Loving The Hollie Rogue

Have you ever stopped by a new blog and absolutely fallen in love?

That's what happened when I found The Hollie Rogue. 

Andi is a beautiful stay-at-home mother of two, loving wife, and aspiring photographer. Her blog speaks volumes about her passion for life and love for Jesus. Andi's career as an elementary school teacher has been put on hold, but that doesn't get her down! She's a country girl who lives in the big city 'burbs, and adores crafting and vintage antiques!

Andi started blogging when her son was diagnosed with craniosynostosis at 2 months old and she wanted to document the process and keep family and friends updated. Like many of us who begin our blogs for a specific reason, the hobby has turned in to much, much more for Andi as well! Her favorite thing about being a momma is the love and joy her children bring to her life every day. She especially loves cuddles after bath time and jammies!

If Andi could describe herself as a color, she'd choose Purple because with one boy and one girl, she's always trying to be the best combination of both!

Visit The Hollie Rogue and fall in love just like I did. Don't forget to link up on Photo Friday where Andi documents her journey as a newbie photographer and shares tips and tricks on getting your own great photos!

You can find The Hollie Rogue on facebook and twitter!

3 Days

 Yes, friends. 

Three more days until I'm done working at the university. It was all sweet until it became bittersweet at graduation on Friday. I cried like a baby, watching our graduate students walk across the stage, listening to my favorite faculty members speak, hearing the chair's closing remarks... As much as I'm ready to leave and as tough as the road has been, there will be things I miss about this place.

And people. Like you, down the hall. You know who you are.

In other news, I had a wonderful time at the beach with Christina. We went dancing on Friday, I had too many drinks, and we walked on the beach with some new friends that we'll never see again. The wedding was beautiful on Saturday- perfect bride, perfect location, perfect weather. And the gloom got us packed up and on the road in time for me to eat Mother's Day lunch with my family, yesterday. I came home to a pristine house (thanks, babe) and a baby girl that was bounding with energy and lots of hugs! I really couldn't have asked for a better weekend. All I wish is that I hadn't left the four hard ciders that I'd just bought in the hotel fridge. Oh well... Hopefully housekeeping enjoyed them.

 dress: Sonoma via Kohl's

cardigan: New York & Company

flip-flops: Mossimo via Target

headband: Goody via Walgreens

purse: D&L Fashion, handed down from Shelly

I could totally wear this to my new job, right? That's why I bought this dress (50% off!) on Friday. Man, have you been to Kohl's, lately? LOVE that place! And speaking of what to wear to my new job, have you entered my Nanny Style Contest, yet?

You know that when you submit an outfit set (which is actually FUN), you're entering to win a $25 gift card to your choice of one of the four stores I shop at, regularly?

Yep! I said it. MONEY for SHOPPING! Who doesn't love that stuff?

So head over there, nizzow and dress me up!

Click the picture, below, and submit your entry before Friday evening!

Important notes:

I guest posted about pregnancy on The Frugalista Diaries, yesterday! Stop by and check out some important tips and see some of my professional maternity photos, taken by Jackie Ranson Photography!

I was also featured, today, on Blogs from the Heart at My Heart Blogged. Wonder where I shop for deals, how I make the most of my closet, and how I suggest incorporating color into your wardrobe? Head there, now!

And stay tuned! Mansome Monday is coming up in just a bit!

Featured on Emilina Sassperina, Today!

Friends, I do plan to have a regular post for you, this evening!

However, my new and sweet friend, Emily, has featured me in a blogger spotlight over at 

Emilina Sassperina!

I can't get over how darn CUTE she is!

Please go check it out. Her questions were awesome!

If you're not already a follower of Emilina Sassperina, you should definitely give her blog a read! She's adorable, inspirational, has very creative style, and also blogs about her weight loss journey, which you all know is something dear to my heart.

Thanks, Emily!