The consequences of Thanksgiving

Today was a day of eating leftovers and hunting for good deals. I did the first one. I don't think I have the patience for long lines the length of the Great Wall of China. I don't enjoy getting trampled for an Xbox either. So I just waited until everyone that was shopping at 3 a.m. went to sleep. Then I went on a journey for Christmas decorations! Woo hoo! Christmas is here! It is definitely the most wonderful time of the year! I will probably have Pandora on the She & Him holiday station until January.

Well comfort foods lead to comfortable dresses. I sure did overeat! I needed some room for that pumpkin pie I devoured. So I wore one of the most comfortable dresses in my closet.

Dress: Forever 21
Cardigan: J.Crew
Shoes: American Eagle
Tights: Forever 21

Recently, I have been addicted to shopping on Instagram shops! I am also addicted to selling things too. I just love hearing back from happy people who love the things they receive. I also love great mail days! It feels like Christmas every time I get something I've been anticipating in the mail. I got the bike necklace from a shop called @shophon on IG. Also that adorable phone case, is from @shopourcitylights. Both shops are wonderful, and I recommend them! If you decide to shop on IG one day, visit me too! my shop is @shoplittleredbowtique!

Well I hope you all have a great weekend!

Put a bird on it.

Today I put a bird on my dress, but tomorrow I will put a bird on my plate!

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! I hope you all have a lovely day with your families tomorrow! Enjoy! <3

A Smooth Sea Never Made a Skilled Sailor.

Here I go again with my sailor theme, but I just can't get enough. Well, today I'm actually going for a more inspirational post. With all of my sailor talk, I've had this quote in my head:

"A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor."

We are all sailors in this sea called life. But today I am feeling really thankful for the rough seas. If it weren't for the rough times in life we wouldn't be strong, we wouldn't know who our true friends are, and we wouldn't learn a thing. There's really something beautiful in midst of the storms that we go through in our lives. It even causes us to be more appreciative of the peaceful moments we get in life.

I can't say I've went through the roughest seas, but I am so thankful for all of the skills I've acquired from the seas I've sailed. I have some great people in my life. People who have helped me keep the ship alive and that have encouraged me not to give up. Some days I just want to give up and drown, but that is most definitely NOT the solution. And now that I've stuck around for the journey, I get to see the most beautiful calm that comes after the storm. It consists of happy hearts, smiles, opportunities, accomplishments, and many memories.

God is so good.

"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous! Do not tremble or be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go." -Joshua 1:9

God is with you in every moment of your journey. He equips you with the right attitude, people, and tools. Be thankful and hopeful in every moment of your journey. Everything will turn out fine.