She Hid Around Corners

Striped shirt: Target, remixed * Pants: Old Navy * Jacket: thrifted * Shoes: Common Crow Vintage

You guys, I had to stay so still for these pictures! I missed my daylight outdoor photo opportunity, but I'm sick to death of using the flash on my camera, since it messes with colors and makes everything look fake. I love posing in our little living room, especially with the fantastic chair that Emily thrifted, but the light is pretty awkward, so I have to be more creative. So I upped the exposure on my camera, counted to ten, and held still. Out of dozens of pictures, only a few came out non-fuzzy, but I still like them more than the flash versions. How do you deal with low light photo situations? I know some of you have fancy DSLR cameras that let you tinker with the light settings more (isn't there a low-light lens on some of them?), but for those of you with point-and-shoots, do you have any tips? We're heading into the dark months now, so there will be less daylight opportunities for awhile.

I also wanted to thank you all for your wonderful comments on my last post. Your words of wisdom, support, and kindness were exactly what I needed yesterday (which ended up being a pretty trying day). I'm definitely going to work on prioritizing myself sometimes. Last night, that meant lying on the couch and talking with the roomies, followed by a belt fashion show (this consisted of me trying on every belt in Kelli's closet) and giggling at The Florence and the Machine Baby. Plus, take-out pad thai. And a gin and tonic. And more belts. It was lovely.

I'm planning on lots more recuperating this weekend, too. I definitely have some work that needs to get done, but I'm already thinking of ways to organize my time around fun things also. I think I mentioned this already, but Joe is coming to Chicago this weekend, which is fantastic. He actually gets in tonight, which means an extra day together. I can't wait to hang out with him here, take a break from driving, and enjoy a few days off together. Also, the weather is just perfect for a relaxing weekend. It's cold, and the leaves have almost all finally fallen, so it will be perfect to just curl up with some tea and a book and a Joe and call it a day. I know it's only Thursday, but what are your weekend plans?

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Title song: Florence and the Machine, "Dog Days Are Over"