My Secret Admirer

December is a hard month for me to get through. As soon as I get back from Thanksgiving break, all I can think of is going back home, even though I have so much to do before that option presents itself. The third week of December is finals week for me, and I am stressed beyond belief this year, due to having seven exams.  Thankfully my mom helped relieved my stress by sending me a care package filled with one gift for each day of the month.  I love each of the little trinkets I get from her, it shows just how much she cares about me.  I like to tell people that this little man that hangs on my ear whispers me sweet things.  Maybe if I'm lucky he'll even whisper the answers to all my exams...

Let it snow!

It's offical, the first snow has come and gone! Around midnight last night a few friends and I went outside to enjoy the gorgeous fluffy flakes that were falling all around. This picture was the view outside my window as soon as I woke up. Sadly, it was too warm to stick and today the rain washed the last few chunks of snow away, but this is a promising sign! Hopefully the weather will continue towards winter and stray from summer. I can't handle much more flip flopping! I'll just keep looking at this picture hoping that this week will bring snow, snow and more snow!! After all, we are in Wisconsin. I've heard many people complaining about how cold it is or how much they hate snow and I just don't understand it! If you hate this weather so much, why are you here? There are plently of states that don't get snow, ever! Also, if you're complaining about the "cold" 35 degree weather now, what are you going to say when it's -15 outside? Thats my little rant for the day. I'm just going to be positive and think, "Sweaters, scarves and mittens, oh my!"

Winter, oh winter, wherefore art thou?

As it grows nearer and nearer to the holiday season I can't help but want cold weather and snow. I have my sweaters unpacked and ready to go, but they have yet to see the light of day. The reason for this is the strange Wisconsin weather we've been having. Although I am used to snow in April or sunny days in December, I am not used to 65 degree days in the middle of November. As I dress for the day, I should be thinking about if I need gloves and a hat or not. Lately my thoughts are whether or not I should wear capris. This shouldn't even be an option! To help get my mindset into winter mode, I've been looking at all the gorgeous sweaters and chunky knits that are so in style come colder weather. The special thing about all these outfits is that they are all either sequined or sparkly, which is my favorite trend of the season. Just because its grey and gloomy outside doesn't mean that your clothes can't be fun!

Winter Warmth