Me & the Silver Bullet, February 12, 2013
Last night was a bit of a milestone: after nine and a half years together, I finally sold my car!
I got my car when I was 19 (you do the math) and it was my first car. I loved it and did my best to look after it. My Dad, a mechanic, always helped me look after it too, and taught me how to detail my car every Spring, wash it properly by hand and keep it in good shape. For years I parked far away, never took it through a car wash and babied it. It was not a top of the line car, as you can see, but I looked after it like it was.
However, over time, like any car, you start to grow out of one and want another and for the past four years, every Spring I'd say, 'I'm selling my car!' and then decide I didn't want to get into a car payment and keep it.
That said, the time has come and as she gets older, again like any car, you start having to do repairs and put more and more money into it. I replaced half of the exhaust system last spring and wheel barrings twice in a year (blah blah blah, car jargon) and didn't want to be sinking more money into it so I listed it online about a month ago.
I had several inquiries, consistently, a few people come see it and a couple offers. A couple came to see it on Sunday night, and I just thought it would be another pair of tire-kickers who weren't really serious and I would continue to be stuck with the car, but they were serious. Within 24 hours they made an offer and within 48 hours I dropped it off at their house and said goodbye to my 'Silver Bullet' forever! The feeling as we drove off was a little surreal, but I'm looking forward to the future and am getting closer to buying something else, which could potentially be crazy exciting (I have found something but there are some details to be worked out, so we'll see!).
Me & the Silver Bullet, Fall 2004
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I saw someone post these on Instagram and immediatley my little fingers were doing the walking to the Target website. These will clearly be selling out quick and I'm seriously contemplating purchasing a pair. After missing out on last year's H&M neon heels, these would be a great 'substitute' (kidding, obvi).
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Outfit deets:
* Urban Planet sweater (new!) which you can see in my most recent PDO video, What to Wear on a Date.
* Garage tank top (old).
* Zara pants (new!) from the semi-annual sale (seen in the fitting room and later just acting silly).
* Accessories: The bay bangle (seen in my Accessories + Hair Tutorial vlog).
This was the outfit I wore on Sunday when I went out to do some shopping and also showed my car. I would classify this as full hair & make-up because it was a filming day, so I took advantage and took some pictures. I love this outfit and felt very me in it. Snug pants an an over-sized sweater or top is my favourite thing to wear and these Zara pants are no exception.
So guess what you guys!? I sold my car! Eep! Okay, not totally sold, but the plan is to get the money and sign it away tonight. I'm so excited, but anticipate some mixed emotions. I have had my car for nine and a half years, so, a third of my life! Whoa, when you put it that way (thanks Dad).
Anyways, provided all goes well, I will have money in hand tonight. I am slowly working out the details of purchasing something new (I have found something but it's in negotiations so I can't count my chickens before they hatch, so to speak) which means that yes, I will be somewhat car-less for the time being, but I have a plan thanks to someone special.
So, wish me luck that all goes well tonight and I'll let you know what happens with the car purchase over the next week or so.
For my eighth vlog as the Place d'Orleans Fashion Vlogger, I'm showing you how I get dressed for a date, and how to style three very different tops.
Stay tuned for more videos (specifically on the Place d'Orleans FB page).
Other videos:
* Fall Fashion (video #1)
* Wardrobe Classics (video #2)
* Bundling Up for Winter (video #3)
* How-to Style a Sequin Skirt (video #4)
* What to Wear for New Years Eve (video #5)
* New Year, New You! (video #6)
* Accessories & a Hair Tutorial (video #7)
More videos on my YouTube Channel.
I made a 'healthy' banana bread on Friday night using this recipe (however, I used whole wheat flour) and sadly it turned out very bland (and I like healthy tasting foods, so...).
Comfy pants for Friday night from my New Year, New You! video.
(I love that these are a skinny leg so they tuck into my Uggs nicely).
Friday night dinner (#spoiled).
Saturday afternoon shopping at Marshalls, Ardène & Garage (no purchases were made).
Chinese take-out for Saturday night + many episodes of House of Lies.
Pretty flowers, just because.
Home-made Saturday morning breakfast: egg/cheese wrap.
On Sunday I showed my car twice (it's for sale) and did some shopping.
Outfit deets: Thrifted jacket, Urban Planet sweater, Garage tank, Zara pants, Spring boots, Club Monaco scarf & Zellers fingerless gloves.
Picked up a Beauty Blender after watching countless YouTubers use it and rave. Used it this morning for the first time and loved it so far. Pricey, at $30 (with tax) but might be worth it. I'll let you know after more use.
Sunday night dinner: chicken pesto pasta with yellow peppers and zuchini.
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