I'm not giving up, I'm just starting over.

Good evening lovely women and gentlemen. Oh how I have missed you all and your wonderful comments. 

Outfit Details:

Dark Blue Distressed Jeans - Gift from My Parents

Brown Plaid Corset - Charlotte Russe

Light Cardigan - Charlotte Russe

 Black Leather Capella Boots - Charlotte Russe

XOXO Handbag - Burlington

Thick Knit Belt - Forever 21

Golden Lovebird Necklace - Clair's

These photos were taken on a lovely snow day, and of course I spent most of it by that wonderful fire. I so can't wait for Spring to be fully here so that I can bask in the sunshine.

&& if you haven't noticed, yes I adore my capella boots and have an extremely hard time not wearing them with everything. Tehe. :)

What have you guys been up to!? 

Love, Alysha E. Marie.

<3

There is thunder in our hearts.

This outfit is one that I out together for Thanksgiving with my family.  I
especially love the colors in the coats, they seemed very fitting to me since they are Thanksgivingy colors. Enjoy! :)

Outfit Details:

Dark Blue Jeans - Sears

Gray Close Knit Sweater - Forever 21

Black Leather Capella Boots - Charlotte Russe

Classic Pea Plaid Coat with Faux Fur - Ross

Deer Necklace - Clairs
Vintage Red Crystal Ring - A Gift From My Parents

If it weren't for the careful guidance of my wonderful, trustworthy mother, I would be hopelessy drowning in the life that  I try desperately to shape into my own.  These past few weeks have been such a hassle with trying to figure out where I stand.  I love having a mother that truly cares about my well being and who can truly help me to see my faults and where I can make corrections.

You see.... Ever since I can remember I have been an extreme push over, maybe even an extreme people pleaser.  I don't know how this unfortunate habit developed, but until recently I never saw it as anything to be concerned about.  Afterall, isn't it good to be there for everyone when they need it and do everything that you can for everyone when they need it? No, I see now that it isn't. I see now that I have left myself open to manipulation from many different parties over the years.

My game face is shameful. I do nothing for myself, and if I do, it only last for short times until I stop doing it completely to make room for the needs of others. I say no more.

What an eye opener this week has been!  && because of this discovery, I intend to begin the journey of self discovery and self happiness.

I am willing and I am ready. Wish me luck!

As a side note, are there any other self admitted people pleasers out there? 

Love, Alysha E. Marie

<3

Don't step on a crack.

Outfit Details:

White Layered Dress - A Gift From A Good Friend

Belt - Charlotte Russe

Low East Side Black Buckle Flat - Payless

Bead Necklace - Probably Icying

Floral Vintage Style Bag - Ross

Hello, my lovely readers! Sorry about my absence over the past couple of days. Easter and Easter preparations took up a lot of my time over the weekend, so Happy Belated Easter to all of you! Also, this is finals week for me so I am bogged down with studying for finals and massive essay writing. I'm trying to recall where in the rule book of life does it say, "the last week of college classes will always be tediously torturous". Haha. But really, I am so ready for my Summer break to begin.

Anywho, enough about unpleasant things for now. This outfit is put together especially for Easter, and isn't that pink handbag splendid!? I bought it at the same time that I got my floral satchel (if you have seen that posting). I love shopping days like that, when you find just the most perfect items! :)

Well now, the blogging break is over and it's back to essay writing for this girl!

I hope that you are having an incredible week, stay lovely. 

Love, Alysha E. Marie

<3

Jack Johnson wrote that song for me.

Outfit Details:

Floral Lace Skirt - Wet Seal

Yellow Front Cardigan - Charlotte Russe

White Under Shirt - Wet Seal

Pink Under Shirt - Wet Seal

Bronze Wedge Sandal - Payless

Metallic Gold Date Night Handbag - Ross

Bouquet Necklace - A Gift From My Mom

Pink Flower Ring - Forever 21

Ever since I was a little girl, I can remember my Daddy always saying, “There’s nothing new under the sun.” Now what did he mean by this? Simply that no idea, thought or action was something new, or something that has not already been thought about or carried out by someone else. As disheartening as this may seem, I believe that it is absolutely true. However, this is not to say that uniqueness does not exist. You see, there may be another girl down the block that has the same dress that you have, but I guarantee that the two of you never wear it in exactly the same way. && that is what makes that dress unique to you. Once you put on that dress and accessorize it to your liking, you have made it a part of you; a part of your psyche.

This is the main reason that I am so in love with fashion and all of the possibilities that it holds, because you create yourself, your inner personality and soul through the way that you dress. Whether you go for the edgy look, the street look or the girlie look, you are representing yourself through clothing, whether you realize it or not, and I think that is beautiful.

I encourage everyone to ponder this the next time you “throw something on your back”.

Love, Alysha E. Marie

<3

Yes yes, my darling.

Outfit Details:

Guess Sunglasses - Guess

Dark Wash Denim Short - Aeropostale

Off the Shoulder T - Forever 21

Star Tights - Gift From My Parents

Ruffle Skirt Handbag - Gift From My Mom

Catwalk Black Crinkle Heels - Charlotte Russe

I have always been somewhat of a night owl, well, actually not somewhat, I am a night owl.  This probably stems from my parents and their late nights ever since I was a youngster.  I always feel more motivated to do things at night and I always feel much less lethargic when the witching hour rolls in.  Don't ask me why, because I couldn't come up with a sufficient answer.  && no matter how many times I try to crawl into bed at a decent time, I always fail miserably. I am a special kind of night owl though, because I can sometimes be an early bird too. So, I guess I am wise and eat worms.

I am the kind of girl that either sleeps way to much, or hardly at all.  Despite my desperate need to transition to a life solely dedicated to the early bird style, I am always up till at least two every night. I have been told time and time again that this type of schedule is completely unhealthy, but in some ways, I love the changes in monotony that somehow provides my otherwise mundane life with a sense of enthusiastic passion for living.

Love, Alysha E. Marie

<3

Stranger things have happened.

Outfit Details:

Dark Blue Jeans - Sears

Cotton Bird Shirt - A Gift From My Mom

Black Leather Capella Boots - Charlotte Russe

Striped Scarf - A Gift From My Mom

Vintage Style Floral Yellow Ring - Christmas Present From My Parents

I apologize for the bit of strangness in today's photos, I was in an off mood this morning and I believe that this was reflected greatly in my photographs.  Gotta love that splash of yellow though, right?  It was a relatively warm day today and I felt as though I needed to pay tribute to the beautiful sun with some color. I can't wait till I can wear short again, without freezing my little bum off that is.  I feel like almost every posting thus far I have mentioned the weather or my desire for Spring [I am too lazy to check though], that just further shows how excited I really am!
Anywho, the day's awesome weather called for a visit to the park, and a reuniting with an old friend.  It was spectacular to see someone from so long ago and still be able to talk my brains out about all those silly and secret things.  Sometimes, people from your past come back into your life at just the right moments. <3
See you all tomorrow my lovely readers and I have exciting news!!


Love, Alysha E. Marie
<3