For a New Day...

A group of graduates, well established in their careers, were discussing their lives at a class reunion.. They decided to go visit their old university professor, now retired, who was always an inspiration to them. During their visit, the conversation turned to complaints about stress in their work, lives and relationships.

Offering his guests hot chocolate, the professor went into the kitchen and returned with a large pot of hot chocolate and an assortment of cups. Some cups were porcelain, glass, crystal, some plain looking, some expensive, some exquisite. He invited each to help themselves to the hot chocolate. When they all had a cup of hot chocolate in hand, the professor shared his thoughts.

"Notice that all the nice looking, expensive cups were taken, leaving behind the plain and cheap ones. While it is normal for you to want only the best for yourselves, that is the source of your problems and stress. The cup that you are drinking from adds nothing to the quality of the hot chocolate. In most cases it is just more expensive and in some cases even hides what we drink. What each of you really wanted was hot chocolate. You did not want the cup . . . but you consciously went for the best cups. And soon, you began to eye one another's cups."

"Now friends, please consider this . . ."Life is the hot chocolate . . .your job, money and position in society are the cups. They are just tools to hold and contain life. The cup you have does not define, nor does it change, the quality of life you are living. Sometimes, by concentrating only on the cup, we fail to enjoy the hot chocolate God has provided us."

Always remember this . . . . . . . . . .God brews the hot chocolate, He does not choose the cup. The happiest people don't have the best of everything. They just make the best of everything that they have!!

Live simply . . .
Love generously . . .
Care deeply . . .
Speak kindly . . .
Leave the rest to God.

- and remember - The richest person is not the one who has the most, but the one who needs the least.

Enjoy your hot chocolate!!
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What time is It?

I am still loyal to my lovely $19.99 black Mossimo watch from Target, but since perusing the aisles the other day I have discovered a lovely Merona white time-ticker for only $12.99 that is presently adorning my wrist. I have been all over getting a white watch for quite a while, but I'm not interested in spending all those Benjamins for a trend splurge. Now while Saks offers some lovely versions for $250-a-pop and up, including the lovely Michael Kors above, I'll stick with Target, which offers more than just my lovely arm candy!

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Louis Vuitton Key Holder

Sometimes, very rarely, but sometimes I do not feel like lugging around all of those fabulous purses I so covet and during those times I need something a little smaller to hold all of my cards and cash (though that is a rare occurrence as well, I'm a plastic girl). This is why I have turned to Louis Vuitton and the brand's multicolore key holder. I'm not really a huge fan of the Vuitton's rainbow motif, but I will take it in small doses and this card holder is just small enough for me. Now while $250 is too much for something this tiny for me, eBay and other websites like Bonanzle can let you grab one for a little cheaper.

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St. Louie is HERE!!

I have been salivating over Goyard for ages, and now he is here! My Goyard St. Louis PM has arrived! He is above to enjoy! Now, for that Yves Saint Laurent Downtown/Muse bag!

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Covet: Goyard

I've already waxed and waned about Goyard and their perfect St. Louis PM/GM totes and now I am salivating over their wallets. I have discovered The Purse Forum and their coven of members that worship bags just as I do. The lovely ladies (and some gents) have posted the "Goyard Reference" library where I have borrowed some photos to share and enjoy! While Goyard is super-pricey, they are also super-exclusive and only from word/typing-of-mouth (and an eBay listing) have I heard and seen that most wallets start at $825-a-pop. So for now, I'll keep dreaming!

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Boots, Boots and More Boots Too!

Just a post below, I talked all about my adoration for Arturo Chiang's "Enchant" boot and now I have found a companion pair that are equally expensive looking and just a little bit more for price. I am in love with Vince Camuto's equestrian-inspired "Karena" boot and it's two tone calfskin upper. The shoe is also available at Dillard's for $198, but is definitely a boot to last for years to come!

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Boots, Boots and More Boots!

Its the time for runny noses and warm coats! The one thing I (do not) need is another pair of boots, but I have found love for Arturo Chiang's "Enchant" style that would be perfect with jeans or a tight pair of black J.Crew pencil trousers and a chunky sweater. They even come for a reasonable price ($149!) at Dillard's so check them out if you get a chance!

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Every Girl Needs One

No, not a black dress (though we all need one of those too). Every girl needs the perfect trench! And with fall quickly turning to winter, that trench is the perfect way to look ultra cute in the ultra cold/rainy/inclement weather! Brr.... Now while I am ALL over the classic Burberry Trench, the short and sweet Burberry Brit ($795) being my favorite followed by it's sister, the longer, double breasted at the same price, I am not all over that price (and that isn't even from the more in demand Burberry Prorsum line). This is why I skipped over to Overstock.com where it is all about the "O!, such a good price" and discovered just the perfect Michael Kors trench for me at the perfect price!

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Covet: TOD'S

I am salivating over Tod's New Bauletto Satchel and have decided to line it up in queue after my beloved Goyard St. Louis PM. The leather goods line, which hasn't been on my radar in quite some time, has caught my eye with the versatile and ultra luxe purse that is all about sophistication without screaming "look at me!". Now as we have all come to realize, there is no way I can swing the $1445 for a brand new out the box from Saks all the way on Fifth Avenue, but a girl can dream and check Fashionphile, no less.

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Buy This, Bye That: Alternative to Chanel

I have never understood the obsession with the quilted Chanel flap purse outfit maker, but I will say that I am all about luxe living for less. Therefore, I am always in search of a great item for the deal-seeker in all of us and I have found it with Kate Spade's "Margot" quilted leather satchel. Now while "Margot" will still set you back a couple hundred Benjamins, $375 to be exact, that is much less than the three-grand a classic Chanel flap can set you back on consignment (by the way, this one is quite chic if I do say so myself, and I do).

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