tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post6425929697119463886..comments2024-02-02T07:13:37.313-06:00Comments on Like Merchant Ships: In which I ask for more free adviceUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger169125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-52256624994448934402009-01-22T14:22:00.000-06:002009-01-22T14:22:00.000-06:00LOVE the midnight pant set...you look smashing in ...LOVE the midnight pant set...you look smashing in itAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-59264571866851322242008-05-30T15:54:00.000-05:002008-05-30T15:54:00.000-05:00The pant suit is adorable, and add some cutesy san...The pant suit is adorable, and add some cutesy sandals and you are a fashion statement :-) It has an elegant look; you will be more comfortable and more at ease. Have fun!Daisydazehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10710173803353780680noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-65936364819279409652008-05-23T10:00:00.000-05:002008-05-23T10:00:00.000-05:00I agree with you about these. Well someday Ill cre...I agree with you about these. Well someday Ill create a blog to compete you! lolz.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-63182365532446091752008-05-21T12:44:00.000-05:002008-05-21T12:44:00.000-05:00I love the aqua -- it looks BEAUTIFUL!!!I love the aqua -- it looks BEAUTIFUL!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-24934505082564668652008-05-20T11:45:00.000-05:002008-05-20T11:45:00.000-05:00I love the midnight blue pant set!!! It looks gre...I love the midnight blue pant set!!! It looks great!I'm the Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10156457288790480946noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-38136639856043222072008-05-20T08:52:00.000-05:002008-05-20T08:52:00.000-05:00Both of the outfits are really pretty (and equally...Both of the outfits are really pretty (and equally so in my opinion) but for 90 degree heat, outside?? Go with the linen and stay COOL while pregnant! (I am too and that's what I would do!)<BR/><BR/>Linen does require ironing more I guess but I still think it could work well. It does kind of depend too on your skin and hair color... I have lighter skin and dark hair so pastels do tend to wash me out a bit (my husband says) but I would still go with linen over synthetic for the heat.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-52482480596565990892008-05-19T20:35:00.000-05:002008-05-19T20:35:00.000-05:00I know I come late to the party -- sorry!!And if t...I know I come late to the party -- sorry!!<BR/><BR/>And if that top orange-y thing is the $140 frock -- I could not agree more -- that one isn't too flattering to you at all!<BR/><BR/>But I wanted to say the other two look GREAT on you! But I think that the dress would be way cooler, don't you?<BR/><BR/>Heck, I don't even look that good NOT pregnant!! You look absolutely beautiful!SoapDochttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07106838292055117837noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-90248829396309056132008-05-19T19:15:00.000-05:002008-05-19T19:15:00.000-05:00I agree about the brighter colors for a tropical l...I agree about the brighter colors for a tropical location. I checked out motherhood maternity online <BR/><BR/>http://www.motherhood.com/home.asp?Media=&referer=http://aolsearcht.aol.com/aol/&EntryPoint=Home<BR/><BR/><BR/>and they have lots of cute dresses in the sale section of the website. Several are sleeveless and I know you commented on not being so crazy about it but maybe you could find a solid shrug or something to go with one of the sleeveless ones. I couldn't believe the prices! Some were $14 up to maybe $30! <BR/>Good luck and go with what you like!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-55865757012010694782008-05-19T12:46:00.000-05:002008-05-19T12:46:00.000-05:00I like the aqua dress! :) KellyI like the aqua dress! :) KellyMiss Ghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08219700435273352618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-24053083605850475192008-05-19T12:29:00.000-05:002008-05-19T12:29:00.000-05:00I wanted to thank everyone again for the helpful a...I wanted to thank everyone again for the helpful advice.<BR/><BR/>Honestly, seeing myself in the photos was all I needed to spot several of the problems! Boy, we really look different in real life than we do in the dressing room mirror, don't we?<BR/><BR/>I am amazed at the changes my body is undergoing with this 3rd pregnancy and see immediately that some new "support" is in order : )<BR/><BR/>I am thankful tothose of you who have shared your opinions and ideas. <BR/><BR/>Any reference to ugly comments refers to some nasty anonymous comments you wouldn't dare write on a bathroom wall. Those have been deleted as soon as I found them, and I hope you weren't reading when they popped up.Meredithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08455517419708043340noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-86099964346470152272008-05-19T11:18:00.000-05:002008-05-19T11:18:00.000-05:00You look gorgeous in the midnight blue!You look gorgeous in the midnight blue!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-20493556415483000822008-05-19T10:32:00.000-05:002008-05-19T10:32:00.000-05:00midnight bluemidnight blueAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-33504549094255370202008-05-19T08:03:00.000-05:002008-05-19T08:03:00.000-05:00I like the pantsuit as well -- it drapes nicely. :...I like the pantsuit as well -- it drapes nicely. :-)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-27558249359289809352008-05-19T07:43:00.000-05:002008-05-19T07:43:00.000-05:00I like the light blue - I think it's springy and c...I like the light blue - I think it's springy and cool. Being outside in navy is going to be hot!!Randi~Dukes and Duchesseshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08277985792260962440noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-24098559030344945602008-05-19T07:34:00.000-05:002008-05-19T07:34:00.000-05:00I like the dark blue the best.Don't be too hard on...I like the dark blue the best.<BR/><BR/>Don't be too hard on yourself. It's fantastic you are pregnant, and this little frustration is well worth it. Go and have a great time and don't worry too much. :)<BR/><BR/>JenniferAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-6913496233175494152008-05-19T05:38:00.000-05:002008-05-19T05:38:00.000-05:00Hi love your blog and your attitude! The navy set ...Hi love your blog and your attitude! The navy set is the most flattering. If you decide to keep looking (the navy being too hot), you have at least learned what lines to look for. The v-neck and underbust gathering is very flattering. Also, a long dress is not as flattering as a kneelength one or a pant set when pregnant. The long dress sort of hides all the shape underneath - creating a boxlike effect. Look for something like this (wiev D looks the coolest and you have beautiful arms and legs.) Maybe in a blue, aqua, turquise colorway. Or navy with white - so fresh!<BR/><BR/>http://www.butterick.com/item/B5196.htm?tab=sleepwear_maternity_men_uniforms&page=1 <BR/><BR/>I wish you lived near me, Meredith, I'm sure we would be friends. And I could have sewed a dress for you. (And also taught you to sew - its really fun and I'm sure you would be good at it, with your eye for esthetics.) <BR/><BR/>Good luck on your hunt. Seems its not over yet. <BR/><BR/>Vibeke in OsloAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-17912901854753881872008-05-19T01:27:00.000-05:002008-05-19T01:27:00.000-05:00I love the navy set! I love it, because it makes y...I love the navy set! I love it, because it makes you look pregnant.. it shows that you're actually pretty thin, and only your belly is big..<BR/><BR/>I think the green set makes it look like you're hiding a belly that may-or-may-not-be-caused-by-a-baby.. *lol* You know what I mean? ;)<BR/><BR/>Obviously you're pregnant, but there are so many people out there wearing such clothes to hide a hamburger belly..<BR/><BR/>Greetings from the netherlands!Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06021892170202864510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-69125379487346043372008-05-19T01:05:00.000-05:002008-05-19T01:05:00.000-05:00Have fun at the wedding and as long as you are com...Have fun at the wedding and as long as you are comfortable that is what matters. <BR/><BR/>I guess I simply cannot relate to the highly critical comments. I've never really cared much what others think about what I'm wearing. <BR/><BR/>I'm sure you'll look lovely because it's a blessing to be able to have a baby - and that is beautiful enough, really. Take care, LynAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-50313412869745441512008-05-18T23:14:00.000-05:002008-05-18T23:14:00.000-05:00Meredith,I know I'm late, but I hope you're still ...Meredith,<BR/>I know I'm late, but I hope you're still reading these comments. I just want to say that we all think you're a beautiful person and we don't want you to go to the wedding until you feel beautiful. I really think you're short changing yourself with both of these choices.<BR/><BR/>Have you looked at the "special occasion" maternity dresses on target.com? If it was my choice, I'd pick the ivory dress with the bow in the back<BR/>http://www.target.com/Liz-Lange-Target-V-Neck-Dress/dp/B0012ZWUK0/ref=pd_ecc_rvi_1/601-3607210-6765707<BR/>and top it with the maternity cardigan in spanish brown<BR/>http://www.target.com/Liz-Lange-Target-Ruffled-Cardigan/dp/B0013CV8OG/ref=in_pe_recently-viewed-items_1/601-3607210-6765707<BR/>A dress is soooo much cooler in the heat and the color combination would be summery and formal, but the brown cardigan would keep you from looking too "bridal"<BR/><BR/>Good luck to you! I'm currently pregnant and I know how hard it is to find a dress that looks right!<BR/><BR/>Hugs,<BR/>MirissaMirissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02117522010330676976noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-31295496816889633612008-05-18T22:38:00.000-05:002008-05-18T22:38:00.000-05:00I'm a little late - but midnight blue is IT! Stun...I'm a little late - but midnight blue is IT! Stunning!Sandyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08910644413175366761noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-56713192771119157382008-05-18T21:02:00.000-05:002008-05-18T21:02:00.000-05:00I think the blue pant suit is a keeper with some s...I think the blue pant suit is a keeper with some stappy white or silver sandals and a fun necklace that you can wear later would look great. <BR/>Target has some really cute maternity clothing too. I would wear what you feel good in (both physcially,mentally AND financially) as it doesn't work for me unless I feel good about what I am wearing<BR/>And most of all go in and "hold your head up high" as my Mom would say and enjoy the conversation and time together and let others feel the way they do. You are creating a LIFE and who cares what others might think. That way you will look great in anything you are wearing!!<BR/>Blessings<BR/>SueAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-80336041947203658082008-05-18T20:54:00.000-05:002008-05-18T20:54:00.000-05:00I just thought that since I was one of the people ...I just thought that since I was one of the people who suggested the good fitting bra, I would explain. For refrence, before 6 kids I was a B size edging toward C which hey was good. In the course of being pregnant 6 times and nursing for a total of 10 years. <BR/><BR/>Yes I nursed for 10 years of my life. Anyway I am now so heavy on top, pushing DD to it's limit, that, I have truly realized the benifits of a great bra. Some bras do not support well. The chest can tend to ummmm ahhhh here face more east and west then both going north. Sorry, LOL, this can lead to your body shape not looking as good as it should. <BR/><BR/>NOT THAT I AM SAYING THAT MERIDITH LOOKS BAD, SHE DOES NOT. But clothes in particular the tops look better, and fit better when things are properly supported. Again I am not poking fun so please believe me. I just know I felt better, even when pregnant, having things where they used to stay naturally, LOL. Trust me I am poking fun at myself, no one else, LOL. Please take this in the spirit I meant it. Good luck finding the right dress. I know it is hard. I get so frustrated sometimes. <BR/><BR/>God Bless<BR/>Hugs<BR/>AmyAmy Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12847471571806317804noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-59639579482078080692008-05-18T20:49:00.000-05:002008-05-18T20:49:00.000-05:00The midnight blue - definitely! It's flattering an...The midnight blue - definitely! It's flattering and versatile!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-82593844566744587512008-05-18T20:15:00.000-05:002008-05-18T20:15:00.000-05:00Meredith, can you stand one more comment?I totally...Meredith, can you stand one more comment?<BR/><BR/>I totally recant almost everything I wrote! I actually think the cut of the aqua looks dowdy after reading other opinions that opened my eyes. It was the color that swayed me. <BR/><BR/>And I remember Elise's introduction picture, you were stunning in navy.<BR/><BR/>You haven't found the right thing yet. What an education this entire discussion has been! Thanks everyone.<BR/><BR/>deb meyersAn Adventurer in the Worldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11609157269651262432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12364613.post-4670892714518922492008-05-18T19:57:00.000-05:002008-05-18T19:57:00.000-05:00I love the cut of the navy pantset. Very flatterin...I love the cut of the navy pantset. Very flattering. If you can wear some fun/tropical earrings or necklace, I think that you've got it! My only concern would be that you might get hot, but I definitely think it is the most flattering.<BR/><BR/>Good luck!BlondeMomBlog (Jamie)https://www.blogger.com/profile/11678207937709971411noreply@blogger.com