Jan. First and Balance
Jan. My Casual Basics
Jan. Floral Bomb
Jan. Of All Colors
And just like that, Christmas is over and the new year will be upon us. I always feel slightly sad during this transition time. Time passes so quickly so I never feel quite ready to let the year go. Documenting something as simple as my daily outfits seems so trivial but, looking back at these outfits reminds me of a specific day and mood. I love remembering certain moments that otherwise might have become lost in the fray.
I came across 10 Questions to Ask Yourself on Meg Biram's blog and thought these would be perfect to answer as I close out 2014. Here are my answers...feel free to share any of your answers, too!
1. What was the most important thing you learned about yourself in 2014?
How strong of a person I have grown to be. Each year, I feel more confident in myself and my capabilities. This year, the husband and I encountered challenges as a family but we have conquered them together. If I didn't believe in myself, I don't believe that we could have gotten through those times as easily. It would have been a struggle to determine how I felt and then try to figure out things together. I can now voice my opinion knowing my stance is firm. Except when it comes to food. I'm all over the place with food.
How strong of a person I have grown to be. Each year, I feel more confident in myself and my capabilities. This year, the husband and I encountered challenges as a family but we have conquered them together. If I didn't believe in myself, I don't believe that we could have gotten through those times as easily. It would have been a struggle to determine how I felt and then try to figure out things together. I can now voice my opinion knowing my stance is firm. Except when it comes to food. I'm all over the place with food.
Feb. Emerald City
Feb. I'm Seeing Stars
Feb. Errand Filled
Without meaning to sound corny or cliché, my biggest creation is...my baby! I realize I don't yet have this baby in my arms to hold but knowing this little person is growing inside of me is one of the most amazing creations. I never realized this feeling could be so strong.
March Feelin'
March Under This Umbrella
March Playful Rain Day
March Paired Up
3. What did you overcome this year?
I gave up some of my emotional baggage. I think that's the worst to carry around. Until you face them, you can't really move forward.
I gave up some of my emotional baggage. I think that's the worst to carry around. Until you face them, you can't really move forward.
April Play Ball
April Simply Bohemian
April Nerd
April With This Jacket
4. What were your daily habits and rituals?
I always started my day with a cup of coffee (a latte made by my husband). But, when I learned I was pregnant, I chose to cut that habit. So lately, my habit has become to start my day with a caffeine-free tea. I also have a (bad) habit of always checking Instagram when I wake up.
I always started my day with a cup of coffee (a latte made by my husband). But, when I learned I was pregnant, I chose to cut that habit. So lately, my habit has become to start my day with a caffeine-free tea. I also have a (bad) habit of always checking Instagram when I wake up.
May Tres Chic in SF
5. What book or movie deeply affected you? Why?
Hmm...this is actually a tough one. I didn't get a chance to read or watch as many movies as I usually do in a year. But, one of the standouts I read recently was The Art of Racing in the Rain. This book was recommended to me and I found it to be such a unique tale. I didn't think I would like as much as I did. But, the story was heartwarming and heart wrenching.
June Cute
June Lovely
June Summer Peony
June Love
June Stripes & Panama
6. What did you focus on most?
I focused on my family. In 2013, I remember feeling somewhat lost and I wanted to re-focus my attention on things that mattered. I feel I made a strong effort in 2014 in that regard.
July Silver Accents
July Loyalty
July Sun Hat
July Sweet Vintage Style
7. What was your favorite compliment you received this year?
When my husband said I was cute. For no reason than to just say it to me.
Aug. Grey & Gray
Aug. Forgetting Sucks
Aug. Free Spirit
Aug. LBD
8. If you could go back and change something, what would you do differently?
Frankly, nothing. This is not because I think 2014 was perfect but if I didn't encounter what I did then things wouldn't be as they are now.
Although, if timing worked out then I would have wanted to travel more.
Sept. Classic Combination
Sept. Colored Stripes
Sept. A Vest
Sept. Camel & Grey
9. What did you do for the first time this year?
Oct. Weekend Vibes
Oct. Fleet Weekend
Oct. Delightful Days
Oct. This Shirt Dress
10. What was the best purchase you made this year?
When I think back at 2014, I didn't make any huge purchases. The husband and I focused a lot on home goods so I really love those purchases. Oh, I I also love my pre-order for a Mansur Gavriel tote...but, that hasn't arrived yet so does that count?
When I think back at 2014, I didn't make any huge purchases. The husband and I focused a lot on home goods so I really love those purchases. Oh, I I also love my pre-order for a Mansur Gavriel tote...but, that hasn't arrived yet so does that count?
Nov. New Stripes
Nov. Fall Layers
Nov. Ahead of the Holiday
Dec. Holiday Dressing
Dec. That Blazer
Dec. Cobalt + Stripes
Dec. Cozy Bump
And that's a wrap on 2014! Have a wonderful start to 2015 and be safe. Cheers!
Recap on 2013 here
And that's a wrap on 2014! Have a wonderful start to 2015 and be safe. Cheers!
Recap on 2013 here
