Some things just happen so quickly and out of the blue there’s no other way than to adapt. Or wake up. Last week my mum was rushed to the hospital with sharp stomach pains and although she’s totally fine now, she had to go through a complicated appendicitis operation. I realised a couple of things when it all happened. One of them is that I take for granted how healthy my parents are and always there, available when I need them. I was running some errands in the area where my parents live and wanted to pop into a supermarket nearby, but wasn’t sure if it was still there or not. I picked up my phone to dial mum and ask her about it, forgetting that she was in the hospital recovering. It’s at that moment when I realised how much I rely on their infinite youth, energy, love… I obviously didn’t call her, but having to put my phone away and not call her when I wanted made me realise that I have to cherish each moment spent together even more. A wake up call I needed I guess and a reminder to simply be grateful about every moment in my every day life. Have you had any similar wake-up calls?
On a separate, less deeper note, can we just talk about this gorgeous Ā£20 dress I picked up in zara? The texture, the buttons, the 60s inspired style and fabric – I’m in love. Totally not heartbroken by the fact that my daughter thinks the dress makes me look like a “stylish” chef and the blazer resembles of a potato sack. I’m not crying. Nope. And promise, Sasha is a nice kid haha…
Have a fab week everyone and cherish your closest ones.
Tatyana x
WHAT I’M WEARING:
Dress – ZARA (love this one)
Blazer – ZARA, love this
Shoes – ZARA, love these
Bag – MANGO (try this)
Sunglasses – H&M
Watch – SWATCH SKINCLASS*
Laura Budd says
June 4, 2018 at 5:17 amI’ve had a couple of wake up calls recently too, neither with happy endings sadly. It certainly puts life in to perspective.
I hope your Mum is on the mend now.
And I seriously love that dress xx
LAFOTKA says
June 8, 2018 at 8:08 amAw hun! Huge hugs to ya and keep strong! x
Thomas Falkenstedt says
June 7, 2018 at 5:40 pmI’ve had several wake up calls during my life, one of them being just this: to cherish what we have now and spend time with loved ones. No one knows for how long we’re going to be around, nor how long our loved ones will be here for. I am sorry your mother had to go through that, but I’m glad she’s better now. Pamper her with all your love and remember to love yourself too! š
Thomas xx
LAFOTKA says
June 8, 2018 at 8:08 amYou are so right! We have to take these signs as reminders to be grateful for every moment and definitely spend more time with loved ones x
wendee says
June 7, 2018 at 5:47 pmlooking gorgeous
The Glossychic
LAFOTKA says
June 8, 2018 at 8:08 amaw thank you darling! xx
Open Kloset says
June 8, 2018 at 10:17 amHey Sweetie;)
Happy Weekend:)
Hows you?
So Inspiring Post and Look:)
Love the Cute Bag and the Dress:)
Perfect Look:)
Kisses Open Kloset By Karina
LAFOTKA says
June 8, 2018 at 11:02 amThank you Darling! xx
Sheree says
June 8, 2018 at 5:32 pmThis white dress is perfect for the summer and so adorable, I love the cut and the V-neckline. This dress would be great for any occasion this summer and seems very versatile, thanks for sharing!
~xo Sheree
poshclassymom.com
Samjah says
June 8, 2018 at 6:40 pmFirst of all your entire outfit it terribly stylish! I just love those shoes and wish I could find the exact ones!!! Ugh!
On another note, your post touched me because I too have to realize that my parents are getting older. I rely on them heavy, and I remind myself often to cherish each moment.
Your daughter is funny lol.
samira says
June 11, 2018 at 6:11 pmwow I love this look babe! the accessories are also so fun and pretty!
xx, Samira
http://www.leathertolunch.com
Samantha Mariko says
June 12, 2018 at 1:30 amI totally got a similar wake up call when I visited my grandparents this past weekend.. It’s sad to realize theyre kind of just waiting for the end and getting through each day just for that. It really is important to see your family as much as you can even if they are far. On a lighter note, I’m loving your summer dress! It’s simple but super sophisticated the way you styled it š
xo Samantha
Eva says
June 13, 2018 at 9:01 amNice dress. I understand what you mean when talks with your daughter. My daughter said me: your dressing style is old ;))
Anyway Iām not a teenager. I prefer stylish pieces and something vintage inspired clothes.
Xx
Eva
http://www.themermaidfashion.com
Gabriela Vera says
June 13, 2018 at 9:15 pmI’m glad your mom is doing better now, it’s scary how things can quickly change. I totally agree with you, sometimes we need to be reminded to appreciate our parents while we have them. This dress from Zara is definitely something I would wear.
Xo,
Gabriela Vera
http://www.gverastyle.blogspot.com
Jen says
June 15, 2018 at 4:52 pmOh no, I hope your mom is recovering well after the surgery. Always tell them you love them no matter what. š That dress is super cute and I love the buttons. Zara has the best pieces!
Rachael Sia says
June 17, 2018 at 9:56 amOh dear! I hope your mom is all alright now and that you guys are spending some great time together! I remember getting my appendix taken out and it was not fun after š Have a great rest of the week gorgeous xx
Kirsten Wendlandt says
June 20, 2018 at 1:31 amOh my gosh that’s such a scary thing to go through and I’m so happy to hear your mom is doing better now. I feel like I definitely also take my parents health for granted.. thank you so much for this post and for making me realize that I need to change that!
xox Kirsten // http://www.kirstenwendlandt.com