Why I can't be a full-on fashion blogger.

I don't do 'midi-rings.' Don't get me wrong, the girls who can rock 'em, can rock 'em. Me, not so much. Softball hands and dainty little gold rings don't mix. Plus, Chris always makes comments about why girls wear rings that don't fit. 

High heels. Yes, I love feeling all dressed up when I wear them, but when is a tom-boy, 5th grade teacher, who married a college baseball player who loves to hunt and fish, going to wear high heels? I see some of these fashion bloggers going out to dinner on a week night and they are dressed just like I dress when I am going to a wedding. A freaking wedding people. The most formal events I attend each year are weddings and these fashion bloggers dress like that on a daily basis. I just can't do it. I admire them, but it just isn't my lifestyle. And, once again, Chris would think I am totally weird if I walked out wearing heels to go to Wing-Stop or Chili's. 

I am not trendy. Yes, I have some items that are trendy, but ever since I did my year of no shopping resolution last year, I am all about buying pieces that can last for years, not seasons. I just can't hop on the crop-top bandwagon, the midi-ring bandwagon, and all the other bandwagons that I am not hopping on. And again I'll add, the girls who can rock a crop top are adorable, but no...just no. Emily, you go girl! I also don't think I have to mention what Chris's reaction to me wearing one of these would be. We saw some in Target last weekend and he asked if it was a bra or a maternity bathing suit. Haha!

I don't own enough clutches or purses. I literally carry my trusty Louie that I have had for eight years 99% of the time and I don't plan on changing my purse for every outfit. These bloggers must have hundreds of bags, clutches, and purses because, not only do they have one for every day of the week, they have one for every outfit! Also, I should add that I don't own enough accessories and jewelry. Less is more to me because, like I've said, I don't go places that require you to dress up and get all fancy in yo' statement necklaces and heels. I go places where yoga pants and a nice tee shirt and considered dressing above average.

I am not a sales person. I am too honest. I can't sell you clothes because I would hate if you bought it and hated it. Most of the bloggers make a commission off what you purchase through their site (the whole process is seriously genius I tell ya), but I wear what I wear and if you like it, cool, buy it, if you don't...I am not going to convince you what I am wearing is the best thing on planet Earth. Also, 99% of what I wear is from Target, TJ Maxx, or Ross and I couldn't link it up anyways. Plus, the whole me selling stuff also goes against my entire resolution from last year! I am so sorry that I am not going to spend my nights scouring the internet to find something similar, or exactly what I am wearing. I do that sometimes on my WIWW posts and it is the part I hate most about writing my blog. Seriously. If you like what I wear, email me. Or, If you're lucky, I might feel frisky bored and look it up for you. (PS: Most of the time I do make a commission if you buy something through my site. I will tell you now that my readers do not come to my site to buy things because I have made $26 since August. Holla! Like I said, I am terrible at selling things and I will never convince you to buy something. It is just not me! Buy what YOU want and what makes YOU feel good!)

Lastly, contrary to what we were just talking about, the money. I know these gorgeous women have tons of it. Whether it be self-made money, family money, married into money, or money growing on trees, they've got it. It isn't that I don't have money (because I am blessed with a wonderful job, and so is my husband!), but it is where they spend their money. I was skimming through one fashion bloggers post the other day and I added up how much her entire outfit was worth...over $5,000 dollars! Seriously! To me, that's insane! If you can afford it, by all means, you spend your money how you'd like, but me, even if I could afford that, it makes me sick thinking of spending that much on a black, generic looking top, jeans, and heels. I will repeat: I have nothing against these women who can afford it. I think we all may be a little jealous, to be honest! But, this is just another reason I could not be solely a fashion blogger. I don't have enough clothes or moolah!! 
And of course I know some of my favorite fashion bloggers who are able to look stunning in more reasonably priced items, but then again...they still wear the midi-ring and have a bag for every outfit ;)
So, there you have it. Many reasons why this chick will never convert this blog to a full-time fashion blog. And to give y'all a little heads-up...when we finally get to move into our house, this blog is taking a turn into DIY land! Can someone say carpet and linoleum floors, bye-bye!
Hope you're having a great day!

Spring Break 2014

People who aren't teachers think that we have the easiest job on the planet. All we do is hangout with kids all day, right?
Kinda. You see now that I am a teacher I realize why teachers get summers off, spring break, and an lengthy winter break. It is because we would be literally crazy if we did not get a break from 20 little humans yelling your name 9,843,973 times a day, 20 little humans leaning on you to fill their brains with information, and the pure exhaustion that comes with keeping 10 year old kiddos entertained for 7+ hours. 
You see, everyone told me that teaching has phases. You start in August and you're all eager. Then Christmas time comes and you are thinking, "What did I get myself into?" You come back from winter break refreshed, and by March you are so stressed about some state exam your kids have to pass that everyday you're on the verge of a mental breakdown. Whoever told me that, you're correct person, you're correct.
Here is goes. I had a breakdown and started crying in front of my kids the Friday before spring break. The stress from the house stuff going on combined with the fact that the kids are slightly extremely hyper the day before spring break, I just got overwhelmed. So, to say this break was needed is an understatement. 
Now, let me catch you up on what adventures I got myself into this week (since I just went off on a tangent!)! Let me also remind you that we cut off our cable three weeks ago, so lounging in from of the TV was not really an option.
Monday: The weather was gorgeous here in Dallas, so I met my friend, Caitlin, for lunch on the Mckinney Square. We chit chatted and I am so excited to be moving closer to here soon!

Most of our nights were filled with walking the dogs while enjoying the beautiful Texas sunset.

Tuesday: On Tuesday I went back to Mckinney to have lunch with Chris. I ran some errands and took advantage of any chance to get out of the house that I could. I returned some stuff to Target and grocery shopped. Redbox is being funded by the Tucker's and I have watched more movies in the last couple weeks than I have in my whole life. No joke. 

Wednesday: My Dad was in town (because he was planning on helping us move, which did not take place), so him and I went to breakfast, I went and got a pedicure, we watched movies together, I finished our tax return, and we were basically lazy bums! 

Thursday: My Dad decided to go to work since we weren't moving, so I went and got my hair chopped a little shorter. My girl is amazing and she knew exactly what I wanted. This will be my last short cut for awhile because I want my hair long for one of my best friend's weddings in January!

Friday: I started off the day with breakfast with my Dad, then he headed out of town and I headed to the grocery store. Seriously, I think I have gone to the grocery store almost everyday this week just to do something and get out of the house. Friday night Chris and I were going over to Jordan and Amber's house for burgers, so I decided to bring over my Texas Caviar Dip, my Yellow Cake Cookies, and brownies.

Can I just say that I am so happy I started a blog because I would have never met Amber (or half of you other lovelies out there!). Not only do we enjoy each other's company, but our husband's hit it off better than we ever could have expected! They were seriously two peas in a pod talking about the renovations they are going to make to our houses, the new adventures they are going to start up, and a slew of other "guy" things that they told us ladies. I am so happy they are in our life and can't wait for years of fun to come!

Back on track, we stayed at Amber's house until almost midnight when we were all about to pass out. We are party animals I tell ya! That night Chris tried to stay up as late as he could because he has to work nights a couple times this week, so he was trying to rest during the day. 

Saturday: I met up with my friend who is getting married in January. We had lunch..that lasted four hours...because we were catching up on all aspects of life!

I came back home to spend sometime with Chris before he left for work. After he left I was bored out of my mind. I watched New Girl on Netflix, watched random movies, then finally decided to go to sleep. Bo-ringg.

Now it is Sunday and I am sad that spring break is over. I was able to workout a lot, clean up the house, and sleep in. It was really nice to be able to visit with friends, relax, and spend quality time with my man. I wish we would have been able to move, but fingers crossed (I am not holding my breath) we are closing on Tuesday and moving this weekend!

I'll leave you with some pictures on how our Sunday is looking...

How was your weekend? Did you get spring break?
Linking up with Meg, Leeann & Kimberlee!

5 Things Having No TV Has Forced Us To Do

This is not, I repeat not, what our living room looks like right now...

If you have been around this blog for the last couple weeks, you know Chris and I are in the process of moving. A process it is! I cut our cable service off a couple weeks ago thinking we would be moving soon after. Well, one set back after another, we have now been without cable for almost three weeks. Here are a list of things that having no TV has forced us to do. 1. It forces you to cook, clean, and do things around the house instead of park your booty on the couch for countless hours. Just to get out of the house I have been going to the grocery store almost every afternoon and picking out dinner for the night. We have been eating so healthy because I have been picking some sort of meat and pairing it with tons of fresh veggies!
2. It forces you get get out of the house. I have taken the dogs on more walks in the last two weeks than I have all year. Sad, but true. At the same time, since it is my spring break, it has caused me to spend more money than I normally would because, let's face it...if you're not home, you're probably out spending money.
3. It forces you to pop in the workout DVD you got for Christmas and get your booty in shape for summer! Yesterday I did the Tone It Up girls HIIT video and then the stretch yoga one. Wow, I know I am not flexible, but wow...I am reallyyyy not flexible.
4. It forces you to really think about what you need in life. Chris and I were driving over the weekend and he said, "I knida don't even think we need TV..." I told him how I was sort of thinking the same thing. Then, THEN, he remembered baseball season is quickly approaching and he proceeded to take back his previous comment. Although we will have cable when we finally close on our house, this process has made us aware that we need to limit our time sitting in front of the television. 
5. It forces you to watch a record number of movies in one day, be on the computer for more hours than I like, and not be current with what is going on in the world. I would say this is my least favorite part of not having TV. Everyday, for the last couple weeks, when I would get home from work, I would get on the computer. Then I'd cook, walk the dogs, eat, and get back on the computer. Personally, the last thing I want to do when I get home is be trapped in some chair staring at a 12" screen. With the TV, I feel less trapped and more relaxed...even if I am not interested in what is actually on TV.  
Although the Tucker Family is a huge advocate for cable (hello, reality TV is my guilty pleasure...), going without for the last couple weeks has made us aware that we need to make what's on TV less of a priority!  Happy Thursday!
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