Wish List Wednesday

Happy Hump Day! My week is going so well, and I hope your's is too! My boyfriend is still in Texas so my German Shepherd, Piper, and I have been spending the week at my parents' house. They have been so incredibly sweet to the both of us, and we are having the best visit! I cannot wait for my boyfriend to come home though! 

Although my boyfriend is on the top of my wish list, here are a couple other things that are as well...

I know that previously I have posted a Fossil Sydney Satchel that is this pattern, but I am just so obsessed! Since I purchased the Sydney Satchel in a different pattern I am really loving on this Sydney Shopper. I was able to see this purse in the store and it is an amazing size for nannying! You can fit all the toys, wet wipes, and other odds and ends that kids may need. Hopefully this pattern will finally make it's way into my closet!

I know, I am obsessed with Fossil! This Long Jade Pendant Necklace would look absolutely perfect with my necklace collection though. Furthermore, this would be a great fall accessory.  Maroon is in this season and can be found throughout many stores. I saw this piece in store and it gorgeous! One day this necklace will be resting around my neck.

I hope you guys have a great rest of the week! Thank you for stopping by Cute Teachings!

Sunday at Express

Today was an absolutely amazing day at work! I got a lot of positive feedback from customers about my outfit. It is so sweet to hear people say I look nice, and even more flattering to have them ask where they can find it. I actually sold my outfit to three customers! Therefore, I thought I should add it to the blog.

My Gray One Eleven Long Side Slit Tee is from Express. My Sexy Stretch Leggings are from Express. My watch was a gift, and is from Fossil. My Sydney Satchel is made by Fossil but purchased at DSW.com. My necklace was a gift, and is from Nigeria. My Chevron Weave Fedora is from Express. My suede booties are from Aldo. I bought these last year and Aldo is not selling them right now. However, they have tons of great booties (some including fringe) that I would just love to have! 

I hope you all have a great start to the week! As always, thanks for stopping by Cute Teachings!

Home Sweet Home

Hello, Boston! I am back in town and loving our sunny, blue skies. I had the most wonderful time in Texas! I wish I could have stayed longer but I am happy to be home. I spent a lot of quality time with my boyfriend and his family. It was absolutely amazing! Now, it is time to get back to work. But first, here are some outfit details that I had during my vacation.

My Black & White Mesh Skirt Fit & Flare Dress is from Express.

I purchased my shoes from the DSW on Washington Street in Downtown Boston. However, when I looked online I found that DSW only sells Coach in stores, not online.

My bracelets come from a combination of various places. The first and third bangles are from Forever 21. They are not sold at the moment but I really enjoy their bangle selection. The second one from the top was made for me by my mother. And the last bangle was a gift given to me for being in my cousin's wedding. My ring was hand-made at a boardwalk in Florida.

My Basic Black Top is from H&M. My ripped jean shorts are from Express. They are not sold online at the moment but they are having a sale on their denim jeans right now. You can either find mine in stores or a similar pair online. I bought my Lucky Brand Emmie flats from Marshalls. My necklace and purse are from Nigeria.

My maxi dress is from Marshalls and was purchased last summer. My top two bracelets were given to me as a gift. I found my bottom bracelet from a yard sale in Maine. My Sydney Satchel is from Fossil but I purchased it from DSW.com.

My striped tee is from Express. My shorts are from Charlotte Russe. I bought both of these items a few summers ago and are not available at this time. My shoes are from Nine West but I bought them from Marshalls. 

My Ray-Bans are from Sunglass Hut. My necklace was hand-made by my mother. My Kimono is from JC Penney. 

My top two bracelets, the bottom bracelet, and my ring were gifts. I bought the large bracelet from Barcelona.  

During the Texas heat I chose to wear basic, diverse outfits and dress them up with some details. I was able to enjoy my time while feeling comfortable and looking cute. I love being home but cannot wait to see where my next trip will be! 

Thanks for stopping by, Cute Teachings!

Wish List Wednesday & Vacation Purchases

My time in Texas is almost coming to an end! I have had such an amazing time here, and do not want to go home. I will be enjoying my last day here with my boyfriend's wonderful family. They have been so kind and welcoming! They took me to Downtown Houston and we saw some beautiful parks and best of all, the Galleria Mall. I wish I could have left there with everything!

I wanted to take a little time to bring you my Wish List Wednesday. I only have a couple things in mind this week. First, I am in desperate need of a new journal! I like to write rough drafts of my blog posts in a notebook and then edit them before I publish my work. Here are a couple journals that caught my eye. All of these notebooks are Kate Spade and can be found at The Paper Store.

The first notebook on the top left can be found at Kate Spade Spiral Notebook.

The second notebook on the top right can be found at Kate Spade "Little Gold Book".

The third notebook on the bottom left can be found at Kate Spade "Eat Cake" Journal.

The fourth notebook on the bottom right can be found at Kate Spade Large Notebook.

Right now I am writing in an old, beaten up notebook. These journals would definitely get me inspired! A new notebook is always a great purchase and these Kate Spades are adorable and affordable!

Next on my list is the Fossil Original Boyfriend Watch. This leather watch comes in many colors, but I am in love with the olive green! 

 I like the way this casual watch gives off a tomboy vibe. It would give a little edge to my outfits. The leather band is perfect for nannying and working retail. The watch will move with you and will not constrict. Whether my day includes running around with the kids, or knocking on fitting room doors. I can look cute and fashionable, while knowing that I have a quality product that will work with me. 

Furthermore, the gold and silver tones are perfect for this interchangeable watch. You can wear the durable leather band during your work day and dress it up with a silver, gold, or colorful leather band at night. The interchangeable quality to this Fossil watch is one of the many reasons I have my eye on this gorgeous piece.

I have had the most incredible time here in Texas! I enjoyed walking around the Galleria Mall and First Colony Mall. The First Colony Mall is a great mall that has stores indoors and out. It is the perfect outing for a casual, sunny day. During one of my trips there I was able to purchase an item that I had on last week's Wish List Wednesday! Originally I was looking to buy the blue/violet Ray-Ban Aviators, however, I fell in love with these green & gold shades! I found these Ray-Bans at the Sunglass Hut located at the First Colony Mall. While talking with my boyfriend's sister I discovered that polarized sunglasses provide more protection against harmful UV rays than non-polarized ones. The blue/violet aviators did not come polarized but thankfully the green ones did! If you are going to spend the money on a nice pair of sunglasses, I would consider investing in polarized ones. My other vacation purchase, that I found at the First Colony Mall, was a Vera Bradley Cosmetic Bag. I bought this because I did not have a travel bag to keep all my Nigerian necklaces safe. I am in love with bag for so many reasons! The ruffles are adorable, the shape is perfect, and this design is by far my favorite from Vera Bradley. I am so happy with my purchases this week!

This week has been a blast! I am so excited to have bought something from my previous wish list. Hopefully I will be able to visit Texas again soon! 

As always, thanks for stopping by Cute Teachings!

Traveling to Texas

My countdown to vacation has ended and I am finally in Texas!! I could not be more excited! However, I was thinking about a question the boys' father once asked me. He mentioned how, many people count down the days to vacation because they cannot wait to get away from their place of work and the daily stresses of their jobs. He asked if that were the case for me. Without hesitation I responded "no." I love my job and my relationship with the boys. Every day I go to work with a positive attitude, because I am excited for all the fun the day has in store. Hopefully my readers feel the same about their careers! I had a vacation countdown for two reasons. One, between Express and nannying I work, on average, a total of sixty-three hours a week. I love both my jobs but it feels nice to take a break every once in a while. Two, I get to spend time with my boyfriend's family! His sister lives in Texas and his parents live in Africa. I do not get to see them as much as I would like to. During this trip I will be staying with them at the house he spent most of his teen years. I cannot wait to be shown around and learn a little more about him and a state I have never been to. It is important to slow down and spend quality time with those you love, or just to have time to yourself. 

As a nanny, your vacation affects many individuals and their schedules, especially the children. It is important to keep this in mind. I felt bad leaving the kids and my dog but sometimes it has to be done. The best you can do is let them know ahead of time that you won't be there for a certain amount of days. It's important, and part of a nanny's job, to make transitions as smooth as possible. That being said, don't not take vacation time because you feel guilty for leaving. The kids will miss you, but rest is important. Especially when it comes to working with children! A run down nanny is not the best nanny.

Now, let's talk about the "perfect" outfit for traveling. I have not found one yet. My boyfriend is a veteran flyer and I am still a rookie. I am still figuring out the do's and don'ts of traveling by air. For example, I wore my Lucky Brand flats for comfort, but needed to take off my shoes for security. Walking around barefoot was not ideal for me. Furthermore, for this flight I especially wanted to look cute but casual. I was meeting my boyfriend's abuelas once I landed! They speak Spanish and know very little English. I wanted to make sure that I looked nice for the first impression. I think I was able to come up with a presentable outfit that was still comfortable for traveling. 

My shirt and shorts are from Forever 21. My watch and purse are from Fossil. However, I bought the purse from DSW. My ring is from Lia Sophia. My shoes are Lucky Brand but purchased from Marshalls. My necklace was a gift and came from Nigeria.

Let me know how you like to dress while traveling, and your favorite destinations! As always, thanks for stopping by Cute Teachings!

Wish List Wednesday

Happy Hump Day! I hope you all are having as great a week as I am. I've had so much fun playing with the boys! Monday they spent their day running through the sprinkler in their backyard and on Tuesday we went to see the Minion Movie! The movie was so cute and we were lucky enough to go with my sister, the two girls she nannies, and my mom. One of the main reasons why I love being around children is it reminds me of when I was young. This week definitely brought me back to the simplicity of childhood. There was a lot of dirty feet, sticky hands from Popsicles, and smiles. Aside from my time with the boys I have been packing for my trip to Texas. I leave tomorrow and could not be more excited to venture out to a new state.

I have taken a little break from packing to bring you my Wish List Wednesday! Every Wednesday I will be making a wish list of items I would love to have in my closet. Let me know if you're crushing on the same pretty pieces!

I want to begin with a celebrity outfit. Although I can appreciate Kylie Jenner's look, we usually do not share the same style. Mine is more boho and her's is more modern. But I have to say, I am in love with the over-sized flannel dress she rocked last week. What really caught my eye about this dress was the way it flowed. It is cute while still being comfortable to wear while running around with the kids. In my mind, flannels are always a fall most!

Next on my list is my summer obsession...sunglasses! I don't own a pair of nice sunglasses, but I would absolutely love to. That said, I have my eye on a couple of Ray Bans. I like the blue/violet mirror Aviator Flash Lenses and the blue/gray classic Clubmaster Fleck. Hopefully one of these will be mine soon!

The third item on my wish list is a pair of New Balance casual sneakers. Last Christmas I traveled to Barcelona with my boyfriend's family. While we were there, his sister and I saw New Balance sneakers everywhere! At first we were so surprised. But by the end of the trip we were vowing to each other that we would own a pair. Sure enough, the trend hit the states. My boyfriend's sister bought a pair in green but I still have yet to get mine. For me, comfortable sneakers are a must when it comes to nannying. If you work with children, who wouldn't love this trend? You get to wear cute, comfortable sneakers while still being trendy! 

Lastly, I end with a Fossil Sydney Crossbody. This new pattern reminds me of the 70's trend that is happening right now. Let me just say, if I were born in the 70's I would be in all my glory. I am excited this trend is making a comeback! I chose the crossbody because I recently bought one of Fossil's Sydney Satchels. I loved the shape and look of the bag but would love a little diversity. Plus, purses are my shopping weakness. The petite, yet spacious, size of this bag makes the pattern add just enough to an outfit without being too much. The purse's light weight, and Fossil's amazing quality, make it a perfect purchase for any hard working nanny! Not to mention Fossil's excellent customer service. Not only are the purses fashionable and durable, but Fossil will repair damages that may occur to the bag during its use. Fossil produces reliable purses that are great for any nanny and her busy day!

This season is all about old trends making a comeback! Let me know what you thought about my wish list, and what would be on yours. Thanks!

Sunday happenings! Welcome to my first post!

Welcome, and happy Sunday! 

Sundays are typically the day to relax. This morning, I had my routine of Nespresso and taking my German Shepherd, Piper, on a walk. Afterward, I had a couple errands to run before heading to my night shift at Express. 

I began my day getting a mani/pedi! Typically I tend to lean more towards water color when choosing a paint. Today was different though. On Thursday I am traveling to Texas to attend my boyfriend's sister's college graduation! She will be graduating from Texas A&M!! A&M's school colors are maroon and white so I wanted to show my support and school spirit! I usually get my nails done on Newbury Street, however, I found a hidden gem during my morning walk in South Boston. I got my shellac manicure and regular pedicure from Lan Nail Salon and loved it! They did great work and offered excellent customer service. Furthermore, on certain days you can get great deals and save some money. 

Once I was done getting my nails done I headed over to Sephora to pick out some new lipstick! Now, I have to be honest, I have never been one to wear lipstick. I usually only wear eye makeup. However, lately I've been wanting to add a little something extra to my look. I ended up choosing Sephora's collection of lipstick. I found that it was long lasting and had a nice feel to it. I bought Vintage Pink, for a subtle but cute day to day use, and Pure Red for special nights out.

I had a great morning and felt relaxed by the time I needed to get ready for work. As I was getting ready though, I realized that I had no idea what to wear today. As always, I checked the weather. Boston was only in the low 70's. I decided to check Express' Instagram and found an outfit that I really liked! I felt inspired! I decided to replicate it and add my own style. It made for a simple, Sunday afternoon outfit.

I wore Express' black jean legging, Express' brown leather belt, and H&M's black jersey top. My purse is Aldo's leather crossbody from last year. My necklace is from Nigeria. And, since I was working a five hour shift, I wore my Lucky Brand copper tone Emmie flats. 

Overall, it was a fun Sunday! I am so excited to see where this journey takes me! I hope you all had a relaxing Sunday and thanks for stopping by!