The Explorer

Sorry for the lack luster background, but I had to seize the opportunity with Cole being home. Instead of my back steps, imagine that I'm standing in a gorgeous field of flowing wheat! Btw, Cole says "Thanks!" for all the well wishes and crossed fingers; his interview went quite well. Yay! I heard back from my doctor- he wants me to keep taking the 12.5 mcg of Synthroid. Even though the drug isn't doing much for me now, after reading comments from a few of you with Hashimoto's, I'm confident that given time it will help!



Tressa, of Puppycatmeow, was kind enough to send me a lovely long braid to pair with the one I bought last week. She also sent me a pretty braided headband that you'll see me wearing soon! Wearing the two braids together makes me feel like a modern day Sacagawea! This look definitely has Halloween costume potential!


The Clothes Horse dress: ModCloth
Make a Wishbone necklace: c/o ModCloth
Tights: Target
Bradley boots: Jeffrey Campbell








So great! What a change from yesterday! Diversity is always a good thing.
You're so beautiful! You should really grow your hair out...which I know is what you're doing but you'll be cutting it, again, after that. I say enjoy it being long for a while before you cut it.
Oh my goodness I love those braids! I love your hair as it is, but you also look adorable with long braids! I've got to get some of those since I can't seem to let me hair grow out! ;) Cute dress, especially with the tights! :)
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I actually think that background's rather lovely!
Very pretty pictures.
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You look like a Native American Princess... I hope that darn medicine starts working for ya.
Maria, you're so beutiful with those braids and absolutely the outfits. I don't know but I think you're kinda look like an Indian girl here, hehe.
Love from Indonesia :)
such a cute look for you, esp. the hair. you remind me of a vintage swedish girl.
wow, I thought the braids were real! they look like you've always had them! the colour is perfec t with youur natural hair.. the dress too is very cute!
That's a fantastic look: gorgeous AND witty! Gonna have to get me some plaits.
your shoes and your hair, awesome!
Your dress is so pretty, and it looks amazing with your plaited hair =D
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Wow, the braids looks so real. This hairstyle really fits you, you look so cute!
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wow the braids looks great on you! Fingers crossed for your hubby
I just wanted to say, that I like it much more when you keep your lips natural.
I really like this look for you--a nice variation of the more preppy looks. The braids are fun--makes me want to get some too! I hope Cole is successful in his pursuits and the meds work out for you. I have a family member that takes the same meds you do and it took a while before there was an effect for her. Luckily, she did not need surgery.
I love those boots! (And the headband, and the long long braids!)
As for the Synthroid, give it time, and make sure not to take the generic version. I had severe concentration and energy problems which were fixed once I made the switch to the brand name, even at the same dosage. If it doesn't work out for you, there's a few less popular forms of thyroid hormone replacement (Armour and Cytomel, to name a few) that you can also try.
I honestly can't tell you how much I love this look!! The braids, the boots, the dress, the headband- everything!
Glad to hear Cole's interview went well! Hope you start feeling better soon.
x
Michal
Oh you're looking just like a beautiful squaw!:) Love your 'long hair' along with that lovely hairband. Simply adore your Outfit!
xx, Alice :)
I love it! The floral pattern and style of the dress are so cute! And I love your boots. I like the background, too. ;) It looks like you live in a really nice area. hehe
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Pocohontas! Hehe! Aw Maria glad to hear things are going well, we're all sending you our best wishes!
Elizabeth looked at your pictures and said "hugs!" Oh, and she'd like to "go for a walk" too.
This dress is lovely! I almost bought a blouse similar to this the other day :)
I really think you suit long hair with these braids. It's amazing how perfect the colours match.
Love this so much!
I'm a new follower of your blog and would love it if you'd take a look at mine. :)
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Wow your blog is so pretty cool, I really like it :P kisses, Irena <3
P.s maybe you can stop by the way :P
wow by far my favorite outfit! i think you should grow your hair long, i love it!!!
glad cole's interview went well, yay! i hate taking medicine but letting it take its course won't hurt....i am not sure familiar but what about doing acupuncture? it works for so many people and that way you are not putting chemicals in your body...?
xo,
cb
I think the background colours look pretty great! I love your braids - very Hiawatha! Your style is so very versatile. x
so cute! this put a smile on my face ^.^
I'm crossing my fingers that Cole gets the job!
and I'm positive that with time the drug will help ^.^
you're so beautiful! i like your hair and your outfit ! xx from Paris
How pretty! Really loved this look.
This is a beautiful outfit. I love the dress and those braids look amazing!
I actually like this setting! I think all the autumnal colours compliment your outfit and your amazing braids beautifully!
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This outfit!! It's so cute. And works so well with your hair. I love everything about it!
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omgosh everything about this is stunning. I love the Bradley boots from Jeffrey Campbell. The scenery is beyound this world it's amazing (:
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giiiiiirrrrrl, i love that dress on you. toooo cute!
This outfit is so cute! The braids look great on you and those boots are to die for, I really want a pair! :)
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I am so in love with that Modcloth dress. Looks great!
Wonderful outfit!!! I'm more than a little behind on your blog, but I'm so glad that you've gotten to the bottom of your recent health issues. I have more than one opinion on the matter, but I'll send you an email instead of flooding your comment box!
IM ACTUALLY OBSESSED WITH THIS OUTFIT! I got a drastic haircut in March (8 inches, so not that drastic, but drastic for me), I wish I had my length back, and i really want these braids!
Too freakin' cute! I love the braids!
When I was in college, I loved knowing about that part of the American history (I'm speaking about the Louisiana purchase). I didn't know about Sacagawea, though. Thanks for expanding my very limited knowledge about the USA.
I loved this scenery, by the way; and the blouse!
Miki.
These photos of you are beautiful. :) The long braids are cute.
Hey Pocahontas cutie! What an adorable outfit. It's fun to play with your hair sometimes, eh? This really makes me want to go look at some silent film stills for some reason!
xx
nancy
i have hashimoto's, and have been taking 125 mcg of synthroid daily for over 18 months, and i still see no difference in my overall health. my doctor just said to trust that i would be a lot worse if i wasn't on it.
also, you have to wait 6-8 weeks for the dose change to fully set, so that might be another reason you see no difference.
You look BREATHTAKING! and your boots are simply to die for!
I loveeee this outfit!:)
My mom had Hashimoto's...don't you worry everything will be fine!! If you need unofficial medical advice, email me anytime. I'm a 3rd year medical student - and I have a ton of resources available to help find answers to any questions you may ever have!
I'm kind of obsessed with the navy tights + JC boots pairing. I love it!!!
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I really Love this outfit!
Amazing pictures!
Like your blog!
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your style, hair and face is absolutely beautiful! x
love these pics and the vintage effect!
Great blog! <3
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Woah I was like "Wow, how come her hair is so long now?!" haha :)
These braids look so beautiful, they could really be your real hair, the colour matches perfectly!
I want fake braids too now!
Oh wow you look ace! Those braids really alter your look, Sacagawea eat your heart out ;)
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nice dress. mod cloth make good clothes indeed!
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So beautiful!!! I love this look so much an you look stunning as always dear!
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You look so absolutely amazing!! I love those braids on you!! AH!
your photo of the close up of you is really gorgeous. I love it. Also it is so cute when you bring in these braids of yours. I am sure it would look so pretty if your hair were that long too, but I'm a long hair enthusiast! cute outfit!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Love this look on you, braids really suit you! xxx
Hiii j'aime beaucoup cette tenue et tes longues tresses!
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it's ridiculous how much i love this! those braids are the best.