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Thursday

Outfit: Confetti Day

On a sunny day in May 2021, Nathan Adhikari and I rented a car and made our way out to Whilmette, Illinois in Chicagoland and we had such a fun day shooting two looks in the park and at the beach. We have been friends now over 10 years and his influence on my life has been larger than I could have ever imagined. Thank you, Nathan and Sarah for including me in your life.. I am humbled by your generosity and kindness! 
If you've been reading my blog for a while now, you might know I name my outfits after some of my favorite songs. This outfit is named Confetti Day after a song by Hot Chocolate. I bought the whole LP a year ago and have loved the band ever since.
Much has changed in my life in the last couple of years since the pandemic.. I started attending college (again!) for Diagnostic Ultrasound and now I currently work for the last two years at Barnes Jewish Hospital in the abdomen and small parts department and I love it. I have completely changed my life and added more talents to my arsenal. I still love arranging flowers, styling fashion shoots, photography, sewing and painting. I find myself yearning to tackle more of these adventures now that I have broken into the healthcare world, but I don't see myself ever stopping ultrasound. What a cool job to investigate the pathology or lack thereof of humans' bodies. I love being able to answer the question of why someone has pain. It is so satisfying to be useful in this way to people. I truly love what I do and I love that I have all these creative hobbies from going to "finishing school" I like to call it. LOL
Outfit details:
Cherry heels: Butrich 
Dress: vintage, found at a thrift store
Balloons: Luft Balloons in Chicago 
Socks, orange bag: Ali Express 
Orange Scarf: Vintage, Estate Sale in Chicago
Pink flower ring: repurposed vintage on etsy 
Sunglasses: on loan from lovely roomie Nadia :)
ALL PHOTOS BY THE INCREDIBLE NATHAN ADHIKARI 

 love, Polly

Saturday

Charlotte Jane Memorial Cemetery in Coconut Grove, Miami

 Back in December 2020 my parents and I visited the historic Charlotte Jane Memorial Cemetery in Coconut Grove in between our tours of tropical gardens in the area. This cemetery is rumored to be part of the inspiration for Michael Jackson's Thriller music video. I saw this graveyard from the road and immediately was intrigued. I have loved roaming graves for years, but I've never been to a cemetery as thrilling as this! Back in 2016 I visited Nola on a solo trip and explored many historic cemeteries alone. I love reading what the epitaphs say.. I love seeing how old the dates are. 

I don't think my parents totally understand my obsession but they humored me and joined me on the little tour. Thanks for humoring my love of morbid things, Mom & Dad! <3


thanks for taking a look. Do you enjoy visiting cemeteries? What's your favorite part?

love, polly

Thursday

Outfit: Florida Keys Christmas

Traveling to the Florida Keys is a tradition in my family as you might have noticed... and after the year 2020 presented I decided to take my ticket and just go for it. I spent Thanksgiving alone while everyone else seemed to gather with their families. I did my best to always wear my mask and stay away from other people. It was so incredibly nice to be in the sun and swim in a heated pool. Seeing the palm trees and iguanas roaming around is also always a favorite part for me. I am really thankful I was able to spend the holiday with my parents seeing beautiful nature and we were able to eat our meals outside while distancing ourselves.
Happy New Year!
love, polly