Getting in the Christmas Spirit

I said for December I would experiment with unusual color combinations. So here goes. I decided to try my red sweater vest over a brown/black plaid shirt. I know it doesn't sound like much but it's a big stretch for me to put something together that isn't an obvious match. Who knew picking out clothing combos could be fun? Over the last several months I've suddenly taken to grabbing things out of my closet and sticking them together just to see what happens.

Thanks to my recent foot rebellion, the Merrill clogs are my footwear of choice for a while. Hubby and I have a running joke about how sexy they are. And the nutcracker? Why am I holding a nutcracker? Well, as much as I collect anything, I guess I sort of collect them. Also, I believe it's a law that once you've taken ballet, you HAVE to love the Nutcracker. So, there you go. 

Play-doh and Cowboy Boots

I was in a 2-day training and yesterday the trainer instructed us to dress casual. "Wear your jeans because we're going to play." Sure enough we did role play, got in the floor, played with play-doh, etc. Almost makes it worth the crap we go through as social workers.

I'm usually still kind of conservative and cautious when I'm attending meetings or training, but I took the instructions to go casual as an opportunity to have fun. Is this too young a look for a 44 yr old professional? Hmm . . . I hope not cause I did it! One thing we discussed was the importance of play. So lets play!!

Colors
Since I had decided to try wearing unexpected color combinations. Not sure if a grey/black top with brown belt, boots and sweater counts. It's unexpected for me anyway.

Fun with clothing
You'd never guess I took the photos in the Home Depot parking lot after training. Well, I was out of town and wanted photos before it got dark. Plus the town I was in had stores we don't like Target, Kohl's, Marshall's, etc. and I decided to start my Christmas shopping then and there.