Weekend Recap

Today’s Attire:  Today I’m wearing a fuchsia tank top (Gap $4), khaki cropped cargo pants (Ashley Stewart $14). I’ve accessorized with my Anne Klein leopard print flats (DSW $19), my sterling silver star pendant (Tiffany & Co), and white sapphire stud earrings (Tippr.com)

Outfit Justification:  Today’s outfit was brought to you by oversleeping.  Yesterday’s wedding was fun and awesome, but it ran pretty late and it was an hour away from where we live.  Being woken up at 8:45 and you have to be at work by 9am, doesn’t give you the opportunity to be super stylish when you’re half awake and rushing.  The funny thing is that I don’t like pink. It looks good on me.  But I hate it.  And the darn tank top was so bright, it was screaming at me to be worn. So there it is.

Weekend Recap:

Friday, my emotions were in the pit of despair. I was extremely unhappy and it felt like everything in my life was getting me down. I was having a really awful time at work. I wallowed in self-loathing and self-pity all day.  I couldn’t shake my bad mood.  I did everything I could, listen to music, sleep, cry, tried to write. Everything was just bad. As a result I couldn’t bring myself to post my blog. It was poorly written and I wasn’t feeling it.  At the same time I was kicking myself for not doing because it showed lack of follow through.  Friday was mostly a complete wash.

Saturday, I was doing much better. I found some pictures from our engagement session and posted them on Facebook. I couldn’t help but smile and reminisce about that photo shoot and the search for the perfect dress for it. Of course it allowed me to think about our wedding day and how fantastic that was.  The rest of the day was filled with a trip to the hair salon, a visit to a vintage inspired store, a dinner at Bob’s Big Boy and a visit with my in laws for which we did some tech support for them, and finally a visit to a bar with karaoke to end the evening.  At diner I allowed myself to talk about the angst of my previous day.  It finally dawned on me that the day before was the funeral for our family friend that passed away. And because I’ve been so sick I’ve got no time off left, I couldn’t go to the funeral.  That played a big part in my bad feelings.  There was a lot more emotional stuff going on, but that played a very large part.

Sunday was the wedding.  I spent the morning preparing and getting ready. I opted to wear a vintage style black cotton halter dress that I purchased at Unique Vintage the previous day. My hair was in pin curls. I added a black flower in my hair with feather detail, tights and low black heels to complete my pin up/vintage look.  I felt great, looked good and I was happy with the look.  The wedding went well.  The ceremony was especially moving due to the personal written vows by the bride and groom.  I managed to keep it together and not cry during the ceremony.  Everyone seemed pleased with my officiating and that made me happy. Afterwards we partied down.  And between the dancing, drinking, the good food and the great company it was a stellar day.

In closing, I know this isn’t best blog I’ve written.  At least it’s being written.  Several of you have reached out and mentioned that you like reading my blog.  And have been encouraged by my writing it.  So it’s encouraging to hear that someone out there is actually reading it and liking it.  I always welcome feedback, so keep it coming.