Beauty Interview with Aerin Lauder

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I love Aerin Lauder. I recently posted an entry about her home tour (see here) if you missed it. Her home is so fantastic. I recently stumbled on this interview with Sally Hughes.



The interview with Aerin is so inspiring and as a look around the decor is also inspiring. I am now interested in bringing gold accessories into my home. Watch the video and get to know Aerin and her brand. Enjoy!!!

(photo via Aerin Lauder Instagram)
To watch this on your mobile click here.

Furniture Shopping for my Home

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This past summer my husband and I went furniture shopping for our family room. We have had the same furniture for over 7 years. I am so ready for a change. I am hoping to buy some new pieces this upcoming fall but we will see.

We went to Haverty’s furniture store which is located here in Indianapolis. I have to say I just loved the store!!! They had such a great collection and the prices where pretty fair. Below are some of the pieces that I picked out. I haven’t purchased anything yet. I am still looking. Let me know what you think.

I loved the nightstand next to the bed. Just beautiful….

This sectional is what I am going for. 
I want a gray sectional because the decor colors in the family room and kitchen
are going to be blue and white. 

These lamps would fit right in with the blue and white decor.

An up close photo of the lamps.
The side tables… love!!




I love the coffee table. It’s sturdy and is an excellent source for storage.

Oh, I just love this rug!! This would also go great in the family room.
It is timeless and can hide stains well.
Now we already have a dining room table but I just loved this one!!
I wish I could get it! The cupboard in the back, gosh I would love to 
store my china on that!!!

I have always wanted a tufted headboard and this is the bed I picked out.
I think it is timeless and classic. I could have this for years!!

And last but certainly not least.. the starburst mirror. Now I want one a little bigger
but I loved the way this looked. 



(all photos via Mrs. Shockley)

Banana Republic Ivy League Bracelet

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I love Banana Republic!! I love the jewelry and clothes. Everything is just so beautiful and chic. I love to shop the sales rack at our local store. I recently found this beautiful bracelet online during Black Friday!

It is called the Ivy League Line Bracelet and it is on sale now. Below are some of my photos. Check out their website for more beautiful items for low prices! Enjoy!

(photos via Mrs. Shockley)

How to Fold Hospital Corners

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I didn’t really understand this concept until I saw a how-to -video from Ballard Designs. Once I saw it I loved the way it looked. It also got me thinking about my fitted sheets. Sometimes those are so hard to get on the bed and this would be a nice change every other week. So I think I am going to give the hospital corners a try. Below is the how-to-video from Ballard Designs. Enjoy!


Photo by reisetopia on Unsplash
To watch the how-to video click here.



How to Eat Alone

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I always look forward to author Jennifer L. Scott’s Youtube videos on Sundays. A few weeks ago she gave a wonderful tip on how to enjoy your meals alone. Once I watched the video I have to admit I became much more aware of how I dine alone. I am now on a mission to implement these tips on my lunch break. Watch and enjoy!!!

Photo by Elaine Howlin on Unsplash
To watch this video from your mobile click here.

Simple Christmas Details

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I can’t believe Christmas is just in a few short weeks! It came too fast but I am ready. My local grocery store had small poinsettias on sale really cheap. So I purchased a few and placed them all over the house. It makes it look so festive and I like the idea of having real plants around our home. Below are some photos of my home and also watch the video from Mrs. Nikki. I love her ideas about simple tips to make your home festive. Enjoy!!!

My poinsettia in my sitting room. I just placed it in my vase from T.J. Maxx.

Our family room has 3 full size Christmas trees and each one has a different theme.

I placed this poinsettia on my nightstand in my gold vase I found at the thrift store.

This is my reading area in our bedroom.

My poinsettia on my island in my kitchen.




Our dining room table. 




To watch it on your mobile click here.
(all photos via Mrs. Shockley)

Chic Affirmations ~At Home with Madame Chic

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I love to hear and say personal affirmations to myself in the mornings. While reading At Home with Madame Chic author Jennifer L. Scott mentions a few powerful affirmations that one could say to themselves to improve their quality of life.

I am a firm believer in one using their best and now I am learning that one should believe their best and say the best about themselves. So below are the affirmations that Jennifer mentioned in her book. I would encourage you to add these to your daily thinking. Enjoy!!!

1. I am vibrant, healthy and full of energy.


2. My beauty is radiant.


3. I am a calm and patient parent.


4. Today I will relish the small things.


5. Today I will make my home beautiful.


6. I choose to eat healthy foods today.


7. My home is a sanctuary.


8. I can remain effortlessly in the present moment.


9. My creativity is inspiring.


10. I can get through any situation with grace. ( My absolute favorite!)


11. No matter what happens today, I will cultivate inner peace.


12. I can change the world.


13. All is well. 


For more ideas on living well check out Jennifer’s book. I already have a copy and love it!!!

Author Jennifer L. Scott and both of her books.
(photo via Google)