December 20, 2018

Last entry until next 2019!  See ya on the other side :)
Dark purple/silver thread long sleeve festive cardigan, white camisole, black pants, nude knee-high pantyhose, black with primary colors Oriental pattern ankle strap heeled Mary Janes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver holly earrings with three red sparkly stones.  Outerwear:  North Face coat and winter accessories.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Listening to, Finished!!  The Kiss Quotient.  Really cute!

December 19, 2018

Festive wear:  Sage green long sleeve cashmere turtleneck, cream mesh tank top, black pleated skirt, black lacy fishnet tights, black patent riding boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, Christmas string of lights necklace, many tiny silver, red, and green stars dangly earrings.  Outerwear:  North Face coat, cream scarf, black gloves.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Listening to:  The Kiss Quotient.

December 18, 2018

Crunch time!  Forest green velour v-neck 3/4 sleeve top, cream mesh tank top, charcoal gray pants, Santa scarf, red Grinch socks, gray suede ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with green stone, green bell dangly earrings.  Outerwear:  North Face coat and winter accessories.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Listening to:  The Kiss Quotient.

December 17, 2018

Better-ish:  Maroon velour long sleeve buttondown top, black sleeveless cotton dress underneath, off-black pantyhose with black floral pattern, black crossed front shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, cream/gold enamel angel pin and matching dangly earrings, rose gold band with diamonds.  Outerwear:  North Face coat and winter accessories.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Listening to:  The Kiss Quotient.

December 16, 2018

Sick :( 

December 15, 2018

Lunch with friend's at Hemmingway's (yum and fun!):  Black lambswool long sleeve sweater jacket, dark teal long sleeve t-shirt with sheer hem, black raised pattern leggings, black socks, black patent riding boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, Santa face earrings.  No outerwear!

December 14, 2018

Friday!!!  Black one button Banana Republic blazer, dark teal long sleeve t-shirt with sheer hem, Santa scarf, black raised pattern leggings, black socks, black patent riding boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, Santa face earrings.  Outerwear:  North Face coat (only!  mild out).  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Listening to:  The Kiss Quotient.

December 13, 2018

Official wear:  Charcoal gray short sleeve PRPL polo, white camisole, black pants, nude knee-high pantyhose, black patent small wedges.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver holly earrings with three red sparkly stones.  Outerwear: North Face coat and winter accessories, navy heather hooded zip-up sweatshirt.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Listening to:  The Kiss Quotient.

December 12, 2018

Soft sweater day:  Gray/black layered look long sleeve cashmere sweater, cream mesh tank top, denim skirt, gray ribbed tights, black patent riding boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, Santa face earrings, white gold horseshoe with diamond pendant necklace.  Outerwear:  North Face coat and winter accessories.  Listening to:  The Kiss Quotient.

December 11, 2018

Back to work!  Plum suit jacket, black short sleeve cotton dress underneath, off-black pantyhose with black floral pattern, black patent knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, green bell dangly earrings, Christmas string of lights necklace.  Outerwear:  North Face coat and accessories.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Listening to:  The Kiss Quotient.

December 10, 2018

Court, Skokie:  Plum suit jacket, black short sleeve cotton dress underneath, off-black pantyhose with black floral pattern, black shoes with bow in the front.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, many tiny red, silver and green stars dangly earrings.  Outerwear:  North Face coat and accessories.  Finished!  November's Chicago magazine.

December 9, 2018

Watched the Bears game at a friend's house!  Bright blue/white marled pattern long sleeve t-shirt, cream mesh tank top, black jeans, black socks, black ankle boots with braided belt. Jewelry:  watch, rings, many tiny red, silver and green stars dangly earrings.  Outerwear:  North Face coat and accessories.

December 8, 2018

Helped at Our Lady of the Angels for gift distribution with Kelsey: Bright blue/white marled pattern long sleeve t-shirt, cream mesh tank top, black jeans, light blue and gray pigeon socks, black ankle boots with braided belt.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, many tiny silver, red, and green stars dangly earrings.  Outerwear:  North Face coat and winter accessories.  Reading:  Finished!  The Summer Wives.

December 7, 2018

Court at Maywood:  Plum suit jacket, black sleeveless cotton dress underneath, black floral pattern tights, black shoes with bow in the front.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, many tiny silver, red, and green stars dangly earrings.  Outerwear:  North Face coat and winter accessories.  Listening to:  The Kiss Quotient.
At night, Bar Biscay for dinner with friends (yum and fun!):  Bright blue/white marled pattern long sleeve t-shirt, cream mesh tank top, black jeans, light blue and gray pigeon socks, black ankle boots with braided belt.  Same jewelry and outerwear.

December 6, 2018

Mother's Club Luncheon at Oak Park CC:  *New* Plum and silver thread long sleeve buttondown festive cardigan, black sleeveless cotton dress underneath, black floral pattern tights, black and primary color Oriental pattern heeled Mary Janes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, many tiny silver, red, and green stars dangly earrings.  Outerwear:  North Face coat and winter accessories.  Listening to:  The Kiss Quotient.
At night, dinner at Dolce with a friend (yum and fun!):  Everything the same except black jeans, black socks, black ankle boots with braided belt.

December 5, 2018

Christmas finery!  White/black pattern long sleeve buttondown shirt, cream mesh tank top underneath, Santa scarf, black pleated skirt, nude pantyhose, dark red flats with buckle.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, Santa face earrings.  Outerwear:  North Face coat and winter accessories.  Reading:  The Summer Wives.  Listening to:  The Kiss Quotient.

December 4, 2018

11 and a half hours later:  Maroon velour buttondown long sleeve top, black cotton sleeveless dress, black flower pattern tights, black shoes with bow in the front.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, cream and gold enamel angel pin and matching dangly earrings, maroon and lilac sparkly beads bracelet.  Outerwear:  North Face coat and winter accessories.  Reading:  The Summer Wives.  Listening to:  The Kiss Quotient.

December 3, 2018

New week!  Black ribbed open long sleeve cardigan, light gray sleeveless cotton dress underneath, black tights, black ankle boots with braided belt,   Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver holly earrings with three red sparkly stones, string of Christmas lights necklace.  Outerwear:  North Face coat and winter accessories.  Reading:  The Summer Wives.  Listening to:  The Kiss Quotient.

December 2, 2018

Brunch at Funkenhausen (yum and fun!)  Black ribbed open long sleeve cardigan, black long sleeve t-shirt, dark rinse jeans, white socks, dark purple suede runched knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver holly earrings with three red sparkly stones, string of Christmas lights necklace.  Outerwear:  Red wool jacket, red fleece gloves.

At night, Do Eat Korean restaurant with friends (yum and fun!):  Reef heather ribbed long sleeve big cowlneck tunic turtleneck sweater, white camisole, gray cords, white socks, gray suede ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver holly earrings with three red sparkly stones.  Outerwear:  North Face coat, cream scarf.

December 1, 2018

Bowling and Michael Anthony's Pizza at night (fun!!!):  Reef heather ribbed long sleeve big cowlneck tunic turtleneck sweater, white camisole, gray cords, white socks, gray suede ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver holly earrings with three red sparkly stones.  Outerwear:  North Face coat, cream scarf.  Listening to:  The Kiss Quotient.

November 30, 2018

End of the month!  Gray herringbone suit jacket, navy/white mini polka dots ruffle collar sleeveless shell, dark rinse jeans, white socks, black patent riding boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold ring with pearl, diamond studs.  Outerwear:  North Face coat and winter accessories.  Reading:  The Summer Wives.   Starting, Listening to:  The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang.
Fish fry at VFW, went over to our friend's house after:  Black ribbed open long sleeve cardigan, black long sleeve t-shirt, dark rinse jeans, white socks, black patent knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  The same plus white gold horseshoe with diamond pendant necklace.  Outerwear:  Red wool jacket, red fleece gloves.

November 29, 2018

Wearing bling for two more days:  Cornflower blue/navy floral pattern short sleeve buttondown self-tie dress, black long sleeve t-shirt underneath, black fleece-lined leggings, black socks, black winter boots, black ankle boots with braided belt.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold/sapphire/diamond bar earrings, silver bracelet with three blue lapis squares.  Outerwear:  North Face coat and winter accessories.  Reading:  The Summer Wives.

November 28, 2018

Still COLD!  Mushroom/cream arctic pattern long sleeve shawl collar long buttondown cardigan, black tank top, black fleece-lined leggings, black socks, black winter boots, black suede buckle ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, olive leaf ring and matching earrings.  Outerwear:  Fur coat and winter accessories.  Reading:  The Summer Wives.

November 27, 2018

After the SNOW!  Light blue long sleeve buttondown cardigan, cream mesh tank top, navy skirt, navy tights, black winter boots, navy shoes with bow in the front.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold ring with aquamarine stone and matching aquamarine earrings.  Outerwear:  Fur coat and winter accessories.  Reading:  The Summer Wives.

November 26, 2018

Snow!!!  Black long sleeve double breasted sweater with mink cuffs, black tank top underneath, black pants, black socks for outside and nude knee-high pantyhose for inside, black winter boots, black patent small wedges.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver/rhinestones/small black sparkly stones owl pin [last of the owl jewelry!], white gold and diamonds bow chain link earrings.  Outerwear:  North Face coat and winter accessories.  Reading:  Summer Wives.

November 25, 2018

Christmas shopping at Oak Brook Mall!  Black long sleeve double breasted sweater with mink cuffs, black tank top underneath, gray cords, black socks, black ankle boots with braided strap.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold and diamonds bow chain link earrings.  Outerwear:  North Face coat, cream scarf.

November 24, 2018

Hamilton at CIBC Theater!!!  Avec for dinner (fun x 2!!)  Black long sleeve double breasted sweater with mink cuffs, black tank top underneath, long gray pleated skirt, off-black pantyhose, black heeled suede ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold ring with pearl, white gold and diamonds bow chain link earrings.  No outerwear!

November 23, 2018

Back to work:  White long sleeve high/low hem sweater, white tank top underneath, gray cords, white socks, gray suede ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold ring with pearl, small white enamel and black sparkly stones owl earrings.  Outerwear:  North Face coat and winter accessories.  Reading:  The Summer Wives.

November 22, 2018

New tradition--Chinatown on Thanksgiving!  White long sleeve high/low hem sweater, white tank top underneath, gray cords, white socks, gray suede ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold ring with pearl, small white enamel and black sparkly stones owl earrings.  Outerwear:  North Face coat and winter accessories.

November 21, 2018

Pre-Thanks:  Dark orange cable knit long sleeve brown buttons hooded cardigan, gray 3/4 sleeve ribbed turtleneck, brown pants, white socks, brown leather heeled ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, wood dangly owl earrings.  Outerwear:  North Face coat and winter accessories.

November 20, 2018

Back to work:  Black wooly zip-up sweater jacket, dark periwinkle sleeveless dress, black tights, black and primary colors oriental pattern ankle strap heeled Mary Janes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, gold/rhinestone/black quartz owl pendant necklace.  Outerwear:  North Face coat and winter accessories.  Reading:  Summer Wives.

November 19, 2018

Off, P/T conferences:  Dark brown ribbed turtleneck sweater with skirt, white camisole, dark rinse jeans, white socks, black patent riding boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, wood dangly owl earrings.  Outerwear:  North Face coat.

November 18, 2018

At work:  Dark brown ribbed turtleneck sweater with skirt, white camisole, dark rinse jeans, white socks, black patent riding boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, rose gold band with diamonds, wood dangly owl earrings.  Outerwear:  North Face coat, black gloves.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

November 17, 2018

17 years!  Got my hair did:  Black v-neck long sleeve sweater, dark rinse jeans, white socks, black patent riding boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.  Outerwear:  North Face coat and winter accessories.
At night, Parachute for dinner (yum and fun!):  Brown suede sleeveless dress, black v-neck long sleeve sweater underneath, black tights, black suede heeled ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver thin bangle bracelet, white gold bow ties bracelet, white gold bows chain link bracelet with diamonds and matching earrings.  Outerwear:  North Face coat.

November 16, 2018

Fri-yay!  Black pleated high-neck long sleeve blouse, cream mesh tank top, dark rinse jeans, brown socks, dark purple suede knee-high boots (colorful footwear lol).  Jewelry:  watch, rings, gold costume jewelry necklace with owl pendant with lilac and dark red beads.  Outerwear:  North Face coat and winter accessories.  Reading:  Finished!  The Dinner List.

November 15, 2018

Snow globe outside!  Fuschia alpaca long sleeve buttondown cardigan with fancy buttons, black short sleeve cotton t-shirt dress, black polka dot tights, black patent riding boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, fuschia plastic owl necklace.  Outerwear:  North Face coat and winter accessories.  Reading:  The Dinner List.

November 14, 2018

Mid-week:  Brown swingy short sleeve open cardigan, blush/gold thread flutter sleeve top, cream mesh tank top, brown pants, brown socks, brown heeled ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, burnished gold owl face earrings, gold costume jewelry necklace with gold/rhinestones/brown sparkly stones costume jewelry owl pendant.  Outerwear:  North Face coat, cream wool scarf, black gloves.  Reading:  The Dinner List.

November 13, 2018

Chilly!  Black long sleeve buttondown cardigan with pockets, multi-color striped sleeveless dress, black shiny leggings, nude knee-high pantyhose, black pointy and strappy flats.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, burnished gold owl face earrings, tan enamel owl pin with white enamel envelope.  Outerwear:  The usual.  Reading:  The Dinner List.

November 12, 2018

Monday again!  Black cashmere turtleneck sweater, white camisole, multi-print reversible skirt with snap belt, black shiny leggings, tan socks, black patent riding boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver drop detailed owl earrings, silver thin bangle bracelet.  Outerwear:  The usual.  Reading:  Starting!  The Dinner List by Rebecca Serle.

November 11, 2018

Too much fun, watched the Formula 1 race etc:  Dark blue gray marled long sleeve t-shirt with twisted hem, cream mesh tank top, dark rinse skinny jeans, tan socks, black patent riding boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver necklace with white/gold/dark blue enamel owl pendant, thin silver bangle bracelet.  Outerwear:  Pink tweed coat, navy heather hooded zip-up sweatshirt, cream wool scarf, black gloves.

November 10, 2018

At work:  Dark blue gray marled long sleeve t-shirt with twisted hem, cream mesh tank top, dark rinse skinny jeans, white socks, black patent riding boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver necklace with white/gold/dark blue enamel owl pendant, thin silver bangle bracelet.  Outerwear:  Pink tweed coat, navy heather hooded zip-up sweatshirt, cream wool scarf, black gloves.

November 9, 2018

Off, lunch at Cuzin's and early dinner at CMJ:  Dark blue gray marled long sleeve t-shirt with twisted hem, cream mesh tank top, dark rinse skinny jeans, white socks, black ankle boots with braided belt.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver necklace with white/gold/dark blue enamel owl pendant, thin silver bangle bracelet.  Outerwear:  Pink tweed coat, navy heather hooded zip-up sweatshirt, pink chenille gloves.  Reading:  Starting!  Summer Wives by Beatriz Williams.

November 8, 2018

Official wear:  Charcoal gray short sleeve PRPL polo, white camisole, denim skirt, dark gray ribbed tights, black ankle boots with braided belt.  Jewelry: watch, rings, silver ring with amethyst and opal, silver dangly owl earrings with purple bead.  Outerwear:  Pink tweed coat, navy heather hooded zip-up sweatshirt, black gloves.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Listening to:  Finished!  Maniac Magee.
At night, wine dinner at Hemmingway's (yum and fun!):  Black long sleeve runched sides v-neck sweater, cream mesh tank top, multi-patterned skirt with snap belt, dark gray ribbed tights, black patent riding boots.  Same jewelry except for ring and same Outerwear.

November 7, 2018

Two owls today!  Wheat knit open cap sleeve comfy sweater vest, black long sleeve t-shirt, black pants, off-black knee-high pantyhose, black patent small wedge heels.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver and gold marcasite owl pin, gold cross hatch dangly owl earrings.  Outerwear:  Pink tweed coat, tan fringed scarf, pink chenille gloves.  Reading:  Aquicorn Cove by Katie O'Neill.  Listening to:  Maniac Magee.

November 6, 2018

Owl jewelry month:  White long sleeve raised dots buttondown cardigan, navy/gray/turquoise/chartruese shell pattern short sleeve dress, navy ribbed tights, navy shoes with bow in front.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, navy enamel owl earrings, silver olive leaf ring.  Outerwear:  Pink tweed coat, tan fringed scarf, pink chenille gloves.  Reading:  Instyle magazine.  Listening to:  Maniac Magee.

November 5, 2018

Dark by 4:30:  Navy short sleeve open weave cardigan, light gray sleeveless cotton dress, gray zigzag pattern tights, gray suede ankle boots.  Jewelry:  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold horseshoe pendant with diamond necklace, silver square dangly owl earrings.  Outerwear:  Pink tweed coat, tan fringed scarf.  Listening to:  Maniac Magee.

November 4, 2018

Concessions, matinee-style:  Dark blue gray marled long sleeve t-shirt with twisty hem, white camisole, dark rinse skinny jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold horseshoe pendant with diamond necklace, silver square dangly owl earrings.  Outerwear:  Red wool jacket, navy heather hooded zip-up sweatshirt, tan fringed scarf.

November 3, 2018

Concessions, night 2:  Dark orange ribbed long sleeve hooded brown buttons cardigan, gray "Florence" t-shirt, dark rinse skinny jeans, white socks, gray suede ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver square dangly owl earrings.  Outerwear:  Red wool jacket, tan fringed scarf.

November 2, 2018

Friday!  Black long sleeve "Blackhawks" t-shirt, white camisole, dark rinse skinny jeans, white socks, black leather braided belt ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, gold dangly plastic leaf earrings.  Outerwear:  Red wool jacket, tan fringed scarf.  Listening to:  Maniac Magee.

November 1, 2018

Court in the morning:  Dark orange cable knit hooded cardigan with brown buttons, gray short sleeve "Florence" t-shirt, charcoal gray pants, white socks, gray suede ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, gold dangly plastic leaf earrings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up jacket with furry lining.
At night, Gibson's for dinner with friends:  Dark orange cable knit hooded cardigan with brown buttons, gray short sleeve "Florence" t-shirt, dark rinse skinny jeans, white socks, gray suede ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, gold dangly plastic leaf earrings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up jacket with furry lining.

October 31, 2018

Happy Halloween!  Dark orange cable knit hooded brown buttons cardigan, gray ribbed 3/4 sleeve turtleneck, charcoal gray pants, white socks, gray suede ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, orange pumpkin earrings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up furry lined jacket.  Reading:  Instyle magazine.  Listening to:  Maniac Magee.

October 30, 2018

Tuesday!  Yellow thin cotton long sleeve buttondown cardigan, navy/mini white polka dots ruffle collar sleeveless shell, navy skirt, nude pantyhose, navy shoes with bow in the front.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, gold plastic dangly leaf earrings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up furry lined jacket, tan fringed scarf.  Reading:  Instyle magazine.  Listening to:  Maniac Magee.

October 29, 2018

Back to the grind:  Dusty rose long sleeve open cardigan with pockets, navy lacy short sleeve dress with self-belt, navy ribbed tights, navy shoes with bow in front.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white ghost earrings, silver bar pendant with etched flowers necklace.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up furry lined jacket, tan fringed scarf.  Reading:  Chicago magazine and Instyle magazine.

October 28, 2018

Watched the F1 race and a friend's house for dinner:  Black "Blackhawks" long sleeve t-shirt, white camisole, black jeans, black socks, black braided belt ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, black spider earrings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up furry lined jacket, tan fringed scarf.

October 27, 2018

Went everywhere!  Lilac/white thin stripes long sleeve t-shirt, white camisole, black jeans, black socks, black braided belt ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, black spider earrings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up furry lined jacket, tan fringed scarf.

October 26, 2018

Official wear:  Gray short sleeve PRPL polo, white camisole, black jeans, black socks, black ankle boots with braided belt.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, black plastic dangly bat earrings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded jacket with furry lining, navy heather hooded zip-up sweatshirt, tan fringed scarf.  Reading:  Instyle magazine.  Listening to:  Maniac Magee

October 25, 2018

Already feels like Christmas!  Purple suit jacket, black sleeveless cotton dress, nude pantyhose, black crossed front shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, black spider earrings, purple sparkly stones teardrop antique looking necklace.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up jacket with furry lining, pink chenille gloves.  Reading:  Instyle magazine.
At night, grand opening at car dealership:  Sage cashmere turtleneck sweater, white camisole, black jeans, black socks, black ankle boots with braided belt. Same jewelry except no necklace.  Same outerwear.

October 24, 2018

Off for court again:  Purple suit jacket, black sleeveless cotton dress, nude pantyhose, black crossed front shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, black spider earrings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up jacket with furry lining, pink chenille gloves.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.
At night, College Fair at Morton College:  Lilac/white striped long sleeve t-shirt, white camisole, black jeans, black socks, black crossed front shoes.  Same jewelry and outerwear.

October 23, 2018

Pretty, chilly day!  Sage cashmere turtleneck sweater, cream mesh tank top, charcoal gray pants, ivory socks, gray suede ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, orange pumpkin earrings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded furry lined zip-up jacket, pink chenille gloves.  Reading:  Instyle magazine.  Listening to:  Maniac Magee.

October 22, 2018

Back to work:  Cream lacy vest, black long sleeve t-shirt underneath, black pants, nude knee-high pantyhose, black patent small wedges.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white ghost earrings, black cord necklace with silver etched bead with pearl drop.  Outerwear:  Black hooded jacket with furry lining.  Reading:  Instyle magazine.  Listening to:  Maniac Magee.

October 21, 2018

Went to a friend's house to watch the Bears game (they lost):  Reef heather long sleeve big cowlneck tunic sweater, gray cords, white socks, *new* gray suede ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with aquamarine stone, white ghost earrings.  Outerwear:  Red wool jacket, tan fringed scarf, pink chenille gloves.  Hair thing:  Light blue sparkly stones silver buckle barrette.

October 20, 2018

Doctors visits:  Reef heather long sleeve big cowlneck tunic sweater, gray cords, white socks, *new* gray suede ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with aquamarine stone, white ghost earrings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded jacket with furry lining, pink chenille gloves.  Hair thing:  Light blue sparkly stones silver buckle barrette.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

October 19, 2018

Off, long lunch at Craft Urban (yum and fun!):  Reef heather long sleeve big cowlneck tunic sweater, gray cords, white socks, *new* gray suede ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with aquamarine stone, white ghost earrings.  Outerwear:  Red wool jacket, pink chenille gloves.  Hair thing:  Light blue sparkly stones silver buckle barrette.

October 18, 2018

My Friday!  Mushroom brown/cream arctic pattern long shawl collar buttondown cardigan, black tank top, black raised pattern leggings, black socks, black knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, black plastic dangly bat earrings.  Outerwear:  Tan fringed scarf, pink chenille gloves.  Reading:  Anne of Green Gables graphic novel.

October 17, 2018

More warm clothes:  Light brown suede furry lined vest, cream ribbed 3/4 sleeve turtleneck, denim skirt, brown tights, brown runched knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, gold plastic leaf dangly earrings, gold costume jewelry owl pendant necklace with rhinestones and brown sparkly stones.  Outerwear:  Red wool jacket, pink chenille gloves.  Reading:  Anne of Green Gables: the graphic novel.

October 16, 2018

Comfy sweater day:  Camel long open sweater cardigan, white/black windowpane plaid shell, black long tank top, black patterned leggings, black socks, dark purple suede runched knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with black stone, black spider earrings.  Outerwear:  Tan fringed scarf.  Reading:  Anne of Green Gables the graphic novel.  Listening to:  Starting:  Maniac Magee by Jerry Spinelli.

October 15, 2018

Back to Monday:  White/black pattern long sleeve buttondown shirt, white camisole, black pleated skirt, black polka dot tights, black Mary Jane heels with primary colors Oriental pattern.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, black plastic bat dangly earrings, silver ring with black stone.  Outerwear:  Red wool jacket.  Reading:  Starting:  Anne of Green Gables: the graphic novel.

October 14, 2018

At work:  Lilac heather high-low hem cable knit sweater, white camisole, dark rinse jeans, white socks, gray suede ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white ghost earrings.  Outerwear:  Red wool jacket.

October 13, 2018

Gibson's for lunch, our friend came over for dinner:  Dark blue gray marled 3/4 sleeve rolled hem t-shirt, white camisole, dark rinse jeans, white socks, *new* gray suede ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold horseshoe pendant with diamond necklace, orange pumpkin earrings.  Outerwear:  Red wool jacket, navy heather hooded zip-up sweatshirt. Reading:  Chicago magazine.

October 12, 2018

Public Works, half a day!  Dark blue gray marled 3/4 sleeve rolled hem t-shirt, white camisole, dark rinse jeans, white socks, black suede ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold horseshoe pendant with diamond necklace, orange pumpkin earrings.  Outerwear:  Red wool jacket, navy heather hooded zip-up sweatshirt. 

October 11, 2018

Off--errands etc:  Navy heather hooded zip-up sweatshirt, bright pink short sleeve "James Sudz" t-shirt, dark rinse jeans, white socks, black suede ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, gold plastic dangly leaf earrings.  Outerwear:  Red wool jacket.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

October 10, 2018

Fall attire in full swing:  Paprika 3/4 sleeve J. Crew shift dress with front pockets, brown tights, brown heeled ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, twisty gold chain bracelet, gold spikes necklace, orange pumpkin earrings.  Outerwear later:  Black hooded zip-up jacket.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

October 9, 2018

Back to regular clothes!  Light blue long sleeve buttondown cardigan, cream mesh tank top underneath, wrap skirt on light blue/navy floral pattern side with snap belt, black leggings, black socks, black knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white ghost earrings.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

October 8, 2018

Monday again:  Gray herringbone jacket, navy/white mini polka dots ruffle collar sleeveless shell, dark rinse jeans, white socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white plastic dangly ghost earrings.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

October 7, 2018

Hung out at home:  T-shirt, lounge pants, slippers.  Jewelry:  rings.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

October 6, 2018

Some errands in the morning:  Wheat cable knit hooded zip-up cardigan, light gray short sleeve PRPL SRC 2017 t-shirt, cream mesh tank top, dark rinse skinny jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, bright pink plastic owl necklace, gold plastic dangly leaf earrings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up jacket with furry lining.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.
At night:  Cafe Marie Jeanne and Sully's House to watch the F1 race: Wheat cable knit hooded zip-up cardigan, navy short sleeve "Ferrari" polo, cream mesh tank top, dark rinse jeans, white socks, brown leather heeled ankle boots.  Same jewelry but no necklace.  Outerwear:  Tan fringed scarf.

October 5, 2018

Left early:  Wheat cable knit hooded zip-up cardigan, Light gray short sleeve PRPL SRC 2017 t-shirt, cream mesh tank top, dark rinse skinny jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, bright pink plastic owl necklace, gold plastic dangly leaf earrings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up jacket with furry lining.

October 4, 2018

Chilly but pretty:  White raised dots long sleeve buttondown cardigan, navy lacy short sleeve dress with belt, black leggings, black strappy and pointy toe shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white ghost earrings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded jacket with furry lining.  Reading/Listening to:  Finished both yesterday!  Sheets and Strawberry Girl.

October 3, 2018

They lost, so I'm wearing black:  *New* black hooded zip-up CCS jacket, black short sleeve "Ward Eight" t-shirt, dark rinse skinny jeans, white socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, Halloween earrings:  orange pumpkin earrings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up jacket.  Reading:  Sheets.  Listening to:  Will finish!  Strawberry Girl.

October 2, 2018

Still shifting!  Black one button Banana Republic blazer with rolled up sleeves, cookies n cream short sleeve t-shirt, cream mesh tank top, dark rinse skinny jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, Halloween earrings:  black spider earrings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded jacket.  Reading:  Sheets.  Listening to:  Strawberry Girl.

October 1, 2018

First day of "winter" clothes!  Cornflower blue/navy short sleeve floral buttondown tie-back dress, black long sleeve t-shirt underneath, black tights with floral pattern, *new* black tie-front shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver bracelet with three blue lapis squares, Halloween earrings:  dangly black plastic bats earrings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded jacket.  Reading:  Starting!  Sheets by Brenna Thummler.

September 30, 2018

Changing drawers/closets!  t-shirt, lounge pants, slippers.  Jewelry:  rings.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

September 29, 2018

Shopping during the day:  Bright blue/white marled pattern long sleeve t-shirt, white camisole, "mom" jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded furry-lined jacket.
At night, Funkenhausen with friends (yum and fun!)  Rose heather open long sleeve wooly cardigan, *new* black long sleeve t-shirt, dark rinse skinny jeans, white socks, *new* black leather knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, gold costume jewelry necklace and gold/lilac beads/red sparkly stones owl pendant, gold chains really dangly earrings.

September 28, 2018

Fri-Yay!  Royal blue/gray 3/4 sleeve PRPL SRC 2016 t-shirt, white camisole, "mom" jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver rectangle earrings with blue glass inside.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up jacket.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Listening to:  Strawberry Girl.

September 27, 2018

Half day!  Black long sleeve buttondown cardigan, black tank top dress with purple/tan/light blue/white/black camouflage pattern skirt, black leggings, nude knee-high pantyhose, black pointy toe and strappy flats.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, black round plastic disc dangly earrings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded jacket.  Listening to:  Strawberry Girl.

September 26, 2018

Three months until Boxing Day :)  Navy PRPL short sleeve 100th Anniversary t-shirt, cream mesh tank top, "mom" jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  rings, chunky blue beads choker necklace, blue enamel owl earrings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded jacket, navy heather hooded zip-up sweatshirt.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Listening to:  Strawberry Girl.
At night, Rose wine dinner at PQM (yum and fun!):  Black long sleeve buttondown cardigan, multi-striped sleeveless dress, black leggings, white socks, black pointy and strappy flats.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, two bright blue beads, one with an orange stripe dangly earrings. 

September 25, 2018

Three months until Christmas!  Black long sleeve buttondown cardigan, multi-striped sleeveless dress, *new* black leggings, white socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, two bright blue beads, one with an orange stripe dangly earrings.  Outerwear:  Navy heather hooded zip-up sweatshirt.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Listening to:  Strawberry Girl.

September 24, 2018

Jeans and shoes!  Aqua lacy short sleeve t-shirt, dark rinse jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, dangly wood and turquoise bead earrings.  Outerwear:  Navy heather hooded zip-up sweatshirt.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

September 23, 2018

Mollie's Public House for some of the Bears game and Homestyle Taste BYOB for dinner (yum and fun!):  Navy/green leafy pattern long sleeve tunic, black tank top, dark rinse jeans, white socks, brown cowboy boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold horseshoe pendant with diamond necklace, diamond studs.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

September 22, 2018

Bakery in the morning, but stayed in the rest of the day:  Navy/green leafy pattern long sleeve tunic, black tank top, dark rinse jeans, white socks, brown cowboy boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold horseshoe pendant with diamond necklace.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

September 21, 2018

Friday!  Navy/green leafy pattern long sleeve tunic, black tank top, dark rinse jeans, white socks, brown cowboy boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver olive leaf ring, white gold horseshoe pendant with diamond necklace.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Listening to:  Strawberry Girl.

September 20, 2018

Official wear!  Charcoal gray short sleeve PRPL polo, white camisole, denim skirt, navy tights, navy shoes with bow.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with amethyst and opal, dangly leaf-look earrings with turquoise sparkly stone.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Listening to:  Strawberry Girl.

September 19, 2018

Another pretty day!  Bright pink floral 3/4 sleeve blousson top, black sleeveless cotton dress underneath, black plastic sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, seashell bracelet, dangly earrings with two pearls and sparkly black bead.  Hair thing!  One bright pink fabric flower barrette.  Reading:  The Pretenders: License to Spill.  Listening to:  Strawberry Girl.

September 18, 2018

Winding down of the summer clothes:  Brown short sleeve swingy open cardigan, blush/gold flutter sleeve top, white camisole, white embossed skirt with cute buttons, nude small wedge peep toe sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, brown/pink/rhinestones/dark purple baubles bracelet, rose gold band with diamonds, dangly earrings with three brown sparkly stone.  Reading:  The Pretenders: License to Spill.

September 17, 2018

Working daytime!  Cream short sleeve long gold buttondown top, cream mesh tank top, cream/pink/dark pink/lilac/light blue striped linen skirt, nude small wedge peep toe sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, two pearls drop earrings, two pearl bracelets and two rhinestones bracelets.

September 16, 2018

Cubs game and CMJ for dinner with friends (too much fun even though the Cubs lost!):  White long sleeve buttondown cardigan, royal blue pleated cotton tank dress, *new* rose metallic sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold/sapphire/diamond bar earrings.

September 15, 2018

At work:  Turquoise/white striped sleeveless cotton dress, *new* white long sleeve t-shirt underneath, black leggings, white socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, two pearls drop earrings, pearl necklace, two pearl bracelets and two rhinestones bracelet.  Reading:  Pretenders: License to Spill.

September 14, 2018

Off!  Lunch at Bang Bang Pie Shop and dinner at Cuzin's, yum and fun!  Red/gray 3/4 sleeve "Blackhawks" t-shirt, cream mesh tank top, black jeans, white socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, steel heart pendant necklace.  Reading:  Starting:  Pretenders: License to Spill.

September 13, 2018

My Friday this week!  Black 3/4 sleeve Banana Republic lacy top, dark orange short sleeve cotton tie-back dress, black leggings, black pointy and strappy flats.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, steel heart pendant necklace.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Listening to, Starting:  Strawberry Girl by Lois Lenski.

September 12, 2018

Mid-week:  Dark rinse denim jacket with rolled up sleeves, white cotton short sleeve t-shirt dress with yellow panels, navy suede sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, big fake diamond studs.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

September 11, 2018

Still a sad day:  Light blue long sleeve buttondown cardigan, white floral sundress, nude patent peep toe slingback small wedge sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with aquamarine stone, silver ring with light blue bead, dangly cream "jellybean" earrings with red/yellow/blue flecks.  Outerwear:  Navy heather zip-up hooded sweatshirt.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

September 10, 2018

Off, lunch at Blackbird (yum and fun!):  Dark teal embellished long sleeve t-shirt, cream mesh tank top, *new* black skinny jeans, white socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, black round plastic disc dangly earrings.  Outerwear:  Navy heather zip-up hooded sweatshirt.
At night, Capri restaurant with a friend:  Red/gray 3/4 sleeve "Blackhawks" t-shirt, everything else the same.

September 9, 2018

At work:  Mint green long sleeve t-shirt, mint green/white striped long racerback tank top underneath, dark rinse skinny jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with green stone, silver necklace with swirly pendant and one olive green bead and one sparkly olive green stone, silver small etched hoop earrings with sparkly olive green dangly pendant.  Outerwear:  Navy heather hooded zip-up sweatshirt.

September 8, 2018

Errands day:  Navy long sleeve gauzy blousson top, cream mesh tank top, dark rinse skinny jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.  Reading:  Finished!  Pretenders by Lisi Harrison.

September 7, 2018

Off!  Driving and Hemmingway's for dinner (yum and fun!):  Navy long sleeve gauzy blousson top, cream mesh tank top, dark rinse skinny jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver olive leaf ring and matching earrings, white gold horseshoe pendant with diamond necklace.

September 6, 2018

Rainy!  White/black pattern long sleeve buttondown shirt, cream mesh tank top, khaki capris, black patent strappy one cent sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver olive leaf ring and matching earrings.  Reading:  The Pretenders.

September 5, 2018

First day of school shirt :)  Primary colors long sleeve "city" shirt, light blue cap sleeve cotton lawn dress, navy suede sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, pearl necklace, people earrings.  Reading:  Finished!  Sorority.  Starting, reading:  The Pretenders by Lisi Harrison.

September 4, 2018

Red, white, and blue!  White long sleeve raised dots buttondown cardigan, navy/mini white polka dots sleeveless ruffle collar shell, navy skirt, nude pantyhose, dark red flats with silver buckle.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, dangly earrings with etched brick red bead and red/white/blue Oriental pattern glass bead.  Reading:  Sorority.

September 3, 2018

Furniture shopping:  White short sleeve "Virgin Gorda" t-shirt, dark rinse skinny jeans, black peep toe cut-out sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, diamond studs.  Reading:  Sorority.

September 2, 2018

Sportsman's Club for Cafe Marie Jeanne BBQ at night (yum and fun!):  White short sleeve "Virgin Gorda" t-shirt, khaki/white floral shorts, light tan sandals with brass grommets.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, diamond studs.  Reading:  Sorority.

September 1, 2018

Hair cut day!  White short sleeve "Virgin Gorda" t-shirt, dark rinse skinny jeans, white socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.  Reading:  Sorority.

August 31, 2018

Jewelry from friends and loved ones:  *New* Bright blue and white marled long sleeve t-shirt, cream mesh tank top, "mom" jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch (from my husband), rings (ditto), silver ring with blue sparkly stone from my MIL, steel heart pendant necklace from a co-worker, light blue gray and white striped glass bead dangly earrings from a former co-worker.  Reading:  Sorority.

August 30, 2018

Free lunch!  Dark rinse jean jacket with sleeves rolled up, "sunset" colors patterned cotton tank dress, white socks, brown cowboy boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, gold dangly net-looking owl earrings. 

August 29, 2018

Official wear:  Charcoal gray short sleeve PRPL polo, cream mesh tank top, black pants, nude knee-high pantyhose, black patent small wedges.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver wrap bracelet with white and turquoise enamel lotus flower, dangly lilac heather bead and turquoise and gray stone.  Reading:  Sorority.

August 28, 2018

Off!  White short sleeve Virgin Gorda t-shirt, "mom" jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.  Reading:  Sorority.

August 27, 2018

First day back to normal!  Black lacy 3/4 sleeve Banana Republic top, royal blue cotton pleated tank dress, black patent strappy sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, big royal blue round plastic disc earrings, white gold bow bracelet, white gold with diamonds bow chain link bracelet.  Reading:  Sorority.

August 26, 2018

School shopping:  Light blue short sleeve "Cake" t-shirt, rolled up jean shorts, black cut-out peep toe sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.  Listening to:  Finished!  Bud Not Buddy.

August 25, 2018

Dog training and Ludlow Liquors for lunch:  Cream short sleeve "Cake" t-shirt, cream mesh tank top, dark rinse jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.  Outerwear, only in the morning:  Navy heather zip-up hooded sweatshirt.
At night, 80th birthday party!  Royal blue cotton pleated tank dress, black plastic sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, gold spikes necklace, gold really dangly tassel look earrings.

August 24, 2018

End of the week:  Cream short sleeve gold buttondown long top, cream mesh tank top, dark rinse jeans, bright camel two piece wedge sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, rose gold band with diamonds, gold twisty chain link bracelet, really dangly gold chain link earrings, gold spikes necklace.  Reading:  Sorority.  Listening to:  Bud Not Buddy.

August 23, 2018

Back at work:  White raised dots long sleeve buttondown cardigan, navy/white/gray/chartruse/ turquoise shell pattern short sleeve dress, navy tights, navy shoes with bow.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, two pearls drop earrings.  Reading:  Sorority.  Listening to:  Bud Not Buddy.

August 22, 2018

Court in the morning:  White raised dots long sleeve buttondown cardigan, navy/white/gray/chartruse/ turquoise shell pattern short sleeve dress, navy tights, navy shoes with bow.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, two pearls drop earrings.
Cake concert at Ravinia at night!  Cream short sleeve "Cake" t-shirt, cream mesh tank top, dark rinse jeans, white socks, black Converse.  Same jewelry.

August 21, 2018

She's baaaaack:  Aqua short sleeve lacy t-shirt, dark rinse jeans, white socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver square dangly earrings with silver owl.

August 20, 2018

Off!  Aqua short sleeve lacy t-shirt, dark rinse jeans, white socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver square dangly earrings with silver owl.

August 19, 2018

Dinner at a friends:  Bright pink short sleeve "James Sudz" t-shirt, dark rinse jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver square dangly earrings with silver owl inside.

August 18, 2018

Dog training:  Bright pink "James Sudz" short sleeve t-shirt, denim rolled-up shorts, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.
In the afternoon, lunch at Gibson's (yum and fun and Mike and Audrey!):  same t-shirt, dark rinse jeans, bright camel two piece wedge sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, square silver dangly earrings with silver owl.
At night, Fat Rice for dinner (yum and fun!):  Navy lacy short sleeve dress with self-belt, navy lacy shoes.  Same jewelry.

August 17, 2018

Fri-yay!  Turquoise/white striped sleeveless cotton dress, white long sleeve v-neck t-shirt underneath, black leggings, white socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with aquamarine stone and matching earrings, black cord bracelet with blue glass bead and silver etched bead with dangly cross.  Reading:  Sorority.  Listening to:  Bud Not Buddy.
At night, Funkenhausen for dinner (yum and fun!):  Navy lacy short sleeve dress with self-belt, navy lacy shoes.  Same jewelry.

August 16, 2018

Free lunch!  Black long sleeve buttondown cardigan, multi-striped sleeveless dress, black leggings, black cut-out peep toe sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, gold plastic beads and loops long necklace, gold two interlocking chains drop earrings.  Listening to:  Bud Not Buddy.

August 15, 2018

A bit tired today:  White/black pattern long sleeve buttondown shirt, cream mesh tank top, black pleated skirt, nude pantyhose, dark red flats with silver buckle.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver olive leaf ring and matching earrings.  Reading:  Sorority.  Listening to:  Bud Not Buddy.
Dinner at CMJ (yum and fun!):  Black long sleeve buttondown cardigan, multi-striped sleeveless dress, black leggings, black cut-out peep toe sandals.  Same jewelry.

August 14, 2018

Another hot day!  Yellow thin cotton long sleeve buttondown cardigan, navy/mini white dot ruffle collar sleeveless shell, navy skirt, navy suede sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold ring with pearl, two pearls drop earrings.  Reading:  Starting:  Sorority by Genevieve Sly Crane.  Listening to:  Bud Not Buddy.

August 13, 2018

Monday!  Bright pink with white flowers 3/4 sleeve blousson top, black sleeveless cotton dress underneath, black plastic sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, seashell bracelet, white dangly seashell disc earrings, gold ring with pink opal.  Reading:  May finish The Clique: the Manga.

August 12, 2018

Dinner at a friend's house:  Dark blue gray with white dots cap sleeve dress, white ribbed Miller Lite tank top underneath, brown braided leather belt, dark rinse rolled up jean shorts, light tan sandals with brass grommets.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, two royal blue beads and one with an orange stripe dangly earrings.

August 11, 2018

Went to Fennville, Michigan for the day, fun!!!  Multi-striped sleeveless dress, dark camel two piece wedge sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, two royal blue beads and one with an orange stripe dangly earrings.

August 10, 2018

Friday!!!  Dark blue gray with white dots cap sleeve dress, white long sleeve H&M t-shirt underneath, brown braided leather belt, dark rinse jeans, white socks, brown cowboy boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, brown wood dangly owl earrings.  Reading:  The Clique: the manga.  Listening to:  Bud Not Buddy.

August 9, 2018

Official wear one last time:  Black short sleeve PRPL SRC 2018 t-shirt, cream mesh tank top, cropped khakis, black cut out peep toe sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, black round plastic disc dangly earrings.  Reading:  The Clique: the manga.  Listening to:  Bud Not Buddy.

August 8, 2018

Schmoozing:  Black Banana Republic one button blazer with the sleeves rolled up, royal blue cotton pleated tank dress, black patent strappy one cent sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold/sapphire/diamond bar earrings, white gold horseshoe pendant with diamond necklace.  Listening to:  Bud Not Buddy.

August 7, 2018

More jeans!  Light gray 2017 PRPL SRC short sleeve t-shirt, cream mesh tank top, "mom" jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver hoop earrings with rainbow colored sunflower clay bead.  Hair thing:  One silver barrette.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Listening to:  Bud Not Buddy.

August 6, 2018

Daytime!  Aqua lacy short sleeve t-shirt, dark rinse jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, gold Minnie Mouse earrings with aquamarine sparkly stone.  Hair thing:  One silver barrette.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

August 5, 2018

Race at Road America in Elkhart Lake, WI!!!  Flutter sleeve butterfly pattern t-shirt, dark rinse denim rolled up shorts, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, two pearls drop earrings.  Hair thing:  One brown barrette.

August 4, 2018

Dog training in the morning:  Flutter sleeve butterfly pattern t-shirt, dark rinse rolled up jean shorts, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  rings.
Afterwards:  dinner at a friend's house:  Same t-shirt, white jeans, camel two piece wedge sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, two pearls drop earrings.

August 3, 2018

Jeans, jeans, jeans, well, you get the point!  Navy/white mini polka dots sleeveless ruffle collar shell, dark rinse jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, two pearls drop earrings.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

August 2, 2018

Jeans, jeans, jeans!  Royal blue/gray 3/4 sleeve PRPL SRC baseball style t-shirt from a few years back, "mom" jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, dangly earrings with etched brick red bead and red/white/blue oriental pattern bead.  Hair thing:  One brown barrette.

August 1, 2018

New month!  Navy open weave short sleeve open cardigan, white sleeveless buttondown shirt, cream mesh tank top, newer dark rinse jeans, pigeon socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, gold hoop earrings, necklace (last one pretty much!): burnished gold antique-y charms long necklace.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Listening to, starting:  Bud Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis.

July 31, 2018

Shifting day!  Pink long sleeve t-shirt, pink/white striped long racerback tank top underneath, newer dark rinse skinny jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, necklace (almost done!): fuschia/black beads necklace, dangly earrings with three fuschia beads and gold etched bead.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

July 30, 2018

Rented a boat on Lake Geneva, fun in the sun!  Fuschia/white striped short sleeve swim top, fuschia swim dress cover-up, fuschia swim briefs, black Nike flip flops, black cut-out peep toe sandals after the boat.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.

July 29, 2018

At work!  Navy/bright green leafy pattern 3/4 sleeve blouson top, black tank top underneath, newer dark rinse jeans, white socks, brown cowboy boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, blue enamel owl earrings, necklace:  chunky blue beads choker necklace.

July 28, 2018

Dog training in the morning:  Black long sleeve long buttondown cardigan, black tank dress with purple/light blue/tan/white camouflage skirt, black shiny leggings, white socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white and black enamel small owl earrings.
Dinner at a friend's house at night:  Bright turquoise cotton short sleeve peplum top, dark rinse jeans, black plastic sandals.  Same jewelry.

July 27, 2018

White Sox game at night!  They lost :(  Black long sleeve long buttondown cardigan, black tank dress with purple/light blue/tan/white camouflage skirt, black shiny leggings, white socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white and black enamel small owl earrings.

July 26, 2018

Doctors day, lunch at Red Stone, dinner at a friend's house:  White long sleeve buttondown cardigan, white/pink abstract floral cotton cap sleeve t-shirt dress, white tank top underneath, black shiny leggings, black plastic sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, cream big seashell disc dangly earrings, pearl necklace.

July 25, 2018

Five months until Christmas!  White long sleeve buttondown cardigan, white/pink abstract floral cap sleeve cotton t-shirt dress, black shiny leggings, white socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, necklace:  pearl necklace, white big seashell disc dangly earrings.  Reading:  Finished!  #WeRateDogs.  Listening to:  Number the Stars.

July 24, 2018

Lacy!  Navy lacy short sleeve dress with self-belt, bright navy lacy tights, navy lacy shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold bow chain link bracelet with diamonds, white gold bow ties bracelet, white gold/sapphire/diamond bar earrings, necklace: silver etched flower bar pendant necklace.  Reading:  #weratedogs.  Listening to:  Number the Stars.

July 23, 2018

Back from the dead:  Dark rinse denim jacket with rolled up sleeves, white floral sundress, white socks, brown cowboy boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, necklace: silver Tiffany heart pendant necklace, silver rectangle dangly earrings with blue glass inside, white gold bow chain link bracelet with diamonds, white gold bow ties bracelet.  Reading:  #weratedogs.

July 22, 2018

Grocery shopping:  Sky blue/white striped long sleeve boatneck t-shirt, cream mesh tank top, dark rinse jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver rectangle dangly earrings with blue glass inside.

July 21, 2018

Cubs game at night!  (They lost, sigh):  Navy long sleeve gauzy top, cream mesh tank top, dark rinse jeans, white socks, brown cowboy boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, necklace: silver Tiffany heart pendant necklace, silver rectangle dangly earrings with blue glass inside.  Outerwear:  Navy heather zip-up sweatshirt

July 17-20, 2018, sick hiatus :(

July 16, 2018

Sigh, Monday:  Purple suit jacket, black sleeveless cotton dress, black cut-out peep toe sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, diamond studs, silver ring with black stone, necklace:  marcasite and black onyx pendant necklace.  Reading:  Starting:  #WeRateDogs by Matt Nelson.

July 15, 2018

Pig roast at a friend's house!  White floral sundress, navy suede sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, diamond studs, white gold bow chain link bracelet with diamonds, white gold bow ties bracelet, silver Tiffany heart pendant necklace.

July 14, 2018

Errands and dinner at a friend's backyard:  Bright pink short sleeve "James Sudz" t-shirt, dark rinse rolled up jean shorts, black plastic sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.  Reading:  Finished!  Ship It.

July 13, 2018

Friday the 13th!  Black short sleeve PRPL 2018 SRC t-shirt, cream mesh tank top underneath, dark rinse jeans, white socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with black stone, necklace: marcasite and black stone cross pendant necklace.  Reading:  Ship It.  Listening to:  Number the Stars.

July 12, 2018

Another warm one!  Cream short sleeve long top with gold buttons, cream mesh tank top, brown pants, nude knee-high pantyhose, brown animal print peep toe wedges.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, gold hoop earrings, necklace:  gold costume jewelry necklace with rhinestones and brown sparkly stones owl pendant.  Reading:  Ship It.  Listening to:  Number the Stars.

July 11, 2018

Lucky day!  Navy short sleeve open weave cardigan, light blue cap sleeve cotton lawn dress, nude pantyhose, watercolor shoes with bow in the front.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with light blue bead, dangly lots of mini seashell discs earrings, necklace: navy/white/gold enamel owl pendant necklace.  Reading:  Ship It.  Listening to:  Number the Stars.

July 10, 2018

Another nice day:  Pink long sleeve t-shirt, pink/white striped racerback long tank top underneath, cream/pink/dark pink/lilac/light blue striped linen skirt, nude patent slingback small wedges.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, dangly earrings with three fuschia beads and one etched gold bead, gold costume jewelry owl necklace with lilac shiny beads.  Reading:  Ship It.  Listening to:  Number the Stars.

July 9, 2018

Monday again:  Gray herringbone suit jacket, black sleeveless cotton dress, nude pantyhose, black patent small wedges.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, big fake diamond studs, white gold band with diamonds, necklace:  black quartz, rhinestones, and gold costume jewelry owl pendant on a chain.  Reading:  Ship It.

July 8, 2018

Dinner at a friend's house:  Dark blue gray/white dots cap sleeve dress, white ribbed "Miller Lite" tank top underneath, dark rinse rolled up jean shorts, navy lacy shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.

July 7, 2018

Giant for dinner with friends (yum and fun!):  Navy gauzy blousey 3/4 sleeve top, dark rinse denim jeans, two piece camel wedge sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver thin bangle bracelet, silver ring with bright blue sparkly stone, necklace: silver necklace with bow.

July 6, 2018

Friday!  *New* Navy gauzy blousey 3/4 sleeve top, cream mesh tank top, dark rinse denim jeans, two piece camel wedge sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver thin bangle bracelet, silver ring with bright blue sparkly stone, necklace: silver necklace with bow.  Reading:  Ship It.  Starting, listening to:  Number the Stars by Lois Lowry.

July 5, 2018

Another hot one!  Black short sleeve PRPL SRC 2018 t-shirt, white H&M long sleeve t-shirt underneath, denim skirt, black cut-out peep toe sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white round plastic disc dangly earrings, necklace: bright pink chain link necklace with cute bright sparkly pink owl pendant.  Reading:  Ship It.

July 4, 2018

Party!  White short sleeve "Virgin Gorda" t-shirt, khaki/white floral print shorts, light tan two strap sandals with brass grommets.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.

July 3, 2018

Hot again:  Black lacy 3/4 sleeve Banana Republic top, dark orange short sleeve v-neck cotton tie-back dress, black shiny leggings, black cut-out peep toe sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, 10k gold ring, orange jelly "Read" bracelet, necklace: gold necklace with round gold pendant with rhinestone.  Reading:  Starting:  Ship It by Britta Lundin.

July 2, 2018

Back to work, back to necklaces:  Brown swingy short sleeve open cardigan, blush/gold thread flutter sleeve top, cream mesh tank top, white embossed skirt with fabric buttons, nude patent small wedge slingback sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, three sparkly brown beads dangly earrings, necklace: black cord necklace with brown sparkly stones sunburst pendant. 

July 1, 2018

Watched the Formula 1 race at Racine Plumbing:  Navy short sleeve "Ferrari" polo, cream mesh tank top, khaki/white floral pattern shorts, light camel two strap sandals with brass grommets.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, two pearls drop earrings.
Afterwards, Ludlow Liquors for a Bacchanal pop-up and Ina Mae's (missing New Orleans!):  White short sleeve "Virgin Gorda" t-shirt, cream mesh tank top, khaki/white floral pattern shorts, light camel two strap sandals with brass grommets.  Same jewelry.

June 30, 2018

Grocery shopping:  Black tank dress with purple and other colors camouflage pattern skirt, black plastic sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, black plastic round plastic disc dangly earrings.

June 29, 2018

Dinner at Agostino's:  Black tank dress with purple and other colors camouflage pattern skirt, black plastic sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.

June 28, 2018

Wake at night :(  *new* black buttondown long sleeve cardigan with pockets, black tank dress with purple and other colors camouflage pattern skirt, black shiny leggings, black plastic sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, diamond studs.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

June 27, 2018

Back home but breakfast at the Ruby Slipper Cafe (yum and fun the whole trip!):  Dark rinse denim jacket with rolled up sleeves, white floral sundress, white socks, brown cowboy boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, diamond studs.

June 26, 2018

Drinks and Lunch at the oyster bar at the Royal Sonesta hotel, Shobu, and a few other places, dinner at Antoine's Restaurant (established 1840!), stayed overnight at the Inn on St. Peters:  Navy short sleeve open weave cardigan, white floral sundress, white socks, brown cowboy boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, diamond studs.

June 25, 2018

Last day at ALA:  Charcoal gray short sleeve PRPL polo, white camisole, denim skirt, navy suede sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, diamond studs.
At night, Deanie's Seafood and a few other places for drinks and more food, one had a Ramos gin fizz that a machine shook for 6 minutes!  Turquoise/white striped sleeveless cotton dress, white ribbed "Cabo" tank top underneath, dark rinse rolled up jean shorts, black plastic sandals.  Same jewelry.

June 24, 2018

ALA during the day:  Navy short sleeve open weave cardigan, white sleeveless buttondown shirt, white camisole, navy skirt, navy suede sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, diamond studs.
At night, met a friend and dinner at Cane and Table and a few other places like Manolito again for drinks:  Sunset colors cotton tank dress, white socks, brown cowboy boots.  Same jewelry.

June 23, 2018

ALA during the day:  Black short sleeve PRPL SRC 2018 t-shirt, cream mesh tank top, denim skirt, navy suede sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, diamond studs.
At night, Cochon with Leah (yum and fun!):  Flutter sleeve butterfly pattern t-shirt, denim skirt, black plastic sandals.  Same jewelry.

June 22, 2018

Lunch at Turkey and the Wolf:  Turquoise/white striped sleeveless cotton dress, white ribbed "Cabo" tank top underneath, dark rinse rolled up jean shorts, black plastic sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, diamond studs.
At night, Michelle Obama and opening exhibits at ALA, dinner at the Westin hotel:  Navy short sleeve open weave cardigan, gray sleeveless cotton dress, navy suede sandals.  Same jewelry.

June 21, 2018

Big day!  Beignets at Cafe Du Monde, lunch at Acme Oyster House, walked (!) to Bacchanal (and had to stop at Bao & Noodle for peach bubble tea and Elizabeth's for dinner #1), ubered back to Manolito. 
During the day:  Bright pink "James Sudz" short sleeve t-shirt, dark rinse rolled up jean shorts, black plastic sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, diamond studes.
At night:  Sunset colors cotton tank dress, white socks, brown cowboy boots.  Same jewelry.

June 20, 2018

Got to New Orleans!  Erin Rose for frozen Irish coffee, Meaux Bar for dinner, bed by 10:30!  Dark rinse jean jacket with rolled up sleeves (for the flight), white floral sundress, white socks, brown cowboy boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, diamond studs.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

June 19, 2018

Half a day!  White long sleeve buttondown cardigan, turquoise/white striped sleeveless cotton dress, white ribbed "Cabo" tank top, black shiny leggings, black cut-out peep toe sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, cream "jellybean" dangly earrings with red/blue/yellow paint flecks, necklace (on hiatus until July):  black cord necklace with silver etched bead with pearl drop.  Listening to, finished!  The Witch of Blackbird Pond.

June 18, 2018

Day time!  Charcoal gray short sleeve PRPL polo, white camisole, black pants, nude knee-high pantyhose, black patent small wedges.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, dangly earrings with dusty lilac bead and turquoise stone from NOLA, no necklace today.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Listening to:  The Witch of Blackbird Pond.

June 17, 2018

Backyard BBQ at a friend's for Father's Day!  White/turquoise blue stripe sleeveless cotton dress, white "Cabo" ribbed tank top underneath, dark rinse rolled up jean shorts, two straps camel sandals with brass grommets.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, cream "jellybean" dangly earrings with red/blue/yellow paint flecks.

June 16, 2018

Went with:  Bright turquoise short sleeve peplum t-shirt, cream mesh tank top underneath, dark rinse rolled up jean shorts, black cut-out peep toe sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, big fake diamond studs, "L" encrusted diamonds pendant with silver chain necklace.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Finished!  The Dirty Book Club.

June 15, 2018

Mid-month:  Bright turquoise short sleeve cotton wrap top, cream mesh tank top, dark rinse jeans, *new* pigeon socks :)  black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, big fake diamond studs, silver ring with amethyst and opal, necklace:  diamonds encrusted "L" pendant on a silver chain necklace.  Reading:  The Dirty Book Club.  Listening to:  The Witch of Blackbird Pond.

June 14, 2018

Off!  Bright turquoise short sleeve cotton wrap top, cream mesh tank top, dark rinse jeans, bright camel two straps wedges.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, big fake diamond studs, silver ring with amethyst and opal, necklace:  diamonds encrusted "L" pendant on a silver chain necklace.

June 13, 2018

Mid-week!  Tan woven cap sleeve comfy vest, black long sleeve thin cotton t-shirt, black pants, nude knee-high pantyhose, black patent small wedge heels.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver etched hoops with dangly pendant with sparkly olive stone, necklace:  silver necklace with swirly silver pendant with an olive bead and a sparkly olive stone.  Reading:  The Dirty Book Club.  Listening to:  The Witch of Blackbird Pond.

June 12, 2018

New clothes!  *New* navy short sleeve lacy self-belt dress, bright navy lacy tights, *new* navy lacy comfy shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, gold zipper earrings, rose gold band with diamonds, necklace:  gold spokes necklace.  Reading:  The Dirty Book Club.  Listening to:  The Witch of Blackbird Pond.

June 11, 2018

Representing:  Navy heather zip-up hooded sweatshirt, black short sleeve 2018 PRPL SRC t-shirt, denim skirt, navy tights, navy shoes with bow in the front.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with bright blue sparkly stone, silver rectangle earrings with blue glass inside, necklace:  steel heart pendant necklace.
At night, BBQ at Spilt Milk (yum and fun!):  Navy/green leafy pattern long sleeve tunic, black tank top underneath, dark rinse jeans, white socks, brown cowboy boots.  Same jewelry except no necklace.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up jacket.

June 10, 2018

Watched the Formula 1 race at Sully's House, Off Color Brewing after, and dinner at a friend's house (yum and fun all day!):  Navy heather zip-up hooded sweatshirt, navy short sleeve "Ferrari" polo, cream mesh tank top, dark rinse jeans, white socks, brown cowboy boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold/sapphire/diamond bar earrings, thin silver bracelet.  Reading:  The Dirty Book Club.

June 9, 2018

Dinner at Small Cheval with a friend (yum and fun!):  Navy/green leafy print long sleeve tunic, black tank top, dark rinse jeans, white socks, brown cowboy boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold/sapphire/diamond bar earrings, thin silver bracelet.

June 8, 2018

National Jelly-filled Donut Day!  Aqua lacy short sleeve t-shirt, dark rinse jeans, white socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with amethyst and opal, necklace:  sparkly purple teardrop stones marcasite necklace and matching earrings.  Listening to:  The Witch of Blackbird Pond.

June 7, 2018

Long week:  Cream short sleeve tunic with gold buttons, brown pants, nude knee-high pantyhose, brown animal print peep toe wedges.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, necklace:  long gold plastic beads and loops necklace, gold twisty chain link bracelet, gold interlocking chains drop earrings, 10k gold ring from Venture :)  Reading:  The Dirty Book Club.  Listening to:  The Witch of Blackbird Pond.

June 6, 2018

Happy Birthday Kedzie R.I.P.  Black short sleeve 2018 PRPL SRC t-shirt, white long sleeve H&M t-shirt underneath, tan cropped pants, black cut-out sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, diamond studs, necklace:  white gold horseshoe pendant with diamond necklace.  Reading:  The Dirty Book Club.  Listening to:  The Witch of Blackbird Pond.

June 5, 2018

My grandma's birthday:  Brown short sleeve swingy open cardigan, white long sleeve H&M t-shirt, white camisole, white embossed skirt with cute buttons, nude patent slingback small wedge sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, necklace:  silver collar necklace with wood inserts, dangly steel rectangle earrings with silver owl inside rectangle.  Reading:  The Dirty Book Club.  Listening to:  The Witch of Blackbird Pond.

June 4, 2018

Day time!  Paprika J. Crew shift dress with front pockets, brown tights, brown animal print peep toe wedges.  Jewelry:  starting to wear necklaces "in order:"  sparkly rhinestones necklace with aqua blue agate pendant, dangly wire earrings with bright turquoise bead from NOLA, multi-colored beaded bracelet.  Reading:  The Dirty Book Club.  Listening to:  The Witch of Blackbird Pond.

June 3, 2018

More errands:  Aqua lacy short sleeve t-shirt, dark rinse jeans, white socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, dangly wire earrings with bright turquoise bead from NOLA.

June 2, 2018

Shopping and a friend came over for dinner!  Navy heather hooded zip-up sweatshirt, pink long sleeve t-shirt, white camisole, newer dark rinse jeans, white socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.

June 1, 2018

June, yahoo!  *New* black 2018 PRPL SRC short sleeve t-shirt, pink long sleeve t-shirt underneath, newer dark rinse jeans, white socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, bright blue plastic diamond-shaped bead dangly earrings.  Reading:  Starting:  The Dirty Book Club by Lisi Harrison.  Listening to:  The Witch of Blackbird Pond.

May 31, 2018

Goodbye May!  Pink long sleeve t-shirt, pink/white striped racerback long tank top, cream/pink/dark pink/lilac/light blue striped linen skirt, nude patent small wedge sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, fuschia/black beads necklace, dangly earrings with three fuschia beads and gold etched bead.  Listening to:  The Witch of Blackbird Pond.

May 30, 2018

Another lovely day!  White/black pattern long sleeve buttondown shirt, cream mesh tank top, black pleated skirt, black patent strappy one cent sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with black stone, silver hoop earrings with black with white dots plastic bead.  Reading:  Alison's Automotive Repair Manual.  Listening to, Starting:  The Witch of Blackbird Pond by Elizabeth George Speare.

May 29, 2018

Back to work:  White long sleeve buttondown cardigan, *New* multi-colored striped sleeveless dress, nude pantyhose, brown cowboy boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold ring with pearl, white round plastic disc dangly earrings.  Reading:  Alison's Automotive Repair Manual.

May 28, 2018

Memorial Day!  White short sleeve "Virgin Gorda" t-shirt, khaki/white floral shorts, black cut-out sandals.  Jewelry:  rings.

May 27, 2018

Hot!  Light blue short sleeve "Cake" t-shirt, dark rinse rolled up jean shorts, black cut-out sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, dangly earrings with etched brick red bead and oriental pattern red/white/blue bead.  Reading:  Chicago magazine and Alison's Automotive Repair Manual.

May 26, 2018

At work:  Navy short sleeve open weave open cardigan, white sleeveless buttodown shirt, white camisole, navy skirt, *new* navy suede sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver bracelet with three blue lapis squares, dangly earrings with brick red etched bead and red/white/blue oriental pattern bead.  Reading:  Alison's Automotive Repair Manual.

May 25, 2018

Seven months until Christmas!  Flutter sleeve butterfly pattern top, dark rinse rolled up jean shorts, black cut-out sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, light brown/blue/teal/red beaded bracelet,  wood dangly owl earrings.

May 24, 2018

Getting warmer!  Dark rinse jean jacket with sleeves rolled up, white sleeveless buttondown shirt, white camisole, brown pants, nude knee-high pantyhose, brown animal print peep toe wedges.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, blue/light brown/red/teal beaded bracelet, dangly wood owl earrings.  Reading:  Alison's Automotive Repair Manual.

May 23, 2018

Sun!   Black lacy Banana Republic 3/4 sleeve top, dark orange short sleeve tie-back cotton dress, black leggings, black pointy strappy flats.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, big fake diamond studs, white gold bow chain link bracelet with diamonds, black quartz/gold/rhinestones owl pendant necklace.  Reading:  Alison's Automotive Repair Manual.  Did finish, Listening to:  Jacob Have I Loved.

May 22, 2018

Sun???  Black opaque pleated long sleeve blouse, cream mesh tank top, multi-color and fabric wrap skirt with studded belt, black leggings, nude knee-high pantyhose, black patent small wedges.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver olive leaf earrings and matching ring.  Reading:  Alison's Automotive Repair Manual.  Listening to, may finish:  Jacob Have I Loved.

May 21, 2018

Gross out:  Bright pink/white floral 3/4 sleeve blousson top, black sleeveless cotton tank dress, nude fishnet tights, black sparkly shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, seashell bracelet, pink opal gold ring, lots of mini seashells dangly earrings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up jacket.  Reading:  Alison's Automotive Repair Manual.

May 20, 2018

Brunch at Craft Urban with friends (yum and fun!):  Navy/green leaf pattern long sleeve tunic, black tank top, dark rinse jeans, white socks, brown cowboy boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, lots of mini seashells dangly earrings.

May 19, 2018

Went with:  Floyd's Pub, Lost Lake, Hemmingways:  First outfit:  Navy blue short sleeve "Moritat" t-shirt, white H&M long sleeve t-shirt underneath, "mom" jeans, white socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, dangly earrings with etched brick red bead and oriental pattern red/white/blue bead.  Second outfit:  All the same except *new* navy/green leaf pattern long sleeve tunic and no earrings.

May 18, 2018

Fri-yay!  Navy short sleeve PRPL 100th Anniversary t-shirt, white H&M long sleeve t-shirt underneath, "mom" jeans, white socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, dangly earrings with etched brick red bead and red/white/blue oriental pattern bead.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up jacket.  Reading:  Alison's Automotive Repair Manual.  Listening to:  Jacob Have I Loved.

May 17, 2018

Official wear:  Charcoal gray short sleeve PRPL polo, cream mesh tank top, denim skirt, navy tights, navy shoes with bow in the front.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with amethyst and opal, dangly earrings with bright blue plastic diamond shaped bead.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Listening to:  Jacob Have I Loved.

May 16, 2018

Mid-week:  Black short sleeve swingy open cardigan with sequin lapels, black cotton short sleeve t-shirt dress, nude pantyhose, red flats with silver buckle.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, black round plastic disc dangly earrings, silver thin bracelet.  Reading:  Alison's Automotive Repair Manual.  Listening to:  Jacob Have I Loved.

May 15, 2018

Skokie, then Amerika's Restaurant for lunch:  Black short sleeve swingy open cardigan with sequin lapels, black cotton short sleeve t-shirt dress, nude pantyhose, black pointy strappy flats.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, black round plastic disc dangly earrings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up jacket.

May 14, 2018

Monday again:  White long sleeve buttondown cardigan, black tank dress with multi-color camouflage pattern skirt, black shiny leggings, black cut-out peep toe sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, dangly silver owl earrings with sparkly black stone eyes.  Outerwear (in the morning):  Black hooded zip-up jacket.

May 13, 2018

Mother's Day!  Glow in the dark mini golf during the day:  White long sleeve buttondown cardigan, mint green/white striped long racerback tank top, "mom" jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, small etched hoop earrings with dangly pendant with sparkly olive green stone.  Outerwear:  Black hooded furry lined jacket.
At night, Hemmingway's for dinner (yum and fun!):  White long sleeve buttondown cardigan, black tank dress with multi-color camouflage pattern skirt, black shiny leggings, black cut-out peep toe sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, dangly silver owl earrings with sparkly black stone eyes.

May 12, 2018

Dinner at Forno Rosso with family and friends:  Mint green long sleeve t-shirt, mint green/white striped long racerback tank top underneath, "mom" jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver necklace with small swirly pendant and dangly olive bead and dangly sparkly olive stone, silver small etched hoops with silver dangly pendant with sparkly olive stone.  Outerwear:  Black hooded furry lined jacket.

May 11, 2018

Off, MIL in town, Bar Biscay and Cafe Marie Jeanne for food (yum and fun!):  Sky blue/white striped long sleeve boatneck t-shirt, cream mesh tank top, "mom" jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with bright blue sparkly stone, cream "jellybean" dangly earrings with blue/red/yellow flecks.  Outerwear:  Black hooded furry lined jacket.

May 10, 2018

Official wear:  Charcoal gray short sleeve PRPL polo, cream mesh tank top, black pants, nude knee-high pantyhose, black patent wedges.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with amethyst and opal, dangly earrings with turquoise bead in the shape of a leaf.  Reading:  Alison's Automotive Repair Manual.  Listening to:  Jacob Have I Loved.

May 9, 2018

Business attire:  Gray herringbone pants suit, navy/white mini polka dot ruffle collar sleeveless shell, nude knee-high pantyhose, black patent small wedges.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, two pearls drop earrings, white gold ring with pearl.  Listening to:  Jacob Have I Loved.

May 8, 2018

Lovely day :)  Black one button Banana Republic blazer, royal blue pleated cotton tank dress with self-tie, black strappy pointy flats.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver dangly rectangle earrings with blue glass inside.  Reading:  Alison's Automotive Repair Manual.  Listening to:  Jacob Have I Loved.

May 7, 2018

Working daytime!!!  Cornflower blue/navy floral short sleeve buttondown tie-back dress, black thin cotton long sleeve t-shirt underneath, black floral fishnet tights, black sparkly shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, chunky blue beads necklace, navy enamel owl earrings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up jacket.  Reading:  Alison's Automotive Repair Manual.  Listening to, Starting Newbery Medal winner:  Jacob Have I Loved by Katherine Paterson.

May 6, 2018

At work:  White raised dots long sleeve buttondown cardigan, navy/white/gray/ turquoise/chartreuse short sleeve shell pattern dress, nude pantyhose, navy shoes with bow in the front.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white round plastic disc dangly earrings. 

May 5, 2018

Errands and a bbq at night:  Flutter sleeve butterfly pattern top, dark rinse rolled up jean shorts, tan sandals with brass rivets.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.

May 4, 2018

Went with:  lunch at Little Bad Wolf and a birthday party at Cafe Marie Jeanne and Todos Santos at night:  Aqua lacy short sleeve t-shirt, dark rinse jeans, white socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, aqua/lavender dangly stone earrings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up jacket.

May 3, 2018

Warm!!!  White/black pattern long sleeve buttondown shirt, cream mesh tank top, tan cropped a bit pants, black patent strappy 1 cent sandals.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with black stone, silver hoop earrings with black with white polka dots plastic bead.  Reading:  Alison's Automotive Repair Manual.

May 2, 2018

Sigh, again, this time at Maybrook:  White raised dots long sleeve buttondown cardigan, white/navy/chartruse/gray shell pattern short sleeve dress, nude pantyhose, navy shoes with bow in the front.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

May 1, 2018

Summer clothes have started!!!  Brown short sleeve swingy open cardigan, white sleeveless buttondown shirt, white camisole, brown pants, nude knee-high pantyhose, brown animal print peep toe wedges.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, sparkly rhinestones chain with aqua agate pendant, dangly earrings with wood piece and turquoise bead.  Reading:  Alison's Automotive Repair Manual.

April 30, 2018

Last day of the month!  Denim heather 3/4 sleeve twisty waist band t-shirt, cream mesh tank top, denim skirt, gray zigzag pattern tights, gray suede slouchy ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, blue enamel owl earrings, chunky blue beads necklace.  Outerwear (only at night):  Black hooded zip-up jacket.  Reading:  Starting:  Alison's Automotive Repair Manual by Brad Barkley.

April 29, 2018

Watched the F1 race and TaCabron for lunch afterwards:  Navy short sleeve "Ferrari" polo, cream mesh tank top, dark rinse skinny jeans, white socks, brown cowboy boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, blue enamel owl earrings.  Outerwear:  Pink tweed coat.

April 28, 2018

Avengers: Infinity War at the Lake Theatre at night and helped at Fenwick after that:  Denim heather 3/4 sleeve twisty waist band t-shirt, cream mesh tank top, dark rinse jeans, white socks, brown cowboy boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, blue enamel owl earrings.  Outerwear:  Pink tweed coat.

April 27, 2018

Another fun day (sigh):  Black knit long sleeve open swingy cardigan, cookies 'n cream short sleeve t-shirt, gray cords, white socks, gray suede slouchy ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up jacket.

April 26, 2018

Working at night!  Navy open weave short sleeve open cardigan, gray sleeveless cotton dress underneath, navy tights, navy shoes with bow in the front.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, two pearls drop earrings, four pearl bracelets.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up jacket.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

April 25, 2018

Finally resolved!  Navy open weave short sleeve open cardigan, gray sleeveless cotton dress underneath, navy tights, navy shoes with bow in the front.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver square dangly earrings with silver owl.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up jacket.

April 24, 2018

Finally getting nice out!  Black knit open long sleeve cardigan, olive green ribbed knit long sleeve long dress, black tights, black suede heeled ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold band with diamonds, silver Tiffany heart pendant necklace, *new* silver owl on a silver square earrings from NOLA.  Outerwear:  Pink tweed coat.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

April 23, 2018

Working daytime again!  Cream short sleeve long top with gold buttons, cream mesh tank top, brown leather skirt, brown tights, brown animal print peep toe wedges.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, gold hoop earrings, gold plastic beads and hoops long necklace.  Outerwear:  Pink tweed coat, tan fringed scarf.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

April 22, 2018

First Backyard BBQ at our friend's house!  Charcoal gray one button blazer, red/gray short sleeve "Blackhawks" t-shirt, dark rinse jeans, white socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up jacket.  Reading:  Finished!  Turtles All the Way Down.

April 21, 2018

Lunch at Craft Urban with friends (yum and fun!):  Charcoal gray one button blazer, red/gray short sleeve "Blackhawks" t-shirt, dark rinse jeans, white socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.  Outerwear:  Just tan fringed scarf!

April 20, 2018

Friday!  Charcoal gray one button blazer, red/gray 3/4 sleeve "Blackhawks" t-shirt, dark rinse skinny jeans, black socks, black Converse.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver drop sprocket earrings.  Outerwear:  Pink tweed coat.  Reading:  Turtles All the Way Down.

April 19, 2018

Pretty but cold:  Black lambswool zip-up sweater jacket, dark periwinkle sleeveless dress, nude pantyhose, black runched knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, dangly wire earrings with bright blue plastic bead, silver ring with bright blue stone, silver bar necklace with etched flower design.  Outerwear:  The usual.  Reading:  Turtles All the Way Down.

April 18, 2018

Back from hiatus!  Fuschia alpaca long sleeve cardigan with fancy buttons, black short sleeve cotton t-shirt dress, black floral pattern tights, black sparkly shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, gold lattice dangly owl earrings.  Outerwear:  The usual.  Reading:  Turtles All the Way Down.

April 10-17 on hiatus

April 9, 2018

Working daytime!  Dark camel suede runched middle zip-up jacket, cream ribbed short sleeve turtleneck underneath, denim skirt, brown tights, brown runched knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, gold ring with pearl, gold bunny earrings with pearl.  Outerwear:  The usual.  Reading:  Turtles All the Way Down.

April 8, 2018

Watched the Formula 1 race at Racine Plumbing bar, lunch at The Bad Apple:  White long sleeve raised dots buttondown cardigan, *new* short sleeve navy "Ferrari" polo, dark rinse jeans, white socks, brown heeled leather ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white bunny earrings.  Outerwear:  The usual

April 7, 2018

Cafe Marie for lunch, at a friend's house for dinner:  Brown short sleeve swingy open cardigan, blush/gold thread flutter sleeve top, white camisole, brown jeans, brown socks, brown heeled leather ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, seashell bracelet, white bunny earrings.  Outerwear:  The usual.

April 6, 2018

Friday!  Brown short sleeve swingy open cardigan, blush/gold thread flutter sleeve top, white camisole, brown jeans, brown socks, brown leather heeled ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white bunny earrings, seashells bracelet.  Outerwear:  The usual.  Reading:  Turtles All the Way Down.

April 5, 2018

Snow :(  Sage green cashmere long sleeve turtleneck sweater, cream mesh tank top, charcoal gray pants, white socks, gray suede slouchy ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver bracelet with gold fleur-de-lis, dangly earrings with gold hoop and white bunny head inside hoop.  Outerwear:  Back to the Usual.  Reading:  Turtles All the Way Down.

April 4, 2018

Mid-week:  Yellow thin cotton long sleeve buttondown cardigan, navy/mini white polka dots sleeveless shell with ruffle collar, navy skirt, navy tights, navy shoes with bow in the front.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, gold ring with pearl, gold twisty chain link bracelet, gold bunny earrings with pearl.  Outerwear:  Back to the usual.  Reading:  Turtles All the Way Down.

April 3, 2018

Gloomy:  Dark rinse denim jacket with rolled up sleeves, black short sleeve cotton t-shirt dress, pastel colored scarf with fringe, white socks, brown cowboy boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white bunny earrings.  Outerwear:  North Face coat, pink chenille gloves.  Reading:  Turtles All the Way Down.

April 2, 2018

At work:  Reef heather long sleeve cowlneck knit tunic, black leggings, black socks, black runched knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, marcasite owl pin, dangly earrings with gold hoop and white Easter bunny head in hoop.  Outerwear:  Pink tweed coat, pink chenille gloves, blue striped scarf.  Reading:  Turtles All the Way Down.

April 1, 2018

Easter brunch at Hemmingway's (yum and fun!):  Reef heather long sleeve cowlneck knit tunic, black leggings, black socks, black runched knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, marcasite owl pin, dangly earrings with gold hoop and white Easter bunny head in hoop.  Outerwear:  Pink tweed coat, pink chenille gloves.

March 31, 2018

At work:  Lilac heather long sleeve sweater with high/low hem, black cotton sleeveless dress underneath, nude pantyhose, black patent small wedge heels..  Jewelry:  watch, rings, dangly earrings with lilac/white plastic duck in a basket for Easter. Outerwear:  Pink tweed coat.  Reading:  Turtles All the Way Down.

March 30, 2018

Lunch at Fat Rice:  Lilac/white striped long sleeve t-shirt, white camisole, dark rinse jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings. Outerwear:  North Face coat.
At night, dinner at Agostino's:  Lilac heather long sleeve sweater with high/low hem, white camisole, dark rinse jeans, white socks, gray suede slouchy ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, dangly earrings with lilac/white plastic duck in a basket for Easter.  Same Outerwear.

March 29, 2018

Off!  Lilac/white striped long sleeve t-shirt, white camisole, dark rinse jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up jacket.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

March 28, 2018

Not fun:  Purple suit jacket, black cotton sleeveless dress, nude pantyhose, black crossed front shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, sparkly purple stone teardrop earrings.  Outerwear:  The usual.

March 27, 2018

Uh, my Friday:  Paprika J. Crew shift dress with front pockets, brown tights, brown runched knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, three sparkly brown stones bracelets, silver collar necklace with wood inserts.  Outerwear:  Black hooded zip-up jacket.  Reading:  Turtles All the Way Down.

March 26, 2018

Cafe Marie Jeanne for breakfast and then off to work!  Maroon velour buttondown long sleeve top, cream mesh tank top, black pleated skirt, black tights with velour flowers pattern, strappy pointy toe flats.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, maroon/lilac beaded bracelet, gold bow earrings with pink ceramic rosette and pearly drops.  Outerwear:  The usual.  Reading:  Starting!  Turtles All the Way Down  by John Green.

March 25, 2018

#Sundaylibrarian:  Navy knit short sleeve open cardigan, navy/white/chartruese/turquoise shell pattern short sleeve dress, navy ribbed tights, navy shoes with bow in the front.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, two pearls drop earrings, white gold ring with pearl.  Outerwear:  The usual.

March 24, 2018

Brunch at Craft Urban (yum and fun!) and Sully's House to watch the first F1 race late (fun!):  Tonal cadet blue stripes runched middle long sleeve banded bottom t-shirt, cream mesh tank top, gray cords, white socks, gray suede slouchy ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, dangly light blue gray/white stripes bead earrings.  Outerwear:  The usual.

March 23, 2018

Friday!  Lilac heather long sleeve sweater with high/low hem, cream mesh tank top, gray cords, white socks, gray suede slouchy ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with amethyst and opal, silver dangly owl earrings with purple bead.  Outerwear:  The usual.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

March 22, 2018

Thursday!  Brown cable knit furry shrunken vest, cream 3/4 sleeve ribbed turtleneck, brown pants, brown socks, brown leather heeled ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, dangly earrings with pearl and brown sparkly bead, multi color baubles bracelet.  Outerwear:  The usual.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

March 21, 2018

Still chilly out:  Royal blue velour buttondown top worn as a jacket, black short sleeve cotton t-shirt dress, black tights, black sparkly shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, dangly earrings with two royal blue beads, bottom bead has an orange stripe, silver bracelet with three blue lapis squares.  Outerwear:  The usual.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

March 20, 2018

Half day!  White/black pattern long sleeve buttondown shirt, cream mesh tank top, charcoal gray pants, cream socks, gray suede slouchy ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with black stone, silver hoop earrings with black/white dots plastic bead.  Outerwear:  The usual.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.
Taco Tuesday (yum and fun!):  Lilac heather long sleeve sweater with high/low hem, cream mesh tank top, gray cords, cream socks, gray suede slouchy ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, dangly earrings with purple bead and silver owl.  Same outerwear.

March 19, 2018

Back at work:  Black lacy 3/4 sleeve Banana Republic top, dark periwinkle sleeveless dress, off-black pantyhose, black Mary Jane heels with primary colors whimsical Oriental pattern.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold horseshoe pendant with diamond necklace, white gold/sapphire/diamond bar earrings.  Outerwear:  The usual.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

March 18, 2018

Braved Costco on a Sunday:  Sage green cashmere turtleneck sweater, white camisole, dark rinse jeans, white socks, gray suede slouchy ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with green stone, small etched hoop earrings with dangly pendant with sparkly olive green stone.  Outerwear:  Pink tweed coat.

March 17, 2018

Late Night Ramen!!!  Sage green cashmere turtleneck sweater, white camisole, dark rinse jeans, white socks, gray suede slouchy ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with green stone, small etched hoop earrings with dangly pendant with sparkly olive green stone.  Outerwear:  The usual.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

March 16, 2018

Wearing o' the green:  Forest green velour 3/4 sleeve v-neck top, white camisole, dark rinse jeans, white socks, black suede slouchy ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, green cloisonne bracelet, silver ring with green stone, big fake diamond studs.  Outerwear:  The usual.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

March 15, 2018

I saw it every year--the Ides of March!  Sage cashmere long sleeve turtleneck sweater, white camisole, brown (jeans), brown socks, brown heeled leather ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with green stone, etched small hoop earrings with small dangly pendant with sparkly olive stone.  Outerwear:  The usual.  Reading:  The Heart of Thomas.  Finished yesterday, listening to!  Finally done with A-Z by author's last name!!!  Only took 3 years I believe!  The Storied Life of A. J. Fikry.

March 14, 2018

Yummmm, Pie:  Black cashmere long sleeve turtleneck sweater, white camisole, multi-color (including green!) and print batik skirt with snap waist, black furry leggings, black socks, black runched knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold bow ties bracelet, white gold chain link bracelet with diamonds, long silver wire earrings with two silver pendants at the bottom.  Outerwear:  The usual.  Reading?  The Heart of Thomas.  Listening to, may finish:  The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry.