A LITTLE BIRDIE TOLD ME TO WEAR TURQUOISE
Today is the last day of January. Can you believe that a month has already passed since we were watching the ball drop and welcoming in the new year? So, how are those resolutions going, or do I even need to ask? I’m doing well on a couple, but there are others that never saw January 2nd. Lol! But, I haven’t given up. Just because January wasn’t a good month, doesn’t mean I can quit. There are still 11 more months left in the year. 
I am bound and determined to wear a two-piece bathing suit in Los Cabo. I guess that I “could” technically wear one now, but I wouldn’t want anyone to see me, especially not Joe. One of the only diets that have ever worked for me in the past is low carb. I managed to lose weight but then an issue stressed me out. Food was what I turned to, and pretty soon the weight came back. I have tried a lot of other things since then, but nothing seems to work. This past week I decided to try the low carb diet again. I am going to also look into Paleo and Keto, but I need to keep it simple with just a few go-to meals so I don’t have to think about what to prepare. What works for you?
I am in love with this top!!! I love, love, love the deep rich color of this top. It is soft, cozy, and flattering. The cowl-neckline is oversized and can be worn in several different ways. It does run a little large, so I ordered a medium, and it fits me great. The care of the fabric is easy, just hand wash and lie flat to dry. The best part…it is on sale and is only $32.40 and FREE shipping!!! Go here for the link.
Turquoise Jewelry
Turquoise jewelry seemed like the perfect complement to this look. I loved how the turquoise popped against the deep vibrant purple. The Matilda cross earrings have marbling through them and a 2.25″ drop. I added the Mabel 69″ long necklace, but I couldn’t decide if I like it. The cowl-neck made it impossible to double the necklace, and I was a huge fan of wearing it long. I ended up taking it off, but I wanted to show you how it looked. The bracelets were something that I liked though. I added the large link Lelani gold bracelet, the Tayla with the large turquoise stone bracelet, and the Morgan gold bracelet on an elastic cord. If you are interested in looking around on the website for other items or in placing an order, go here.
Birdie Slippers
I couldn’t wait to wear these adorable Birdie slippers that were a gift to me from Rodan + Fields. However, waiting is exactly what I did since I couldn’t find anything that I wanted to wear with them. When this top arrived in the mail, I jumped for joy to see that the color was so similar. Here is what the Birdies website said about the Phoebe slipper: Memory foam to cushion ball of foot Shock-absorbing cushioning Dual-layer high density memory foam Breathable Poron comfort cushioning Elevating arch support Pressure-reducing heel cookie Finished with our signature satin quilting. I say that they are adorable and that they come in several different colors. Here is the link for all of the colors. 
It was so cold out that I was freezing. I thought that this was a good way to keep my head warm. Lol! My daughter wore her cowl neck like this all the time since it was so cold in Alaska. I wore another pair of Vigoss boot cut jeans. There are so many different styles of this jean, and I can’t tell them apart unless I am looking at the pockets. Lol! That is where they get fancy.
My Experience with Rodan and Fields
I started blogging in Sept. 2015 and taking my picture daily was new to me. Putting my face on the internet was overwhelming, especially since I could see all of my flaws. I contacted a friend who sold Rodan and Fields. The 60-day money-back guarantee was comforting since I’d spent a fortune on other products that didn’t work. BUT, they worked!!! When it came time to reorder the products, I asked my friend if there was a discount if I became a consultant and she said yes! I signed up that night with no intention of selling anything, but you ladies noticed my skin. You even said that I was glowing and a business was born. For your own fountain of youth, contact me and I’ll point you in the right direction. You have nothing to lose with the money-back guarantee.
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Be sure to add exercise in every day! I get up at 4:00 5 times a week & hit the gym. I’ve been doing it now for about 6 months & it isn’t always easy but once I get my workout in I feel great & am energized for the day. I also have been one to eat pretty healthy but if I want to cheat every once in awhile it’s ok but I usually feel guilty if I do cheat. lol. The 2 days I don’t go to the gym I put in a kettle bell DVD & do a 30 minute workout. Good luck!!
Love the sweater ordered it at 5 am when I read your blog on FB! Started low carb Jan 17 evolved into keto lost 40 lbs and still on it. Kept it simple. Still going strong…slow but sure. Love the new clothes and always get a lot of inspiring ideas from your posts! Thank you!
I absolutely adore those two colours together, including the beads and would never have put them together myself. You are such an inspiration. Before reading your blog I would have worn two colours together, whereas today I am wearing a mixture of yellow and turquoise with a multi coloured scarf lol. My new years resolution was to join the gym with my partner and so far we have kept it up and are visiting three times a week. I just cant bring myself to cut out chocolate though and I do need to lose weight as I am getting married on the 15th November and I want to look and feel fabulous. This is being followed up with a trip to New York on the 30th so that is my motivator. SHOPPING….
Love your selection for today. Beautiful colors. I have been following your blog for a couple years. I was looking for help of styling as newly retired. I found so much more. I love your style and I so relate. I am encouraged each week by the inspirational posts. I love the community and enjoy the comments. Last October,in response to your interest to lose weight , I saw a little comment from a reader that mentioned a way of losing weight. It was about a book called “Delay,Don’t Deny” by Gin Stephens. I read the book and began 9/1/18. I have dieted my whole life and never found an easier more satisfying way of eating. No cost, no counting,no stress. I have lost about 30 lbs. This is my new way of life and it is a part of a very large community. I highly recommend,give it a look.
Oh my gosh, I forgot to tell you that I LOVE those slippers and that chunky link bracelet! you look beautiful as usual!
Hi Tania, almost 2 years ago I changed my lifestyle after being mistaken for my mother in laws sister! I was sugar addicted and had been eating whatever I wanted for my whole adult life. of course, I had tried diets before but after 12 pounds I would reward myself with sugar and then it was over. I was really good at losing 12 pounds. now I am down 55 pounds and my success lies in starting to exercise (only 5 min on an elliptical 3 times a week at first, now I exercise 20-30 minutes everyday and have even run a marathon) and using My Fitness Pal to honestly watch what I eat. I have to eat a lot of protein to stay full, and that was how I changed my life. not very exciting, but I am very busy and don’t have time for meetings and am not willing to cook separate meals from my family. portion control, protein and exercise. I wish there was a magic wand but this how I am achieving success everyday.
Hi Tania. You look beautiful in that color!?
Two things worked equally as well for me, but Keto definitely had me feeling the best. The first thing I tried was simply using the My Fitness Pal app and logging every single thing I ate…every bite. I stayed within my macros and dropped weight quickly. I did it for about 2 1/2 years with great results, even though it only took a few months to lose the weight.
Back in 2017, I decided to do Keto to see how I would feel. The first two weeks were awful, but after that, it was great. My body felt so much better without the carbs.
Life happens and stress definitely comes with it. I fell off of the Keto wagon, but I am disciplined enough now to generally stay within my mental macros. I have maintained my weight for over a year.
You can do it.?
Hi Tania. I so enjoy your “Joe” stories! Re weight loss, I hit age 63 last year & my weight was at an all time high. My size 16 jeans were starting to feel tight! So myself, along with a few family members joined Weight Watchers. After 5 months (think slow & steady), I was down 25 lbs. & into size 14 jeans. I went to the meetings more so in the beginning but now that I’m into the program I’ve been just doing the weigh-in. I made it through the holidays & came out with only a 1 lb. gain, yay! I love that I can use the WW app for their point system & it keeps me accountable. With the app you can scan the bar code on everything in the store to see the point value. And if you don’t have a WW in your area, then you can start one! (Something else you can add to your busy day, lol!). It’s all about eating smart, weeding out the junk (I don’t deprive myself of my goodies, but I find I don’t need the sweets as much). Stick with your veggies & lean meats & you’re good to go. There are sooo many amazing WW meals/tips (especially desserts) on the internet. My goal is another 25 lbs by July then it’s maintenance! The older you are when you loose weight, the more it shows in your face, so now I’m seeing some of that saggy neck skin though…I can work on toning that flabby arm skin now, but that neck….well, that’s the trade off for the weight loss! But I feel so much better, so it’s worth it!! Good luck in your journey!
I love that color combination! I would have never thought to put them together. That is what I love about following you, you are so creative in your outfits and even though I have zero hope of ever looking as effortlessly put together like you do, you still inspire me to try new things 🙂
Actually, tomorrow is the last day of January. ? I love the sweater! The color is beautiful! You look so slender!