confession: I haven't changed out of my pajamas since Tuesday afternoon, due to being sick. Lovely.

confession: I finally watched Despicable Me (Yes, I know I'm a little late to the party ;)) and pretty much died laughing. If you haven't seen it yet, I strongly encourage you to watch it as soon as possible!

confession: I hate midterms. That is all.

confession: I've been feeling so uncreative lately, especially when it comes to blogging and photography (even though I just got a new lens, which I neglected to tell you about...sorry!). And it's really frustrating.

confession: I owe y'all an apology. When I wrote the note about "confessions" at the end of this post, I was upset because I felt people were stealing my ideas. After reading all your comments on that post, I realized that I was overreacting. While I can assure you that I didn't copy the confessions idea from someone else, I know that others have thought of something similar before.
So, if you were inspired by my blog, I would still love it if you'd link to me, but I'm not going to be so offended anymore.

confession: I hate midterms. Oh wait. I think I already mentioned that.

confession: I find it a bit hilarious that Oklahomans don't really know how to handle snow. We got about two inches of snow yesterday and everyone freaked out. All the schools and many places were closed down for both yesterday and today. (Note: I'm not a native Oklahoman ;))

confession: When I actually take the time to paint my nails, it doesn't last long at all. I can keep the polish on for, at the very most, about a week. I can't resist chipping the paint off! Am I the only one with this affliction?

confession: I'm rather sick of winter at the moment. Sure, it's pretty (at least when it snows), but I'm ready for light skirts, sandals, being able to go outside without a jacket, spring weather...I can't wait.

Do you have any confessions?

-carlotta

PS Don't forget to enter my photo challenge!

You may have seen this photograph on embrace, but I couldn't resist using it for on cloud nine...it's one of my favorite shots of the week. I knew I had to try spelling out a word after I saw this picture - and my One Word for 2011 seemed like the logical word to use. I highly suggest you try this!


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Is there a photo that makes you happy? One that warms your heart or tells a funny story? One that puts you on cloud nine? Here's your chance to share it! 

Just put up a post on your blog containing one photo that you've taken. You can add as much or as little text as you would like along with it. After writing your post, come back here to link up - you have until Thursday at 9:59pm CST to do so. Don't forget to link back to me so others can join in, whether it be via the above button or a link. :) And remember to visit others' photos as well! 
-carlotta
PS Don't forget to enter my photo challenge! You have until Sunday the 23rd :)

(I'm not doing the "a-okay" sign...it's just me being my crazy self ;))

Top: Target

Sweater: Target

Jeggings: American Eagle (they look black in these photos, but they're dark blue)

Pumps (not pictured): Payless

I love floral (that is, floral that's not from the seventies or eighties). It's so fun and cheery...I can have my own little patch of bright blooms in the middle of a stark winter.

The top I'm wearing has become one of my favorites - I found it the other day while going through my closet (closet shopping is the best ;)). I bought it last fall, but for whatever reason I'd only wore it once or twice since purchasing it. I can't get enough of it now.

What's your favorite pattern of the moment?

-carlotta

Ready for another photo challenge? The theme for this time is people. While photographs of vegetation and other inanimate objects are beautiful, there's something about a wonderful picture of a person that can't be beat.

I know I've shared this photo at least two times before, but it's definitely one of my favorite shots. I love the lighting and Lilly's soulful expression.

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Want to join? Just write a post containing a favorite photo that you've taken, then come back here and link up! Feel free to grab the above button as well - just make sure you have some sort of link to me so others can participate as well :) One entry per person please...if you have several photos in your post, please specify which one you are entering. And don't forget to visit at least three other entries!
The challenge ends one week from today, Sunday, January 23rd, at 9:59pm.

Have fun! I can't wait to see all your beautiful images :)


The winner of my giveaway a few weeks ago never responded, so I got to pick a new winner!

The winner of the giveaway is...

Laney! Congratulations Laney! Send me an email and we'll get your necklace to you as soon as possible :)

And now about my new blog. I've decided that I'm going to start project 365 again. Last year, I started, but I  chickened out and didn't finish. But this year, I'm determined to finish. I know I can do this. I'd love if you'd check out embrace (named after my One Word for 2011)!

Have a wonderful day!

-carlotta