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Lately I've been feeling a more casual vibe when it comes to what I'm wearing. It's a phase I'll embrace because it's so blissfully comfortable. Now that the snow is almost gone... see just the tiny slice of it in the background... I'm sure these wedge sneakers will be in high rotation. 

Details

Sweater: Kismet via Bootlegger (Halifax)

Jeans: Calvin Klein (Costco, Halifax)

Sneakers: Skechers (The Shoe Company, Halifax)

Bracelets: Suzy Shier Forever 21

I picked up a few bracelets at Suzy Shier the other day for 40% off. Do you see the little skulls? My nails are Sally Hansen in Mint Sorbet.

I've been slacking with my Plinky writing prompts and haven't done one in a few weeks.

What activity, task, or game brings out your competitive streak and why?

I'm not much for competitive sports. Little league baseball was my sport for a few years as a kid, and I did intramural volleyball in junior high. As an adult, I stay active by doing independent fitness.

I wasn't a terrible athlete, but I wasn't great either - I was better at academics than sports. I didn't develop that competitive streak, where all you can focus on is the game and winning it. I was content to watch from the sidelines and cheer on my friends.

For some strange reason, there is one specific activity that brings out the fire in me. Mini golf.

I'm not a golfer, but my dad is and I've probably inherited some little bit of natural talent from him. I get excited when I play mini-golf and see those little set-ups with the slopes and tunnels and all the walls I could potentially rebound off of. Once someone suggested that we not keep score. Imagine! Of course score must be kept - and mine will be the highest.

XOXO
Glitterary Girl

Party Clothes

Before you say, "she wore THAT to a party?" let me explain. The party was for a one year old. I felt the polka dots and the bright scarf would be appropriate to appeal to the crowd (10-ish kids from ages 0-5). I tied the scarf around my ears when things got too noisy.... always thinking ahead!

Details

Cardigan: H&M (Vancouver)

Shirt: American Eagle Outfitters (Halifax)

Jeans: Old Navy (Halifax)

Scarf: Gap (Halifax)

Sneakers: Skechers (The Shoe Company, Halifax)

Bracelet: Gift

Happy birthday Owen! And a special thanks to four year old Miss Hannah for the best hug at the end of the party.

XOXO
Glitterary Girl

Snow Bunny

Hmmm, I think the definition of "snow bunny" has something to do with skiing. Just to clarify - I don't ski. I tried it a few times, but alternately sweating, freezing, and falling on my butt wasn't my idea of a good time. However, the idea of curling up at a ski lodge in front of a fireplace with an InStyle and a chai latte sounds perfect. This is what I might wear for such an activity.

Details

Jacket and Earmuffs: Danier (Halifax)

Sweater: Joe Fresh (Truro)

Pants: Uniqlo (San Francisco)

Boots: Bare Traps (The Shoe Company, Halifax)

Fur Collar: H&M (Dartmouth)

Bracelet: Gift

Lipgloss: Anastasia in Sugar Pink
I take this blogging thing VERY seriously.

Check out longdistanceloving for other apres ski looks. Her Friday link-up is a great place to find other blogs!

Do you ski or do any other snowy activity?

XOXO

Glitterary Girl

January Blahs

What is it about January? After the busy holidays, things seem so boring this month.

Details

Cardigan: Forever 21 (San Francisco)

Shirt: Gap (Halifax)

Jeans: Mossimo from Target (San Francisco)

Boots: BareTraps from The Shoe Company (Halifax)

Scarf and Hat: Le Chateau (Halifax)

Belt: Dynamite (Halifax)

Maybe I should appreciate January more. After all, January gives us the return of shows that have been on hiatus for the holidays or even longer (hello Pretty Little Liars and The Bachelor). It also gives us sales (have you seen the clearance section at Joe Fresh?) I'm sorry January - can we kiss and make up?

Remember how I said I was going to inject more of the literary into Glitterary Girl? I found a great writing prompt website called Plinky. Each day they provide a new topic to write about. If I feel inspired, I'll write about the topic and share with my readers once a week.

What is your worst quality as a human? Describe it in detail and why you think it’s bad.

My worst quality as a human being is the avoidance of conflict. The thought of having a serious argument with someone makes me cringe. The result is I often put aside my own wants and comforts in order to escape confrontation. The closer my relationship with someone, the more likely I am to be comfortable with some conflict. It even bothers me when others are arguing around me - even if it has nothing to do with me. What’s the cure for this? It’s not like I think I’m not important or have low self esteem – I just hate the feeling I get in the pit of my stomach when there is tension around me and I’ll avoid it whenever possible. This trait could be problematic if I ever really had to stand up for myself against a lot of people who disagreed with me. I’d make an awful lawyer.

XOXO
Glitterary Girl