Happy Monday, lovelies!
I had the most unproductive weekend EVER, and I am not even the least bit upset. I did go for a run on Saturday, but for half the day, the hubs and I sat on the couch and rested. Which is a HUGE deal, because my husband hardly EVER takes a break from working to just do nothing. Ever. That man could work until the day he dies and he would be a happy camper (I guess it helps that he really likes what he does). I however, am more than happy to spend an afternoon napping on the couch, but I usually prefer the company of a cuddle-buddy…but when said cuddle-buddy can’t sit still when there is work he could be doing, I am normally resigned to napping by myself…blah.
But Saturday was a momentous occasion: my husband decided to not work and instead reclined on the couch to rest. I was shocked. My husband is a very hard worker, and the past few weeks have been terribly busy and stressful while he prepared or his PhD qualifying exam, research, and was preparing for a conference in Italy. Each weekend I kept insisting he take a break, just for an afternoon, to rest and recharge his batteries. I hate seeing my hubby stressed out and tired 🙁
So even though I had a large to-do list and was committed to checking off everything on that list, I knew I should instead enjoy this afternoon to spend time with my hubby, and enjoy relaxing with him. So we did, for the whole afternoon, we sat/napped on the couch. Did I get anything done on my to-do list? Not really. Was the weekend a waste? Definitely not. Laundry and dishes will always be there, but spontaneous afternoon naps with my favorite person in the entire world are few and far between. 🙂
Hopefully not too many of you were rolling your eyes at my sappy story, I just thought I’d share some musings I have had lately. Life is short, and you never know how short it is until it’s gone, so live a little, laugh a lot, and love even more. Those dishes aren’t nearly as important as my husband asking for some time with me, and those laundry piles waiting to be folded won’t go anywhere while I take a walk with him. My husband is a blessing that I have been given, and who know how long I will have him? Life is unpredictable, and we do not know how many of those moments we will get to enjoy, so I will take advantage of each one that comes along. Am I saying that as long as you spend every minute with the ones you love, it doesn’t matter that the kitchen looks like a nuclear bomb detonated? Definitely not. Keeping our apartment clean (or somewhat clean) is how I show love and appreciation for my husband. But I know the time that could be spent doing chores is best spent with my husband.
Ok, I am done now. If you stuck with me this far instead of scrolling all the way down, thanks for sticking with me! If you scrolled down without reading, I don’t blame you, I was pretty long-winded. 🙂
This is the outfit I wore to work on Thursday, and to church yesterday (minus the blazer). It’s perfect for hot, humid weather because the layers are light and breathable. If only my hair would cooperate with the humidity. 🙂
Tangerine and coral is such a daring, FUN color combination! The royal blue stripes and accessories helps to tie the outfit together, and still looks put together without the blazer. Let me just say that I am absolutely in love with the color of this skirt!! Tangerine has become one of my top favorite colors.
And this blazer?? It’s coral…and it has a striped lining. What could be better! I could wear this blazer every day and be quite happy. Don’t you think the hubs did a great job picking it out?? 😀
Have a wonderful Monday, lovelies, and I am going to go do the dishes now (by the time you read this, they will be done)! 😀
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Love this outfit and the fun color combo 🙂 my hubby can't sit still either, he needs to take some tips from yours and take a chill pill 🙂 so glad you had a relaxing weekend 🙂
Ginny
Love this outfit and the fun color combo 🙂 my hubby can't sit still either, he needs to take some tips from yours and take a chill pill 🙂 so glad you had a relaxing weekend 🙂
Ginny
Love this outfit and the fun color combo 🙂 my hubby can't sit still either, he needs to take some tips from yours and take a chill pill 🙂 so glad you had a relaxing weekend 🙂
Ginny
Cute combo ! I have been searching for this top at Forever 21 and cant find it at the store or on line. It sure is cute!! I am still interested in doing a closet make over for spring/summer and whatever else you had in mind. Keep me posted! Blessings! Susan
Cute combo ! I have been searching for this top at Forever 21 and cant find it at the store or on line. It sure is cute!! I am still interested in doing a closet make over for spring/summer and whatever else you had in mind. Keep me posted! Blessings! Susan
Cute combo ! I have been searching for this top at Forever 21 and cant find it at the store or on line. It sure is cute!! I am still interested in doing a closet make over for spring/summer and whatever else you had in mind. Keep me posted! Blessings! Susan
Wonderful outfit! I'd love for you to link up to My Style Monday. http://fashionsgreatesthits.blogspot.com/2013/05/my-style-monday_20.html
Wonderful outfit! I'd love for you to link up to My Style Monday. http://fashionsgreatesthits.blogspot.com/2013/05/my-style-monday_20.html
Wonderful outfit! I'd love for you to link up to My Style Monday. http://fashionsgreatesthits.blogspot.com/2013/05/my-style-monday_20.html
Such a cute look! Love that sleeveless blouse. My husband got his PhD long before I knew him but he tells me about how he spent countless hours working on it. I can only imagine! Now we have 2 kiddos and he teaches & has a business on the side so I understand the need to relax every now and then.
Amy
Fashion and Beauty Finds
Such a cute look! Love that sleeveless blouse. My husband got his PhD long before I knew him but he tells me about how he spent countless hours working on it. I can only imagine! Now we have 2 kiddos and he teaches & has a business on the side so I understand the need to relax every now and then.
Amy
Fashion and Beauty Finds
Such a cute look! Love that sleeveless blouse. My husband got his PhD long before I knew him but he tells me about how he spent countless hours working on it. I can only imagine! Now we have 2 kiddos and he teaches & has a business on the side so I understand the need to relax every now and then.
Amy
Fashion and Beauty Finds
I didn't even come close to finishing my to do list for the weekend! 🙂 I really like that you paired blue with that tangerine color – what do you think about teal as another option?
Jess – J's Style
I didn't even come close to finishing my to do list for the weekend! 🙂 I really like that you paired blue with that tangerine color – what do you think about teal as another option?
Jess – J's Style
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I think teal would be a great color to go with tangerine! Blues, oranges, and blue-greens are great complimentary colors. It's one of my favorite colors, and sadly, I have nothing in my closet that is teal. 🙁
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I think teal would be a great color to go with tangerine! Blues, oranges, and blue-greens are great complimentary colors. It's one of my favorite colors, and sadly, I have nothing in my closet that is teal. 🙁
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I think teal would be a great color to go with tangerine! Blues, oranges, and blue-greens are great complimentary colors. It's one of my favorite colors, and sadly, I have nothing in my closet that is teal. 🙁
Love it Whitney! Such great color combo. My favorite piece is your blazer 🙂
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Love it Whitney! Such great color combo. My favorite piece is your blazer 🙂
I'd love it if you can drop by mine and check out my latest post: http://www.fashchronicles.blogspot.com
Love it Whitney! Such great color combo. My favorite piece is your blazer 🙂
I'd love it if you can drop by mine and check out my latest post: http://www.fashchronicles.blogspot.com