Baby Blue

There are few things more precious than good friends, good food and a spirit of celebration. Last weekend, I got to enjoy just that at a dear friend's baby "sprinkle" for her soon-to-arrive baby boy #2. I must have had her celebrations on my mind because I realized I had worn a baby blue chambray shirt and baby blue nails to match! (Even my new Jordans have baby blue on them!) 

I recently realized how wonderful dresses are in the summer. You can throw one on without much thought and you have an outfit! I recently acquired this dress at H&M. (You will never guess how much I found it for. $7!) I love the floral print and the fit and it has quickly become a staple in my wardrobe - the type of dress I can wear on its own, with a jacket, a cardigan or even a sweater. It will definitely transition well into fall/winter with a pair of tights and maybe a leather jacket. 

Shirt: Madewell, Dress: H&M, Shoes: Jordans (birthday gift from the brother!)

Bag: Zara, Ring: H&M, Nails: Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Blue-Away

Now some photos from the beautiful "sprinkle".

Steals & Deals: Books

I'm a sucker for "steals and deals". And I take pride in finding a good bargain... to the point where, when asked, "Where did you get that?" I often can't resist the urge to yell out not only where I bought it but how much I bought it for. 

I love discount stores, thrift shops, garage sales, flea markets. I love digging around and searching for that diamond in the rough. It really does feel like a treasure hunt. 

Today, I stumbled upon a book sale at my local public library. I had only gone in to drop off a few books I had borrowed but I was quickly ushered in by the friendliest man. He greeted me saying, "You made it! You're here!" What did I make it to? I thought to myself. My puzzled look must have given it away; he answered, "Our annual book sale! It's our last day and you've made it just in time! Go ahead downstairs." He was pretty persuasive. I didn't think twice and made my way down to the book sale. And boy, am I glad I did because I found a few gems. 

• The Earth Under Sky Bear's Feet: Native American Poems of the Land by Joseph Bruchac & Thomas Locker
• The Perricone Prescription: A Physician's 28-Day Program for Total Body and Face Rejuvenation by Nicholas Perricone, M.D. 
• Psychotherapy: A Basic Text by Robert Langs 
• The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold
• The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafon 
• A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith 

Grand total? $2. *Jumping up and down*