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My Heart Hurts

November 9, 2016 by jessica 3 Comments

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I’m struggling to process what happened yesterday and the fact of the matter is that I can’t. I’m sad. I’m ashamed. I’m disgusted. I’m numb. I’m discouraged. I’m a myriad of emotions that I can’t properly express. I’ve broken down in tears at work and yearned to be shaken awake from this nightmare.

I wish I could say I didn’t think this could happen. Trump is bombastic. He is a demagogue. He is hot headed. He is a misogynist. He is a racist. He is what America wanted. There’s a strong undercurrent of hatred in this country — not only for women, the LBGT population, immigrants, and Muslims — but for the establishment. Hillary was very much a personification of the establishment that many wanted to break from. This rich white man was, ironically, the answer to their call.

Fear elected Trump and, in turn, I’m fearful. America is going to change. The rights that many have worked so hard to achieve will be in jeopardy. We risk ripping health care from Americans, denying marriage rights to the LBGT population, blaming immigrants unfairly for the ills of the country, and removing a woman’s right to choose. This election was, to put it bluntly, a big fucking deal.

And I do want to make it clear that while I’m a Democrat, I am not upset by a Republican presidency. I am upset by a Trump presidency. To stand united with America in support of this man is something I won’t do. I will not support a man who grabs women by the pussy (without her asking for it), makes a comment about the “pretty picture” a woman makes dropping to her knees, and laughs off sexual assault charges by saying that they weren’t pretty enough to hit on in the first place. I don’t think I’m exaggerating when I say that all women have had to navigate the uncomfortable waters of unwanted sexual objectification. And I don’t think I’m exaggerating when I say that all women should be outraged by an America led by Trump.

I want to do whatever small steps I can to support women at this time. Even if our views on Roe v. Wade divide us, I hope you’ll consider donating to Planned Parenthood to support women’s reproductive health and access to screenings. It might not be much in the face of what’s to come, but for a woman who can’t afford to go to the doctor, it matters a great deal.

One final thought: if you voted your heart, be proud. I don’t mean to alienate you with this post. I’m shell-shocked and passionate and couldn’t let this monumental day go by silently.

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photo by Krista Mangulsone

Filed Under: Lifestyle Tagged With: election, election day, reflection, vote

Cast Your Ballot!

November 8, 2016 by jessica 3 Comments

Go Vote!

Today’s agenda:

  1. Get properly caffeinated with Starbucks.
  2. Figure out your polling place.
  3. Review the ballot in your area so that you can make an informed decision.
  4. Vote.
  5. Celebrate with new jewelry if your candidate wins. (Or console yourself with gems if your candidate loses.)

#ImWithHer

And for some jewelry-related election fun: Gerard Yosca rereleased a pair of earrings he gave to Hillary during a designers’ luncheon at the White House in 1998. Snag a pair here. Gerard is donating $20 from each pair sold to HollaBack!, a women’s organization that works to end harassment. Jewelry and a good cause? Count me in! #ImWithGerardToo

Filed Under: Jewelry Tagged With: election day, vote

The Weekend Guide

November 4, 2016 by jessica 3 Comments

The Weekend Guide 11.04.16

Happy Friday! It’s been entirely too long since I’ve blogged regularly, much less put together “The Weekend Guide” for your perusal. As usual, September and October were two stress-filled months at work that left me with little personal time and the last thing I wanted to do during those fleeting moments was sit in front of a computer! Happily, though, that’s behind me and our little getaway to Kentucky and Tennessee left me refreshed and eager to dive back into the blog.

EAT
Airline food gets a bad rap, but it’s not all terrible. Learn more from an in-flight dining critic who has a surprisingly captivating Instagram feed of his own mile-high dining experiences.

VOTE
Election Day on Nov. 8 is fast approaching! Make sure you’re prepared with the location of your polling place and what will be on your ballot.

STOP
The word fiancé is falling out of vogue with Millennials.

LEARN
Kate Spade’s Cameron Street collection quickly became a huge success when it debuted earlier this year. The brand is focusing on the collection’s popularity this holiday season with more inventory and accessories like interchangeable straps to personalize the handbags. (Personally, the last thing I need is a new purse, but I’ve considered this strap to add a little pep to my black bucket bag. Although, I’ll probably go with this Rebecca Minkoff option instead.)

SWIPE
I’d love to live in a world of cashless transactions and there’s a few countries already on their way to making that a reality.

SIP
With a combination of gin, grapefruit, and maraschino, this 1930s-inspired cocktail is on my must-sip list for the weekend. Cheers!

SHOP THESE SALES
Spend $40 at Bauble Bar and get a free choker.
Cozy up this winter with Mongolian lamb pillows now 30% off until Monday.
Take an extra 50% off sale items at Loft. (Loving these sunglasses and this LBD.)
Full-price dresses are now just $75 at Ann Taylor! (This looks like something you’d find at Tory Burch.)
Take an extra 30% off sale at Kate Spade with code CHEERS. (The gingham flats are my favorite.)
Cold-weather favorites and sale items are an extra 30% off at J.Crew.
Take 40% off regular-price items at BR. (This is the best turtleneck sweater for layering.)

EARLIER THIS WEEK
I went to Nashville and pet a kangaroo.

 

Filed Under: Weekend Guide Tagged With: kate spade cameron street collection, sale alert, the weekend guide, travel, vote

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Hello there! I'm a first-time homeowner updating a 1920s house in Madison, Wisconsin. I have a penchant for travel and a love of costume jewelry. Follow along for personal style, travel, and lifestyle content.

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