tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55685050995528512372024-03-14T09:32:50.601-07:00Wildflowers and WeedsMy name is Danica. I'm a sometime-student with a love of DIY projects, thrift store finds, and fashion with a vintage feel, trapped in a town that time forgot half a century ago.Danicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01072124483496067090noreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5568505099552851237.post-9719204454118308572012-06-11T23:39:00.001-07:002012-06-11T23:46:52.997-07:00Hiding in Hedgerows<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This hedge outside of our apartment gets me right in the feels every day. I brush my hands over the top and I am transported to rural England, a place I have never been but have longed for as far back as I can remember. There's something very "Secret Garden" about it. Something reminiscent of Watership Down. I met eyes with a cottontail and was tempted to ask him if Fiver was nearby, if Blackberry was doing well. <br />
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Instead, I'm trapped here in the Yoop, stealing moments of shade and yearning for the English Countryside, a better camera, and the ability to capture colors the way they really are. The sun is harsh on delicate things even in the shade.<br />
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If I can't share my reality, can it even be called real? I think I'd rather close my eyes and dream of England than contemplate philosophy at this hour. And wish that I could find a way to upload photos and edit them so that they aren't so washed out. Any advice? Anyone?<br />
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Sandals: (I give up. I just don't know.)</div>Danicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01072124483496067090noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5568505099552851237.post-63639380443574549462012-06-09T23:52:00.000-07:002012-06-09T23:52:20.382-07:00Heat Spell<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It appears that 90 degrees is my breaking point. 90 degrees is where my brain melts and all I want to do is lie on the ground and admit defeat. The thermometer crept above that 90 degree mark before I even made it out of bed today. I knew before I even opening my eyes that the entire day was going to be a constant battle against the heat.<br />
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So Alex and I went swimming. We went out for dinner. And when the time came to take pictures, I headed straight for the shade. Though the stand of trees in only a small belt next to the pond, once you enter the inside of their borders, you've entered a different world. Even here, I couldn't hide from the sun.<br />
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Nor could I wear the shoes I attempted to wear the rest of the day. I just received these hand-painted beauties in the mail, and put them on immediately. However, my previous blisters weren't approving of the choice. I had to show you anyway. I just love the little birds! <br />
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What I could do, though, was catch a glimpse of the house Alex and I are soon going to live in across the water. Yes! We bought a house! I'll be sharing more pictures and details soon. Even if no one is reading these words but me, one day I'll be able to look back on these days as a huge turning point in my life.<br />
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Homeowners... I can't imagine.<br />
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Outfit Details:</div>
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Blue Top: thirifted</div>
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Blue Skirt: Thrifted</div>
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Belt: Thrifted</div>
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Handpainted Wedges: eBay</div>
<br />Danicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01072124483496067090noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5568505099552851237.post-9242005611382499382012-06-08T17:08:00.000-07:002012-06-08T17:08:27.362-07:00Adventures in Wonderland<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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"'I wonder if I've been changed in the night? Let me think: was I the
same when I got up this morning? I almost think I can remember feeling a
little different. But if I'm not the same, the next question is 'Who in
the world am I?' Ah, that's the great puzzle!'" - Alice, <i>Alice's Adventures in Wonderland</i><br />
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After the storm today everything raced out for a bit of the sun before it left us for the day. I took pictures amongst a number of rabbits, painted turtles, and a curious deer. Perhaps it had something to do with the way the world is always new after the rain, but my pictures today all felt a bit out of Carroll's Wonderland. I don't mind. I've been there a time or two, myself.<br />
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I couldn't help but be drawn to the pines today. They're some of my favorite trees. The scent of them, with the added ghost of the rain we had drew me right to them. Maybe, too, the forest tones of my new dress and my new Seychelles sent me that way. Whatever the reason, it was a magical place to stop, if only for a few minutes.<br />
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Forest Green Dress: eBay</div>
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Two Birds Necklace: Frockstock</div>
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Seychelles Flats: eBay</div>
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Head Scarf: Vintage</div>Danicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01072124483496067090noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5568505099552851237.post-62498298431263183042012-06-07T22:21:00.001-07:002012-06-07T22:22:57.162-07:00Summer Comes in Golden Rays<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Apparently, when life turns hectic, my blog is the first thing to go. School and roadtrips and general business, and then the lack of desire to do <i>anything</i> but lie in bed and read took over my life for awhile. Not to mention that Alex and I are buying a house, and the Memorial Day Weekend rafting trip I was in charge of. Anyway, I'll try not to let that happen again. I'm happiest when I'm blogging, it seems.<br />
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The weather here has been beautiful, but too warm for my tastes. I want to be creative, but how do you dress creatively when a mini-dress is too warm to wear? I'll have to figure out this summer thing if I don't want my posts to be stale.<br />
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In the meantime, I can show off my new ASOS dress that's really only appropriate for summertime wear. I've never worn anything so short. But part of being creative is being adventurous, right? So here's a call to adventure.<br />
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Dress: ASOS (<a href="http://us.asos.com/River-Island-Stripe-Skater-Dress-With-Belt/xcywq/?iid=1944834&SearchQuery=skater%20dress&sh=0&pge=5&pgesize=20&sort=3&clr=Cream&mporgp=L1JpdmVyLUlzbGFuZC9SaXZlci1Jc2xhbmQtU3RyaXBlLVNrYXRlci1EcmVzcy1XaXRoLUJlbHQvUHJvZC8.">similar</a>)</div>
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Sunglasses: Claire's</div>
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Bird Necklace: Frockstock</div>
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Belt: Vintage</div>
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Sandals: No idea, actually.</div>Danicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01072124483496067090noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5568505099552851237.post-13432235354078057322012-03-25T22:33:00.000-07:002012-03-25T22:34:17.982-07:00The Darkening Sky<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I had one more post about winter in me, and then-! Summer comes! Over a foot of snow on the ground, and the temperature hits almost 80 degrees.<br />
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We had some incredible record breaking days in Upper Michigan, and it's still far warmer than it has any right to be. The this is, where I live, spring doesn't come until May. At least.<br />
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I don't know what this weather means (except probably that global warming is something no one should be arguing about) but I do know that rain has been on the air for over a week. And yet, it still won't rain. With buds coming up all over the place, we need it. People have been praying for it. And the sky keeps taking on the color that means rain is immanent, and yet, it doesn't come.<br />
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With water on the mind, I threw this outfit together. I might have been looking for an excuse to show you these shoes that I found hiding in a thrift store. I think they're awesome. Especially with this skirt that I found, the same day, at a different store! They might have been destined to come home with me. I'd like to think so. It's the little things.<br />
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A lesser-known fact about me is that I follow a Pagan faith. It's not something I usually advertise, but there are a few times a year where I get to relish in my Pagandom. The equinoxes are some of those times.<br />
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Everything around me is waking up and coming back to life. The completely random 80 degree weather is helping with that, I have no doubt. It felt so good to drag Alex to the hardware store and buy all the things I needed to create a garden on our balcony. He may not be thrilled now, but just wait until I bring him a cup of tea that's home-grown!<br />
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The other wonderful thing about today was the fulfilling of a long standing tradition. As far back as I can remember, I have been making boats out of tree bark and odds and ends. I always get so excited, wondering what adventures they'll have without me when I set them free. Did you do anything like that as a child? I simply can never stop. <br />
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Pentagram Necklace: A treasure from a craft show</div>
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Spring Green Dress: Ruche</div>
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I meant to post these pictures months and months ago, but as the days after my employment ended continued, I found myself with increasing apathy about the whole thing. I have now put to rest any and all hard feelings I might have had about my former place of employment, and must admit that although there were some pretty terrible things about my job, there were some pretty decent things too. If nothing else, I was able to wear whatever I desired to work. Not the first time I'd encountered such freedom at a job site, but it's always appreciated. So, here it is: the laying to rest of my days as a working girl at a minimum wage, part time, soul killing job. Or at least, I hope.<br />
<br />I took pictures around various parts of the shop (read: closet) so that I might remember bits of what was my daily life. Without, I suppose, giving away anything I don't think I'm supposed to. There wasn't much to the place, but I won't forget the multitude of bright colors, needles, inks, and packaging, and the once upon a time when a dozen roses graced my sales counter. <br />
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Necklace: Thrifted </div>
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Striped Orange Top: Thrifted</div>
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Denim Skirt: Vintage</div>
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Ivory Tights: Target?</div>
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Tights: Target</div>Danicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01072124483496067090noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5568505099552851237.post-12735068843601151522012-03-06T19:44:00.001-08:002012-03-06T19:45:57.166-08:00Doves Call in the Coming of Spring<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Outside today, Spring sent me a letter proclaiming its imminent arrival. The calling of the doves told me that Spring has left its winter home, and will come home within a few short weeks. I welcomed the news, and listened to the music of dripping ice while I danced around in the sunlight.<br />
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Don't get me wrong. It was still quite a chilly day. 40 degrees isn't quite warm enough for t-shirts without jackets. And of course I still can't take off my tights. But does that really matter, when the birds outside are telling me that winter won't last forever? I can't help but smile, even if we'll keep getting snow here until May.<br />
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Of course, the weather couldn't cooperate fully. The wind just had to blow and blow until my hair was an unmanageable mess! <br />
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In other news, Alex and I had some wonderful visitors for spring break. Alex's younger sister and her friend drove hours and hours to spend a few precious days with us. Hilarity, thrift shopping, and many, many games of Mario Party ensued. Not to mention, the wonderful friend helped me dye my hair! It's a bit darker than we intended, but I don't dislike it by any means. It does, however, remind me that it's time for a haircut. I'm looking like a Shetland pony! It was a wonderful weekend, if you can't tell. A much needed reminder of the place I used to call "home." Now I get a couple days of spring break myself, and I could really use the break from school.<br />
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Tiny Turquoise and Silver Necklace: Vintage (my Grama's) </div>
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Floral Dress: Maurices</div>
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Green Rayon T-Shirt: Thrifted</div>
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Tights: Target</div>
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Boots: Vintage </div>Danicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01072124483496067090noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5568505099552851237.post-83250633752666658912012-03-02T23:26:00.002-08:002012-03-02T23:27:05.706-08:00When I Said, "A Foot of Snow..."<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I actually meant a foot of snow. And then it snowed some more. And in these pictures, it's still snowing. Lucky me! Oh well. As long as this is winter's last blast and soon I'll have flowers on my hands, I'm okay with this. I mean, if I have to be. At least I know that this year's flowers are sleeping beneath a beautiful, warm blanket until spring. <br />
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Today's shots made me shake my head. I was outside for at least half an hour, and took shots with this lovely coat, and then, because I liked what was underneath it, took a number of shots with it off as well. I thought I had uploaded everything to my computer, so deleted them off the camera, and alas! When I went to crop and edit, I discovered that half the files were corrupt. <br />
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Ah well. This is my life.<br />
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I picked this coat up at a thrift store in town, and I have to say, I love the wartime feel to it. Wearing it makes me want to pin my hair up, draw lines on the back of my legs instead of wearing tights, and pray for the boys to come home. If only it had pockets! Because of this little detail, I'll be selling it when my shop opens up. I just don't function well without pockets.<br />
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Especially when I'm silly enough to go outside without gloves. Oh self. Will you never learn?<br />
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Navy Inspired Coat: Vintage</div>
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Mustard Sweater: Target</div>
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Heather Skirt: Vintage</div>
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Tights: Christmas Gift</div>
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Shoes: Target</div>Danicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01072124483496067090noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5568505099552851237.post-34988663569364688442012-03-02T01:53:00.001-08:002012-03-02T01:53:50.363-08:00Eleven Things<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I've been a little behind on outfit shots lately because of uncooperative weather. First, I actually had too much sun, and my pictures didn't turn out. Too much sun is almost a funny joke at the beginning of February, but it's a little more serious when you consider that I just wanted to show off a delicate vintage knit in an unfortunately cream color. The sun washed the knit right out of my pictures, and only a couple were even okay. It also showed me that I'm starting to look like a shetland pony. Wow. Haircut time. The next day I had time I was stuck in the middle of a blizzard, and we got a foot of snow. An actual foot. I'll try to take pictures tomorrow.<br />
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Instead I thought I'd take a hint out of <a href="http://orchidgrey.blogspot.com/">Julie's</a> book (from Orchid Gray - if you haven't checked it out, you definitely should!) and do the 11 things challenge that seems to be going around. She inadvertently tagged me to do so, so here it is.<br />
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Here are the rules..<br />
1. Post these rules.<br />
2. Post a photo of yourself and 11 random things.<br />
3. Answer the questions set for you in the original post.<br />
4. Create 11 new questions and tag people to answer them.<br />
5. Go to their blog/twitter and tell them you’ve tagged them<br />
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1. <b>I am terribly claustrophobic.</b> This is a new development, and I absolutely hate it. As a child playing hide and seek, I used to hide in the tiniest imaginable places. It seems like as soon as I got over my childhood fears and troubles, new adult ones popped up. Including a crippling fear of being in too-small spaces. The problem with this is that I don't actually have to be in a small space to trigger a panic attack, I just have to be thinking about one. Which leads me to #2.<br />
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2. <b>I have a very intense imagination.</b> Not only can I actually get lost in daydreams without realizing reality is behind me, I have intense dreams almost every night, and have since I was little. Unlike most people, I usually remember a lot of what I dreamed about. This has had both good an bad effects on my life. On one hand I've had marvelous adventures, on the other I used to have crippling nightmares for weeks on end. My imagination is so strong that somewhere around 6th grade I used to dream about normal days, and for nearly a month, I couldn't tell if I was dreaming or awake. I don't think I actually turned a single homework assignment in that month, because I kept dreaming I did my homework. It was a particularly confusing time as a child.<br />
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3. <b>I don't have a driver's license.</b> Fun fact, I know. But I've never had one. It's a really long story, but let it suffice to say that I never <i>really</i> needed one. And the circumstances have never been right for me to get one. Now that I'm 23 I don't really have an excuse anymore though, so it's on the summer's to-do list!<br />
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4. <b>I grew up thinking I had no parents.</b> It's really sad, but true. My brothers convinced me at a very early age that I was adopted and that the only reason my mother hadn't told me was because she didn't like to talk about it. And as a child it made sense. I didn't look like any of my family members. I was very fair; pale, blonde and blue-eyed, and my family all had darker coloring. I was also tiny compared to them, like none of them in personality or temperament... When my childhood was unhappy, I used to pretend my real parents were going to come for me. I was ten years old before I breached the subject with my mother, and then my brothers were very grounded.<br />
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5. <b>I used to get grounded from reading.</b> Also sad but true. People tell me I always had my nose in a book when I was younger, even if I disagree (I was just as likely to be climbing trees, I swear!). It's true that I read A LOT, so much so that instead of grounding me from traditional things like the television, my mother would take all of my books away. Teachers too, used to ban me from reading anything but class related materials in their classes. I just couldn't stop. I used to hide whatever I was reading in my textbooks. Sometimes my grades were terrible because of this, and sometimes I had the craziest random knowledge because of it. I was a black hole. I would read absolutely anything. And I devoured it all.<br />
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6. <b>I'm not a big fan of sweet things.</b> I think everyone around me must have a sweet tooth sometimes, and I don't get what all the fuss is about. I'm not saying I don't want a piece of pumpkin pie every year at Thanksgiving. Sometimes I crave chocolate, or ice cream, or all those other things. But I detest cake, I don't really like cookies, and I prefer hard candies to chocolates. Better yet, give me fruit or something salty. I can never get enough salt in my diet. I attribute this distaste to two older brothers. You see, being the youngest, I never got snacks when they were in the house. My two always-hungry brothers always got there first. So maybe I just turned off my love for these things, to make things easier for myself. I don't know. But I'll reach for chips and queso before I reach for a donut. Any day. Ever.<br />
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7. <b>I always cry at weddings. </b>Even if I don't know the person. Isn't that silly? I never even used to be romantic, and then one day at a wedding of a family friend I barely knew, the tears came pouring. I guess the idea of eternal love was just something so foreign and beautiful to me that I didn't know what to do with it. Eventually my romance came out of the closet and now I can't get enough. But the practical kind, you see. And then there's always weddings.<br />
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8. <b>I think school is probably the hardest thing in the world for me.</b> Don't get me wrong. I love school. I love being there. I adore learning. I even get excited about homework at the beginning of a semester. But life is determined to make it impossible for me to graduate. I've had everything get in the way during a semester: serious illness more than once, poor academic priorities, depression, a job that made it impossible to do homework, family troubles, roommate troubles... I've never had a semester that didn't fall apart by the end. This has left me farther behind than ever in finishing my undergrad.<br />
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9. <b>I am an avid gamer.</b> I have played almost every Final Fantasy game known to man. And almost all of the Halo games, and the Legend of Zelda, the Elder Scrolls games... Some of my earliest memories are of playing the Atari and watching first my father then my brother play Megaman. These days I play entirely too much League of Legends, which is probably the most addicting substance in the world. I'm telling you, crystal meth probably has nothing on this game. If you don't understand a thing I just said, it's probably for the best. But I have a great appreciation for quality graphics, music, storyline, and especially characters. It's probably from my love of reading. But I really love board games too! Bring on the Cranium nights and Pictionary tournaments. And if any of you play Words with Friends, please please let me know!<br />
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10. <b>Working in a library changed my life.</b> I've already told you how I love books of every kind, but that had nothing to do with my library experience. What changed my life was the people. I'd never had a job where my main responsibility was to <i>help people</i>. I don't mean in a retail way, which was something I was already very familiar with. I mean, getting my hands dirty and showing someone how to do something. How to find a book without knowing the title. How to set up an email account to email your grandson when you'd never turned a computer on before. How to make butterflies out of cardboard tubes at storytime. I loved my job. Every single day had its joys. Not that there weren't challenges. But it changed me enough that I want to spend the rest of my life in one. <br />
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11. <b>I'm obsessed with travel.</b> Ever since I got into college (my first big life-goal), all I've really wanted was to study abroad. I have to go to Ireland, because my family hails from there. This is humorous because I knew I had to go there before I even knew my heritage. I read the word, and before I even looked at the picture, my head said "home." I'm always afraid that the circumstances won't be wrong, and I'll finally get there, and I won't be able to bring myself back. Ah well. Where Alex and the kittens are is home. I'm sure that will always be enough to lead me back.<br />
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Then there were Julie's questions. <br />
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<b>1. If money, schooling or time was no obstacle, what career would you choose?</b><br />
A children's librarian. Once you've taught a child the Dewey Decimal System, you can never, ever go back!<br />
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<b>2. What’s the one thing you look forward to every day?</b><br />
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Alex coming home from work. It's probably the best part of every day, because I get so used to missing him. A left over from us living far apart. <br />
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<b>3. What is your number one, all-time, favorite blog?</b><br />
Ah, how could I pick? I love <a href="http://www.selectivepotential.com/">Tieka</a> over at Selective Potential, not only for her style but the fact that we hail from the same state and that we share a short stature. <a href="http://ticktockvintage.blogspot.com/">Veronika</a> from Tick Tock Vintage is another personal favorite. And I can't forget <a href="http://www.girlandcloset.com/">Veronika</a> from Girl and Closet! Such lovely ladies. <br />
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<b>4. Biggest online pet peeve?</b><br />
Oh my goodness. I have to keep this answer short and sweet, because it'll make me angry otherwise. I hate it - <i>hate it</i> - when people feel the need to get in arguments over the internet. With people they don't know. Over topics that they are misinformed or uniformed about. It drives me insane.<br />
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<b>5. What is your all-time favorite book?</b><br />
I read everything, but my all-time favorite is "White Oleander" by Janet Fitch. It's just such a beautiful, moving story, and the imagery really takes you to a whole other level. I recommend it to any person who has ever felt lost, loved art, felt like they had no words, grown up, or had a troubled relationship with a parent. In short, everyone.<br />
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<b>6. What would your “last meal” be?</b><br />
You would make me choose? Gosh, I might have to say baked mac 'n cheese. Comfort food is my favorite. With creme brulee for dessert. After creme brulee I might even die happy.<br />
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<b>7. Do you believe in love at first sight?</b><br />
Nope! I actually kind of hate the idea. I believe in attraction at first sight, certainly. A knowledge of kindred spirits at first word, even. Some people you just know are going to be a part of your life. But love? Love takes time, and knowledge, and work. Otherwise you've fallen for an idea. Not the person. Which will always end in heartbreak.<br />
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<b>8. What would your ideal Sunday morning consist of?</b><br />
Oh, sleep, probably. I have a hard time falling asleep, so I like to stay there as long as possible. After this I would wake up to morning cuddles and bacon in bed. I love bacon in bed. Then Alex and I would do word search games.<br />
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<b>9. Why do you blog?</b><br />
I will admit that it started out of boredom. In the six months since we've moved here, Alex and I have made exactly three friends. It's hard, especially because I've had such a difficult time with work. I looked at the online blogging community and thought "I would love to join those ladies. We share such similar interests! I would love to be a part of that." So I put my interests in thrifting and vintage to work. <br />
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<b>10. If you had to choose one color to wear forever, what would you pick?</b> You've probably not heard be complain about this yet, but I feel a lot of the time that everything I own is blue. I love the color. I gravitate to it all the time. I have to stop myself from buying any more of it. It's harsh. <br />
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<b>11. What is your all-time favorite band?</b><br />I don't have one. It changes from year to year. I'll always have a spot in my heart for The Killers, my first concert. The same goes for Anberlin and Snow Patrol, my long distance music with Alex. Currently I'm a big fan of Mumford and Sons, Birdy, Bon Iver, and Radical Face. It's all about what's going on in my life, you know? I super recommend Birdy if you haven't heard her yet. That voice. Wow.<br />
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I challenge anyone reading this to do these same questions! They're a great set. If you do, you should really let me know. I would absolutely love to read your answers! Please let me know!<br />Danicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01072124483496067090noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5568505099552851237.post-89391603080537640102012-02-22T21:00:00.000-08:002012-02-22T21:00:01.390-08:00Nerd Swag<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I used to be a Theatre major, and now, as an English major, it makes sense that some of my favorite parts of my studies would carry over. I am not ashamed to admit that I adore the works of Shakespeare. I love Shakespeare so much that I want to get a goldfish and name it Ophelia (joke in poor taste, but it's true.). Because of this love, I get excited in classes whenever my man Billy is on the syllabus. And it annoys me to no end when instead of reading the play, others use Sparknotes or Cliff's Notes. I can't even tell you. There are no words. That's why I had to treat myself to this hilarious totefor my birthday. I don't know how well you can see it, but the picture is Shakes ripping a Cliff's Notes in half. As well I think he would, were he alive today.<br />
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I nerded it up for this bag arriving today. My outfit falls along the lines of preppy geek. Said image is helped by this vintage argyle sweater, which Alex so thoughtfully put in the dryer one day and now it would fit a ten year old. Sigh, oh well. At least I still found a way to wear it. It's still probably going to end up in my shop when I opened it though. It's a turtleneck, and turtlenecks frighten me. <br />
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Ah, well. Back to the happy nerd day. I will be spending the rest of today in my glasses curled up with my homework, lamenting the fact that I don't have suspenders. <br />
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Argyle Sweater: Vintage (thrifted)</div>
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White Button Down Top: Thrifted</div>
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Brown Oxfords: Target</div>
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Read the Whole Book Tote: Shirt.woot.com</div>Danicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01072124483496067090noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5568505099552851237.post-75438461252410831222012-02-22T10:14:00.000-08:002012-02-22T10:18:19.269-08:00Feature: Girl and ClosetI think it's about time to pay homage to a few of my favorite blogs. Why? I look to these blogs for inspiration, and the authors behind them are amazing people too. Maybe it's an exercise in futility, but at least once a month giving a shout-out to these lovely ladies will make me a happier person.<br />
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My first of such shout-outs goes to Veronika of <a href="http://www.girlandcloset.com/">Girl and Closet</a>. First and foremost, she's super sweet. And I don't just mean her style! The last year has been a big one for her, and I'm so happy for her, and honored to be her follower. She's such a warm and welcoming person, and it shines through in her blog. It also warms a little bit to see another blogger actually having to deal with winter weather - I feel like so many of my favorite blogs are based in places that didn't even see snow this year. I'll admit, I'm jealous of her seaside location, but it's a good jealously. There are two kinds, did you know?<br />
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Her style, too, is fantastic. From her use of color to the way she mixes patterns and prints, there's just so many good ideas there! She doesn't shy away from statement pieces, and she makes them work. She wears clothes comfortably and elegantly. Also, can I mention that I love the fact that she isn't afraid to wear a pair of jeans? So many bloggers are! Finally, you have to applaud her taste in shoes and hats. If there's one thing I cannot wear well, it's a hat. <br />
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It's nice, too, to tip my own hat to a fellow self-photographer. It can be a serious pain. <br />
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Please, if you haven't already, check out her wonderful, wonderful blog! <br />
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For some reason, I just started to get my hopes up that spring was just around the corner. Of course, in true Michigan spirit, the weather then turned back to normal Michigan constant snow. That didn't deter me from braving the elements and taking outfit shots today though! (Well, almost. But we'll call it a victory.) I actually enjoy snowfalls like this, so soft and pretty. Picturesque, even. But don't tell anyone. My winter-hating reputation might be ruined. <br />
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Moving past talk of the weather, today was an experiment in a color I detest. Notice the pink shirt? Maybe it's my skin tone, but I think I look terrible in the color pink. Of course, that could just be my subconscious talking after I spent 15 years hating the color and all that it stood for for women. I was probably the loudest 5 year old feminist you never heard of. Oh well. I'm trying to make amends. It's not that bad a color, really. Some of my favorite flowers can be pink.<br />
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Also present is a Michigan winter hat! I'm thinking I'm going to do a post in the next few days wearing all the ones I have. If you live in the north, you'll understand how important ugly winter hats are. If you don't live in the north, you might never understand. <br />
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Winter Hat: Inherited from Alex's mother</div>
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Scarf: Thrifted</div>
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Ivory Cardigan: Vanity (clearance racks will be the end of me)</div>
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It seems that everywhere but where I live, winter took a vacation this year. In the wilds of the Great Michigan North, that's just not the case. Though you can't see it in these pictures, there's still inches of snow on the ground. And perhaps you can't tell from the way I huddle into myself, but it's a very cold, overcast day. Everyone else seems to be making their way towards spring though, so in my jealousy, I put on a very not weather appropriate dress and jacket. I can't help it. The gray days of winter are the worst. I tried so hard, but I just couldn't put down my warm and cozy scarf once I took my coat off. Taking my own pictures means a lot of running back and forth, and even that wasn't enough to keep me warm. At least the scarf is one of my favorites.<br />
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Coat: Vintage (Thrifted)</div>
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Teal Scarf: Thrifted</div>
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Polka Dot Dress: Ruche</div>
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Argyle Tights: A Christmas gift, but I assume Target</div>
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Suede Heels: Vintage Michael Kors (Thrifted - an awesome find, I can't wait to showcase them better!)</div>
<br />Danicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01072124483496067090noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5568505099552851237.post-7802398267805690622012-01-23T23:29:00.000-08:002012-01-23T23:29:32.518-08:00Shut the Doors and Hide Away<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Wildflowers and Weeds thought about hibernating for the winter. It was all settled down to rest, all the words tucked away, and then suddenly, it didn't want to sleep anymore. So by the time winter was actually here to stay, it was time to wake up. You miss too much when you sleep too long.<br />
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Because of my work schedule, I ran into this terrible problem of literally not having any daylight to take pictures in, and not being able to find appropriate lighting in my house to make up for it. I had a lucky, rare day where -while it was freezing outside- the sunlight was dancing on everything in sight.<br />
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And I spent every minute I had sitting in a room of our big empty house, soaking it up.<br />
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Outfit Details:</div>
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Mustard Sweater: Merona (Target)</div>
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Teal Skirt: Vintage (thrifted)</div>
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Belt: Thrifted</div>
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Socks: "Borrowed" from a Costume Shop </div>
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during the run of a show we were doing. </div>
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Shoes: Target</div>
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Black Beaded Necklace: Thrifted</div>
<br />Danicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01072124483496067090noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5568505099552851237.post-90097656232642297162011-10-14T00:00:00.000-07:002011-10-14T00:00:13.590-07:00The Last Rays of Summer Sun<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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All this heat has me missing summer. Well, just a little. It's never quite warm enough all day for me to break the shorts back out. Not that that means much for me; I probably only own four pairs and never, ever wear them. So I thought, maybe, I'd break my personal mold and wear them in public maybe just once.<br />
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Really the only thing that resulted from it was me gaining the firm belief that if I'm ever going to wear shorts again, I have to work on the size and shape of my legs. Yikes.<br />
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I'm very disappointed in the sunlight, in a picture taking sense. Try as I might, the sun washed the beautiful color out of this delicate top. The purple is just a darling shade of lavender and I love the detailing at the collar. It's so sad when you have something so pretty, yet you can't quite capture it.<br />
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Which reminds me. I spent part of the day chasing butterflies. It really is the simple things.<br />
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Outfit Details:</div>
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Lavender Top: Old Navy (thrifted)</div>
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Shorts: (thrifted)</div>
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Woven Belt: (thrifted)</div>
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Brown Heels: Target</div>
Danicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01072124483496067090noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5568505099552851237.post-1976936282932677262011-10-12T23:22:00.000-07:002011-10-12T23:22:10.239-07:00Autumn Hideaway<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Although it's been beautifully warm and all I want to do is pile up leaves and jump in them, tragically, I still have to go to work. I know! It is in fact, very, very unfair. Who could ever desire to waste the precious hours of light when soon we're going to practically be drowning in darkness?<br />
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I can cut the melodrama now.<br />
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But honestly, I wanted to kill two bird with one stone today. First, I wanted to go to one of my favorite hideaways by one of the lakes near my house and climb trees and enjoy the falling leaves. Secondly, I wanted to attempt a work-appropriate outfit that avoided a ton of black.<br />
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I wear a lot of dark colors to work because my job involves handling inks, and they get everywhere. If I wear light colors, they'll stain for sure. So my normal work attire has been very dark and full of layers. It was so nice today I had to get away from the somber colors. Winter is coming, but it isn't here yet! I opted for colors that remind me of fall: a bright red, and a warm purple. I was actually kind of impressed after I put them on. It was definitely an outfit by accident. I can't say I'm complaining, though. I felt very classy at work today. And I got to play in the leaves. Although tree-climbing in heels before my timer went off on my camera was a feat, and never to be repeated. Ever.<br />
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Red Peter Pan Collar Top: Vintage (thrifted)</div>
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Plum Cardigan: Mossimo</div>
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Belt: (thrifted)</div>
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Jeans: Wet Seal (thrifted)</div>
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Ribbon Heels: Work-Safe Payless</div>
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Necklace: Vintage (thrifted)</div>
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Trinity Bracelet: Present brought home from Ireland by a friend.</div>Danicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01072124483496067090noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5568505099552851237.post-8605472038386880172011-10-11T23:01:00.000-07:002012-03-03T00:17:42.491-08:00October Twilight<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The weather has been doing incredibly strange things lately. The last few days have been sweltering hot during the day, but perfect at twilight. Because of the unexpected return to summer heat, I had to take the opportunity to wear a light pencil skirt and this airy white top, which I love. As cliche as it is, when I think about it, I always get excited about wearing white after Labor Day. It must be a leftover from a oft heard dogma during childhood, but I always feel like I'm breaking rules and sticking it to the man.<br />
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I'll stop talking now.<br />
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I can only wear something like this on a day I don't have to work, because anything light will get destroyed at my job. So I was so excited to have a day off to enjoy this on a weekend.<br />
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River was excited to come out and have a bit of a walk too! She loves being outside and purrs constantly on the leash. We keep our cats indoors because it's so much safer than letting them roam, but she is very happy when we play outside together. Min prefers to watch from the window. The leash terrifies her.<br />
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The only problem with an outfit like this is that it never quite survives the bustle of the day, the way it looked when I put it on. The shirt managed to stay flat under the skirt until just before I went outside. I wanted to fix it, but when the light starts to fade here, you really have to play beat the clock before all is pitch black. Maybe I'll actually let Alex help next time. <br />
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White Sleeve Button Top: (thrifted)</div>
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Last week I ended up having to train in Marquette, MI for my new job. It was a very...hot and cold experience, if I may. While the weather was so beautiful I just about cried (high 80's? In October? Only in Michigan...), there were some things about the trip that left something to be desired. I'll keep the complaining to a minimum, because it was mostly a little bit of homesickness for my boy and my kittens. But, the training itself was terrible, and I lived for the moments I could be exploring the town instead. It's actually a city, complete with my shame of a shopping addiction: Target. The only one in the U.P., actually. My life is so hard. The city is the largest in the U.P., and one of the oldest in Michigan, and as such has a fun cultural atmosphere. Complete with one of the largest college campuses in the state, it's still a mining town, and the ore boats that dock daily are gigantic. I couldn't stay away from the water, and got my fair share of hypothermia dipping my feet in the beautiful blue waters of Lake Superior, the deepest freshwater lake on Earth. I love this lake, and miss it very greatly when I'm away from it, so pardon all the pictures of the water. Next time I'm there I'll be sure to take more pictures of the downtown area. It's a beautiful town with great architecture and some wonderful secondhand and consignment shops. I picked up some great finds! I'll be sure to show them to you as soon as the weather cools off. It seems the season has gone in reverse and back to summer. I'm not complaining, Indian Summer is truly the best.<br />
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Also, if you're ever in Marquette, make sure you stop by The Wild Rover for some truly great Irish food. Your taste buds will thank you for the Boxty, the Bangers and Champ, and the Guinness Beef Stew. But stay away from Casa Calabria if you're thinking Italian; it was a fancy place in '83 when it was built but the only thing ever updated was the price for truly mediocre food. It was outrageously expensive, loud, dark, and just... ugh.<br />
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I took what felt like a million photos; please enjoy! Especially look at the Stadium Dome. The people working on (or rappelling down it?!?) are so tiny!.<span id="goog_2066754298"></span><br />
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My week has been so hectic. I just don't know how else to describe it. Two very important exams, more homework than I have desk space for, and to top it off, I've finally started my new job! So far, I've been working full-time hours, which doesn't work at all for me with how much school is on my plate.<br />
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That's why, on the day of my exam, I had no take a break from studying to enjoy the sunshine for a moment. It was such a beautiful day! I took to opportunity to pretend that the sun was shining in an Indian Summer style, so I wore a soft rayon shirt and paired it with a light, airy skirt.<br />
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I realized after getting dressed that it was a little chilly for such wear. So I grabbed my favorite cardigan to enjoy the light a little longer before getting back to work.<br />
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Oh, and I was stumbled upon by the herd of deer who live in the woods by my house. They are so friendly here. Hello lovely deer! <br />
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Blue Boyfriend Cardigan: Urban Outfitters</div>
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Blue Printed Skirt: American Eagle (thrifted)</div>
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Mary Jane Flats: Payless</div>
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I love the sunny days of autumn. More than any other reason I believe that this is why fall is my favorite time of year. You can actually enjoy the sunlight. It isn't too hot to be outside, it doesn't burn you as much. It feels like a companion I guess. It's a reason to be outside instead of a reason to stay away. And the blue September sky... I don't have words for my feelings for that particular shade of blue.<br />
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So, I took the opportunity to wear my new dress from Modcloth that I personally think is a very similar shade to that blue September that I love! I paired it with a hand-knit cabled cardigan and tights, because while it was a beautiful day, there was a glorious fall chill in the air. I don't wear coats if I can help it, I stick to sweaters instead. Do you have a preference? I'd love to hear about it!<br />
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Off-White Cardigan: Hand-knit by Dorothy Overacker (thrifted)</div>
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Dress: Blue Isthmus Dress c/o Modcloth</div>
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Today was a day I've been waiting for for a long time. I've had terrible trouble since moving to this tiny town finding a place to work, so I've been generously supported by my wonderful boy. It was a mixture of not knowing anyone here (and this place is quaint enough that "who you know" is pretty much everything) and not having a vehicle to drive. But I've applied at nearly fifty places, and had several interviews, so I had started to give up hope.<br />
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So you can imagine how crucial today was to me - I had a second interview with a potential employer.<br />
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I always dress professionally for interviews and the like, even if they're meant to be informal. I just feel like it makes a better impression. And the weather had to be uncooperative, as usual, and as I walked to the interview I got rained on quite a bit. Luckily I had my raincoat and an umbrella!<br />
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In any case I'm glad I dressed more formally, because it felt more official when I was asked to start working on Thursday. I'm very excited. I was doubly excited when I stopped into my local bookstore to treat myself to a new book, and discovered that the store manager there is still seriously considering hiring me as well! Apparently things are looking up. <br />
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Black and White Necklace: (thrifted) </div>
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Coral Blouse: Ann Taylor Loft (thrifted)</div>
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Black Pencil Skirt: Vintage (thrifted)</div>
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Belt: (thrifted)</div>
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Gray and Black Tights: Target</div>
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Mary Janes: Payless (they're Safe-T-Steps for work!)</div>
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This weekend was ridiculous on all counts. I fell ill, had several quizzes to take, a ton of other homework to do (who knew a beginner's Japanese class would be so difficult?!?), post-surgical kittens to take care of, not to mention a house to re-arrange. So today was a day where I felt like I had no other choice but to slum it up around the house. I don't usually wear pants, but with the fever, I couldn't stay warm, so I opted for these not-quite-corduroy fuzzy cotton pants and my favorite over-sized plaid vintage shirt. </div>
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You won't see posts like this often from me; I wouldn't have left the house in these clothes. But it's nice to know that sometimes, especially when I feel like I'm dying, I still have a grip on my roots. </div>
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And of course, Min and River had to play Mama take her pictures!</div>
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Oversized Plaid Shirt: thrifted</div>
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Sorry for the lack of shoes! Don't mind the bobby socks.</div>
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There's this beautiful place just down the street from me where a large cement run-off pipe takes the groundwater to one of the lakes I can see from my house. It's this gorgeous place, with overgrown grass, old mossy trees, flowers and wild grapes. It was the perfect place to debut some of my local finds. The colors are a bit somber for the season, but I love how cool they felt on this warm summer day. The skirt is the perfect length for me, and I adore the bag and boots. The tights were merely to keep the weeds off of my legs. I didn't want to take chances on poison ivy. </div>
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Ruffle Tank: Old Navy (thrifted)</div>
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Pleated Skirt: Vintage (thrifted)</div>
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Bag: Carryland (thrifted)</div>
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In the meantime I have found some fabulous items online that are definitely on my wish list now. I'm slightly inspired by New York Fashion Week, I'm sure. But you can't deny how great these are!<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">I am suddenly having a love affair with Peter Pan collars. They are just so classic, so elegant, and so very fun. And isn't this a great color for fall? Still a little bit of summer sunshine peaking through, but still matches the vibrant color the birch trees are going to turn! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://images.seychellesfootwear.com/productgraphics/clue---9sl1.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://images.seychellesfootwear.com/productgraphics/clue---9sl1.png" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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Why not pair a pretty little dress like that with adorable little booties like these? They have such a flattering shape, and keep with that same classic-but-fun look.<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">Finally, I would pair the dress with this gorgeous jacket from Topshop. Yet another UK dealer I wish were more readily available in the states. Throw this over top, and a nice belt around the waist to finish the look, maybe some colored tights... Oh fall, how I love you!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
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