DREAMS REALLY DO COME TRUE
I was skimming through a new book that just came in, and the author was talking about dreams and plans. There are some people who make plans and meticulously put those plans into action. And then there are some who just seem to go wherever the current takes them. In reading the dreams of the author, I caught myself thinking that I was over 50 and I was just too old for making new plans. WHAT!!! Did I even read my mantra? Age is an attitude, Keeps your young!
Okay then, after telling myself to stop being ridiculous, I started thinking more about dreams. I am a pretty simple person, I don’t really want for a lot of things. I have a nice car, a nice house, and as you all know, I have plenty of clothing. Traveling has never really been my “thing.”
But what if you COULD go and do, what if you could have anything you wanted? Am I really that simple, or have I just started settling? I have never made a bucket list, I never liked that name. But, I could make a few suggestions for a “Dreams Really Do Come True” list.
- Visit New York City
- See the Aurora Borealis
- Appear in a magazine advertisement
- Own a pair of Charles Louboutin
- Celebrate my 50th wedding anniversary

These are just a few things that come to mind to give you an idea of what I am talking about. I read about this person who for their job, had to change their password every 60 days. It was a real pain to try to remember the new password, and she was fussing about it one day. She decided to do an experiment the next time. Newly divorced and still bitter, she wanted to let go of the bitterness. So her first 60 days password was “forgivejohn.” She said after having to type to forgive her ex-husband for 60 days, she actually did forgive him. So they next time she changed her password to “goonacruise” She typed “go on a cruise” for 60 days and she started making the plans, and went on the cruise. I think you can see where this is heading. She took a pain-in-her-side problem, and instead made it a life-changing experiment.
I picked a strange topic to talk about with this outfit. Even though I paired the grays with yellow, the whole look of the outfit is still a little dark and gloomy. Maybe that I why I chose and uplifting topic. Or maybe what I was really wanting to change was this outfit. Haha Anyway, I will start with the positives. I love these yellow espadrilles by Michael Kors. I wore them in this post, which is one of my very favorite looks.
Espadrilles: Vince Camuto | Charles David | Nine West
My yellow, white, and gray tie blouse is an old one. I don’t wear it real often, I prefer an open neck look. The tie makes me think of a business suit for some reason. I think this look would work in most office settings, you could wear long pants if your office does not allow ankle pants. These are black pixies from Old Navy. I am just shocked at how many of you had never shopped at Old Navy. They have a wide array of clothing and it is very reasonably priced. It is the less expensive and less quality version of Banana Republic.
Yellow & Gray Blouse: Floral | Tunic | Blouson
Black Ankle Pants: Old Navy (ankle) | Old Navy (long) | Old Navy (Plus)
This charcoal gray jacket has 3/4 ruched sleeves. It is several years old, but I still like the way it looks and feels. It must be something about this jacket, the last time I wore this I talked about dreams also.
Jacket: Similar | Similar (Up to a 4X)
I know several things I would put on my “Never Gonna Happen” list.
- Skydive
- Dive with the sharks
- Sing in a Broadway Show
- Climb Mt. Everest
- Hold a Tarantula
Of course, I never thought I would have a blog and wonderful readers either. And, my sister probably never thought she would be a published author. Dream, plan, and remember that “age is an attitude.” What are some of your Dreams Really Do Come True items?
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I really like this outfit. With the yellow/gold it looks like spring in northern MI to me. We are just getting buds and flowers now so our landscape is a mix of these colors.
I like the password idea and the focus it brings. I’m planning a 6-week trip to Europe for late summer and fall this year so I’ll be crossing off all kinds of items on my bucket list. ?
My password was “lose10lbs”…am still working on it!!
I usually don’t post….. but I so enjoy your blog and your outlook on life. Reminds me every day to step it up and never give up!
This is one of my most favorite outfits that you have posted. My morning jingle. “The best part of waking up is Tania in your mail.”
I love your messages with fashion – it’s a 2 for 1 blog – inspirational with fashion tips. My new password is “calla friend”
I love, love the outfit, but then I’m a conservative retired banker. I especially love the shoes and will add finding them to my bucket list. Yes, I do have one. I started my list when I turned 55 and was looking forward to retirement. I have accomplished very few things on the list, but a girl can hope! Thanks for your blog! First thing I open every morning.
I am going to change a password today….heck maybe all of them!!
And I am so with you on the never gonna happen list….you’ve listed all of my major fears!
You need to check out bus trips to NYC from your area. Abbott Bus in Roanoke has a $99 trip, they pick you up about 11pm on a Friday night, you ride all night, make a stop in the morning to “get ready”, then they drop you off at the Empire State building around 10am. They pick you up at the same place around 10pm or on Broadway a little after. you ride all the way home that night and are home Sunday morning. Surely Bristol or Johnson city has something similar.
I have every opportunity to go to NYC, but I just never seem to find the time. Maybe that is what I will ask for this year for mine and Joe’s 30th anniversary. That sounds like it would be perfect!
Love the password story! I’m going to use that idea.
Also love the post on dreams. I’m a natural born dreamer and my mother used to worry about my head being in the clouds too much. But I think we were all born dreamers. Glad you are thinking about yours.
Dreams come in all sizes and types. Sometimes it seems we might expect dreams to be these big, huge deals. If the dream suits the dreamer and causes us to stretch a little–it’s probably the right one.
As usual, love your outfit. Classy with a little sass.
I am inspired this morning by your post Tania, thank you. It is so easy to get bogged down with all the obligations and commitments in our lives it’s easy to lose focus on what makes us smile. I don’t think your look is dark and gloomy at all – the yellow in your shirt and great wedge shoes is the perfect balance to the darker colors. Well put together.
Make sure to come on over to SHOE AND TELL on Style Nudge and link up your great look, especially those yellow wedges!
Cherie
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Thanks Cherie, I am really going to have to start making time for link-ups. I love doing them and yours is always so much fun.