Wow, do you all know how to make a girl feel so very special!! You all amaze me in the best possible way. I know you are out there day after day, but sometimes I forget just how many of you are out there who stop by here and faithfully read and support my blog, day after day, week after week. I am so very grateful that you all have such heartfelt thoughts of me and my blog and my life that you take the time to share your beautiful sentiments on my happy news. Thank you so much!! I want you to know that I read every single comment that comes in here and I don’t miss a one! Every one of them means so much to me that you care and express that so well. Thank you a million times over for your sweet hearts, all of you!
It’s overwhelming to me at times how much love and support comes pouring into my blog from my readers, y’all are the best, do you know that? I can’t even express enough how much it means to me personally that you are so happy for Mark and me and our exciting news. And the heartfelt prayers for my dad right now mean to much to my family. It makes me cry to think about it. You all have poured out your hearts and your prayers over my daddy right now and we can’t thank you enough. It’s been a bittersweet time for me. I’m so happy for Mark and my future plans, but it also hurts my heart that my Daddy is not doing well. We are so hopeful that he will turn the corner towards wellness and getting his strength back again. I’ll do an update post on him tomorrow and I wish I had more encouraging news, but it just hasn’t been a fast recovery at all. Many of you have warned me that it’s slow going and it certainly is that!
For Fashion over 50 today, it’s just sharing some that I’ve shared before. I’m not dressing up much these days with all that’s going on. I’ve been at the new house getting contractors working on floors and we have paint contractors getting started this month too, so it’s just a busy time for me and I’m barely getting out of yoga pants and workout clothes to look very decent these days. But I did manage to get sort of presentable a couple of times recently.
This is a turquoise top from Glamour Farms that I got last year and shared. Their styles change often, so it won’t be around this year. I do like these bell sleeves that are popular now and those type tops are plentiful to find.
White jeans are old Target jeans that I’ve had forever. They just keep going. White flats are by Guess and they style is Juliann, but I can’t find them out there anymore, since I bought them last year.
Casual and comfy, although longer sleeves are a bit hot this time of year, this one is good in the A/C.
I’ve shared this jewelry before too, it came from the Mart a couple of years ago and I’ve really enjoyed these pieces.
Mark and I had a new house celebratory dinner in downtown Acworth last Friday night (ate at Fusco’s by the way) and I wore this casual shorts outfit with the black and white off the shoulder top I’ve shared before from Rosegal (affiliate link). This top is sold out, I think but you can check out the website. Warning, it’s not really great quality stuff, but this little top is fine for a summer.
I got those white denim shorts last year too online, brand is Liverpool jeans company. Here’s a page from Amazon (affiliate link) with a lot of this brand’s Bermuda denim shorts.
Jana Sandals from Target (affiliate link). I’ve so enjoyed these pewter metallic sandals and get a lot of wear out of them. They still have these in several colors this season too. You can see I’m sporting my new ring too! No more keeping secrets from you!
I recently picked up this bangle set at, of all places, the hospital Women’s Center shop when we were at the hospital with dad for a few days. They have clothing, jewelry, purses and more right there in the Women’s Center. My sis bought a purse and I got these bangles for a whopping $6 (1/2 price sale!). Great addition to my black and white obsession!
That’s it for today! I’ll be back tomorrow with an update on Daddy. It’s been up and down this week and we are hoping for more UP days soon!
So will be get to see a “Bridal Fashion Over 50” post? I’m sure you’ll both look fabulous in what ever you decide to wear on your big day! My husband and I eloped too (at 48 and 67!) and it was wonderful and romantic with just the two of us. We’re celebrating our 6th anniversary next month. God Bless you both and I’m still praying for your sweet Daddy!
Hi,Julia, yes I will share what I’m wearing for our wedding day. I bought a dress from Nordstrom and it’s perfect for what I wanted. I’ll do a post before the day and share it with y’all and of course, when I get the wedding pics back, I’ll share those too. Good for you too on your marriage! Never too old for love to strike!
Hi Rhoda, sending prayers and good thoughts to your entire family. I don’t remember if your readers know how you and Mark met. Can you tell us more about that handsome man?
Sue, we met on E-harmony and I have mentioned that once before when I talked about dating in older years in a post awhile back. I will definitely be sharing more about Mark and will get the OK with how much he wants me to share. He’s such a sweetheart and I am thrilled that we found each other, we are a good match!
Rhoda,
I worked in a hospital for 22 years in a doctor’s office. I loved all the beautiful things in there and bought some wonderful items. I also tried to remember some people were in there with heavy hearts and I tried tried to be pleasant when shopping and offer a smile. Love your blog and your outfits look nice!
If you only knew how often I tried to focus and enlarge the pics that showed your left hand. ?
I do hope that makes you laugh.
I’m looking forward to hearing about the flooring for your basement; I’ve had water in mine a couple of times and now it’s concrete waiting for me to decide.
Still praying for all of you.
Karen, yes you gave me a good chuckle today! I’m glad the secret is out and I don’t have to hide that hand anymore, I’m a proud wearer of the ring. I’ll give you an update soon on the basement flooring, it’s actually going to be the same one I put in my current den space on concrete, Shaw Floors Floorte. It’s waterproof so should be the perfect thing in a basement that might have water sometime. Stay tuned!
I am not surprised that Mark fell madly in love with you and wanted to marry you! I knew it from the first photo of you two! I love that turquoise top and the longer sleeves would not bother me as I do not have great arms like you. Sending both congratulations and prayers your way.
As always Rhoda you look beautiful! You could wear a gunny sack and make it look good with your accessories. Dad’s birthday card is in the mail. Still praying for your Dad and your Mom. I know this has been especially hard on her. Looking forward to your update. I told your Dad that as a senior, we just don’t heal as fast as the young folks but we get there. Sending you all (((((hugs)))).
So happy to hear your wonderful love life news and hoping that your Dad is on the mend.
I have followed you on Instgram for some time and just yesterday signed up to receive your emails. I read your bio and just wanted to tell you that you are an inspiration. Wishing you all the best with your engagement and new home. i’m looking forward to following along . congratulations !
HI, Beth, oh thank you so much! I’m so happy to be where I am now and so excited for this next chapter in life.
Rhoda, you look so lovely in your outfits! Keeping you all in our prayers!
Glad your dad is better! I don’t think I realized how long recovery takes as we age. I had not went through it first hand until May of this year. We had gone to Indiana for the weekend, and two days after getting home I got one of those nasty intestinal bugs! Previously I would bounce back by the end of the next day, but boy not this time!! It was FIVE days later.. I was starting to get worried, I’m not 60 yet!! But good to know.. ( for next time) lol
Hi congratulations on your new home and your marriage I have followed you for a while when I have the time , but you are in such good health and shape I was wondering if you could share your diet and exercise routine ? Thank you , prayers to your dad too