October Obsessions

Even though it's only Wednesday, it's been a really crazy week already. Without getting too far into it, my husband was admitted to the hospital yesterday; he is fine now, but it was terrifying and threw us for a major loop. As he is resting and regaining his strength, I'm reflecting on how good it is to be home and have him healthy and safe. He did note that one of the worst parts of our spending the night in the hospital was not being able to snuggle our affectionate little dog.
On a lighter note, here are a few things warming and lighting up my second full week of October.
{Lilu drowsing and doing her best 'I'm-not-sleepy-just-resting' expression; my $20.00 uber-cozy post-Uggs-era Target moccasin slippers that allow me to pad ever so lightly downstairs for midnight snacks.}

{Smoky-quartz Jessica Simpson wood-heeled, foot-friendly wedges found at T.J. Maxx at the end of summer - perfect height, shape, and color for work, feeding my current yen for gray shoes of all varieties. At various points I also snagged both the cream suede and leopard&patent versions.}

{This vintage hammered-gold joined-disk necklace is one of my all-time favorites and was gifted to me by my mom's best friend and my surrogate auntie, Iris (shout-out!). I've worn it for several fortuitous occasions - it goes with everything, especially a plain black or white tee - and consider it a lucky charm, as well as reminiscent of something Cleopatra might have favored. I'm obsessed with the double chains, flattering length, and the beautiful way it catches the light.}

{This massive rectangle of "quilted" or checkered gold costume-ring blinginess has long been a favorite trinket. I got it at Forever21 years ago for about $6.00, and find myself reaching for it when I want to show a little attitude without doing more than (literally) lifting a finger. My students have informed me that it would be quite useful if I got in a brawl because it would add a certain something to any punches I might throw; they have high aspirations for my fighting fists, but Rocky I am not. I'm more interested in the Chanel feel of the ring and the fact that, after a quick coat or two of clear nail polish, it has maintained a soft patina that belies its meager cost.}

{A side view - here you can really tell how chunky the ring is. I love jewelry that is large and in charge.}

{I honestly can't remember exactly where or when I acquired this tiny round box with a dainty wood-fairy on its lid, but I'm sure it was while I was still in elementary school. I love old, delicate, special items like this. While I'm not totally sure what I'll be using it for, I'm feeling this little sylph's tousled hair and mixed-material layers - I'd imagine that the temperature is capricious for those who live in the heart of the woods and are miniature.}

Another great part of the weather turning chilly: piles of warm, fluffy blankets. I'm off to find some for my man, who has already settled into bed with the dog.

-xoxo