Skirting the issue- Day 11

The fact that we were asked to wear a skirt or a dress wasn't really an issue for me.  I really love dresses and skirts.  The problem for me was which one I was going to chose.  Should I wear some of my ol' reliables, wear another thing that doesn't get much wear time....what?

So I chose my remix skirt.

I paired it with a newer top and took some pictures.



Top: Rue 21; Necklace: Maurices; Skirt: CK; Shoes: Ross



But then I realized I wore a very similar outfit on day 1 of this challenge.

Something different had to be done.  After all, isn't that the point of this whole challenge?

So instead I chose to mix it up just a little bit.

This time I added one of my favorite tops to the mix.  I should add that I've never worn these two pieces together before because I've never gone out on the limb to mix patterns until this challenge.



Top: Anthropologie; Attitude: fake....all the rest is the same

I really like the second take.  The only thing that could and most likely will be different is I will wear a cardigan outside of the house.....I just couldn't because it is so warm today.

Day 20

{A recipe I'd like to share}

This weekend I received my new apron (it was love at first sight) from Anthropologie (a store I love to love).  The reason I'm telling you this is that it has made me want to start cooking again ( I went on a brief hiatus) just so I can wear it.  So.... in addition to the recipe for Artichoke dip there will be a picture of me in my apron near the artichoke dip. Cuz' I can.  It's a win-win-win situation. 





Artichoke Dip with artisan bread, salami, apples and Ace Perry Hard cider

Artichoke Dip

• 2 packs cream cheese
• 1 can artichoke in brine or water (not marinated)
• 1/2 cup light mayo
• 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
• 2-3 cloves minced garlic

Combine all in a mixer or with beaters.  Bake at 375 degrees F for 30 minutes or so, or put in crock pot for 2 hours.  Serve with crackers, bread, salami, etc.  Enjoy!



Yay for the apron!