Weekend Wrap Up

Oh man, this was a weekend for the record books!

{If you didn't know already, I am in Tampa visiting my cousins, aunt and uncle. }

It was non-stop, but relaxing at the same time. 

Today, I'm wrapping it up for ya with my grainy cell phone pics!

Friday:

My cousin's elementary school was taking a field trip out to Busch Gardens (an amusement park) and I decided to tag along.

It was so much fun. I walked around with my youngest cousin who's 7 and didn't want to ride any of the 'big' rides. So instead, we rode the train and bumber cars. It was perfect and low key... just the way I like it!

Saturday:

Satuurday was a whirl wind. 

My aunt and I woke up early and went to wally world to find a swim suit.

Then we went yard saleing (you know I would on vacation!)

After about an hour, it was time to head to the ball field to watch my twin cousins play in the semi-finals!

It was such a close game and kept us all on our toes.

Even though the did great, they lost 10-8.

I was so proud of them! They made third place.

After the game, we ran home and packed the car to head out to Sarasota for the weekend.
We made it just in time for sunset!

It was breathtaking.

I also found out that while I was sitting watching the game, I had gotten the worst tan ever.

No really. It is terrible.

Oh my, It was bad!

Luckily, I was able to fix it by putting on 100spf the next day on the burns and 30spf everywhere else. It's not as bad now. 

Oh, and this is my beautiful aunt above.

aren't my cousins cute!

Sunday:
We woke up and had the best breakfast ever.
Then we went to the beach!
Our hotel was right on the water.

Speaking of, it was crystal clear and the most gorgeous blue color!
It felt like we were in Bora bora or something.

I couldn't get enough!

After a day at the beach, we packed up and headed back home.

On our way, we saw this huge statue:

It was really sweet.

That was our fun-filled, relaxing weekend!

$5 Bubble Gum Machine

 One saturday morning, whilst my mom and I were yard sale-ing, we stumbled upon this guy:

We both looked at it, and walked away. 

As we were getting ready to leave, I quietly said, "did you see that bubble gum machine?'

and my mom stopped dead in her tracks.

"yes, I did. I love it! I just thought you wouldn't like it!"

We giggled because we both thought that the other wouldn't like it so we didn't say anything.

We were hesitant to ask how much it was, thinking it'd be way overpriced.

Get this...

$5!!!

SOLD!

We took it home, gave it a bath and filled it up with gum balls from world market.

 

Originally, it had to have actual quarters to get the gum, but my brother easily converted it so that all you have to do is turn the knob.

Don't ask me how, cause I have no clue! He's pretty handy.

At home, it sits in our entry way (I took these pictures on our porch, the lighting was better)

and everyone who enters almost always grabs a gum ball.

I love it!

I'll Meet You at the Train Station, Baby...

When I saw this dress hanging on the rack at my local goodwill, I daydreamed about who had wore it last.

Maybe a mother baking a cherry pie in her kitchen for her lovely children just home from school...

Maybe a Businesswoman walking into her office, with her heels clicking against the tile floor, ...

Maybe a young woman waiting at a train station for her lover...

Maybe all of that is a big stretch.

But I love it, nevertheless. 

Dress: Goodwill

Hat, Shoes, Clutch: Yard sales 

I love the vintage feel,

the polka dots, 

the buttons. 

It makes me feel happy. 

and I like being happy. 

The Epic Tale of Harriet the Hippo

I use the word 'epic' loosely. 

"Mom.... I need $40."

"why?" She asked hesitantly. 

"I found this hippo. I have to have it."

"Addison, what on earth?"

"Mom, you don't understand. It's the coolest Hippo you've ever seen!"

and we didn't really understand until a 50lbs hippo was sitting on our front porch.

Yep. A concrete hippo.

 Long story short, my brother, who works at Homegoods, saw this hippo at work and wanted it.

For whatever reason, the boy wanted a hippo.

He purchased it with his discount and excitedly ran home so she could find her new home.

He was so happy to be able to help decorate the patio.


Of course, the natural thing to do is give her a name.

I call her Harriet.

Harriet greets all of our guests.

She's always smiling, always watching

and she is always bringing a smile to anyone who passes by.

Harriet the Hippo.

Shop My Closet: My Online Store

Yesterday, on my facebook page I said that I would be announcing something huge today and I am keeping my promise!

You guys know that I love to shop right!?! 

(I can see my dear Aunt Denise rolling her eyes, she hates it!)

and to me, there is nothing better than shopping for another person...

There is something so exciting about shopping for a different size, a different shape, different styles than you.

It's so much fun!

So, I've decided I am going to do just that.

I am going to go 'shopping' for you!

In other words, I am opening up an online shop!

Introducing...

Shop My Closet!

I will be your own personal shopper!

It will be a place for all different sizes, shapes and styles for both men and women to find cute clothes, shoes and accessories at wonderful prices.

Everything from size 00 to 4X

There is something for the classic, the prep, the boho, the hipster.
Some is new with tags and some is gently worn.

Anything and everything under the sun!


Here are a few of my favorite things for sale right now:

Micheal Kors Metallic Sequin Sweater

Red Poppy Maxi Dress

Lane Bryant Blue Striped Embellished T-Shirt

Forever 21 Purple Pleated and Lace Dress

which I actually wore Here:

Chicos 3/4 Sleeve Blue and White Top

and there literally is hundreds more!

The great thing is that I am always adding new items to the shop, so make sure you check back often. 

I've also added a button over to the right and a tab at the top so you can easily find my store if you forget.

Oh, and since I love you guys... I am offering all my blog readers a 10% discount off your entire purchase
All you have to do is send me a personal message on eBay and tell me you read my blog, and I will apply the discount to your order!

So, hop on over and look around...
I promise there is something for everybody!

First Stop on My Room Tour: The Bathroom

This may be really weird but I have to say, I love my bathroom. The colors just make me happy.
Too weird?
Ok.

Anyways, today I am showing you my bathroom.

This is the first stop on my room tour. Coming soon is my closet, jewelry storage, and last but not least, my bedroom. 

Without further ado, Welcome to my Bathroom:

Pardon the yellow light, there is no natural light in my bathroom.

I am a very lucky girl in that for the first time, I don't have to share a bathroom with my brothers. This is quite a luxury because as I'm sure you can guess, boys are messy and yucky. I am also lucky that it is right off my bedroom, which is really nice. 

Here is what you see when you walk in through my bedroom:

My style is what I like to call electic. I like shabby chic, but I wanted my bathroom to have brighter colors. 

I don't like to obsess about everything being overly matchy-matchy.

It's just not me. I like color and I don't really care if they are all the same shade or not. 

You'll notice this a lot throughout my tours. 

The thing that grabs your eye first is the shower curtain. 

I had been lusting after this one from anthropologie for quite some time. So imagine my surprise when I found this one at TJmaxx for $19.99. This was my inspiration for the entire space. 

It's quite possibly my most favorite thing ever. 

Above is my linen closet

and also where I stash my beauty cart

That door you see leads to my closet, which you will see soon. 

Do a complete 180* and this is what you see:

 I live in an apartment with my mom, and it came with the granite and modern fixtures. Totally not complaining at all, I mean I have granite for goodness sakes, but modern is not completely my thing.

 It is what it is and I try and make it work. 

towel hook from pier one for $5

 my perfume collection

Jars from Goodwill to hold the necessities. 

Apothecary jar came from a garage sale for $1 and I filled it with coordinating loofahs. 

Little cork jars are Martha Stewart that I got on clearance for $2 that hold my hair ties and bobby pins.

Next to my sink is my loo. 

yes, I just said loo.

The branch above was from Goodwill and the Stained Glass piece was from Garden ridge years ago.

 See what I mean about not being matchy-matchy?

These yellow towels don't really match the pale yellow on my shower curtain, but I like them, so here they are. 

They came from Neiman Marcus (my mom works there and she got them at a sample sale for $5 each.)

and the last little detail:

my super soft rug from tjmaxx.

It sheds those little cotton strands like crazy, so I might need to replace it sometime in the future. 

That's my bathroom!

Stay tuned for my closet tour...

My All Time Favorite Fragrances

I have to say, I'm really picky when it comes to perfume. I pretty much can't stand any men's cologne, and the majority of women's fragrances are way too strong for me. You see, scents are a major trigger for my migraines and perfumes generally just add to the problem. 

After many trials and errors (hello Britney spears "fantasy" anyone???)

I've found some scents that I can actually wear without getting headaches.

Funny thing is that all but one are from the same brand... I like what I like, what can I say?!?!?

Oh, and I should say that all of these perfumes were either free from rewards points at ulta, or given to me as gifts. I almost always have a perfume on my wish list since they all are kinda pricey. (right now this one is on my list... I bet you can guess why!)

Anywho, lets get started going from left to right:

1. Dot by Marc Jacobs

This is my newest addition. I loooove it. It's verging on the strong side for me, but it's perfect for those days when I feel like I can handle it. It's a very fresh and energetic scent, if that makes sense. 

2. Daisy Eau So Fresh by Marc Jacobs

I kinda have an obsession with the "daisy" line. Partly because they are one of my favorite flowers, but also because they aren't too overpowering but I can still tell I am wearing a perfume. I would describe all the Daisy perfumes as classic and feminine. This one in particular is more fruity and lively. I love this one for summer!

3. Unconditional Love by Philosophy

This one is the lightest fragrance I own. It wears very sheer which I like a lot. I was actually talking with the Philosophy Sales Lady and she told me that all the Philosophy scents are made to be only smelt when you are up close.  This one certainly isn't overpowering, but it's a warmer fragrance. Dare I say Vanilla-y? I spray this one on my hair brush and brush it through my hair. It's just lovely. 

4. Daisy by Marc Jacobs

Can you tell I really like Marc Jacobs??

I guess his scents just work well with my PH. 

This one was my first 'big girl' fragrance purchase. In fact, my family calls it my signature scent. I kinda like knowing that whenever they smell it, they think of me ;)

This is a classic in my book. It's warm, but fruity and floral in a way. If you haven't smelt this before, you're missing out!

Oh, and doesn't Marc Jacobs make the cutest bottles?

I swear once they are used up, I'll never be able to throw them out.

I might just use them to decorate.

no, I'm not joking. 

I guess I should throw in my favorite body splashes for good measure.

I always keep a body splash either in my purse or my backpack just because I can't stand smelling bad. (I mean who would?)

Body splashes are my best friend. They add just enough, but not too much. I love that they don't linger all day because sometimes I find that makes me sorta sick. (am I the only one?)

These are my current favorites

1. Victoria's Secret Vanilla Lace

This is such a yummy scent. I mean, the title explains it all. Very Vanilla and delicious. 

I love spraying this after a shower. 

2.Pink Chiffon by Bath and Body Works

Okay, I know I've been saying I love everything, but it's true. 

This one is 100% girl in my book. It's light, flirty and floral. 

 3. Victoria's Secret Love Spell

Ahh, the smell of high school.

Whenever I smell this scent it brings me back to those awful high school days. 

hehe, just kidding :)

but in all seriousness, this is my all time favorite smell. 

Its Über fruity and delicious. I lurrrrv it. 

This is the one I carry in my purse, at all times. Hence, the travel sized version. 

I even found a scentsy wax that smells just like it for my room... I'm a little obsessed.