TGIF everyone!
When I woke up Thursday morning I was pleasantly surprised to see myself on the WordPress homesite as apart of “Freshly Pressed”. I was honored to have been selected. The amazing comments that followed made me feel even more grateful. I want to thank EVERYONE who viewed and/or commented on my “Perfectly Pleated” post. Your comments mean so much to me because this time last year I was not the confident, smiling woman you see. I didn’t like myself and would bombard myself with hurtful thoughts. The way I dressed mirrored how bad I felt inside. I would wear frumpy, unflattering clothes because I felt ugly and wanted to hide my body. This began to change after having surgery to remove a 20lb tumor from my abdomen in November 2011. As I recovered from my surgery at home, I did some real soul searching. The outpouring of love from family, friends and co-workers helped to me stop hating myself. I decided to banish all negative thoughts about myself. I threw every piece of frumpy clothing I owned in the trash. I was not going to be that Georgette anymore. I was going to be the Georgette I always knew lived in inside of me. From that point on, Ive never looked back and couldn’t be happier.
Again, thank you for being wonderful and have an awesome weekend!!!
Skirt (formerly a dress): Old Navy
Blouse: Gap Outlet
Necklace: Forever 21
Bracelets; NY & Co.
Sandals: Steve Madden
Belt: dont remember! lol
Good for you. Amazing, positive blog. I think you look fabulous x
Thank you very much for your comment!
Color blocking looks wonderful and festive on you. All you need is a party – woop, woop.
Yes! I love the color combo I wore. I plan to wear it again!!!
I was very glad to find you via freshly pressed…wonderful site. Thanks so much for sharing.
Im glad you enjoy my blog!
What a difference a year can make! Right?? It sounds like we were in similar situations. It’s wonderfully empowering to love yourself!
Katie- Hems For Her
I love that color combination! I find as I get older, I’m more inclined to pair unlikely colors and have had people tell me they wouldn’t have thought of those two colors together. I’m not sure if that was a compliment or not, but I’ll take it as one!
You will most certainly inspire women in similar situations, and you look gorgeous. Inside and out.
Beautiful inside and out !!
Well let me tell girl that positive thinking is paying off for you! your warm open smile will win hearts wherever you go. I hope that the universe contiunues to bring you happiness, good health and great happiness.
Thank you!!! Positive does pay off!
You’re a beautiful woman and a great example to follow. I’m happy to have found you via Freshly Pressed!
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!
You are fab lady! And you have a rocking sense of style. Thank goodness you have unleashed it so we can be a part of it!
I’d love your thoughts on how you know what colors to pair together. I’ve always shyed away from that and have been a pretty basic black + color, or denim + color girl, but I’ve seen a lot of great color combos (including yours!) and would love to get more adventurous. I’m just worried about looking like a clown. Any tips?
Trust me you wont look like a clown! Red and yellow are good colors to start with being more adventurous. Pair a red skirt or pant with a yellow top. Also green and yellow go well with one another. I go into my closet and start throwing things together to see how they will work. Youll be surprised at how many combos you can make with the clothes that you have.
I love love love your color combinations! And you’re making me want to cut my locks! Way to rock the short cut!
Thank you! I wish I had locks! I think they are so beautiful!
Yay you luv! So glad you were able to shake those false thoughts and live your true reality!
Yes! Im so glad I did!
Reason #2,385 why you are so amazing! Love this post! Keep shining!
Thank you soooo much! Youre amazing too!!!
wow – such an incredible story, its remarkable and wonderful during your healing that you decided to honour yourself, you are one amazing woman! LOVE the colours on you, i need those colours in my wardrobe immediately!!! x
Thank you so much! Seeing your comments always makes my day!
Though I haven’t been here for the journey, I’m here to throw some support you way for having reached this (happier) milestone. By the way, you’ve DOMINATED colorblocking. (:
Thank you for the support! I appreciate it so much!!!
The color combo is fab! You always look good, but I think it is mostly because of your contagious smile!
Thank you so much! I call my smile the “32 watt” smile because you can probably see all 32 of my teeth! LOL
Love all of the color in this outfit. I’m so glad that you found peace with yourself, and that it gave you the confidence to blog!
Thank you so much for always being so supportive! I really appreciate your comments!
Hi, I haven’t been reading your blog for long, but I am inspired by your sense of fashion and your smile that in every picture seems to radiate with true happiness, that only comes from within. I too was were you were and have grown to know that it’s nothing like loving and accepting yourself. God bless you and I look forward to your future postings.
Gorgeous color combo here! Kiah
Thank you so much hon!
I love pink and yellow! They are my favorite colors! Props to you for being bold enough to wear them together! You look great!!!
Thank you! It was my first time pairing these colors together. I plan to use them again!
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Thank you! I will definitely stop by your blog & check it out!
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