On a fun note, I'm contemplating a trip to the Lynchburg oulet with fellow JCA AnneG. Anyone been there? I hear there's an absolutely heavenly wall of shoes! I shall die...
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
I'm so ashamed, I drank the Crewlade!
I've been trying to be really good, honest I have! However, I broke down today and drank the Crewlade and placed an order, because I just couldn't resist the sale. The flesh is weak...So, what did I buy? The Colleen rose flats, herringbone bucket hat in black (I have this in the pale pink- love it!), studio wool twill trousers (this will be my third pair in as many colors) and the peekaboo sequin cardi. I used a Cmas gift card to offset the damage, so it was slightly easier to justify the purchase. The hat might be an iffy for me. Even though I have it in another color, black doesn't always look best on my head. I'm pale and I don't wish to look like I'm attending a funeral! My friend calls my pink one my "therapist hat". (Long story.)
Friday, December 18, 2009
OOTD- work luncheon
This set includes two of my most favorite purchases from the JCA exchange- the waterfall necklace and the navy cashmere bf cardi. Lovely ladies, Kate and Dara, shout outs to you both!
Today's outfit was worn to a team luncheon I attended. In addition to my fulltime work assignment, I have several part time assignments that are on an oncall/ as needed basis. For one of those assigments, we meet monthly for training. Today was training for the 1st half of the day and team luncheon at a delicioso! Italian restaurant.
This necklace just doesn't get out enough! I actually wore a tank in place of the tee, but same color.
Today's outfit was worn to a team luncheon I attended. In addition to my fulltime work assignment, I have several part time assignments that are on an oncall/ as needed basis. For one of those assigments, we meet monthly for training. Today was training for the 1st half of the day and team luncheon at a delicioso! Italian restaurant.
This necklace just doesn't get out enough! I actually wore a tank in place of the tee, but same color.
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Monday, December 14, 2009
Winter hair and skin? Be done with it!
So, it's worth repeating over and over- I.am.not.a.cold.weather.person. The dry winter air wreaks havoc on my fair skin. Dry skin? Check. Flaking skin? Check. Crazy, staticky hair that sticks straight up? Yep, check here too!
In my never ending quest to banish my winter skin and hair blues, I've stumbled on 3 magical, yes magical! products to help my cause. Before I go into detail, I'm a product junkie, hands down. (My name's Jbird and I'm an addict...) If there was a group for product junkies, I'd be a sponsor, member and leader. I've tried it all and I have the Sephora VIB card to show for it.
First up- "It's a 10" leave in conditioner for hair. Gone are my flyaways and static cling. On a 1 to 10 scale, "It's a 20!" Yep, it's pricey, but totally worth every cent. Trust me. Find it here.
Next up- two products for winter skin. Olay Quench Body Wash has officially taken the place of my soap (except for the delicate parts). Find it here. When I get out of the shower, my skin feels smooth and soft, unlike that tight feeling you get on your skin from soap.
And lastly, Olay Quench Body Lotion. Great for moisturizing, without feeling greasy (meaning you can get dressed right away!) Find it here. As a special bonus, there's just a hint of shimmer in the lotion.
I'm hooked on these products. I tried the Olay products after a BOGO coupon appeared in the Sunday paper a few weeks ago. Olay is running a deal to try the lotion for free- mail in rebate, of course. See here.
Maybe, just maybe, the winter will be slightly more bearable this year...
In my never ending quest to banish my winter skin and hair blues, I've stumbled on 3 magical, yes magical! products to help my cause. Before I go into detail, I'm a product junkie, hands down. (My name's Jbird and I'm an addict...) If there was a group for product junkies, I'd be a sponsor, member and leader. I've tried it all and I have the Sephora VIB card to show for it.
First up- "It's a 10" leave in conditioner for hair. Gone are my flyaways and static cling. On a 1 to 10 scale, "It's a 20!" Yep, it's pricey, but totally worth every cent. Trust me. Find it here.
Next up- two products for winter skin. Olay Quench Body Wash has officially taken the place of my soap (except for the delicate parts). Find it here. When I get out of the shower, my skin feels smooth and soft, unlike that tight feeling you get on your skin from soap.
And lastly, Olay Quench Body Lotion. Great for moisturizing, without feeling greasy (meaning you can get dressed right away!) Find it here. As a special bonus, there's just a hint of shimmer in the lotion.
I'm hooked on these products. I tried the Olay products after a BOGO coupon appeared in the Sunday paper a few weeks ago. Olay is running a deal to try the lotion for free- mail in rebate, of course. See here.
Maybe, just maybe, the winter will be slightly more bearable this year...
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Running errands in the rain...
I'm doing work errands in the rain today. We have a formal ceremony tonight that is work related, so I have to pick up the food and such.
I'm glad it isn't snowing, but we really don't need any more precipitation. The ground is so wet already.
My wellies are from JCrew- they are navy with Bassett Hounds printed on them. So cute and they keep my feet dry!
I'm glad it isn't snowing, but we really don't need any more precipitation. The ground is so wet already.
My wellies are from JCrew- they are navy with Bassett Hounds printed on them. So cute and they keep my feet dry!
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
OOTD and a dentist appointment
There's not much I like less than a dentist appointment (ok, well except for snow...). I'm back to my dentist today for my permanent crown. In all honesty, he's a pretty good dentist, as far as that goes. He's personable and as gentle as he can be under the circumstances.
So, I'm working 1/2 day today, dentist appt, then off to internship for 4 more hours of work. I'm tired and counting down the days until graduation. Come on May 25th!
So, I'm working 1/2 day today, dentist appt, then off to internship for 4 more hours of work. I'm tired and counting down the days until graduation. Come on May 25th!
Monday, December 7, 2009
Homemade banana bread...yum!
Although I'm not a cold weather girl, there's something about the fall/winter that makes me want to cook and bake. With all that baking, I have to be careful about how much I eat... after all, I want to be able to get into those skinny jeans!
So, I like to experiment with lower fat, lower sugar substitutes to keep my baked goods healthier. I've come up with a good, low fat/sugar banana bread. This recipe makes one loaf. Enjoy!
2 c flour
3/4 c Splenda sugar substitute
2 eggs
3 whole bananas, ripe! and mashed
1/2 c unsweetened applesauce
2 tbsp vegetable or canola oil
1/2 c walnuts, chopped
1 tsp baking soda
dash salt
Cream eggs, Splenda, applesauce and oil together. Sift dry ingredients together, add and blend to egg mixture. Add in bananas and walnuts to moistened mixture. Bake in loaf pan at 325 degrees for 1 hour, 15 minutes, or until toothpick comes out clean.
So, I like to experiment with lower fat, lower sugar substitutes to keep my baked goods healthier. I've come up with a good, low fat/sugar banana bread. This recipe makes one loaf. Enjoy!
2 c flour
3/4 c Splenda sugar substitute
2 eggs
3 whole bananas, ripe! and mashed
1/2 c unsweetened applesauce
2 tbsp vegetable or canola oil
1/2 c walnuts, chopped
1 tsp baking soda
dash salt
Cream eggs, Splenda, applesauce and oil together. Sift dry ingredients together, add and blend to egg mixture. Add in bananas and walnuts to moistened mixture. Bake in loaf pan at 325 degrees for 1 hour, 15 minutes, or until toothpick comes out clean.
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