1. I got myself back on the freeway for 40 minutes and went to the largest and nicest mall near us. Now that I have been there once I would be more likely to go again. This time though I was focused and only went to the JJill store. I returned a dress I had ordered (but kept the PJ set) and then tried on a few more. I really liked this one as a summer formal wedding guest dress especially the color and fabric as it will be very hot. I ordered it in my usual size and also bought the necklace it was displayed with. Fingers crossed it fits. I may return the necklace despite the drive if one I already have will work. I have an ivory cardigan I can take for later in the evening and hope to borrow a dressy purse or just use a smallish regular shoulder bag I have.
I don’t usually wear something voluminous, but the color is great, it is a maxi and very airy. I'm sort of planning this look but with a different necklace and no bracelet. A stack of shoes & sandals have arrived so as soon as the dress gets here I will start trying things on and doing more returns lol!
2. Chipping away at my Outstanding Annoying Tasks. Finally finished a plant care guide by season for our re-landscaped yard. Did some yard work including the Spring fertilizing noted in the guide!
3. Saturday was our 44th anniversary and a gorgeous sunny day so we went out to lunch. We went to Headlands Brewery in Berkeley where all seating is outside and they were playing lively music. One BLAT for me and Deluxe Smash Burger with seasoned fries for hubby and beer for both. It was fun.
4. A dear friend called and after the usual chit chat clearly needed to talk about her health struggles. I was happy to listen, commiserate, and ask questions about possible options. So sad she is facing such struggles and wish I still lived nearby.
5. I enjoyed watching 2 seasons of Queens of Mystery via PBS Passport. Started the 4 season show Murder in Sweden and it is much darker as Nordic mysteries tend to be and British ones don't.
6. I've slowly been stocking on non-food items as I do regular shops for them or place orders if that is how we buy them. I'm mostly hoping to avoid the stress of shortages like we had during the pandemic. Are you doing any stocking up?
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So far this month I've read 3 books that fit into the 52 books challenge. I have 13 prompts left.
Prompt: Told in verse - A very lovely and touching book. Quite sad at times though.
Prompt: Plot includes a heist - Ok but not a favorite
Prompt: Published in 2025 - Apparently the real life subject of this biography was prone to aggrandizing her life and it is unclear what was true and what wasn't. An interesting read.
That's a great color. there are outlet stores in Vacaville but I've never been. JJill is one of my favorite brands.
ReplyDeleteIt is one of my favorite colors of those that work for me. I like JJill too and find it amazing how few regular stores are in the East Bay.
DeleteI love that colour dress. Because it is so loose it will be nice and cool.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
That is my hope given the weather. We have very few really hot days where I live now so it won't see much use later I'm afraid.
DeleteBeautiful wedding guest ensemble! I love, love, love pintucks...had them on my wedding dress. Speaking of, belated anniversary wishes. Our 49th was yesterday.
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary to you!
DeleteHappy Anniversary! Sounds like a great way to celebrate. I like that dress, especially the color. I bet it will look great :-)
ReplyDeleteI think that dress is perfect! Nice shape style and colour...you've accessorized it thoughtfully too....
ReplyDeleteI have a white linen scarf that would also work as a shawl for that outfit....I wear it with a black linen dress.
Take care and have fun :-))
Thank you. It is to arrive tomorrow so hopefully will fit!
DeleteThat dress looks scrumptious. Like sherbet on a hot day. I hope it works perfectly. Love the color and the loose fit will be cooler, I think. I like the little gold slides featured with it. Bought some very similar at Old Navy. Have never been to a JJill but my sister has always liked them.
ReplyDeleteYour anniversary lunch sounds very pleasant. Glad you guys got out. I enjoy eating al fresco whenever we can. Kind of like a fancy picnic! Congratulations, you love birds.
Oh, Odder. I really enjoyed that book. It is sweet, poignant and tugged at my heart strings...so much so, that I bought it for my 9 year old grand with an otter stuffy, and an otter picture book for her younger sister with similar stuffy. I am looking forward to hopefully seeing otters on our cruise next week.
Did your 9 year old grand like the book? I wasn't sure what age it might be appropriate for. Enjoy your cruise.
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