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Wednesday, September 17, 2014

You're Alright, Kid

Sometimes in life you just need someone to tell you:

...you're alright, kid...
...you done good...
...you're a superstar...

Go ahead, laugh, but I'm serious! Think about it. As children, we're rewarded all the time when we ace a spelling test, or draw a pretty (read: hot mess) picture, or build a wonky sandcastle on the beach. 

As adults, we're lucky if we get some garbled recognition from our boss on a job well done, or if our tired spouse mumbles that the dinner you cooked was good, or if a neighbor stops to comment on how nice your flower garden looks. We just don't get the positive reinforcement that we became accustomed to as kids. 



Now don't get me wrong, there's nothing worse than an inflated ego, but when we're typically our own worst critics, it can be really refreshing to hear someone else appreciate our hard work.


Well, I'm here to tell you that you're awesome. You get a gold star...or at least a couple rusty patina-ed ones. 
 



These cute little spiky stacked earrings feature ceramic horns from Marsha Neal along with some prized African bauxite, old Neolithic quartz trade beads, and crusty metal spacers. I love the verdigris-meets-terracotta color palette, and I love the subtle faded military theme with the little star charms. 

So the next time you're feeling a little beaten up, take a second to pat your own back and realize how hard you really do work. 

Happy Wednesday!
Nikki
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13 comments:

  1. The rusty patina-ed star is perfect. Thank you.

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  2. Heeee, yes we are alright and we'll do well!!

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  3. That is crusty rusty goodness right there! I absolutely agree that we need a few more gold stars in the world... for making a home cooked meal... for picking up our dirty socks from the floor.... for taking out the garbage before you hear the rumbling of the truck barreling down your street. Gorgeous baubles! Enjoy the day. Erin

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  4. I love all the crusty elements. Thanks for the pick me up today. And you are a shining star.

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  5. Lovely fellas and full of personality, Nikki :) Gold star!

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  6. Love the ancient, tribal, mysterious and so positive feel of these beauties!

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  7. You are one cool chick and your earrings are always wonderful! I love these crusty rusty earrings as Erin said!

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  8. Totally awesome earrings! I just love your style! Totally awesome blog post! Thank for that shot of motivation and for reminding me that this kid is alright! Back at cha!

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  9. Right back at ya! You're a star because these are fabulous!

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  10. Just fantastic - that star is the perfect finishing touch!

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  11. Beautiful earrings! Cool rustic design. Just perfect :)

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  12. Fabulous, Nikki! Love the long, spiky profile on these, and the stars are a brilliant addition!

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