June 5, 2012

Summer Katie


 dress: discovery  necklace: world market  

sandals: tjmaxx

A few summers ago, once school ended Chris referred to me many times as "Summer Katie."
Implying that in the summer I am a different person.

At first I was offended, thinking he must think (and then make others think) that I am unhappy, crabby and not as fun during the school year. 

Then I was honest with myself.  Let's be real here. 
Who wouldn't be more relaxed, enjoyable and more fun to be around when they aren't working?

I'm pretty sure I am.  

Well with today being the last day of school hello Summer Katie!  


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52 comments:

  1. PamelaJune 5, 2012 at 7:50 PM

    Oohhh Summer Katie, I'm jealous :) My mom is an assistant Pre-K teacher, so I get real jealous during the Summer, ha! Love your outfit! You wear the maxi so well!

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  2. CarlyJune 5, 2012 at 7:58 PM

    Hahaaaaa, all my friends say that there is "school Carly" and "summer Carly".....it's an occupational hazard I think!

    Hope you are doing something fun tonight to celebrate!

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  3. Kate @ DaffodilsJune 5, 2012 at 8:15 PM

    Congrats on your last day of school. Love your maxi!

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  4. FaithJune 5, 2012 at 8:43 PM

    I am very jealous Summer Katie. I should have gone to school to teach, hehe.

    Loving your sandals!

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  5. Chrissy + NateJune 5, 2012 at 8:47 PM

    Yay for Summer Katie!!!! Wahoo for school being out!

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  6. Kara ReneeJune 5, 2012 at 8:48 PM

    Hello Summer Katie! Can't wait to see what even more awesome things you might have in store this summer. Love the outfit! I've been dying for a maxi dress, but can never find the perfect fit!

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  7. Meredith SledgeJune 5, 2012 at 9:05 PM

    That maxi is cute!! I just went to T.J. Maxx today and my mom and I found not sandals, but some really cute dresses! So excited!

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  8. LauraJune 5, 2012 at 9:25 PM

    Yay Summer Katie! Love the maxi dress!

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  9. HimaJune 5, 2012 at 9:37 PM

    Hey there Summer Katie! You look beautiful in that dress and I love the shoes :)

    <3Hima

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  10. KristinJune 5, 2012 at 10:29 PM

    Um yes! Welcome to the world of sleeping in and wearing gym shorts everyday. It's awesome.

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  11. Jessica @ Here(and)NowJune 5, 2012 at 11:00 PM

    Hello summer! Super jealous... but after all the work you do teaching, you totally deserve it!
    xx
    Here&Now

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  12. Megan, TfDiaries.comJune 5, 2012 at 11:04 PM

    love the maxi!

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  13. BettyJune 5, 2012 at 11:13 PM

    This made me laugh. I used to teach first grade so I can completely relate to this. And boy do I wish I had this summer off! Enjoy!!

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  14. still being [molly]June 5, 2012 at 11:20 PM

    katie you look SO chic in that dress! and that necklace is from WORLD MARKET? i love it!!!! i knew i loved that store

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  15. Because Shanna Said SoJune 5, 2012 at 11:46 PM

    Bring on Summer!!! Congrats on finishing up the school year!!! Love the maxi and statement necklace...looking might fine! ;)
    xo,
    Shanna

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  16. Lauren ShawJune 6, 2012 at 6:54 AM

    When I was in school, Jim used to talk about Summer Lauren too : ) I am feeling a little jealous of your summer break right now, but so happy that you get to relax and take a break! And now we can talk during the day!,

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  17. high heels ☆ high expectationsJune 6, 2012 at 7:29 AM

    Great post! Love this outfit.
    Now following you, Hope you'll follow back!(:

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  18. Amy ShaughnessyJune 6, 2012 at 8:12 AM

    If today is your last day, do you start back in late August? I remember getting out of school mid May. (But this has been 15 years ago...I'm probably not remembering correctly.) I love the necklace by the way. I always forget about World Market for jewelry options.

    Amy

    fashionandbeautyfinds.blogspot.com

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  19. ChelseaJune 6, 2012 at 8:15 AM

    LOVE LOVE your style! :)

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  20. TheTinyHeartJune 6, 2012 at 8:19 AM

    Woohoo, it's your last day! You certainly look ready for summer in that gorgeous maxi dress :)

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart

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  21. AnnieJune 6, 2012 at 8:26 AM

    Oh HEY Summer Katie - nice to meet you! LOVE that maxi, and your necklace is so pretty :)

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

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  22. JaneJune 6, 2012 at 8:33 AM

    Your necklace is adorable. Love it !!

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  23. Amanda RabornJune 6, 2012 at 9:30 AM

    I think we all get a little more happy in the summer! Totally normal :) Not to mention, it's sunnier for longer which makes everything better! HAPPY summer to you, lady!

    Amanda
    It's an Easy Life

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  24. Jessie @ Dream and DifferJune 6, 2012 at 9:55 AM

    Wow, I love those sandals! Welcome to summer, Katie... or should I say Welcome, Summer Katie. ;-)

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  25. blissfulsewingJune 6, 2012 at 11:06 AM

    What a pretty dress,who would't love it!
    www.blissfulsewing.blogspot.com

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  26. Katie @ My Darling DaysJune 6, 2012 at 11:21 AM

    Yay for the last day of school! Let summer Katie come out in full force :)

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  27. AshleyJune 6, 2012 at 12:05 PM

    over from classic and bubbly...love your blog!!

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  28. J and AJune 6, 2012 at 12:52 PM

    LOVE that entire outfit. I adore that necklace! I love summer anything. :)

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  29. Lisa @ Organized ChaosJune 6, 2012 at 2:16 PM

    That outfit is great! I love World Market...you can find some really neat things in there...Your necklace is gorgeous...oh, and the shoes! :)
    ~Lisa @ OC

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  30. JessJune 6, 2012 at 2:47 PM

    Summer Katie...that's to funny :)
    I bet your fun to be around even when you are working though!

    You pull of a maxi well, girl...love it!

    xo

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  31. Redheaded DaybookJune 6, 2012 at 3:16 PM

    how pretty!!!
    love your necklace.

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  32. Fitness By AliciaJune 6, 2012 at 3:43 PM

    Yay for the last day of school! Love that dress with such a pretty necklace.

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  33. Fitness By AliciaJune 6, 2012 at 3:43 PM

    Yay for the last day of school! Love that dress with such a pretty necklace.

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  34. Jayme @ Her Late Night CravingsJune 6, 2012 at 4:19 PM

    Congrats on your last day! That's awesome!! I need to get into a World Market soon. Lots of great stuff!

    Jayme @ Her Late Night Cravings

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  35. Simply LKJJune 6, 2012 at 4:30 PM

    Ha, love it! You could call my Katie, Summer Katie too! LOL I think everyone is a bit more relaxed and laid back in summer. Enjoy the break.

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  36. The Olive Tree BlogJune 6, 2012 at 4:38 PM

    oh enjoy your break!!

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  37. DanaveeJune 6, 2012 at 5:10 PM

    Love that necklace! I'm glad school is out for BOTH of us!

    Thanks again for stopping by the blog!

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  38. his little ladyJune 6, 2012 at 5:52 PM

    you are too funny, girl! and it's true! we are all a little bit more relaxed and care free in the summer time. that's what makes the summer so amazing :)
    xo TJ

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  39. MakailaJune 6, 2012 at 6:06 PM

    cute maxi lady!!

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  40. BrittanyJune 6, 2012 at 9:14 PM

    Love this look! That necklace is perfection.

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  41. Michelle @ Delicate ConstructionJune 6, 2012 at 10:13 PM

    Love that dress, looks put together but comfortable! Thanks for sharing and I am a new follower! Hope you have a great rest of your week!
    Michelle
    www.delicateconstruction.com

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  42. Jennifer @ Delightfully NotedJune 6, 2012 at 11:14 PM

    Love the dress summer Katie...tee hee that's funny. Heck, I'd be a happier person if I had the summer off too:)

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  43. Erin James June 7, 2012 at 12:31 AM

    pretty dress!!!!!!!!!!! love that color :) hope youre having a great week sweetie! xo

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  44. Priscila@mommodeJune 7, 2012 at 3:07 AM

    You know I'm no longer a teacher, but I still get a different persona when summer comes around.
    I found your blog a while back through WIWW and I love it!
    Have a fun summer!

    www.mommode.wordpress.com

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  45. LaurenJune 7, 2012 at 6:06 AM

    I am a different person in the summer too! It's like as soon as the kiddos leave on that last bus out, all my stresses and crazy melts away! Enjoy these days:-)

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  46. StefaniaJune 7, 2012 at 9:07 AM

    You are so beautiful and I love your blog!!

    If you want take a look at my blog, we can follow each other on gfc and facebook if you want...
    Stephilà Creations-Myfashionblog

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  47. Amy @ My Life and Other NonsenseJune 7, 2012 at 9:49 AM

    Found your blog over at Hollie Takes Notes. So cute! I'm excited to follow. Oh, and I feel the same way about summer. I'm always happier and more carefree!

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  48. Rolled Up PrettyJune 7, 2012 at 12:42 PM

    Okay... that dress is TOTALLY calling my name! SO CUTE!

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  49. Erin @ Currently CovetingJune 7, 2012 at 1:22 PM

    LOVE your maxi! And I agree summertime makes everyone a wee bit happier!

    XO,
    Erin
    http://erinscurrentlycoveting.blogspot.com

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  50. LauraJune 8, 2012 at 9:55 AM

    That is so funny - I think I would totally be the same way, but alas I work year-round. I do get to leave my work at work though. At 5 o'clock I'm done and I like it that way!

    I have a similar dress - it's first maxi dress I've bought and I don't know why because they are SO comfy! I also always forget that World Market has such cool jewelry. Love that necklace!

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  51. mKJune 11, 2012 at 9:18 PM

    I love that necklace!! You look soo adorable sooooo often!!!

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  52. Sam June 12, 2012 at 8:09 AM

    I definitely have a "summer sam" alter ego and I cannot wait to let it out. Three more days of school until I can be happy, carefree summer sam!

    Glad to hear it's not just me!

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