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Met three dear friends for an early dinner that went on until after the sun set. Great food and conversation with some great women!

The dress is @adamlippes and I borrowed it from @renttherunway. The bag is @jcrew and a splurge but I regretted not buying it the last time they offered this bag and this color is SO me. I mean, look how great it is with these many years old suede heeled sandals? Meant to be!

This color combination makes me so happy, and this dress was comfy even after a decadent meal. We all deserve to experience comfort and joy with our wardrobes! 💛🩷

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Okay I know you want to know about what we’re wearing! 

My sister’s caftan is from @anthropologie (bought this summer so maybe you can find on resale sites).

I’m wearing a @bananarepublic dress also from this summer with the @universalstandard denim chore jacket and a hat I got from a @madewell collab a year or so ago. I glammed it up with some gold chains and gold drop earrings, but kept it comfy for a night of standing and dancing with @birkenstock sandals.

This was my first big outing since my eye surgery, and with a pocketful of eye drops I felt good (and grateful we splurged for good seats!).

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Still recovering from my eye surgery but feeling more myself. Getting dolled up helps me feel me. Bright colors and bold jewelry have been signature Alison since I was a kid! 

Sweater: @favorite.daughter 
Earrings: Amazon
Necklace: @_jennybird (old)
Ring: @realmfinejewelry 
Bra: @lovebravissimo 
Lipstick: @glossier 
Pins as “cufflinks”: vintage

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This wasn’t the first clothing swap and folks in town know my style (and my job) so there were some waiting for my arrival. Look how fast I cleared out this big bag! Speaking of the bag one other swap attendee said she got herself a Hulken after seeing mine in action!

It’s so great to know our old clothes are getting a good life and this bag makes carting them to the cafe so easy! I got my Hulken on Amazon, it comes in other colors and sizes too: https://amzn.to/48iTY4Y yep the bag is as great as all those ads you see on social media, I’m a big fan!
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Actually I can’t, but things after my retina surgery are much improved! My next appointment is in a month and I’m cleared to get back into the world (with some restrictions to protect my eye).

With a sclera buckle, it changes your eye shape and now I am nearsighted again (I had lasik a few years ago). Once the eye is stabilized I can get glasses or contacts but until then I’m 20/20 in one eye and right now 20/60 in the other. But the eye is healing beautifully and I feel positive!

And I could see clearly enough to fall for this poppy-colored cotton jumpsuit from @pistoladenim. It comes in a few colors but this one is my favorite. I went with XL (im@a 14, sometimes 16) and likely could have sized down but I enjoy the relaxed fit and the drawstring waistband to create shape. And hello zipper closure making it super easy to get on and off!

My husband took this photo right after my eye appointment, I think it reflects my positive attitude and feeling of hope! 🧡

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Lifestyle, The Business of Blogging · February 23, 2014

Since I Can’t Journal…

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Before my short term disability starts, I have some lingering work projects to tie up. I sit on the couch, legs crossed, right arm raised above my heart thanks to quilts and pillows, it’s as though my cast is The Princess and the Pea. Typos are so prevalent and painkillers coursing through my bloodstream I look back at a sentence and have no idea what I wrote and was trying to convey.

I was supposed to get a manicure last Saturday, it was already over two weeks and my nails were uncomfortably long. But Sunday Karl and his friend were going to have a playdate with their kids so I could go to the nail salon without guilt. Instead I spent Sunday in the hospital. By this weekend my left hand so awkward and my nails so long I could hardly type in my phone’s password let alone type a paragraph for work.

So yesterday my sister took me to the nail salon. I got a pedicure since I can’t even clip my own toenails, sat with a bowl of acetone in my lap, soaking off my right acrylic tips hoping to not get any of the liquid on my cast and trying not to get a stiff neck from the crazy position. Had the right hand trimmed very short, the left hand got an acrylic fill but also short so I can type again. This manicure was one of the most exhausting and uncomfortable things I have done in a long while; the technician had to stand and squat and bend over her table to care for my right fingers and though she was careful, my fingers got a workout and I had to come home, take two painkillers and nap for three hours.

I keep getting great ideas for blog posts but by time I get to a computer the thoughts have dissolved into Percocet. However I did procrastinate last night and finish a capsule for an Ask Allie post I’m working on. But when I type too excitedly I accidently press something and lose a paragraph or print the page. My Artist’s Way journal mocks me from my bedside table.

None of my coats or sweaters fit over my cast. Karl has to help me put on and take off my bra, and I live in yoga pants because I can’t maneuver a zipper or buttons. This morning I zipped Emerson’s coat using my teeth which grossed her out. I have no appetite, in just one week my wedding rings fit more comfortably. Been careful so no constipation from the drugs but nature decided to gift me with an early period. All I want is to take a long shower but I can’t even bathe without a lot of rigmarole, planning, and others in attendance.

Filling out my short term disability forms, the doc said this will likely be my life for 10-12 weeks. It could be worse, I know. Thank my lucky stars it wasn’t both arms, or my face, or my back. Did you hear my neighbor’s aunt’s boyfriend’s sister fell the same night and is in a coma??? I know, it could be so much worse. I whine as I have family drive me to get manicures, I lie on a leather couch and eat a bomb-ass salad my husband made me, surrounded by flowers from well-wishers. I made the decision long ago to not be a full-time blogger and now enjoy PTO and short term disability and brilliant kind coworkers who can pick up my slack and we can still pay the bills while I boo hoo and online shop for kimono tops and pull-on pants. In the words of 1993 Karl Gary, quit bibbin’.

Like that damn Passenger song they play every five minutes on the radio, only miss the sun when it starts to snow, only know you love her when you let her go… I only realized how much I think with my hands, be it by pen or keyboard until I can’t do either.

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  1. TinaBowling says

    March 2, 2014 at 8:59 pm

    Wishing you a smooth recovery, what a miserable predicament :(.

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 25, 2014 at 10:15 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  2. Kim says

    February 25, 2014 at 5:05 pm

    Have you looked into dictation software for your recovery? It may give you some freedom regarding journaling and blogging while your arm heals.

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 25, 2014 at 10:14 am

      My company has it for when I return, I did dictate some blog ideas to my phone but I’ve found my brain works differently speaking than writing. It has been an interesting learning experience! 🙂

      Reply
  3. FutureLint says

    February 25, 2014 at 12:55 pm

    Ugh, I’ve never broken a bone but my husband has broken dozens (skateboarding) and it sounds awful! Hopefully it can only get easier from here as the pain eases and you get better with your left hand (which hey – using your non-dominant hand makes you smarter!) Good luck!

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 25, 2014 at 10:13 am

      Thanks mamacita!! <3

      Reply
  4. Gayle says

    February 25, 2014 at 8:50 am

    Sweet Alison – I’ve been unplugged for a few days and just played a quick game of catch-up to learn of your accident and the trials of recovery. I’m SO SORRY for you that this happened. And yes, while it could have been worse (much worse), it’s still bad and it still sucks. Please try not to stress over things and just focus on the most important thing – YOU. Best wishes for a speedy recovery. xo
    p.s. Your co-workers are ah-mazing! Who the heck gets a get-well-soon video? So sweet.

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 25, 2014 at 10:13 am

      Thank you so much Gayle!!! And yep, best coworkers ever, I miss them like crazy!

      Reply
  5. Abi Tiki says

    February 25, 2014 at 12:51 am

    Wishing you well in your recovery process, and I owe you my thanks for helping me through my own.
    I broke my right wrist, pelvis and sacrum a few months ago, and your blog was a joy to me when I was housebound…so many cool images! Yay!
    I pretty much went through your whole archive once I could handle using the laptop…really enjoyed the whole thing.
    Seemed like a good moment to let you know how you touched my life and made a tough time a little easier, just by being yourself.
    Happy healing! xx

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 25, 2014 at 10:12 am

      I’m late in replying, but now that I’m clear headed I wanted to let you know how much your comment meant to me. I teared up and was so honored that my blog was a nice distraction during your healing. The past couple weeks I have spent a decent amount of time catching up on blogs and have felt similiar with some bloggers 🙂 Best to you!!!

      Reply
  6. Reneesylvestre says

    February 24, 2014 at 9:27 pm

    I’m so sorry about your arm, that is truly horrid. Regarding blog ideas, have you considered dictating them into your phone? That’s what I do when i’ve got story ideas that I need to get down quickly.

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 25, 2014 at 10:33 am

      I started doing that a bit so I can write them when I can. Thank you so much for the suggestion!

      Reply
  7. Lynn says

    February 24, 2014 at 3:10 pm

    I agree with all the other posts. Take care of yourself and don’t let the inconveniences drive you crazy. My foot was crushed right before Thanksgiving, and I am still healing and can’t wear my shoes. Bathing and hair washing (oily hair) was the hardest to deal with for me, although the toe nails on my injured foot came close. Once things get a bit better there is a heavy plastic sleeve that you can put over the cast for bathing that works well.

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 25, 2014 at 10:10 am

      Thanks Lynn, and I wish you the best with your foot! <3

      Reply
  8. Donna says

    February 24, 2014 at 2:23 pm

    Another reader who has gone through a similar experience- shattered my shoulder on a business trip, and had to have a shoulder replacement- 3 months in a splint and many months of physical therapy. I TOTALLY understand what you are saying about the manicure- I had the same experience! You will get through this- don’t negate the pain and suffering you are experiencing (bone pain is the worst). T-shirts, yoga pants, slip on shoes, a big cotton robe for after showers, cottonelle wipes, a back scratcher, a turbie twist for drying hair, some kind of oversized parka you can fit over the cast/sling… These are the things I needed every day.

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 25, 2014 at 10:09 am

      Oh gosh, that must have been a difficult situation for you! Thanks for the suggestions, though I am late in replying I did take your advice and those items did help things greatly (you’re the only one who suggested the wipes and they were so great to have especially early on when my left arm wasn’t as flexible!). Just wanted to let you know that your comment meant a lot, thank you!

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  9. Sonia says

    February 24, 2014 at 1:45 pm

    Allie, I pray that you heal fast. I too have had surgery on both my hands and then later both my feet, so I can relate to be physically unable to do the things I once did. It took months of rehab and re-training before I came back to what is now the new normal for me. Take comfort in knowing that you have Karl to help you. We, your faithful readers, will be here waiting for you when you’re ready.

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 25, 2014 at 10:33 am

      Thank you so much Sonia! I know my reply is late, but your comment stuck with me and made me cry, I feel so blessed to know all of you through this blog. <3

      Reply
  10. Emmy says

    February 24, 2014 at 2:21 am

    Sorry about your accident 🙁 12 weeks is a long time for a writer and for a mother it is eternity. I’m glad you have a strong support network.

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 25, 2014 at 10:31 am

      Thanks Emmy! And I swear, if I didn’t have Karl it would have been so much harder to get through this. I do feel blessed that I have been able to heal at home with him and Emerson!

      Reply
  11. Sarah says

    February 23, 2014 at 10:49 pm

    Speech recognition software. There’s even some that lets you use your phone as a microphone so you can get somewhat comfortable. And it’s well under $100, the one I used (Dragon) is under $50 on Amazon.

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 25, 2014 at 10:30 am

      Thanks Sarah, my job got it for me for when I return! 🙂

      Reply
  12. Jen says

    February 23, 2014 at 9:46 pm

    Hi Allie. You are suffering, and it’s okay to suffer even as you know that others suffer more. You are also grateful for the good things that are happening. Both suffering and gratitude are true for you right now. You’re in a really tough situation, unable to do things that are important to you, like working, writing, and caring for yourself. Acknowledging that it’s awful isn’t self-pity, it’s the beginning of self-compassion. (Nihongo said this with much greater elegance.)

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 25, 2014 at 10:30 am

      Thank you for this Jen, your comment along with Nihongo’s rfeally did help me get through that rough time. <3

      Reply
  13. Christy says

    February 23, 2014 at 5:41 pm

    Hi Allie

    I just wanted you to know that I empathize with your feelings right now. In 2010, I fell while chaperoning some of my students at an ice skating party and broke I think the exact same bone (the tip of my tibia-or fibula? I always get them confused). I had a very unexpected and rough surgery, and had my arm twisted outward inside the cast that went from my hand to my armpit, so it was very uncomfortable, to put it mildly. The pills made me sick and all I could think about was how much I had to do at work (I’m a teacher). Showering was difficult, using the bathroom required unknown muscles, cooking was impossible, and all in all it was totally miserable. But it did get better. After a couple of weeks, things started to get a little easier, and I was able to get my cast off a week or so earlier than expected and switch to a much much lighter cast that I could take off when I was at home not doing anything. In no way do I want to sound patronizing or anything, because there is no way to get around the fact that this sucks a**. But keep your chin up. You’ll get through this, it will be ok, and in the meantime, it’s ok to be frustrated. Really. Take it from someone who knows.

    Here’s hoping for a speedy recovery!

    Christy

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 25, 2014 at 10:06 am

      Hey Christy, know it’s a late response but thank you for your comment. I’m feeling so much better and you are so right about the unknown muscles, who woulda thunk you could pull a muscle from using the facilities? But you’re right it gets better each day and fingers crossed this Wednesday I get that cast you wrote about! Thank you <3

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  14. Nihongo Dame Desu says

    February 23, 2014 at 5:31 pm

    Try not to make it into the Suffering Olympics. Sure, other people have it worse, but that doesn’t negate your right to feel sad and frustrated and all the other things you feel. Just because others are going through tougher times doesn’t mean your life isn’t difficult right now. Allow yourself to validate your own discomfort, rather than trying to dismiss it just because it could be worse. You’ve got this, and you will make it through, and those who love and support you will ease your path. But it’s still okay to have bad moments. Wishy you a speedy and complete recovery!

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 25, 2014 at 10:28 am

      Thank you SO MUCH for this, I revisited your comment often during this journey, wanted to taker a moment to come back and tell you how you helped me. Thank you again <3

      Reply
  15. Deborah says

    February 23, 2014 at 5:24 pm

    God I love every word of this!

    And I HATE that song with a passion complete and fiery. sickening! lol

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 25, 2014 at 10:26 am

      Your comment cracked me up! Yeah late to the replying game but at least now I’m sober and less booboo kitty. But now every time I hear that song I giggle and think of you! 🙂

      Reply
  16. Emily says

    February 23, 2014 at 4:51 pm

    Aw Allie, I hope you have a swift recovery! Just take it a day at a time, there’s always something worse happening to someone else somewhere but that doesn’t stop *your* reality from feeling a bit overwhelming for you! Sounds like you have great love and support around you though so just stay grounded and I’m sure before you know it the worst of it will be over and every day will get that little bit easier…

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 25, 2014 at 10:25 am

      Thank you Emily!!! <3

      Reply
  17. Anamarie says

    February 23, 2014 at 3:21 pm

    I literally have felt your pain. I fractured both ankles a few years ago (and compound foot fracture and heel fracture) requiring surgeries and was wheelchair-bound for three months. Everything was a pain in the ass and I was miserable. I lived in velour sweatsuits! Keep your spirits up, let people help you, and make a plan for getting off the painkillers when you don’t need them anymore. I gradually decreased the dosage and frequency until I was drug free, but it was incredibly difficult. I know everyone is different, but I didn’t anticipate how hard that would be. Good luck, Allie!

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 25, 2014 at 10:19 am

      So late in replying, but thank you Anamarie for your comment. The drugs sucked and I realized if I could feel the grodiness it meant I didn’t need them and weaned off to just Motrin, and then eventually only the occasional Motrin. Gosh it made a difference and it was amazing how I was on them such a short time and decreased gently but still had withdrawal symptoms! It has been hard, but it has been a good challenge and exciting when I accomplish something new. Thank you again! <3

      Reply
  18. Eleanorjane says

    February 23, 2014 at 3:09 pm

    I know what you mean – I think broken bones help us to understand a bit about life as a permantly disabled person. When I broke my foot I got to use the disabled parking at Uni but it was still several flights of stairs and really quite a long walk from my lecture theatres! I struggled on crutches but I’m sure it would have just been too hard for some folks.

    Best wishes as you recover.

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 25, 2014 at 10:24 am

      I deal with 508-compliance and accessibility at work, but it’s mainly related to websites and web-based content. With this cast I see how so many other things in life are difficult for the permanently disabled. Salt and pepper grinders at restaurants, motion-activated soap/hand sanitizer that are at standing adult over 5′ level, round door knobs that need to be twisted to open… I could go on and I know you understand. It has been quite the learning experience!

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I can see clearly now…

Actually I can’t, but things after my retina surgery are much improved! My next appointment is in a month and I’m cleared to get back into the world (with some restrictions to protect my eye).

With a sclera buckle, it changes your eye shape and now I am nearsighted again (I had lasik a few years ago). Once the eye is stabilized I can get glasses or contacts but until then I’m 20/20 in one eye and right now 20/60 in the other. But the eye is healing beautifully and I feel positive!

And I could see clearly enough to fall for this poppy-colored cotton jumpsuit from @pistoladenim. It comes in a few colors but this one is my favorite. I went with XL (im@a 14, sometimes 16) and likely could have sized down but I enjoy the relaxed fit and the drawstring waistband to create shape. And hello zipper closure making it super easy to get on and off!

My husband took this photo right after my eye appointment, I think it reflects my positive attitude and feeling of hope! 🧡

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I’ll be a bit quiet on here and other channels because I had eye (retinal) surgery this past weekend. I was having what I thought were ocular migraines but come to find out I was experiencing lattice degeneration, which is thinning/holes in the retina. I had surgery Saturday for my right eye and later on they’ll work on the left eye, which isn’t as bad and can be remedied by laser, in office.

I share not because I’m Mrs. Frizzle meets Iris Apfel as I recuperate at home, but because this whole thing has been a lesson on trusting my gut. And I want to remind you to do the same.

As we get older our bodies can feel like strangers. Things are constantly changing and it’s easy to just assume your annual physical will catch anything wrong. But if you slow down and listen to your body you’ll know when things are just a sign of aging and life and what seems unusual. That nagging issue may be something more serious.

And if you’re seeing flashing lights, floaters, spiderwebs or other odd eye things get checked out ASAP. It may be nothing but take it from me, it may actually be something. ❤️

Okay, going back to my big sunglasses caftan recuperation life!

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Ladies who lunch…

While in Savannah, I made sure to get lunch reservations for me and E at @theoldepinkhouse she loves the color pink, historic homes, and ghost stories so it was a perfect choice! 

Built in 1789 on Reynolds Square, there are stories of guests seeing ghosts, cutlery and wine bottles moving along with an elegant and truly delicious dining. 

While we didn’t see any apparitions, we did have a lovely lunch with impeccable service and after toured all floors of the home. I highly recommend a visit if you’re visiting Savannah!

My dress is from @cosstores (no longer available); hat is @furtalk and bag is @talbotsofficial (no longer available).

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Scenes from a week in Savannah… 

The three of us (and our dog Oscar!) had a warm and humid but wonderful time exploring Savannah, Georgia earlier this month. Our daughter visited this gorgeous city last summer with her @girlscouts troop but wanted to return to experience more. We let her choose our adventures and play your guide and it was awesome. We cannot wait to visit again, though next time it won’t be August 🥵

For more of our trip check the “Savannah” highlight on my profile page!

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Stripes are always right…

Y’all know I love stripes and when @universalstandard came out with their Breton-stripe dresses and tops I HAD to try them! As expected, the quality is stellar, the fit boosts my confidence, and I appreciate the range of colors (5 different stripes to choose from) and sizes (00-50). For reference, I’m wearing XS but preferred S for the top and I usually wear a 14 or XL in other brands.

The tote is @able and it’s a soft yet durable leather that just looks better with time. This color (cognac) is one that transitions nicely from summer to fall. 

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The family that wears @printfresh together stays together 🥰

Use code wardrobe_oxygen for 15% off your order of size-inclusive organic cotton sleepwear, dresses, bags & more https://glnk.io/qk04/wardrobe-oxygen

I’ve been raving about my Printfresh pajamas for years, my family also wanted to try them. Thank you Printfresh for gifting these for our annual three generation girls’ getaway to Rehoboth Beach, DE. We had a great time and being all matchy matchy in our pajamas was a fun addition! 🐅🍃🥰

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