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May is here! This is almost always my favorite month of the year. It is my birthday month! At my age, it is not about the presents. I don’t really need anything and I want for very little. However, I am always thrilled that I am blessed to be alive for another year. Life is not always pretty or fun but I love being able to experience every moment of it. My birthday rolls around on Mother’s Day this year. That doesn’t happen very often but this year I get to celebrate a “two-fer!” Haha!
What was the best birthday present you ever got? I know what my Mom’s was, it was her sister being born on her birthday. She might not have thought that when she was 5 and her Mom was having her sister but now as she is older I bet she can appreciate the gift more. Lol! The funny thing is that I can’t really remember a lot of my birthday presents over my lifetime. How can that be? I am sure I was thrilled with the item at the time but now it is not even a memory. I thought I was going to get a great birthday present this year. Rodan and Fields were supposed to launch into Australia on my birthday. I thought I was going to get three new business partners for my birthday and I was super excited! However, due to the website issues, R+F have decided to push back the launch until all the glitches have been worked out. I would much rather they wait until everything works smoothly but I am still disappointed that it is not going to be my birthday present. ?
Purple has been one of my favorite colors this year. I have never been a huge purple fan but this year it has taken over my wardrobe. I am literally drawn toward this color in almost every hue. This is a very vibrant purple but I also like lilac and orchids. This top is by Susan Graver and it is perfect for just throwing on and feeling comfortable. This is the type top that looks good without even trying. I think it is the material that looks “rich” but it is so soft and cozy. I usually refer to these type tops as “slinky” and I am careful not to have them fit too close to the body. I don’t want them attaching themselves to my bumps and lumps that I don’t want to be highlighted.
Aren’t these the cutest earrings? I love the knot design and the gunmetal color. I can really appreciate that they are lightweight. I don’t have an issue with heavier earrings but sometimes my ears will hurt after I have a pair on that is heavy. I know some of you have commented that your holes have stretched but these will not be an issue for you. These earrings are called Judy, Judy, Judy. Okay, maybe just one Judy, but you have to admit that would have been cute. Lol! The Bib necklace is one that I wore the other day (here) look at how different it looks in this post. When I wore it with a print it didn’t show up as much but it really shines in this post. I like when you wear this how it has some movement in the chain fringe. It is called Katie, Katie, Katie. It is just not the same. Haahaha!
The smaller bracelet with the black face says’s “Big God” and thelarger one says “With brave wings she flies.” I couldn’t find that one on the website so it must have been retired. All of my cloisonne bangles came from Juneau Alaska. I bought them when I visited my daughter several years ago. She has been fussing that it is about time I made the trip again. I would love to visit her but I cringe when I think of the trip, it is very, very long.
Emma Fox is one of my favorite handbag designers. I love her creations but be fair warned they are heavy. I know when you use good materials that they are substantial and usually heavy but when I put all my essentials (aka as junk) in the bag it weighs a ton. Black is a color that you can carry anytime of the year. I will carry it even in the summer as well as in the winter.
I admit that I like these shoes with this outfit. I am not always a fan of the cut-off at the ankle look but I like it today. I don’t know if it is because the design in the pants looks like it matches the design in the shoes or if is because of the shoe style. Either way, I like it. Lol! These have a small wedge heel and that makes it easier and more comfortable for walking long distances. This pair is by Nine & Company.
I bought this pair of crop pants just the other day at Cato Fashions in town. I don’t have a lot of shopping opportunities locally so I am appreciative that Cato is nearby. I was talking with the ladies from Australia the other day and I asked them where the nearest mall was to them. They said about 5 minutes down the road. Then they asked how far the mall was from where I lived and were shocked when I said at least 2 hours away. They thought I lived in a fairly populated area. Lol! I will have to take pictures one day of where I live. I am sure it would be a real “eye opener” for a lot of you.
For my birthday month, I want to give you something instead of getting presents. Each week on Friday I will be giving away something small. I am sure it will be Plunder or Rodan and Fields related since those are products I have in stock. It is hard for me to express how grateful I am that these companies came into my life. I find it hard to believe that everyone doesn’t want to join in this journey. I felt the same way when I was President of my local woman’s club. I could not figure out why any woman would not want to be a part of an organization that helps other women. That is exactly how I feel about Plunder and Rodan and Fields. Plunder is a jewelry company that goes to extremes to promote women and friendships. Rodan and Fields is a skincare company that has changed so many peoples lives by giving them great skin. If you had ever talked to some of these ladies who had terrible acne or rosacea and are now able to go out in public without makeup you would understand.
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I love the purple on you!!! I actually think it makes you look younger :-). We will also be celebrating a “twofer” on Mothers Day. My granddaughter will be 3!!!! So my Mothers Day dessert will be a Frozen Anna and Elsa cake. Can’t wait.
I love reading your blog every morning before I leave for work. You are an inspiration and you are real. I’m in my early 60’s and I love your style. Just wish I had a QVC outlet near me. LOL
My birthday is this month too!! May 9th! My mother had a tubal on Mother’s Day that year. That is ok because I was her fourth and she was only 21. I can’t even imagine!! My family hates it because they have to think of things for Mother’s Day and my birthday. As I tell them. .. I was me before I was a mother!! Please enter me in your contest. Happy Birthday to you too!!
My kids have always complained about my birthday being so close to Mother’s Day (May 8). It’s even harder now that my daughter has children because she wants to be celebrated on Mother’s Day, too.
You really shine in that purple. Great color on you! Mother’s Day birthdays are always fine, My birthday also falls on Mother’s Day every few years, but not this year. Favorite birthday present?? Hmmm….. I remember loving my 21st birthday because it was such a big deal and I celebrated with friends for days! And, I loved my 60th birthday because we went to NOLA for the weekend (one of my very favorite places t go) and again celebrated with friends for days! So, I guess the bottom line is that I like to party and celebrate for days! LOL
Love the purple on you! Happy Birthday Tania from another Mothers Day baby! May 14th right? I am a lot older than you but love reading your blogs and seeing your stylish self❤️ It helps a “mature” woman stay stylish!
Gorgeous color on you!!! I can’t remember a favorite birthday present. However, like you I am so thankful to enjoy another birthday when it rolls around because I am healthy. The older I get, the more appreciative I am to have good health. ~Lisa~
Shame about your Birthday present not working out Tania – but it will be good I am sue. Besides Birthdays are for fun not business 😉 You look adorable in this purple outfit.
I love the purple on you!!! I actually think it makes you look younger :-). We will also be celebrating a “twofer” on Mothers Day. My granddaughter will be 3!!!! So my Mothers Day dessert will be a Frozen Anna and Elsa cake. Can’t wait.
How fun!!! I may decide to get one of those cakes too!
Where did you buy the purple tunic
That purple is so pretty on you Tania—but can we talk about that necklace? It’s so stunnning!!
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
It is one of my favorites of the new jewelry!
I love purple! I have a tunic almost exactly like this…looks great on you, Tania!
Thanks, Pam. I do love my purple this year.
I love reading your blog every morning before I leave for work. You are an inspiration and you are real. I’m in my early 60’s and I love your style. Just wish I had a QVC outlet near me. LOL
Linda, I will be turning 57 this year. I am not far behind you in age. That QVC outlet would keep you broke. LOL!!
My birthday is this month too!! May 9th! My mother had a tubal on Mother’s Day that year. That is ok because I was her fourth and she was only 21. I can’t even imagine!! My family hates it because they have to think of things for Mother’s Day and my birthday. As I tell them. .. I was me before I was a mother!! Please enter me in your contest. Happy Birthday to you too!!
Oh my goodness!!! I CAN”T imagine!
My kids have always complained about my birthday being so close to Mother’s Day (May 8). It’s even harder now that my daughter has children because she wants to be celebrated on Mother’s Day, too.
So glad I found your blog. You give me so many great ideas
You really shine in that purple. Great color on you! Mother’s Day birthdays are always fine, My birthday also falls on Mother’s Day every few years, but not this year. Favorite birthday present?? Hmmm….. I remember loving my 21st birthday because it was such a big deal and I celebrated with friends for days! And, I loved my 60th birthday because we went to NOLA for the weekend (one of my very favorite places t go) and again celebrated with friends for days! So, I guess the bottom line is that I like to party and celebrate for days! LOL
I agree with you, Brenda. I can’t remember the present but I do remember the parties and friends. I am celebrating the entire “MONTH” this year.
Love the purple on you! Happy Birthday Tania from another Mothers Day baby! May 14th right? I am a lot older than you but love reading your blogs and seeing your stylish self❤️ It helps a “mature” woman stay stylish!
Happy Birthday to come. Lol! The 14th is a great day!!!
Gorgeous color on you!!! I can’t remember a favorite birthday present. However, like you I am so thankful to enjoy another birthday when it rolls around because I am healthy. The older I get, the more appreciative I am to have good health. ~Lisa~
Isn’t is crazy that presents meant so little? I do remember the parties and the people. That goes to show you what matters the most.
Shame about your Birthday present not working out Tania – but it will be good I am sue. Besides Birthdays are for fun not business 😉 You look adorable in this purple outfit.
In case you are looking for a dessert on your Birthday you might like to try this yummy no flour chocolate treat with salted caramel sauce – super easy to make : http://funkyforty.com/flourless-chocolate-cakes-with-salted-cognac-caramel-sauce/
xoxo Yvonne