J-Crew Cashmere zip shawl-collar sweater

Remember when JCrew's most popular offering was a unisex roll neck pullover sweater in oatmeal or heather grey? Ahh, that takes me back about 16 years or so...it was quite the popular sweater when I was an undergrad...I think everyone had that sweater...in oatmeal or heather grey....I think I might just still have mine! Well, JCrew has come a long way, baby! Check out this gorgeous sweater!!! Must have in plum. I hope it goes on sale. I wish you could set an alert for them to notify you when certain items went on sale. I would tag this for sure. I love it in plum. I don't think I have an item of clothing in plum...must be a sign that I really do need this sweater.


Things I Like...zip shawl-collar sweater...in plum!

The Legend...Sing it with me yall.....

I am loving John Legend lately. Maybe it's this heat, I don't know, but his slow, soulful lyrics seem just perfect for a hot summer night...cocktail in hand, hanging on the patio, moonlit night, my man....and John Legend! Slow Dance is definitely my favorite...love, love, love it!

http://s0.ilike.com/play#John+Legend:Slow+Dance:689603:s371142.10251728.3789741.0.2.15%2Cstd_15047f0305b9420d90e06a1762e13349




Thinks I Like....I propose that we go to the floor and we slooooooowwww dance.....

bootielicious

I love these. I have been staring at them for about 20 minutes just imagining the outfit possibilities. Sleek and structural indeed. I wonder if they are comfortable and could support my tootsies for an 8 hour retail day?? Me thinks...probably not. They are that fabulous, though, so I may just have to throw caution to the wind on this one.

Things I like....J Crew Bronson Suede Platform Booties

I know it's the last week of July....

and it was 90 out today, but my favorite time of the year to shop is right around the corner...FALL!!! So many great fall items filling up my wish list already. This sweater from LL Bean is one of them!! I am normally not a big fan of the BEAN, but I have to say some of their stuff is really cute...very JCrew-ish, don't you think? This is a really cute, stylish, transition into fall sweater....I think I may have to take a trip to the new LL Bean that just opened in Rochester!!

Things I Like...not your mother's LL Bean.

Free fallin'....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wJ-VPqFzy0
I can totally understand why the ladies love John Mayer. Yes, he has certainly not done himself any favors lately with his kiss and tell interviews, but, just listen to this song...all will be forgiven...how could you not love him.

Things I Like...John Mayer

Jack & Annie

My kids are really into The Magic Tree House series. The books are great for their age group--short sentences, easy plots that are filled with adventure and excitement, settings that introduce the kids to history and geography--opening up conversations beyond the text. The books are long enough to stretch their attention spans, and chapters are short enough to hold their attention. We take turns reading to each other, trying to elevate their reading levels a bit and really work on listening and comprehension. The kids are excited about these books! Part of this excitement is due to the fact that they have set a goal to fill up their reading "passports" this summer. After the kids finish a book they answer a 3 question "quiz" on the Magic Tree House website to test their comprehension and if they pass, they receive a passport stamp for that book that can be pasted into their passport (also available on the website). Love, love, love that my kids have this goal, they are sitting still, listening, paying attention and really into taking the quizzes to earn their stamps. I am sure that DH and I will grow tired of Jack and Annie by the end of the summer, but for now, these books are reading MAGIC.

Things I Like...The Magic that is The Magic Tree House

Fla Vor Ice

Best summer treat ever. We are all addicted and with temps around 100 for the past week, we have burned through a 200 count box of these suckers. Anna only eats the red and pink, Max prefers the purple and orange, Mike takes blue, so that leaves orange and green for me and the man.

Things I Like...cold freeze pop (or two...or three...or ten) on a hot day