Fitbit finesse

Ok, I must say I am a believer. After recovering from my being so sick I am now ready to get back into action! First day running 3 miles again and I am ecstatic. I may have had to take a few walkif breaks *cough more than a few cough* but it was worth it. 

I received this little gem courtesy of my mom (who I fear may be the only reader occasionally) but it is a cherished birthday gift. You can program it to reach a certain step goal. Mine is 10,000 steps which I just achieved today after having to lay down for a few weeks! I feel as though this is a solid victory. It also calculates my sleep quality (mine is poor, welcome to grad life), your calories burned, incoming phone calls, and a few other novelties! 

My puppy also loves it as well, because it means I am enjoying tracking my walks with her. So much so that I have worn her out. It's a beautiful sight. For those of you who are struggling, challenge yourself to take it one step further at a time! I know that's my plan. After all the walking, my poor pup couldn't handle it anymore.

Yours,

Kelly XoXo

Earth Day Storm

As I sit here on this Earth Day I am reminded of how powerful Mother Nature is and how she can show her claws when she wants. It is true that we have been facing a lot of storms here in the Coastal Bend lately but this one seems to make a point today. It is Mother Nature flexing her muscle to remind us that she is in charge.

At times like this I want to curl up in a blanket with a good book and my dog. It is not to be until after May though. I am chugging along and typing my thesis.

My thesis feels like a living and breathing entity lately that I am grappling with on a daily basis. I type for hours at it only to come back and undo all the words that were there before. Oh well. Back to typing here I go!

Stay safe and stay dry!

Yours,
Kelly XoXo

Birthdays bliss

I know it has been a while and I apologize! I've spent a while in and out of the hospital but I am much better now! This has definitely been a trying couple of weeks for me. I have only about a month of grad school left and I am ecstatic/freakingout/sad/happy/afraid/confident/andsomuchmore. My dream job would be to write young adult novels, but until I become the next J. K. Rowling, I am working on my career. Why can't freelance writer/beach lover be a full time job? A girl can dream. 

I just celebrated an amazing birthday and I couldn't have asked for anything more. I was healthy and surrounded by friends and family. 

Hopefully as this week progresses I will get some more outfit posts on this blog. I've got quite a few in the works! 

I received a Fitbit for my birthday (thank you mom) and I can't wait to try it out! Hopefully I stay healthy enough to be able to rack up some calories on it.

Yours, 

Kelly XoXo 

Survivor

Very sorry to have disappeared for about a week but felt like I was in death's clutches. I had a terrible kidney infection brought on by kidney stones, and needless to say I was very sick last week. I am back now!
Wow these last few weeks have been a whirlwind of craziness lately. School and work take up most of my days while I try to maintain a life with my friends (and oftentimes my dog).
Trying to wrap up chapter 3 of my thesis for grad school just in time for spring break! That would be lovely! So I can begin working on chapter 4 during my break.... Gotta love grad school!
On another note, here is today's outfit. I am clearly dreaming of sunnier and warmer weather! The rain is relentless lately down in South Texas.

Dress by Missguided, and Clinique red lips with a satchel by H&M. DON'T FORGET: it's Clinique bonus time at Dillard's! You can get all kinds of free goodies with just one simple purchase.
Can't wait for spring!
Yours,
Kelly XoXo
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Leather and texture

Today on the blog, Leather and texture. I have a black biker leather jacket on, that is lighter than it looks and soft to the touch.  Underneath I have it pared with a collared mint green chiffon shirt from Forever 21. It's paired with a split skirt with a texture that you can actually see from H&M. It is comfortable, and it can go from day to night.

For the necklace it matches my red lipstick. I picked it up at a little arts and crafts fair, from a booth called Gemma's Gems.

You can pair with low pumps and wear it to work, or like me, a pair of edgy booties and go out for a night on the town.

Yours,

Kelly XoXo

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Spring bag

Spring bags are here! 

Just because the weather is bringing us down does not mean we can't get ready for spring! I like this large tote for carrying out schoolwork, purse items, and even lunch when needed! It's also a really pretty almost periwinkle color that will outshine other bags. Kate Spade NY, Southport Avenue Lydia. 

I want to make an amendment to this post, about three days after I got this bag, I had a container of cranberry juice inside. It managed to spill almost the entire content of it on the interior (which is white and blue). I thought that I had ruined the bag but it didn't even stain! If you want something with good quality I really do recommend this company. I was very happily pleased to find out that I did not ruin my new bag! Although, I do now make sure containers are completely sealed before they go inside.

Yours,
Kelly XoXo
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Back the puck up

Went to my first minor league hockey game this weekend, watched the Corpus Christi Ice Rays play. It was a lot of fun, and I enjoyed watching all of the mini games! I've only ever been to one other hockey game and that was when I was really little. It's always nice to go out with friends, forget your problems and watch a good sports game. The only thing I am a little bit dad about is that I was too full to get a jumbo salted pretzel with cheese. But, there is always next time! 😹

Yours,

Kelly XoXo