Last week I went to my hairdresser and got some darker color weaved in my hair. I want to let my hair grow out to its natural color, whatever that might be. The color is a big change and I am not sure I like it yet, but I am sure I will get used to it eventually.
I wanted to wear my red glitter Tom's so I put together this outfit so I could wear them for this Visible Monday linkup. I have wanted red glitter shoes since the first time I saw Dorothy's shoes in The Wizard of Oz. The pants are a knit that has pleather inserts down each side. They are a bit long, but I really bought them so I could tuck them inside my boots, so I haven't hemmed them.
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| Leather jacket: Coldwater Creek Top: JonesNY via 1/2 of 1/2 store Pants: Tribal from Ann's Fashions Red Glitter shoes: Tom's |
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| Is it a bird, a plane, or Superman? It was a big passenger jet flying really fast and low over the house. |
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| Chico's necklace |
So sorry for your multiple losses this year, Debbi. It does take a while to feel "normal" or the "new normal" when loved ones have gone. I wish I could hug you IRL. YOu look wonderful in your red sparkly shoes, an unexpected and fun addition to your stylish look!
ReplyDeleteMy Shadow has been gone a year and a half. She is still sorely missed. However, I don't feel like I have enough time left in my life to do sadness for long. So I keep my thoughts about her short. I hope your sadness abates soon. And your hair looks great. I'm trying to get to a near natural color. But I can't afford the salon. And the one I used is evidently not a great gray cover. I'm going to Sally's Beauty Supply this week to try and find something else. Wish me luck.
ReplyDeleteI do so love your shoes, necklace, jacket top and pants. Let's see. That's everything. Yep, I love the whole outfit.
Sorry to hear you're having a tough time. Love that hair -- it looks fabulous!
ReplyDeleteI love your hair!! It looks great! Debby, our personal time on this earth is short...we only have a very few days when you think about it. I know you have had a tough year, but try to live each day with joy to its fullest and really attempt to find something everyday that puts a smile on your face. There are many things I choose not to focus on, because life is just too short! I really hope you are able to let go of the sadness soon...it does not mean that you will miss those loved ones less, but it does mean you will enjoy your life more!! There is a reason you are here...strive to discover it! Blessings!
ReplyDeleteTake your time, hon. It's been since April since we lost Inigo, and I still get choked up...the box my new shoes came in sits there, no kitty in it...
ReplyDeleteYour hair is great, and so are your shoes!
Sorry to hear that you are having a tough time Debbie.
ReplyDeleteRed shoes always cheer me.
I think you look great in those Toms with your new locks.
Take care,
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You look lovely in your splashes of red, Debbi. Can't get any better than red glitter shoes and red sparkly gemstones! Recovering from the loss of beloved pets takes its own time. Meanwhile, you still really know how to accessorize well.
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ReplyDeleteeach time has it's priorities and it is good that you give time to the thoughts of your beloved pets.
it must be a great experience to find out from where and whom you are. i only know a bit of my grandparents parents, living in the late nineteenth century and at the beginning of the 20th. i know their names and where they lived, nothing more.
your hairstyle is wonderful, i love you how you wear your hair.
I'm so sorry for the losses of your dear companions. It really can be devastating.
ReplyDeleteI must say I do like your hair color; it's flattering with your skin tone. And who doesn't love a pair of sparkly red shoes??
I joined Ancestry.com for a couple of months last winter and downloaded every document that I found especially census forms. I was surprised at all the information they can generate. I had wondered why my relatively prosperous and land owning great grandpa's fortune had dwindled. It looks like he may not have left his wife and family well-taken care of when he passed in his early 50's. And then the depression hit. My grandpa didn't even farm his own land. My Dad was fortunate (along with others of his family) to become involved with the Illinois oil boom of the 1940's. It gave me a comfortable life growing up. I know Dad worked darn hard for it. I found dark secrets too..(still digging) They don't have to be famous, they are MY ancestors!
ReplyDeleteDebbi, I loved Dorothy's shoes too and have always wanted a pair. Those Tom's are fab and you look great in red. :-)
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry you've had such a rough summer, but I'm happy to see you and your adorable red shoes.
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ReplyDeletelove the outfit and your "dorothy " shoes!!
I joined Ancestry.com while doing my geneaology research for my mom's family. it was GREAT--being able to glean all of the info from census's and other documents.
The more info you have about your family the easier it is to verify information. I was able to FINALLY find out the name of the mother and what happened to her of my mom's 5x grandfather who emigrated here at the age of 5 with his father. It was eye opening some of the stuff I discovered!
Sorry for your losses. My parents were immigrants so I can't trace back much in Europe. That's cool your ancestors go so far back here in the U.S. Pretty colors in your outfit.
ReplyDeleteI'll admit to being fascinated by geneaology, but on both sides of my family it's pretty easy to trace back. I'm a Spencer on multiple sides and a McKenzie up the other, then the rest of the family is Native American. So I've either got books and wiki articles or no records at all of my family. The DH's is harder to trace.
ReplyDeleteI love your glitter shoes and tough trousers!
I'm still sorry you lost your two pups so quickly. They were special to you, and the heart takes time to heal.
So sorry you're feeling blue, but it's been a rough time for you. Take care of yourself. (Also, still loving the sparkly red shoes!)
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ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear about FarLeyJoE. I have been out of town for two weeks and getting caught up now. I am a huge dog lover so I can understand your pain and sorrow. I wish I could give you a big hug...I hope Henry is good company for you while you grieve.
xo, A
Correction: "Harry", not Henry. I think this is the 3rd time I've gotten that wrong, darn it!
ReplyDeleteI like your hair. It has a subdued color.
ReplyDeleteOne thing I discovered when I moved to the East Coast was that a lot of people are relative newcomers to this country. My husband's family came through Ellis Island but my own family, like yours came early on and migrated West.
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ReplyDeleteHi Debbi, It takes time to heal from a loss. Just take it day by day. You look lovely; your hair, your necklace, and your shoes give you back some of your sparkle. Take care!
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We know it's tough on you. No negative judgment here....
ReplyDeleteBut it's nice to see you put some sparkle into your life when you're feeling low. We haven't lost you!
I wish I could hug you too. I'm glad you've found an interest to keep you moving. I find that my interest in clothes etc. does come and go. It's good to delve into other interests. My dad did a lot of genealogy research after he retired. His side was pretty well documented. My mother's, on the other hand, not so much. Good luck with your research!!
ReplyDeleteYou do look great, by the way, and your hair is beautiful!!
You look brilliant! Red shoesies, jewels, everything. Love, love, love the hair, and you do not look like you've had such a rotten time of it lately. Getting it so right even when you don't feel like it shows what you're made of!
ReplyDeleteSo glad to see your face.
My mother did lots of work on both sides of our family tree. Seems like lots of her generation in our clan did the same. If you enjoy working on it, your family will appreciate it in so many ways. It really is a great gift.
Take all the time you need - it's a lot to recover from. Are you looking into joining the Daughter's of the American Revolution? Some of the women in my Water Aerobics class are members and they have so much fun. Even if you aren't eligible (but it does sound like you are) they are very good at Genealogy. Very cute outfit.
ReplyDeleteThat red necklace is a stunner, and I love your red glitter shoes and red rose top. It is early days yet, you will recover in time. I know I cried constantly for 3 weeks after our 17 year old doggie passed. Your hair looks great this colour, and you do look lovely in that outfit. x
ReplyDeleteAlthough I have no tips on genealogy, I'm glad you're finding something to stay interested in and keep your mind occupied.
ReplyDeleteYour red glitter shoes are amazing! Love them. They look great with the blouse and jewelry you've chosen.
Your hair also looks really nice. It will probably just take a bit of adjusting to going back to your natural color. I dyed mine a medium/dark brown a few years ago and felt so exotic. haha I ended up going back blonde after a couple of weeks though.
I too am fascinated by genealogy, Debbie! It's so cool to look back and put together people's stories. I'm sorry to hear about the little furry member of your family. I have had my heart broken in that way too and it's terrible. I will be praying for you, Lovely Lady! ~Sarah
ReplyDeleteI have a friend who is very into genealogy and I know she belongs to a 'club' and attends regular meetings. There is a church locally (later day saints?) that has a great library for research and she goes there too. My daughter found a bunch of stuff on Ancestry.com. Have fun! Yes, it's good to find something to keep you occupied upon the loss of a family member, whether 4 legged or 2. God Bless!
ReplyDeleteYou look so nice. I love your jacket.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear you are so down - it takes time to get over the loss of beloved pets. I hope you start to feel better soon.
ReplyDeleteYour necklace and leather jacket are wonderful. Love the cutwork detail of the jacket and all the red, black and white together.
I luckily had aunts that did a lot of research into the family genealogy so I was handed all that information on a plate. It is a fascinating thing to get into by the looks of it though! You become historian, researcher and detective!
I am coming over this second to steel your necklace and shoes, ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh.
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Much love, my gorgeous friend.
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What a pair of shoes you are rocking...... I'm still in flat mode but with no moola to purchase Toms!
ReplyDeleteHope you are feeling better soon. And just remember be careful what you find the nut doesn't fall far from the tree!!:)
I'm so sorry about your loss Debbi. My grandmother was really into genealogy. She found out that in some weird way, we were related to Abraham Lincoln. She loved it, but passed away before she could finish her research :-( I think it is just fascinating and a very humble part of you that everyone should explore!
ReplyDeleteWhatever shape your grieving needs to take - no need to apologize. I too am missing my little hen every day, it's shocking how ferocious the waves of sadness continue to be. As brutally hard as it is to say goodbye, we were so lucky to have had such dear friends. Hugs to you, Debbi. Sounds like you are doing some really good self-care with the research - and your red glitter shoes.
ReplyDeleteI worked for a historical society so I know how crazy people get about geneology! Expecially as we age...good luck in your research.
ReplyDeleteLosing two pets has got to be hard! Grieving has to take some time, and it's only natural - and shows you're a great dog owner who really cares about them!
ReplyDeleteTurning to genealogy sounds like a good way of giving yourself a break. I did some research when my grandmother turned 90. She always has so many stories about our ancestors, and this way I could get a clear picture of who was related to who, and a sort of timeline. It turned out that as far back as mid 1700's my family were farmers, and lived in the same small community. That's how far back I got - and I haven't had time to go deeper into the research, yet!
Your red glitter shoes are fantastic, they look a bit like a pair I bought last summer that turned out to be too small! The top and necklace are gorgeous! But my favorite is the leather jacket! It's so beautiful, and looks very expensive!
Well, the fact that you can put on those fantastic sparkly red shoes and that mean necklace means your light still shines! I wish I had a secret remedy to speed up your recovery, but then that would make the loss of these loved ones so much less special. We're both into sparkly this past week, and we were both into velvet before that. Freaky!
ReplyDeleteDebbie so sorry for you! Oh my god so sad- hope you get well again
ReplyDeleteLove your stunning sparkly red shoes, so jealous, so amazing those shoes!
Ariane xxxx
I empathize with your losses. After all, your pets were family members so it takes a long time to heal. The red glitter shoes are spectacular, so even though you are sad, you put a smile on my face.
ReplyDeleteI love your style!
ReplyDeleteYour'r great!
And I love your necklace!!!
I love the ruby Toms! Every gal in Kansas ought to have a pair. Would that we could always click our heels together and bring back those things that remind us "there's no place like home." We've been having a rough patch ourselves and are still taking a day at a time.
ReplyDeleteA link about tracing your genetic DNA that would be a fascinating way to study genealogy: http://www.tednguyenusa.com/its-in-the-geno-2-0-we-are-family/
ReplyDeleteLove the red sparkly Toms. I have a pair of these in black. They are so cute and so comfortable. And they bring sparkle to every outfit. Might have to consider my next pair in red.
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