Only Chocolate Will Do

Today was "One Of Those Days".  I don't want to get into it but wanted to blog about what the cure would be: CHOCOLATE.  Most preferably, Chocolate Mousse!  I first learned of Dove Discoveries while attending my first BlogHer Conference earlier this year.  They had reps & samples all over the San Diego Convention center.  I've been following Dove Discoveries on Twitter and always check out their yummy recipes.  This is actually a picture of a mix that they sell. Easy. I want!

Source: dove-chocolate-discoveries.com via LifebyCynthia on Pinterest

Please send chocolate my way! 

Kooba

It may seem that I've been shopping a bit. But I really haven't been spending all that much.  I am pretty conservative when it comes to spending. Once in a while I will treat myself.  Today was one of those days.  I've been wanting a new purse but holding off.  I have to break the habit of allowing our son's diaper bag to be my purse.  I have several favorite bags in my collection, as many ladies that I know do.  I am not obsessed with purses though, because for some it can be an addiction.  I do like a nice, quality bag.  I prefer understated, classic styles versus the overly monogrammed  styles. I was in market for a black purse. Found one.  I have been eyeballing Kooba for a while, and may be getting one....Does anyone have a Kooba bag? Love?

I couldn't bring myself to pay the original price but with this sale I'm finding it a little hard to resist:
Was: $525.00
Now: $185.97
65% OFF
Kooba Anya Satchel  

Online Shopping Justified: With Cooler Weather, I NEEDED a Jacket (OR 2)

Confession: I shopped. With the anticipation of cooler weather, I purchased a new leather jacket. I had donated my former buttery soft leather jacket a couple of years ago. Last winter I was pretty warm with our bun in the oven so didn't find much need for a jacket.

Over the weekend my niece and I met with a Professional Stylist for an event held in one our local malls.  A colored leather jacket was on of the recommendations made for me. I will post the outfit designed for me when I find a bit more time.

I found a similar jacket by one of my favorite designers:  Michael Kors.  I can hardly wait until it arrives!

Michael Kors Double Zip Leather Jacket in Gunmetal

•Stand collar.
•Exposed dual-zip closure at front.
•Four front zip pockets.
•Snap flap hand pockets.
•Long sleeves with two-snap cuffs.
•Straight back yoke.
•Fully lined.
•Shell: 100% leather;
•Lining: 100% cotton.
•Length: 23 in


I was on a roll and found another MK jacket that I liked and would be better suited for rainy days.

Michael Kors Oil Cloth Army Jacket

•This sleek jacket is purely timeless.
•Shiny jacket with zip closure & self-fabric belt.
•Attached hood hides away in the collar when not in use.
•Four military-inspired pockets along the front with button snap flap pockets.
•Long sleeves with snap cuffs.
•Adjustable drawstrings at the hem for style and comfort.
•Shell: 49% polyester, 45% cotton, 6% metal.
•Lining: 100% acetate.