Dream Job and Giveaway!

So...I have some amazing news! You're looking at the new manager of E.Leigh's boutique in Fayetteville, AR! --And no, that skinny, tall girl is not me, in case you thought I was finally announcing getting work done :).

I've always dreamt of working in this industry and am thrilled to have been given the opportunity to work for some fabulous people! It was definitely a God-send. I've had interviews for other jobs similar to this that just haven't panned out and in retrospect it was a blessing that I am now going to be working for E.Leigh's rather than the others. 

Did I happen to mention that this job is based in the same town as Chris?! No, didn't think so. This means no more long distance relationship. We've done the long distance stuff for two years now and to say that I'm "over it" is an understatement. 

In honor of my new job and to show just how amazing my new employer is, they have offered one lucky reader a $150 gift card to E.Leigh's! This gift card will be good for any online purchases or purchases on their Facebook page.-->their website is being updated, but will hopefully be back up and running soon.

Check out their page and some of my other lovely blogger friends' pages in the process!

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Wedding Weekend Update

Yet again, I'm needing your help. I know, I've been needy in this whole wedding process, but I'd really like some non-bias advice on this entire thing.

So, I've posted pictures of potential wedding dresses, and as you can see, I decided to go with the one above! Loved the pockets and the price was unbeatable. With this dress in mind, we went bridesmaid dress shopping this weekend. 

After trying on several, I think I've decided on the dress pictured first. The help I am needing is deciding which color should I go with. The suits will be grey and the two swatches I need to choose from are shown above. 

Left side is Cantaloupe and the right side is Rose Petal. The Pinterest images are similar to the theme I'd like to go with. The rose petal might match a little better but the cantaloupe is more of a summer color.

Alright, now that you have a picture of the theme, which color do you think I should go with??? Cantaloupe or Rose Petal?

Don't forget to enter to win a custom blog design and $350 cash! Stay tuned for a HUGE announcement and giveaway tomorrow!

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Wedding Favor Advice

A couple of weeks ago I was contacted by the lovely, Ms. Debbie, who asked if I ever allowed guest writers to post on my blog. After considering her offer for a guest post and the topic she wanted to write about, I was game.

Today, she's offering a little piece of wedding advice for all of you engaged gals- myself included. Check it out below. 

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How to decide on your wedding favors

One of the most fun parts of planning a wedding is picking out the favors! While I am researching ideas for my wedding, I want what I pick to not only reflect who we are as a couple, but I want it to be something my guests will really enjoy! Here are some points I am keeping in mind while deciding on my wedding favors.

First, I am thinking about the favors I have received while attending weddings of family and friends. What did I think of the favor and what (if anything) did I hear from other guests about the favor? One wedding I attended gave what was similar to a Christmas ornament with the couple’s names and their wedding date. It was cute, but this was a summer wedding and Christmas was the furthest thing from my mind. Also, as a friend, but not a close friend, why would I want a Christmas ornament like this? Like I said, it was cute, but would not have been my choice. So I am looking at favors that can have both a “neat” factor reaction from my guests, but could be something that will actually be useful.

Our wedding will be during the summer and we are heading to Florida for some beach time as our honeymoon. So one item I am considering is this starfish wine bottle stopper as a wedding favor from Wedding Paper Divas. To me, this is something that shares our honeymoon plans with our guests. Plus, it is something, I hope, our guests will use long after our wedding day is behind us.

All our friends and our family know that my fiancée and I enjoy the outdoors. So another favor I am considering is this tree saplingfrom the Arbor Day Foundation. Our guests can bring this sapling home and plant it with their family. Hopefully, it will take and they will have something that will truly last a lifetime! Plus, it will help support the efforts of the Arbor Day Foundation and work to preserve nature.

The final favor I am considering is something that will, just like the Arbor Day Foundation, help support those non-profits we donate to whenever possible. So we are thinking about picking one or two organizations and taking the money we would’ve spend on favors and make a donation to those organizations. Right now, my fiancé and I are thinking of donating to a local animal rescue or our local food bank . Then, we will put a personalized note at each guest’s seat to let them know what we did. Hopefully, if we decide to go with this option, our guests will appreciate the thought!

What wedding favors have you thought of? Which wedding favors, if any, did you go with?

What I Wore Thursday???...

So sorry that my outfit post is a day late, but I think I'm forgiven given the fact that yesterday you were offered a chance to win $350 CASH! Umm, yes please. Missed it?! Enter here!

Also, you really can't be mad because I'm giving you three outfits today! No matter what your plans are for Fourth of July, or who they are with, there's an outfit for them all!

Date Night

Necklace: Riffraff

Dress: Impressions 

Boots: Famous Footwear (Steve Madden)

Girl's Night

Necklace: Baublebar.com

Top: c/o my sister (Charlotte Russe-old)

Jeans: American Eagle

Shoes: Maurices (Steve Madden-old)

Family Night

Necklace: Riffraff

Top: Loft

Shorts: Loft

Sandals: Express

My plans for tonight involve all of the above (family, Chris, and Whitney). Pretty sure some of my dad's homemade steaks, some intense card games, and a few fireworks are on the agenda for tonight. Therefore, the third option will probably be what I go with (family night). Comfy is best.

What are your plans for the Fourth??? What red, white, and blue outfit do you have picked out??

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$350 Red, White, & Cash Giveaway!

Happy 4th of July!! 

I have teamed up with Marquis from Simply Clarke and 20 other bloggers to bring you a $350 Red, White & CASH giveaway. Thats right, we are celebrating the 4th by giving away some PayPal Cash to one lucky winner.

I hope that you have a great 4th of July! Be sure to check out all the amazing ladies below that made this possible. 

1. Simply Clarke  //  2. Pink Heels Pink Truck  //  3. Never The Same Spice Twice  //  4. Shades of Color Art  //  5. Pursuit of Pink  //  6. Glam Hungry Mom  //  7. Living In Another Language  //  8. A Girl Smitten  //  9. When In Doubt Just Add Glitter  //  10. Fueled & Aflame  //  11. Pearls & Curls  //  12. A Complete Waste of Makeup  //  13. Toby's Tails  //  14. Dancin' With A Dolly //  15. To The Sea  //  16. Carolina Fireflies  //  17. Southern Beauty Guide  //  18. All That Glitters  //  19. Felicitous Fruition  //  20. Everyday Thoughts  //  21.   Je Ne Sais Quoi Jules  //  22. Pretty Little Inspirations

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What will you spend your wins on???

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Beth's Blog Design Giveaway!

Hello to all Toby's followers!  Nice to be with y'all again.  I'm Beth from Beth Bradford Design, also one of Jaime's college roommates.

We were the best roomies ever.  

Okay, now back to business.  I have jumped on the wagon and started a personal blog this week!  I'm super nervous but so excited, and hope y'all can get at least a laugh or two from my ramblings.  I've come in contact with some awesome clients since dabbling in the blog world, and can't wait to meet more of you sweet ladies! (and gents if so applies) 

So here's a personal high five/ hand shake to you, in the form of a giveaway and summer savings!

Click the but to head to my shop and get 15% off of all custom designs with the code.  Offer lasts through July AND August.

Next, enter the giveaway.  One blogger will win a free Basic Custom Package!

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If you're curious what's with my story, or want an inspirational iPhone wallpaper every now an then, head on over and say hi.  Maybe stick around a while.

Downs After Dark

This weekend my friends and I went to Churchill Downs for Downs after Dark. The theme was red, white, and blue and for living in Louisville for over a year, this is the first time I've been to the horse races. It was awesome...except for the torrential downpour that started as we were walking in. 

So, the entire reason I'm telling you about this is to tell you what happened the next morning. I had told Chris that I was going to Downs after Dark Saturday night and didn't elaborate on it at all.

Well, this is the conversation we had the next morning when he called me.

Chris: How was Downs after Dark?

Me: It was pretty fun.

Chris: Well, what all did you do?

Me: We got there, it was pouring but we had reserved seats so it wasn't a huge deal because they were covered by an awning. We got to bet on the races, but I didn't because I didn't take any cash with me. Lenae won a couple bucks though.

Chris: You bet on down syndrome kids racing each other?! (appalled)

Me: Wait, what? What are you talking about?

Chris: You said you were going to Downs after Dark, wasn't it some sort of benefit put on by the Down Syndrome Association?

Me: No Chris (laughing). Downs, as in Churchill Downs...the horse races. We bet on the horse races, not on kids.

Chris: Well, I was really proud of you for all of three seconds because I thought you were attending a Down Syndrome benefit, but then I hear you're betting on kids. Shame, shame.

Me: Sorry to disappoint you. (still laughing)

Hope that starts your Monday off right! I know it started my Sunday off right. 

Stay tuned this week for multiple great giveaways and don't forget to follow via bloglovin' because GFC is now gone!

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