Bartles and James didn't need first names

      It's funny how change happens despite things continuing along a normal path of habit and ritual. Although many changes are in process in my life, my daily routine is trenched in determination to complete my thesis as the first step of many toward progress and growth in my life. As obvious as this activity may seem, I can feel my state of mind and ways of thinking adapting to my new environment. In trying not to lose it and continue working on my writing as I've been for months and months, thoughts of the coming new year have sneaked into my consciousness despite my efforts for things to remain on the same trajectory. Needless and simply said, I'm focusing on doing the work it takes to improve and to be a more active producer, rather than a passive observer. 

Thrifted Vintage Dress, Cardi- Pac Sun, Blazer- Kohls, Shoes- Michael Kors

Half in shadow

      We decided to check out a Sal Val in Jamestown I've never visited. We were out that way because we promised Ma we would decorate her tree. It's a cool store in a crazy retro commercial space, the type with low 120 degree (basically the opposite of steep) gables and all glass store front. I didn't find much there. They did, however, have an ideal tweed 60s modern arm chair in really good condition for $25. We didn't think it would fit in the car; otherwise we would've scooped it up before the other person who bought it during the hour we were there. Thrifting and decorating was the perfect way to spend this gorgeous sun shiny day!

Thrifted Flannel- O'Neill, Thrifted Cardi- Standard Cloth, Skirt- Calvin Klein, Thrifted
Earrings and Tights, Thrifted- Scarf- Target, Shoes- Nordstrom

Fall Bliss

Today was my first day home in Edinboro, Pennsylvania, and I could not ask for better weather. The sky is clear; the sun is warm; and the leaves are changing. I did something new when I packed for this trip. I selected only a handful of items for the ten days, then planned different ways to mix and match them. I was so proud of the small space I used in the luggage and happy to see just how many ways I could use the same things to make different outfits.

Dress- One Star, Cardigan- XI, Thrifted Italian Boots, Borrowed Earrings, Scarf- Pac Sun, Thrifted Tights