Tag Archives: walk in the woods

A walk in the woods

Posted on May 19, 2020 by carmen

We had planned a walk in the woods for Mother’s Day but the weather did not cooperate. It actually snowed in May. Walks through the forest are therapeutic and healthy. Fresh air and nature help us feel better emotionally, physically … Continue reading →

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A walk by the river in my thrifted sweater

Posted on November 3, 2019 by carmen

Thrifting is a great way to keep clothes and other items out of landfills. I found this multicolored sweater in a thrift store, perfect for layering and wearing with jeans. Autumn is a lovely time for walks in the forest … Continue reading →

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Animal Print and Faux Leather Pants

Posted on May 20, 2018 by carmen

There was a time I thought animal prints were tacky, but I changed my mind many years ago and now I own dozens of animal print items from clothes to shoes, including accessories like scarves and even jewellery. What I … Continue reading →

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Dressing Up Jeans

Posted on May 2, 2018 by carmen

Everyone wears jeans and they are easy to dress up. Velvet makes any outfit look regal. My black velvet blazer and white lace peplum top adds a feminine contrast to rugged denim fabric. (My blazer is another great find in … Continue reading →

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Winter is Back

Posted on February 26, 2016 by carmen

Looks like a scene from Narnia. Guess I spoke too soon, but I was hopeful when I wrote my previous post on Tuesday that Spring is in the air. My dance class was cancelled on Wednesday due to freezing rain. … Continue reading →

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Autumn Camouflage

Posted on October 20, 2012 by carmen

Nothing quite so invigorating as traipsing through the woods on a crisp, sunny autumn afternoon – except maybe dancing! A perfect Saturday for me would be going for a walk in the morning, shopping in the afternoon and dancing in … Continue reading →

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Dressing down

Posted on November 19, 2011 by carmen

A walk in the woods doesn’t necessarily mean dressing down in jeans and workboots and a shabby coat. It’s still very easy to to have fun with fashion when doing all sorts of activities. Casual, yes–frumpy, NO! I’m often amazed at … Continue reading →

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