to try to celebrate the end of my school-year-of-freedom.....my friend and i went out for shopping & lunch.
we are good at that.
we do it well.
i went a little wild with the cardis at target.
it is a wardrobe staple and i was out.
so i restocked.
before i went into the dressing room....i took my size in every color because they seem to be running low.
by the time i came back to put some back and make decsisions...the rest were gone.
of course there were the XS and S but i wore that in 6th grade.
i just thought it was funny.
i was not the only one who was cardi crazy yesterday.
and we went to sam's club to look for a new trampoline....and i left with a dress for annie instead.....
..............................................
i decided that summer should be brought in with neon pink nail polish with glitter on top....$2 at target.
i call these my princess jasmine flip flops.....
it's my way of saying "summer....i accept you with open arms.....even though i already miss the quiet house"
..............................................
so did you watch the oprah farewells???
i have always had oprah on the dvr in my bathroom.
i could see what was on....decide if it was interesting.....watch or delete.
and now it's over.
as much as i disagree with some of oprah's beliefs....i have to give her credit.
she is amazing.
and she is generous.
just to know where she came from to where she is now.
and to know that she changed our lives....SHE DID.
people treat each other differently than the previous generations...they know how to communicate more clearly because of oprah and her guests.....dr. phil....dr. laura berman....to name a few.
she talked about issues that no one would.
she brought things out of the dark.
she was not afraid to do hard things and ask hard questions and get to the real issue.
really she IS in everyone's world....everyone knows her name and what she stands for.
what an accomplished life she has led so far!
so that's all i wanted to say.
i wanted to acknowledge that she is a truly strong and special person.
and i am so glad that i got to watch her on tv for 25 years.
i can't imagine anyone that could replace her.
and if i am being honest....i will really miss her show.
.............................................
Cute Nail Polish! I just did the same exact thing yesterday to welcome summer! Except mine is purple glitter nail polish. :)
Posted by: Lindsay | May 26, 2011 at 02:29 PM
Seems you and my daughters have similar taste in nail polish... this isn't the first time you've posted a color that we just bought the week before :)
Posted by: amy | May 26, 2011 at 02:42 PM
Love the cardi, annie's new dress {I almost got McKinley the same one...they didn't have her size}, and the nail polish. I will not miss Oprah. Something she said a few years ago completely turned me off of her and now I just can't stand to watch her. One has to agree that she has done lots of good in this world though!!
Posted by: Melissa | May 26, 2011 at 02:42 PM
Love the pink polish & the glitter!! I agree with everything you said about Oprah...I didn't always agree with her, but she helped me. I always said that I could go on her show for a month and never talk about the same story twice. Lots of drama in my family...well, there was...not so much anymore. I haven't watched her regularly in a long time, but I'll miss her. You are my new Oprah....LOL!! Do you feel the pressure Megan? Oprah didn't have very many fun craft ideas anyway.... :)
Posted by: Terrie | May 26, 2011 at 02:48 PM
Summer; ah!
Love the cardi- that color looks great on you! ;)
Posted by: Jaime A. | May 26, 2011 at 02:50 PM
bugs me when s/xs are the ONLY size on the racks...you look super cute in that pic.
also, i will miss oprah. when wilder was a newborn we watched it together; i haven't watched it much since but there was always comfort knowing there was a famous, rich person out there doing lots and lots of good.
Posted by: Mindy Harris | May 26, 2011 at 02:58 PM
also if you need help with the craft retreat (since i am local) feel free to use me as a resource. :-) (like lead a craft or bake something or decorate?). just thought i'd offer!
xoxo
Posted by: Mindy Harris | May 26, 2011 at 02:59 PM
You are so funny! Seriously, I had to tell you just so that you know. Your wit and sarcasm (the bubble thought above your head, for example, is comedy) crack me up! Love how "whatever goes" with you, which I suppose is quite appropriate considering the name of your blog. HA! You brighten my day.
Posted by: Cindy | May 26, 2011 at 03:10 PM
Meg.. you crack me up every day :) Love the pic of you - thats my fave colour. It reminds me of one of those crazy 1950's housewife-cartoon-postcard-pics where she looks all perfect but is thinking totally the opposite - haha! I (heart) Oprah, we are a little behind here in the UK but will flick around online in a little while to check the celebrations.
Our kids still have 2 months before summer break.. weird how much they differ?
Have a swwweeeet day, Kerry x
Posted by: Kerry | May 26, 2011 at 03:11 PM
I thought the Oprah farewell was a really good last episode. It showcased what she's been doing for 25 years. I agree with you that I don't always agree with her completely, but she has done tremendous good. I'm glad the last show wasn't filled with giveaways and surprises. It was the perfect ending. ... And I love the cardis! Might need to run to Target myself.
Posted by: Leah | May 26, 2011 at 03:11 PM
loving the nail polish!
I'm not a big Oprah fan... that's about all I need to say about that. :o)
Posted by: Jodi @ The Un-Soccermom Blog | May 26, 2011 at 03:13 PM
Lovely nail polish!!
Gemma x
Posted by: Gemma | May 26, 2011 at 03:13 PM
Cute dress...may have to pick that one up for my niece...
We had our summer is here lunch and it was good...those are over for a couple of months, but we will still some girls' night out (outs?) to look for forward to...
Posted by: Maria | May 26, 2011 at 03:17 PM
cute post! Our summer has started with a little weather chaos but tomorrow is a new day and I cant wait!
Posted by: Holly | May 26, 2011 at 03:25 PM
Ok Meg....so our closest sams club and target is an HOUR away and i NEVER get to go without a child or both....I have been trying to come up with a bribe for the hubby so I could go to sams and target.....and then today there was this post from you. alas....i am craving target even more! I want that cardi and the nail polish......
Posted by: shannon | May 26, 2011 at 03:25 PM
I just wanted to say how much I've been appreciating you and your special blog lately. Your attitude about life is teaching me much needed lessons. God bless and keep on sharing.
Posted by: Chantelle | May 26, 2011 at 03:30 PM
Love the cardigans, sorry if my other comment sounded like spam. I just was thrilled with what oprah can do.
Posted by: happygirl | May 26, 2011 at 03:34 PM
I appreciate that Oprah gave God the glory at the end of it all.
Posted by: nicole @ deliajude | May 26, 2011 at 03:35 PM
Love the cardi, BUT where is your dress from?
Posted by: Jilly | May 26, 2011 at 03:44 PM
i'm not sure i can give oprah credit for changing our lives. i think she's probably had positive influence on many but also, potentially, horrible influence on those who have looked to her as a 'spiritual' guide. i've watched and even enjoyed over the years but i can't say i'll miss her.
as for her generousity, i don't have any idea what she gives personally. it might be huge. but the gifts she's given over the years on her show were not purchased by her. it's called 'promotional consideration.' if ford gives a focus to 100 audience members the value to them is beyond anything they could get in a 60 second spot. certainly, if nothing else, oprah has used her influence in many positive and generous ways.
i feel kind of like a wet blanket...i don't mean to. i love your blog and think you and your family are adorable.
Posted by: lauren | May 26, 2011 at 03:51 PM
I'm interested in hearing more about Oprah. I don't watch her EVER, but I'd love to hear more....intriguing. She keeps it decent and yes, she has TRULY made a name for herself without taking her clothes off (which seems to be all the rage, that and reality shows, puke puke puke). I like what Nicole said about her giving God the Glory, let the church say...AMEN cause he deserves it. I think she has an honest heart and that speaks to me.
Plus. I am sooooo a believer in cardis they are the perfect outfit polisher. Lata toots.
Posted by: Tiffany | May 26, 2011 at 04:12 PM
duh, annies dress is ke-ute!
Posted by: Tiffany | May 26, 2011 at 04:12 PM
I know this has nothing to do with your post, but may I just say that you have the cutest darn hairstyle ever! I will miss Oprah too. I think she is an amazing woman even though like you I don't agree with everything she says.
Posted by: Valerie @ Chateau A La Mode | May 26, 2011 at 04:36 PM
Me again.. how CUTE is that cushion next to you in the first pic?? I have not seen this one on your blog before? IT IS TOO FLIPPING CUTE!! K x
Posted by: Kerry | May 26, 2011 at 04:39 PM
I brought in Summer with turquoise glittery polish! Totaly agree with everythin you said about OPrah =) well.....tomorrow is it for us....then I a sleeping in until at least 9 every day this Summer.....bring on the lucky charms for breakfast =) heeehee
Posted by: staci amy | May 26, 2011 at 04:41 PM
You crack me up with the cardi's! I'm a proud cardigan wearer as well, and double LOL that you wore the XS in 6th grade!! awesomsauce
Posted by: Jennifer | May 26, 2011 at 05:05 PM
Wait can we go back to the part where you have a dvr in your BATHROOM!? THAT'S INSANE!
Posted by: Stephanie C. | May 26, 2011 at 06:40 PM
Oh and I mean that in the nicest way possible. I'm jealous!
Posted by: Stephanie C. | May 26, 2011 at 06:41 PM
I love the cardi & the nail polish. As for Oprah, for the last couple of years I thought she got a little out there so unless I was very interested in the subject matter I didn't watch. With that said I liked what she said on her last show (yes, I watched it ... it's been 25 years & that's a long time.
Posted by: Kimberly Dial | May 26, 2011 at 07:09 PM
I want that sparkly pink nail polish!!!! I LOVE it! :)
And the cardis? Brilliant. I haven't gotten any!
PS You do not have googly eyes. (But I know what you mean I ALWAYS have googly eyes in pictures!)
Posted by: Courtney Walsh | May 26, 2011 at 07:34 PM
HOT with the darrrrk hair! Your eyes POP!
Oprah is awesome. She did so much for so many...and i'm not talking about her Christmas shows.
I don't see how she could have led people wrong 'spiritually' as one reader sort of mentioned. I think she will continue doing good for the world...I'm also thinking i need me some glitter now ;)
Posted by: karen | May 26, 2011 at 08:36 PM
I just bought the same cardi yesterday!! Unfortunately I wanted that beautiful blue that you have on and they didn't have it in my size so I settled for black but you've got me thinking about that blue and I might just have to check out a couple of more targets in my area...I am very lucky to have at least 4 in a 20 min. radius!! This past fall I started to really like the cardigan for pulling an outfit together and making me feel stylish in a grown-up sort of way!
I will miss Oprah. I was never an addict but always nice to know she was there at 4pm on a cold, dark winters day.
Posted by: BULLYMAMA | May 26, 2011 at 08:45 PM
When you say googly eyes it totally reminds me of googly bear on Monsters Inc! I love Oprah (she is quite controversial in my family..)and think the world truly is a better place because she has been in it. I especially enjoyed the farewell shows~I will miss having her in my dvr too!
Posted by: melissa*320 sycamore | May 26, 2011 at 10:10 PM
LOVE your spirit! Your personality is just so carefree! Wish you could do one of your weekend crafts in ATLANTA! Would love to have you here!
Posted by: ~ Lollipop Doodles ~ | May 26, 2011 at 10:17 PM
I saw that pink glitter polish - I didn't know it was on sale though.
Posted by: julia | May 26, 2011 at 10:32 PM
I think you can replace Oprah :-)
Posted by: Laura Phelps | May 26, 2011 at 10:48 PM
Oh my gosh! That nail polish is SO fantastic! You are so right. It screams HELLO SUMMER : )
I love her little dress. Way better than a trampoline. We need one of those too. I love your pictures and your cardigans. I always liked Oprah because of the kindness thing. I am a fan of anyone that promotes kindness. Anyone at all.
Posted by: Life with Kaishon | May 26, 2011 at 11:11 PM
I really don't like Oprah and I won't miss her show at all.. I'm going to go hide from all the shoes being thrown at my head for saying that. But before I go.. super cute cardi and dress for annie. I'm choosing to sport wild nail polish all summer, no pink at all! tonight's choice was sea blue.
Posted by: bobbie | May 27, 2011 at 12:14 AM
I love your posts. I don't always comment because sometimes I'm in a hurry, reading down my favorite blog list. But I always read your posts and usually come away feeling like I had a fun chat with a dear friend.
I've not watched Oprah more than 2 or 3 times, but I've heard such kind, good things about her. Didn't she just start her very own TV network? I doubt we've seen the last of her :)
Posted by: Stefanie | May 27, 2011 at 01:28 AM
do you know I love Oprah... not because I agreed with everything she did or said but because a woman has incited love, freedom and thoughfulness amongst us all...(and more I am sure of), I think she would love that we don't 'agree' or 'love' her all of the time... I really think that was her message and purpose.... and the final shows... were tasteful, respectful and appreciative of the life that the Oprah Winfrey show had given her....
and Miss Meg..... love the cardi.... OMG I love mine!!!
Posted by: leonie | May 27, 2011 at 02:36 AM
Also love the cardi (new word for me)...so that's how people look cute and put together...they shop! I should try it sometime. Wish I liked it. Happy summer. Isn't there a part of you that is relieved about no backpacks/lunches/science tests/papers to sign/early morning hustle? I'm relieved that part is over! I work part time, so I'm out of the house part of most days, so that part will be interesting to see how they manage on their own.
Posted by: Carol S. | May 27, 2011 at 06:09 AM
i totally agree with you about oprah - i really haven't watched her show in years, however in saying that there was some comfort in just knowing the show was on at 4:00 - i mean if there was nothing else to do at that time. i did like her show - i just kind of got tired of it.
love your blog meg!!! thanks for being my daily read - you! i will never get sick of.
have a great weekend.
Posted by: donna | May 27, 2011 at 06:59 AM
I have that same cardi! I went crazy on the cardi's and the long tanks. I think I bought everycolor... something for everyday this spring! =)
Posted by: Danett | May 27, 2011 at 07:04 AM
Who the heck has used Oprah as a spiritual guide? When I think about it though... I'll agree that there are a lot of people who lack critical thinking skills which is why I worry way more about the people who use Rush Limbaugh as any sort of a guide.
Anyway, love how you are preparing for summer.
Great nail polish!
Posted by: Jennifer | May 27, 2011 at 08:06 AM
Loving the pink glitter polish. If this 32 week belly wasn't in my way, it would totally be on my toes. Maybe my husband can do it...
Jenna
momofmanyhats.blogspot.com
Posted by: Jenna | May 27, 2011 at 08:17 AM
well said. exactly how I feel about oprah, too.
Posted by: alyssa | May 27, 2011 at 08:31 AM
I LOVE cardis! They are the perfect all-season staple - my office is freezing today even though it's 80 degrees out. Add a cardi! :)
Posted by: Meg | May 27, 2011 at 08:35 AM
I love that you said that about Oprah because for some reason I find women saying this a lot: "Oh, i record Oprah, but I don't love her. I just watch the show if I'm bored. I won't miss it though."
It's like no one can own (no pun intended) that they enjoy Oprah. I really liked her show. I learned a lot. I cried sometimes. And times I rolled my eyes. But she was always authentic, in my opinion. And that's what is appealing to me about people... I LOVE when they can stay true to their mission.
That dress on Annie is so cute! My daughter lives in sundresses... maybe some day I'll learn how to sew a few.
Posted by: Sugar Mama | May 27, 2011 at 08:39 AM
Love cardis! They're a staple in a cold office in the summer. I love your dress also, is that from T too?
Posted by: Dena | May 27, 2011 at 08:56 AM
You tempt me to try Target clothes again but I am resisting! Everything is soooo cute on the wrack but looks terrible on me. I have better luck at New York and Co. at the mall. - though the prices are as good.
You look very cute and summery! I am feeling your same pain/excitment over summer vacation! Thanks for posting honesty.
Oprah has accomplished the best the world can offer. Will it stand in eternity? Only what is done in the name of Jesus. That said I will miss her show. So many years at home with little ones---making "it" unil 4 pm and Oprah was signifcant ;O
Off to get a haircut/color/eyebrow wax- my treat to myself before going boldly into summer vacation!!
God Bless~
Posted by: Jen | May 27, 2011 at 09:35 AM
i hear you... i wonder how i'll feel at 4:00 on a quiet afternoon and she's not there to keep me company.
Posted by: adrienne | May 27, 2011 at 10:00 AM
great minds think alike.
i bought FOUR!
hello. my name is amy and i am addicted to cardigans.
love annie's dress!
Posted by: amy jupin | May 27, 2011 at 10:12 AM
dang, i should have made it to Target yesterday!! hopefully my local tar-jay isn't as popular as yours and I'll still score ;-)
Posted by: beki | May 27, 2011 at 10:27 AM
my toes are in need of some pink sparkle to welcome summer, too! :)
thought of you and your 'summer lists' when i read this post today...
http://tatertotsandjello.blogspot.com/2011/05/20-summertime-projects.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+blogspot%2FOivM+%28Tatertots+and+Jello%29
cheers!
~h
Posted by: heidi @ wonder woman wannabe | May 27, 2011 at 10:39 AM
I just love your blog. You are real and you make me feel good. Thank you for all your awesome bogging ;)
Posted by: Jessie | May 27, 2011 at 10:51 AM
love the self-portrait. i like to focus on things other than a messy house most days.
i will miss oprah. i think that i would disagree with ANYONE that i would spend 25 years with, you know?
she has brought light to many and been the hands and feet of love in many ways. i don't have it in me to criticize any of it. that's all. peace.
Posted by: deborah@applesinwonderland | May 27, 2011 at 11:50 AM
All true, but I still feel oddly bad for James Frey.
Posted by: Flower Patch Farmgirl | May 27, 2011 at 12:34 PM
Wow. What a great first day of Summer. I feel spurred on to bust out the bubbles. We homeschool and the line between Summer and the schol year is a little blurred. My older kids have hit this odd age and arent too on board with anything. Not sure what to do about that:( We need some fun days but right now we are drowning in laundry and spilled cereal and sinus headaches:( Can we come over and play bubbles? and paint our toes glittery pink?
Posted by: Kathy | May 27, 2011 at 12:37 PM
I stumbled upon your blog a while back and have read it daily ever since. Thanks for making me laugh, think, and relish in the awesomeness that is motherhood. You are just like all my dear friends back here in Nebraska... delightful and a breath of fresh air. God bless you, Meg.
Posted by: Robin Smith | May 27, 2011 at 08:14 PM
Ok-thanks so much-because of your post I had to go to Target and try to get me a cardigan-because you made it look so good-anyway-they had 1 in my size and its the same color as yours but the problem is-I ended up with a necklace to match, a purse, some capris , 2 t-shirts, and then I had to go to TJ Maxx and see what they had and i ended up with capris and a t-shirt-so - your blog cost me about $150.00 , if I was going to be honest, more than that! HA! I am glad you posted it all-I NEEDED something new!
Posted by: kristi rediske | May 28, 2011 at 02:41 PM
Your toes are fab Meg! You did a good job and coming from a former nail tech you did good chica! xoxo
Posted by: tami@talkingwithtami.com | May 29, 2011 at 08:07 AM
Discovered your site today. I'm also a mom and a wife so this is all close to me, and my interests :)
I loved Oprah's show always. Sent her e-mail on that new address she gave,
and I got reply, with others she wrote back to.
She wrote us again, yesterday. That's sweet that she added people who wrote her on list, and that she took time while on vacation, and wrote a nice e-mail.
Posted by: Doris | June 02, 2011 at 03:58 PM
One year later, I have decided to ring the summer in with the very same combination of colors.... Sinful Colors, 24/7 (neon pink) and Pinky Glitter... and putting them on tonight.
Posted by: Debbie Sedita-Kosiarski | March 21, 2012 at 07:30 PM