Reptile Walk

Today's simple and casual outfit was inspired by this Chictopia Post:

 I should have added some cuffs and feather earrings may be, now that I am looking at this photo closely but I was not quite so inspired this morning.

Top - H&M

Shorts - Forever 21

Boots - Target

TODAY:
Took advantage of the fact that school is out and met my friend who I don't get to see often anymore at the zoo. The kids enjoyed each other's company and we totally took it easy and let them play and caught up with each other's lives.

 Got this super cool hat for my son. 

 150+ year old tortoises….

My daughter remembered that last time I didn't let her use these massage chairs so this time she packed all her coins and they went to town on what they called the 'buzzing chair'…. Who knew?

After the zoo I went direct to Sprouts for a long and complicated grocery shopping trip for the new nutrition and exercise plan. My son was so happy he wound his new passion these chia squeeze fruit puree snacks. They are super healthy and he loves them.
After we loaded up the car we realized we would barely make it to his first swim practice! Rushed home and unloaded the car in turbo speed while he changed into his swim suit. And we managed to make it there. Oh my goodness did the temp drop. Next time I need to pack some clothes for myself. The kids were totally fine in the pool even though it is not that warm in there but they are working their butts off. He must have done 5 full laps all different drills swimming close to 300 yards in half hour. Then the whole group went into the jacuzzi to warm up.
We came home so I could cook what turned out to be very delicious fish tacos with fresh grilled halibut, corn tortillas, avocado slices and shredded cabbage.  The kids gobbled it up.
After the kids went to bed we did the first work out. It is still insanity but just shorter so easier in that sense but no breaks at all and warm up and cool down are not really party of the 25 minutes.
I can tell I need to get back in shape!

I will get you my pretty

Today's combo was inspired by the recent Sept (2013) issue of J Crew Catalog:

Sweater - Forever 21

Skirt - Rock Republic from Kohl's

Purse - Michael Kors

Oxfords - Shoedazzle

Watch  - Cookie Lee

TODAY:
Had a nice ceremony today at the Turkish School to remember our founder's death anniversary. After Turkish school we just came home and took it easy. Did mini cleaning organization projects around the house and of course 4 loads of laundry.
Starting a new exercise/nutrition program tomorrow. Shaun T from Insanity has a not so crazy 25 minute 5 days a week called T-25. Starting with a 5 day quick start that is a low calorie plan then a healthy more calorie nutrition plan. I think it goes for 2 months. Have to see.
I am excited for the shorter work outs. Am also looking forward to that high you get when you exercise and feel fit.

You are living your story

 Today's combo was inspired by a shoedazzle look book. But instead of wedges I went with my tribal print ankle cuff sandals instead….

My son jumped in as I was taking off my jacket...

Jacket, Jeans - Forever 21

T-Shirt - from Turkey

Sandals - TJ Maxx

Necklaces - Bauble Bar

Bracelets - Bauble Bar, Cookie Lee

FRIDAY:
Had a full day and unfortunately it was so full that I never got a chance to take photos.
After pre-school, we ran around town like crazy shopping for snacks for the next day then ordering cupcakes then coming home and preparing this 4 clue photo thing for my husbands gift and packing the car with all the gift and my daughter changed into her ballet clothes and off to pick up son then in rush hour traffic to downtown for ballet rehearsal. After we head straight to dinner but had time so even got the car washed before meeting the family for a birthday dinner for my hubby and lil sis!

With my dad and cousin…

He had to open 4 clue's with photos and at the end this was the final collage presentation of the horseback riding, wine tasting, brunch excursion I purchased which we will go in January with 3 of our couple friends!