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Fashion is something I do not often talk about here, simply because am not really such a fashion-savvy mum and I just simply do not follow current fashion trends, unless something comes out which I really love, like those Aztec leggings and Casio watches from last year.

I am not really into fashion and my fashion style is really plain and simple, I go for those pieces that can easily blend right into my limited wardrobe. I am first and foremost a t-shirt gal as they are the most comfortable and easiest to wear with just about anything, to just about anywhere. I also opt more for shorts lately as they allow me to move freely letting me follow after my little man wherever he might wander off with ease. I am a big fan of leggings as well, and cannot wait to grab my hands on a pair of jeggings, too. 

I am not much into shopping for clothes, either, so I am not one to set up a fashion list at the beginning of each year. I only shop when I really need something new to wear, when there’s special occasions like birthdays, for example. Needless to say, shopping for clothes is not really one of my top priorities unless, of course, when I stumble into something I totally adore and I have stashed just enough money to buy it! Like when I was browsing for stuff online and discovered Aupie.com. They offer a wide collection of beautiful fashion pieces like blouses, dresses and pants, as well as handbag, shoes and accessories. I was browsing through their seemingly endless tabs of clothes and here are a few items that caught my fancy:

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  • Patchwork Rivet And Zipper Elastic Casual Shorts {$28.99} ~ I would love to have something mint-y in my wardrobe and this is the perfect item! I can easily pair this with any of my tops for a very casual look, or with one of my buttoned-down blouses and I will be ready to attend any blogger event.women fashion, fashion finds, products
  • Corean Styles Latest Floral Print Chiffon Sleeveless Round Neck T-Shirt {$27.99} ~ I simply love the color and the beautiful design. This could go well with any of my leggings and would perfect for a trip to the mall to watch a movie with my boys or when I go to meet friends, perhaps. women fashion, fashion finds, products
  • Women’s Cartoon Butterfly and Castle Print Round Neck T-Shirt {$27.99} ~ As I’ve mentioned, I love tees and simple tops and this one fit that description to a T and I also love the idea that you’re getting 2 articles of clothing for the price of one! women fashion, fashion finds, products
  • Women Sexy Macrame Lace Purple Swim Suit {$28.99} ~ now I know it might take me a lot of walking and a good amount of yoga and workout before I can wear this and find the courage to go out for a swim wearing it, but I am such a big fan of swimsuits {even if I only ever own 1 in this lifetime!} and I simply love this purple one. The fringe design of the swimsuit top is also very adorable.

What do you think of my top picks? I shall be including these items in my very limited fashion goals this year and hopefully I get to purchase some of them, if not all, by the end of the year. Do not forget to check out their site and share your picks with us, too!

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Mum’s Personal Goal {2014}: Read A Book Each Month

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It sure will be helpful and practical to set reasonable and attainable goals this new year, 2014, so, instead of saying “I will read more books this year,” I am opting for “I will read 1 book each month,“ that way if I was successful in my goal, I will have read 12 books at the end of the year or if I am even more successful I would’ve probably read more. Being the book lover that I am, I set out to read more at the beginning of each year. On most times, I was successful with my goal, but there are also times, like last year, when I read the least number of books. 

Last year I purchased and got many a number of books that I cannot wait to read, so this year, I set out to read a book each month and I plan to add more as my reading journey progresses. Check out my list of books-to-read this year:

  • Tolstoy’s Anna Karenina ~ I was lucky enough to score a copy last year as a present from my sister, Belle, but never found the time to finish it, so this will be the first book I’ll ever open this year, unless the Universe presents another opportunity, that is!
  • John Green’s Fault In Our Stars ~ I got a copy of this from bookdepository last year, which I gave to my sister as a very late birthday gift. I was able to read a few chapters but was not too keen on finishing it, so I will try again this year. A movie adaptation will be out, so it will be a great motivation to finish the book first before I go to see the film.
  • Matthew Quick’s Silverlinings Playbook ~ Silverlinings is one of my most favorite words ever and much like Pat in this book, I am also a believer of those. I aimed to read this book after I saw the screen adaptation and fell in love with Pat. I have been successful to read halfway thru, I think, until I got preoccupied with something else, so this year i vow to finish this great read, and find out for myself if my sister’s opinion that the movie is better than the book is actually accurate.books, mum's thoughts, reading, 2014 goals, new year goals, goals
  • Adrian Rogers’ The Lord Is My Shepherd ~ I was fortunate enough to receive great books to read last year and I do hope it continues this year. One of the books I hope to receive a copy real soon, and include in my non-existent bookshelves, is this devotional. Published by Lifebooks, The Lord is my Shepherd is now available in leading bookstores nationwide for Php145 a copy. Here is a bit more info about the book, in case you’re interested to get you or your family and friends your own copies:

In this hectic, demanding life, we are all looking for a heart-contentment that fulfills our yearning for love and protection…

For a quiet place to rest. For guidance and comfort and deliverance from fear. The secret lies in the gentle words of Psalm 23: “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. . . .”

This beloved psalm’s beautiful lines feed and comfort our souls. But its greatest gift is that it offers what we all need-the secret to satisfaction in this life, and in the one to come-and promises what we can all experience-an intimate relationship with the loving Shepherd who fulfills the very longings of our souls.

“Where are you looking for satisfaction? How will you know when you’ve found it? And when you think you’ve discovered the secret of satisfaction, will it last for eternity?

“In the deepest recesses of our hearts and minds, there are hungers that cannot be satisfied by the things of this world. St. Augustine once said that we were created with a God-shaped void. I agree. Only God can meet the deepest longings of our hearts. Nothing can satisfy us apart from a personal relationship with Him….

“Who knows what will satisfy your deepest needs better than the One who made you? As your Creator, He can see what your needs are going to be tomorrow and ten years from tomorrow. So He certainly knows what you need today!” –Adrian Rogers

I will make sure to update this to-read list as new books pile up and can I just tell you now that I am also currently planning on putting up a separate blog for all my books, the reading challenges I joined and my reading adventures. I will tell you more about it as soon as my ever-gracious host is done setting it up. And just a little teaser, the new blog will be aptly named Mum Reads, one of my new babies for this year.

Do share your reading list for 2014, I’d love to read all about it!  :heart:

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