Fall Favorites

Fall Favorites by ead0724 featuring kate spade

J.Crew merino wool shirt / Oasis metallic jacket, $77 / Frye leather equestrian boots / ALDO leather pointed toe flat / Kate Spade dot bag / Kate Spade / Hive & Honey statement necklace / Tasha tube scarf

Alright y'all cal me crazy but this girl is ready for fall! It is by far my favorite season and I am literally counting down the days until there are cooler temps, pumpkin everything, and most important... football season! I am sure this will be one of many wish lists for fall but so far these are all on my radar. I am saving up for a few key pieces for fall, including a utility jacket, finally biting the bullet and buying Frye boots, and some new comfy but cute sweaters that can be worn both our and to work!

Whats on your fall wish list? 

Yours truly, 

Emily 

A Catch Up Is In Order...

Hey Y'all I am officially back in my apartment and back from my last beach trip of the summer... possibly. Last week I was house/dog sitting for a friend of mine and although I had the greatest time at her cute little house with her dogs, my whole week seemed a bit off not being in my own apartment. The week was even more set off by the fact that I knew I had to be up at the crack of dawn on Saturday to make another trip to the beach with a group of my girlfriends. We hit loads of traffic but made it to the beach just in time to set up our chairs and crack a beer when the rain started... womp womp womp. Overall it was a great weekend and I am so happy I have been able to see these girls so much this summer!

I am now back in Richmond and excited to get to my own routine and being in my apartment. Unfortunately this will not last too long as I will be heading home on Friday for my best friends birthday but I have not seen her in WAY too long so it will be worth it. 

I also wanted to touch base on my post last week about my 20's. I apologize if any of it came off negative or whiny, it was truly not my intention. I think everyone goes through a phase of wondering what the heck they are doing in life and also thinking about where they want to go. I can't thank you enough for all the positive and encouraging comments! As chances would have it, one of my best friends actually got me this book for my birthday ...

I have started reading it and am loving it so far. It's filled with all sorts of fun exercises that really get you thinking about what you want in life and how to turn these thoughts and wants into actions and plans. Look for a review soon!

In other news, y'all Fall is officially on the way and this girl could not be more excited! The past few mornings have had serious cooler temperatures and left me craving all things fall. Don't get my wrong, I love summer and have thoroughly enjoyed my trips to the beach and laying in the sun but when it comes down to it... I am fall girl. And what kind of fall girl would I be if I wasn't already getting excited for new fall purchases! Look for a post on new fall goodies I've had my eye on...

Hope everyone has a great week!

Yours truly, 

Emily

Lost in Translation- Your 20s

This is going to be one of those over sharing semi emotional posts so if your not interested... feel free to ignore. 

As many know, last week I had a birthday and turned one year older. I love birthdays and while I had the most amazing time celebrating with my friends and family... I kept thinking about where I am in life. I kept thinking about how everyone says your 20's are the best time of your life and to enjoy them as much as possible. I don't know about anyone else but so far... I haven't found my 20's to be all that great and exciting. Let's examine shall we... you graduate school, possibly move home or start your first job in which you are probably severely underpaid and more poor then you were in college. If your like me, you move somewhere where you know no one, make enough to live paycheck to paycheck and buy yourself things you really can't afford and are forced to live off of bananas ans asparagus the following week. Sounds stellar right? 

This week I have been doing a lot of reflecting trying to figure out where exactly I am lacking in life and where I want to improve. Not even just goals and ambitions in life but even simpliar questions like where do I want to live? While I am happy in Richmond, would I be more happy living in North Carolina where a majority of my friends are, would I even have a job in North Carolina, or would I be more happy if I moved back home and saved money while I figure out exactly what it is I want to do? I have been thinking about these questions all week and I have yet to come up with an answer. 

If you asked me when I was 15 what I thought I would be doing at my age, I would have told you working, with a boyfriend hopefully soon fiance and working to own a home. This couldn't even be farther from where I am in life right now. I am single, and not a miserable or desperate single, but a single nonetheless, I have a one bedroom apartment, and there are days when I have wine for dinner... probably more often then I would like to admit. 

All of this leads me to my ultimate question... what the heck am I doing with my life and what do I want to be doing? 

While I have yet to come up with an answer to this question an fully am prepared to leave it answerless for the time being... I have found some helpful resources and wanted to share...

- This article talks about how to survive a quarter life crisis... yes they are real. 

- Another article on staying positive during your Mid 20 crisis

- 20 things to let go of in your 20's 

- 31 quotes about being in your 20's

- A helpful reminder on why your 20's are awesome

Again I thoroughly apologize for the rambling but I am hoping I am not the only one who feels a bit lost in translation...

Yours truly, 

Emily

Weekend Report

Well Monday we meet again and like always... I am less then thrilled about it. This past weekend I was lucky enough to travel down to Raleigh to spend the weekend catching up with some of my best friends. It was so great to see everyone and hear about what everyone is up to these days! Here's a few snap shots of the weekend...

Hanging at Churchills 

Jello shoes were apparently necessary 

Saturday spent in the pool

Group shot

Round 2

Gangs all here!

How did you spend your weekend?

Yours truly,

Emily

5 on Friday

Happy Friday friends! 

This week completely flew by and I am not complaining because this girl is on her way to Raleigh! I can't wait to spend the weekend in one of my favorite cities with a group of my favorite people! 

Now onto 5 on Friday...

(One)

This week was an excellent mail week and I got in my new Stella & Dot pieces! I have already worn them both and am absolutely loving them! To refresh your memory I ordered the...

On The Mark necklace

and 

Fiona Earings. 

(Two)

Wednesday was my birthday and my boss was kind enough to treat me to a mani/pedi! It was absolutely amazing and just what I needed after a few stressful weeks at work.

(Three)

After my mani/pedi a group of friends got to together to celebrate my special day at one of my favorite RVA restaurants... Pearl! It was a great time and I would be lying if I said I wasn't feeling the aftermath the next morning. 

(Four)

Here's a shot one of my friends snagged at time while when they brought out the cake. Not the greatest picture but I like it because I look so happy and to be honest... I was. Every year on my birthday I am reminded of how blessed and loved I am and it leaves me feeling incredibly fortunate for all that God has given and done for me. 

(Five)

As I mentioned before, I am heading to Raleigh this weekend and can't wait to be reunited with some of my best friends! There will be lots of catching up, lots of wine, and as always lots of fun. 

Hope everyone has a great weekend!

Yours truly, 

Emily

Birthday!

That's right y'all... its my birthday!

Sorry for the lack of posts this week, with work being crazy, my birthday, and going out of town this coming weekend- life has gotten a little much.  

As for celebrating my special day- I was surprised at work yesterday with my mom and grandma driving down from Maryland! They took me out to lunch and of course we had to do a little shopping. Today I will be heading into work for a little bit then my sweet boss is taking me on a mani/pedi date before cocktails and dinner with friends... can't wait!

Hope everyone is having a great week, xoxo!

Yours truly,

Emily

Weekend Report

This past weekend I had to work so there wasn't much going on. The one exciting event from the weekend was grabbing dinner with drinks with my cousins who were in town for a lacrosse tournament. It's not very often I get to get together with them so a catch up was way overdue! 

While we waited for dinner we headed to The Boathouse and I snagged this amazing picture of the sunset. 

The Boathouse is right on the river and although we didn't eat dinner there, I have heard amazing reviews about their food!

 I also got a chance to wear all of my favorite bracelets to dinner:

Link: J.Crew Stone: CheBella Boutique Bangles: Nordstroms 

Of course I forgot to take picture of what I wore but I am hoping to remember to take some OOTD snapshots this week. 

Speaking of this week... its almost this girls birthday! As I've mentioned before, I am big on birthdays and am excited to celebrate with my friends this week AND this coming weekend. I am hoping the week will fly by and I have no doubt it will, given that I have something different going on every day. Dinner with a friend, happy hour celebration, laundry, spinning (x2), and mani/pedi date.... its going to be busy crazy week!

How did you spend your weekend?

Yours truly, 

Emily