Go Green.

Green eating that is. 

I love a fresh home cooked meal, but let's face it, it's a lot of work. And not to mention spendy. Check for sales, download free coupons, and save money with store cards or store apps (ie. Target redcard - 5% discount on everything you buy with your card or the Target Cartwheel app - varying percentage discounts off everyday items). 

I do the bulk of my grocery shopping at Target and save on average $10 per trip with all of the [helpful] saving promotions out there. This makes healthy eating much easier.

On tonight's menu for me was homemade taco bowl and guacamole. Lettuce, limes, cilantro, avocados, rice, black beans, rotel, and mixed blend cheese. Simple enough for even a busy individual and packed full of healthy nutrients and flavor. 

Hope your bellies are equally as full.

J.

Packing List

Packing for a trip can be tricky. Weather is always unpredictable. I like to find outfits that can be accessorized to work with the weather, and most importantly my comfort! Most of these outfits could be paired with a jean jacket, white blazer, or flats. Cold weather, sore feet, I'm covered. 

Featured items range from old to new and brand name to target. If you like something leave a comment; if I can't track down the exact item, I will hunt you down a similar option.

J.

Everybody dreams.

Thanks for encouraging all the dreamers, John Lennon.

The world needs creative people; people that bring the sunshine to an otherwise colorless world.

Be bright. Be bold. Be a believer - most importantly in yourself.

J.



Imaginary Dream OTD

Dreaming of 'sleeping' all day long. ;) Just kidding. Kind of. Well it's only true when it's this nice out.

Happy Memorial Day weekend! Be safe, have fun. 

J.

Imaginary Dream OTD

So, I just realized that it has been quite awhile since I have posted an Imaginary Dream of the day. Sorry about that, I've been a busy gal; birthdays to babies and everything in between.

Any-who. My dream today is for the future. I suppose most of my dreams are. But isn't that what life's about? Aspiring to achieve greatness and day dreaming of how you'll do it. That passion and drive is exactly what it takes to become your own boss. Which I someday would like to be. 



To inspire you here is an article from The New York Times by Jay Goltz expressing which qualities make for a great business owner and a wikiHow page on how to get started. Enjoy!

Six Attributes of Successful Entrepreneurs

7 Ways to Start Your Own Business

Do YOU have what it takes?

J.

Fashion Finds

Today's fashion finds, courtesy of DSW. I am a clearance girl, if you haven't caught on yet. These metallic gold Ireney Steve Madden flats are not only comfortable, but also adorable. Gold will go with any color, so when I saw these on SUPER CLEARANCE (80% off the already reduced price = $10!) I had to take them home. The One Wink statement earrings were also a steal coming out at just over $5. But, the saving didn't stop there. Thanks to my birthday being in May I scored a $5 off certificate from DSW, soooo these earrings were essentially free. 

Yep, FREE. Not a bad days work when you save a whopping total of $118 [based off retail price].

Saving Tip: Check out retailmenot.com and hunt down some promo codes so you can be guilt free and look fabulous.

Interested in making a purchase?

Steve Madden Ireney Flat (exact)
Dangle Earrings silver/blue (similar option)
Isabella Drop Earrings (similar option)

Happy Thursday!

J.
     

Happy belated birthday... to me!

Yesterday I celebrated my 25th birthday. One quarter of a century old. 

The day was pretty routine; work, dinner, low key night at home. But I appreciate all who thought of me and wished me well and those that very generously sent me gifts. Including this adorable [and oh so fitting] wine glass!



The glass goes well with the card from my future hubby, which read..."Some see the glass half empty, some see it half full, I say who gives a rats ass as long as the bottle is nearby." 

Happy half-way through the work week, to all. 

Getting VERY excited for my vaca.

J.