Thrifted

Short Shorts

- Melody

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denim shirt: thrifted, striped shirt: Old Navy, shorts: F21, shoes: Converse, bracelet: Urban Outfitters, watch: thrifted

It was hot when I wore this. I’m not sure how I feel about it. I mean, it was bearable hot, but still hot. But my parents seem to think there’s another cold front moving in. We’ll see. 🙂

Unfortunately, I found out yesterday that I’m not done with my schooling! There was a mishap with my transcript and classes I did/didn’t take at my junior college and long story short I have to stay and take another math and science credit before I can get my diploma. Blerg! Looks like I sort of get my wish to not graduate just yet. 😉 However, my friend Candice gave me the most encouraging word when I was stressing today. She looked me square in the eye and told me this is happening for a reason and that I’m done in this season. She told me God is still teaching me and preparing me for the next season and right now I need to just sit in it and let Him do it. It’s what I needed to hear in that moment and I’m glad she let God speak that through her. 🙂 Love you, Candice!

In more serious business, Kasie Clary is the sister of my former DNow leader, Kendall Clary Ventura. Kasie has been missing for a few days and hasn’t been heard from. Her car has been found but the police are still searching. If you have heard from her or have any information please call the Hillsboro, TX police department. (254) 582-8406. In addition, pray for the Clary family that God would give them peace and rest in this and that Kasie would be found.

Happy Thursday!

Bohemian Rhapsody

- Melody

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blouse: thrifted, skirt: thrifted, sandals: F21, bracelet: Old Navy, necklace: H&M

Shout out to my 14 year old sister, Ru, for taking these. 🙂

These are the cheapest shoes I own. They don’t even deserve to be called shoes, really. They were $7.50 from Forever21, and while I like them alright it’s like walking on a piece of cardstock with some pleather attached. Can I get an amen? So why in the world do I keep shopping for their shoes?! It’s a sickness. A well shot photograph of a cheap, shiny shoe and I’m hooked. STOP IT, FOREVER21. Thank the Lord there isn’t a store near me.

Things I’m looking forward to the rest of the week:
-Finishing my piano barrier! Whew.
-Going out with a bang in my last week of school. (Not really looking forward to that, though)
-My counseling appointment tomorrow! (Oh yeah, I go to counseling. 🙂
-My very last college choir concert. I’m going to bawl my eyes out, y’all. Forrealz.

Today is my last Wednesday of full classes. I’m sad but for some reason I just keep thinking that classes will still go on throughout the summer and I’ll never have to leave. 🙂

My dog farted while I was writing this. So…

Happy Hump Day!

It’s Not Cold

- Melody 1 Comment

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cardigan: Target, blouse: Target, jeans: Old Navy, coat: Old Navy, bag: Target, boots: thrifted, scarf: Old Navy,
necklace: H&M

I wore this way back in December at the Passion 2013 conference. I just found the pictures in my iPhoto so I thought I’d post them even if the weather isn’t this cold anymore. 😉 I’m really not looking forward to summer. I hate heat!

For part of my graduation requirements and since I transferred to my university, I have to take a piano proficiency test. I took half of it yesterday and passed! Woohoo! I’m taking the other half tomorrow afternoon and can’t wait to get it over with. I’m so sad I’m graduating, though. I’ve become so close to the people there and it breaks my heart to leave.

I love you guys! 🙂

Happy Tuesday!

Stripey Monday

- Melody

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shirt: Old Navy, jeans: Forever21, boots: Go Jane, watch: thrifted

Who knew a $6 shirt could make me feel so good! You should really hop over to Old Navy and pick it up. It’s oversized, soft, and stripes. My top three favorite things in a shirt. I own this in two other colors. 🙂 But oh, these boots! I remember when Target came out with a pair like these with the thick zipper up the back, but I wasn’t willing to pay for them. Then these showed up on Go Jane! I love them, but the zipper is SO.HARD. to zip. I’ve tried soap, olive oil, baby oil… nothing! Any tricks?

What are your plans for this week? It’s Monday! Woo…?

PS. Thanks to my amaze sister for taking these. 🙂

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Layers

- Melody 1 Comment

cardi: F21, dress: F21, scarf: Walmart, jeans: Goodwill, boots: Goodwill, belt: thrifted

I tugged along my coat for class but it never served it’s purpose. It sadly sat next to me all day while I was warm enough in my cardigan. Sorry, coat.

Mondays are really kind of the worst, aren’t they? I mean there’s that giant hurricane hurling itself towards the east coast, Jason is out late playing ultimate frisbee, and I’m left home alone. Tired, hungry, and frustrated with taking care of the pets and house. When Jason finally gets home I realize how thankful I am for him and all he does with Pepper so I can relax. I’d make him dinner if I could 😉 I guess that’s what those five bags of candy are for!

Today marks the two-weeks-until date for my recital! Mom is picking up my dress Friday and we’ll start getting it cleaned and altered. I can’t wait to show you guys! 🙂

Best thrifted thing ever.

- Melody 4 Comments

tee: Target (similar), oxfords: Target, skirt: Salvation Army (similar here)

If I could meet the person that made this skirt I’d at least hug them. The more I look at it, it seems to be homemade. Seams are all intact and it’s super comfy so I’m happy. Also the $6 price tag didn’t hurt.

My recital hearing is tomorrow at 1:00 pm. Eeek! Everything is memorized and I’m feeling confident. Since I’ve got the day off I’m going to spend it mentally preparing and running through my songs one last time. Once this hearing is over I will relax a little and start to have fun. I can’t wait to show you guys my recital dress!