I was listening to the radio the other morning, and they were talking about full service gas stations and how you should tip them.  I'm often of the mind-set, 'When in doubt, tip' but it had never crossed my mind to tip at the gas station (which I'm kind of embarassed to admit).  Admitidly you are paying more for full service, and I guess that was my rationale.


Now I'm no stranger to a sparkly mini skirt, but this one I really love for two things, (1) it's tribal pattern (I actually saw a girl in Vegas when I was at the I Heart Radio concert wearing something similar but of course it was from a store in another state and not in Canada), and (2) the colour scheme.  I love the idea of taupe, purple, lime & black together.  What a great combination!


While reading one of my favourite blogs the other day, I came across a post with some really thoughtful words and quotes that completely inspired this post. 

I think we can read blogs and can live vicariously through someone else or simply envy or wish our life was as glamours, busy, expensive, fulfilling, creative... the list goes on and on and on.  And while it's a terrible thing, to be envy, and to feel envious, it happens.

I have gotten some pretty nice comments from you in the past, and comments even about how great my life looks and how my weekends, 'Seem so awesome;' which is really sweet, and I appreciate that.  That said, my life isn't all roses, and I wouldn't want anyone to think I don't go through hard times or have hard times.  I certainly do, but I don't always talk about them on here (imagine me posting a vlog of me sobbing over my problems?!).

I know there are so many people going through difficult things right now, and I have been there, I've been so low I didn't know how or where I would find the strength to come back out, or up.  Not everything is what it seems, when it's happening.  I know what it is like to feel sad for days, weeks.. months on end and I wanted to remind you that you are not alone.  Whatever you're going through, do not forget that.

We are all human, and experience highs and lows.  Sometimes I cry for no reason.  Sometimes I just feel down.  Sometimes I can't figure out why I'm feeling sad, and then sometimes the moment passes.  I promise this won't last forever though, and know that I'm thinking about you and sending you love

I wanted to share some of my favourite quotes that helped me through my difficult time in the past.  Sometimes I had nothing more than these quotes, and on days where I could barely get out of bed, they managed to breathe some life into me, and I hope they can for you too. 


* When I found these quotes, every time one 'spoke' to me, I typed it out and printed it.  I kept them all paper-clipped together for the days I needed a boost.  It really helped, and over time I added to my little stack and have shared a few with friends when they needed a boost too.  I hope if you're having a bad day, week or month (or months) this has given you even the tiniest boost.


Denim on denim on denim.  Hanging my jeans to dry after several loads of laundry on Friday night.


Friday night dinner at my place, but not made by meee.


 Saturday morning breakfast date.


Saturday afternoon shopping.
Outfit deets:  American Eagle top, Parasuco jeans, Rampage boots & Joe Fresh necklace.


 New purchases (will be shown in an upcoming PDO video).


 Satuday night take-out: St. Hubert.


My new (official Olympic gear) Canada hoodie (scored this for 60% off!).


New little bear hat (to all my Canadian readers, Zellers has 80% off all winter accessories, making this little guy only $3).

Sunday am fuel.


Sunday afternoon I spent prepping to film and filming my next vlog for Place d'Orleans.  These three tops stole the show. 


Super Bowl party festive Jell-o shooters (there were ones for the Raven's fans too).


I've talked about being a 'saver' of my clothing and shoes, and while I've made it a resolution in the past to do that less, and have actually been able to do so on many occassions, I still find myself saving things.

Saving for what?

The perfect occassion.

The perfect day.

The perfect feelingObviously.

(This is kind of long winded, so more after the jump...)

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