How To Make Your Man Drool

There are a few things we wives know bring our men to the yard.

For my hubby, it's my roast.

For the longest time I avoided making roast because it intimidated me.

It was something my MIL made on Sunday afternoons and we all know the general rule about a wife's cooking vs. a mother's cooking so I steered clear of this one.

After attempting it once, I realized how easy and not-so-scary it is so I do it about once every other week and any time we have company coming over for dinner.

I think many women stray from roasts because they are time-consuming, but if I get home at 4:00 on a weeknight, my roast is done by 7:00 that evening.  It's later than our normal dinner time, but worth the wait.  And did I mention easy?

Here is what you need:

3lb roast (This gives us dinner and a leftovers)

Montreal Steak seasoning (even Food Lion brand is good)

Salt and Pepper

3/4 c. water

Here is what you do:

Line a baking pan with aluminum foil (to make clean-up easier).

Coat all sides of roast with salt, pepper, and seasoning to taste.

Lay in pan and pour in about 3/4 c. water.

Cover with foil.

Cook for 1 hour per pound at 300 degrees.  (approx. 3 hours) 

Your man will think you slaved away in the kitchen all day 

and you'll be wondering what took you so long to try this!

Black, White, & Not so Dreary

Blouse: Stitchfix, Skirt: JCrew Factory, Bracelet & Earrings: beach boutique,  Shoes: Bass Outlet

Life is good here lately.  It's slowing down a little bit with the school year coming to a close, National Boards submitted, and summer class wrapping up.  There is much to smile about.  Even the rain can't bring me down - after all, we need it.

Rain is kind of like those lazy days.  You know the Saturdays when you just lounge around without showering until 4:00 in the afternoon.  You think back to what you were so busy doing all day and you realize you accomplished absolutely nothing?  And you smile because you're okay with it.

We need days like that and we need the rain to show us that things aren't really all that dreary.

Linking up with The Pleated Poppy and Because Shanna Said So

Modest is Hottest: Dresses

I am a firm believer in less is more.  By less I don't mean less clothing.

I mean less revealing.  It is so hard these days to go shopping for clothing that is not super revealing!

Shorts have a 1 inch inseam, skirts are minis, and even dresses have wide open backs.

In my world, modest is hottest, simple is elegant, and classic is timeless.

So, I've accumulated a list of items that I have or want to add in my closet that would be hot, elegant, and timeless.  I've done my research and put together some pieces at different price points in case any of you are running into the same problem as me.

Today's Pick: Dresses
If you've been around a while, you know I looooove to wear dresses!
When I'm picking dresses I'm typically concerned with neckline and hem length.
Being a teacher, I can't have things popping out that don't need to pop out and if we're being honest, that's not attractive in any environment.  Since I typically buy pieces I can wear for work and play most of my dresses fit the same criteria with a few minor exceptions.

A few things before I share some of my favorites:
1.  I'm in no way knocking any of the cute styles that are currently out there.  I just know what I'm comfortable in and what works for me so I'm sharing it with all of you.
2.  I don't think sleeveless equates im-modest (is that a word?) so some of my choices may not have sleeves.  If I choose to wear those dresses to work, I cover up with a cardigan or sweater.
3.  If and when a dress is see-through, wear a slip.  (Sad, but needs saying)
4.  Bra straps quickly turn anything inappropriate.  Truth, no exceptions.

modest dresses by coachgaines featuring mossimo dresses

Forever 21: The only issue I have with Forever 21 is that most of the clothing is junior sizing.  I always order a size up and have the top taken in if necessary when buying a dress.  If not, it's way too short!  Since the prices are so low, a little alteration doesn't break the bank.

eShakti: I LOVE eShakti.  Seriously, if you haven't checked it out you must!  Especially if you are one of those girls that can never find something that fits perfectly because you don't have a one-size-fits-most body.  This site has extremely affordable dresses for all occasions and it lets you pick your own hemline, neckline, sleeves, measurements, etc.  It's like you get to design your own dress and they create it and it arrives on your front stoop!

JCrew: I love classics.  I love pieces that are in my closet for months or years without going out of style.  Everything I have ever purchased from JCrew fits that description.  Their clothing is more expensive, but it is higher quality and always fashionable.

Old Navy: I love that Old Navy sells basic dresses you can style in different ways.  They are always inexpensive and they always have a variety each season.  I especially love that Old Navy has dresses for all occasions including formal and informal.  One of my favorite outfits is a jersey knit ON dress with a denim jacket.

Target: You knew this one would be here!  Almost all of their dresses are <$35 and they are adorable.  I love that Target gives me an affordable way to wear current trends.  Not to mention the clothing always lasts despite the inexpensive price point.