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May 27, 2016 By Ruthie Ridley 56 Comments

Happy Friday everyone!! I can’t believe we are ending another week!!! I have to work today which is fine, because I have the entire weekend off!! The kids and I are headed to SF for an overnight to celebrate a friend’s birthday at the beach! My family LOVES the beach! In fact we already have a trip planned for both June and July near the water.  We are stoked.  Ben has to work this weekend so he and Charlie will hold down the fort.  Also, do you remember Charlie? Our new black lab?  He is gorgeous! Still driving me NUTS (waking me up at 445 am most mornings) but he is cute and HUGE.  A whopping 4o pounds.  I just had to share!

Funny story about this dress!! I actually ordered a completely different outfit. Yes, this is not what I ordered lol. I actually ordered a black jumpsuit and this came in the mail(insert big eye emoji)!  It was one of those things where I was like… welllll I have a shoot in an hour.  I can see if this works or just return it and shoot that look next time.  I tried it on and was like “Wow!! I can actually do this!” Who knows why this happened, I probably put this thing in the cart while I was yelling at the dog and pulling Judah from the chandelier, but truth be told, I am glad I got this dress. It showed me a few things! 1) Go outside of the box sometimes.  I honestly would have never chosen this color red.  Why? Because it is different and in my opinion unsafe and out of my comfort zone.  Because I tried something different, I am now aware of another color that totally works for me! 2) Try things on.  Even if you just swear that a certain style, or that color won’t look good on you, try it and you just might be shocked at how amazing you look!! So this miss-hap actually turned out in my favor!! I linked a few other of my favorites from ASOS below!!  Let me know what you think and which one is your favorite!!! As always, thank you so much for stopping by the blog!!! Happy weekend!!! Much love,

Ruthie xo

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  1. Ilissa Nolan says

    May 27, 2016 at 7:17 am

    Perfect off the shoulder dress. Looking good girl!

    xoxo,

    Ilissa

    http://southernsassyandsocial.blogspot.com/

  2. Kristin Kruse says

    May 27, 2016 at 7:38 am

    Uhmmmm yes! You definitely rock red & should totally have more of this color in your life! I think I will be ordering this today as well 😉 Have a great time at the beach–so jealous you’re close enough to make that a weekend trip!

    xox,
    Kristin

  3. Amanda | Glitter & Spice says

    May 27, 2016 at 8:39 am

    Love this bright red dress, pretty girl!!! You look so gorgeous 🙂
    XO Amanda | http://www.glitterandspice.com

  4. Mariam says

    May 27, 2016 at 10:02 am

    Happy Friday, Ruthie! Your weekend getaway sounds lovely! Wish I was going near the beach! And i think this dress came to you on purpose – you look gorgeous in it!

    Wishing you the loveliest weekend!

    xo Mariam | The Petite Bijou

  5. Nicole Leffew says

    May 27, 2016 at 10:40 am

    Ruthie you should wear red more girl, you look like a goddess! So gorgeous! And I am super jealous about your vacations planned. Also my dog wakes me up super early too, luckily she goes back to bed after she eats lol. Have a good weekend mama! Xo

  6. Sahra says

    May 27, 2016 at 10:45 am

    you look gorgeous! I’m all about the off the shoulder trend!

    XO Sahra
    Que Sera Sahra

  7. Annie says

    May 27, 2016 at 10:51 am

    WOW – red is YOUR COLOR mama!!! I just love this on you! Perfect OTS dress and I can’t wait to see it on you next week!! Have fun in SF with the kiddos!!!!
    xo Annie
    http://thelovelygirl.co

  8. Rebecca Hicks says

    May 27, 2016 at 11:06 am

    I LOVE the color on you! You look so good in it. And the off the shoulder is darling. I’m glad you stepped out of your comfort zone and went with it.

  9. Jenn says

    May 27, 2016 at 12:21 pm

    That color is so pretty and it’s gorgeous against your skin tone. I love off shoulder for Summer.

  10. leonor b says

    May 27, 2016 at 12:58 pm

    beautiful color on you!!!

  11. Heather Johnson says

    May 27, 2016 at 1:00 pm

    Ruthie! My gorgeous babe! You look absolutely smokin’ in red! This is such a beautiful look, and I love what you said about going outside the box. When I have done that it also sometimes turns out to be a favorite! You nailed it (as usual, so I am not surprised), and I am so glad you found something new that you love! Oh, and that last close up portrait photo of you seriously took my breath away. So freakin’ gorgs!

    PS – my golden retreiver Nala was supposed to be 50-60lb. and she is over 80lb. – like a small horse! lol I feel ya, lady!

    Happy Memorial Day Weekend lovely friend!
    XX,
    Heather
    http://www.alittlecasual.com

  12. val hansen says

    May 27, 2016 at 1:53 pm

    You are totally rocking that red dress ..what a great mistake..ha ha! I hope your long weekend is great!

    xo
    Fashion and Travel

  13. bellaviedeux says

    May 27, 2016 at 2:22 pm

    Beautiful photos! The dress looks so beautiful on you!!

  14. Jess says

    May 27, 2016 at 4:01 pm

    Well that worked out perfectly because you look amazing in red!! Such a show-stopper Ruthie!!

    Xo
    Jess
    http://www.fashionablyfitjess.com

  15. ashley lee says

    May 27, 2016 at 5:01 pm

    Even if it came by mistake, that dress is gorgeous on you! You always have the cutest outfits!

  16. Rachel M (@ramcquiston) says

    May 27, 2016 at 5:03 pm

    Such a cute dress! Love the color!

  17. Amanda Kruse says

    May 27, 2016 at 9:19 pm

    You look so good in red! This dress is perfect for Memorial Day or even the 4th of July!

    xx,
    Amanda || http://www.fortheloveofglitter.com

  18. prettyweirdbombshell (@kandja_sylla) says

    May 27, 2016 at 10:36 pm

    Yes, I remember Charlie! OMG, that is a huge dog. I’m glad you wore this dress because it suits you perfectly. I mean you really look amazing. Have a fun weekend too! xx

    http://www.prettyweirdbombshell.com

  19. Glenda says

    May 27, 2016 at 10:59 pm

    You look gorgeous love your dress..

  20. Joanna Malefaki says

    May 28, 2016 at 2:14 am

    That looks lovely. I love red. Red suits you!! xx Joanna

  21. Suzanne @ my kind of sweet says

    May 28, 2016 at 8:31 am

    That color is gorgeous on you! And those shoes! Love. Happy weekend!

    http://mykindofsweet.com

  22. rosesandrainbootsblog says

    May 28, 2016 at 9:15 am

    Ruth this is definitely your color! You Look amazing, like I said before… hot mama alert!
    xx, Lauren {www.rosesandrainboots.com}

  23. shellkayyp says

    May 29, 2016 at 5:29 pm

    Absolutely beautiful Ruthie!
    I hope you have an amazing Memorial Day!
    xo, Shell
    acourageousbeauty.com

  24. Charline says

    May 29, 2016 at 5:42 pm

    I love that off the shoulder top on you!

  25. Kristie says

    May 30, 2016 at 6:08 am

    Beautiful dress and makeup! That lipstick is perfect.

    xo,
    Kristie
    http://www.kristiesreverie.com

  26. Janna Doan says

    May 30, 2016 at 5:32 pm

    ruthie–dang. hello lady in red. you are on FIYAH. funny how things have a way of working themselves out huh?! esp when it is a red off shoulder dress.. !!! lol, but girl it looks amazing on you. but do know i still want to see that black jumpsuits. i think when we meet in person we both need to wear jumpsuits i don’t think i’ve met anyone that loves them as much as i do!! #soulsisters. and yes i couldn’t agree more, it’s always great to try new things (so wear red more!)!! you just never know. i think you rocked it babe, the photography is also so on point. i hope you had a great wekend with your kiddos in SF and yes, omg charlie is getting FREAKING growing so FAST!!!! xoxo,

    janna | http://www.jannadoan.com

  27. Jennifer Frick says

    May 31, 2016 at 5:38 pm

    This dress was meant to be! Such a blessing to be like “hey I have this dress so I might as well shoot some photos!” And then looking absolute FIRE when you do! Going out of your comfort zone can be nerve-wracking at times, but when you see the positive, only good things can come out of it (which I need to remind myself more)! Hope you had the best time in San Fran! And Charlie is getting SO big! My black lab, Madison, ended up being 82lbs – now it’s my turn to insert big eye emoji! lol xoxox

    Jen | MrsJenFrick.com

  28. KatyRose says

    June 1, 2016 at 7:03 am

    This is a stunning color on you! And I’m really loving this trend. So chic looking. – Katy

  29. Kait Elizabeth says

    August 12, 2016 at 4:00 pm

    You look soooo beautiful! This was a mistake that was meant to be. Hugs, Kait
    http://www.makeminemaroon.com

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Happy 249th Birthday America 🇺🇸!!!! I wasn’t born in this beautiful country but every day I’m unbelievably grateful to get to raise my kids here, work here and live life here with my family. Today we celebrate freedom 🤍💙❤️!!! 

God bless my kids for taking the obligatory annual 4th of July photos with me for the last 10 years 😝
Posts that stopped my scroll this week 😌. Which Posts that stopped my scroll this week 😌. Which slide resonates the most with you🤍?!
June was extra sweet 🍓 & ended on a high note🤩!!! @awetherhead and I have been friends since before Ben, before kids, before CA & she’s been in the delivery room for all all of my babies (peep the last photo 😭)… We have managed to get the families together annually despite the distance - CT ✈️ CA & I am so grateful. You’re stuck with me foreverrrr @awetherhead & @coachingwithryanw !!!! Extra sweet for June was my incredible mother in law being here from England 🤩!! Happy July 1 everyone ❤️‍🔥
My handsome wedding date 💕💍😍!!! Congratul My handsome wedding date 💕💍😍!!! Congratulations @aedyncaron & @jordyycaron 🥳
Posts that stopped my scroll this week 😌. Which Posts that stopped my scroll this week 😌. Which one resonates with you the most 🤍
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This is 41 😘🎉😌🎂🥳🎈!!!! 40 felt li This is 41 😘🎉😌🎂🥳🎈!!!!
40 felt like loss, a lot of shaking, redefining, realignment and also complete uncertainty - but in the midst of it all I never lost everything that actually mattered - I clung to Jesus, I had my beautiful family and my incredible friends. Hard seasons shape us differently and they feel awful as you’re walking thru, but it can also be beautiful on the other side. 

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