Perfect Day.

I haven't had a good camera outing in quite a while, so I was really happy to see the sun out today.  Yes, it was freezing (as in 24 degrees), but it was a pretty day.  Unless you are here to experience it, you'd think this was just another lazy day at the beach, but it was far from it.  It was a jump out, take a few pictures, run back to the car kind of a day.  I saw quite a few die-hard runners out there, and was a little shocked to see some kind of sailboat race on Lake Michigan.  Seriously.

 I got some great, great shots today.  I braved the bitter cold for these.  The boaters, runners and seagulls didn't seem to mind but  I was suffering...it took me three times in and out of the car to get them all.  Totally worth it!  I also made the obligatory thrift store stop.  I went to a new place called Green Element Resale.  This store was packed with a little of everything.  I didn't spend a lot of time there because I was illegally parked, but I will definitely go back.  Why did I do that?  Because we have these parking boxes here and the nearest one was around the corner, and it was COLD.  So I parked in front and kept one eye on the curb.

Beaded flower arrangement.  I absolutely LOVE it.  I tried to stand it on the dash, but it's too big.  Working on that.  It's very "bendy".  Fun!

Chief Yahoo electric tonic bottle.  Not sure if this is a reproduction.  It has a pontil mark.  Need to do some research!

Vintage Mainstreet down coat.  I love this coat, but it's too small.  I bought it anyway.  It's warm, not bulky, super lightweight and stylish.  I am SO MAD that I can't wear it.  It's the perfect layer for a hot-flashing girl like me!

 I took these pictures in the car.  I couldn't wait.  This is all I bought today, but I am loving these  unique items and I can't wait to use them. (Except for that darn coat.)  

I've been thrifting more than usual, and have a lot of catching up to do, as far as pictures and posting are concerned.  Here are a few of my recent finds:

Woven Born Boots.  I know, they're amazing.

I found this Pendleton suit last week.  It is in PERFECT condition.  Some lucky size 4 lady is going to be struttin' in style!  Pay no attention to the leash on the doorknob.  Remember:  this is not my house!

Talbots dress, found at the Free Store.  Yes!  My niece says it's ugly.  Is that a challenge?

Nature pics and thrift store finds.  I'm so predictable.