Reflecting on April

Welcome back, my lovelies!! First, I want to say THANK YOU for the amazing response I received on my last blog entry! Wow! It really gave my blog a terrific opportunity. Muah. Personally, I think y'all just like knowing about my personal life...ha ha! I'm ok with that =)

Back to now, though. I absolutely ADORE this time of year. Spring. Newness. Beauty. Go outside and take a deep breath....ahhhh..smell that intoxicating elixir of life. If you have allergies like I do, take your meds first =/

I have always had a (healthy) obsession with the month of April. I'm sure, depending on where you live, many of you can relate to the joy that comes with the onset of spring once winter breaks. Every year I relate this to having another opportunity to renew and improve myself.

Years ago, I worked with a young lady named April. At first, she rubbed some of us more "seasoned" nurses the wrong way. She had an air of "expectancy" about herself. We often reminded her that she had to earn the place of seniority that she was seeking. Years later, I realized that she was only living up to her name. Wordiq.com says "the name is derived form the Latin aprilis...which means "to open". April the person was attempting to open doors in her life. She was a new nurse, young, and full of expectation and excitement. Just like what April the month means to me.

So...my bad, April. I'm sure you're still out there somewhere doing your thing and shaking people up =)

I couldn't leave you guys without sharing a few of my spring finds, right?


1. Flirty lace orange dress by ark & co.

You probably can't see the gorgeous green lining underneath as well as in the back view (next). This dress is knee length, fitted through the top and flares out at the waist. Cost me about $40

So pretty! I haven't worn it yet, but when I do, I'll take some pics!




2.  Earleen sand colored slingbacks by levity

Also comes in black and blush. $69.99 at DSW
5 inch heel, size 7

 

 

*DISCLAIMER* I searched the shoe and box to determine the material, and it didn't state "leather" anywhere, just synthetic sole. Until I went online to search for a detail...and found they are indeed made with leather upper material.

I am NOT a happy woman right now. My shoes are like my babies, and I loved these girls. I've worn them 2 or 3 times only. I will be giving them away. Let me know if you're interested. My loss is your gain.

 3. Ceramic black and ivory cuff, $24

I found this online at LuxeYard They have a ton of beautiful variety there from furniture to men and women clothing to jewelry. The one downside I would mention is that I have to wait 14 days before my order is received! What?!!



4. Japanese Cherry Blossom candle, Bath &Body Works

    $10 (sale)

Candles and incense are a staple in my house. I had a hard time choosing just ONE in the store, but this has a beautiful fruity, floral, and vanilla-type scent to it that is so soothing. It has 3 wicks, and the candle itself is white.

As you can see, most of my finds were not very pricey. I'm still on my financially free course, so I'm being very responsible with the spending. It's tough, but worth it!!!

Oh, last but not least, April is Autism Awareness month in the US. A lot of people are affected by this disability (myself included; my youngest son is autistic). As of March 2012, the latest statistics show that 1 in 88 children are diagnosed with autism. Please educate yourself if you're not familiar. Sadly, it will surely affect you, or someone you know. Go here  or here for more info or to get involved!!!


Happy Birthday if you were born in April!!!! Your birthstone is a diamond. Lucky girl.

Until next time...


Love & Happiness,

<3 Nikki