What We Wore Wednesday.

 

(me) skirt: Modest Pop // top: thrifted // shoes Zulily // necklace: F21 // watch: Target // cardigan: thrifted
(e) top: Sears // leggings: Sears // shoes: gift

WHAT WE WORE WEDNESDAY AND A FOSTER CARE UPDATE.

Last week we received a letter in the mail for clothing allowance for E. It didn't have any instructions on how to obtain the clothing allowance, but had the number to our Case Manager in case we had any questions about it. I decided to call her and I am so happy that I did. We spent close to 45 minutes on the phone talking about our case. The update that she gave me was very positive. Whenever a new case is opened in the foster care system, they first establish a "case plan" or a "case time frame". It usually depends on the type of case and the age of the child. For E, we were told that her case plan was for 9 months and we have had her since April. There is a court hearing scheduled for the end of October. Since her Mom is completely out of the picture at this point, our Case Manager informed me that our case might move faster than we might expect and there is a huge possibility that the Mom's rights will be severed in the next few months and E will come up for adoption. She told me that her Mom would need to make some pretty drastic changes right now to have any chance at being able to get E and her other children back. First question she asked me was if we would be willing to adopt E. I told her if it came to that point, we would definitely want to. Then her second question came as a big surprise to me. She told me that the Grandpa who is taking care of E's brother (who is 3 years old) is not interested at all in adopting him. She then asked me, "Would you be willing to adopt both E and her younger brother?" I was speechless for a moment, but thinking about it and the possibility of that happening made me so giddy. I told her that Josh and I would need to think and pray about first, but we would definitely consider it. 
Our foster care journey has challenged our faith more times than I can count and my faith has grown in leaps and bounds because of it. Every time I become fearful or get anxiety of the unknown and what might be ahead, I lean back on the fact of who brought us here to where we are right now. Looking back, "my plan" was to already be staying at home with one of our own babies (maybe 2)...but Heavenly Father had a completely different plan for our family than what I would have ever imagined. It's been such a wonderful journey and I am so grateful that we were able and that we were willing to become foster parents. Last night as E wrapped her arms around me to cuddle in her bed, tears of joy and immense gratitude fell down my face as I held her tight. Heavenly Father truly is good and I know He is in the midst of all of this. There is something so beautiful and so wonderful about trusting in Him and trusting His plan and not our own. I have surrendered my will and my plans for His will and His plans for my life, for E and for our family. Please keep our family in your thoughts and prayers. Thanks for reading! Hope you have a fantastic day!!

     (me) shirt: Kohls // cropped jeans: Kohls // shoes: Zulily // purse(F21): Goodwill //  bracelet: Goodwill // earrings: Forever 21 // Sunglasses: Tillys
(e) dress: Costco // shoes: Payless // purse: gift from Mom // Sunglasses: gift from my friend Lindsay  

FRIDAY FASHION LINK UP: POLKA DOT DRESS

Dress: Beyond the Rack // Shoes: Zulily // Necklace: F21//  Purse: Juicy Couture // Sunnies: TJ Maxx This dress and these shoes just arrived in the mail about a week and a half ago from Zulily and Beyond the Rack. I am a huge fan of polka-dots, so I have already worn this dress a few times already. What I love about this dress besides the all over polka-dot print is the light material and how comfortable it is. My Dad picked out the shoes. These shoes are so comfortable which is so nice because I am on my feet a lot throughout the day at work. I also love the black and tan color detail which makes them look different.
Hope you lovelies have a great day and a fabulous weekend!!
Make sure you link up your outfits below!

An InLinkz Link-up

Fashion Friday Link Up: Polka-Dots Here & Polka-Dots There

If it's one thing that makes me happy, it's polka dots.. and the fact that it's Friday! (insert happy dance here) 

 

 Hat: Thrifted // Sunglasses: Tillys // Jacket: White House Black Market // Shirt: F21 (Similar) // Necklace: Groopdealz //
Shoes: PB&J Boutique // Purse: Bebe // Bracelet Set, Earrings & Ring: Forever 21 // Jeans: Thrifted

Fashion Friday Link Up Pick
My pick from last week's Fashion Friday Link Up is Ariel from Auteur Ariel   Ariel was born in Japan, currently as Senior at BYU, loves Klee Kai puppies, and is an amazing fashion blogger! Check her out if you haven't already!

Wait! Don't leave! Make sure you link up your outfit below! You might just be my pick for next Friday's link up!    

Sparkle Coated Tee & New Hair Color

  I love finding clothes that have little details like lace, polka dots, rhinestones or sequins like this this top that I am wearing from Down East Basics. Instead of it just being a plain black tee, the small patch of sequin detail definitely adds to the top and completely changes the entire look of it. Pink and black together is one of my favorites, so I decided to pair it with my pink pencil skirt and grabbed my turquoise Forever 21 cross body purse to add another color. Speaking of color, I decided to color my hair over the weekend. It was as dark brown, almost black. I decided to change it up and go for a burgundy color. What do you think?    

 

 

 

Sunglasses: Tillys // Earrings: Gift // Forever 21 Purse: Thrfited // 

Tee: Down East Basics // Skirt: Target // Shoes: TJ Maxx // Jewelry: F21

 

FASHION FRIDAY LINK UP

Happy Friday friends! I hope you all have had a wonderful productive week!

I have 4 words for today: Three hours of sleep

Do you ever have those nights where you just can't sleep?!? They are the worst!

Tossing, turning and you just can't get comfortable or relax for anything? Well.....

Last night was one of those nights. I wouldn't mind so much, but today is going to be one LONG day! I have been up since 5:40am, have to work at my FT job until 4pm and then drive straight to Mesa to work a  Glamour on Wheels birthday party from 5:30-8pm. So I probably won't be home until around 9:30pm. Phew! I said a prayer on the way to work today asking God to give me the strength and energy that I need to get through this day. I know He will follow through!!! I will be like the energizer bunny getting everything done!!!

Even though I am exhausted, I am never too tired to blog or talk about fashion!
This has to be one of my favorite skirts by far. I thrifted this Ann Taylor skirt for just $3.99 at SAVERS. Gosh I love that place! Not only do I love the fit and the quality of this skirt...and of course the price, but I love how bold and colorful the print is. I have been playing it safe and just pairing this skirt with a black top and black heels, but I think I would like to venture out and see how this skirt would look with some colored heels.  

Sunnies: Jessica Simpson // Earrings: F21 // Shirt: H&M //
Skirt: Ann Taylor (Thrifted for $3.99) // Bracelets: TJ Maxx

My Mom bought me these two bracelets. I love the orange colored and how sparkly and shiny they are!
They were the perfect match for this skirt and really brought the orange of the flowers in the skirt out.



Here are my picks from last weeks Fashion Friday Link Up:

Marsa from The DayLee Journal

Kerri from Kerrin Chance Blog

Make sure you link up! I might just pick YOU to feature on my blog next Friday!!!


What are your plans for the weekend? Anything fun and exciting?


I am also linking up today with Britt from The Magnolia Pair for Friday's Love List #4

Here are some things I am loving right now:

1. This blog post. AMAZING!

2. My new favorite blog: Love Taza

3. Date night with my wonderful Husband

4. This video. What a beautiful story!