* red and white striped tee-- Stephanie B. * yellow cable knit cardi-- J. Crew * brown pencil skirt-- Banana Republic * western belt-- Goodwill Outlet * leopard tights-- Hue * brown booties-- Target * beaded hoops-- H&M * yellow knit hat-- Grace Elements *
Some big changes are happening here in alltumbledown world. I'm not good with small talk, so I'll just come out and say it: I was fired on Monday. And I couldn't be happier. Things (read: attitude towards me) have been going downhill in a major way since I decided to apply to graduate school, and sharply declined once I was accepted. Just waking up and dragging myself to work had become a challenge, and it sapped me of energy to do much else. Though I had already given notice for mid-May, my boss decided I needed to be gone immediately. I cleared out my desk, shed a few tears, and headed home.
And yet, I am happy. My life is pretty full nowadays- I tutor (and will likely start another tutoring job soon), take Latin class, and am preparing to move to a new city this summer. I also have plans: to finally get my license, brush up on my French, spend some time in the library reading up on my history, and enjoy life more than I have in the past few months. I'm excited for Sunday brunches, the ability to actually make all the recipes I've bookmarked/drooled over, and to relax.
I spent yesterday hanging out around the apartment in sweats, but this morning I resolved to get up, get dressed, and remember that I am a person of worth. While it may seem slightly ridiculous, the mere act of preparing myself to greet the world as usual made today feel a bit more normal. I do hope the positive pressure of this blog encourages me to do so daily, even if I have nothing more planned than a trip to the library or a tutoring session. Over the past year and a half of blogging, I have learned how powerful costuming can be, and hope that I can continue to use clothing to make each day feel special and important. I don't know how this will affect the blog, though I do imagine I will have more time to dedicate to building my readership and taking photos in slightly more exotic spots than my kitchen.
19 comments:
Oh, Nina, I'm sorry about work. It sounds like, though, it was a blessing, that it would have happened inevitably, but at least now you have some time to do the things you have wanted to do, which is wonderful. You have some really fantastic plans on the horizon, and I'm excited for you!
PS I love the confident, bold color combination in this look. That striped shirt works so well with that cardigan.
My friend, you will still be amazing, creative, and cunningly smooth than ever before. I can't wait to see how embrace this change. ;o) I'm wishing you all of the best,
Chandra
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Congratulations doesn't seem to be the right thing to say, but perhaps this is the best. Graduate school will present its share of challenges, and this time off will allow you to be in a position to meet them with a recharged battery. Enjoy the Latin and the Sunday brunches!
I agree totally with La Historiadora - "congrats" doesn't quite seem right but it also sounds like this is one of those blessing-in-disguise types of situation. I really really hope you enjoy your extra "me" time and find a thousand and one fulfilling and fun ways to fill it. And on an unrelated note, I love the red stripe top with the beret and yellow cardi - it totally has a fun Parisian feel to it!
xoxo ~ Courtney
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Agree with the others, this sounds like a good thing but it's awkward to say congrats! :-)
Enjoy the time to yourself and with your husband! For the record, I never would have thought yellow and red would look good together but I totally love it on you!
A friend of mine had a baby a few months ago, and she said that just getting dressed everyday and putting on makeup made a big difference on how she felt about and adjusted to her new life. I think that can be applied to life in general, not just life with a baby.
Love the stripes and colors in your outfit! Lookes great and like you are happy with life.
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I'd send condolences but you know what? Anything that allows you to spend more time on Latin is something to be CELEBRATED. I'm really happy to hear that this is a step in the right direction for you, and much as I love your kitchen I can't wait to see you on location!
Also: love love love this outfit. The colour combination is brilliant, & that striped shirt? I might have to steal it from you. Just a warning.
Getting fired is no fun, but if you're happy, then yay! What a great sunshiny outfit - perfect for taking on a new chapter of life, and from what you told me about the weather, that too!
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If you're happy, then I'm happy for you. It sounds like you have a lot of good changes coming up.
Oh my gosh! What terrible and wonderful news. Enjoy this time for yourself before the moving/schooling grind!
I am absolutely loving the pops of red lately -- these stripes, that pencil skirt, the wrap dress. Yay!
It sounds like you've been having a difficult time, and I'm sure it will all be much better now. Happiness is the best accessory to any outfit :)
Well congratulations! Though the circumstances may not be peachy, this begins a new, better chapter for you. Awesome! Sounds like you have a better-than-average outlook.
You're outfit is adorable too!
Let me add to the "awkward congrats." :) Getting out of a bad job situation can be incredibly freeing, if a little scary. Enjoy your time off!
I didn't know there was a designer named Stephanie B. Awesome.
My boyfriend recently found out something that meant that he had to leave his job immediately, and like you he was so happy to be out of that place. Though now that means I'm jealous of his free time! He's been productive, but still found a few hours here and there to enjoy the beautiful weather we've been having. I hope you can do the same, it's great to have a nice balance of purpose and free time.
You look lovely and sunny, too!
I think I want to congratulate you! It sounds like your life is moving now in the direction you want, which is great! :) AND you look fab to boot!
I'm glad you are so lighthearted about this change!! I wish you all good things as you move forward to a new part of your life and get ready for your big move. Enjoy your time off! Also, you look great - this is such a cheerful outfit. =)
Oh man, that's bad news in a way but good news in another way, I'm glad you're seeing this with a positive attitude, it's really hard when you are trying to do it all at once, so I'm glad you will have time to take care of yourself, good thing is that you have your husband to rely on. I wish you the best on doing the things you want to do. =)
I am happy for you! I once (okay, twice) had a job I hated where they treated me incredibly poorly. When I left both jobs, (fired from one, quit from the other---although after I gave my notice they informed they were looking into letting me go anyway! The nerve of telling me that just to preserve their pride!!) I was terrified about how it would look to other people, how it would affect other job prospects. But seriously, it was the BEST thing that ever happened!! When I look at the job and school I'm doing now, and back at those crummy jobs, I realize I couldn't do or enjoy all the things I'm enjoying now if I was still stuck there.
Really, be proud of yourself. You are doing what is best for you and your family, and that is absolutely nothing to be ashamed of. And congrats on your grad school--sounds like your life is shaping out the way you want it to. ;)
Congratulations! I have been laid off before and I know that it can be hard but, you seem to be handling it really well :) You're just moving on to bigger and better things anyway...
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