easy, breezy, beautiful...

{Charm is deceptive, and beauty does not last; but a woman who fears the Lord will be greatly praised}
- Proverbs 31:30

This past weekend, I made a stop at the local walmart and picked up the new Covergirl smoky shadow blast in silver sky.  I was very eager to try this product becuase I can never get the coverage or color right by myself.  This product was very easy to use and it applied easily...the only drawback I had was the liner portion beacause I had to do several layers for it to show up.  Overall though, I rate this a 6-7 out of 10.   I think I might try the lighter shades next time..I believe this dark shade would look great with brunette hair!

IMG_5689
{I think I look a bit like a clown with the pink lipstick}
IMG_5690IMG_5691

watercolor vintage

IMG_5657

{For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say "No" to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, while we wait for the blessed hope--the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ}
-Titus 2:11-13

All week I've been in practice clothes gearing up for the first football game..cheering for the players that is!  When I finally had the chance to dress up a little, I was so glad.  The outcome of a little brainstorming was an outfit made of discount stores and hand-me-downs. I recently scored this $5.99 vest-top-amazing-ness at rugged warehouse and the shirt is from Goodwill. My sister's shorts {now mine} complete the outfit perfectly!   I love the mix of neutral colors with punches of mustard and purple.  I can see myself remixing this vest in the near future!

---------------------------------

Have you remixed any of your favorite pieces lately?
IMG_5661IMG_5663
IMG_5674IMG_5666
Shirt: The Limited
Vest: New York and Co.
Shorts: Sis's
Shoes: Nine West
Jewelry: Forever21
Belt: mom's

movin' time

{Therefore, just as sin came into the world through one man, and death through sin, and so death spread to all men because all sinned}  - Romans 5:12


I apologize for the lack of posts the past couple of days!  I had to go help my sister move into college for her sophomore year becuase without me..well, let's just say she couldn't get dressed decently! I had to help her pick out some outfits to take and choose which staples to throw in at the last second.  The one thing my sister doesn't need my help on is shoes! She is a shoe queen {for me, pocketbooks are my love} that cannot bear to leave one pair at home, so we had to pack all of them.  After the clothes were hung up one by one, my mom and I decorated the room to perfection!  Her colors of pink and brown were carried out through the whole room {including pens, staplers, q-tips...you name it, it was pink!}  She also chose a wood-sey pattern to help pull in her personal style and the other colors together.  Have a look at the photos below and see how we did!

SAM_0127
SAM_0137SAM_0143
SAM_0153

I wanted to also give a shoutout to lets talk trunk.  These ladies are adorable and their blog is very relatable with outfit, DIY, and fitness posts. Go check them out!

SAM_0147
{Final shot of us being goofy!}

how great is our God?

{He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together} - Colossians 1:17

Church today was really moving.  In sunday school, we discussed the importance of "teaming up" with one another..this meaning not to think soley about yourself as today's society suggests, but loving everyone and showing this love through actions. It was really moving how this message cordinated with the video we watched in the 11:00 service.  Louie Giglio was the speaker at a Chris Tomlin concert on his How Great is Our God tour.  He spoke about how the God of this great, big, huge universe created the stars and the earth, but he also created us and he wants to have an intimate relationship with each and every one of us.  The "star-breather" is also a "heart-maker."  It was really interesting how he connected science and the solar system with christ.  I really enjoyed his presentation.

IMG_5627IMG_5631IMG_5626
IMG_5653IMG_5616
Dress: Rampage
Shoes: Nine West
Ring&Bracelet: Khols

Louie's final remarks were the most impressive.  He talked about a cell adhesive molecule in the body called "Laminin."  Without this human "glue", we wouldn't be able to stay together! What was so amazing and moving about this simple cell was this....


...the way it looks!  He showed how Christ is in us through mind, body, and spirit.  This really impressed me and I loved this illustration because it really displayed how all things are through God.  I hope you were as impressed as I was!  If you would like to see the video of this click here.
(Here is a shortened version of just the "Laminin" part.)


down the drain

{He who has no rule over his own spirit is like a broken down city without a wall.}
 - Proverbs 25:28

...my money that is!  Today marks the beginning of tax free weekend and even though it's only friday, I have already spent my paycheck!  If you have read some of my posts, you may realize my love for sales/bargins.  I am the queen of cheapness and I love a great find!  

For the first time, I am typing on my OWN computer! How exciting is this?  More posts will be coming your way because of this great deal I scored today.  I am super excited and I will be uploading plenty of outfit posts soon enough,but until then here is a picture of Kim Kardashian's closet.  This would be amazing! 


 I would love your input on what kind of outfits or tutorials you would like to see.  Please feel free to email me!  Thanks.

a backroad or two..

          {I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.}
                                                                     - Psalm 16:8

IMG_5436

IMG_5431
IMG_5510
IMG_5514IMG_5512

This past weekend, I went to virginia and west virginia with my family.  The trip was so much fun because we had no plans or anywhere certain to be.  We drove until we found an interesting hole-in-the-wall of any kind, hopped out of the car and spent as much time as we wanted.  Since we road aound alot, I did happen to notice the backdrop of our vacay, which was beautiful mountain tops.

One of our many stops, was a flea market held in an old, abandoned parking deck.  The "vendors" were not only adults, but older couples and even children.  They sold items from the trunk of their car and hung clothing on the wire enclosing the deck.  I bought 4 great finds (2 dresses, 2 skirts) and I can't wait to show them to you!

We also went to many antique stores.  Most people would of passed right by these "junk-holes" as my sister said, but I somehow convinced my dad to let me dig through the piles of old dishes and jewelry. I always try to look as things in a different light as if they are a "diamond in the rough."  I loved the old patterns I found and pink telephone..it was adorable!  I bought a couple of scarfs to use as head wraps and an amazing seashell belt that I'll have to wear sometime soon! 

-----------------------------

What kind of great finds have you found this summer?

this and that

{Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.”} - Hebrews 13:5

Today, we are headed to west virginia in hopes of celebrating my dad's birthday and getting away from reality for a while.  We really don't have plans other than hopping from flea markets to festivals.  I am more than excited to get away and hopefully come across some unique finds. I won't be back for a couple days though so please bear with me and hopefully a post will be soon to come with photos from the trip!

I chose to wear this outfit because when traveling I like to be comfortable.  The lightweight, almost see-through shirt is wonderful on a hot, summer day like this and these shorts...ah..perfect!  The stretch and no wrinkle aspect is perfect for sleeping on the way to our destination.  What do you like to wear when traveling?

IMG_5392IMG_5394IMG_5396IMG_5399IMG_5402IMG_5403IMG_5413IMG_5426IMG_5393
IMG_5416
Top: Banana Republic Outlet
Shorts: Tommy Hilfiger via Goodwill
Shoes: American Eagle via TJ Maxx
Jewelry: Candies (Khols)