ago from NY&Co. when I was having to dress up quite often for school and work. Now that I'm allowed to wear jeans everyday, I've avoided skirts and dresses Monday-Friday. I haven't worn this skirt in at least a year.<br />
<b>Why I kept it:</b><br />
I fell in love with with this skirt when I saw it, and it is truly the most comfortable skirt I've ever worn. Lace is currently a big trend, but I've always loved the feminine detail it adds. And why would you get rid of a classic yet unique black skirt that is truly comfortable? You wouldn't.<br />
<b>How I styled it:</b><br />
This striped top is from Loft, and it's the last of my summer purchases that I was "saving" for back to school. It's very soft and has an exposed zipper detail in the back. Even though it's still a bit too warm to need a jacket, I couldn't resist adding this faux leather quilted moto jacket that I found for $18 at F21 over the weekend. I am not exaggerating when I say that I've been looking for the right faux leather jacket for over a year. I've ordered and returned several, all costing somewhere between $30-50, but finding this gem made it worth the wait. I really like how this outfit mixed the softness of the lace and the hardness of the leather. For accessories, I chose my tassel necklace, gold spike bracelet, and black/gold pave earrings.<br />
<b>The verdict:</b><br />
Of course I'm keeping this skirt. Of all the "someday" items I've worn so far, this is probably the one I've been most excited about wearing again. Thank you to <a href="http://www.walkinginmemphisinhighheels.com/2013/09/trend-spin-linkup-week-14-lace-50-derng.html#more" target="_blank">Walking Memphis in High Heels</a>, <a href="http://www.thefashioncanvas.com/trend-spin-linkup-lace/" target="_blank">The Fashion Canvas</a>, and <a href="http://kacieskloset.blogspot.com/2013/09/trend-spin-linkup-lace.html" target="_blank">Kacie's Kloset</a> for hosting this lace inspired linkup! </div>
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Sunday has turned into my wear a dress that hasn't been worn in years day. I can get away with being a little more dressed up at church, plus I'm not stuck for too long if it ends up being uncomfortable. I didn't realize I had an Audrey Hepburn thing happening until I was already dressed, but that's not a bad thing in my book!</div>
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What woman gets rid of a LBD? I'm pretty sure I got this at JCP a few years ago, and I've probably only worn it once or twice since then (not at all during the last year).</div>
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I suppose I just don't live a lifestyle worthy of the LBD, or at least that's what I told myself. But one of the best parts of the wardrobe experiment has been wearing pieces I genuinely still like that I just didn't think I could or should wear without a special occasion.</div>
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I think this belt actually came with the dress, and I wore my favorite gold stud earrings and a couple of fun bracelets. My <span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.292969); -webkit-composition-fill-color: rgba(175, 192, 227, 0.230469); -webkit-composition-frame-color: rgba(77, 128, 180, 0.230469); ">spiked leather clutch was a find from @shopmasons yesterday for $35! It has a detachable strap, so it easily converts to hands-free. Loving it. </span></div>
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<b>How I felt:</b></div>
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A little dressier than usual, but surprisingly comfortable and confident.</div>
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The LBD lives on!</div>
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Woo Pig Sooie, y'all! It didn't feel like fall today, but between Razorback football on tv and the scent of my "sweater" candle from Bath and Body Works, it was pretty darn close for August. I cleaned the house while Zach mowed this morning and then I enjoyed some Labor Day sales at the mall. We topped it off by having dinner with Zach's parents, sister, and brother in law.</div>
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<b>Why I kept it:</b></div>
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This fun tshirt, featuring a lady hog with "Hey, call me" written underneath, was purchased last summer at Riffraff (I actually ordered it from Hungary and sent Zach to pick it up!). V-neck, soft, unique, and related to Arkansas. No further justification necessary. </div>
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<b>Why I stopped wearing it:</b></div>
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I never really stopped wearing it, but I hadn't worn it with anything except jeans.</div>
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<b>How I styled it:</b></div>
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I love this striped maxi skirt, but I never know what to wear with it. My <a href="http://www.mintsugarboutique.com/" target="_blank">tassel necklace</a>, spiked bracelet, and Razorback earrings finished off the look. </div>
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<b>How I felt:</b></div>
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Comfortable, funky, and team spirited. </div>
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Keeping. But I'd like to find more ways to wear this skirt...</div>
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The kids were definitely itching for the three day weekend and it was difficult to keep them on track today. It was also yearbook picture day, which is totally normal for adults. </div>
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<b>Why I kept it:</b></div>
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The color of this top is much richer in person and this fit is classic and simple. </div>
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<b>Why I stopped wearing it:</b></div>
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I've had it for a couple of years and I just stopped choosing it from my closet. </div>
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Simple jewelry for yearbook pictures :) </div>
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<b>How I felt:</b></div>
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I felt better in person than how this outfit photographed. That's real life. But I'm still happy overall. </div>
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<b>The verdict:</b></div>
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Keeping for now. </div>
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I never thought I'd make it to day 25, so day 26 is a big accomplishment. Like most days, I had no idea what I would wear today. Today's outfit is one that had never crossed my mind; I just put it on and walked out the door. Considering that, I'm pretty happy with it.</div>
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This top is (another) JCP clearance deal from July. The real "someday" item here is the jeans. I've had them since at least 2008, and knows when I last wore them--maybe 2010? But they are soft and lightweight, and I knew the moment I donated them that straight/skinny jeans would be out and flares would be in! Well that may not be exactly true, but I have seen several <a href="http://www.thesweetestthingblog.com/2013/08/fall-fever-with-oasap.html" target="_blank">bloggers </a>that I love breaking out their flare jeans recently, and I decided I would give it a try, too.</div>
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Pretty obvious answer here...when skinny jeans came out, I was a die hard bootcut lover. I thought skinny jeans were only worn by my emo students. And I thought they made my booty look too big. I just wasn't used to seeing my shape like that. Then I decided that skinny and straight jeans were the only thing I could wear. They suddenly felt so flattering! How does this happen? Anyway, once it did, these favorite jeans were folded up and never given a second thought...unless I was cleaning out my closet, then I remembered my love for them and saved them for "someday," when they would be accepted as cute again.</div>
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I was feeling very autumn inspired today. Earth tones and a scarf with gold accents were just what I needed. ps: I got this <a href="http://www.walmart.com/ip/Women-s-Stripe-Pastel-Lightweight-Scarf-Pink-Stripe/22904341" target="_blank">scarf </a><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.292969); -webkit-composition-fill-color: rgba(175, 192, 227, 0.230469); -webkit-composition-frame-color: rgba(77, 128, 180, 0.230469); ">for $3 (+ $0.97 shipping) at Wal-Mart. </span>(Lucky for you, it's now just $2 plus shipping.)</div>
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I was nervous about wearing these jeans, and Zach wasn't a fan. But I felt comfortable and loved the top/scarf. It was nice to change it up a bit, but I'll probably stick with straight and skinny jeans for a while longer.</div>
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I think I'll let these jeans stick around...everything comes back eventually!</div>
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Leshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768688961751319094noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-264944439559419679.post-64017322970966793932013-08-28T21:00:00.000-05:002013-08-28T21:01:03.220-05:00The Wardrobe Experiment: Day 25<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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It was a long Wednesday, ya'll. I gave our first test in every class today and that kept me busy reading the test out loud, grading bellwork and notes, and calculating and entering grades. Then we had professional learning community meetings after school. I'm not ashamed to say I had fast food for dinner, and my hot ham and cheese sandwich with a sweet tea was delicious.</div>
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<b>Why I kept it:</b></div>
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">I fell in love with this top the moment I saw it online at Loft a couple of months ago. Swiss dots on a classic white button up? Yes, please. </span></b></div>
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<b>Why I stopped wearing it:</b></div>
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This should actually be "why I never started wearing it." And I'm embarrassed to tell you the truth. Here it is...it needed to be ironed. I hate ironing. It feels good to get that off my chest.</div>
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<b>How I styled it:</b></div>
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This is the necklace that arrived broken in the mail that I wanted to wear on Saturday but couldn't. My handy hubby fixed it up for me and I was so excited to wear it for the first time! And I tucked in my shirt...apparently that is something I need to now accept as normal.</div>
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<b>How I felt:</b></div>
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So great! Classic and current at the same time. My students said, "You look cute <i>again</i> today!" </div>
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<b>The verdict:</b></div>
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I predict I will own this top (and love it) for the next decade. </div>
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ps: I never did iron it :)</div>
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Leshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768688961751319094noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-264944439559419679.post-66554767412141112392013-08-27T19:12:00.002-05:002013-09-02T16:02:02.611-05:00The Wardrobe Experiment: Day 24<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I'm not really a girly-girl when it comes to fashion. Oh, I have my girly tendencies in other areas (I'm famous in Zach's family for having once said "there's too much nature out here" at an outside get together), but clothes and worrying about how I look just don't make the cut. Sure I try to look nice for special occasions, but my theory was always if my picture won't be taken, any old outfit will do. And I use the word "outfit" very loosely. I always admired girls that look put together 24/7, but I wasn't one of them. And I didn't aspire to be.</div>
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I'm certainly not going to look fabulous everyday, but even just trying to look okay for 24 outfits in a row has started to change the way I feel about getting dressed everyday (knowing there will be photographic evidence is also motivating). I've noticed that I carry myself differently. I feel more confident. I'm not embarrassed if I run into someone I wasn't expecting to see.</div>
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I knew I had started to notice these changes, but today I found out that other people notice it, too. Today a group of students said, "You always look so cute. You don't swear sweats or anything!" Just seven days into the school year, and they've already noticed that I've put a little effort into how I look each day. It was a sweet compliment to hear, and one that will keep me motivated during this experiment.</div>
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<b>Why I kept it:</b></div>
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I just love stripes! This top is from Loft--it's super soft and has a zipper detail in the back. </div>
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<b>Why I stopped wearing it:</b></div>
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I think I got this top around April, and I wore it a few times before it got too hot for summer (it's a thicker fabric).</div>
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<b>How I styled it:</b></div>
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Previously I wore this top with black pants, but I felt like wearing it with these olive jeans today. Not long ago I would have never worn black/white with olive/brown, but I'm glad that's not a "rule" anymore. (ps: I plan to break more rules after Labor Day.) The necklace tied it all together for me.</div>
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<b>How I felt:</b></div>
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Like me! Definitely able to teach and move around while still feeling put together and comfortable.</div>
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<b>The verdict:</b></div>
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I don't think I'll ever get tired of stripes. It's staying. Possibly forever.</div>
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Happy Monday! Working as a teacher makes me very aware of each day of the week. Each day typically comes with its own vibe. Mondays mean we are jumping into another week, and hey, that's one day closer to Friday :) </div>
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<b>Why I kept it:</b></div>
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I really love this top. Animal prints are a favorite, and navy is a classic color. </div>
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<b>Why I stopped wearing it:</b></div>
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Maybe I loved it so much that I wore it one too many times and needed a break? I bought this a little over 2 years ago, but I don't remember wearing it in a while...6 months at least.</div>
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<b>How I styled it:</b></div>
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Gold pave earrings (my usual earring of choice), and tassel necklace from <a href="http://www.mintsugarboutique.com/" target="_blank">Mint Sugar Boutique</a>, and top tucked in (maybe wishing I hadn't?).</div>
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<b>How I felt:</b></div>
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">I needed some help this morning! My hair was in a bun, but I didn't like it. I tried on three outfits, blamed the bun, brushed out my hair, and hoped for the best. I settled on this outfit but wasn't crazy about how it came together. My husband voted for my white jeans, and I think he was right. I wished I had listened to him before even making it to the end of our street!</span></b></div>
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<b>The verdict:</b></div>
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Keeping, but I want to wear this top differently next time.</div>
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Leshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768688961751319094noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-264944439559419679.post-26540134622383234072013-08-25T22:01:00.000-05:002013-09-02T16:04:41.260-05:00The Wardrobe Experiment: Day 22<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-ouJBkme51eD3cO0GFsWgoJylB7AjC0UUIPBxDdG-vPcPConJfEB-Z3FV-ZZg6XcU3QFnmZuKFa8B4CFok5QcS2TrzpK0JsZcm2shguaD6KmraXZUotv4aVbOUPmRi996XVRdK5-FuQ8/s640/blogger-image-1661940995.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisG3L-ng8z8UXFN1Qc5EX44JHMVXMoV2EzcbWthu1NcWgUK90A7sjlzIoPleJcQFL_-8HggndpHxhlNU6B7PAT4B1wg3yLTXAo6LV_XV3AhwxdbtPpe2yyoQYd6yt7rQg5mHrH3bpEjUw/s640/blogger-image-637404597.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisG3L-ng8z8UXFN1Qc5EX44JHMVXMoV2EzcbWthu1NcWgUK90A7sjlzIoPleJcQFL_-8HggndpHxhlNU6B7PAT4B1wg3yLTXAo6LV_XV3AhwxdbtPpe2yyoQYd6yt7rQg5mHrH3bpEjUw/s640/blogger-image-637404597.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Sunday fun day! We went to church this morning, spent some time together this afternoon, then I created lesson plans while Zach played another nine holes of golf. I'm so happy that he's taking some time to enjoy fourth year. Hobbies like golf are a luxury that won't exist during residency.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGTnsYttKyMwx08IXGmE9k-ciSJNomuyL8BshD2JJw2yr395GhoJNRdq6nZ7H6m8bgmCvvwRx7uHu7qDi7eAoJxgXBmYKJ1lz4nq9Ahe74z_ZzWVnYDFul40JUoEgxURWSESiGunV8u2s/s1600/black+white+dress.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGTnsYttKyMwx08IXGmE9k-ciSJNomuyL8BshD2JJw2yr395GhoJNRdq6nZ7H6m8bgmCvvwRx7uHu7qDi7eAoJxgXBmYKJ1lz4nq9Ahe74z_ZzWVnYDFul40JUoEgxURWSESiGunV8u2s/s320/black+white+dress.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Throwback to Miss Arkansas 2007, which explains my stage hair and makeup, when I first wore this dress. We both look so young!</span></div><br />
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<b>Why I kept it:</b><br />
I like black and white, and I like polka dots. I've had this dress for 6 years, there is nothing wrong with it, so I kept it. And it hung in my closet, unworn for years, waiting for "someday."<br />
<b>Why I stopped wearing it:</b><br />
This dress is somewhere between casual and dressy. It's just dressy enough that people will ask "Why are you dressed up today?" I hate that.<br />
<b>How I styled it:</b><br />
Minimally. Bracelet and earrings. But I'm wondering how it would look worn as a skirt with a shirt over the top…maybe next time!<br />
<b>How I felt:</b><br />
Happy and comfortable!<br />
<b>The verdict:</b><br />
It can hang in my closet a while longer.<br />
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We've had a great Saturday! I've been pretending that I don't have lesson plans to create, and I really think I needed that today. We started off by meeting <a href="http://www.thesweetestthingblog.com/" target="_blank">Emily</a> from The Sweetest Thing blog and her husband, John, for brunch at a local place known for its great breakfast. My husband and John are both fourth year medical students, so we can all relate to the wild ride of medical school and now residency applications/matching. Emily and I are actually from the same small town and were a grade apart in school. We haven't seen each other in person in years, and I loved catching up with her today! </div>
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<b>Why I kept it:</b></div>
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This simple black top feels like your favorite old t-shirt. I got it a couple of years ago on clearance at The Limited, and I didn't see any harm in keeping such a classic piece, but it just hung in my closet after wearing it one or two times.</div>
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This is a very formfitting top, and I don't always feel like having my form fitted! I hope some of you can relate! </div>
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I went for this top to highlight a colorful necklace I just received in the mail. I got dressed, opened the package, and found the necklace broken in half. I wasn't very happy, but I didn't have time to change. I substituted my favorite statement necklace, bracelet, belt, top tucked in, done. </div>
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<b>How I felt:</b></div>
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Comfortable and happy to be getting use out of an unworn top (that is the point of the wardrobe experiment, after all!). </div>
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Later this afternoon we went to a get together for the med students and their families at a local doctor's house. We hung out around the pool in the heat, so I'm glad I changed into shorts.</div>
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<b>Why I kept it:</b></div>
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I kept this shirt because I like the color and because it's so darn comfortable. But the shorts are the real unworn item here. They haven't left my drawer in two years, but I kept them for their fun print.</div>
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<b>Why I stopped wearing it:</b></div>
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Shorts just aren't my thing.</div>
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I wore a light pink top with these shorts when I first bought them, so wearing them with a mint green top felt new. I added a trusty bubble necklace and headed off to the pool!</div>
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Happy to get some wear out of another unused item. And comfortable...I always need to feel comfortable...ya'll know this.</div>
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We made it to Friday!! Do you hear the angels singing?! There weren't any big hiccups this week, and I call that a win. I hope my students are enjoying getting to know me as much as I'm enjoying getting to know them. </div>
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<b>Why I kept it:</b></div>
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This is another top I hadn't worn before because I was "saving it" for school. I've had it about a month, and I got it on clearance at JCP. </div>
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n/a (I promise I don't have a closet full of clothes I've never worn! I just found a couple of great clearance sales this summer and have been waiting for a better occasion than buying groceries to wear them.)</div>
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<b>How I styled it:</b></div>
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Earrings (that you cant' see), my favorite bracelet (the only one I own that I will actually keep on all day), and tucked in (not how I thought I'd wear this top).</div>
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Great! A few students even commented that they liked my outfit (and different students wanted to know how it feels to have students that look older than me--I told them I was flattered and that they would all be receiving A's).</div>
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<b>The verdict:</b></div>
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Keeping! I think this top was worth $10 (maybe $8? It was a great deal for a 100% silk top).</div>
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I made it through another day and Friday is in sight! My students are blowing me away, and I'm excited to see all that they will accomplish this year. Such an awesome group of diverse learners!</div>
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<b>Why I kept it:</b></div>
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This coral tunic is from Impressions in Fayetteville, and this is the first time I've worn it. I got it at their summer clearance sale, and I think it will transition well into fall. I can't say no to this color. The pants...can I just say how excited I am about these pants?! The Limited's exact stretch skinny pants are my pants soulmate. I have them in black and they are perfection. I've been watching since Christmas for a khaki pair, and my wish was granted last week when I got these for half off. I hate not having a store in NWA, it's one of the main things I miss about Little Rock, but I knew I'd love the pants so much that I didn't mind paying shipping (something I avoid if at all possible).</div>
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<b>Why I stopped wearing it:</b></div>
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Fun necklace and earrings </div>
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Very good! Especially after I curled my hair, which I want to start doing more now that it's longer, if I can just find a way to make it last more than an hour...</div>
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<b>The verdict:</b></div>
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Keeping of course! I will probably keep these pants until the literally fall apart. </div>
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Today was exhausting and rewarding in my classroom. We did a fun team building/communication activity that the students really enjoyed. Teaching is the most tiring activity I've ever done in my life. There is the constant mental struggle of coming up with exciting activities, keeping the classroom running in an orderly fashion, and showing that you care about each student...doing all of that means you hardly ever get to sit down. When I say I'm exhausted, I truly mean I might fall over and not wake up until noon tomorrow (if that was an option).</div>
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<b>Why I kept it:</b></div>
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I got this top for my birthday in March, and wore it a few times this spring. I absolutely love this color and polka dots are just fun.</div>
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<b>Why I stopped wearing it:</b></div>
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A summer preference for sleeveless tops is my best guess.</div>
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<b>How I styled it:</b></div>
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I'm not sure there was any styling today. I did have on a necklace when the day started, but I took it off at school and then left it in my desk. </div>
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<b>How I felt:</b></div>
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I like the clothes, but something extra was missing.</div>
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<b>The verdict:</b></div>
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The top stays but I need a better way to style it.</div>
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And day two is in the books! I'm feeling it today. I'm just exhausted and want to go to bed. I actually had a completely different outfit on today and noticed some mystery stains while getting into my car, probably from making my lunch this morning. I ran in and quickly changed into this. Then I forgot to put my lunch in the fridge, and it wasn't any good come noon. So that was fun. </div>
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<b>Why I kept it:</b></div>
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I got this shirt last month and had been saving it for school. It's soft like an old t-shirt and the print is fun. </div>
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Long necklace and black cuff bracelet. </div>
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Comfortable and happy :)</div>
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<b>The verdict:</b></div>
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Keeping. </div>
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Leshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08768688961751319094noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-264944439559419679.post-80784391308522247832013-08-19T21:22:00.001-05:002013-08-20T12:44:56.443-05:00The Wardrobe Experiment: Day 16/First day of school!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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We survived the first day of school! Yippee! Today was very atypical (late start due to schedules being passed out, assembly 5th/6th periods), but I think it went as well as a first day can go. I have mostly juniors and seniors, with a few sophomores of course, and I love it. I must admit, though, that I already miss the daily hugs I received when I was at a middle school last semester! </div>
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<b>Why I kept it:</b></div>
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Both this top and capris are from NY&Co (and the necklace come to think of it), and I bought them over spring break. I love the color and the top is loose while still being figure flattering. </div>
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<b>Why I stopped wearing it:</b></div>
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We went to three parties today, with the last one being a gender reveal for my sister in law. I was on team boy, but it's a girl! </div>
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I like the color of this top, and the draped neckline (not seen with the scarf) is fun.</div>
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This shirt is a year or two old, and the neckline is just wide enough to be a little annoying. </div>
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Scarf, brown bracelet and earrings. </div>
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Just okay. </div>
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I may be done with this one. I also saw a tiny hole on the sleeve today that I could probably fix, but I'm not sure I even want to mess with it. </div>
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Here is a look around my classroom. It is 99% finished, but I am still waiting to get some things back from being laminated, picking up a border for the bulletin board this weekend, and the back wall will soon display student work.<br />
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View of the room from the back:</div>
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Taped off whiteboard idea found via <a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/266416134179794368/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>; Bulldog Bravos inspired by a "Bravo Board" found via <a href="http://totallyterrificintexas.blogspot.com/2012/03/bravo-board.html" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>:</div>
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Closeup of the Bravo Board--my students will be working in teams this year, and I will put tally marks by their team colors when I see excellent work. The winning team will get a weekly or biweekly reward and bragging rights.</div>
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Be...YOU! Bulletin board board found via <a href="http://entirelyelementary.blogspot.com/2012/08/beginning-of-year-theme-be-yourself.html" target="_blank">Pinterest</a> (still needs a border):</div>
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School annotation chart and a magnetic noise meter, made to use in conjunction with "The First 20 Days: Establishing Productive Group Work in the Classroom" by Nancy Frey and Douglas Fisher.<br />
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I sewed the curtains from Hobby Lobby fabric and hung the curtain rod in 3M hooks stuck to the wall. My father in law cut out the Arkansas shape and I painted the chevron/monogram. I'm so excited to have two windows lookout out to our butterfly garden! </div>
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Closer up view of the large sign I made and student work station. The quote on the sign will be a daily reminder to me and my students! "Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle." I was introduced to this quote during orientation week at the Clinton School of Public service in August 2011. I never forgot it. There is so much truth in those eleven words.</div>
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Here is my work area. It was very important to me that both my diplomas hang in my room. We say that we want every student to be college bound, but I look around and don't see teachers proudly displaying their own diplomas. If we worked in almost any other profession, you better believe those diplomas would hang in our office! This <a href="http://www.brighthubeducation.com/teaching-methods-tips/127682-encouraging-a-professional-image-as-a-teacher/" target="_blank">article</a> breaks it down: "Lawyers, doctors, accountants, and other professionals hang their licenses and credentials on their walls to inform their clients they are fully trained. Teachers should not be informing their public of anything less."</div>
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There are pictures of family on my bookshelf and several mementos from special memories. Having those helps when I'm having a bad day (as do the Andes mints hidden in the decorative box by my lamp).</div>
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So there it is! I really feels like mine now :)</div>
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Today was the last official work day before students arrive! Of course I will be working on lesson plans all weekend, but my room is ready for Monday. I needed to be very comfortable so I could clean my room, hang things, etc.</div>
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<b>Why I kept it:</b></div>
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I got this shirt and belt on clearance a few weeks ago. The shirt is so soft!</div>
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Not an issue here. </div>
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Just earrings and a knot on the belt. I didn't want a lot of accessories getting in my way today.</div>
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Put together yet perfectly comfortable. </div>
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Great top for days that I need to be as comfortable as possible! Keeper. </div>
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We had several professional meetings today, so I needed to reflect that with my dress. But my brain wasn't awake enough this morning to properly fix my hair or put together a professional-in-August outfit, and I was stuck in this all day. It's been a favorite outfit in the past, but it needs to be saved for cooler weather. In more exciting news for the day, the district wide afternoon meeting was excellent. Several talented students performed and there was a great speaker. I truly feel like I have joined a world class team of teachers. </div>
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This top and pants are from this past winter, and I like them both, especially for cooler weather. </div>
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Not really an issue other than for the weather. </div>
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Minimally. Just a necklace and earrings. I was in too big of a hurry for much else. </div>
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Too hot and boring. </div>
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Both will stay in my closet, but I'll definitely save them for cooler weather!</div>
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I got quite a bit done in my classroom today. I need another week to really feel prepared, but my students are arriving Monday, ready or not! </div>
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<b>Why I kept it:</b></div>
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I got this shirt in December, and it is one I really enjoy wearing. It's a great color with an interesting print. It's also long enough to wear untucked with leggings.</div>
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I haven't worn this in a few months because of the heat. I associated it with winter, probably because that's when I bought it, even though nothing about it makes it particularly suited for colder weather. </div>
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I rolled the sleeves and tucked it in to change it up from how I wore it in the winter. I wish I could have been more creative with my accessories, but nothing felt right except my simple monogram necklace and these earrings. </div>
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I still really enjoy wearing this top and got several compliments on it today--that always makes you feel good!</div>
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Staying.</div>
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It rained most of the day here, but I didn't really take that into account when getting ready this morning. I just felt like wearing these fun colors today! Is anyone craving sherbet yet? </div>
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<b>Why I kept it:</b></div>
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I actually picked up this blouse on clearance at <a href="http://impressionsnwa.com/" target="_blank">Impressions</a> over the weekend. I knew it was a piece I loved, which is very important if I'm going to add something to my closet during the experiment, and that I would be able to wear it into fall. The green skinnies were an Old Navy clearance find from January. I kept them because of their yummy color.</div>
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I have been wanting a long tassel necklace since last fall. The ones I saw in my price range (which is minimal for "play" jewelry) always had something I didn't like about them. But when I saw this beauty at <a href="http://mintsugarboutique.com/products/1964690-iced-tassel-necklace" target="_blank">Mint Sugar Boutique</a>, I knew it was the one. I love that you can tie it any way you want. </div>
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Loving all of these pieces! But the necklace may be my absolute favorite.</div>
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Teacher in-service continues this week, with returning faculty joining the newbies today! We are still getting great information, I just wish I had a month to process it all. </div>
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<b>Why </b><b>I kept it:</b></div>
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This dress is beyond comfortable. Hello, pockets! I think it's 4-5 years old, but I still love it. </div>
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<b>Why I stopped wearing it:</b></div>
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As I've said before, I don't wear dresses very often. But this one fits everything I want in a school-appropriate dress. </div>
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<b>How I styled it:</b></div>
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I couldn't wait to wear this cardigan! I got it this weekend at Impressions in Fayetteville. It was my first time to visit their store in person, after much online admiring, and I absolutely loved it! I wear a cardigan in the classroom almost everyday because I'm so cold natured, so this will get a lot of wear. I added my monogram necklace and tassel earrings from Mint Sugar Boutique. </div>
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<b>How I felt:</b></div>
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Perfect work outfit! </div>
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<b>The verdict:</b></div>
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The dress is a keeper. </div>
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