Follow The Leader

 While reading sometimes sweet I noticed her post A-Z and really loved the idea. I think everyone should do it..peer pressure you know...but anywaysssss...here's mine.

A. Age: 28
B. Bed size: King and it is sooo hard to get out of
C. Chore that you hate:cleaning litter boxes..there are 3 you know
D. Dogs: never owned one but maybe one day
E. Essential start to your day: FOOD or else
F. Favorite color: greige and high contrast color combinations
G. Gold or Silver: silver but gold is growing on me
H. Height: 5'4"
I. Instruments you play: none
J. Job title: seller of vintage goods,wife,sometimes homemaker HA!
K. Kids: 4 cats
L. Live: Texas
M. Mother’s name: Tracie
N. Nicknames: Rachie and I think it's stupid.My name is Rachel.
O. Overnight hospital stays: do mental hospitals count?
P. Pet peeves: People who have 20 children but can't afford to pay their rent. Birth control is an option.
Q. Quote from a movie: I'm way too burnt to remember things like that.
R. Right or left handed: Right handed.
S. Siblings: I have a sister from my mother and father and I have 7? siblings from just my father. Ha Ha, he was busy!
U. Underwear: I have big boobs so yes on the bra,  floppy titties are never good. Bottoms,nah.
V. Vegetable you hate: okra
W. What makes you run late: I try not to be late as I feel it somehow lets my mother down. She is NEVER late and always early.
X. X-Rays you’ve had: whatever
Y. Yummy food that you make: red beans and rice with sausage
Z. Zoo animal: Zoos are bad in general but I do love anything soft and cuddly looking. See Angora Rabbit below!

Just A Little Longer..

Super excited! This Thursday my husband and I will finally be getting away for a few days. We decided on a mini vacation to San Antonio,TX since it's only about 4hrs away from us. I've been obsessively staring at pictures on the computer trying to decide where I want to go first. We're staying at The St. Anthony which is just a little walk from the famed Riverwalk. I definitely want to hit up the art museum and of course check out the local antiques. Have any of you been? What are the best places to see?

Even though I'm excited about getting away, I'm more excited about coming back! I've been putting off working out and trying to get get healthy but I think the best time for me to start is after a relaxing vacation. I was doing good with fixing my fast food habits and sedentary lifestyle but then POOF! it all went to shit! One of the biggest motivators though is my upcoming 10yr high school reunion. I know that I'm not going to miraculously become a size 4 overnight but I could lose a few pounds and tone up my spare tire a little. My weight has actually made it difficult to get excited about going on vacation. Since I knew we would be going out and about I wanted to do a little shopping and maybe buy a cute dress to wear out to dinner. WELL...that went to hell in a hand basket...I basically had a mini breakdown because nothing fit and I eventually had to buy maternity shirts. And no, I'm not pregnant. I've somewhat gotten over this embarrassing moment and m moving forward. With that said, I have already picked out new goodies to reward myself with for getting healthy. I have always loved making fantasy shopping lists and since finding the site shopbop, I have been able to make a wishlist for all my heart's desires. Check out my favorites below....


These I'm hoping to get at the end of the month since my old glasses are not cutting it anymore.

Elizabeth and James Chrystie glasses

Antik Batik Aden Cabas Bag

DVF Washed Chiffon Scarf

Rachel Roy Sleeveless Dress w/ Leather Yoke

Dolce Vita Jada Wallabee Booties

Slightly out of my price range but I can dream!

Sonia Rykiel Cowl Neck Sweater Dress

I usually stay far, far away from any yellowish colored clothing but I was head over heels for this mustard dress as soon as I saw it.If I have my way this will be my reunion dress. Simple and fabulous!

Halston Heritage 3/4 Sleeve Dress

Heartbroken

  I've been putting off this sad little post but I figured now was a good a time as any. My husband and I have more than a few cats, 5 total, but one is especially dear to him. A particular cat we called Gray Nuts or Lil Bits in polite company. He actually belonged to my neighbors with whom we are good friends with now.     One day this little gray cat showed up and for whatever reason  managed to weasel into our house. We found he got along quite well with our original 3 but of course was let out and disappeared. During this time we began talking to our new neighbors and found out he belonged to them. He continued to show up at our house wanting in and began staying longer and longer periods of time until eventually he never left. Unfortunately the neighbors' other cat did the same thing. You can see them in the picture below. That, however is another story.

When you have animals you have kids, plain and simple. At one point all the cats starting sleeping with us and Lil Bits was no exception. He favored my husband and followed him wherever he went. If my husband went outside he went too. He made sure to be home when my husband got off work and always came running when he saw our trucks pull up. It was quite comical to see him run when called in for dinner as he had an odd wiggly run due to previous hip surgery.Sadly over a week ago my husband let him out for the night and he didn't return. We thought that he just decided to be wild for awhile but still no Lil Bits.

My husband put his jacket on the chair and it officially became Lil Bits' spot.

I tried being hopeful about him being missing but I have to be logical.We live in a rural area where a lot of dogs just run around. I found 2 pitbulls laying at my front door once, both sound asleep! I have never been so heartbroken over an animal in my life. My husband is even worse since he's a big softie.

Both sound asleep.

Has any of you lost a pet or had one disappear? Did they ever reappear? Ugh... I may be a crazy cat lady...

Fall Goodies

 Just listed some new goodies and will be listing more all this week. Mama needs some cash for a vacay with the hubby. xoxo

Love me some CHANEL!

1970s GEOFFREY BEENE

SONIA RYKIEL

HANAE MORI

Pre 1976 GIORGIO di SANT'ANGELO

 CHECK OUT THE BACK!!!!!

HANAE MORI

Vintage Couture

     If you love vintage fashion and your closet is in need of some new threads then set aside some computer time on Sept 20th for a fantastic online auction brought to you by Leslie Hindman Auctioneers!
      It seems as though I'm always on the computer looking for unique vintage clothing and about a year ago I stumbled onto said auction house and was beyond thrilled at their offerings. Glamorous evening gowns, runway jewelry and more than a few Hermes bags are among their usual offerings. It seems they've been holding their famed vintage couture auctions twice a year for more than a few years now (Where have I been?!) and the next one is right around the corner. What makes this one so exciting for me is that I sent in some of my own items. I have bought from plenty of auction house including Leslie Hindman, but NEVER sold at any! Some items will go into the THOUSANDS but if you have a keen eye and are fast on the mouse, you could score some beautiful pieces! For more information go to the Leslie Hindman website.

A Chanel Gripoix Goldtone and Cabochon Sautoir,
with round poured glass spacers. Stamped: Chanel.

A Coppola e Toppo Green Beaded Jabot Style Necklace,
with fringe throughout detail. Labeled: Coppola e Toppo.

An Hermes Navy Blue Box Leather Constance,
1981,
with gold hardware, blindstamp K. Stamped: Hermes Paris.
23 x 18 cm (9 x 7 inches.)

A Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk,
probably 1930s,
with fitted interior compartments. Stamped: Louis Vuitton.
40 x 20 x 22 inches.

A Halston Red Silk Evening Gown,
with matching self belt at waist. Labeled: Halston.

HEE HEE..this one's mine.

An Yves Saint Laurent Purple and Red Lurex Evening Gown,
deep V at back. Labeled: Yves Saint Laurent.

A Chanel Couture Orange Silk Two Piece Evening Ensemble,
with a corset top, very full skirt. Labeled: Chanel/72443.

A Purple Mink Stole.

Property from the Estate of Joan Vass, New York, New York