Change in Life Plans

Sorry I haven't been keeping my blog up to date. Life just been a little stressful and I seem to become some kind of hermit crab when that happens. I've come to lots of conclusions in my life. First of all I've realized that I've become extremely bored with my life. Last time this happened I moved to New Orleans so maybe I'm looking to move or maybe I'm looking for a major change in my life. One of the things that is creating all this boredom is my job. I work with people who are great but we have nothing in common. Most of them might be closet racist and super conservative which doesn't make for great conversations. I'm just craving some intellectual stimulation. Being bored makes me unhappy and depressed. It's gotten to the point where I don't even want to go shopping. All of you know how much I love that. Anyway I've decided to start studying for my LSAT and apply to a couple of law schools. Don't know if I will make it for Spring application due dates but I'm going to try. I applied back in the day but had no luck. Maybe I'm ready this time and I might get into Tulane or UT law school. Who knows.

Another change in my life is not caring so much about things. A friend of mine, an ex, told me that I was uptight. I guess in a way I probably am. I let things bother me and my feelings aways get hurt. He says I think people are perfect and that always leads to major disappointment. I have always expected people to do what I want them to do and when they don't it's so frustrating for me. I'm extremely judgemental and to a point a bit of a snob. I guess I fancy myself this wonderful person with no faults yet like most people I'm sure I have a couple I don't like to admit to. I need to learn to be more accepting of people's faults even if it goes against everything I believe in. Each person must have at least one redeeming quality. Have to remember that when I get worked up.

I've decided to do what I want to do and make myself happy. Work on staying in shape, decorating my house to my taste, making some money so I can go back to school, traveling more, reading more books, learning to sew, spending time with my family and friends, staying in touch with family and friends even the ones that drive me crazy. I'm turning 38 on Thursday and I need to turn a new leaf in my life. I need to be happy.

IKEA TRIP

Ok, I forgot to tell you about my IKEA trip. We left at 4:30am b/c I overslept. We didn't end up getting back home til exactly 4:30am the next morning. It was a long tortuous trip but we had lots of fun. I slept all the way there b/c I didn't get much sleep on Friday night and most of the way back. I'm like a baby in a car. Sorry Isabel and Beth. We lost some stuff on the highway(tabletop) but we managed to fit that double cabin F150 with so much crap all three of us had to sit in the front sit. We ate at Dairy Queen on the ride back and I had my favorite meal. The Dude. If you're not from Texas it's a chicken fried steak burger. It's not good for you but it's delicious. Anyway have to plan to make a trip back sometime in the future.

Almost Friday

So I wanted you guys to read this couple of blog posts about last nights debate.

An absolutely great one is about abortion. I didn't like McCain's response or general anger when discussing partial birth abortion but this post sums it up pretty good. No one is ProAbortion.

http://jezebel.com/5064553/memo-to-senator-mccain-my-health-is-not-an-extreme-position
The other post is about Joe the Plumber. Sometimes Americans can be so dumb and naive.

http://gawker.com/5064474/who-is-joe-the-plumber

I'm so over this election. I know Obama doesn't have the experience but at least he is smart enough to surround himself with smart people. Obama 08! Caribou barbie needs to go back to Alaska and face some criminal or ethics charges and McCain and Lieberman need to resign.
BTW, someone in my office with a college degree from LSU just told me Barack was born in Kenya. Yeah that's America for you.

IKEA

Me and two girlfriends are heading to IKEA in Houston this weekend. We are also stopping by some of my favorite home stores. Crate and Barrel, West Elm and Container Store here we come. We are leaving super early and making it a day trip. I'd spend the night but we have obligations. I'm so excited.

Patty's Annual Birthday List

My Annual Birthday List.

*It might change over the next couple of days.

1. Gold Earrings-I lost one of the hoop earrings Mamí got me so I'd like a replacement or an exact pair in case I lose another one. I'd like some gold studs or earrings. BlueNile.com has cute earrings. I'm in my gold phase so anything modern looking would be highly appreciated. Here's a example. It doesn't necessary have to be real gold I'll take gold vermeil jewelry as long as it's really nice and not the gold studs. I got some nice pieces from Shoefty a while ago that are gold vermeil and they've held up pretty good. I'm thinking something Indian looking(that's red dot not red feather).

2. I'd like something from J.Crew. Corduroy pants in one of their awesome bright colors. Green, persimmon or even saffron. I'm thinking the trousers or regular bootcuts are great. I like the tank dress also from my earlier blog post. The best part is that they have Petite online.

3. Black Coach belt with gold hardware- I was going to buy one at the Coach outlet store but got impatient and didn't. I have a black one with silver hardware but I'm so on the gold kick. I don't care if it's Coach I just want a good quality black 1 1/2" to 2" belt with non fancy hardware or logos.

4. A black puffy goosedown jacket. JCrew makes a snazzy one but alot of other people do to. I want something that falls below the waist and is puffy but not extremely puffy. I'd like it in Black but a cream or white colored one might be kind of cool. LLBean makes some and they are kind of plain. I'm sure lots of department stores have them.

5. A white peacoat or same type of jacket. JCrew again. I'm sure other people make one but this one looks the best and you know it's quality stuff. I'm still kicking myself about not buying that cream colored jacket from that thrift store a while back. What's up with my obsession with them? This one is really expensive but I would take one from Banana Republic, Club Monaco or Zara.

6. A new purse from my earlier blog. I need a new purse to punch up my wardrobe. I want some new shoes but I'm not allowing myself any new shoe purchases til SAKS has their after Christmas sale. You can get some killer deals on Dec. 26th. I'm not that much a fashionista not to wait to get me some cool stuff.

7. Anything cute from TopShop.com, H&M, Club Monaco and/or Zara.

8. A nice white shirt in Petite size so the lengths of the arm fit right. I have a AnneKlein one that is awesome but it's a size to small and it's looking worn. Actually it works except the across the breast it's a little snug since I have a wide back. Here's one from Banana Republic that would be perfect. I saw some in a Brook Brothers catalog that looked really nice and they have Petite sizes too.

9. Some nice comfy black boots. Frye has a Dorado Riding and Dorado Short style that I like. I really want something nice like the Loefflar Randall but I can't justify the price on them. Can't figure out if I want high boots or ankle boots. I'm kind of thinking I'm going to go with an above the ankle lengh. Something in between these and low ankle boots. Want to be able to wear them with pants and dresses and skirts for a casaul look.

10. A new I-Pod. I would like like a I- POd Touch but it doesn't hold enough songs since I want to get rid of all my CDs. If I get an T-POD Touch I'm going to get a external 500Gb drive to hold my music and pictures. I'm a fan of the classic though. I'll even take a nano because my Mini is only a 4GB.

Birthday List

I'm working on my annual birthday list and it should be out this week. Keep an eye out for it. I know you've been wondering about it. I'm keeping it on the low end since times are tough. I haven't decided what I'm buying myself for my birthday but it's going to be very functional. No, not a kitchen appliance.

Saints Game

I am going to the Monday night Saints game tonight. I'm sure it will be fun since I'm leaving work at 4:00pm to get the party started. Geaux Saints! Don't call me after 6:30pm b/c I'll be in the Dome.

Updates

Hey everyone, sorry I haven't blogged in a while. Nothing major going on with me. I've been scrimping and not shopping b/c I'm kind of scared of where the economy is going. It's funny b/c I'm one of those consumers that loves to shop but I've cut way back. My purchases alone probably kept our local Target afloat. Ok, maybe not but I've been avoiding Target like the plague b/c I just can't go in and buy what I need. I always pick up something there that I don't need but want. Right now I'm waiting for the Sigerson Morrison line of shoes that's coming out. Hopefully they'll be leather and I might buy a pair otherwise no way. Ok, this weekend I did go to Old Navy. Haven't really been to Old Navy in a while b/c I'm just not that into it. It always struck me as a stepchild to the Gap. Not that I'm a fan of Gap, I'm totally into J.Crew right now. I'm kind of liking some of the Banana Republic pieces. Anyway they were having a $14.92 sale and it was pretty pilfered through. Most of the smaller sizes were out and they only had L and XL left on the cute stuff. You know me I looked through a lot of stuff and I did end up finding two dresses and a cute little top in the smaller sizes. Here's the picture of the dress. I bought the maroon and steel colored one. I'm deciding which one to keep. Can't find pic of shirt but it's a lovely floral print. It's sleeveless with a tie front. Will be cute with my skinny J. Brand jeans and Moschino booties. I'll take a pic for you.

FACEBOOK

Well, I finally broke down and joined Facebook. Nicky asked me to join and I did it. So if you have a facebook account friend me pronto. XOXO BTW, I'm slow again at work. Maybe because I'm such a fast worker.

Roman & Me

Check out these cute pictures of Roman & I while I was in Austin. He is such a cutey pie and quite the ham. He is going to be trouble. You like my hat. I got it at Benetton and it was a little snug so I let out the elastic. Big Heads run in our family. I've been wearing it alot for some crazy reason since it's still rather warm here. That' s at the Embassy Suites where Lucy and James like to stay. I prefer to stay at Chateau Edwards with Roman. :)

Shoes and stuff

So you've guys have seen pictures of my shoe collection I'm assuming or at least heard rumors of it. Well I was looking for some shoes last night and I realized that I had these Prada shoes and I haven't really worn them. I bought them at a SAKS end of season sale. I tried them on and realized two things. A. Hadn't really worn them because they are snug in the width. Yes I have wide feet. B. They will be really nice with my fall/winter wardrobe. Might even remove the penny loafters off my list. I'm going to have them stretched to I can wear them more often. What do you think? Took them with my phone so no complaints. Thoughts.

BTW, last night I was cleaning out my closets because they are having a clothes drive for people who flooded in our lower parishes(counties) and I wanted to get some stuff together for them. I found some cute pieces I had thought about in a while. One of the things I found were these black sharkskin pants. Not real sharkskin it's just what the fabric is called. Anyway I'm going to have them altered a the bottom to make them leggings. They are already tight just not at the bottom. They are perfect. I pulled out anything that I hadn't worn and my friend Isabel said keep it or pitch it. She says I have too many sweaters and she might be right. I also pulled out stuff I love but don't wear because it needs altering. Believe it or not it's a never ending battle to get it done. I have way to many skirts that just don't fall at the right length and it makes all the difference in the world.

Do something!

I just read this on the Jezebel.com website. I'd heard about it on NPR and other news outlets but I hadn't really done anything about it but today I did. I wrote an email to the Health and Human Services to tell them that their plan sucks. I suggest if you are an open minded individual you just do it also. They could refuse you medical help for any made up reason and just say it's against their religion. Scary stuff. I went ahead and put a link on my blog for your use.
"In today's New York Times, Hillary Clinton co-wrote an Op-Ed railing against the Health and Human Services proposal that would require any health care entity receiving federal money to allow doctors and other health workers “to practice according to their conscience." Hillary and co-writer Cecile Richards note that this new law would not only allow doctors to refuse patients contraception and abortions, but "allow providers to refuse to participate in unspecified 'other medical procedures' that contradict their religious beliefs or moral conviction…Many circumstances unrelated to reproductive health could also fall under the umbrella of 'other medical procedures.' Could physicians object to helping patients whose sexual orientation they find objectionable? Could a receptionist refuse to book an appointment for an H.I.V. test? What about an emergency room doctor who wishes to deny emergency contraception to a rape victim? Or a pharmacist who prefers not to refill a birth control prescription?" This is scary stuff, people. If you want to send an angry letter to Health and Human Services, click here. [NYT, Planned Parenthood]"

http://www.ppaction.org/campaign/frcp08_adv1?qp_source=frcp08pporg

Guess who got flowers?

I don't want to brag or anything but I got some roses today in a really cute chartreuse colored vase. Sweat me! I took the picture with my phone so it isn't the best. Inquiring minds want to know?

Feliz Día de Independencia!

Here's to all my peeps! VIVA MEXICO!!!

TOP TEN LIST

Ok, I put together a top ten list of items I'd like to purchase to update my fall/winter wardrobe. I think these top ten items will make me happy. I've got a lot of clothes so these pieces would just help me adjust the wardrobe. I will be updating the list as I see fit. Just joking. I will change it up as I research some more. Not purchasing anything til I get the other house sold. BTW, don't be biting off my list.


1)Black Leggings-I already own American Apparel black leggings and I wear them constantly during cold weather but I'm looking to update them this year. I'd like some liquid/leather ones. I probably can't afford the leather ones I want but these look good. I'm looking at these cropped ones b/c they probably come up to my ankles since I'm so short.



2. Loeffler Randall Black Boots- I already own a pair of boots by them but they are short and have a heel. I'm looking for a higher boot with no heel. They are extremely expensive so this would be a very big purchase. They also sell out pretty fast. They aren't the cutest but they look super comfy and very cool. I'm also deciding whether they are comfy b/c the other ones I own hurt my feet to the point where I have to wear flats the next day. I'm going to research these a bit more.

3. Anything from the new J.Crew catalog. I'm in love with the cords in the bright colors. Green and/or purple would be fabulous in my wardrobe. Also the jewelry.

4. Anything from 3.1 Philip Lim. I absolutely love Philip Lim because he tries to bring high fashion to the masses. It isn't cheap but it's still pretty affordable if I don't eat out for a month and so totally worth it. You guys have seen me in my two dresses and they are the s*&t. Here's one of my favorite dresses from this season. The color looks amazing and will totally make me pop.



5. Something gray and something with sequins. Lucky for me I came up with this Philip Lim sweater. This is the back view. This one might require two different items. Banana Republic has this gray dress that's calling my name. It's very MadMenish.


6. Anything from the Alexander Wang line. He's a hot new designer and his pieces are mostly black and who couldn't use a new black shirt, dress, and/or pants all the while looking hip.



7. Brian Atwood heels. I love his sky high heels plus he is dating Nate Berkus. How cute is that? These two styles are nice and different from what I've got. Not a big fan of the animal print but these are kind of cool. They look a little too Steven Maddenish which kind of turns me off. What do you think?




8. A new handbag. I love my purse but it's huge and it's time for a change. I'd like something colorful and definitely not black. I have lots of black handbags. I'm thinking messenger bag. I've also always wanted a Mulberry purse. It's the blue one and it's name is Mabel. Inside joke for some people. This Botkier purple one is kind of cute too. The Marc Jacobs pink one is HOT! I might just get a black messenger bag. Le SportSac has one for like $40.00. It's cute too!






9. Gold Jewelry-I'm all over gold jewelry right now. Mamí bought me some cool gold hoop earrings but I'm looking for some little gold stud earrings and maybe some chunky good hoop earrings. The hoops don't have to be real gold. I had an awesome pair that Michael gave me but I lost one of them in Atlantic City. Don't you just hate that random lost earring? As soon as you throw it away you'll find the missing earring.

10. Penny loafers-I know it's crazy because I had a pair in high school and I worked them. I thought I was the coolest til I had to have them fixed. Being that we were poor my parents took it to the cobbler in Mexico who proceeded to mess them up and I never wore them again. It pissed my parents off but he put this gigantic heel on it to replace the one I had worn out. Brings back bad memories. They were flat unlike these. Here's what I'm thinking. Can't wait to wear them with a plaid skirt. I know they are Louboutins but they are pretty awesome. I'm looking to see if someone else makes one but you've got to admit these are hot. Wonder if I'll put a shiny new penny in them.



XOXO