TGIF & Tunes

Spring semester has finally come to a close and after breathing a sigh of relief from passing my courses, I thought I would post a blog! So much has been going on that I'm not sure if a three week break before Summer semester will be enough (I'm finally going to cash in on that massage my sister got me for Christmas-thank you Jennifer!). So what exactly has been going on? Nothing too much worth noting, went to an NBA basketball game with my deserving husband (it was his birthday/valentine's day gift). I got to sit in the same arena with Lil Wayne ;) I've been crafting little projects here and there, currently I'm working on some projects that involve pallets-and Matthew is going to kill me if I don't stop piling them up in our little apartment. With it being Friday, I thought I would provide some of my current favorite tunes. Enjoy! I hope to be posting more soon, I've been brainstorming this week :) TGIF

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Yes I finally like a Biebs song ;)

 

The Wanted: Chasing the Sun

Karmin: Brokenhearted (love this song;reminds me a little of Spice Girls?)

Havana Brown ft Pitbull: We Run the Night (you will find me shoulder "jiggin" to this one)

Chris Brown: Turn Up the Music

Robin Thicke ft Lil Wayne: Pretty Lil' Heart (this one has grown on me)

Random Saturday

This morning, after doing a little cleaning, I decided to kick back and search my On Demand. You'll never guess what I found on "Vintage MTV"....ummm The Hills!!! My Saturday has been made! :)

While enjoying Season 3 of the Hills, I was comparing my life (or wanna be life maybe) to Lauren, Lo's and Audrina. What girl hasn't? I discovered that even though I thought I was most like LC...I am most definitely more like LO, and my BFF is comparible to LC. I was a little saddened as this, but then realized...I can be "friends" with LC lol

Hope everyone else is having a wonderful, sunny Saturday! I'm about to hit the trails with my version of LC :)

~xoxo

Lauren Conrad & Lo Bosworth

Kimberly & Me :)

Music to my Heart

You know me, I love music! It sets the mood for me, which is why I'm usually jamming to music videos on VH1 or MTV in the mornings while getting ready for work. Just thought I'd share my current playlist (mix of old and new).

Share your favorite tunes too! I'm always interested in new artists!

~xoxo

Civil Wars: Barton Hollow

Jason Mraz: I Won't Give Up

JayZ & Janye: Paris ***(Warning: it contains some adult language)***

Jessie J: Domino

Lil Wayne & Bruno Mars: Mirror ***(warning: may have explicit language)***

And the "older" ones I've been listening to??

Goo Goo Dolls: Name

Matchbox Twenty: Push

Incubus: Drive

Things I Love: Spring

Spring is inching closer, and I'm definitely ready for this cool weather to move on out of here! This week's Thing I love features Spring :) Enjoy!

What do you love about Spring?

Buttercups

Tree Blossoms

Easter (this picture made me giggle)

Easter Candy (peeps are my favorite and I thought this Easter cupcake filled with cotton candy and topped with Bunny Peeps were too cute-something I may try for the family get together this year)

Pastels (I love pastel pants right now, Gap has a great selection this Spring)

 I keep seeing this pop up on Pinterest and I love, love it

Last couple of things I love about spring: lace and florals (if they're together, then the better) ;)

 whimsical mix of pastels and florals

Don't forget to comment below and share your favorites

~xoxo

Things I Love

In effort to make sure I, at least, blog regularly, I am going to do a weekly post titled: Things I Love. It's kind of like sharing my pinterest board(s) with you. Spring semester has started full swing, and I am busier than ever trying to manage classes and a full time job. So without further ado, a present to you a few things I love. Enjoy :) ~xoxo

What are a few things you love?

Glitter

Quotes

New Furniture

Sunglasses&LipGloss

Talking into a fan (you know you love it too)

The warmth of the sun

a lavish bathroom

Resolutions...

New Years always has everyone excited to lose weight for the year. Trust me I've done it myself for several years now and it is disappointing when you "fail" that resolution. So I've decided instead to put less pressure on myself and just focus on living a healthy lifestyle, which includes what I eat and exercising.

Recently, I've found out that I have a condition known as IBS. And for those that know what is is, it can be extremely miserable. Fortunately, I've had some help from a physician and a book that has guided me to eating right for IBS. The bonus for this is that I have lost some pounds while changing my diet, and the constant bloat I experienced all the time as dwindled as well. Now, adding some gym time to this will help me to keep my healthy lifestyle active and boost my self-confidence (an ongoing resolution for me). Now I know I said I wouldn't do resolutions this year, but these aren't necessarily just that. So just what are a few things I want to work on this year?

1. Be better at organizing (home & office)

2. Build up my GPA (summer is my last semester! yay)

3. Start look into my professional career

4. Build up our savings account (future home)

So whatever you have written down for your resolutions, good luck to you and remember that in order for it happen, you have to make a daily effort. I've listed some perseverance quotes below, for myself, and for you to get through your goals for the New Year. xoxo~

I may not be there yet, but I'm closer than I was yesterday. 

Our greatest glory is not in never failing, but in rising up every time we fail.  ~Ralph Waldo Emerson
Don't be afraid to give your best to what seemingly are small jobs.  Every time you conquer one it makes you that much stronger.  If you do the little jobs well, the big ones will tend to take care of themselves.  ~Dale Carnegie

Cheers to the New Year

2012 is fast approaching and everyone is trying to find that perfect party dress for the occasion (or the perfect set of pjs if you're planning on celebrating at home). Usually I go for a black ensemble and add a little sparkle to it. This year I'll be braving Gold, and that's a big step for me because I've never been one to wear it. I decided to see if anyone else was considering putting together a similar piece and this is what my Google search found:

New Years is always about glitter and fun! But it's also about everyone setting new goals to achieve for the new year, or restating ones from the past. This year, my friend Kimberly and I have decided that we will "let go" for 2012.

Instead of making new goals for the year, Kimberly and I are going to write down our worries and fears on balloons. Then we are going to  release them into the air, symbolising our step in moving forward and "letting go" of what keeps us down in life. I'll be posting pictures of our little release and maybe it will motivate you to "stop worrying about your weight" instead of making a goal each year to lose weight (just an example). Each new year gives us a chance to grow and become better individuals.

What are you plans and goals for the 2012?

~xoxo

Thankfuls

Can't believe it's already time for Thanksgiving. I enjoy this time of year to spend with family and eat lots of food! I hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable holiday, and remember to be thankful for what you have because you never know when it may be gone. xoxo~

 

Obessions:

Feathers!!!!! If you know me, I have a slight (ok, major) obession with feathers. I can't help it. I'm being a peacock for halloween, I wear feather earrings, feather hair clips, and feather necklaces. Currently I am researching ideas for a feather inspired christmas tree (but I am not going overboard with it). (psst, I even want a small feather tattoo on my wrist or foot-but that would be cause for my husband to divorce me). So, here are a few of my favorite feather photos. What are your thoughts on feathers: love or hate? And what is your favorite way to wear feathers? xoxo~

Feather Mask (New Years)

Feather clutch

Feather wall art

Feather bouquets

Feather photo (should have done this at my wedding)

Feather hat/dress

Inspirational feather photo

Feather tattoo

Celebrity Favs

I love these ladies, either because they inspire or I just think they're awesome :)

Lauren Conrad

Emma Stone

Zooey Deschanel

Sarah Jessica Parker

Michelle Monaghan

Dianne Argon

Catherine Middleton

Selena Gomez

Always Fabulous: Audrey Hepburn

xoxo~Maggie