Walmart Finds

Over spring break I took a trip to Walmart in Troy, which is sort of a long story that doesn’t really matter here, so…. I’m gonna skip the story and get right to the goods.

Time and Tru Flutter Sleeve Dress

I originally fell in love with the purple version of this dress when I saw it on an influencer, but when I was walking through the store in Troy, I saw the blue on the rack and scooped it right up. It’s loose, you pull it right over your head, it has pockets, it comes in four colorways, and it’s $15.88. I’m going to be wearing this a lot this spring and summer. It’s cute with sneakers, sandals, and heels. I haven’t seen it in our Walmart, but it’s linked here. It fits TTS and is definitely longer on me as you can see at the top of the page. I imagine the model here is 5’9 or 5’10 making it look much shorter.

Time and Tru Braided Low Block Heel Sandals

These nude heels are right on trend with the puffy, braided, quilted look. They will elevate any look be it a dress or jeans and a tee. I think these are a great way to try out a fun trend without breaking the bank. They’re just $20! They don’t come in half sizes, so I decided to size up the half size, and they fit perfectly. The low heel means they are comfortable and can be worn for many occasions and longer lengths of time. I haven’t seen these in our Walmart either, but I linked them for you here. With most ankle strap shoes, I usually get a blister or at least some irritation. That’s why you must get the Body Glide anti-chafing stick. I know it’s meant for your thighs, but trust me on this one. You’ll never have another blister if you apply this before putting your shoes on.

Time and Tru Leopard Flats

These flats have been in circulation for quite some time in most Walmart stores, and I do believe we still have some in our store. I found my size on clearance for $5.00 in the Troy store (found online here for $9) and figured I could wear them now or save them for next fall/winter. They fit TTS and even come in wide width and in a plethora of colors. Leopard is a neutral in my opinion, so I’ll always want a pair of leopard flats. These have a pointed toe but still feel casual. Check your local store if these interest you and you want the clearance price. $9.00 is a fair price, though, in my opinion.

Cover Girl Last Blast Clean Mascara

Why is finding a good mascara so hard? I feel like I’ve tried so many and still haven’t found one I’m loyal to. I mean, I’ve been wearing makeup on a daily basis for nearly twenty years now. It shouldn’t be so difficult. Then throw in that I’m trying to clean up my makeup routine, and things just got even harder! Enter Lash Blast Clean. Now, I’m not raving about this product because it’s only just as good as the rest of the good ones I’ve tried. I don’t love the brush, but that’s my main dislike. The product is actually pretty good. I do apply 2-3 coats to give me longer lashes, but I feel that’s typical for most drugstore mascaras.
If you’re wondering why I don’t use Beautycounter’s mascara, it’s because it just didn’t work for me, and I have tried both kinds…multiple times. However, I know people who love it, but it’s more of a minimalist mascara look, and well, I’m just not really a minimalist kind of gal. 🙂

It wasn’t a big haul, but it packs a punch for this upcoming season. I hope our Walmart gets those dresses soon. They are so much cuter in person! Okay, y’all, go have a good day!

Geoffrey Wood Feather Art

Acquiring art for my home is one of the things I’ve just recently developed a real passion for. I’ve found I have a taste for more original art prints and have started learning about artists that I like. Sure, I still find the occasional print from Hobby Lobby or Home Goods, but I’ve also been on the lookout for artists that fit my taste, and I’ve enjoyed the custom pieces I’ve bought from local artists. For Christmas, I received two pieces from Geoffrey Wood, and I am so happy with them. Take a look.

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Let’s Talk Food

Have you ventured back out into actual restaurants? We haven’t done too much of that here in the Norman house…a few times here and there but for the most part we’ve been sticking to cooking. Pinterest and Half Baked Harvest have been giving me all the ideas lately. I wanted to share some of the better ones we’ve tried and made multiple times.

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What I Read in February

So far this year I’ve read ten books. This time last year I had only read six. My reading goal this year was to read at least one more book than I did last year. I read 39 books in 2020, so I’d say I’m off to a good start. You can see what I read in January 2021 here and here. Let’s dive into the ones I’ve just wrapped up.

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Life Lately

Can you believe we have made it ONE YEAR through this pandemic? I remember this time last year when we were all so scared and stocking up on toilet paper. Thankfully, that toilet paper thing turned out alright! I did have a lot of fear about the virus, though. It took me almost a whole year to actually get it, but now that it’s behind me, I’m glad I’m mostly past it. I still don’t think my taste is 100% back to normal. I can taste almost everything, but there are some things I eat and it just doesn’t taste as good as it once did. Maybe one day… Okay, enough about the virus and the pandemic. Let’s get to some good stuff.

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