2014 was an eventful year for us. It brought with it mostly good times, but a few challenges as well.
In January, we saw the groundbreaking of our new church and throughout the year we've watched it seemingly rise out of the ground. It's been an amazing thing to watch and I can hardly wait to celebrate Mass within its new walls in just a few weeks!
In February, we saw the Denver Broncos (my favorite team!) get brutally beaten by the Seahawks (my second favorite team!) in the Super Bowl. I felt fortunate enough to see my two favorite teams in the championship, but I do wish the outcome would have been a bit different.
April saw the disappearance of our family cat, Booka. Typically an indoor pet, he managed to get out on Good Friday and hasn't been seen since.
We also saw the initiation of our boys as they entered the Catholic church through Baptism, First Holy Communion, and Confirmation. What a blessing it was and what a blessing we have in the boys!
My oldest boy became an altar server at our church in July and I experienced a book that thoroughly frustrated me in "Gone Girl".
September brought a major hail storm from which our neighborhood is still recovering.
In October, my family spent a fun filled week in Orlando, FL visiting Disney World and Universal Studios. The boys were at the perfect ages for it. They were old enough to ride most of the rides, but they were still young enough to have magic in their eyes.
October also came with the best house guests we could have ever imagined!
Thanksgiving had my in-laws in town from Florida. The boys got a chance to spend some time and get to know their out-of-town grandparents.
My youngest boy injured his leg in December. The doctors were afraid it could have been fractured, so for three days he walked around on crutches that were too big for him. Fortunately, it was just a sprain and, after three weeks, we took off his brace today!
The year of 2014, for the most part, was kind to us. We experienced a lot of joy and spent a lot of time with friends and family. Here's to another year that I'm sure will be great!
Happy 2015!
Wednesday, December 31, 2014
Wednesday, December 17, 2014
Stitch Fix - December 2014 Review
Stitch Fix is a subscription service where a stylist sends you five items each month based on your profile. You pick what you'd like to keep and send back what you don't like.
I didn't send my stylist any notes this month. My stylist was Katie.
I really liked the pattern on this shirt and the material. The fit at the top of the shirt around the shoulders was a bit tight. It kind of felt the same as when I put a t-shirt on backwards by mistake. Whenever I moved my arms around it would bunch a bit. It was uncomfortable and awkward enough to send back.
Status: Sent back
The style of this shirt reminded me very much of the 80s; the sleeves had wings and the shirt cinched at the bottom. I understand that many styles from the 80s have returned, but that doesn't mean that I have to like it.
Yep, I just copied and pasted that from my May post regarding the Aleah V-Neck Heathered Dolman Sleeve Shirt. I like the deep purple color of this shirt, but hate the style, just like I did back in May. Funny how that works.
For a wool coat, this one is not very warm. It has the weight of my other wool coat, but didn't do a great job of keeping me warm, even though today wasn't all that cold.
However, I do like the style and I think it dresses up nicely enough to use for church. I'm just not sure it's worth the price.
UPDATE: After being undecided for a couple of days, Stitch Fix dropped the price to $134.00. I decided to keep it.
I desperately need pants. I have recently had to throw out two pairs of old, worn out jeans. These cords are comfortable and warm, but a bit on the short side by about and inch or two. I could pair them up with boots as they are a skinny fit.
It looks like, for now, it's a toss up between the pants and the coat.
UPDATE: After being undecided on this for a few days, I decided that to pay this much for cords, they need to fit the way I like. I decided to send them back.
This tote was HUGE. That's great for a mom, but I tend to lean towards a nice, hands-free crossover bag.
This tote just wasn't for me.
For those of you wondering, it was gold when reversed.
Status: Sent back
If you like what you see here, make sure to sign up for Stitch Fix and get your first Fix scheduled!
I didn't send my stylist any notes this month. My stylist was Katie.
Rosco Leopard Print Blouse - $44.00
Status: Sent back
Queensland Dolman Jersey Top - $48.00
Yep, I just copied and pasted that from my May post regarding the Aleah V-Neck Heathered Dolman Sleeve Shirt. I like the deep purple color of this shirt, but hate the style, just like I did back in May. Funny how that works.
Status: Sent back
Ada Asymmetrical Zip Faux Leather Piping Wool Pea Coat - $168.00
However, I do like the style and I think it dresses up nicely enough to use for church. I'm just not sure it's worth the price.
UPDATE: After being undecided for a couple of days, Stitch Fix dropped the price to $134.00. I decided to keep it.
Status: Kept
Frieda Corduroy - $68.00
It looks like, for now, it's a toss up between the pants and the coat.
UPDATE: After being undecided on this for a few days, I decided that to pay this much for cords, they need to fit the way I like. I decided to send them back.
Status: Sent back
Parvin Reversible Hang Tag Detail Tote - $48.00
This tote just wasn't for me.
For those of you wondering, it was gold when reversed.
Status: Sent back
Overall
This fix just didn't excite me at all. When it came down to it, I was debating over keeping two items, one of which I didn't really love and the other difficult to justify the price. I was especially disappointed to see another dolman shirt as I really don't like the style and had thought that had been clear in my feedback to the company.
My next Fix is scheduled for January 13, 2015, which just happens to be the day before my birthday. After that, I may consider suspending my subscription for a while as this was supposed to be a reward for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and I haven't been doing too great.
My next Fix is scheduled for January 13, 2015, which just happens to be the day before my birthday. After that, I may consider suspending my subscription for a while as this was supposed to be a reward for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and I haven't been doing too great.
If you like what you see here, make sure to sign up for Stitch Fix and get your first Fix scheduled!
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