The Melbourne winter sun has come out for all of two minutes and I am already thinking about bathing suits. I saw this Cozi by Jennifer Hawkins number in the Herald Sun on Saturday, and again on the Sassi Sam blog today – does that mean I am totally meant to scout it out come November when it hits shelves?

If only I looked like Jen!!

Meanwhile, I am 26 days and counting into Dry July, where I decided to give up shopping for 31 days. The countdown is now on til Sunday – officially August 1 when I can again flash my cash and cards – but as the day draws nearer I can’t help but wonder what I have learnt this month. It was supposed to teach me something, wasn’t it?

THINGS I HAVE LEARNT
– Walking away to think about if you really need it only works if you are not actually allowed to buy it. I still thought about it for days, it just got replaced by something else I wasn’t allowed to buy.

– If you ban one thing, like shopping, you will no doubt end up spending extra income elsewhere – like at restaurants, movies and lunches.

– People will always try to tell you that you can’t do it. Sometimes it’s just about proving them wrong.

– I had so much more pleasure in buying things for other people this month – presents were allowed!!

– As soon as you can’t shop, EVERYTHING will go on sale.

6 more sleeps!!

Image Credit: Sassi Sam