Happy Birthday Mom!

Recently I posted a status on my face book page asking the question, "What should my next blog post be about?" My mother, of course, replied "ME!" (selfish).  Even though I'm about 65% sure she was joking, I have decided to dedicate this entire blog post to the woman who gave me life.  The most amazing mother in the whole world, Cynthia Alice Hunt Bailey.

I was fortunate enough to have a mother who was able to stay home with four rambunctious kids while we were growing up.  For those of you who know the Bailey family, know that we have, and always will be a lot to handle.  That being said, I think the best way to describe my mom would be 'patient'.  She worked hard everyday to teach us the things mothers teach children, and sacrificed a lot so that we would have all that we needed.  Words cannot express how incredibly grateful I am for this woman.

I received a text this morning that I feel is share-worthy.  At 9:28 this morning, my mother texted me saying,

"Just letting you know that Landan wished me a happy borthday over an hour ago.... stiiilll haven't heard from you. (; "  And yes, she really said borthday.  Looks like 'one year older and wiser too' doesn't always hold true does it Red? (:

So today it is your birthday mom. Should I tell everyone how old you're turning? (just kidding, of course.... 29....) And to honor your birthday I thought I would compile a small collection of pictures that I love of my beautiful, loving, intelligent, hard-working, hilarious mother.  This woman is incredible.  Let's take a minute to congratulate the winner of the 'Mother of the Year' award for the past 21.5 years!  Happy Birthday Red.

Family Pictures Christmas 09'

Cancun Mexico 

My fabulous Mom and Dad

January 7, 2011 

Bucca Di Beppo

The Perfect Bun

Hello my six blog followers, (and all others who might read this), do I have a treat for you?! I have struck gold. One of the latest and greatest hairstyles of this trend cycle is this little cutie:

Ahhhh yes.  The Top Knot.

This style is so elegant and versatile! You can wear this hair style with jeans and a top or with an evening gown! The possibilities are endless.  So I know you're thinking, "Well these two lovely ladies have celebrity stylists, I couldn't possibly get my hair to do that!" WRONG! I found this handy dandy little video that will help you out!  I've tried it, and it's easy as pie.  The classiest hairstyle at the drop of a hat, no haitstylist needed.  Give it a try ladies! I guarentee you'll love it, and let me know how it goes.

Top Knot Video [make sure you scroll down to the vid]

Get the Look for Under $70.00

Alright people, back again! Today I have a cute little outfit that is perfect for springtime! You can get my rendition of this entire outfit for less than $70.00!!

If you'll notice, this outfit also has a cute pair of cheetah shoes! This is just a perfect example of how versatile this piece can be!  Oh and keep in mind, these recreations of mine wont be exact, but I'll do my best!

Top H&M: [here] $9.95
Pants: Forever21 [here] $15.80
Shoes: Target [here] $12.99
Earrings: Foreve21 [here] $2.80
Ring: Forever21 [here] $3.80
Bag: Foever21 [here] $24.50

There you have it ladies! This ENTIRE outfit for $69.84 before tax. Again, it's not perfect! Also, it's obvious that the majority of the things I find closest to these high prices beauties, are from Forever21.  If anyone has something that they think is a better fit than what I posted, let me know! Of if you have a store that you LOVE, and is reasonably priced, let me know. (: