PICTURE SHOW: ALBA VINEYARD SPRING FOOD TRUCK AND WINE FESTIVAL

Happy Monday, Bogland!
This weekend we took a mini road trip and checked out the Spring Food Truck and Wine Festival at Alba Vineyard.  It's just 2 miles east of the Delaware River and historic Bucks County, PA.  
Who can say no to some food truck yumminess and wine in beautiful weather?  Not this cupcake! ;)
We had a lovely time walking around, listening to live music, wine tasting, sharing a fun TatoStix (a potato swirl on a stick) and fresh, hand tossed pizza while and enjoying a bottle of our favorite wine out on the rocks, under the sun and beautiful trees, overlooking the vineyard.  
On our drive back we stopped for some homemade ice cream at an adorable little shop called Ava's.  It was a lovely way to end a wonderful weekend, and I'm sharing our adventure below.
Did you go on any fun outings this past weekend?  Share in the comments below.

SATURDAY SAYINGS: PEOPLE, HEART AND HAPPINESS INSPIRATION

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AFFORDABLE FASHION: EFFORTLESS STYLE WITH A GREAT MESSAGE BY ACCEPT ME

Happy Friday, Bogland!
Those of you who know me now that some of the things I'm most passionate about in life are kindness, helping and inspiring others, which also goes along with my blog's motto.
So, when Kim Randon, the creator of ACCEPT ME™, a Canadian based affordable and effortless clothing and accessory line for women, men and children, and her team reached out to me to introduce me to her brand, it was her motto and inspiring message that struck a cord in me.
ACCEPT ME™ is a "philanthropic fashion brand that supports breaking the barriers of social marginalization through awareness and education. Every time you purchase a product from Accept Me, you are saying Yes. Yes to Acceptance." 
I'm loving the entire concept, and have picked some of my favorites from her line to feature below.  They are listed in Canadian Dollars online, but I have converted them to US dollars and posted both below.
Kim, herself, was so kind as to invite me to coffee in NYC to show me her line and offer Fabulous Fashions 4 Sensible Style readers a special 25% OFF discount using the Promo Code: style16 at checkout. This will be valid through next week towards any purchase.
Have a Wonderful Weekend ahead and Happy Shopping! I already know what I'm going to purchase from it.  What do you like most from the line?  Leave your thoughts in the comments below.

1. Brush Aluminum Accept Me Bangle = $23 CAD / $18.18 USD
2. Emperor Penguin Kids Onesie = $23 CAD / 18.18 USD
3. Join Don’t Judge Flowy Racer Tank = $36 CAD / 28.45 USD
4. Accept Me Layering Stack = $43 CAD / 43.98 USD
5. 3 Pack Hammered Stamped Aluminum Bracelets = $18 CAD / 14.23 USD
6. Accept Me Canvas Tote = $22 CAD / 17.39 USD
7. Empathy Sheer Mini Rib Tank = $34 CAD / 26.87 USD
8. Bold Original Unisex Fine Jersey Tee = $34 CAD / 26.87 USD

Layout Design: Created by Liesl Ehardt using logos and product from Accept Me

Layout Design: Altered by Liesl Ehardt using Image Designs from Accept Me

PICTURE SHOW: LIFE LATELY, FAMILY AND MY TRIP TO ALBUQUERQUE, NM

AFFORDABLE FASHION REVIEW: CLASSIC COLLECTION BY NICKI MINAJ

Happy Monday, Everyone!
Popular recording artist, Nicki Minaj, recently came out with a classic and couture clothing line.  
Her team reached out to me and introduced me to her Classic Collection, which offers a variety of dresses, tops and skirts, all under $25.  The affordable prices made it a perfect fit form my blog, and one I wanted to share with each of you.
The line offers a way to "look fashionable and feel confident in your curves," something I like, since I've always had fuller hips.  Each piece in the collection is "created with easy-to-wear fabrics including versatile rib knits, soft ultrasuede, and comfortable jersey cotton blends."
They kindly sent me the Rib Zip Front Midi Dress in black, seen below on the model and then on me, to review.  It offers a versatile, classic black dress look, which can be dressed up with some heels or down with a some chic sandals or even flip flops on the go.
I'm someone who doesn't love having things fitted around my hips, but the dress they sent is super soft and with quality stretch that gives added comfort and movement.  Although the dress is lightweight, it is not see-through, which is often a problem with lighter fabrics, so, this was an unexpected positive factor.
Overall, the knee length cut and sleeves, seen on most of her tops, dresses and skirts, make many appropriate for the work place and will transition seamlessly into happy hour or dinner after work.  
Also, there are a number of more club worthy, fitted, low cut and backless options, which fit Nicki Minaj's overall persona and style, but with a balance of some more conservative options, which fit my style, it does offer options for a wider range of tastes and styles.

1. Textured Flannel Neck Crop Top $19.99 (Available Colors: Red & Black)
2. Rib Knit Zip Front Midi Dress $19.99 (Available Colors: Black & Gray)
3. Mock Neck Ultrasuede Dress $24.99 (Available Colors: Camel & Black)

Dress: Nicki Minaj Classic Collection = $19.99  /  Black Heels: Steve Madden - TJ Maxx = $34.99  /  Bronze Clutch: Target = $6.00 (on christmas sale - available in 4 additional colors)  / Chain Bracelet: Miss A = $1.00

•  CURRENT GIVEAWAY:  A Pair of Givenche Designer Sunglasses  •

SATURDAY SAYINGS: A REMINDER, REFLECTION, LIFE, DIRECTION AND HOPE

Happy Saturday, Blogland!

This morning, I had a number of comments left on a Saturday Sayings post I did this past summer titled, Life, Direction, Decisions and Finding True Happiness.  

Reading them remind me that there are people out there who stumble upon my little space in blogland and onto posts, from months or even years ago, to which they relate, find a little inspiration or comfort. 

Those moments remind me why it is I started my blog in the first place.  If you can reach or touch one person through something you write or share, I think that's enough reason to make it all worthwhile.  

That particular Saturday, I hadn't just posted quotes, but written an intro, did some reflecting, shared some words and thoughts along with my usual quotes.  

I re-read it this morning, after reading and responding to the new comments. A lot of what I wrote still pertains to where I am in my life today, exactly 8 months after I wrote the post, and transparency is still a key element.

I'm now in my mid-thirties and truth is, I'm still finding myself, what I'm supposed to be doing and where I'm supposed to be.  It is often said that "you live and you learn."  I believe this is true, but also think that with this notion we sometimes find ourselves confused or lost with what it teaches and reveals.

That said, not everything is supposed to make sense, but one thing to which you should always listen is your heart.  If something feels right or makes you happy, stay with that, follow that and do your best not to look too far down the line, over-think or question it . . . just be.

Speaking of, I stumbled upon an article that asks, What does it mean to just be?  It references a quote by the philosopher Freidrich Nietzsche who said . . .

"Man has no ears for that to which experience has given him no access."  

It goes on to explain how "sometimes you just can’t process an idea, because you don’t have the mental tools or reference points to make sense of it."

Ultimately, we need to trust in the process and remember that we are all human.  It's not all supposed to be clear and that's okay, it's part of the adventure and life's journey.

Something I hold today as I write this, which I'm not sure I fully had 8 months ago, is a better understanding of why things happened in the past as they did and, most important, hope.  

It's a small word, but holds a lot of power, strength and inspiration.  It can come in the form of a person, a place, a word, a thing, but in whatever form it appears, be thankful and feel the comfort it brings.

For now, I'll leave you with those thoughts and these inspirational quotes.  Enjoy, and here's to hope! ❤

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•  CURRENT GIVEAWAY:  A Pair of Givenche Designer Sunglasses  •