January 2, 2012

resolved.

Sparkly Shirt: Jennifer Lopez (via Kohls.) Jeans/White Button up: The Loft.  Blazer: H&M.  Pearls: Thrifted.  Oxford Shoes: Payless.

I’m not usually one of those people who makes New Year’s Resolutions.

I try not to devise extra situations in which to feel guilty for not being everything I want to be.



But last year I made a few, and I actually followed through, so maybe there’s something to them.



January must be special.

I mean it’s my birthday month, so…





Mr. and I have been talking a lot over the last few days about what we want this year to be like.  What our goals are for the forthcoming annual and such.  Here are a few of mine:



1. Get in really good shape.  And lose some weight, like 10 pounds.  Plus whatever else might have hitchhiked onto my thighs during Christmas break.

2. Travel somewhere fabulous.

3. Read a lot of good books.  You know, the kind you can’t put down, but also make you think.

4.  Pray more; read my scriptures longer.

5. Be a more engaged mother.

6. Eat Healthy.

7. Give people a break, myself included.

8. Sleep like at least 6 hours a night.

 9. Do something big.

10. Wear more sparkles. (hey I didn’t say they were all deep.)



Happy New Year.

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  1. LeahJo wrote:

    I’d say a pretty nice set of goals!
    Happy New Year’s to you and your family.

    Posted 1.2.12 Reply
  2. Nikki | The Ginger Diaries wrote:

    You have some great resolutions. I should eat more healthy too and I’m planning on travelling to somewhere fabulous too! I’m hoping you can make them all come true Cori :) and I love that glitter top you are wearing :) x

    Posted 1.2.12 Reply
  3. Erin wrote:

    Love number 10 :) You look beautiful as always! Happy 2012!

    Posted 1.2.12 Reply
  4. Cat wrote:

    Fantastic! Happy birthday month!

    Posted 1.2.12 Reply
  5. Anonymous wrote:

    I love the outfit!

    I’m 5’1″ and 95 lbs, and when I see your pics and other people in life, I always wish I was a few pounds heavier and more feminine looking like you are. Please don’t go crazy with weight loss, because you look really good!

    Posted 1.2.12 Reply
  6. Kristen wrote:

    Hi Cori! I just received my skirt and I LOVE it! It fits perfectly and I can’t wait to wear it on Sunday to Church! Will take a pic and send one if I can find a willing photogragher amongst the men in my house! Mahalo and Happy New Year! ~Kristen

    Posted 1.2.12 Reply
  7. Megan10e wrote:

    You look lovely! How do you get your hair to look so good? I have long brown hair too- what is your routine?!

    Posted 1.2.12 Reply
  8. The Cantelmo Family wrote:

    Love your resolutions!! You look great!

    Posted 1.2.12 Reply
  9. Sarah Hulbert Style wrote:

    Such a cute look, Cori! You had me at sparkles. I’m have some similar goals to numbers 4, 5, and 10. Happy New Year!!! ~Sarah

    Posted 1.2.12 Reply
  10. Katie wrote:

    I recommend the Hunger Games for a great book that makes you think, if you haven’t already read it!

    Posted 1.2.12 Reply
  11. heidi wrote:

    i think this is my favorite use of sparkles i’ve seen! there is something about sequins paired with that structured plaid jacket that works so well, i love it! best to you this year!

    Posted 1.2.12 Reply
  12. Learning wrote:

    I like your resolutions! This was a great outfit also, what a nice way to add sparkles to a day to day outfit ;).

    Posted 1.2.12 Reply
  13. Lindsay wrote:

    Have you ever done a makeup tutorial? Your eye makeup in this post is simply amazing. I would love to learn your tricks!

    Posted 1.2.12 Reply
  14. Daisy wrote:

    Ah, I totally agree with lindsay here above me, I just love how you make your eyes pop! Would love to see a little how to.
    Great resolutions, mine is about losing weight as well (isn’t it always).
    Loving the sparkles, the blazer, the necklace, the hair….everything about this outfit.
    Have a fantastic 2012 Cori, may all your dreams come true! x

    Posted 1.2.12 Reply
  15. Munchie's Mama wrote:

    Seriously love this outfit that you have put together! Thanks for the inspiration!

    Posted 1.2.12 Reply
  16. Rachel Kaylynn wrote:

    I think wearing more sparkles in 2012 is a fabulous idea! Your shirt is the perfect start.

    Posted 1.2.12 Reply
  17. lori wrote:

    i love this.. but where do you have 10 lbs to lose?! you look fabulous :)

    Posted 1.2.12 Reply
  18. makeupandpearls wrote:

    awesome outfit – the blazer is too cute with the elbow patches!

    i have my own list myself… hoping this year i can stay motivated! happy 2012!

    Posted 1.2.12 Reply
  19. Jenn wrote:

    Those are definitely some worthy goals! I still haven’t gotten around to thinking about my goals for the year and we’re already in day 2. But oh well! Maybe I can focus on your last goal of wearing more sparkles because I am in LOVE with your top!

    Posted 1.2.12 Reply
  20. Mauri wrote:

    Love the outfit! I think I could actually pull off some sparkles like this. Love the goal list, it got me thinking about my own.

    Posted 1.3.12 Reply
  21. Nicole Feliciano wrote:

    Great set of goals and great outfit. I’m vowing not to buy anything less than fabulous to add to my closet. This week my fashion feature was all about breaking out of the skinny jean rut. Check it out here:

    http://www.momtrends.com/2012/01/cool-mom-jeans/

    Posted 1.3.12 Reply
  22. caramelchica wrote:

    I love the sequined shirt as a vest! I’d like to be a more engaged mother too.
    ps- 10lbs seems a tad overzealous for someone of your stature!

    Posted 1.3.12 Reply
  23. Elaine wrote:

    That sequined shirt? LOVE.

    Posted 1.3.12 Reply
  24. January wrote:

    What a great set of goals! And LOVE your outfit, especially the sequined shirt!

    Posted 1.3.12 Reply
  25. Lisa wrote:

    I love this sparkle shirt and the H&M blazer. Hello elbow patches! Love that!
    Your resolutions are great. I really only have one and that is to pray more meaningfully.
    Good luck with your resolutions and Happy New Year!

    Posted 1.4.12 Reply
  26. Lindsey A. Turner wrote:

    Love this outfit! You look so pretty! I also want to spend more time with the Lord this year!

    Lindsey Turner
    http://thriftandshout.blogspot.com

    Posted 1.6.12 Reply
  27. auburngirl1998 wrote:

    Just found a very similar sequined top at TJMaxx today. Hoping to find a similar tweed blazer and chunky layered pearl necklace, too. Looking forward to assembling this outfit. You are just so pretty, and I love your fashion sense. Happy New Year!

    Posted 1.7.12 Reply
  28. Allison wrote:

    I just stumbled on your blog from Pinterest, and oh my goodness, I love it! Chic and fabulous, yet affordable and realistic. A fabulous combination in my book!

    Posted 1.12.12 Reply