Photo Credit: Miranda Plaugher
Top: LC Lauren Conrad for Kohls
Skirt: Kate Spade Saturday
Shoes: LC Lauren Conrad
Necklace: J.Crew
Bracelet: Kate Spade
Rings: LC Lauren Conrad
Wow! It's Wednesday already. I can't believe how fast these weeks are flying by.
So a few weeks ago, I decided to take a mental break from work. Between teaching and running my business, I was working 65+ hours a week. Sure, the money was great, but I noticed that I was grumpy everyday and sleeping every weekend. I missed dinner most nights and missed precious time with my husband who was usually asleep by the time I got home. At first, I cut down my subbing days to 4 instead of 5, but have since cut it down even more to 3. Between the two jobs, I am now working almost normal hours and feel so much better. I have more energy, more time to spend with the hubs and feel happier overall. I now have more time to relax, read, and dedicate to my hobbies as well as pampering myself. What a difference a few hours makes! As I get older, I realize that what we do does not define who we are. It's so important to have time for yourself....more important than all the money in the world. I hope someone else can relate and get something out of this. :-)
Now to the outfit....another bright, cheery color for a happier, more sane Lizzie! I love any form of pink so this skirt was a great pick! I wanted to tone down this outfit a bit so the skirt could stand out on it's own. I paired it with a super cute black and white top with a peter pan collar and bows all over. Accessories were minimal: a black and white jeweled necklace, a gold bangle and dainty gold rings. I added a black structured bag and black bow wedges to tie into the outfit.
Hope you all are having a great week so far!
Wow! It's Wednesday already. I can't believe how fast these weeks are flying by.
So a few weeks ago, I decided to take a mental break from work. Between teaching and running my business, I was working 65+ hours a week. Sure, the money was great, but I noticed that I was grumpy everyday and sleeping every weekend. I missed dinner most nights and missed precious time with my husband who was usually asleep by the time I got home. At first, I cut down my subbing days to 4 instead of 5, but have since cut it down even more to 3. Between the two jobs, I am now working almost normal hours and feel so much better. I have more energy, more time to spend with the hubs and feel happier overall. I now have more time to relax, read, and dedicate to my hobbies as well as pampering myself. What a difference a few hours makes! As I get older, I realize that what we do does not define who we are. It's so important to have time for yourself....more important than all the money in the world. I hope someone else can relate and get something out of this. :-)
Now to the outfit....another bright, cheery color for a happier, more sane Lizzie! I love any form of pink so this skirt was a great pick! I wanted to tone down this outfit a bit so the skirt could stand out on it's own. I paired it with a super cute black and white top with a peter pan collar and bows all over. Accessories were minimal: a black and white jeweled necklace, a gold bangle and dainty gold rings. I added a black structured bag and black bow wedges to tie into the outfit.
Hope you all are having a great week so far!
Wow those balloons match PERFECTLY! its insane
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Thanks Sah! They totally do!
DeleteWow, you look amazing in Pink.
ReplyDeleteThe pattern on your top is super adorable!
And your bracelet looks like the Ring from Lord of the Rings, ha ha =)
Sophie.
Thanks Sophie :-) I know, the bows are great! Ha! It does look like LOR! "One to rule them all...."
DeleteAhhh...this is so cute, love it :))) You look marvellous. A break is always needed to recharge!! xx
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Kizzy girl! Oh yes. I am really loving the free time
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Thanks Patrice!
DeleteI recently had to cut down my work hours too, i know how that feels. Beautiful outfit
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Thanks Osy! Glad I am not the only one going through this. The extra money and hours are not worth the stress and sacrifice.
DeleteThis outfit is adorable. Love the hot pink skirt and bow blouse. The bow in your hair and the balloons are the perfect match. I am so glad I found your lovely blog and joined the link-up Lizzie. Love your colorful, bright, girly style. You got a new fan.
ReplyDeleteWelcome by my blog as well. Thanks, Ada. =)
Thank you so much for your beautiful words! That means so so much! Glad you like it :-) Going to check out your blog now
DeleteThis is such a cute outfit Liz. When I read the title of your post the 99 Red Balloons song popped into my head, LOL!
ReplyDeleteThanks Xan! Haha! That's totally what I got it from :-)
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