Fashion Summer

I Give a Hoot

June 10, 2011

Is it by chance that we meet certain people in this life? I really don’t believe in chance. or luck for that matter. I believe in blessings that result from making good choices in life. And my most cherished blessings would undoubtedly involve people. Family first, of course. And then friends.

Do you ever feel like suddenly you are smacked in the face with all you’ve been blessed with? Lately, I’ve been overwhelming blessed by special friends. It’s truly miraculous to step back, pause, & reflect upon those people in our lives who sincerely care about us. Care for our heart aches. Care for our future potential. Care for our happiness.

I’ve been blessed with such friends.

Speaking of friends… You’d never know this, but guess whooo contributed to this post?

-Meet Meg, the designer of my cute watch! I met her through my sister, Ashly. Pretty sure this is a friendship that’s awaiting to bloom… as long as Husby doesn’t see the bills from buying bumloads of goodies from her etsy shop! Errr…oopsie?

-Mr. Owl top? Yeah, that’d be from another friendly, Miss Brandilyn. She’s got a cutsie lil’ boutique that you can phone order stuff. After talking with her, I pretty much wished we were next door neighbors. (Mainly so we could swap cardigans.)

-Let’s not forget my newest bestie who lives down the block. She’s the kung-fu-master behind the camera in these special shots – Brandy Cardarelli Photography. She may or may not have been ranting off some hysterical comment when she captured my reaction (see last shot). We met through her sister when I was prego which led to maternity pictures… And now we pretty much raise our munchkins together. And stay up late nights txting about our creative crazinesses. This past weekend we had our family pictures taken by her. All I’m going to say is… It may or may not have something to do with a blueberry breakfast at sunrise! Eeek! Oh wait. I’ve said too much. Stay tuned…

Growing up, I often looked at a framed quote that rested beside my bed saying, “A friend is someone who reaches for your hand, but touches your heart.”

My heart has definitely been touched by many beautiful hands. For all those who have, are, and will yet to… I am truly thankful.

Happy Weekend, Friendlies!!

XO

 

  • ashley June 10, 2011 at 7:04 pm

    I LOVE the watch..totally going to buy one right now!! Thanx!

    • missy June 10, 2011 at 7:30 pm

      You’re so welcome! Tell Meg hello for me! xo

  • Kerri June 10, 2011 at 7:58 pm

    awww.. cute tshirt. I’m happy to have found your blog! It’s always fun to connect online or wherever with people you have some things in common with. Happy weekend to you!

  • Ashley June 10, 2011 at 8:01 pm

    That watch!!! Oh I’m getting one too 🙂

    xoxoxo sis

    • missy June 13, 2011 at 2:17 am

      It’ll be love at first wrap! xoxo

  • Mary @ stylefyles June 10, 2011 at 10:17 pm

    great photos! And I love that Owl top – so cute!

    • missy June 13, 2011 at 2:18 am

      Thanks, sweetie! xo

  • Leslie Jane June 10, 2011 at 11:56 pm

    Cute outfit Meliss! Your twitter message made me laugh! Remember that time we were at Nordstrom and that girl was wearing those huge, pink, fuzzy boots in August? She was making a serious fashion statement. Just thought of that. Hey, I finally bought some white skinny jeans from gap. I have to tell you about my deal. They were origionally $60. The entire store was 40% off. Then I doubled it with my banana card rewards money, so they cost me $6!!!! I was pretty proud of myself, espeically since I held out on a $30 pair at Target. Good things come to those who wait I guess. Now I just need to find some cute shirts to go with them! It NEVER ends!!!!!!!!!!!!

    • missy June 13, 2011 at 2:16 am

      Les, shut it! $6 bucks? My jaw has officially hit the floor! WHAT.A.SNAG! Get it girl! That’s seriously, so awesome. Only thing better would’ve been to shop those deals together! And yes, I do remember the Abominable Snowman at Nordies. Bahaha!

  • Lindsay Flake June 11, 2011 at 5:44 am

    i love your blog! i came across it from my friend Meg from meggieslove! you are so adorable and I love love loved the tutorial on the loose curls! i am def going to try it tomorrow! how do you tease your hair and get it to stay through out the whole day? this is a problem i have with my hair! thanks!

    • missy June 13, 2011 at 2:14 am

      Lindsay, so glad you found us! Miss Meg, is just adorbs. It’s been so fun to work with her. Oh.MY.HECK. You’re going to be in love with your gorgeous locks, promise! LMK how it turned out for ya! As far as teasing… I don’t do a whole lot… just a little back combing with a fine comb and some spray. BUT… I would suggest the Surf Spray by Bumble & Bumble. I blogged about my favorite hair products awhile back. I use it (surf spray) on my roots when I want more lift. It adds texture so your hair stays fluffy longer! It’s a tad pricey – but definitely worth the results! xo

  • brandilyn June 11, 2011 at 8:34 am

    CUTE post!! i would looove to do some cardigan swapping 😉 can’t wait to see your family pictures!! you make the lil’ hoot look so cute, you SKINNY thing!

    • missy June 13, 2011 at 2:10 am

      no joke… maybe we should do a mystery cardi swap!? I’d mail you one vice versa. Sounds fun! Haha! Keep me in the loop with any more goodies you think I’d adore. xo

  • Casie Youngberg June 13, 2011 at 1:22 am

    I have to agree with brandilyn so looking forward to seeing the family pictures! Such cute pictures had to tweet link!

    • missy June 13, 2011 at 2:06 am

      They’ll be up tomorrow (6/13)!!! And thanks for the tweet, you lil’ tweetie! xo

  • Karissa June 14, 2011 at 10:12 pm

    WHeRE did you find all of these awesome places! Thanks so much for the tip I can’t wait to order some cuteness from them

    • missy June 15, 2011 at 2:56 pm

      Found them both through my sister in law! Gotta love sisters that have good taste in style & friends! 😉

  • Tiffany June 20, 2011 at 6:50 pm

    I just found your blog, and I’m so glad I did! Totally love your style!

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