30 for 30 update, Book Club, and oh yeah the iphone

REA-DY! O-KAY!  (visions of pleated skirts and pom poms are dancing in my head) Now for the update on the 30 for 30!  I live in TN, and if you know anything about TN the weather is bipolar crazy.  Last week, everyday was above 60 degrees, and nothing in my 30 for 30 could accommodate that weather.  So, my plan  is to redo my 30 for 30 when the weather becomes a little more stable which should be soon.  I plan to have a new 30 for 30 ready by next Monday.  Now, that I know what I know, I will definitely incorporate jeans, layering pieces, and t-shirts. Who loves t-shirts?  THIS GIRL!

Update on the hubby!  One word=FABULOUS!  He is truly my soul mate.  He loves me in spite of, and I am love him more today than I did yesterday.  He has tests again this week, and he is studying his heart out.  I love that man's dedication, drive, and work ethic.  Here is a pic of my sweet man!

I love this man!  I was one proud of girlfriend!

Sunday, TPS surprised me with my new (drumroll please) iphone!  Two words=LOVE IT!   I have no idea how I functioned without one for all this time.  My daddy just got one (he is 58 by the way), and he loves it.  It is so funny to watch him operate his phone and use it.  I plan to demand suggest he buy one for my mama.  Cynthia the Great must have an iphone too!

Credit: http://www.tipb.com/images/stories/2010/06/gallery01-20100607.jpg

Work is good, and my social life is booming.  My wonderful MIL's birthday is the 16th, and my bestie's is the 20th.  I love birthdays, my own and everyone that I love.  So updates on these two events will be posted. 

I have book club tonight on Nicholas Sparks' "Safe Haven".  Can't wait to discuss this book with the girls and hear their opinions. We definitely  are an opinionated bunch of ladies.  Tonight will definitely be blogworthy!

Thanks to Mary Ellen and Emma for your encouraging words!  Words cannot express how I am grateful I am to know you!



Day 4 and Lots and Lots of Rain

Hi world!  I woke up this morning to lots and lots of rain.  Well actually, I woke up frequently throughout the night to the snores of TPS and thunder/lightning.  Still trying determine which one is which! As TPS slept and slumbered, I ,while tossing and turning, thought of just how much we are blessed.  God has truly done some amazing things in our lives, and I know He has so much more planned for us.  However, a part of me wants to wait for the inevitable "bad".  You know....something the opposite of good.  But I know I shouldn't  visit that part of me, but in retrospect I need to acknowledge that it's there.  My faith is wavering when I visit that place.  God doesn't promise a perfect life, He promises a life with His everlasting love.  And pure and simple, that love should be enough. And all He asks of us is to follow Him with a full heart.  It comes down to trust, and I must trust in the Lord.  So there is my soapbox for today. 

Yesterday's outfit was fun.  I realize that it wasn't the most flattering on me,  but it looked better in the mirror.  However, it is one of my 30 for 30, so it had to be worn.  I  realize that this time next week will be my 9th day of 30 for 30.  So WOO HOO! 

While talking to a co-worker this morning...I realized that March Madness is around the corner!! I love me some March Madness.  The bracket, the games, oh how I love the games.  I am not much for regular season games, but I LOVE and I do mean L-O-V-E some March Madness.  I always root for the University of Memphis.  I went there my freshmen year, and it is a place of special memories for me (both good and bad).  GO TIGERS!!!! 

So without anymore further rambling from me.....here is the pic with the specs:

Cardigan:  Target

Ruffled Chiffon Top: NY and Co

Grey and black plaid pants w/ cuff: NY and Co

Burguny patent leather flats: Payless Shoes

Silver skinny belt: Ann Taylor Loft

Day 3 w/ Inspiration from Australia and an Email

WARNING: TODAY'S POST=LONG!!!!!

Let me preface with this, I don't want anyone out there to think that I am a whiner and complainer, I am but I just don't want anyone else to know.  I just wanted to be honest with you all and let you know how I was feeling at that moment.  Its my blog, and its not always going to be sunny at http://www.tishiaj.blogspot.com/ Today has started off much better than yesterday.  Amazing what an email from Atlanta, a teacher from down the hall, and a comment from Australia can do for a girl's spirit.  It also helps immensley that I have two amazing co-workers!  They know who they are (wink wink).  They are genuine and kind, and I would do anything for them.  I have to say that the two of them also helped this morning start without a hitch.  Yesterday afternon I too receive a multitude of inspiration in a variety of ways.  A sweet comment from a coworker on the blog, a email from a blogger I admire, and another sweet comment from a blogger in Australia.  This mom is amazing, and she said some things that truly resonated with me.  Check out her blog!  It will brighten anybody's day.   It also helped that my Kirk Franklin CD was booming from my car speakers as I rode into work this morning.  Gotta love KIRK and a little bit a bass in your trunk! 

Anyway, TPS did NOT do a very good job in the photography department this morning.  Maybe, I can con discuss with him the possibility of buying a better camera and taking some photography lessons together.  A girl can only hope! But enough with my ramblings....here are the pics with the specs......

white button up-JC Penney

blue and white striped sweater-A.N.A (JC Penney)

brown skirt: I.N.C (Macy's)

belt-Forever 21 (decided against the belt after this pic was taken)

brown suede boots-GAP

white socks-courtesy of TPS

brown tights-Target

Sidenote:  I will not be participating in 30 for 30 on Fridays and Saturdays, because 1) Fridays I wear jeans and a school t-shirt for casual day, and 2) Saturdays I wear Gap sweatsuits or pajamas!  Sundays are church and 30 for 30 will start up again.  One of the many reasons why I started this challenge is to learn new and creative ways to wear my work clothes.  I don't have many jeans so I didn't incorporate them in my 30 for 30, but I will wear them whenever TPS decides he wants to take his crazy adoring wife out in public. HA!   Hope this doesn't make me a cheater! 

Day 2 and some more junk

 

Green cropped jacket: NY and Co.

Dress:  Cato's

Black boots: Sears (exact replica of Steve Madden Black Inka boots)

Black turtleneck: Sears

Tights: Wal-Mart 

1 day down, 29 to go!  Just typing that makes me feel overwhelmed!  I try not to let comments from other people validate my ensembles!  My clothes are my clothes, and I am okay with that.  One of the many reasons I started this challenge is due to my self esteem.  As women, we do struggle with insecurities about weight, hair, looks, skin, the list could literally go on forever.  However, I have to remember whose I am, and what I am.  I have nothing to be ashamed of.  I am made in my Father's image, and that makes me happy.  I have seen so many cute outfits, and have thought to myself..."Oh, I can't wear that because of this or that".  BUT NO MORE!!!!!   I will wear what I want to wear with a big 'ol country grin on my face!  TPS DID give me an extra kiss this morning after taking my picture because he liked this outfit so much!  HEHE 

My point is, if you feel confident in what you wear than don't let anyone make you feel otherwise. When I left my house this morning, I FELT GOOD, and I felt that I looked good too, only to be greeted with a stare downs from co-workers.  But instead of being the old Tishia that would have said some snide remark as my reply, I turned the other cheek and gave them a smile. (I did have to express my distaste with one of my co-workers, because we work in the exact same classroom!)  They don't make me and they for sure can't break me. So my challenge continues in so many ways!   

Also, shout out to Becky and  Emma Kay who commented on yesterday's post You women are pretty awesome!  I am so happy that you commented and decided to follow!  I can't wait to read all about you and your happenings.  This blog world is one exciting place to be!   

Also, another blog to read is Jessica's blog.  She is an amazing mother of a beautiful daughter, and has a wonderful husband. Wish I could hang out with her in real life!  She was the very first person to comment on blog, and I truly truly appreciate it!   Her walk with God is inspiring!   

Well, until next time, which will be tomorrow! 

Day 1

Introducing Day 1! I am finding myself super excited about my new challenge! Its just 7:54 am, and I have recieved several compliments and well wishes on my new venture. Now for the details about the ensemble for Day 1!

brown cropped sweater- Old Navy
burgundy ruffle chifon top- JC Penney
brown dress pants-JC Penney
burgundy patent leather flats-Payless Shoes
necklacs-Avenue


I don't understand why people despise Payless Shoes. They have great deals, and I always find a cute pair of flats. Now, I do believe that I look like a stuffed sausage, but I am working on losing weight. Hopefully, this blog will not only chronicle my life with TPS, my job, and my outfits, but my weight loss journey as well.

Introducing the 30 items for my 30 for 30!

Well.....I have selected my 30 items for my very first 30 for 30!  I called my mama to let her know that I was starting this, and she was very encouraging and then asked how many of my items were hers!  I am sp happy to say that 0 items are hers.  Don't want her commenting on how she wanted that (fill in the blank here) back! 

Back story....... my mother is the epitome of style and grace.  She is truly MY fashion icon!  She is always dressed to the nines, no matter where she is going.  She exudes confidence in a sweatsuit to grocery shop or a dress and heels for church. She always shops on a budget, and instilled in my sister and I to never pay full price for clothes.  She is just an inspiration to me, not only for her clothing but for all the other aspects of her life.  Love my mama! 

Here goes nothing! 

6 pairs of shoes.  I am a teacher, my shoes have GOT to be comfortable!

2 skirts

7 sweaters and 4 of them are black.  1 is a long cardigan, 1 is a short cardigan, 1 is a turtleneck, and 1 is ruffled!

3 pairs of pants

3 jackets

6 shirts (one is a white collar shirt but it's in the laundry) BTW every single one of these shirts is ruffled!

3 dresses

Wish me luck and as I start this new journery.  Of course, TPS has just reminded me that we get our income tax refund next month, and I can't buy clothes with it!  WHEW.....this might be harder than I thought!