SHE’S MY BABY GIRL
I have talked some about my family, but just in bits and pieces. I am missing my daughter today so I thought I would tell you a little about her. She is my baby girl, even thought she is 28 years old. She is the polar opposite of me, in looks and actions. She is tall, dark, and mouthy. Haha
One day when Ashleigh was about 8 or 9 years old, Joe was threatening her about something. He acted like he was going to “get” her, so she took off running. Joe was right on her heels and they were starting down the hall. All of a sudden, she stopped and whirled around on him. “What?” He was so taken back by her standing up to him, he forgot what he was even after her about. That was our first encounter with the young woman she was going to become.
Fast forward to college age Ashleigh. She wanted, since the age of 7, to be a marine biologist. Not really a career that you could have in Grundy, VA, so I was not surprised that she would want to go away to college. I was surprised though, when she chose Alaska. Could she have picked a place any farther away and still been in the US?
Not only did she move away, she went by herself not knowing a soul. She flew into Juneau Alaska and someone from the school picked her up. She lived at the college housing, but did not even have a car for the first month. There is NO way I would have done any of that. She is my tough, brave, beautiful, and spoiled rotten daughter and I love her with all my heart
Today’s outfit is a little bit of a hot mess. You can feel free not to copy this look. I had computer issues and my photo library disappeared. The reason I am telling you that is, if I had a choice of a different outfit to show, this one might not have ever made the blog.The problem is this; I like all the essential items, but I am not sure they “work” together. I love these linen pants from Old Navy. However, I tried on several shirts this morning, and could not get the look I was wanting. I love the simple v top (c/o) from Covered Perfectly, it is a perfect go-to top in the spring and summer, when nothing else will work. I have it deliberately crunched in the front for that relaxed kind of feel. I love this waterfall sweater in the navy and white stripes. I like that is goes with the pants, in one of those crazy pattern mixing kind of way. BUT, I don’t know if I love the outfit. It reminds me of chicken and dumplings. I love every single ingredient in chicken and dumplings, but I don’t like chicken and dumplings. Haha
Here are some similar items from the look:
Plus size pants:
Here is a similar waterfall cardigan:
I’m sorry about this post all around. My time management has not been very good today. I blame the computer. Since it tore up, I had to send it to be repaired, then I had to go to a woman’s club meeting where I was installing a new slate of officers for the coming year. I got back home around 9:00 p.m. and the computer is not EXACTLY performing correctly. It is kind of like today’s outfit, not really bad, but just seems off a little.
If there is anybody who has never visited my blog before, please don’t think this is the norm. I swear, I usually do better. You gurls back me up on this. Lol!
This is my daughter in every way. I always think of her when I hear this, and it never fails to make me smile.
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I have a young woman daughter who is just like yours! She was 2 years old and she was talking to her brother about something that must have made her mad, and she balled up her little tiny fist at him and said, “do you want some of this!” Well we never laughed so hard! Don’t know where she heard or saw it. She’s an adventurous sort as well, went to Costa Rica to learn Spanish in her freshman year and lived with a family she never met before. Moved to LA for school, brave gurl! Your outfit looks comfy for sure! We have all had those days.
Different strokes… I LOVE this outfit on you, and the combination of the pieces. Perhaps I would switch the shoes to a platform sandal.
For me, a different sweater/jacket may work better. Perhaps your white denim jacket/blazer, blue denim jacket, or a coral sweater? Beautiful picture of your daughter, what a background!
I think the look is cute and comfy! I’d wear it!! Your daughter is precious! I have one that is 16 and just like your Ashleigh — stubborn as the day is long and she can’t wait to go to school far, far away. LOL!! Thanks for Sharing Tania!
May I suggest you tuck the top in? Pants as loose/flows as these need to be countered by a trim top/Tshirt. A bit higher heel would raise them off the ground making them look like they’re your’s and not borrowed from a taller “girl”.
I agree!!
I am so impressed with your daughters determination and courage! However, you are pretty inspiring yourself! Your outfit isn’t flashy today. But its cool, calm and collected. I like that.
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Oh Tania…….I just love you girl!! I happen to love your outfit today…looks soooo comfy! I have to get me a T from Covered Perfectly, and see just how wonderful they are. Yesterday you inspired me to order the boyfriend jacket from Glamour Farms, I can’t wait to get it and try it on!! Everyday you inspire me, to be a Jesus lovin fashionista, and I just love your girlfriends. If I am ever in your neck of the woods I’m going to look you up!!
I also think that your daughter is beautiful, reminds me so much of my daughter, Brooke, 26 years old…strong, beautiful, independent and a go-getter!! These young women are going to change the world!! I don’t think they would have ended up like they are without a strong and wonderful momma in their lives!! Oh Happy Day, enjoy the remainder of your week, and SMILE!!
The t from covered perfectly is really nice, but be aware it has spandex or some type material in it that makes it more form fitting.