Category Archives: Spring

What to wear with white cropped jeans

Posted on June 2, 2023 by carmen

These are my go-to pants ever since I bought them last month. The great thing about white jeans is that anything and everything in my wardrobe goes with them. Every time I’ve worn them I wear a different top. I … Continue reading →

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Styling my new white cropped jeans

Posted on May 23, 2023 by carmen

There they were, white cropped jeans on the mannequin in the window of Lasting Impressions. The saleslady took them off the mannequin because these were the only ones in my size. Continue reading →

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My Sweetheart T-shirt from CLEO

Posted on June 13, 2022 by carmen

Just my style! Hearts are my trademark and I love June, with longer days and warmer nights, summer will soon be here! June, a popular month for weddings, it’s no wonder this beautiful Spirea gets the name Bridal Veil aka … Continue reading →

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Thrifted Michael Kors Top

Posted on June 2, 2022 by carmen

The fragrance of the lilacs I love this time of year when flowers and blossoms appear, they make such lovely backdrops. Top: Michael Kors via thrifted $5.Clutch: gift Skinny jeans: Le ChateauSandals: Romika I was happy to find this Michael Kors … Continue reading →

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A Special Mother’s Day

Posted on May 13, 2022 by carmen

First time having my three children together for Mother’s Day in 22 years! I was so happy that Jean, my firstborn, came to visit us from Seattle! Our first adventure when she arrived was rescuing three baby red squirrels. No … Continue reading →

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TWICE as NICE: Turquoise and Fuchsia

Posted on May 6, 2022 by carmen

What a lovely surprise when my daughter Jean sent me both these tops. They are super soft with 3/4 length sleeves and a cowl neck. We both have a tradition of buying two-of-a-kind when we like something (in different colours) … Continue reading →

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New hairdo just in time for Easter!

Posted on April 13, 2022 by carmen

I haven’t been to a hair salon since before I moved in December. I’ve passed by CK Hair Studio while walking along Harbour Street in Kincardine that leads to the beach, and decided to check it out. So happy I … Continue reading →

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Cherry Blossom Road

Posted on May 21, 2021 by carmen

On the corner of Cherry Blossom Road in Cambridge, we took a little break from the busy day to stop and admire the crabapple trees. Our oldest son and his family moved into their new home. It’s been a hectic … Continue reading →

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Shades of Green

Posted on May 16, 2021 by carmen

There are so many different shades of green. This pastel green V-neck sweater also came in forest green. Green is such a tranquil colour, perhaps that’s why God chose it for trees and plants in nature, which has a way … Continue reading →

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Floral Camouflage

Posted on May 10, 2021 by carmen

I just had to go back before these marvelous magnolias are gone with the wind. I am so fond of blossoming trees and if I had my choice, they would last for the entire spring season. My dream has been … Continue reading →

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