College?!

There are many pros and cons to being homeschooled, one of the pros being that you can work at your own pace. Towards the end of last year, my mom gave me the option of graduating early. She told me I was able to if I wanted to, but honestly, I was scared to death of that option. I put that idea in the back of my head because it was too much to even think about. Then I realized that most of my homeschooled friends would be graduating the next year, without me, if I didn't graduate early. So I thought and prayed about the possibility of graduating a year ahead and then thought and prayed some more.

     Sooo many questions were running through my mind. What college would I go to? Who would I room with? What about camp? Would I be skipping out on a year of my life?! And at the time I didn't even have a driver's license! I was completely overwhelmed. But then, it started to grow on me and it started to sound like a good idea. My older brother is currently a freshman at Ole Miss which is 2 and 1/2 hours away (not a bad drive) and I already know so many friends and cousins who go there. I'm not exactly sure what I want to do with my life yet but Ole Miss offers a lot of great options.

     After camp this summer, I  took the plunge and applied to Ole Miss. Last month I got accepted, and last week I got a roommate! I am rooming with a super sweet girl named Lucy, who I know from church. Everything is falling into place and I look forward to attending the University of Mississippi in the fall of 2016! I could not be happier about my decision!

     A couple nights ago, I was reading from Let's all be Brave (blogpost about this great book here) and the chapter was about saying yes. And here I am, saying yes to this new chapter in my life and I am beyond excited to see how it unfolds!

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Outfit: Pink & Plaid

//Pink Sweater (on sale now for $14! I'm wearing a size M) /Scarf- Old Navy sold out, similar here /Jeans /Booties (similar linked)/Bracelets- from a local boutique, similar & less expensive here /Louis Vuitton //

Fun fact: my mom, my sister, and I all have this sweater. No, we did not plan to. I don't blame them because it is one of the lightest, softest, comfiest sweaters in my closet. Not to mention how it's a little shorter in the front and longer in back. (Always a win in my book!)

Old Navy has really upped their game this fall/winter and I was so happy to find most of what I'm wearing on sale! They have such great staples that I know I'll wear over and over again. Not going to lie, I wore this sweater 3 times this past week. What are some fall staples in your closet?

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Let's all be Brave

First off, I apologize for the lack of blogging. (Almost 2 weeks! Yikes!) Life has been doing its thing and senior year is a handful, but I have not gone anywhere! So here I am to talk about a book that has been getting me through. It all started with the book Speak Love by Annie F. Downs which I also did a post on here. As I was getting together my summer reading books to read at camp, I came across Let's all be Brave. It was as if God had put it in my Amazon shopping cart. I ordered the book. Unfortunately, I had packed too many books and had to be real, "No, Lucy, you are not able to finish 7 books in 5 weeks." So I left it at home. Little did I know my wonderful counselor was reading that book for our nightly devotions. (God, whatchu up to?) Thankfully, she did not read the entire book so I had something to look forward to when I got back home.

I recently picked it up and will read a chapter a night as a part of my quiet time. This book has been such an encouragement to me and challenges me to be brave in my faith. She talks about challenges in her life that she has overcome and  honestly, it reassures me that I can do life with God by my side. Plus, I feel like Annie and I would be best friends because her real talk cracks me up!

Just wanted to let y'all know about this great book, you can order it here.

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Outfit: Suede & Stripes

 

 

//Striped Top  (under $20!)/Suede Skirt  (similar linked)/Lace up flats /Sunglasses (similar linked)/Handbag //

Can you believe September is already coming to a close?(and the fact that it is still a regular 90 degrees outside? lol) Lately I have been loving striped shirts, like, I probably wear one every day of the week #guilty. I have also been loving  suede skirts, which, to be honest, took me a while to get used to. But now, I am obsessed! Plus there are a bajillion ways to wear it, just take a peek at Pinterest, haha, where I find most of my outfit inspiration. 

P.S. How sassy are these sunglasses?!

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Easy Pumpkin Bread Recipe

With yesterday being the official first day of fall, I thought I should share a classic fall recipe today! This pumpkin bread has been in the family for a long time and is the only one I've ever eaten. It is super easy and never fails to put me in the fall spirit!

 I hope you enjoy!

4 1/2 C. Sugar
1 1/2 C. Vegetable oil or melted butter
6 Eggs
2 tsp. Nutmeg
2 tsp. Cinnamon
1 TB. Salt
3 C. Canned pumpkin
1 1/2 tsp. Baking soda
3/4 tsp. Baking powder
4 1/2 C. Flour

Combine first 7 ingredients and beat for one minute. In a separate bowl stir together flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Add dry mixture to wet mixture and stir until well-combined. Pour batter into greased loaf pans or muffin tins. Bake at 325 degrees for 50-60 minutes. (Decrease baking time for muffins and mini loaves) Test for doneness and cool for 5 minutes. Top off with a little powdered sugar if you like and tada! It is finished! Wrap completely cooled products in plastic wrap or bread bags for storage.

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Outfit: Feeling Fall

//Plaid Top (on sale now for $15! I'm wearing a size Small) /Flying Monkey Jeans- just got these and love them! And they are under $100! I got them from Dsquared (for the locals) but you can order them from Flying Monkey's website /Dolce Vita Booties (mine are old, similar linked) /Hobo Crossbody (old, have gotten so much wear out of it! Similar & less expensive here / Monogrammed Necklace //

Hey y'all! Man, I am so excited for fall! The weather has finally cooled off and it feels fantastic! I have pulled out my favorite fall candle (this one!) and have been drinking my chai tea everyday. Needless to say, it was about time for a fall outfit to appear on the blog. This top is a great transitioning piece too because it is a thin material and is very flowy plus I think the side slits are pretty cool. It's great for Mississippi's on/off weather temps. But it will for sure be great for the cooler months, just throw on a jacket or fur vest. Plus, you guys, this top is only $15. 

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Outfit: Game Day Look

//Mod Squad Dress (only 1 left!) /Hat /Black Booties /Black Purse (similar linked)//

Hey y'all! I am so excited about this little number, the colors are perfect for game day! (hotty toddy!) Red Dress Boutique has an array of great fall/game day dresses. I snagged this one a while ago because I know they run out quickly. Some of my favorites here, here, and here. What are your team colors? 

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