This vest is from Banana Republic but I also like these
(all reasonably priced) HERE and HERE 

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These snakeskin pumps also tie in with the gray palette, but add in some texture to keep things interesting. Similar HERE and HERE (LOVE).

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If this sounds familiar, it's because women have a tough time believing that we're really NOT responsible for the happiness of others. We're programed to be people pleasers and we feel obligated to take on everyone else's feelings and make things right. We have the need to be liked and accepted, and when that doesn't happen, it shakes us to our core.

After the Facebook incident, I dug deep into that "who am I" place. At 54, I still don't like to disappoint others...rational or not these feelings are real. I shared my experience with some friends and they all "got it"...seems I'm not the only one who feels this way (phew). One of my friends told me that when people are disappointed with her, old childhood feelings of "being in trouble" surface. Another friend told me that she beats herself up and always tries to find a way to make things better. Why do we do this to ourselves? Ugh?

It was surprising to me that I got rattled over something so benign...but I did. The funny thing is that no matter how much energy we put into trying to make people like us, there will always be some who don't. That's life.

How do you deal with acceptance? Have you learned ways to shrug off negativity?

Check out this article by Denise Restauri on the subject. Interesting stuff.

I'd love to hear from you. We're all in this together.

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A cape always makes me feel chic and put-together....plus it's warm! You can't see my teeth chattering but they were clanking up a storm. It was SO cold!

This dress may be simple, but it has some very special details. I love the mix of faux leather and a zipper accent paired with the plaid skirt. So many dresses look the same these days but this one is different!

Thanks for stopping by! See you soon!

XO Susan

This slouchy Rebecca Minkoff bag can fit a ton of stuff, yet it's super lightweight and easy to carry. Here is a similar bag that's a bit more affordable HERE (love the fringe too).

How do you feel about going gray? Are you ready to take the leap? Or have you already gone through the process--and if so, how has it changed your life? Like I said, I'm not ready to stop coloring my hair, although I am a bit curious as to what the "real me" would look like!

Have a fabulous weekend!
XO Susan

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Why is it that us women have such a hard time accepting compliments? I mean isn't it wonderful to hear nice things about ourselves? Shouldn't we soak it all in and bask in the glory?