So when JJill asked me to talk about a True Blue Friend, as part of the true blue collection and contest. I decided to write about my friend Hillary at Myscraps. Hillary is an “adult” friend, you know a person who you become friends with while you’re an adult. We met 3 years ago through blogging. We ran in the same blogging circles for quite sometime, but never new each other twitter acquaintances. I met her the 1st time at a event . About 2 weeks before we met, I heard through social media that Hillary’s husband had a serious healthy issue, he was young, and luckily survived.
The day we finally met, it was her first time out after the traumatic time. I was in awe of her strength, and resolve regarding what her family was recently through. We had a brief chat and that was that. Then, Hillary ordered an item from my online store.. I learned that she lived 3 miles from my home. Wow! how great that a fellow blogger lived so close by. So much to her surprised I hand delivered the item. (Picture me, showing up to her house.. I did not tell her I was coming.) Then I suggested we should drive to events together. That is me, I am a in your face type of person. So we started traveling to blogging events together more and more.
I consider my friendship with Hillary to be unique, then that with my other friends. Most of my friends know me as a bubble positive person. In last few years because of life (job loss, illness, and other issues.) I feel much less bubbly and less positive, because life has been hard. I feel like she has not always gotten the “Good” Sherry, which makes me sad for her, because “fun” Sherry is better … just ask anyone who knew me in college. (Yes I just talked about myself in the 3rd person.)
I feel that really speaks to Hillary’s character as a person, to be close to someone when they are at their lowest is not always easy. One Instance was the day that I found out we were moving 2 hours away. I went to her home, and she hugged me providing support. Thankfully I did not move.
We have a unique friendship because we are very different. Hillary is very creatively organized and a self proclaimed skeptic. Me, I am not organized, more of a dreamer. One thing I cherish about Hillary is when I come up with something kinda scattered she says .. “Now this is why I love you.” She makes makes me pause and think. I embrace that we are so different in the details but agree on so much of the big things. Like today, we noticed we both avoid drama, basically because we don’t have the time.
Hillary is also a true blue friend because she has not know me my entire life. She does not know why I do this or say that, Hillary does not have the long time investment or years of knowing my history. Uniquely, she sticks by me when things are tough, listening, and not judging. I really think you are provided people in your life when you need them. I consider Hillary a true blue gift.
She is a True Blue Friend.
True Blue Friendship Challenge: Win a JJill Jeans for you and a friend!!!
True blue is a phrase that is defined as follows: completely faithful and loyal to a person or cause. We use the term often in conversation, especially when referring to a true blue friend. This February, J. Jill is celebrating true blue in every form from classic denim to friendships that last forever.
- J.Jill’s denim is inspired by artisan patterns in the color blue — toile prints, indigo tiles, pen and ink sketches–and was designed into indigo and softer shades of blue (e.g., Atlantic and Periwinkle) for a fresh perspective for you. You’ll also find a variation of mixed motifs, deep denim washes and lighthearted intarsias throughout the new denim collection.
- Authentic Fit Slim Boot-Cut Jeans — These create a lean silhouette. These jeans have a slimmer, slightly flared leg opening creating a flattering, balanced fit for both shoes and boots, and the higher rise is perfect to tuck in shirts and maintain a smooth silhouette –.Jill recommends a brightly colored button up with cami underneath. If you’d prefer a longer top to create a long,lean line – try an A-line shape cardigan that mirrors the flare of the jeans.
- Slim Boyfriend – This type of denim is like your favorite boyfriend jean but now more straight and streamlined for a more feminine fit. Straight fit through hips and thighs for a silhouette that flatters every body. J.Jill’s tip – play with both proportions and volume with the slim boyfriend, both slim and fuller-volume tops work well. A streamlined top has a slimming effect (especially in black!) over the straight shape of the slim boyfriend jeans, whereas fuller tops create a visual balance with the straight bottom.
- Tried & True Slim Ankle – These were inspired by the classic and timeless ankle silhouette, and conform beautifully to a woman’s shape with the ankle-length seam falling in just the right place. Pair with a longer length top with either a little or a lot of volume — either works! Try tunic for a slim, lengthening effect, or a more voluminous sweater over a stretch cotton tee for a flattering layered take.
- Tried & True Slim Leg – These jeans are super flattering thanks to J.Jill’s cotton-stretch fabric for a great fit, recovery and comfort. The dark color elevates the look, and the slim leg looks great with heels, flats or tucked into boots. These jeans are a perfect complement to tops with an A-line shape or hem interest. Pairing them with an anorak would make for a classic look with balanced proportions, or try a high-low hem to create interest on top while slimming and elongating the bottom.
How to Win of JJills Facebook Page:
JJill is running a True Blue Facebook contest They are encouraging people to post photo of themselves and a friend to J.Jill’s timeline and tag it with hashtag #jjilltrueblue, or upload a photo of yourself and a friend to instagram with hashtag #jjilltrueblue and tag J.Jill’s instagram (@JJillstyle). JJill will select one person each day to receive a gift card for a pair of jeans for themselves and a friend and a grand prize winner will receive a two $250 gift cards – one for themselves and a friend.
How to win on my blog Superexhausted:
I Invite you to “comment” on below, telling me about you true blue friend. One follower who comments will be selected to win J. Jill jeans for themselves and their true blue friend. Yes could win for you and your TrueBlueFriend a new pair of JJill Jeans.
Contest ends 2/26/2014
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Disclosure: This post is part of me being a JJill Styler. I will be receiving denim in exchange for this post. I really believe in the JJill brand and the quality they design and manufacture and all my opinions are my own.
