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So Long, Sweet Summer

Indiana state fair, flare sleeve t-shirt, bandana headband, Ray Ban Clubmasters

When: August 16 // Weather: hot // Real life: Indiana State Fair

Soludos peacock espadrilles

Indiana state fair, flare sleeve t-shirt, bandana headband, Ray Ban Clubmasters

Indiana state fair, flare sleeve t-shirt, bandana headband, Ray Ban Clubmasters

Indiana state fair, flare sleeve t-shirt, bandana headband, Ray Ban Clubmasters

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Have you ever wondered what those angsty bands you listed to in high school and college are up to now? The answer is: they’re playing at Midwestern state fairs.

And have you ever wondered who goes to see, say, Dashboard Confessional and the All American Rejects at, say, the Indiana State Fair? The answer is ME, and a few hundred other 20- and 30-somethings who want to relive the early 2000s. And to celebrate the good old days when I was too young to have cellulite, I wore short shorts 🙂

I realized once I got there that I really don’t know that many Dashboard or All American Rejects songs, but I sure did scream along to the ones I knew. I’ve been working a lot and being oh-so-adult lately (hence the sporadic blogging), so an outdoor concert to remind me of my more youthful days was definitely a great way to soak in the last full month of summer.

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Chill Out

striped midi dress, cropped jean jacket, navy espadrilles

When: Friday before last // Weather: sunny and warm, then chilly after sunset // Real life: work, then Symphony on the Prairie

striped midi dress, cropped jean jacket, navy espadrilles

striped midi dress, cropped jean jacket, navy espadrilles

striped midi dress, cropped jean jacket, navy espadrilles

striped midi dress, cropped jean jacket, navy espadrilles

You know what I love about summer in Indiana compared to summer in North Carolina (where I grew up)? Even in the middle of July, you can have a chilly evening that makes you thankful for a cozy blanket or a jacket. As long as you’re not caught unprepared for the chill, it’s so freaking lovely. On the other hand, in the NC, it gets hot in May, and your ass cheek creases stay sweaty until October. This is why I don’t understand hot yoga. I didn’t leave the South so I could pay $20 to melt.

Speaking of getting a break from the heat, I’m going to Toronto this week! I’ve never been but I’ve only heard good things. It’ll only be a couple days, and it’s work-related, but I’m excited to see a new place. If you don’t already follow me on Instagram, do it now, because it’s where I’ll document my trip, and who doesn’t love taking vicarious vacations?

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