This weekend was a bizarre mix of emotions for me. Full of activities, some serious down time and me crying into a plate of eggs. It could have spelled disaster but I was determined, though weary, to not let someone else’s bad, ill-timed comments get the best of me, especially on my birthday weekend. All of it, mashed together in its messy mix made me realize that there are three things I know for sure.
1. Red Lipstick Can Save the Day. Whether it was due to a mixture of ill-timed hormones or being too busy and needing a break I was having a hard time rallying periodically throughout the weekend. Each time I found myself feeling doubtful or just down I slicked on a powerfully bright red lipstick (essence stay matte lip cream in silky red) and felt better in mintues. I felt bold, polished and ready to say my mantra, if needed.
2. 38. That’s me! On my 38th birthday I ran up a mother of a hill without stopping to walk. I finally kicked that hill in the ass, like I wanted to all spring. I feel blessed to see another year, to spend more time with my family and friends and know that I can keep building a strong emotional, physical and mental core that will see me through to 39 and beyond.
3. The Power of Silence. On Monday, I was feeling particularly sour. With no plans, nothing on the books for my birthday and no desire to actually create them myself, I just sat in my closet feeling out of sorts. I slapped on that red lipstick again, causing H to say, “WHOA! Bright.” Uh, yup. And I took myself outside. Alone. I sat on my deck and read a magazine I had been gazing at longingly for weeks. I read it cover to cover and during that time a bluebird sat on the rail three times to say hello. I sat some more, gazed at the river from my perch and felt the restorative power of silence like nobody’s business. It was just what I needed to let go of my earlier anger and feel at peace with the day.
Now all that being said, I’m loving these two looks for weekends this summer. Date night, beach weekend, whatever you want but one bag works with both.
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Red lipstick ALWAYS saves the day! 🙂 and silence is golden, I miss those quiet days, I really should try to find time to do that. Your summer look is fabulous darling! And let’s talk about co-hosting, I’m up for it!
Happy belated birthday! You look great with your red lipstick, I haven’t found that right shade of red but I agree that it would instantly make me feel better too.
Alice
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Happy Belated Birthday! Your red lipstick is fabulous. Lately orange has been my go-to for the same, fun effect.
Yay summer clothes! I love that hat. I found you through Pleated Poppy. If you get a chance, I’d love it if you stopped by my blog sometime. Have a lovely day!
Happy Birthday pretty lady!!
Happy birthday! And hooray for red lipstick. 🙂
First of all Happy Belated Birthday Vicki. You don’t look a day passed 33. I loved reading this deep, open post. Red Lipstick always makes me feel great, also.
As always a pleasure stopping by, linking up, catching up and commenting. Would love for you to see what I am up to lately.
Thanks. Ada. =)
Red lippy can be a life saviour 😀 I am glad you made the most of your birthday weekend Victoria, happy belated birthday! I hope you enjoy the year ahead and look forward to more insightful and fun posts from you, thank you for the great link up! Hugs my dear! Beata xxx
Yesss, red lips instantly provide glam to any look – I’m obsessed! I also agree with your silent time. The husband and I commute together which is great most days, but there are some days when I miss driving alone just for the silence and reflection at the end of the day!
Love your summer look inspiration board, too!
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I totally agree with you about red lipstick And silence. Nothing like either one. 🙂 Go you for tackling that hill and winning!
Jennie
Red lipstick can definitely save the day! I usually put some on when I’m having a bad day too. And Happy Belated Birthday!!
~Jessica
Jeans and a Teacup