The Golden Globes 2015

What an incredible show this year huh? George Clooney's speech was unforgettable, seeing Channing Tatum helping his wife so lovingly was adorable and the attire this year was astounding (The Good Wife should have won some Globes but hey... that's none of my business). These A listers are really doing a fantastic job with their wardrobe. Props to them and all of the people behind the scenes making those looks come to life. Emma Stone's jumpsuit was so perfectly her and Melissa McCarthy's semi homemade outfit looked so chic and comfortable!
Does anyone else ever find themselves comparing the red carpet to high school? Well I certainly did this year! When Ryan Seacrest from E! was interviewing Reese Witherspoon and then Kate Hudson and then Jennifer Aniston all in a row I just couldn't help but think... my God... they must be the cool chicks on that carpet... George is like the hot teacher everyone loves, Channing is the jock everyone wants, Emma is the cool girl way ahead of the trends, Lupita is the one in acting classes that everyone knows will make it big after graduation. There are seriously just so many connections between that carpet and high school I could go on for days. Anyone else? Anyone? Anyone??
Moving on... here's my top 3 and let me tell you.. it was so hard to pick just 3! Reese certainly should have been on the list, and Chrissy Teigen, but here's the 3 I just couldn't get over:

1. JLO! This dress was too stunning for words. Hugs every inch of her and that cape/train?! Dead. So so great! The gown was Zuhair Murad haute couture. 

2. Not only was this lovely lady nominated and selected for Best Actress but she also looked aaaammmaaazzzziiiinnnggg!! Sequins and feathers? Gray to black? Everything my little heart could dream of! You rocked that Givenchy, Julianne!

3. And for my 3rd favorite look it is none other than Taylor Schilling in this red, long, cut out, Ralph Lauren gown. I think Ralph Lauren is always so classic and the fabric always looks SO soft and luxurious. Also... there is just something about red on the red carpet. To me it seems very daring yet also perfect.

I am so blown away with the designs this year... I only wish I could be one of the lucky few on that carpet in those incredible dresses. I can only imagine what the rest of awards season has to offer!

2015 Plan of Attack!

Isn't it funny how things can change so much from December 31st to January 1st? Suddenly people are going to the gym, not eating their favorite foods, not watching TV and staying away from social media. Why is it that just because the number of the year changes we feel that we too, must change? I don't necessarily know if I have any resolutions for 2015 but I know that I want to accomplish things this year. I am not going to plan on working out more or eating healthier because I don't think I am at a time in my life where those types of goals are really obtainable so why not be honest about it? I'm going to work out when I feel like it, I'm going to eat how I want and I'm going to stay up too late watching The Challenge.. There you go 2015! Honesty! In all serious faces; here are some goals for 2015

2015

• Continue to build this blog. Stick to a posting schedule and build a greater following 
• Graduate from my Masters program!
• Budget! Try to save more money, try to write down every dollar spent, and work towards paying off debt. 
• Travel somewhere new, at least once this year 
• Start to cook more
• Don't be so judgmental... Focus on myself and my progress. Not other people. 

Those are my goals for this year. I hope to accomplish more than that but I don't really know what it is that I want to accomplish so I'm going to stick with the basics.
What are your goals? Or resolutions? 

A Different Type of Christmas

I always feel very fortunate to be the person I am, to come from the family I come from & to have the material items that I have. I am in no way wealthy, or even "comfortable" but I know that if I need help with a utility bill or want to consider furthering my education, I can get that help & I have the option to think about more school. I am a very lucky person to have a roof over my head, money in the bank to pay the bills & the occasional extra dollar or two for a Dr. Pepper.
That is why when Christmas rolls around I honestly get very stressed out. I can't afford to buy all the presents that I want to buy for my amazing family & friends & those same amazing people don't actually NEED anything.. Why am I stressing to buy things I can't really afford for people who are just as fortunate as myself?

Well this year my family made a much needed change! 

This Christmas my family & I decided to buy no presents for each other: except for the young kiddos of course. Instead the focus was on sharing a warm, delicious meal & great conversation. The money that is normally spent around the holidays went to much greater places. My students & I created over 100 cards for hospitalized children, my mother & I "adopted" two foster children & fulfilled their Christmas wish lists, & other family members donated toys & money to the local Youth in Need shelter.
Now I am not saying that this different type of Christmas is for everyone & I don't even know if this will continue to be our new tradition but the lack of stress I felt this year and the joy of giving to those who really need it... It is an irreplaceable feeling.
If you are feeling charitable here is the link for Cards for Hospitalized Children: Cards for Kids
This is a great, year round program that distributes cards to kids in hospitals all over the country!
This is the Ambassadors for Children link where we "adopted" foster children for Christmas but they have many programs! Have an old prom dress? Donate it so it can be reused! They accept new infant clothing as well! And many other programs! Ambassadors for Children
I hope you all had a very Merry Christmas.
Do any of you have any unique holiday traditions?

The Drama is Back!

FINALLY! Finally an episode that I was just on the edge of my seat about. 

1. I feel so horribly bad for Katie. To have your relationship constantly attacked by not only your boyfriends' friends but they also happen to be your coworkers?! I feel bad for anyone who is in that situation. Now the cheating thing... I don't believe at all that Tom would actually go all the way with another woman when he is in such a committed relationship with Katie but it is heartbreaking to know that he even made out with another woman. By my calculations that means that Katie and Tom were already 3 years into their relationship... that's a big deal!

2. Stassi and Kristen and a real conversation?! I must have missed it if that seen was apart of previews because I was literally floored to see Stassi sit down across from Kristen. It was refreshing to see two old friends that had experienced so much hurt actually be able to have a conversation but it also was so sad to know that they could still be friends had Kristen not made that horrific mistake. Kristen is human, it's normal to make mistakes but (speaking from personal experience) I know that the pain Stassi has had to endure because of that mistake is just too much. Props to both of them for being mature and sharing some wine and gossip together.

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I'm not sure if anyone knows this or not but... my name is Shelbie and I am a Bravo-holic. Honestly if I am the last person watching the TV, when it turns back on... It's Bravo.. If I'm watching the TV it's more than likely... Bravo. I have been absent lately with my Vanderpump Rules dishing but honestly I haven't been highly impressed with the episodes but next week looks pretty juicy! Right now I am going to live blog about Real Housewives. Yes, this is one day after it premiered but I was taking a final last night so here we go!

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills: Pay Attention to Me 

1. That title is everything. It sums of all Housewives franchises and honestly.. me!
2. "I guess it's good to be over the 5... No it all sucks, I hate it all!" Love hearing Lisa Rinna talk about aging, absolutely hilarious. She's become an instant favorite of mine.
3. GIGI!!! How can I be her?? She is not only beautiful but her jet set lifestyle seems so dreamy.

4. "We need to get some friends that are a little fluffier." -Kyle Richards... isn't that what we are all thinking? Oh just me?
5. Brandi's ex wants child support?? She is trying to be independent because he left her high and dry and now he is suing her?! I just can't...

6. O.M.G. "Looks like a black tie" "Has a cocktail waitress look" DO YOU KNOW THE DESIGNER IS STANDING BEHIND YOU??? How horrible...
7. On the Brandi and Lisa argument: I have Lisa's back 100%. I think that Brandi totally messed up and that phone call was absurd. "Well if you don't want to talk then we don't have to." Can we please not be passive aggressive? Grow up Brandi. 

I'm excited to learn more about this new wife, Eileen, next week!

A Time for Thanks

This is a time of year when the leaves start to change and fall, the weather gets colder, the scarves get thicker and an overall sense of gratitude fills the air. I believe that mid-November through the New Year is a time of year when people are given time off for so many holidays that there is a sense of togetherness and love that you just can't avoid. It doesn't hurt that trees are on display and lights begin to guide your dark drive home. I for one absolutely love this time of year. My birthday was not too long ago and I like the time spent together with friends and family. I hate the cold. Hate the snow. And hate scraping ice off of my car. But otherwise.. it's not too shabby.

I decided long ago that I would not let sale prices and extended hours ruin my holidays or warm spirit. I pledge not to shop at all on Thanksgiving and if I don't have the time on "Black Friday" either.. oh well. I used to work at a place that would open at midnight Thanksgiving night. For me, those extra hours absolutely killed my holiday spirit. I couldn't sleep correctly, I was stressed and worst of all I couldn't even enjoy my holidays because I knew work was looming.. only a few hours away.
I hope that all of you are able to enjoy your holidays however it is that you enjoy them. Maybe that is by shopping, maybe you even shop with your family! Or maybe you stay in with your boyfriends' family, in your PJ pants and play board games ;) either way, HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

My List of Thanks: 

•  My education, and that I have a great assistantship
• My family, for always being there & giving me many laughs
• My boyfriend for dealing with my high highs and my low lows and for never his never failing love 
• The blessing of having the means to pay the bills, turn on the heat and eat a good meal

2014 AMAs... Or really the 2014 Live Concert with Awards

I can't help but consider the American Music Awards a live mashup concert with some awards in between performances and great outfits. Anyone else feel this way? We all have that one radio station in town that plays just the top hits from country, rap, R&B, hip hop etc. and the AMAs are when this radio station gets to come to life! Without further ado, here are my hot and not lists from the show. I must say... I was less than overwhelmed this year. 

My Hot List:

  Selena in Giorgio Armani Prive

 I know this was just an on stage dress but I think Taylor rocked this fringe mini like no ones business!

 Fergie in Halston Heritage - to me this is a classy slit, unlike my not list slit!

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My Not List:

Yes... seriously... all 3 of them are on my not list. Of course the dresses are made by fabulous designers and they each fit the girls like a glove but all 3 of them are just.. WHAT ARE THEY?? Are those safety pins? Can we not see your entire thy.. for one? And what's with the mesh? I just can't.



What looks were you loving and hating this year?