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Like many of you out there, I am undeniably a RTC addict. Every time that I am on my computer (and let me tell you that is a lot since I am also addicted to my dear puter) the RTC window is open. Sometimes I bring my laptop to class for the sole purpose of checking in. During a busy day away from my room I swing by the library to sneak a peek at what items are up. I often time daily activities around how much time is left on a sale. And when I am forced to be away from the computer for an extended length of time I agonize over what I might be missing, both in terms of clothing and CC gossip.

However, I am also probably different from many of you in that April 21 marked the three month anniversary (minus one day) of my discovery of RTC and also the day of my VERY FIRST PURCHASE. Now you may be wondering how in the !&$@ I managed to go an entire three months of obsessive window shopping, watching all of those gorgeous cloths pass by without giving in to the giant pink BUY IT button even once. I will justify this mainly by the fact that I am an extremely broke college student with absolutely no form of income. I have already bought waaay too much this year prior to my RTC discovery and I have been trying very hard to be a (semi) good girl and avoid dipping into the savings account, so I’ve been holding out for the perfect item, which I knew would come. There have been some items that I desperately wanted but invoked all my human strength to resist, such as the linQ hooded jacket (omg I still pine after this).

Finally, on linQ day I snagged the linQ Short Puff Sleeve Smock Top on crazy sale during the lightning round. Once I had started my cart,cheap mac makeup, I bought the C&C Fleece 3/4 Sleeve Scoop Top the very next day! (see below for pictures)

Now that I have officially made my first purchases I am going to try to be more vocal around here and stop being such a lurker. So, since I feel kind of like a creeper because I know so much about many of you but none of you really know me, here are a few things about me: I am from California, Bay Area/Oakland specifically, but I am currently finishing up my junior year at a small liberal arts college in Ohio (big change I know) where I major in environmental studies. I love animals, especially my beloved doggie,mac makeup wholesale, horses, and baby tapirs! Oh, and I’m phoenix88 on CC so look for me!

Here are my purchases:

(I’m a little shy about showing my face still, but maybe one day soon…Also please excuse any awkwardness, self-timing in a tiny single dorm room is quite challenging I discovered.)

linQ Short Puff Sleeve Smock Top in Putty, size L

This item is currently up on crazy sale as I am writing this and I can’t believe there are even three left because I love this top. I must admit, blasphemous as it may be, I am not a huge fan of linQ, but after receiving this shirt I may have to reconsider. It is super, super soft and the perfect mixture of flowy and fitted so it hugs the curves but disguises any problem areas (read: the permanent food baby I am carrying). I am 5′11” and I’m pretty sure I can pull this off as a *short* dress, which is pretty exciting, otherwise I will pair it with leggings. Snag this while you can ladies!!

C&C Fleece 3/4 Sleeve Scoop Top in Panzy,wholesale mac makeup, size L

I’m a big fan of C&C so when I came home from a class on the school farm and this was up with under 5 minutes to go I panicked and bought it, and I’m so glad that I did! Like the linQ it has great shape but drapes nicely and I love the wide neckline. I can tell already that I am going to get a lot of wear out of this one.

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Here’s part two of my fourth package!

Finally the non-LinQ items:

Aude Hudson Tank Top – White – Size 1

I love this tank. It’s very dressy, and I love the thin straps at the top, that still conceal the bra straps. When I first put it on, I felt like a million bucks. It’s so soft and comfortable, but I would note that it was a tiny bit tight! When I put it on the first time, a few stitches popped, so you have to be careful with it, and as you can tell,wholesale mac makeup, it is a bit sheer on the bottom – time to tone up, Erin. In any case, I can’t wait to play around with jewelry and accessories – anyone have any suggestions?

Aude Madden Racerback Tank – Creme – Size 1

Another winner. I can’t wait to wear this under other shirts (for example, the Aude Faye 3/4 in Coffee in my cart now!) or even by itself when it gets to be summer. I love racerbacks – I just think they give such a good figure and of course provide some extra air when it’s really hot out! Now I just need a good crossback bra to wear…

Paige Premium Denim San Marino Jeans in Black Overdye – Size 26

Yes, I was worried these wouldn’t fit. And yes, they are a bit tight. However, with a flowy top to conceal the muffin top, I am perfectly content with these jeans. They were a steal on crazy sale, and they are perfect for wearing in front of clients at work. So next step is… address the massive inseam and make it more fun-sized like me…

Zlush Signature Skull Button Skirt – Black – Size 3 (not pictured)

Okay, sue me… I didn’t get a picture of myself in the infamous Zlush skirt. I promise that the first time I wear it out, I’ll have someone take a picture of me. To be honest, I didn’t know what to wear with it, so I skipped it altogether. It does fit amazingly though, so I am happy about that. Now I just need an excuse to wear it!

Three pieces of sad news – I am returning the LinQ Lurex Long Sleeve V Neck Tee – Sapphire – XS,cheap mac makeup, the LinQ Crisscross dress – Emerald – Size XS and the LinQ Tier Slip Dress – Black – Size XS. The V Neck was absolutely gorgeous but way too baggy for my taste. The Crisscross dress was adorable but too small in the arms for me, and it just didn’t hit me the right way through the back. The Tier dress was a bit too big,mac makeup wholesale, so it looked like I was a little girl playing dress up. All are really pretty and I am a little disappointed, but luckily it’ll give another lucky girl a chance to snag one!

My next cart is starting to fill up – can’t wait to get back to you all with the next batch

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I thought I would give the RTC community a peek in to my personality now that I am going to be blogging (on top of spending all my grocery money here). Isn’t it nice to be able to tie useless fun facts about someone to their blogs? Yep, I think so too.

1. My sisters are my best friends. I’m one of “those” people – and proud of it.

2. I’m a Minnesotan by birth, self-proclaimed Chicagoan by fate.

3. Northwestern University is the best school in the Big 10 Conference, and possibly in the country. Why? Because I said so.

4. I’ve been a competitive swimmer my entire life. I swam in elementary school and throughout college, and I swim for a Masters team now. I even competed in the Olympic Trials in 2004,wholesale mac makeup!

5. I’m a Pi Phi and I drink the Pi Phi Kool-Aid.

6. Everything I know about life I learned from “Sex and the City.”

7. I really,cheap mac makeup, really,mac makeup wholesale, really, REALLY like Oreos… and skim milk… and oatmeal with fruit on top… and pinot noir.

8. I’m attracted to things that are the color pink like a bug is attracted to light.

9. The best thing to do on Saturday morning during any season but winter is go for a run along the Lake Michigan lakefront. The best thing to do on Saturday morning when it’s -25 outside is cozy up with a good book and relish a Venti Skinny Hazelnut Latte from Starbucks.

10. I comparison shop to a fault. I need the best items at the best price or I won’t buy a thing – which is probably why I am hooked on RTC!

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Okay, here is the thing. After waiting so long to get married (31) and then waiting a few more years to start a family (something I recommend if at all possible,cheap mac makeup!), I was up there at 34 and 36 when I had my boys. Possibly it is my delayed jump into motherhood that caused my lack of foresight, but somehow, the fact that I would be spending the majority of my summers running from one baseball game to another has completely taken me by surprise. And I do mean the majority! With my older son making the all-star team and my younger son’s seasons getting a late start due to all the rain (where is global warming when you need it!), I have realized that I will be attending games until the end of July/beginning of August.

So, I have accepted this reality. But, it does not mean I have to go down in a fashion defeat. Therefore, I decided to rise to the occasion,wholesale mac makeup, take all my great acquisitions from RedTagCrazy, and embark on my own Baseball Season Fashion Adventure.

Although it would be vastly more simple to just throw on the t-shirt, jeans and tennis shoes for games days, I find I am just incapable of this simplicity (is it bad that when my husband asked me if I wanted one of my son’s team shirts to wear to games I said only if they came in girly sizes…?).

Here are my latest outfits. It has been so hit and miss with rained out games, rescheduled games, overlapping games – but I finally managed to put together four more outfits!

Honey Joe’s Jeans, cino Ruffle Silk Shirt in Turquoise

Okay, this outfit is kind of a cheat because I actually was coming from a business meeting prior to the game.  However,  I included it because I actually did wear it to a game, and yes, I did navigate the bleachers in 3″ heels with out breaking my neck!

James Jeans Capris, Aude Kathy Tee in Pink and linQ Ruffle Cardigan in Grey

This is not my usual color combination, but the James Jeans have a light pink stitching, thus the pink tee.  With the crazy cool weather, I have continued to need an extra layer for night games, so I added the grey cardi – one of my favorite linQ purchases from Spring Day.

Oh, and my fellow model,mac makeup wholesale, showing off his pitching extension!

With my new Linea Pelle Bag

Adriano Goldschmied Libery Crops, Vince Tank in Brown, Aude Geller Short Sleeve Tee in White and linQ Short Sleeve Hoodie in Mushroom.

There is possibly nothing better than a Vince shirt layered with an Aude Shirt!  Softness on softness.  And here again is my linQ hoodie – can’t say enought about the versitility of this item!

daNang Silk Cargos in Green, linQ Victorian Tank, linQ Short Sleeve Hoodie, Jessica Simpson Black Daria Wedge Shoes

Can’t always wear jeans (says the girl who has a closet full of them!) But, I don’t suggest wearing this outfit to a game where sitting on rough bleachers is required!