“To witness miracles unfold in your experience, count your blessings and be thankful. Perceived small blessings accumulate to be the most powerful.” – T.F. Hodge
I’m sure you’ve heard this before, that life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away. Like a favorable gush of wind that sweeps you off your feet, what brings you the utmost delight? Could it be a noteworthy career? Someone to call your one true love? Or the mere pursuit of happiness that reigns supreme in your life?
As for yours truly, I find enrapturing the little things that make me cherish the passing moments. Quiet time at the coffee shop, snuggled up with a matcha green tea latte in a comfy corner. Striking conversations with total strangers on topics trivial and benign. Though not entirely riding on the back of a fleeting moment, I find it important to live in the now and be content dwelling in the present. To linger in them. To lavish in their glory.
Thus was my absolute delight this weekend to take a breather from my busy schedule and spend some quality time with Kobi, my Australian Shepherd who coincidently turned 6 months old on Black Friday! As you can imagine, my shopping spree consisted nothing short of rawhide bones and plush toys for this little nugget 🙂
To stay in tandem with my gleeful state of mind, I kept the colors light-hearted with my favorite camel pea coat from the LookBook Store which for a limited time Lookbook Store Women Clothing Is Up to 80% Off! Given the 3/4th length sleeves, this jacket is ideal worn over a long-sleeved shirt in a varied selection – rich hue, striped patterns, or even baroque prints! Swoon-worthy peek-a-boo effect? Yes you can get that look down pat! For a casual vibeI I resorted to this new fuzzy burgundy sweater and finished the look with dark denims and platform lace-up boots similar to this pair by Opening Ceremony (did I mention frenzied friday entailed shopping for humans too?)
Stuffed to the rim with delicious Thai food and wind-battered from Black Friday shopping as I may be, this Thanksgiving I am grateful for the precious moments with loved ones that I know will be cherished forever.
What are you thankful for this year? 🙂
Xo~ Lena
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Jacket: LookBook Store// Sweater: H&M// Pants: Paige// Shoes: Zara// Bag: Louis Vuitton// Scarf: Zara
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A windy day I see! You look flawless and your dog is too cute! ❤ xx
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Thank you Maria!! Yes he’s quite a darling! Have a wonderful day love! xoxo ❤
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Such amazing day. Kobi is the cutest 🙂
Love this look on you, especially those killer shoes 🙂 Looking amazing dear. Kiss from Prague. Mel
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Thank you Mel! Yes he really is! 😀 Hope all is treating you well in Prague love and thanks for stopping by!
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You and Kobi are so cute! Happy 1/2 Birthday Kobi 🙂 Janet
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Hehe~ thanks Janet I’ll pass along the wishes 😉 And yes Kobi truly is a gem. Have a lovely day dear!!
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Kobi is just so awesome. Such a lovely happy face. He must be a bundle of joy for you. Loved the crystal skull scarf and the shoes are a killer.
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Hi Maverickbird! Indeed he is a bundle of joy in my life. Though he’s only 6 months old he has an old soul, very obedient and calm unlike other puppies his age! Thanks for stopping by and have a wonderful day!
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Kobi is so gorgeous, what a happy-looking doggie! I can’t wait to go home for the holidays to snuggle with my animal friends. Also, A+ on that camel coat. I’ve been in the market for one, but there’s so many styles, it’s overwhelming.
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I know what you mean Romy, the choices are endless! By the way what pets do you have? Any posts featuring your lovely friends? Have a great one love 🙂
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I have 2 kitties and 1 dog! I haven’t featured them, but you just inspired a meet-my-friends post haha! Thank you for asking Lena.
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Loving the #DOG jumper! So cute! Great post Lena 🙂 xxx Emily
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Thank you Emily! So happy to see you stop by, I hope you have a lovely start to your week!
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You too girl!
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This sounds like a fantastic outing. I think this is my favorite fall outfit of yours so far! I loved enjoying your poetic descriptions while I sipped my Chai tea, as well :0) Lovely post.
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Oh can I get a cup too? I think I may need one later to snuggle up in my papasan chair lol~ very happy you enjoyed my poetic musings Jacqueline, it’s always a delight to see you stop by. Have a lovely day dear! 🙂
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Love the name..Kobi. And you took my breath away with this simple but lovely look. Happy new month.
Cheers, Mojisola
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Thanks Mojisola! It’s derived from the Japanese word “joy” and what other way to describe having him in my life! 😉 Thanks for stopping by dear, hope you have a lovely day! p.s. I love your latest post, was very inspired by your picture-taking tips! 🙂
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Still rocking the camel, I love it. Your #dog (LOL) is such a cutie! Enjoy your week.
Samuel xx
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Thanks Samuel! Yes the camel coat ain’t going nowhere! I think this bandwagon I jumped on doesn’t have an exit haha~ 😛 have a lovely day! 🙂
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Well no choice but to ride it out then! You enjoy yourself too xx
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what a flawless outfit! loving the maroon in the sweater and shoes. Love the way oxfords look on you and scarf, jacket, bag finish it off perfectly 🙂
xoxo
Sumbal
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Thank you Sumbal! The maroon color really is a newfound glory this season isn’t it? 😉 Have a great one love!
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I absolutely agree! Love how rich it looks. Even in a lipstick it looks awesome! xx
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Yep totally agree! 🙂
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Awe, Kobi is darling!! Looks like you had a fun day at the dog park! Love the look. Love the platform oxfords! XO- Danielle
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Thank you Danielle! Indeed he is! We had an amazing day at the park despite the infamous wind sweeping through the city. Hope your weekend was just as delightful! Have a lovely day dear!
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Your dog is beyond adorable!!! 🙂
& Girl you Look as flawless as always!
Love your Shoes they are too amazing – Serene xoxo
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Thank you Serene! I give props to Black Friday for giving us the opportunity to find him such a cute jumper! haha~ I hope you have a lovely day dear!
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I need those shooooes!
Phew!
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Thanks Dana! I believe they still have them at Zara!! Have a great one love!
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lovely!!! have a wonderful week!
xoxo
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Thanks Susana! You too dear!
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Ok, you have the CUTEST dog ever, and this outfit is perfect! I love the camel coat, and those shoes are amazing. Happy birthday to Kobi!
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Thank you Alecz, truly he is a delight! Haha~ I hope you have a wonderful monday dear! 🙂
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Such an adorable pup! And love that coat! Such a classic staple.
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Thanks Nicole!! Yes the coat really is something I can’t seem to stop wearing, the color is truly the most coveted this season! And thanks for finding me on IG, gosh I love ur page!! xoxo~
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You are so stunning and Kobi is the cutest! These wintry days necessitate a fluffy cuddle buddy–looks like you two have got it covered! x
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Cuddle buddy he is! Though sometimes a little too much and he walks away with this “ahem I need my space” look! Lol~ happy monday Julie, I hope all’s treating you well! I see you have a new post up, will be stopping by to say hi!! 🙂 xo~
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So cute! Kobi is so adorable and fluffy.
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Thank you Valentina, I have to say the same with Tika! She’s a sweetheart I bet! xo~
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Kobi is sooo sweet ❤ und you look fab!
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Thank you Marina! Hope all is well love~ I really enjoyed your latest post in that cool trench! 🙂
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Awwwww too cute~!!! Kobi is adorable! And I love the movement of these pictures- they are so vibrant! Beautiful look, as always~!!
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Thank you love! Glad you liked this look! What can I say, the infamous wind was whisking me away from one place to another, I’m glad the shoot turned out well! Have a great day!
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You’re gorgeous! Love your pictures and your dog is so cute!
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Merci Violette! Have a great day love! Bisous!
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Hey Lena, love the photos with your dog, the first one is so sweeeettt! also like the new face of your blog with the snowflakes and of course your whole outfit! ❤
Mary
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Hi Mary thanks for stopping by! Really glad you like this look, though icy cold it is in Chicago, we were able to get this shoot in on time! Have a great one love!
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awwwww Kobi is so cute. Love your style darling, your shoes are amazing!
big kiss
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Thank you Andreia! Hope you had a wonderful thanksgiving!! 🙂
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Great outfit.!! Love the shoes and purse 🙂
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Thank you Rose!!
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Lovely post! Your dog obviously shares your great fashion sense! 😉
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Thanks Adair! He really is getting the cool look down pat! 🙂
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That’s for sure!! 🙂
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Great outfit doll! also, happy b-day to your cute puppy!
Love,
Pam
http://www.thegirlfrompanama.com
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Thank you Pam!! That’s very sweet of you love! 🙂
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So cute!!! Great shots XX
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Thank you Katie!! ❤
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He is such a baby^^ Now I miss my 16 years old dog so much T_T
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Thank you Gail!
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You and Kobi look adorable!
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Thank you Asa! He really is the stunner in this shoot 😉 Have a great one love!
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I think Kobi stole the show this time! What a cutie pie!
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I think so too Natalie and I’m delighted he is! After all it is his big day (how many times we celebrate half birthdays for our fluffy friends?) 😛 Have a great one dear!
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The outfit looks very cool and confortable..loved the coat and the scarf.you are so beautiful 🙂
Kisses
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Thank you dear!! 🙂
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You look so perfect! I adore you so much. ❤
I will always be your fan! keep inspiring.
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Thank you April that’s very sweet of you love! Glad you liked this ensemble dear! 🙂
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Loving the 50 shades of brown thats happening here!
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Thanks Karen! 50 shades it is! 😉
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Kobi is gorgeous, what a cutie! I agree with cherishing every moment, being far away from my family back in Malaysia has made me wish I had spent more time with them before migrating.
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Oh I know what you mean dear, my family lives abroad now and every time I see them (though short and sweet) it makes me grateful for the moments with them! I hope you get the chance to visit your family soon love! xo~
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Kobi is such a cutie!❤️
And gorgeous look, dear! I love the burgundy red on you, and in combination with your camel pea coat, it just really pops!
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Thanks Nicola, he truly is a darling! And thanks for you lovely thought on my outfit, I think burgundy red is the next best thing for winter! xo~ 😀
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Kobi is such a cutie pie! He’s as well dressed as you are. 😉 Love that maroon sweater next to the scarf with it’s pops of yellow!
xo! J.Frost
http://www.fashionablyfrost.com
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Thanks J. Frost! He is the cutest, I didn’t know how photogenic he is until this shoot! Lol~ I hope you have a lovely day dear, thanks for stopping by to say hi! 🙂
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Great look Lena! and Kobi is supper cute too.. I thought i was loosing my mind for a second there with those snow flakes lol really cool effect!:) xo
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Hi Shaaz! Oh I know the effect seems quite real! Thanks for your lovely comment dear, have a great rest of your week!!
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I’m dying at how cute this post is! I am such a huge dog person and your dog is just sooo adorable! I wish our doggies could be friends haha :). Of course I also really love what you’re wearing as always 🙂
xxx
Camilla
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Oh I’m a dog person too though my blog name sort of skews towards the opposite direction! And thanks for adding me on IG, gosh it sure feels good to be connected with you Camilla, I love your fashion sense!! ❤
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And me yours! So happy to have found yours! 🙂
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Love those shoes, perfectly for the walk day with your baby and he’s adorable plus his blanky is cute as well. xx.
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Thank you love!!
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Love love your shoes. they look stylish yet comfy and perfect for a walk day with your cutie pie. How cute of his blanky :).
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Thank you Tanya, yes these really are comfy walking shoes! Thanks for dropping by love! ❤
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Your dog is so cute! I love your camel coat
xo
http://www.laurajaneatelier.com
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Thank you Laura! Yes he’s a darling!! 🙂
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What a perfect look! ❤
Wish you a happy Tuesday honey!
hugs
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Thanks Dili!!
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omg lena, you two are the cutest thing alive! look at his sparkly innocent eyes ❤ awwww. maybe i should take your advise and feature my babies one of these days hehe! and "I find it important to live in the now and be content dwelling in the present." .. you couldn't have said it better. what a lovely post! hope you're having a great day lena!!
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Hi Annie! Yes those sparkly innocent eyes don’t lie! 😛 I think your IG clearly says that your lovely fluffy friends are waiting to be featured on your blog soon!! Oh that would be so fun!! *puppy-eyed drool* 😉
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What a cool blog you have! I just discovered it! I love your Louis Vuitton & your precious pup! I’d love if you took a peek at my blog as well! 🙂
xx
Justine of The Desert Mermaids
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Hi Justine! Thanks for stopping by and leaving a lovely comment, I would love to check it out! Will stop by to say hi!! xo~ 🙂
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Like your shoes. So sweet your dog.
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Thank you Tery!
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Loving this post! xxx
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Thank you love!
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How sweet! Kobi is such a cutie pie! And well said Lena! I’m thankful for the regular things such as the unconditional love of my family, friends and boyfriend and my health! I’m happy that I’m alive 🙂 You look stunning as always btw! 😉 Happy Tuesday gorg! xo
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Hi Vivian!! Oh I’m so glad to hear the things that you’re grateful love!! Yes when I feel down sometimes (winter blues) I would think about my family and friends and say to myself “gosh I’m blessed!” Glad you’re with me on that dear! Have a great day!! xoxox~
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Hey Lena, I tagged you in the Thanksgiving tag! Look for it later today =0)
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Thanks Dee!! Will do! Have a happy day love!
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awwww your dog is so cute! love the camel coat and your shoes 🙂
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Thank you Samantha!! Have a great one! Xoxo~
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Looking gorgeous Lena
I also love striking up conversations w/strangers 🙂 It keeps life interesting
xoxo
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Indeed it does! We never know what interesting things we’ll learn from them! Have a great one Joi! 🙂
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Hey!
The brown tones of your outfit are beautiful!
And your dog is so sweet 🙂
I wish you a beautiful week!
Best wishes
Matthias
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Thank you Matthias! Yes he is a darling! Thanks for dropping by, would stop by later to say hi!! 🙂
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Hey Feline!
You’re welcome! Also thank YOU for leaving such a beautiful comment below my portfolio.
Hope to see you again soon on my blog.
Take care!
All the best
Matthias
http://snapshopped.com
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I’m loving the color of that jacket on you! Looks amazing! And your puppy is adorable! 🙂
Kelli
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Thank you Kelli! Seems like this camel trend isn’t going anywhere for me soon lol~ Have a great one love!
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Kobi is precious. Incidentally, that’s my partner’s name too though spelled differently. 🙂
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Oh yes Kobi is a popular name! Many people ask me if it’s from Kobe Bryant lol I guess it sounds the same so maybe? 😛 have a great day love!
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Love the combination of fall colours you have on! & Kobi is THE CUTEST!!!
– Judy
http://thedamselindenim.com/
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Thank you Judy!! Yes he’s the best! Have a great day love! 😀
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What a cute dog. xx
http://ninasstyleblog.blogspot.com
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Thank you Nina! 🙂
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Have a great day 🙂
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Thanks love!!
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Your shoes are so chic!
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Thank you Christie! Much love dear!
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Your outfit is so fashionable and lovely! It was nice to read about what you are thankful for too. You’re dog is too cute! 🙂
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Thank you Lauren! Yes he really is a sweetheart! 🙂
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Such a cute look. I love the purple + tan together. & such a cute dog! ❤
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Thank you Sera!! 🙂
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you look great! loving your outfit! and your dog is so cute!
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Thank you Celyn! Glad you liked this outfit dear, have a great one!
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I love camel coats. They are so festive for Fall. Great find!
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Thanks Johanna! I agree, it’s the trending color of the season!! Thanks for stopping by love, hope to see you soon!! 🙂
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Hi Lena, I think I may have mentioned that I also have an Austrian Shepard. His name is Brody, and looks similar to your Kobi. One of the biggest joys in my life is just spending time with him and, my Mini Schnauzer, Bailey. I love them both to pieces, and, so, I cherish every moment with them. My favorite time is snuggling on the couch watching television late at night. The two of them, and my husband, fall asleep soundly. I watch them sleep, it’s the cutest thing. I’m thankful to have them in my life, they are so precious. Thank you for the introspective post, it was lovely. Your outfit is also wonderful, I love camel colored coats! Have a wonderful day! Xo, Maria
http://theclassifiedchic.com/
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Oh yes I remember you talking about Brody, he must be a sweetheart just like Kobi! I love Australian Shepherds they are so loyal, smart, and just a bundle of fun! And I’m sure Bailey is just as delightful! And thanks for sharing a precious moment with my dear~ you are so blessed to have a loving husband and two wonderful little ones! Thanks for stopping by Maria, I hope you have a lovely rest of your week!! xo~
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This is such a cute post, I love it!
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Thank you love!!
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Ah, Kobi’s so cute! ❤ And you're gorgeous as always! 😉
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Thank you Andy!! 🙂
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Tooo cute!!! And lovely thoughts ❤ ❤
Gina
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Thank you Gina!
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Love your coat; camel coats are such classic pieces! And that dog is SO cute!
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Thank you Josephine! Yes he is an adorable one now isn’t he! 😉
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Kobi is so adorable and it’s so heart-warming to see the two of you together! And looking chic as always Lena, love your classic coat!
Prudence
http://www.prudencepetitestyle.wordpress.com
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Thank you Prudence, yes he is a sweetheart! It’s so lovely to take time away from work and just enjoy the company of this fluffy pooch. Thanks for stopping by girl, have a joyful day! 🙂
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Yay Kobi’s back! He’s such a good looking dog and looks so warm in his sweater! Love the hint of matching burgundy on your outfit – the perfect colour for winter 🙂 xx
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Thanks Naeun, yes he is and this time he’s rocking out his new sweater! Lol~ I think blue is his go-to color for now. Have a lovely day beautiful! 🙂
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So stylish and classy look! I love it! You have amazing sense of style! Adorable post and lovely photos!
Have a nice day!
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Thank you Tsvetina that’s very sweet of you love! Have a great one! 🙂
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What a sweet dog. And you look cute in the pictures 🙂
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Thank you V!! Have a lovely day dear!
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This outfit is so on the point and you look amazing (: and the puppy is so adorable that I just can’t help but to love it. x
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Thank you Birdie! Yes he really is a bundle of joy to be around! 🙂
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I LOVE that you took pics at the dog park! And, believe it or not, I actually take my dog to that exact same dog park occasionally 🙂 It’s a little further to walk to from our apartment so we only go when the weather is nicer.
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Hi Erin, thanks for stopping by! Yes isn’t it a great park? We normally go to the one by Monroe and Sangamon but now that this one is open we can’t get enough of the open space! Great for our furry ones to run around and play!! Have a lovely evening! 🙂
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Yep, we’re usually at Monroe & Sangamon, too! Small world!
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Firstly, you look so stylish in these photos – the long coat looks perfect on you! Secondly, how adorable that sweater is for the dog and the bond between you two is so cute! 🙂
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Thank you Gabrielle, yes he’s a darling I’m so blessed to have a calm and loyal puppy like him! And thanks for your lovely comment dear, I’m glad you liked this ensemble! 🙂
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Kobi is such a cutie! Love the pics!
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Thanks Sarah! Glad we’re both dog lovers!! xo~
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such a pretty coat. been wanting a camel one for a while…very versatile!
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Thanks love!! It truly is!
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Lovely photos as always Lena! Love your outfit especially your camel coat! Kobi is just adorable!! Ting xo
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Awwww you two look adorable together! ❤
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1. Fantastic outfit (of course).
2. What I’m thankful for this year? I think that I started really develop myself.
this dog is super cool 🙂
have a nice day!
Aleksandra
http://lovestreetfashion.pl
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now this is called a stylish dog 😀
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