Secret to Surviving a Night in Heels

Heels are wonderful, they make you look taller, leaner, and they even make your legs look longer but if you're like me and you are not a natural in heels they can make for a painful night. In this posting I want to share with you my secret to surviving a night in heels.

My secret is similar to Newton's III Law of Gravity which states: 

For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction.

My law for surviving a night in heels states: 

For every high heel there is an equal and opposite pair of flats.

Yes, you read it right, the secret to surviving a night in high heels is simply that you don't. The only realistic cure that can make your feet feel better after walking around in heels all night is to take them off. What I like to do is to show up to a party or event in heels so that I have the chance to show the shoes off but as soon as my feet start to ache and I begin to look like a drunk giraffe walking around I simply slip into a pair of flats that are equal in appearance to the heels but opposite in height. As long as the flats look similar they will still match your outfit but be much more comfortable to walk around in and they also will allow you to enjoy your night!

Pictured below are some of my heels with their equal and opposite pair of flats:

|Heels: TJ Maxx| Flats: Old Navy|

|Heels: Target| Flats: Target|

|Heels: Guess| Flats: Target|

As you're planning your New Years Party Outfit don't forget to bring along your flats! Cheers to comfortable feet and the New Year!

Smiles,

Morgan

New Years Eve Party DIY

This year I have decided to host a New Years Eve party at my house. I'm not big on themed parties but I have decided to go with a Great Gatsby theme for my party this year. A Gatsby party is filled with glitter, confetti, feathers and large balloons which is exactly what New Years Eve is all about. I have decided to blog the details of my party up until New Years in hope that I might be able to inspire you all with your party plans as well.

Up first is some DIY cardboard numbers I made the other day. Don't be scared, they are actually much simpler to make than they appear. 

You'll need:

-cardboard box

-tape

-mod podge

-disposable foam brushes

-lots of glitter

First, sketch out the number you want to make on the cardboard. Cut the number out and then trace the number on another piece of cardboard and cut it out so that you should have two duplicate copies of the number you are creating. 

Next, cut out a two inch strip of cardboard. Take the strip and curve it around one of the numbers so that it goes around the perimeter of the number. Tape the strip at the edge of the number and then do the same thing with the second number. (Before completely taping the number you should test to see if the number will stand up on its own or not. If it doesn't than simply just put some dried rice of beans at the bottom to help it stand by itself.)

At this point you should have something that looks like this:

If you like the cardboard look then congratulations you're done, but if you're like most people you will want to go to the next step which is to add glitter.

This next step can get messy because glitter is notorious for being a pain to clean up so make sure that you do this final step outside or in a bathroom. First, cover the number in mod podge with the foam brush. Then sprinkle the glitter over the number. When doing this make sure to put some news paper or aluminum foil under where you will shake the excess glitter off so that you can reuse the glitter. 

Once you have covered every side in glitter go back and make sure that there are no uncovered spots. Once the numbers are dried you will be done. Give yourself a pat on the back because you just saved yourself a lot of money by doing it yourself and you just made an awesome New Years Eve party center piece. 

The remaining product should look something like this:

These numbers can also be reused for graduation decorations or for props for a photo shoot.

Have a great New Years and stay tuned on the blog for more New Years Eve party ideas and DIY projects. 

Smiles,

Morgan 

Navy Gingham

|Button Up: J Crew Factory (here)| Sweater: Forever 21| Jeans: Gap (similar here)| 

|Shoes: (here)| Necklace: (similar here)|

The Christmas season is my favorite time of the year but unfortunately for me finals come before Santa does. I'm anxiously counting down the days till the end of the semester (7) so instead of staying up late to study I can stay up late to watch Christmas movies and instead of planning study sessions I can plan Christmas parties.

Finals week is hard and Urban Dictionary even describes it as "The worst week of a college or high school students life. Finals week involves pulling an all nighter to reverse the months of slacking that have killed their grades." 

If your in the same boat as me and are approaching finals week then I encourage you to not start to get lazy, don't procrastinate anymore(especially on those research papers), manage your time efficiently, and remember to breathe. 

Here are some verses of encouragement: 

James 1:12

Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.

1 Peter 5:7

Cast all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.

2 Chronicles 15:7

But you, take courage! Do not let your hands be weak, for your work shall be rewarded.

If you need some extra inspiration then turn on Katy Perry's song Roar:

I got the eye of the tiger, a fighter, dancing through the fire 

'Cause I am a Champion and you're gonna hear me roar

Louder, louder than a lion

'Cause I am a champion and you're gonna hear me roar

Smiles,

Morgan

Dogs & Bow Ties

Sweater: Old Navy (here)| Shirt: Old Navy| Pants: Gap|

Shoes: J Crew Factory (here) 

It's that time of the year to pick out a tree, string up the lights, begin the endless baking and start pulling out the Christmas sweaters! I found this sweater a couple of weeks ago at Old Navy and decided that today was the day to pull it out. I spent the day shopping with my family for Christmas gifts and for more sweaters of course. 

The Christmas season will go by fast so make sure to cherish every moment of it and embrace the people you get to spend it with. Make sure to do all the things you didn't get the chance to do last Christmas and eat all the yummy treats without caring about the nutritional value because December is for eating extra and January is for cutting back. However most importantly don't forget the reason that we celebrate Christmas is because God sent his son to us. Make sure to enjoy the most wonderful time of the year!

Luke 2:11

For unto you is born this day in the city of David a savior, which is Christ the Lord.

Smiles,

Morgan

Thanksgiving Day Attire

Happy Thanksgiving!

Utility Jacket: Forever 21| Dress: Old Navy (here)| Boots: Old Navy (here)|

Glitter Belt: Target (here)| Necklace: Francescas

No fall wardrobe is complete without some olive and oxblood and not to mention they also pair

great together! I also love to throw in pops of gold to pull an outfit together! 

I hope your Thanksgiving was as wonderful as mine! I started my Thanksgiving by running a 5k, which is a goal that I have had for a long time and then I went on to spend the day with family and I ate way more than I should have. With it being Thanksgiving I am trying to be intentional about what I am thankful for so I wanted to share a couple of things. I am thankful for a loving God that continues to love me no matter how much I fail him, for my amazing supportive family, fantastic friends who are so encouraging, my fluffy little dog named Macy who knows how to put a smile on my face daily, the wonderful church that I am blessed to be a part of, good health and for the front row spot I got at Walmart today! What are you thankful for today?

Psalm 107:8

 Let them thank the Lord for his steadfast love, for his wondrous works to the children of man.

Smiles,

Morgan