Sunday, May 29, 2011

A Little Pre-Memorial Day Fun!


The weather here has been so unpredictable...you have to be up for anything.  Unfortunately my hair did NOT get that memo...lol . Any hoo...we let our daughter have  few friends over today...so my BFF and i played with the camera a little while the kids hung out. Whenever Y and i are together we always seem to crack each other up! So nice to have friend you can laugh with!

Saturday, May 28, 2011

The Weekend Is Here!!!!

Hope every is all ready for some relaxation and fun times...hopefully the weather will hold up..fingers...and toes crossed! Sorry for the lack of post this week...Next week will be much better!



Shoes (Tory Burch)

Tuesday, May 24, 2011

It's Chilly...again

So the temperature has dropped again....but that's the joy of being in Chicago! I can't wait for the temperature to finally be in the 80's and stay. So my daughter and i thought we would venture out for a few pics before the sun goes down.


Dress (no name from Ross for less), Bag (Kooba)

Sweater (The Limited)

Shoes (Lamb)

Sunday, May 22, 2011

Sunday Funday!

Today was my nephew graduation day, from high school!!! My i can remember when i changed his diapers. My daughter and nephew are 4 years apart..so that means in a few weeks i will be attending another graduation..hers. From junior high. Wow how time flies....but none the less, it was a glorious warm day in Chicago...finally..finally. Please say it will stay!!!!

Black Dress (The Limited ) 
Shoes (Steve Madden)

Clutch (American Apparel)

My little photographer

Saturday, May 21, 2011

A little something extra

Today was a busy Saturday. But i was able to find a spare moment to sit at an outside restaurant and have a snack while talking on the phone to my bff. It funny how we get caught up in the rat race of daily living that we forget the little things. How i marveled in being able to sit in the sun quietly, watching people go by, and not feel rushed. Just a day to take it all in....



Couldn't feel more relaxed than Alex...LOL

Jeans (Joes), Sweater (blk cashmere theory turtle neck), Hat (Target)


My Bff was taking photos..and i really felt carefree

Thursday, May 19, 2011

Foggy Day in the Chi

Well ladies sorry for the delay in posting...Oprah has wiped me out..and my voice for that matter! It has taken me two days to recover from being up so late and well as being on an Oprah star studded high! The weather here was a little chilly and foggy today...but hopefully you will enjoy these pics. (P.S. This is not the outfit i wore to the magnificent Oprah)




Being my silly self as usual



Monday, May 16, 2011

Getting ready for Oprah

My friend Yvette and i are heading to the final Oprah show tapings!!! I am very excited...but i have a problem....what to wear...what to wear? We are talking national TV here. Ha...with 26,000 other fans. So i guess it really doesn't matter what i wear...as i probably won't be seen...but...you never know...
SO here are some pictures form the other day for you to enjoy..while i go raid my closet. Enjoy...Happy Monday!

Blazer (Zara)


Shoes (Betsy Johnson)

Watch (Michael Kors Mother of Pearl)

Saturday, May 14, 2011

oh la la

{ guest post and photos by yvette of yffoto }

After picking up tickets to the Oprah Show Surprise Spectacular {yes we got them!} we hit the French Market for a bite to eat, some girl chat and a few photos.
{ classy & casual }

{ chocolate tea cup from Vanille }

{ this is the silly girl I know - I think Al might be embarrassed of her mother  - tee hee }

{ Open toe shoes even if it is 49 degrees outside - form over function, always }

{ handmade at 1154 Lill Studio }
We had a great time till I was scolded by the security guard - not once, but TWICE for taking photos.  I even went and spoke to a management guy who said it was OK.  The third time he came by he said something like "Oh and by the way I understand why you would want to take photos of your friend, she's beautiful." and walked off with a big 'ol grin.  Ahhh Chicago!

Tuesday, May 10, 2011

Taxing Tuesday

Finally a wonderful day outside with warm weather. What a nice way to end a month of audits and reviews. Here is a picture of one of my favorite comfortable dress, that is easy to wear and through on at any given time.



Blush blazer (H&M)

 Chiffon dress (H&M)

Steve Madden booties

Michele watch w/ Tiffany bracelet

Sunday, May 8, 2011

Happy Mother's Day

Being a mother is a precious gift. Being able to see your offspring blossom and bloom is delightful. For me, being a mother is a beautiful thing!

Black linen pants (Armani Ex), Sunnies (Prada), Shirt (no name- from Charlotte Russe)



Shoes (Chanel Flats)

Happy Mother's Day to me...(w/ my daughter Alyciah)

One of my presents

White Tank(no name)
Hope everyone enjoyed their Sunday!!!!

Thursday, May 5, 2011

Beautiful Spring Day

Today was a day filled with meetings and tying up many loose ends from a busy 4 weeks. I finally found some use for this beautiful Hermes scarf ...that i have been dying to wear. let me know what you think...

Striped Pea Coat (The Limited), Belt (Forever 21)



My baby "Meisha" came outside to see me!

White shirt (the Limited), Skirt (vintage)

Bracelets (forever 21)

Shoes (Aldo)

Scarf (Hermes)


Me and My daughter (photographer)- Alex