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To my fabulous and super supportive little chickens:

As an early, almost three years of blogging present to my merry little self, I officially made Matters of Merrymaking its own little .com!  That's right, be sure to change any bookmarks!

The blogspot.com address will redirect here, however, so you'll always be able to find me.

Thanks again for reading and being wonderful! 

Love to you all. Xo, Bekah.

Inopportune Inspiration

dress: asos (similar) // booties: barefoot tess // purse: target // necklace: eclectic ornaments

It often happens when I lay my head down to go to sleep at night that my mind comes alive with so many deep or humorous thoughts that would inspire the most amazing blog posts.  The exact opposite happens when I finally sit down at the computer with my free time and open up the blog.  Some people have these epiphanies and idea while showering or exercising, but no, I have them when I am barely conscious and incapable of remembering the clever idea that tied together my new shoes with world news.  I have heard people say that keeping a notebook or a journal next to the bed is the best idea to write these ideas down before you forget.  You think with my iPhone almost permanently attached to my hand, I could get it all together.  But no, here we both are halfway through a long-winded paragraph about how I don't do that and we both suffer because of it all.

One day, I will get it together.  For now, I share my favorite booties in the world and this new huge windchime they built in Overton Square.  Both are awesome.

Three Things

Just a quick post for a rainy Tuesday morning. Three things on my mind.

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Breaking Bad I know, I know everyone and their great Aunt Sally has been talking about this show, chickie just won an Emmy, and it is all coming to a close this weekend.  I am a super late band wagon jumper.  It took me a year to finally have enough stamina to stick it out through the first few seasons, but now I am super obsessed.  I finished season 4 in twenty four (ahem, I'm not ashamed) hours.  If all goes as planned, this week will wrap up season 5 and I will marathon the beejezus out of the current season and experience the finale with the rest of the world.

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To Knit or Not To Knit I decided the other day, that every modern merrymaker needs a skill.  Since cooking is far away from ever being my forte... I thought a hobby would suffice.  I needed a break from my Candy Crush obsession and you can knit while you watch massive amounts of Netflix (see first paragraph!) I consulted my extremely multi-talented mother and asked her to teach me to knit. Really, it's genius.  I love the idea of making chunky knit scarves and ear warming headbands for everyone in the most lovely autumn shades!  It is the little things in life.   Stay tuned, it is going well... just slooooooowly.

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The Great Perfume Hunt I'm on a hunt for a new scent.  I just hate going in to department stores for one, because all of the smells are very overwhelming and often... headache inducing.  Do any of my little chickens have perfume suggestions?  I like more floral, light tones.  Maybe I should just bite the bullet and order the One Direction engineered parfum.  It is worth buying if it attracts Harry Styles. I'm kidding... kinda. Thanks for reading! :) Happy 2-for-1 margarita day!

Perfect Pairs & Pizza Pies

dress: ASOS //  booties: barefoot tess //  necklace: dots //  purse: steve madden // shades:  calvin klein 

What are your favorite things to do on the perfect weather weekends? My go-to plan is DEFINITELY a patio!  Also, a shift dress and booties make the perfect pair! The weather was the definition of early fall perfection on Saturday and I took full advantage! My siblings, my mom, and I wanted to grab lunch on a patio and I knew just the place. Downtown, Aldo's Pizza Pies has an amazing S. Main St. view of the trolley, princess horse carriages, and prime people watching.  Last time I went, it was really busy so I am glad we experienced a more laid back pizza experience.  Not to mention, they have some of the BEST local beers on draft.

my sisters and me :)
All in all, a pretty perfect fall afternoon with the fam. Hope your weekend was merry and delicious!

Sweet Home Casual Friday

jeans: dots \\  lynyrd skynyrd graphic tee: torrid \\ spiked gladiator sandals: nine west \\ cardi: target

This was such a casual outfit, I hesitated to post, but with all merrymaker honesty... I like this look.  It was thrown together five minutes before walking out the door, which has truly become my trademark routine.  I think I am obsessed with graphic tees!  Add a really cool design or a fun, semi-retro band on it, and I am all over it like a mango margarita.  I love the comfort and the versatility of a great graphic top!  With a skirt or jeans, you can have a fun outfit full of personality.  

(I have a One Direction shirt burning a hole in my chest of drawers, just begging for the right moment to shine.  Like a fine wine, it has to age.)

What are your go-to grabs for a super 

casual and comfy Friday?

ENJOY YOUR MERRY WEEKEND! 

Disclaimer:  If you wear a tee with a lady in a star spangled bikini on it, just prepare yourself for second glances.  Your hair looks fine, it's the shirt doing the talking.