Nordstrom March Make An Entrance Picks

Maybe it's because I have a fantastic getaways on the horizon, which I of course will need a few new pieces for, or because it's 80 degrees and absolutely perfect here in San Diego, I'm so ready for Spring and a refresh,  In either case the March Nordstrom catalog has me flipping out, literally.  I mean I want pretty much everything!  Get settled in ladies, this is going to be a long flight.  Who's ready for Spring?  I know all my favorite East Coasters are.

Gold statement necklace for $68, heck yeah.  This beauty will go with everything from a white tee to amazing shift dress.  In case you haven't figured it out by now, I love me some big, bold, jewelry.  The matching cuffs are gorgeous too, but I'm definitely more of a necklace gal myself.

This look is totally appealing to my inner cool girl.  I mean look at the zips on the pants.  Hey, did I tell you guys the good news???  Come March 31st I've got the green light to wear jeans to work all day everyday, woot woot!  This is the perfect casual/professional look don't you think?  Seriously, the zips on these Paige Marley skinnies (even the style name is cool) are amazing.  I already have the Paige Skyline in white (which are fantastic and on-sale my friends) but these are definitely different enough to justify a purchase in my book and hey, you can never have enough white denim when you live in Southern California.  And for those of you with money to burn, the top and Jimmy Choo shoes. 

If you don't want to spend $$$ but you want some amazing denim, try KUT from the Kloth.  I don't know why, but I don't seem to like their colors/styles in the Fall and Winter, but every SpringSummer they come out with at least one pair of jeans I know I have to have.  My favorite boyfriend jeans are KUT (confession, I've worn them for the last 3 days now, without washing them).  They fit amazing and are super comfy.  These caught my eye this year and will be coming home with me.

So as you may know, I've had my eye on a military inspired light weight jacket for some time now.  I've almost bought 2 or 3 of them in the last 6 months but for some reason keep coming home empty handed.  THIS IS WHY!  I was waiting for this amazing studded jacket to come along, she's on her way.  And now guys, I told you about these shorts (here).  This is your final warning.  If you want some shorts that aren't daisy dukes, fit amazing, and are at an amazing price point, these are them.  They will no doubt sell out in your size, they always do.  If you're even remotely interested, pick up a pair.

Hands down this Alexis Bittar Lion Charm bracelet is my favorite item in the catalog.  It's whimsical, you know I have a thing for cats, and I love the mix of metal and the pop of color.   The necklace ain't half bad either. 

Ok, first off, her nails are amazing.  Then, the bracelets, I only discovered Simon Sebbag back in January, and wow, love the stones and the quality.  What do you guys think?  Do you like the white or the yellow best?  I''m leaning towards the white, but I can't decide.

And yes, I am a broken record.  I'm back telling you once again about how fabulous Zella leggings are.  I swear I'm not a Zella sales rep.  I'm loving the new pink for Spring!  As I confessed on Wednesday, I need to lose some junk in my trunk, too many carbs and sweets in my diet, not to mention days on the couch.  A fun new piece of workout wear (or lounge wear which is more accurate these days) always helps give me a bit of a jump start.

Take a peek and let me know what you're loving.  Hoping you've all enjoyed a beautiful weekend!

And now a disclaimer.  I am using Nordstrom affiliate links.  If you click on these links and you buy something, I make a commission.  Same goes for the Nordstrom and Saks banners in my side bar.  Nobody is forcing you to buy anything, but if you do, why not make your purchase though Brass Honey so I get a little something, something.  If you have a problem with this #sorrynotsorry.  Xo

Confession Mayhem

Forgive any and all typos.  I'm writing this post from the comfort of my bathtub, on my iPad, one double Moscow Mule in.  As you all know by now, I'm blind, so this is a pretty scary combination.  If you see the word smile (sle) or any other word missing a few letters at least now you'll know why.

Anyways, confession number 1 of confession mayhem.  I was going to skip this week's linkup with the lovely Kathy.  You know, I've had a long day blah, blah, blah.  I love you all so much but the thought of a tipsy night of nothingness was pretty alluring.  Obviously I couldn't bring myself to do it, this is after all my favorite linkup.  Despite the fact that things are cray around here, I miss you guys.

So yes, not let's talk about my super long day at the office.  You don't know this, because I haven't shared it with you, but I work for a multi hundred million dollar company that is moving it's corporate office into a major-league baseball park.  I've been working on this project for year now and we're less than four weeks away from moving our employees into a 1924 restored candy factory.

My jobs has been anything but typical these last few months.  Today I spent my day at a brick yard (there's something about the words brick yard I really love.  I've been using it at every opportunity. Saw it with me now...brick yard) and later at the construction site.  I am so living in a mans world right now.  I mean at every meeting I'm the only woman with a crew of 10-12 men.  It's such a strange thing.  I've kept a pair of flats in the car with me at all times these days because I never know where my job is going to take me.  If I disappear for a few days, you now know why.  You also no why I'm drinking a double Moscow Mule.

Until today I haven't written about my mom.  Still trying to figure out how I want to manage that part of my life here, but I will say that some people will never change and you either have to accept them for who they are, or you have to close that chapter in your life and move on.  I've tried and failed at both in this particular relationship.  I'm back to closing the chapter and have found myself singing Let It Go from the movie Frozen like a million times today. 

I've eaten nothing but bagels, pizza and chips today and I have the worst gas!

An old friend from the dorms who I've reconnected with over the last two years has accepted my invitation to San Francisco for a girls weekend.  The thought of this trip has had me smiling for days now.  I don't get along with most girls and I haven't had a girls weekend in 4 or 5 years so I'm playing this one out in my head: martini bars, karaoke, tattoos.  I'm obsessed with the possibilities that his weekend will hold.

D works Sundays and I absolutely cherish my quiet time alone at the house. 

I cheated on my nail girl and went elsewhere on Sunday.  It doesn't pay to cheat people, my nails look like shit.

I NEED to lose 5 lbs (or tone up, I'm not picky) before D and I go away at the end of April.  My thighs look horrible.  Why can't my extra weight go to my boobs???  Somebody help me train.  I need to hit the gym.

Ok so this wasn't really mayhem was it, but the title got you in here to read my post huh?  Hugs guys. Next up is post #100!  I honestly can't believe I'm still here, but I'm so happy I am.  Xo

You Get What You Get

This is what you get when I don't know what to write, lucky you.  It's happened once before (here).  From my journal dated 7/23/2012

The hurt is greater because I never expected it from you.
I didn't want to think that you were flawed too.
Your words were so harsh, but you were probably hurting too.
Now it's hard to tell if your love for me was real.
Probably the biggest disappointment of them all.

Where I'd Be If It Was Only Me

I let myself go there this weekend.  I mentioned (here) that I sometimes have these fears that D is going to die at work and that I'll be left a young widow.  There's something really powerful and comforting about knowing where I'll go and how I'll live if that ever does happen.

I'm in San Francisco in the tiniest little house, more like a stand alone room.  My little house is in the shadow behind a big huge house.  It's shielded from the busy street.  It's just me, and the cats of course.  No car, no stove, no tv, it's a very simple quiet life.  I go to work, I take long walks, I do things I don't do now.  It's the first time I'm ever really alone.