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March 8, 2011

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I know you are dying to know what I am wearing today.  You probably wonder everyday, don’t you?  Today, I am sporting extremely fashion-forward black leggings.  Maternity ones (I’m not even pregnant).  Hot-t.  A plain black t-shirt that I cut the neck line to make it a scoop neck back when I didn’t care who saw my bra straps (aka 2004ish).  Good thing I have my vintage American Eagle, completely faded zip-up to hide what that scoop neck is baring (2006 is vintage, isn’t it?). 
must clean that mirror today
No shoes needed.  
No jewelry needed.  
Don’t be jealous that I have the best job.
(I’m pretty sure I’m supposed to say something like “kthanxbye” right here.  
Also, I forgot to put everything in lowercase letters.)

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  1. ahahaha This is funny Jules. I hate the lowercase letter thing. I can’t believe your still rockin clothes from 2004. Girl…you’re gorgeous! Looking at your pics makes me feel fat!

  2. Amy says:

    oh.my.word. too funny! fave part: “i’m pretty sure I’m supposed to say something like “kthanxbye” right here.” love it. better than any fashion blog. way to go.

    and thanks for the comment on my blog :)

  3. Hi Julia. Just found your blog through several mutual friends’ blogs. I wanted to tell you how much I appreciate your honesty, it is so refreshing! I absolutely love your decorating style. And I’m determined to transform some of my old pillows into that gorgeous ruffle pillow you made, so inspiring. I want to surround myself with genuine blogs, and yours won me over in a matter of seconds.
    Thanks!

  4. Leslie says:

    Hahaha! Love it. And I also loved your post about the things that but you, bc I totally agree with you. Fashion blogs…ugh, get over yourself. Glee…hate that stupid show. Utah drivers…worst drivers ever! Glad to see that there are other people that share the same opinions as me.

  5. I love this! hahaha I’m rockin a pretty hot ensemble today too…. maybe I should post it. hahaha There is this blog I check sometimes where she posts her outfits and then asks people to leave a comment telling her what they think about it… maybe you should do that. :) Love it.

  6. Meagan says:

    OH MY GOSH>>>>>>

    I told Ryan our plan and he goes, You know you’re gonna hurt your friends feelings…..

    (roll eyes)

    So YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank YOU for doing this and still making me feel like I said the WHOLE post. I’ll have him read it and say, DITTO.

    BEST ever. I’m loving your whole new attitude on the blog. The truth feels SO good sometimes.

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