The Flightless Darling

lavender crystal

2012-03-09T19:14:00.000-08:00

"I am not young enough to know everything." // Oscar Wilde

Alright. So...I had this post prepped and ready for yesterday, but certain events transpired that kept me from blogging. I'm not ready to openly discuss what happened with the blog-o-sphere, but just know that I am working on trying to stay positive and cheerful.

In other news, this is one of my favorite new necklaces from Forever 21. It's something that my sister and I will be sharing (until I purchase something similar for myself). For quite sometime, I have always preferred amethyst over diamonds. There's just something more unique and powerful about ambient toned rocks that just makes my soul glow.

Hope you all are doing well.
xx

mais oui vintage

2012-03-06T14:00:00.003-08:00

One girl, an adventure of unexpected delights, witty and profound European vintage hoarding, unrequited love, flushed smiles and lots of beautiful dresses!

{from their website}

Mais Oui Vintage is an online vintage Australian treasure chest, selling one-of-a-kind pieces from dresses to shoes to blouses of whimsical nature. I instantly fell in love with these incandescent photos, getting me to feel all nostalgic about my love for classic clothes and style wear. Although they are Aussie based, everything is mainly French inspired. I mean, come on, do you not just love these pieces and photos? It's itching me to plan an inspired photo shoot!

If you check out their online Etsy shop, you can check out their sweet, sweet finds. Browsing through, I'm loving this sweet cream dress - ah! Too many adorable finds, not enough money. Ha ha.

Anyways, I hope you're enjoying your Tuesday.

Ps. Check out their blog too :)

more than just a memory

2012-03-05T10:08:00.000-08:00

{if the rain comes}

The people around float like falling leaves in Autumn. Slowly swaying to the ground, beautiful and impatient. Words escape me when the wind changes direction, taking with them my emotions and tears.

We've always walked on opposite ends of fate.

I've always walked with an un-ended open mind, while you inhaled the orange embers you promised not to. Yet still we held hands, hope intertwined between our fingertips. Forever walking to the rhythm of the rain, simple and comforting.

My love for you is like the sky. Relaxing and infinite. Like the clouds drifting to find their better half. The warmth of my sunlight and the beauty of your moonlight's shine.

Your love is like the night. Mysterious and enchanting, much like your silver eyes. A darkness reflected within you, but yet I always felt safe in your arms.

Then one day you crossed the solid line and everything transitioned into what I feared most.

The lose of you, of us. Of me.

I warned you to keep the balance, but we were destined to fall apart.

pop of pink

2012-03-03T10:40:00.001-08:00

I tend to find myself hoarded within my room these days, surrounded by my books and various mood boards/posters. The light from my window shines, brightening my work space. Pages beyond pages of notes, cups of coffee every few hours. Ugh. Being a college student who cares about her grades is exhausting.

I wore this outfit about a week ago. I had just bought that sheer blouse and couldn't wait to wear it. Also, one of my best darlings gave me this denim vest. She told me it didn't fit her and then thought of me to have it. Isn't that sweet? Oh yeah, the reason she cut off the sleeves was to make a bow tie. Impatiently waiting to see the DIY. I added the vest last minute because I didn't want to be wearing nearly all black.

I like the mixed-and-matched look.

Wearing a sheer black top from Marshalls, an unknown floral skirt, a denim vest given to me by my friend, my coveted GAP tights, and Steve Madden booties.

Sorry to be so vague in this post. My mind is on "studying mode" so this is just a real quick post.

Have a great weekend. Cheers!
Ps. Have you noticed any changes on my blog??

photo diary // the winter months

2012-03-01T16:38:00.000-08:00

When the weather began to cool down back in late November and the leaves slowly changed colors as they fell to the ground, I took a few walks around my neighborhood. The crisp breeze felt refreshing upon my face as the sun warmed my finger tips. My dog Vera enjoyed the rays of the sun too, rolling around my neighbors yards. If only the weather were like this all the time, eh?

I've mentioned before that my friend was taking a photography class over at her college. I've always wanted to see how they process film, so I was lucky enough to be invited and watch the patience of it all. Note: when they call it a "dark room" it is for sure a "dark room." It was so pitch black in there, that I didn't even know where I was! Also at her campus, they have this bamboo sitting area which there are tall rooted bamboo trees. Anytime I come to visit, I like staying there because it's quite peaceful and you can hear the wind dancing with the tops of the trees.

Earlier this year I attended my Great Uncle Ed's funeral. I've never been to a funeral before (because my mother didn't want me around those kinds of events as a child), but I'm glad I went to pay my respects. It was such a morose and morbid day; seeing my Aunt Adele crying endlessly wasn't the saddest part of all. But the weird thing about that day was riding in a limo. It was my first time. And it will be my last.

In other, more happier news, my cousin's wife (who makes her my cousin-in-law?) hosted her baby shower sometime in early February. As you can see, she's going to have little boy of joy! Ha ha that rhymed. Everything was so cute and adorable and the food was ah-mazing. She made cake pops and this adorable diaper wreath. She's going to be great at making arts and crafts when he arrives. He will surely be loved.

I'm pretty sure I've mentioned this before, but my birthday was back in January. I didn't do much, but I was surprised with flowers and a balloon at midnight. Favorite tradition ever. Also, I went shopping with my sister and her boyfriend as their gift to me. When we went to Sephora, I passed by Vera Wang's newest Lovestruck perform and nearly fainted. I love Vera Wang and everything she does. Pure perfection.

My sister and I have always had a love-and-hate kind of relationship. We'll fight, we'll be alright and then we'll fight again. But as sisters, we always know that in the end, we love each other no matter what. So, my sister and I have been on good terms lately and have hung out and talked much more than we've used to. We went to the park once because she wanted new pictures of us together. I think they turned out quite well, don't you think?

Two weeks after my birthday was my sister's birthday. I didn't have money to buy her anything (she's very particular about things), so I decided to make her a birthday card. I get excited anytime I make someone anything. Ever since high school, I've made my friends birthday cards to. I find it more sentimental and meaningful.

Also for my sister's birthday, we went out to eat at The Boiling Crab in San Jose. I'm not much of a sea food type of gal, but I do love shrimp! My sister's boyfriend also traveled all the way to Sacramento and bought her these delicious and gorgeous cupcakes (I forgot the name). It literally took us about ten minutes to choose which one's we wanted because we couldn't stop snapping pictures. They were honestly too pretty to eat up!

It's no surprise that my friend B and I go on photography adventures when we can. It's nice, really, having a friend that loves photography and learning about photography as much as I do. During winter break, she came along with me to pick up my sister at the train station. Of course, we pulled out our camera's and snapped away. Also, we tested out "night photography" because we've never tried it before. That night, it was extremely cold and windy that I couldn't even hear her when she was talking. But I think my highway photo turned out alright.

I've had such a busy week, too bad I'll have an even busier weekend of studying. But no worries, I will definitely have post prepped and ready to blog.

xx

give me something to hold onto

2012-02-27T10:03:00.002-08:00

{me messing around with my new owl jewelry holder and birdcage cutout}

Hope everyone had a relaxing and fun weekend! I guess if I look back, I had both a relaxing/fun weekend and a busy and studious weekend as well. After finding out my exam scores from my classes, I knew I needed to change my studying habits. Not so good scores. And this weekend, I went into full beast mode and dove right into my textbooks. I can honestly say I am very content with the progress I made. Also, I've been managing my time well and I got to hang out with some friends. Yay!

The past last Wednesday was Ash Wednesday. So I had to give up on the things I've sinned. Most people give up food because it's easy, but I've given up on things that have been troublesome in my life. I gave up on giving up and being lazy. What that means is that I usually don't study for exams until last minute, I put my blog on the back burner, and so many other things. But lately, for the past couple of days, I think I've gotten better! I just hope that this all fairs well.

Ps. I have yet to watch the Oscars, but I'm sure everyone looked gorgeous and the winners deserved their shine

a/w 12 favorites pt. two

2012-02-26T13:05:00.000-08:00

Ps. I got these collections from their corresponding websites

a/w 12 favorites pt. one

2012-02-26T12:57:00.002-08:00

Rodarte

Marc by Marc Jacobs

Band of Outsiders

Creatures of the Wind

Ps. All these images I got from Vogue

The Fray: Scars & Stories Tour

2012-02-25T01:00:00.001-08:00

After months of patiently (and impatiently) waiting, the night finally arrived...

The day began long, with the car ride to the town next over. Lunch at The Cheesecake Factory was, how can I put this lightly, ah-mazingly delicious! Fried Calamari, Factory Nacho's (for two!), Vietnamese Shrimp Summer Rolls, and Avocado Eggrolls. Mmm! My sister and I changed into our 'concert-proper' outfits and headed to catch our BART train. Let me tell you, BART is the grosses transportation device, but it's cheap and rather easy to commute with.

Anyways, we arrived at the Oakland Fox Theater and saw a massive line of fans stretching round the building. The last time I was here was back in September with my sister when we went to go see The Script (I love my Irish boys!). Luckily, we got a decent spot in line so as to not got a poor spot on the main floor inside. As the ticket holders quickly checked us in, everyone rushed inside. Thankfully, I 'emptied my tank' beforehand and we perused the main floor for the best spot to watch the band from.

Wearing a PacSun top, F21 pencil skirt, Target messenger bag and bowler's hat, unknown scarf, Steve Madden black oxfords, and GAP tights.

As we waited, we hurried to snap pictures of ourselves to capture the memorable moments. Soon, the room began to squeeze into together, almost all at once, and the lights began to dim down. The opening band Scars on 45 killed their performance! For a band I never heard of, I instantly fell in love.

I can't even begin to describe the ultimate rush when a band steps on the stage. The crowd cheers in unison, their energy is our energy and everyone's got their recorde-able devices to remember the night. Let me tell you, Isaac Slade has a voice like pure velvet, so smooth and melodic as it travels through the theater. Plus, he's got a great sense of style, don't you think? Gosh, nearly two hours of swaying, and shouting, and singing along made me nearly faint from all the adrenaline! But I would do everything all over again, for sure!

These photos are all snapped and edited my yours truly. I didn't snap many pictures this time because I decided to create a video compilation of the concert instead. So that's what I did.
Check out my vimeo for the video.

potential for something great

2012-02-20T10:34:00.000-08:00

Potential. It has become one of my favorite words as of late.

The potential to lose weight before the warm summer heat arrives. The potential to write a personal novel that's relate-able to others. The potential to find my "McDreamy." The potential for all things happy and beautiful. The potential for something great.

As for my outfit, it has the potential to be one of my favorites! I haven't stopped wearing my bicycle patterned cardigan since I've gotten it. Even in my last outfit post had me styling the cardigan. Also, I've never felt so confident in an outfit before. I've been slowly working out and changing the way I eat, and I guess I'm just so happy that I'm seeing results.

Wearing a Charlotte Russe floral dress, American Eagle infinite scarf, Forever 21 bicycle patterned cardigan, GAP tights, and Mossimo black strap wedges.

Since today's a holiday, I have no classes scheduled. So today's adventure is something I've been waiting for for a few months now. Today, I'll be going to a The Fray concert! Yuuup. I swoon for any boy that plays the keys and sings like an angel. Ah! I spent all last night planning "concert worthy" outfits with my sister - I think we did justice! I don't normally wear pencil/mini skirts but I find it fitting in this setting since I feel much more confident.

What are you doing this President's Day??

these fancy things

2012-02-16T22:32:00.000-08:00

Phew! First exams of the semester are over and I am exhausted! But these lovely new gifts and buys are worth the studying hours. These are just some blouses I got from Forever 21, Target, and TJ Maxx. Actually, I've never been to TJ Maxx before and it's quite lovely there! There house decor resembles close to World Market meets Pier 1 Imports - or something along those lines. When I have my own place, I'm definitely going to be buying many, many items there.

In other news, I FINALLY finished my pen pal's package and will be sending it own it's way tomorrow! Gah, I feel like the worst pen pal ever, having her wait months. But I do hope she likes it!

These are are my other new buys. More stuff from F21, Marshalls, and Target.

These days, when it comes to outfits and snapping pictures, I've been enjoying the easiness of jeans and sweaters! (I think I mentioned this before...) But yeah, it's true. Also, the weather here in town has been bi-polar. First it's windy then it's sunny then it's raining then it's not - it's very confusing.

I hope y'all enjoy your evening! I'll be multitasking the night away.

two owls in love

2012-02-14T22:38:00.000-08:00

I thought these pictures would be quite fitting for Valentine's Day, don't you think?

This is Amanda and Jeremy from Here Comes the Sun. They are beautifully photographed by A Couple of Night Owls because they never got the proper wedding/engagement photos. I just really adore the dreaminess of it all. Everything from the color patterns to the props and scenery and even their adorable quirks and charms when they look at each other. Ah, to be in love is something very special.

To be quite frank, I shouldn't even be posting right now. I've got a MAJOR biology exam tomorrow afternoon that I haven't quite studied enough for. Oops! I've been occupied by other various things, but I can only blame myself. Well anyways, I will be back on Thursday!

Hope you lovelies had a glorious V-day!

patterned bicycles

2012-02-09T17:04:00.000-08:00

I couldn't resist snapping outfit pictures because the weather just surprisingly warmed up! And in February too! It oddly feels like a mixture of spring and fall. Makes me want to stay outside and write.

Anyways, this is an outfit I wore this week to class. I've been in a funk of wearing jeans and chic sweaters, but I felt up to getting all dolled up. So happy I did! I actually enjoyed this outfit, not only because this is my favorite dress but because of my new cardigan. I honestly could get lost at just staring at the forty-something bicycles on my cardigan. Also, my sister just got me this birdcage necklace from PacSun. She said it reminded me of her so she had to get it. She knows me too well.

Wearing a Forever 21 bicycle cardigan and dress, PacSun birdcage necklace, GAP tights, and

Frank Sarto t-strap heels.

I cannot wait for tomorrow, Friday. Just going to stay in and study, finish up some projects, and write. My creative juices are still flowing and I don't want to waste the time I feel inspired. Hope you're all having a lovely Thursday evening! I'm waiting to watch Grey's Anatomy, which just so happens to be my favorite tv show!

Cheers

Ps. Check out my Chictopia!

candles for a dear sister

2012-02-07T11:55:00.000-08:00

Twenty-three years ago my sister was born.

{my sister, melanie, holding moi}

Although we may fight or cry or yell at each other over petty differences, she still is the absolute best. She's one of the few people in my life that I talk to about anything and everything and nothing, all at the same time. We've gone days without talking to each other, we've gone days laughing until we can't breathe.

I'm truly blessed to call her my older sister.

Happy birthday Lanie! I looooove you!

clothes encounter

2012-02-06T09:15:00.000-08:00

Meet Sarah and Jenn, the faces behind Clothes Encounter.

These girls inspirational style and photos always helps me figure out what to wear when I'm in a funk. Which happens to be most days now with my crazy spring semester schedule. They help create videos on their youtube channel on "how to" style certain clothes and always say that we shouldn't be afraid to try a particular trend. Fashion is fashion.

But now that Jenn moved up state for school, it's been difficult for the both of them to get together and film their videos. So now Sarah is gone and Jenn will be the sole face of Clothes Encounter. Check out this link for their announcement.

This doesn't make me love them or cherish them less. But I understand how difficult it must be to have a best friend so far away, and then going to school for engineering, and then on top of that family obligations. It's massive work and time. I'm just glad that they're still friends and Jenn still makes videos!

Cheers.

Ps. Check out this video. It's one of my favorites because it deals with lace!

when i used to wear plaid

2012-02-05T17:30:00.000-08:00

Just a quick Sunday evening post...

As old as this photo is (probably late spring of last year?), I used to be mad about plaid. This jacket used to never leave my side. I would honestly wear this with just about everything I own. But those days are long gone, just like the colors in the sky - indifferent.

I don't know, but these days I've been more into wearing the comfortableness of jeans rather than dresses and tights. I know, shocking! But I do miss dressing up, so that'll most likely change soon. I don't like to be in just one setting for too long, I'd feel all bored and "Plain Jane."

Wearing CR plaid jacket and blue pocket dress, Steve Madden oxfords, and unknown tights and scarf

You're all probably wondering what am I doing posting on Super Bowl Sunday?

Well, I'm not a fan of football - I'm more of a baseball kind of gal. And my family isn't into the teams that made it to the end this year, so no big parties or platters of hot wings. Instead, I'm (obviously) studying. Which I think I better get back to.

Ps. Looking at these pictures makes me terribly miss my short hair

watercolour garments

2012-02-04T18:31:00.000-08:00

I need to take a break from studying my Abnormal Psychology notes to post something - who knew there were so many different disorders categorized into more disorders! So as I was stumbling upon my tumblr I came across these.

These are watercolour compulsory garments from Ephemera Friends on Etsy. Aren't they absolutely stunning? Mark Hall-Patch is the creative eye behind these very detailed illustrations. Oh, I wish I could draw like this. Then, I would never stop painting and would get behind in school and my assignments and be covered in paint. Ha ha, just kidding!

I hope you are all enjoying yo weekends! Besides being glued to my textbooks, I went out last night with family and friends to go see The Women in Black. I'm not a big fan of scary movies, but I couldn't pass up a film to see Daniel Radcliffe do ah-mazing in this film! Honestly, go and watch it.

Ps. I covered my eyes with my cardigan during all the scary parts lol

wong fu for lyfe

2012-02-02T19:29:00.000-08:00

Alright. With all things fashion and pretty dresses aside, I thought I'd share with you something very special to me and without-a-doubt hilarious. Have you ever heard of Wong Fu Productions?

Well, you are in for a treat either way.

From left to right, Ted Fu and Wes Chan and Philip Wang are the boys behind the camera and production of what is Wong Fu, an independent production company in Los Angeles. These boys began just as college students making videos and uploading them to YouTube for kicks and smiles. Little did they know that they would touch peoples hearts and minds and grow to be quite popular.

They create and produce these amazing video shorts that are both hilarious and honest. Especially with hits like Strangers, Again that reached 8 million views in just weeks! They work with their fellow YouTube sensation friends and musicians. Ever heard of Far East Movement? They are truly humble and wholesome.

Their kindness is pure inspiration.

I recommend you begin watching their shorts and dreams now. Please.

Ps. Regularly blogging will continue tomorrow :)

a quick note

2012-01-31T22:48:00.000-08:00

{moi, wearing my sister's hello kitty snuggie}

I just want to thank everyone for the sweet birthday wishes. I very much enjoyed the week. Everyone in the blog-o-sphere is just too sweet and kick-ass awesome! Lol. Also, I know I haven't posted my new buys yet, but school has been untimely killing me softly (catch my drift?). Hopefully though, fingers crossed, the calm before the storm arrives at my front door real soon and I can relax.

The only good thing to come out of this is my immense inspiration for writing! It's quite weird, actually. I'll be staying up later than usual and just write and write and write. Sometimes, I don't even want to go to sleep.

But why does it have to be now? When my study pile is increasing?

Oh, universe. You do hate me.

Cheers

shy smiles and lovely skies

2012-01-28T09:00:00.000-08:00

This is the outfit I wore on my birthday to go eat dinner out in. Delicious Italian food is my favorite! And since I'm not one for "attention," my family got our waitress to just hand my piece of cake with candles and not sing. But at midnight on my birthday, my family surprised me with flowers (white roses!) and a balloon singing happy birthday. It's one of my favorite birthday traditions.

This dress is just one of many new buys I got for my big day. Too bad you can't see the crochet detail on the back, but come Spring I"ll definitely show you guys. Also, I realized I haven't properly snapped my ombre hair. So, here you go! I've been getting compliments on it, but my mother doesn't like it. She can't wait 'til I dye my hair back or cut it off. But, I'm not fun experimenting yet!

Wearing Forever 21 dress, ring, and leopard print wedges, American Eagle infinite scarf,

Pac Sun cardigan, and GAP tights

Hope you're week is going well! I only just ending my second week of classes this semester and already am swaaamped with assignments and studying. The life of a college student is never uneventful. Anyways, I'm heading out today for my cousin's baby shower. Yesterday, we bought their registered gifts at Baby's R Us and everything was absolutely adorable! It makes me excited to be a future mother. Lol.

Cheers

Ps. This was one of the few times I actually straightened my hair. Someday's I like it, someday's I hate it.

from a dream we shared

2012-01-27T09:09:00.000-08:00

{Jen Bekman}

She stands, somewhere unknown and mysterious. It's dark as a forest at midnight. The stars in the sky shine, singing just enough light for her to breathe. She stands, only knowing where her fingers and toes are. A symphony of sounds surround her. She enjoys its company.

Something then spooks her and she closes her eyes shut. She clenches her fist, ready. The slightest chill runs up her back, knees begin to shake. She opens her eyes to the welcoming glare of the sun.

She finds herself standing somewhere familiar. A park. Crowds of folks pass her by, unaware of her presence. They seem to flow like liquid, smooth and slow. She looks around for comfort. Little did she know who she would find standing several feet ahead of her.

The boy with the deep baby blue eyes with a smile like a string of pearls.

She smiles. Her heart quickens with the mere sight of him there. The palms of her hands intensify, a fuzzy feeling she can't shake off. He quickly notices her then, as if he could read her thoughts. Lovestruck, she holds her breath for control. He smiles. All is right in her world.

They appear to be the only stagnant beings around a sea of water. With this in mind, they meet each other in the middle. Something magical happens. These days, they call it love. Their bodies so close to each other. She can hear is ever-beating heart. He can smell the mist of her perfume. Waves of electricity exchange between their hand and lips. The slightest touch, and deeper down the hole they fall.

He reaches for the skin on her lips, he lingers. Their hands collide.

A smoke of bright light captures their beauty. It clears, no one there but a pair of foot prints on the pavement. A sheet of darkness surrounds the scene, with only the stars for guidance.

DIY // Polaroids

2012-01-25T07:57:00.000-08:00

I've always admired Polaroids and the magical affect they brought to the images. Unfortunately, I do not own an instant Polaroid camera. So I decided to make my own. And voila! DIY Polaroids. I made these, actually, over a year ago for a class assignment but have yet to mention them on my blog.

All I did was measure an actual Polaroid picture and trace cut outs of it onto patterned/colored construction paper. Then I printed out my own photography, measuring accordingly, but printed them out in black and white (it just looked dreamier). A hint: leave extra space towards the bottom when glueing/taping the pictures. It'll make it look more like a Polaroid.

I'd like to thank everyone for wishing me a very happy birthday yesterday. Although my birthdays in the past have been quite terrible (leaving me in tears - loooong story), I honestly enjoyed this year's birthday festivities. I've got tons of new buys and a few dinner birthday pictures that I'll post at the end of the week.

Cheers

twenty candles for a flightless bird

2012-01-24T12:27:00.000-08:00

{my polyvore}

My wishlist for my birthday

I guess from the title, you can sort of tell that today is my birthday. My 20th Birthday to be exact!

You should know, though, that I'm not much of a birthday gal. I'm terribly shy and modest, especially when it comes to being the center of attention. But I won't complain about my family surprising at midnight with flowers and balloons. It's always been a tradition that I've looked forward to!

Anyways, my family had planned to go out to eat dinner for my candles but my brother and I have an evening class that ruins it all. Booo. But we just plan on ordering take out and watching a movie. I like it simple and smooth, just like I like my music.

Cheers

dan in real life

2012-01-21T09:14:00.000-08:00

This just happens to be one of my all time favorite movies. EVER. Actually, A Walk to Remember is my absolute favorite movie, but this is a very close second. If you have yet to see this amazing, amazing film directed by Peter Hedges then you must! It's honestly brilliant.

This movie taught me about finding love later in life and that it's okay to love again, to open up your heart to someone new. Also, I learned more about the love and understanding of ones' family and siblings. We're all different shells just trying to go through life as best and as happiest as we can.

Plus, this film has some great laughs!

Well, my first week back to class has been...eh. All we did was go over the syllabus in all my classes so that was dull and boring. But, I've already got assignments needed to be done. Ahh! I guess I better get started on them and not procrastinate (one of my new year's resolutions).

Happy Saturday!!

Ps. Yes, I am watching Dan in Real Life right now. It's raining here in Northern California. Rain and clouds plus Steve Carell and laughter equals much needed comfort.

simple clothing

2012-01-18T10:44:00.000-08:00

greens // spring 2011

I stumbled upon the musings of Greens from Calivintage when she posted about their Fall 2012 collection. I instantly fell in love with their clean lines and simple color palate. I'm already dreamy of dressing in dresses, skirts, and light cardigans when it's nearly 50 degrees outside right now(that's pretty chilly here in California, well at least for me). I should be thinking of wool jackets and the warmth of patterned tights instead.

What are you all looking forward to this spring?

class is in session

2012-01-17T11:00:00.000-08:00

photo credit // we heart it

So today, I begin my Spring Semester. My first class of the day is about thirty minutes away, which means that I will have to wake up early (say, six o'clock in the morning) to find a good enough parking spot and then find a good seat in the class. Oh, what joy.

Anyways, this semester I have a few goals/resolutions I'm definitely going to check off my list. It's not that I'm not a good student (I'm one of those folks that likes sitting in the front of the classroom and I'm definitely one of those peeps that reads ahead in the textbook), it's just that I procrastinate quite badly. I get distracted by many things: tumblr, facebook, pinterest, and then there's my tv shows, writing, projects - the list goes on. But this semester, I'm going to try and stay focused. These are just a few of my helpful tips and tricks...

Have an outfit planned the previous night. This isn't a major problem for me, but sometimes I change my mind the morning f (depending if I'm too cold or too hot due to the weather). What I need to do is check the weather before and plan at least two outfits, one that's well planned and another (only if I'm running late or being lazy) that is casual and easy.
Don't wait for the weekend to begin assignments. This, I guess, is more of an issue for me. i get a bit overwhelmed during the middle of the week and become quite the sloth just lounging in my room. I konw that I have a stack of homework tog et finished, but I brush it off to the side and wait until Friday (not classes for me that day!) to begin them. But then friends wanna hang out because they too don't have classes and I'm stuck at a crossroads. But now, I will just have to suck it up and begin my class assignments the day it's assigned. It's the proper thing to do.
Ask questions if confused. Yes, yes. I am one of those students that doesn't raise their hand if they don't understand what's going on. I usually email my teachers, but I know now that not all teachers check their emails regularly. I learned that the hard way. I'm going to stop being foolish and be the smart student I know I am.
Keep my schedule flexible. I don't know about you guys, but I religiously watch my favorite tv shows. It's one of those things I look forward to in the week. But, with that said, it clashes with my studying time. I know now that what I need to do is watch the shows sparingly throughout the week, instead of crowding myself in one night.
STUDY. I believe this will be my most challenging task. Not only am I enrolled in a biology physiology class (hardest class EVER!) but I've also begun writing my novel again. Both are very important to me and I just don't want to lose faith in both, you know? I just need to focus my time on studying more than my writing. It's just going to suck to have to do that.

Damn. This semester is really going to kick my butt.

Well, these are just my goals that I would like to at least reach. I like to think of them as realistic as opposed to resolutions, which sounds more difficult. But I don't want all of this to distract me from my blog. I love updating and writing on my blog, even though I don't have very many readers. Ha ha. I just hope y'all don't ge bored of me!

nothing too fancy

2012-01-15T18:34:00.000-08:00

Just something I wore for church today. Nothing special, really.

Well, I begin my spring semester this Tuesday and I'm both excited and dreading it all together. I mean, I'm always worried when classes begin again. I just hope that this semester breezes by before I know it.

Target bowler's hat, H&M cardigan, blouse from Charlotte Russe, black pants

from Gap, and Steve Madden wedges.

lucid dreaming

2012-01-13T17:49:00.000-08:00

Terrible sorry for my hiatus this week. My family has been pretty much on the download these past several days. A few people in our family passed and we're just taking our time grieving. But in the meantime, please enjoy this short (somewhat) outfit post.

This is one of my favorite comfortable outfits I wore almost two years ago, when we moved houses for the first time. I know it may sound weird, but dressing up and decorating one's room creates a more inspirational mood. Don't you think? Sometimes, I do miss my old room. The french doors, the extra large room and the extra closet space. But I did not like the bathroom; it freaked me out for some odd reason.

H&M Divided floral cardigan and hair accessories, an old blue dress, unknown

white blouse, and Charlotte Russe jewelry.

In other news, today is Friday the 13th. I'm not big on remembering dates and numbers, but I can be a bit superstitious. Although for this specific date, I don't get all freaked or weirded out. But if I do see a black cat, I will be alarmed. Hope you all enjoy your Friday! I think I'll be spending it writing my novel some more.

Cheers

patterns and things

2012-01-08T16:15:00.000-08:00

Hope everyone had a relaxing and well-needed weekend. I know I did. Hung out with some pals in Fremont and played board games. Ever heard of Guesstures? It was quite hilarious trying to act out "squirt!". Anyways, I realized I have yet to post about the gifts and things I got over the holiday.

I'm trying to varietize (new word) myself with my wardrobe. I noticed I didn't have many sweaters and jumpers. My mom got me a red Forever 21 patterned sweater and a black speckled sweater from Marshalls. Also, my aunt gave me this really neat scarf - been wearing it every single day! And my sister bought me a new planner for the new year. Can't wait to fill it up with class assignments and future adventures.

I don't think I mentioned this, but my signature scent was Vera Wang's Princess, but they're quite pricey and I wanted something different. So, I got the Bath & Body Work's Twilight Woods and Victoria Secret's Sexy Little Things Noir scents. They are both supeeerb! Smelling awesome and knowing you smell awesome go hand-in-hand.

Sad to say that this will be my last week of holidays before beginning my Spring semester. Ugh. I know I'm going to dread waking up early for classes. But in the meantime, I am having fuuun and staying productive (key!) with catching up with friends and tv shows, getting back into my crafts and projects, and writing my novel. Ahh, if only this week could last longer than sever days, eh?

Cheers

Darkest Days

2012-01-06T15:07:00.000-08:00

One of my resolutions this year (for my blog) is to be more honest, to be open with my writing.

And so, here I go...

I used to hide away in the confines of my bedroom.

Four walls that enclosed my sorrows from the world, with only a window to stare out of. A bed that became the comfort of a best friend. There for me when the tears began to flow. There for me when I just wanted to be alone. There for me when no one else would hold me.

The shelter of a box.

But no longer.

No longer shall I weep for the sorrow. No longer shall I keep struggling with the weight of the world on my shoulders. No longer shall I demand the cold grasp of death.

Laughter, hope, and faith are my new mates.

Guiding me along this path I've been searching for for years. Freshly filled with flowers, a garden of magnolia's. And my closest darlings waiting with open arms and warm hearts.

This bird is finally free.

These photos were taken by my mates. The first three are snapped by Ericka and the other two by Danielle. Honestly, they are the only few that I trust in taking pictures of me. I can be very camera shy at times. Plus, I do love that picture of my and Juju beans (on the right). Been friends since middle school. Yuuup!

Another thing, I really liked the outfit I wore. I usually don't fancy pants these days, but I purchased a few jeans and loving the fit. On that day, I wore a striped/laced shirt from Marshalls, black trousers from Gap, a scarf that was a present from my aunt, a Target messenger bag ,and my always lucky Ralph Lauren boots.

I hope you all have a lovely weekend! I'm not sure if I'll be spending it indoors or outdoors, but I have been catching up on my writing for my novel.

xx

year's first adventure

2012-01-04T01:26:00.000-08:00

Friendship is something I cherish dearly. There's this famous saying, "Friends may come and go but family is forever." Although that is true, I believe that friends are forever too. The best kind of mates that it's always a laugh whether we're driving down the coast or just chilling watching movies. When you look at each other, you already know what they're thinking and you both begin to laugh. That...that's the best. And me and my friends, we're a forever kind of thing.

Well, my New Year's To do/Resolution List is off to a great start so far! Yesterday, I journeyed with friends on our first adventure of the year. Yeahhh! We walked near this levee just a few miles outside of town and ended up at this really neat old bridge. The walk was absolutely beautiful; a nice place to jog in the morning or for some quiet time. Once we got to the bridge, I was a little frightened because it's old and unused, I was scared that it was going to fall apart once we step on the tracks. Luckily, my friends were there to comfort and protect me. Lol.

Introducing the 3 Flamingo's! There's Danielle and Julia and Ericka (from left to right).

If I haven't already on this blog, these are the flamingo's I love to adventure with. These gals know how to find the best spots. And this time we really hit the mother load. We all love to snap pictures of and for each other, so it's always nice chilling with other photographers.

This oh-so lovely lady is Juju Beans (this is Julia, but that's what I call her). If you ever get to know her, you're in for a real treat. I've known her since middle school and she's one of my closest darlings. Although we don't hangout together as much, when we do it's like an explosion of laughter. Ha ha, I don't what I'm saying. But anyways, isn't her tattoo awesome?!

I honestly can't wait for what the rest of the year brings me. As long as I stay positive, I know that all will go well. Today, I'm catching up with another fellow darling of mine that I haven't seen in months. I'll snap pictures for a future post as well as post my holiday festivities this weekend. I love being so busy that I don't edit pictures until two weeks later after snapping them!

Cheers!

a new year, another beginning

2012-01-01T11:53:00.000-08:00

"The clock strikes midnight and I stand breathing. My parents share that oh-so famous "New Year's midnight kiss" while my brother jumps on the couch for good luck. I too jump for joy and carefully sip grape flavored champagne from my glass. From the TV, I can see massive waves of people in similar scenarios, every where from New York City to Las Vegas. The new year is here."

{one of my favorite photographs of 2011}

I hope everyone enjoyed their New Year's festivities! I humbly stayed home with the family, but next year I am definitely planning on being out with friends (for the first time too, yeah!).

Anyway's, here's my "To do/Resolution" list for 2012:

Enjoy the little things. I need to stay as humble and positive as possible this year. No more depression for me.
Lose weight. Much like everyone else, this is more of a personal goal of mine; something I've been struggling with since mid-high school.
Read more books. I used to read all the time, but somewhere I lost interest. But no more, loves. I've already got books lined up for this month. Yay!
Write my novel. Yup. I've been tediously writing up a story line that's been two year's overdue.
Adventure more. Whether that be with friends or just myself. I need to get out more.
Expand my photography skills. I want to become better and have more knowledge about something I feel most passionate about.
Get a tattoo. Definitely something I've always wanted to do. And the cool thing is is that my sister wants to get one with me too! Hopefully this year, yeah?
Grow with my fashion and blogging. I know I haven't really been an "involved blogger", but this year, I'm going to become active and more personal than ever. Watch out!
Watch more classic movies. I already adore Audrey Hepburn to the brim, but I want to indulge myself properly with all things classic black-and-white.
Hang out with friends. Lately, due to my depression, I've stayed closed off in my room. But not this year. This year I will bother my friends! Ha ha!

It may seem like plenty of things to do, but this year I want to stay as productive and busy as possible. No more wasting time, yeah? And luckily, I'm already ahead! I've got books ready to be read and plans with friends this week. Eeeek! People always ask the new year to be good to them. I believe that if they want that to happen, they must do something about it. And as one of those folks, I definitely am going to do something.

Cheers from me to you!

Humble, At Best

2011-12-23T12:25:00.000-08:00

{unknown source}

"Counting down the days until year's end. Never thought that we'd be back here again. The smell of the air tasted of cold winter nights, no more scent of fallen leaves and crisp almonds. The more I breathed, the more ghosts escaped the passage between my cherry red lips. My nose slowly grew pink from the cold, as the sun changed positions in the sky. I never felt so alone.
But once that clock strikes midnight, all will be well. It must, because I don't think I can live another year like this. Empty handed and empty hearted. So all I can do is hope. Hope and believe in the faith that someone will love me too. As I lay among the freshly grounded snow, numbness crept along my legs and hands.
And so I wait."

This will be my last post of the year. But no worries! I will be back (hopefully) by the third of January with new and exciting tales to tell. Also, don't fret for any upcoming changes. In the meantime, check out my Tumblr - I post daily there. Happy holidays everyone and a very Happy New Year!

xx
Ps. If someone knows the source of this here photo, please do tell so I can credit properly. Thanks!

Photo Love // We're All Misfits & Ghosts

2011-12-21T13:50:00.000-08:00

Just several photographs I want to share with y'all that I've snapped.

I did have plans to go on a photography adventure with some friends today, but you know how plans are. They change and you reschedule. Oh well! Anyways, I've been quickly catching up with some shows. American Horror Story and Misfits. Both "bloody" brilliant shows that are a definite must watches. Also, I've been rearranging my room to be more accommodating with the tiny space I live in. So that will be a future post. Also, I've been scheduling things ahead of time for future blog post; trying to stay organized, yeah?

The Sun Is Up And We're Out Of Time

2011-12-20T14:13:00.000-08:00

No more early wake up calls. No more tiresome exams and lectures. No more classes for the next month. My days have been filled with warmth, the smell of fresh rocky road cookies, and sleeping in until the sun warms you up. Catching up with friends and partying until someone begins crying because they threw up. Snapping as many pictures as possible to capture the memory - even if you have that infamous "Asian glow." I've been collecting my days as they tirelessly pass by like drifting clouds. Scrap booking, editing, reading, and catching up on tv episodes. Winter break, be good to me, yeah?

As you can tell, I've been quite enjoying myself these past several days after my semester ended. Shopping, partying with friends, relaxing. I just hope that the next four weeks don't fly by so fast.

Hope you all are enjoying your holiday vacations!

Blacks & Knits

2011-12-15T12:14:00.000-08:00

Today I'm heading to SJSU, the future campus I'm hoping I'll attend by next fall. My sister has her last final and we're all just going to chill in the city together. Also, I wanted to show you guys my latest buys and outfits. I won't lie, I've been wearing that knit sweater for dayyyys now. It's extremely comfortable! I've also been pulling off my hats that I've been neglecting.

Gap knit sweater and black trousers, Targer bowler's hat, black lace-up booties from Steve Madden, Charlotte Russe floral necklace, and Dr. Pepper glasses from Party City.

My sister has been spending a lot of cash this holiday season. One item she's been excessively purchasing is shoes; but I don't mind because I looove shoes! She recently bought these dark chocolate boots from American Eagle Outfitters, but we realize that we don't fancy the color. So she returned them. We're hoping the desert boot color comes back into stock so we can get those instead.

Cheers

DIY // Ombre Hair

2011-12-14T18:47:00.000-08:00

I am proud to say that I have finally (FINALLY) dyed my hair ombre style! After waiting, patiently, for over a year now it's finally finished with. I used L'Oreal's Frost & Design Caramel color kit from Target. It wasn't all the hard when there are tons of tutorial videos on the web. My loving sister bought it for me as an early holiday present. Yay for sisters!

Every single one of my friends love it, as do I, but not me mother. She says I don't look Asian anymore (sad face) but my dad says it's awesome (happy face). But she'll just learn to love it, or I at least hope she does. Although the color is more caramel than I wanted it (I would have preferred a more light ash color) I still am content.

Good luck to anyone studying or cramming for finals! I'm going to enjoy the next few days catching up on some reading. Yeppers!

Ps. I have no batteries in any of my cameras, so that's why these are webcam snapshots.

Winter Compilation Wishlist

2011-12-13T18:20:00.000-08:00

It feels extremely good to say, "FINALS ARE OVER! YAAAY!"

Now that's off my chest, I am ready for more better things in my life to come. During my "dark days" several weeks ago I distanced myself from friends. My mind wasn't thinking properly and I became bitter and frustrated with everything, feeling like the world was out to get me. It probably may seem like I mention my depression periods often, but recollecting that time reminds me to always smile and laugh and find happiness in the little things.

In other happier news...I am ready to open my Christmas presents already! Ever since we lost our home a few years ago, I don't ask for much during the holidays. But I do get inspired, hence my winter compilation on Polyvore. Although I have been searching endlessly for a job these past couple of months, my next semester classes (biology physiology for sure) will make it quite difficult to balance both. So I guess buying pretty things is out of the question for awhile.

I have some new buys I haven't posted yet and outfits photographed that I'd like to share later on in the week. But for now, I just feel like sleeping in - no more 5 am wake up calls.

The Girl With The Red Beanie

2011-12-10T08:03:00.001-08:00

Snapped these pictures this past Thursday before I headed out of town. There's this really neat spot just outside my front door that is the 'potential' of outfit posts. Also, I've had this dress for a few months now, but I had yet to take an outfit shot of it. The weather that day was brilliant. Brilliant. And so when I went to school, I wasn't at all worried if it was too windy that my dress would flutter in the wind.

On another note, thanks to Amber from Laughing with Broken Eyes and her One Week To Better Blogging, it honestly helped me a lot. I had several questions that were still up in the air for me, but she and the other bloggers had amazing and wonderful tips. So thanks!

Wearing a black dress from Target, GAP opaque tights and ash-brown cardigan, Charlotte Russe t-strap flats and floral ring, unknown beanie from my sister's closet, and Chinese Laundry booties.

I hope you all enjoy your weekend! I'll be spending it studying and worrying and panicking (and possibly crying) over my Biology Anatomy notes.

Cheers!

Ps. I changed from my flats to my heels because I wore my flats when I went to class, but I wore my booties when I went out of town after. Just in case, if you were wondering.

Residential Melbourne 424

2011-12-09T12:25:00.001-08:00

{Gardener & Marks Interior Design}

Two posts in one day? It's only because I didn't have enough time to post yesterday. Anyways, if you didn't know this already, I am a huge fan of interior design and decorating. Even before I took an interior design class in high school (honestly, one of my favorite classes ever!) I always loved everything detail-wise. For me, I would love an open space but filled from ceiling to floor with homey goods.

Today is going to be a busy, busy day. Studying for the last of my finals, writing essays, catching up with projects and shows, editing photos. Ah! I just wished there were more hours in the day :)

Twigs & Honey

2011-12-09T12:10:00.001-08:00

The dreamiest dresses any gal would love to wear on her wedding day, don't you think? I love everything lace, silk, feathered, and anything dreamy. Twigs & Honey Bridal 2011 lookbook is one of the best, I'd have to say. I've always dreamed of getting married in a less traditional dress, but in a more special and vintage gown. But hey, that's just my opinion.

Because Rain Is Falling From The Sky

2011-12-05T14:29:00.001-08:00

This is one of my favorite outfits I snapped a little under a year ago at my previous house. It was a perfect day. Grey clouds hovering the town above, rain slowly but surely falling from the sky like snow, and hitting the streets and sidewalks oh-so gently. I fashioned this outfit with my polka-dot wedges I misplaced for the longest of times. Also, I love it when it rains because that means I can bring out my Hayden-Harnett umbrella by Target. I simply adore it!

In other words, I am in the home run when it comes to my schooling. Next week, more precisely next Tuesday, will be my last week of my fall semester! Let me tell you, this was a difficult semester, thanks to Biology Anatomy, but rewardingly (I don't think that's a word, but it works for me) challenging. I'm ready to relax for a few days, but lately I've just been itching to write. I can feel the inspiration flowing through my veins. It's a very empowering feeling.

Wearing Divided H&M floral cardigan, grey jeans by Charlotte Russe, shoes from payless (I think?), my mother's vintage scarf (quite heavy, actually), and my bowler's hat and umbrella from Target

Cheers!

Ps. I've been listening to some new music, and right now I am LOVING Robyn!

Thanks Melis for the recommendation!! Especially her song "Call Your Girlfriend" - it makes me want to dance. Also, her style is killer!

Mr. Blue Eyes

2011-12-02T23:34:00.001-08:00

I've been falling for this boy who is without-a-doubt out of my league.

But we sneak smiles and steal glances, daring not to speak each other's name.

We both walk along campus grounds, as if in search of one another.

Unsure of what we both feel for each other is the most terrifying ordeal, in my opinion.

Our timed schedules allow us to pretend like everything is normal. But it's not.

My heart skips a beat when I know he's around and stops dead in my chest when I see his face.

The butterflies in my stomach flutter in unison. I never want the tickling to stop.

Maybe someday we'll have the nerve to confess our true nature for each other.

But for now, these stolen moments is the best part about having a crush.

Ps. More details to this outfit later!

I See Your Face In Every Snowflake

2011-11-30T19:24:00.001-08:00

It's officially December which means it's officially winter. Well, to me it is anyways. We've been having some crazy scary winds here in the valley, so dangerous they say that we may possible have a power outage. Whoa! Fingers crossed there isn't - I'm not that big a fan of the dark. In other good news, I've only got myself less than three weeks left of my fall semester. Eep! I can't wait until winter break is here. I seriously need to catch up with more of my projects and writing.

{photos from pinterest}

Have a lovely December first everyone!

These Nonviolent Skies

2011-11-26T12:58:00.001-08:00

Been busy finishing all my assignments for this week today so I can work on my writing and projects. Any who, this is one of my favorite outfits from several months ago. I know that I haven't posted these pictures before, but I do think I posted these on my other blog. I wanted to make sure that I blogged about this outfit before it got lost in my bucket of photos. Although these days, I'm bundled up in sweaters and scarves trying to keep warm from the chilly air. Oh, how I do love this season.

Before I sign off for the night, I created a Chictopia account so I can keep all my outfits in check. I previously had an account before, but for some reason I couldn't log back into. Please excuse my messy room, this was awhile back when we were moving in.

Wearing a navy blue Gap blouse, unknown floral skirt and ruffled belt, Target bowler's hat, opaque tights, and black tuxxedo Steve Madden oxfords.

I've got my list of tv shows tonight: Gossip Girl, Terra Nova, How I Met Your Mother, Two Broke Girls, and Heart of Dixie. Yes, I look forward to my weekly shows. Please don't make fun. Ha ha!

Not Just Words Upon A Page

2011-11-26T00:19:00.001-08:00

"Sleeping peacefully, awaken by the sun.

They hold hands under umbrella trees and steal kisses with eyes closed shut.

Beauty in pure sunlight, stolen bliss and magic.

Forever lost in a tea garden."

I used to scrapbook and create pages in my journal back in high school when I had the time. It really helped me develop my sense of artistic charm, especially with my writing. Also, I made a many fashion/design inspiration boards that will inspire me forever. Though I do miss cutting of images out of magazines and dreaming up endless ideas to create; it just took up most of my time. But lately, I've been feeling very imaginative and visionary-esque. Who knows, I might just begin scrapbooking again this holiday season!

I do hope everyone had a very enjoyable and wonderful Thanksgiving weekend. I know I did and I am stuffed! Still haven't eaten too much since last Thursday. Anyways, I go back to school tomorrow but luckily I only have three weeks left. Whoo! Also, tomorrow I'll have an outfit post ready for you guys.

Cheers

Thanksgiving

2011-11-24T09:08:00.000-08:00

{photographed by yours truly}

There are many things I'm very thankful for this Thanksgiving. My friends, my family. But most of all my happiness. These past couple of weeks have been difficult for me. When past demons seem to keep coming back, haunting everything I see happy. But I'm holding on, staying positive and content. Music has been helpful, writing and photography too. So let's be thankful this holiday and always hope for better days.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Coffee Is The Best Kind Of Sunshine

2011-11-23T09:50:00.000-08:00

It's always a good day in my book when a new issue of Teen Vogue arrives at my door step. Especially when the very fashionable Chloe Grace Moretz graces the cover. She is quickly becoming a favorite of mine. This morning, I've been organizing my desk (inspired by Veronika). I believe that being organized helps keep you stay focused and on track. Something I've been missing these past couple of weeks. Also, I've been making check-off lists of things I'd like to get finished throughout the day. Jotting down notes and reminders as I go along. Such a helpful tool!

Besides that, I've been studying for my Biology Anatomy exam for the following Monday we get back. It sucks, studying during the holidays. But my grades and education is very important to me. Wow, I sounded like such a nerd there!

I hope you all have a lovely holiday this Thanksgiving. I've got some relatives I don't see often so it's gonna be nice and busy around here. Hopefully not too busy so I can study.

Cheers

They May Call Her A Different Name, But I Call Her Mother

2011-11-21T20:32:00.001-08:00

Today is my mother's birthday. Her 50th birthday. And she is still quite the beautiful person, inside and out, as she was when she was a young lady. She's been a wonderful mother, always knowing what to do and what to say and how to go about things. Also, she is a very giving person; ironic because her birthday is close to Thanksgiving. Today, we're going to a small Japanese sushi restaurant outside of town. It's going to be lovely!

{pictures from we heart it}
Let's all be thankful for our mothers. They truly are quite wonderful human beings.
xx

She Draws Into The Depths

2011-11-21T08:52:00.000-08:00

{photographer + illustrator // ulicam}

I stumbled upon Ulrika Kestere's blog from another favorite of mine and have fallen in love with here amazing illustrations. Every image is unique and beautiful; reminds me of childhood dreaming. Also, her photography is kick-ass awesome! Ha ha!

I wish I could afford to purchase her prints, but looking at them helps inspire me.

Please do check out her work, you seriously won't regret it.

Cheers

Be My November Blanket

2011-11-20T17:22:00.001-08:00

I haven't been feeling too well. I guess I caught the bug that my sister had several days ago, so I've been stuck indoors lately. But, I did manage to snap a few "quick" detailed shots. This here photo you can see my Hayden-Harnett for Target umbrella (favorite umbrella EVER!) and my sister's Mossimo black strapped wedges.

Since this week is Thanksgiving holiday week, I only have classes for three days. Yaaaay! So this time around I'll have time to finish some long over due projects, study for my upcoming Biology exam and following final, and catch up on some reading. Also, I'll have some scheduled posts ready this week so it's not too quiet here.

Thanks for sticking around with me! Enjoy your weekend.

Cheers

Ps. Do check out my blogger pal Melis and her Save the Date video with her darling. Too cute!!

Orla Kiely

2011-11-17T16:47:00.001-08:00

I stumbled upon Orla Kiely designs from The Drifter and the Gypsy (Micaela Hoo, one of my favorite bloggers!) when she mentioned their new NY shop. Their entire design for the store was incredible; it looks like an adorable (accessible) doll house! And when I checked out their Facebook page, I almost died at all their lovely dresses.

If you know me, I'm a sucker for dresses - I tend to wear dresses and tights more than anything. Ah, I wish money could grow on trees and I owned that tree so I could afford to purchase this all-too charming peter pan collar dress.

Hopefully tomorrow I'll have time to snap some pictures of my outfit. I've been dressing up more but with the sun setting early and all, I just don't have the time to snap self-portraits. Enjoy your Thursday evening!

Everything Is Still The Same

2011-11-15T17:30:00.000-08:00

{photographed my yours truly}

Does this ever happen to you: when you're finally in a good and happy place, something creeps up along you and drags you down? Yup, it happened again to me. My email got hacked into and everything in accordance with it got compromised with it. I had to take a few days off my blog to work everything out. I think I've got it taken care of, but I'm gonna keep my fingers-crossed just in case!

Hopefully I can get back into the swing of things later on the week. I've only got a few weeks of my Fall semester left and everything just seems to be catching up with everything. Balancing life and school and everything else in between is definitely an everyday challenge.

Cheers!

It's Hard To Dance With The Devil On Your Back

2011-11-13T12:04:00.001-08:00

{Florence + the Machine}

I am in lesbians with Florence Welch. She has such grace and beauty and wit and everything above that I love oh-so much. Flo's style is also incredibly inspiring; I wish I could pull off looks like her. And her new album Ceremonials, is pure magic - genius! I cannot get enough of the music (and the video) 'Shake It Out.' Won't you check it out? Aha, that rhymed!

Enjoy your Sunday! Cheers!

Ps. That 'I am in lesbians...' joke is from Scott Pilgrim, if anyone was wondering.

Photo Diary // How They Met

2011-11-10T17:51:00.001-08:00

What happens when a boy meets a girl and they fall hopelessly in love...

Just looking at these pictures reminds me of how cold I was that day. Absolutely freezing! In other news, please enjoy this stop motion from the day. It includes the many, many other photos that just couldn't fit in this post.

Cheers

It's Kind Of A Funny Story

2011-11-09T15:26:00.000-08:00

{unknown source, please do tell me if you know}

It truly is. I recently watched this movie and hot damn! It became in instant favorite of mine. Emma Roberts is absolutely one of my favorite young actresses and she did another exceptional job. But did you know, this film is originally a book? Yup, written by Ned Vizzini and all his greatness. I'm currently reading the book and it's just as fantastic as the movie.

The reason why I heart this movie so much is that it talks about depression and sadness and the pressures of adolescence. I myself had a dark past (still do) and it's just nice to have something relate to so well. Anyways, if you enjoy movies and laughing and something awesomely-weird than I highly recommend this film.

"It's so hard to talk when you want to kill yourself. That's above and beyond everything else, and it's not a mental complaint - it's a physical thing, like it's physically hard to open your mouth and make the words come out. They don't come out smooth and in conjunction with your brain the way normal people's words do; they come out in chunks as if from a crushed-ice dispenser; you stumble on them as they gather behind your lower lip. So you just keep quiet."

Cheers

Ps. I finished editing the pictures from last week. Will be posting them tomorrow. Also, I've a quick stop motion with them and I think it turned out swell!

We Speak In Voices We Only Know How To

2011-11-08T18:12:00.000-08:00

So terribly sorry for the quietness on my blog these past few days. I got caught up on assignments and editing over five hundred photos from my photo shoot last week. Phew! Gladly finished and will be posting them later this week. Nothing much of excitement over here. Just been watching a lot of Grey's Anatomy re-runs (my FAVORITE show!) and prepping classes for next semester.

So in the mean time, please enjoy some Bon Iver. I've recently just started listening to them and Oh. My. Gosh. They are amazingly beautiful, like sweet heaven to my ears. Their new song Halocene is beyond magnificent.

Cheers

Spilled Ink // Find Me In The Fields

2011-11-04T22:17:00.000-07:00

{nikolinelr flickr}

She ran out of her house utterly frustrated withsadness. Past the garden gates she ran towards the sunset in the meadows.Almost stepping over her white roses and yellow daisies. Warm tears startedstreaming down her rosy cheeks. She wipes it with her grey sleeve. Far enoughaway from the house, Mallory fell to the ground and let it all out.

Huddling against the cool summer grass, shewhispers "Why?" But there was no one around to giveher an explanation. All these outrageous scenarios play around in her prettyhead. Maybe it's my fault. Yeah, I shouldn't have let him leave. Ishould have convinced him to stay. More tears began to form as sheplays over what happened just a few hours ago...

Early in the morning before the sun's warmthcould touch her cottage home, Mallory got dressed up and made breakfast quietly,as to not awake her darling love, Everett. She quickly prepared breakfast, thescent of it traveling through the white walled home. Everett comes out of theroom, yawns and says "Mmm! Smells good honeybee!" and gently kissesher on her forward as he enters the kitchen. Her heart skips a beat, as italways does when he’s around.

As they eat breakfast, Mallory asks a questionthat would change her life forever.

"Sodarling, do you plan on beginning your project today? The weather's beautifuloutside, maybe todays a good-" but she was stopped short. "I told youMallory, I don't want to discuss it" Everett rudely interrupts. "Youknow what I've been going through. I thought you understood the circumstancesof what occurred." He gets up from the table. She quickly adds, "I dodear, you know I understand. I just thought that since it's been several monthsmaybe you could..." And then he leaves the kitchen. "...finishit." She’s left sitting alone at the table.

She gets up and follows him into the living room and finds him puttingon his boots and raincoat. "Where are you going?" She asks him. “It’sterribly pouring outside.” But all she got was the cold shoulder. Their little livingroom suddenly grew smaller as silence filled the air. Mallory walks towardsEverett and catches his sleeve as he was about to turn the knob of the frontdoor. "Hey, I'm sorry. I shouldn't have mentioned it." She calmly breathesin and breathes out. Everett turns around and takes a deep breath. "Iknow, I...I overreacted. I'm sorry too." He gently grabs her by the faceand gives her a kiss.

It was a freak accident is what the officers told her. Everett wascrossing the street when he got hit by a car. They said that when theyfound him, there were scattered peonies all around him. Peonies where Mallory’sfavorite flower. The rest of the horrific details they described were toounbearable that she had to get out. So she ran to the fields to findpeace.

It's been a few years since the accident and Mallory is doing quite well on herown. Around the same time each year, she visits the fields just beyondher home and plants a pot of peonies for her beloved Everett. Each year shecries less and less. The fire in the heart slowly begins to glow again. As thesun gradually sets behind the hills, she looks up at the stars. Mallory feels achill run down her spine. She smiles. “I love you too, honeybee. Endlessly forever.”

Sneak Peak // Engaged

2011-11-03T19:46:00.000-07:00

{photographed by yours truly}

Today, I am proud to say was quite successful. Today, I photographed by first couple, my good mates Rj and Valerie. They recently got engaged and they couldn't be more in love. With the help by my best darling, Bethany, she lent me her Nikon D60 camera (want it!) and helped me capture some of the best pictures ever. Ever. Anyways, that was my big adventure/project of the day. Hopefully I have time this weekend to edit the hundreds (yes, hundreds!) of pictures we snapped.

Enjoy your evenings! It just began to rain her in Northern California. Yeppers!

Sister Act

2011-11-02T09:00:00.000-07:00

If you don't know this already, sisters Dylana Suarez and Natalie Suarez are one of my favorite pair of bloggers. Several months ago, they did a photo shoot with How I Met Your Style, a site that captures bloggers in intimate portraits that inspire them. They're one of the few who's style I quite adore. I really love how their energy and love for fashion just bounce off of each other, complimenting their style differences.

I love their care-free California sun style of fashion. It just looks so effortless and easy. Me, I'm sort of a contradiction in that I like being simple but eccentric at the same time. I usually fancy up when hanging with friends; I'm sort of known as the 'vintage doll' and 'the chick that dresses up all the time' around my friends. It's something I used to feel weird and ashamed about, but now I love it because that's what makes me weird.

I like being weird.

1st Of November

2011-11-01T13:57:00.000-07:00

Ah! The weather is cooler, the leaves are crisper, and the outfits are lovelier. November is one of favorite months. It's around that time of the year when it really begins to feel like autumn/winter. I tend to wear more tights and dresses and scarves, as well as snap more pictures. Also, it marks that my semester is half over (yay!) and that my winter break is less than two months away.

Midterms, thankfully, are over and I can breathe easily for the next few weeks. But I always seem to emerge myself in assignments and projects and tv shows/movies. I hate to just not do anything. Anyways, I've got a few additions I'd like to add to my blog. You all know that Tuesdays are Teen Vogue Tuesday (forever my fave mag), and now I'd like to make Fridays my Blog Diary/Prose Friday. That's when I'll introduce a few of my writings as well as a few excerpts from my novel/short stories.

{a few months old self portraits of yours truly}

Hope you day is just as charming as mine!

Ps. This month, I'm going to try and blog at least once a day. Fingers crossed for luck!

Halloween Spirit

2011-10-31T16:45:00.000-07:00

Jane Aldridge // Sea of Shoes

Brian & Kimberly // Eat.Sleep.Wear.

Bonnie Barton // Flashes of Style

Maria Confer // Lulu Letty

Ashley // Milk Teeths

Well, this year for Halloween I've got no plans. My parents are not really into this particular holiday, but my siblings and I are so we're always budding heads this time of the year. My younger brother is going out, though, with some friends and my sister and I are staying home watching movies, eating candy, and playing with our puppy-bear lion. Since my parents don't like to deal with children ding-doing, they usually go out somewhere for a few hours then come back. I always found this funny.

Happy Halloween darlings & mates!

Ps. These pictures are just some of my favorite bloggers and their costumes! They are quite the clever bunch, dontcha think? Completely inspired for next year! Can you guess what they are?

Downtown Adventure

2011-10-26T17:02:00.000-07:00

A few weeks ago, I tagged along with my friend Bethany for a photo adventure for her Photography Class. She needed some shots for her film camera and I was gladly to follow along. Anything for a photography adventure! She let me use her Nikon D60 camera because mine isn't as lovely (but no worries!). Here are some of the frames I fancied...

I am forever in awe over her Lomography Diane film camera that I'm too scared to even be near it. So I just beautifully snapped it in the perfect sunlight. Ha ha! Bethany is learning how to develop film from her class, but for now she's only using black and white. I can't wait until she uses color!

I've got a few projects ahead of me for the next two weeks. I hope that they fall through.

Hope you enjoy your Wednesday evening! I'm staying up past my bedtime to studying for my Biology Lab exam this Friday. After that, I am golden...for a while.

Teen Vogue Tuesday // November Issue

2011-10-25T17:48:00.000-07:00

Guess what came in the mail today? Yup! My November issue of Teen Vogue with the ever-so lovely Alexa Chung! She is absolutely one of my favorites, everything from her style to her accent is beyond charming. I finished my assignments early today so I can spend tonight reading this.

Check out her interview here along with all the stunning photography.

{photographed and edited my yours truly}

Another lucky reason why I love this issue is that the dapper Logan Lerman is pictured in here! Swooning like a girl in love. His piercing blue eyes get me every time - I'm a sucka for a boy with pretty eyes. He's sporting this seasons must-have jackets and outerwear. Check out the behind-the-scenes here.

Enjoy your Tuesday evening!

Ps. I wore my sister's Steve Madden Black Tuxxedo Oxfords today because it finally felt like Fall

A Haunted House & A Lost Maze

2011-10-22T15:35:00.000-07:00

{another infamous picture of feet, my kind of photography}

Last night, I went along with my sister and her friends to our local Dell'Osso Farm for some Halloween spirit fun. And let me tell you: it was awesome! Tons of laughs and good times. We made it just in time before the gates closed and then headed straight towards the Haunted House. That was the most I've laughed in such a long time. It's not as scary as you think when you're laughing. Anyways, after munching on a delicious strawberry funnel cake, we went to go get lost in the maze. My sister's friends had legit green lasers with them and that made it all more fun - minus the fact that we were literally walking in the dark and couldn't see three feet ahead of us. We ended the night with pumpkin pie (with whipped cream, of course!) and just chillin' at their country store.

One of my favorite nights yet!

Hope your week was fun. Just glad to have taken my Biology lecture exam yesterday, but I still got the lab portion next week. Ugh, school is never ending. Heading to my uncle's house in San Jose for some good eats and family time. Have a lovely weekend!

xx
Ps. I wished I snapped more pictures but sadly, my batteries died on me. But no worries, I'll try and snap my adventures this weekend!

One Ticket To Europe, Please

2011-10-19T09:07:00.000-07:00

I'm sure that you all know (from my Sunday's post) that I've been studying like mad for my Biology Anatomy Midterm the past couple of days. So I am terribly sorry for the lack of posts here. But I would like to thank everyone for such sweet comments and to my new followers, HELLO! Hopefully this weekend I'll have more interesting topics to ramble on about. In the mean time, please enjoy this video that I'm sure you're all gonna love - it has something to do with the title of this post. When you watch this video, you'll completely understand what I mean...

{Renee Louise Anderson's vimeo}

Super neat, right?
xx

Sunday Studying

2011-10-16T13:31:00.000-07:00

{pictures from we heart it}

My day in a post...

Hope y'all had a lovely weekend!

These Times Are Hard

2011-10-15T08:53:00.000-07:00

I actually got in some time to snap a quick outfit from this week. Don't you just love tights and pencil skirts together? I do. Anyways, I seem to have myself in a rut. My writing has come to a halt due to midterms and studying like mad. I miss my friends dearly but all our schedules are too busy to do quite anything around our tiny little town. Also, my projects have (once again) been put on the back burner. Sometimes I wonder if I am ready for this 'world of blogging.' I know I haven't been the best blogger lately, but these times are hard and I'm trying my best.

Hollister white blouse, F21 grey pencil skirt and leopard wedges, unknown maroon tights, GAP cardigan, and a bird belt (I can't seem to remember)

This weekend, since my sister isn't working, we did plan on going to the pumpkin patch/corn maze just outside of town. We've never been so we were really excited. Hint: were. We're just not sure what the day holds for us, so we'll most likely just stay in, study, eat, and watch some movies at home.

Teen Vogue Tuesday // Last Look

2011-10-11T15:23:00.000-07:00

{Madison Stingray via June/July Issue}

When I first read about Madison Stingray here in Teen Vogue I was in complete shock and awe. She's only a freshman in high school and is already quite the busy bee. She models for fashion glossies, writing a pop-rock album, and penning a fantasy novel loosely based on the Salem witch trials. All I can say is WOW! Also, she has a killer-sweet purple bookcase that I completely envy; not to mention her lovely style.

xx

Florals Galore

2011-10-10T16:40:00.000-07:00

My latest buy! Thanks to my sister (who just so happens to work at our Aeropostale) got me the floral backpack that I've been eyeing for quite some time. It really is absolutely perfect. I can put everything from my laptop to my binder in there so I don't have to worry about holding something. Plus, my shoulders won't be in pain from lugging around a heavy satchel on one side now. Yay for me! Ha ha!

I honestly can't remember the last time I wore a backpack. Probably early high school? It's funny because majority of my friends know me to always dress up and have cute little bags. If they saw me styling a backpack, they'd be baffled for sure. But this is definitely an exception. I'm so glad to have it in my closet.

I won't tell you (again) just how busy I am. October is mid-terms month and I've been beating myself just to get these assignments finished early. But I am happy to say that I'm always finished with my pen pals package - finally!! Hopefully this weekend, fingers crossed!

Truth Cares, Truth Brings

2011-10-09T16:45:00.000-07:00

"There's something to be said about a glass half full. About knowing when to say when. I think it's a floating line. A barometer of need and desire. It's entirely up to the individual. And depends on what's being poured. Sometimes all we want is a taste. Other times there's no such thing as enough, the glass is bottomless. And all we want is more." // Grey's Anatomy

Things have been set into motion and now I don't know what I've got myself into. So many things on my list that I don't know how to catch up with myself. Last year was so much easier. Last year was such a breeze, such a walk in the park. If only life were as simple as we want it. But then where would all the fun be?

Wearing H&M Divided floral cardigan, dress from Mashalls, American Eagle belt, lace tights, bag from Mervyns, and Lauren by Ralph Lauren boots

{my friend adelyn snapped these about a year ago. oh, how i miss last year...}

Hope you all have a lovely end to your weekend!!

Loss Of A Genius

2011-10-08T19:11:00.000-07:00

{Steve Jobs 1955-2011 by Richard Davies}

This week we lost one of our most beloved creative geniuses, Steve Jobs, the creator of Apple. It's always saddening to hear about a death of someone; whether it a family member, a close friend, or someone dear to your heart. Steve Jobs was a visionary, a man who pushed our generation into the future.

Let's have a moment of silence for him.

October Third

2011-10-03T21:58:00.000-07:00

A quick note...

Change is something I've dealt with my entire life, so please, no worries for my blog. It will still entirely by photography/inspiration related. I just wanted to add more of a variety.

Anyways, it's FINALLY October! Can you believe it? I remember it was just the beginning of summer and I was obsessed with watching movies online. Oh well, bring on the sweater weather! Yup, it's been drizzling on and off all day today and the rain was beautiful. Styled a knit cardigan with autumn rust lips. I definitely find comfort in Fall. More time for reading and more options for styling clothes.

{my favorite pair of oxfords from steve madden & one of my favorite reads}

Okay, so as you have (or have yet to) noticed I added a few pages to my blog. Just thought this was easier and more convenient for myself and for you few readers. Well, I've got Biology as my date this cold monday night and my mother's cooking homemade Cheese Rangoon. Yum!

The Changing Sands

2011-09-29T08:23:00.000-07:00

{snapped this nearly two years ago at a beach in santa cruz}

I've come to a very decisive conclusion, thanks to one of my avid followers (Zoe) who really made me think about the contents of my blog as a whole. I don't want this blog to just be another fashion-related blog. I want to express my love for photography, interior design, history and art, drawings, music, and food. Also, I frequently discuss topics that headline the news so I may possibly include that too.

I have many voices in a variety of genres. I hope this change doesn't scare you away.

Lily Collins Is A Field Of Dreams

2011-09-27T12:09:00.000-07:00

These photos of the young miss Lily Collins in the October issue of Teen Vogue is lovely in all senses. Very romantic-esque wearing a McQ by Alexander McQueen dress and a Paris Couture Antiques crown. Everything eludes a coming-of-age Audrey Hepburn in the making, don't you think?

I've always imagined creating a photo shoot clearly similar to this. I have some very lovely friends with simple beauty that would be perfect models for something like this. But I can't seem to find any lavish woods with tall and green trees anywhere nearby. Ah, I guess that just means more planning for me.

This here picture above is my go-to fairytale outfit. A comfy knit sweater in a warm pastel color worn over a very dramatic yet romantic dress. Collins is gorgeous in this Christian Siriano skirt, something I would die for to have in my closet. Okay, maybe not so literal...Ha ha!

As you all should know, I've been an avid Teen Vogue follower for several years now. So don't be surprised to find plenty of posts relating to or from their amazing skills to inspire young beauties like myself.

xo
Ps. I think I'm gonna officially make Tuesdays my Teen Vogue Tuesday posts <3 I refer to them for everything fashion-related!

Lazy Sunday

2011-09-25T17:09:00.000-07:00

Today was the perfect day to just catch up on all projects and class assignments. Also, to just get lost with this amazing cooler weather we've been having here. It seems like fall has arrived and it warms my heart. Been finding inspiration through my magazines and loving these fall trends. Can't wait to try them out!

Have a lovely Sunday evening!

The Script: Science & Faith Tour

2011-09-24T21:43:00.000-07:00

warning: a rather long post!

I literally had the best night of my life EVERRR! I wish I could relive it over and over and over again. The Script killed it with every song they sang. The crowd was giving of this amazing energy and gladly there were no fights. Well, there was one that almost broke out behind us with two girls - but nothing followed through. Also, Hot Chelle Rae was there as the opening act. Ahh! So many lovely, lovely fellows!

My sister and I took the BART there and quickly arrived at the perfect time; we got there just in time before the line grew immensely long. We only waited under two hours before we could all got in. We made the smart choice of eating at The Cheesecake Factory before the concert. It was nice getting there early because we saw a lot of die hard fans with shirts and posters. Also, there were some very nice concert chic outfits! Anyways, please enjoy these photos...

Me wearing my worn out FL boots in GAP cargo pants & my sister rocking the biker boots.

Hot Chelle Rae did an amazing job! There sound just makes you want to dance all night. And the front man, Ryan Follese is one of the absolute cutest lads ever! He sings like a beautiful angel.

When HCR left, everyone couldn't wait for The Script to get on stage. Soon, people started pushing forward and so practically everyone was front-to-back with everyone. The only thing my sister had an issue with was losing me - because I'm short. Aha! But I managed myself. Besides that, I snapped a fairly good quality amount of photos. Danny O'Donoghue is the dreamiest! And seeing him in person just filled my lyrical heart with joy!

Yup. There was this one time when he looked directly at my sister and I.

We both melted at that point.

This was sort of my first concert (minus the Van's Warped Tour '08) because this was more legit. It was nice cause the crowd and fans were singing along and we all knew the lyrics and it was just such a beautiful experience to be apart of. Breathing in The Script's air and singing along with them is something I will never forget.

My sister and I are still tired from standing for nearly four hours straight. Also, I had an early Biology class with an exam that same day. But yeah....Oh! There's this concert/festival in San Francisco tomorrow with Michelle Branch and the Goo Goo Dolls. My sister and I were planning on going but we're not so sure since the weather say's it might rain. We're still debating but fingers crossed we go!

First Day Of Fall

2011-09-23T10:37:00.000-07:00

{created on my polyvore}

I am so happy that it's the FIRST DAY OF FALL!! But not happy that it's still increasingly warm in California. Besides the sun's heat, I still dream of the upcoming days when I can wear tights with my dresses, boots and scarves, and carry around my harden-harnett by target umbrella. Eep! I created this inspirational board to keep me motivated through this last heat wave of the summer. Oh, why can't it be raining already?

And to celebrate the first day to my favorite season, I am going to see The Script in concert tonight! Oh, how I heart me some Irish lads (I'm talkin' bout Danny O'Donoghue!). I'll be sure to snap as many pics as I can.

Happy Friday!
xo

Stolen From My Sister's Closet

2011-09-20T20:38:00.000-07:00

If you have an older sister, I'm pretty sure you know what I mean (referring to my title post). Ever since I was younger, I admired my sisters' clothes that I would wear them without her knowledge. But most days, I ask because I'd hate it if she did the same thing from me. So the outfit I wore today basically came form her closet; everything but the wedges. I quickly snapped these before diving into my studies. Hopefully after this week is over, I can breathe a sigh of relief.

The weather here (in the valley) is most terrible. It's either extremely hot or extremely cold. And right now it's extremely hot. This last heat wave of the summer is unbearable!! I've been wishing and hoping and praying for sweater weather, but sadly the weather gods haven't heard my calls.

I'm holding out as best I can.

Hollister caridgan (cutest bows ever!), Conscious Collection by H&M scalloped top, GAP cargo pants, and Forever 21 leopard print wedges

Owl Always Love You

2011-09-19T09:10:00.000-07:00

{my first owl necklace}

I used to accessorize like mad crazy before! Everything from rings to necklaces to scarves and sometimes earrings and bracelets. But for the past few months, I just don't feel like draping myself in jewelry. Now, all I usually style is my garnet ring that my mother gave me. But this Fall I'll try and add a necklace or two here and there.

This week, I am oh-so busy. So any post you see here is already planned ahead of time. I'm mixing my posts from current pictures to old photographs. Enjoy and have a happy Monday!

Ps. I am OBSESSED with owls! As you can clearly tell :)

Oh, September

2011-09-17T09:44:00.000-07:00

As you all know by now, Free People is one of my favorite fashion inspirations! Their entire line, from maxi skirts to knee high socks, borders on simplicity and boho romantic. And after checking out their September Catalog, I'm falling madly in love all over again.

Their over-sized knit sweaters like this one helps me to plan out my fall outfits to come. Pair it with these Artic Tall Socks and I am ready to snuggle up in bed watching Dan in Real Life (one of my fave movies!). Ah, I honestly cannot wait for this last of summer heat wave to die down so the valley can feel that crispy cool breeze that everyone is longing for.

Fall has always been my favorite season because I can just layer and layer my outfits! Plus, I find that there are more options with autumn clothing rather than summer knits. Before I go, check out their September Catalog video! This makes me even more impatient for fall!

Marvelous Things

2011-09-15T09:03:00.000-07:00

If only there were a magic spell that can slow down time. Am I right? Well, I've been busy every single day since I've been back from camping on Labor Day weekend. Everything from homework assignments, study sessions/hanging with friends, attending events, and family gatherings. So I haven't been able to really snap anything of importance - besides my new buys!

Usually, when I purchase something new I tend to wear it to everything. And these items are no exception. My Sonia Kashuk Mauving Up polish I honestly cannot get enough of! It's my favorite fall color. Also, I am deeply in love with my Mossimo Supply Co. leather satchel. As well as my new fave LBD from Target - too lovely. And finally, my latest show buy: my Forever 21 Leopard print wedges! My cousin bought them for me and I've been practice walking in them. Let me tell you, they're tall and I'm short - so you get the gist. Lol!

I hope you're week's been going well! I've been desperately trying to find time for my projects. I mean, I don't remember ever being this busy last year with my assignments. Hmm, I guess that just means I'm being productive.

Will post my Fall Fashion Wishlist sooooon!

Silent Prayers

2011-09-11T11:15:00.000-07:00

{unknown source}

Blessed every day to be surrounded by my family.

Spend today with loved ones and close friends.

Fashion's Night Out

2011-09-09T15:21:00.000-07:00

I had such a lovely time at Santana Row for Fashion's Night Out! Got to catch up with some of my mates that I haven't seen in forever! The weather was perfect, just wish I dressed up in my fancier fashion outfit that I had planned. Oh well! I didn't get to see many of the runway shows but we did manage to catch the last one and snap some pictures with the male models - my friends were totally in ahh of him. Ha ha! My cousin, Meiann, stopped by from the San Francisco Fashion Week (she's the one who is all dolled up and pretty!). All in all, it was a great night.

This model here (who's name I didn't get) was my absolute favorite of the night. Just wish I could have taken a picture with her but she seemed *ahem* very serious. Lol. Also, I ate at this custom burger joint called The Counter and ordered myself the Chicken Breast Panko Bread and Pan Fried. It was okay but the fries were bomb! If you're in the area, definitely grab a table there!

Hope you all enjoyed your week!

I'mma bout to be swamped with plans, projects, and once again studying for Biology. Honestly, my friends and family always ask me what am I doing studying to my an Occupational Therapist when I should clearly become a writer? Ha! I ask myself that question every day.

I'll Breathe For You If You Breathe For Me

2011-09-07T17:43:00.000-07:00

{photographed by renee louise}

Ghosts escape the space between our lips. The sun begins to fall while we stand underneath umbrella trees.

The taste of his breath upon my skin sends tingles to my fingertips. My heart stops instantly. Then, his velvet hands just barely caress my blushed cheeks. My heart begins to flow again.

He leans in closer and I can feel every part of him.

Every laughter. Every tear. Every smile. Every scar.

Everything.

And then he kisses me.

A burning sensation of electric waves pulsate through my veins. A flashback of our memories cross my mind. A weightlessness washes of me as if my feet have left the ground.

We open our eyes.

I stare into his deep, mysterious baby blues. I stare into the reflection of who I was then and who I am now. I stare into the reflection of our journey together and what our future adventures may be.

He smiles that pretty boy smile.

I immediately swoon.

Then, he leans in and kisses that sweet spot across my head. I close my eyes and smile.

He laughs. I laugh.

Our hands intertwine. We fall deeper and deeper into the shadows as the street lights flicker on. Stars are then thrown across the sky. We walk until we disappear into the night.

Smitten over the boy who has caged my heart.

The End Of Summer Song

2011-09-06T20:35:00.000-07:00

No words can characterize how unbelievably hot it was this weekend while camping. I felt as if my skin was going to melt of my body. How freaky would that have been? Anyways, I very much enjoyed a relaxing (minus the heat) weekend of camping. Got to catch up with my favorite person and her boyfriend and just had amazing night talks under a starry sky. Not much was done due to the heat, but enjoy these quick snap shots I captured!

I've got an early wake up call tomorrow morning, five a.m. to be exact, so I shall be going now. Be ready for a short story tomorrow!

xo

A Happy Campers Weekend

2011-09-03T07:28:00.000-07:00

Phew! Made it through an undeniably long and busy week. These courses I'm taking this Fall semester is definitely tough on my schedule (darn you Biology Anatomy!). Anyways, this Labor Day weekend I am going camping with the Happy Campers. For those of you who do not now, I love going camping! Every Labor Day and Memorial Weekend, I've been doing so with a large group of family friends (imagine a Filipino party but we're all camping instead).

We go to this favorite spot of ours because it's a bit more private; we do tend to get loud so it's nice that there isn't anybody around to complain. The only thing that sucks about this year is that not a lot of the 'younger/adolescent scene' is going which kind of leaves me by myself. Boo. But nonetheless, I will be bringing some string to make friendship bracelets, a book I've been dying to read, and a bit of homework (that Biology will never leave me alone!).

Hope your week was good! Can't wait to relax and sleep. See you all when I get baaaack!

Have any plans this holiday weekend?

Ps. These photos are credited to yours truly. I snapped them over a year ago at my friends birthday campfire/slumber party.

Shabby Chic

2011-09-02T19:10:00.000-07:00

Ever since I fell in love with everything vintage several years ago, I always knew I wanted a house (preferably an English cottage?) decorated very delicately in soft chic details. And these design sets from Rachel Ashwell's Shabby Chic designs are too dreamy! A compilation of washed white walls, urban wood tables, and freshly picked flowers would keep me happy for the rest of my life.

When I daydream about my future abode, I constantly image an English cottage (somewhere in the Napa Valley) where I have a a sprouting garden of all sorts, a kitchen where I can bake all day and the smell from my baking fills the house, and at night the lights from my house are the only thing visual for miles. Ah, I can't wait for the day I own my own home - it's going to be beautiful!

What's your dream home?

First Candles

2011-08-28T18:40:00.000-07:00

One hundred and thirty photos later and I am finished editing! PHEW! Never thought I was gonna finish today but oh-so glad I did. So, as I mentioned in a previous post, I photographed for my friend's nieces' first birthday. And damn, do my feet hurt! Loud music, the smell of Mexican food and children running around got me to quickly lose my energy. But nonetheless, I had a great time. I've never had an opportunity like this and I am so greatly appreciated to be asked. I hope for more photo ops in the future!

In other news, my Sunday evening consist of me studying for my classes - this weekend just didn't let me have the time to. Also, I finally figured out what I'm going to create for my pen pal's present package - so excited!!

Have a humble and lazy evening!

Silhouettes Of A House, Not A Home

2011-08-27T23:18:00.000-07:00

{self photography}

The yawning silence feeds my nerves. Every movement is quietly challenged by the echo's of the night before. Laughter and smiles are drained away, sunk into the depths of my distant memory.

Color is mute. The stagnant walls howl an endless tone of pain. If walls could talk, mind would only whisper. Hollow beginnings, hollow endings. Repetition is somehow mastered.

Children stand still, frigid and breathless. Too scared to utter words, too sad to command emotion. They wish for white noise. Something, anything, to drain away the foul words their parents exchange.

Voices grow louder...louder....

Regret.

Seasons quickly fall, birds fly and die. Waves crash into what they only know. Candles melt, curtains dust. And windows become inanimate, too lonely to find hope beyond

All I can do is wait, fingers crossed, that a great existence is coming. Tongue held back, eyes stitched shut. Hide away, they spoke, hide away the tears that fall every moon. Time ticks and tocks, boundless and comforting.

The sky paints in grey today, the smallest rush of air breathes out. I look up and find final pleasure. My heart warms, I can feel blood rushing through my body. A feeling I thought ran away. I smile to laugh again.

The end.

Let's Marry Our Fortunes Away

2011-08-27T13:30:00.000-07:00

{a creation of my from one of my journal/sketchbooks}

Another busy filled week! If you asked me a few months ago, I never would have thought I'd be actually busy, running errands and finding time for my projects and reading. Usually, I just sit at home and play with my dog - and Tumblr, of course! But anyways, this weekend is one of my only free weekends and I've got plenty of things on my list of to-do's. One is to create a little package present for my Pen Pal as well as plan photo shoots for my friends. Which reminds me, my friend so lovingly thought of me to photograph her niece's first birthday today. Yay! I'm always so giddy when someone recognizes my love for photography, it's quite an honor.

Also, I've been working on a short story (or actually its fairly long) and I can't wait to post it here! Ah, I love having things to do, makes me feel productive. Hope y'all have a lovely and safe Saturday!

Ps. To my mates on the East Coast, I pray that you all stay safe!

Midweek Madness

2011-08-24T20:04:00.000-07:00

{tuesday webcam snapshots}

Nothing quite exciting going on here. My classes are real early in the morning, that by noon I feel drained and too tired to function. It's a habit I despise. But I am sooo happy to have my NEW Prada subscription eye glasses!! The pair before these broke that I couldn't see properly for about four months, which made driving a challenge. Anyways, I've been wearing them non-stop! The lady who gave them to me gave them to me in a white Versace case - the original case was to small. Win win! Ha ha!

Hope you're week is more eventful than mine.

Back to studying for Biology...

xo

Ps. Post inspired by my friend Melissa from Sometimes Almost Always blog!

Lovers Lane & Paper Hearts

2011-08-21T18:46:00.000-07:00

One of my FIRST ever photography photo shoots happened to be during my Junior year in high school for my photography club. It was a very, very warm Fall afternoon. We traveled a few miles towards 'Top of The World,' right beside the Mendoza Canal. I never really photographed friends in this kind of setting, but it actually felt natural and calming - and my friends did such a lovely job modeling for me.

These girls are actually sisters, Valerie (top left) and Roanna (top right). And ever since we've been friends, we have all enjoyed each others different eclectic sense of style. Val is more bojo chic, Roanna is the urban chick, and everyone knows me as the vintage doll. We all inspire one another and it's one of my favorite things, to have friends like these girls.

Sorry if the quality of these pictures are a bit distorted. Over two years ago, I guess I was quite obsessed with over editing my pictures. Ha ha! Also, I used to watermark my photography. I was terribly afraid someone would steal my work. But now, it doesn't bother as much. Still I'd be pretty upset if someone just took my credit as theirs.

It's been a while since I've seen these lovely ladies. We all go to different college campuses now and our schedules just don't match up. But nonetheless, I hope I never lose touch with these ladies. If I did, I don't think I would stop crying in their absence.

Part One // Dreams Like Oceans

2011-08-20T22:45:00.000-07:00

Here is the beginning to my 'Her Flightless Confessions' series...

{An old photograph I snapped at the beach about two years ago}

A slight chill of a morning breeze brushes against my pale cheek. I gently open my eyes. Above me is nothing but a blush toned sky with its distant lights gradually fading into the dawn.

I tightly pull the edge of my tattered white blanket over my shoulders. As I do, the appearance of my mint green polka dot socks take a gander at the morning world. i watch as the enliven sun rays slowly creep onto the threshold of my roof.

Just before the light splashes upon my face, I close my eyes...

Breath in. Breathe out.

I open my big brown eyes and greet the morning sun. A young bird chirps in reply and I can't help but smile. My heart is warmed with the smell of a new beginning.

Into The Wild He Went, Into The Wild He Left

2011-08-20T10:20:00.000-07:00

"I wanted movement and not a calm course of existence. I wanted excitement and danger and the chance to sacrifice myself for my love. I felt in myself a superabundance of energy which found no outlet in our quiet life."

Family Happiness // Leo Tolstoy
{Passage highlighted in one of the books found with Chris McCandless's remains}

Sorry for the lack of post this week. As I mentioned previously, my Fall semester began this week and maaaan was I busy! Barely any free time during the week, only late Friday afternoons and the weekends. But no worries, I've scheduled a few writing posts for this weekend. Just a few events I feel are necessary to create story lines for. Hope you all enjoy your Saturday!!

xo
Ps. Currently almost finished reading Into The Wild by Jon Krakauer. It's a wonderful read, such a thinker!

Feels Like Stealing Hearts

2011-08-15T21:00:00.000-07:00

Here you go, an outfit post for you all!

This here is one of my favorite dresses - EVER. It's an article of mine that I tend to recycle within my wardrobe. I love to mix it during the summer, spring, winter, and fall; I enjoy trying to style it differently every season. Also, I happened to snag this navy blue cardigan and gold tapestry oxfords a few days before classes began. Seriously, this is my new favorite cardigan - it has pockets! And I love me some pockets. Ha ha! I've been trying to break in these new shoes and damn do they hurt. Oh well, I still love them!

So as you all know, first day of classes began today. Not as bad as I thought it would be. Rather eventful and exciting. Got to see a few old mates who have the same classes as me and I quite enjoy my teachers. Let's just see how my English course goes tomorrow (it's my favorite subject!).

Wearing Charlotte Russe floral dress, Forever 21 cardigan and tapestry oxfords, unknown maroon tights and feather headpiece.

And thanks everyone for the sweet comments of my latest of post! You guys are too kind, honestly.

Between You And Me & Who You Could Be

2011-08-14T22:21:00.000-07:00

Early morning classes and late evening sessions. My Sophmore Fall semester of college begins tomorrow and I am not so ready. The only thing I really look forward to when school rolls back in is dressing up for classes. Though I don't let what I wear interfere with my studies, it's just nice to style a blazer and a floral dress together. And the only thing I don't like is that my assignments keep me away from my projects, photography, and blogging. Let's just hope that I have time in between.

Also, I've noticed that I have yet to post any outfit pictures. I should let you know that I'm not quite comfortable with snapping outfit shots of myself, but I'm slowly trying to ease up to it. Hope you all had a lovely weekend! I gotta get to bed so I can wake up early for my early morning Biology lecture.

Two By The Sea

2011-08-14T20:55:00.000-07:00

{I snapped these in Santa Cruz this past summer}

"They held hands . . . waiting . . . waiting for the day they'll say goodbye to the smell of the ocean.

But time was never on their side. Only an emptiness that tied them to the sand.

The waves crashed, what beautiful and horrific music they composed until they reached their feet.

Eyes wide open, filled with beautiful dreams of a good life, a happy life.

The day they can walk into the ocean and breathe.

But for now they wait, patiently. Holding hands together with their hearts intertwined.
Promising the world that they'll return, but with no such luck at all."

Forever Cherished

2011-08-13T11:53:00.000-07:00

{a snapped picture from Great America}

As I mentioned in my last post, I spent the entirety of yesterday with friends at Great America. And let me tell you, it was amazing. AMAZING! I usually go there every now and then, but not with just friends. After walking around the whole amusement park (nearly three or four times) my legs are still a bit beat. Also, I forgot to put on sunblock (shame on me!) and now I have a sun burnt chest, a slight farmers tan on my arms, and my neck is sore from too many roller coasters. All in all, it was a great way to end my summer.

My Fall semester, unfortunately, begins this upcoming Monday. Dreading my Biology class but glad to have some actual work to do. Hope you have a lovely Saturday! Spend it well.

xo
Ps. I did bring my camera, but didn't snap many photos. Too much fun to stop and click away!

It's Foolish For A Lady To Not Dress Up

2011-08-12T07:36:00.000-07:00

I am loving Teen Vogue's September issue! Especially with my favorite, Emma Stone - she's the loveliest of the lovey! Ha ha! Plus, the issue features Fall inspiration and upcoming styles that really help with my wardrobe during the chilly season. Also, I snagged a Free People catalogue from when I visited their boutique a week ago, as I mentioned in my last post.

Ahh, I honestly cannot wait for the colors to change and for the hair to smell cold and crisp. Its my favorite time of the year, its so beautiful and awakening that my writing sky rockets. Hope you all have a fantastic Friday!!

xo
Ps. I'm spending today with my darlings: Maggie and Bethany. We're gonna ride roller coasters and create end of summer memories and laughter before our Fall Semester begins next week. Will have post pictures soon!